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General Information: Notes

  1. Parking brake is released and transmission is in Neutral. If vehicle is towed with wheels on ground or with only rear end raised, steering column ignition lock must be in unlocked position. Secure steering wheel with a clamping device.
    CAUTION: Do not use vehicle's steering column lock to keep wheels in a straight ahead position.
  2. Secure steering wheel with a clamping device. Never attach tow chain or "J" hooks to any drive axle shaft, drive shaft or bumper. Do not lift or tow vehicle by attaching hooks to bumper energy absorber units.
  3. Always refer to instructions provided by manufacturer of hoisting equipment. If vehicle has been damaged, secure all loose or protruding parts. Cross all curbs at 45° angles.
  4. Towed vehicles should be raised until lifted wheels are at least 4" off ground. Brake drums and rotors should have at least 8" clearance. Make sure there is adequate ground clearance at opposite end of vehicle.
Fig 1: Front Towing Hookup (Typical). DO NOT attach safety chains to bumper or drive shafts.
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Fig 2: Rear Towing Hookup (Typical). DO NOT allow towing equipment to contact fuel tank.
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