Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2002)
Towing Information: Service and Repair
STANDARD PROCEDURE
Fig.8 Tow Vehicles With Approved Equipment
TOWING RECOMMENDATIONS
A vehicle equipped with an SAE approved Wheel- lift towing device can be used to tow all Short Bed DAKOTA vehicles. Long Bed vehicles must be
towed with a Flat-bed device (Fig. 8). When towing a 4WD vehicle, use tow dollies under the opposite end of the vehicle.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTE: The following safety precautions must be observed when towing a vehicle.
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Secure loose and protruding parts.
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Always use a safety chain system that is independent of the lifting and towing equipment.
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Do not allow towing equipment to contact the disabled vehicle's fuel tank.
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Do not allow anyone under the disabled vehicle while it is lifted by the towing device.
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Do not allow passengers to ride in a vehicle being towed.
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Always observe state and local laws regarding towing regulations.
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Do not tow a vehicle in a manner that could jeopardize the safety of the operator, pedestrians or other motorists.
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Do not attach tow chains, T-hooks, or J-hooks to a bumper, steering linkage, drive shafts or a non-reinforced frame hole.
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Do not tow a heavily loaded vehicle. Damage to the cab, cargo box or frame may result. Use a flat bed device to transport a loaded vehicle.
GROUND CLEARANCE
CAUTION: If vehicle is towed with wheels removed, install lug nuts to retain brake drums.
A towed vehicle should be raised until lifted wheels are a minimum 100 mm (4 in) from the ground. Be sure there is adequate ground clearance at the
opposite end of the vehicle, especially when towing over rough terrain or steep rises in the road. If necessary remove the wheels from the lifted end of
the vehicle and lower the vehicle closer to the ground, to increase the ground clearance at the opposite end of the vehicle. Install lug nuts on wheel
attaching studs to retain brake drums.
RAMP ANGLE
If a vehicle with flat bed towing equipment is used, the approach ramp angle should not exceed 15 degrees.
TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
When the vehicle is locked and keys are not available, use a flat bed hauler. A Sling-type device can be used on 4WD vehicles provided all the wheels
are lifted OFF the ground using tow dollies.
TWO WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE TOWING
TOWING-REAR END LIFTED
