5788-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If  your  vehicle  is  transported  by  a
flatbed  truck,  it  should  be  tied
down at the locations shown in the
illustration.
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the front (2WD models)From the front (AWD models)
Release the parking brake. Use  a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.
Using a flatbed truck 
5798-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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If  you  use  chains  or  cables  to  tie
down  your  vehicle,  the  angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do  not  overly  tighten  the  tie
downs or the vehicle may be dam-
aged.
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■ When towing the vehicle
2WD  models:  Be  sure  to  transport  the
vehicle  with  the  front  wheels  raised  or
with all four wheels raised off the ground.
If  the  vehicle  is  towed  with  the  front
wheels  contacting  the  ground,  the  drive-
train and related parts may be damaged.
AWD  models:  Be  sure  to  transport  the
vehicle with all four wheels raised  off  the
ground.  If  the  vehicle  is  towed  with  the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
or  related  parts  may  be  damaged,  the
vehicle may fly off the truck.