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What to do in an emergency Towing
Towing
If emergency towing is necessary, we
recommend having it done by an autho
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rized Kia dealer or a commercial tow-
truck service.
Towing service
Proper lifting and towing procedures are
necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle. The use of wheel dollies (1) or
flatbed is recommended.
Side and Curtain Air Bag
If your vehicle is equipped with side and
curtain air bag, place the EV button in
OFF or ACC when the vehicle is being
towed.
The side and curtain air bag may deploy
when the EV button is ON, and the roll
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over sensor detects the situation as a
rollover.
Towing (For 2WD Vehicle)
僅 Do not tow the vehicle forward with
the rear wheels on the ground as this
may cause damage to the vehicle.
僅 Do not tow with sling-type equipment.
Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment.
僅 If you tow the vehicle while the rear
(or front and rear for AWD vehicle)
wheels are touching the ground, the
vehicle motor may generate electricity
and the motor components may be
damaged or a fire may occur.
僅 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.
When the vehicle is being towed with
tow truck or it needs to be moved, move
the vehicle very short distance (within 32
ft. (10 m)) with the speed of 3 mph (5
km/h). In this case, the vehicle should be
in N (Neutral) and the parking brake
should be disengaged. If the parking
brake and gear change operation is
unavailable, move the vehicle with the
rear wheels off the ground.
Using removable towing hook
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