Towing without wheel dollies when using a towing service

When you need to tow your vehicle in an emergency without wheel dollies, follow these steps:

  1. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ACC position.
  2. Shift the gear to N (Neutral).
  3. Release the parking brake.
    Figure 1. 2WD vehicle (front wheel drive)
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    CAUTION

    Towing gear position

    Failure to shift the gear to N (Neutral) may cause internal damage to your vehicle.

    NOTE

    • If any of the loaded wheels or suspension components are damaged, or the vehicle is being towed with the driven wheels on the ground, use a towing dolly under the driven wheels.

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    • Do not tow the vehicle backwards with the driven wheels on the ground. This may damage the transmission.

      Figure 2. 2WD vehicle (front wheel drive)
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    • Attaching straps to the chassis, suspension, or other parts of the body can cause damage.

    • Do not tow with sling type equipment. Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment.

    • If your vehicle is equipped with Automatic Transmission (AT) or Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT), towing the vehicle with all 4 wheels in contact with the ground will seriously damage the transmission. Do not tow your vehicle while it is connected to other vehicles (including camper vans).

    WARNING

    • If you tow the vehicle while the driven wheels are touching the ground, the motor may generate electricity and damage the motor components or cause a fire.

    • When the battery causes a vehicle fire, there is a risk of a second fire. Contact the fire department when towing the vehicle.