Fit L4-1.5L (2008)
1. Remove the cover (A) from the front bumper.
2. Remove the towing hook (B) from the tool kit.
3. Screw the towing hook into the bolt hole (C) in the bumper and tighten it securely by hand.
Wheel Lift Equipment - The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lifts them off the ground. The other two wheels
remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way of towing the vehicle.
Sling-type Equipment - The tow truck uses metal cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension and the cables
lift that end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted. This
method of towing the vehicle is unacceptable.
If the vehicle cannot be transported by a flat-bed, it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground. If the vehicle is damaged, and must be towed
with the front wheels on the ground, or with all four wheels on the ground, do this:
Manual Transmission
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Release the parking brake.
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Shift the transmission to neutral.
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Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock.
Automatic Transmission
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Release the parking brake.
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Start the engine.
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Shift to the D position, then to the N position.
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Turn off the engine.
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Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock.
It is best to tow the vehicle no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).
NOTE:
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Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shift the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), the vehicle must be transported on a flat-bed.
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Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle's weight.
