Towing without wheel dollies when using a towing service

When towing your vehicle in an emergency without wheel dollies:

  1. Set the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button to ACC position.

  2. Place the shifter dial in N (Neutral).

  3. Release the parking brake.

Figure 1. 2-wheel drive vehicle (front wheel drive)
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CAUTION

Towing gear position

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

CAUTION

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

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  • Do not tow the vehicle backwards with the front wheels on the ground, as this may cause damage to the transmission.

    Figure 2. 2-wheel drive vehicle (front wheeldrive)
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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.

  • Do not tow the vehicle with four wheels in contact with the ground if it is the vehicle equipped with Dual clutch transmission. Otherwise, the transmission will be seriously damaged. Also, make sure not to tow the vehicle connecting it with other vehicles including camper vans.

  • Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle in a slow and gradual manner while maintaining tension on the tow rope or chain to start or drive the vehicle, otherwise tow hooks and the vehicle may be damaged.

WARNING

  • If you tow the vehicle while the front wheels are touching the ground, the vehicle motor may generate electricity and the motor components may be damaged or a fire may occur.

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