2-wheel drive vehicle can be towed with the opposite tires on the ground (without dollies) and parking brake released before turning off the vehicle.

If you must tow the vehicle using only two wheels, lift the driven wheels off the ground and tow the vehicle.

When moving your vehicle for loading onto a towing truck or repositioning it for towing, drive at a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or less over a distance of 32 ft (10 m) or less.

In this situation, shift to N (Neutral) and disengage the parking brake. When the transmission or parking brake is not functioning, ensure that all wheels of your vehicle are elevated using a tow dolly or tire skates.

If towing is necessary, we recommend you have it done by an authorized Kia dealer or a commercial tow truck service.

If a towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing hook at the front (or rear) of the vehicle.

Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle with a cable or chain. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes.

Towing in this manner may be done only on hard-surfaced roads for a short distance and at low speeds. The wheels, axles, power train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition.

Always follow these emergency towing precautions:

• Place the ignition switch in the ACC position so the steering wheel is not locked.

• Place the shift button in N (Neutral).

• Release the parking brake.

• Depress the brake pedal with more force than normal as you will have reduced braking performance.

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

• Use a vehicle heavier than your own to tow your vehicle.

• The drivers of both vehicles should communicate with each other frequently.

• Before emergency towing, check that the hook is not broken or damaged.

• Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the hook.

• Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and even force.

  

• Use a towing cable or chain less than 16 feet (5 m) long. Attach a white or red cloth (about 12 inches (30 cm) wide) in the middle of the cable or chain for easy visibility.

• Drive carefully so the towing cable or chain remains tight during towing.

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