Emergency towing precautions

  • Turn the ignition switch or the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ACC position so the steering wheel is not locked.

  • Shift the gear to N (Neutral).

  • Release the parking brake.

  • Press the brake pedal with more force than normal since you will have reduced brake performance.

  • More steering effort will be required because the power steering system will be disabled.

  • If you are driving down a long hill, the brakes may overheat and brake performance will be reduced. Stop often and let the brakes cool off.

  • To avoid serious damage to the automatic transmission, limit the vehicle speed to 10 mph (15 km/h) and drive less than 1 mile (1.5 km) when towing. (for Automatic transmission vehicle.)

CAUTION

Transmission

  • If the car is being towed with all four wheels on the ground, it can be towed only from the front. Be sure that the transmission is in neutral. Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button in the ACC position. A driver must be in the towed vehicle to operate the steering and brakes.

  • Before towing, check the transmission for fluid leaks under your vehicle. If the automatic transmission fluid is leaking, flatbed equipment or a towing dolly must be used.