TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a
disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The
Ground
2.0L / 2.4L AUTO-
MATIC TRANS-
MISSION
MANUAL TRANS-
MISSION
1.4L TURBO AU-
TOMATIC (DDCT)
TRANSMISSION
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Transmission in
NEUTRAL
Transmission in
NEUTRAL
Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALL OK BEST METHOD BEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding
vehicles under tow must be observed.
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