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• To prevent damage to the front bumper when
raising the front wheels, attach an L-shaped pro-
tection plate.
• Attach the towing chain securely to the front
axle.
CAUTION
• Do not attach the chain to the bumper since
the bumper would be damaged upon raising
the front wheels or towing.
• Before raising the front wheels or towing,
confirm that the chain will not damage the
stabilizer or any other part of the vehicle.
If the chain looks likely to cause damage,
use a thicker L-shaped protection plates to
hold the chain further from the vehicle.
• Tow the vehicle only with a specially
designed towing truck.
• If you disconnect the rear axle shaft to tow
the vehicle, the axle housing gear oil may be
depleted. Check the axle housing gear oil
and add more if necessary. P. 12-28
• Never use the tie-down hook(s) under the
frame for towing purpose. The tie-down hook
is to secure the vehicle when transporting it.
If the hook is used for towing, damage to the
front bumper or frame may result.
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L-shaped
protection
plate
Chain
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