XJ-6 (X300) L6-4.0L (AJ16) (1996)
fasteners securing the grille vane (Fig. 1), and place the vane safely to one side. The towing shackle may now be secured to the towing eye.
When the vehicle is being towed (See Towing Recovery), See: Towing Recovery the gear lever must be set to neutral, 'N' (see Gear-shift Interlock)
See: Gear-Shift Interlock - Manual Override and the ignition key turned to position 'II' to release the steering lock and render the indicators, horn and
brake lights operational.
Rear Suspended Tow
Fig. 1
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Remove the ignition key from the ignition/steering lock.
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Raise the vehicle using a lifting device with a cradle. This should be positioned under each rear wheel as indicated in Fig. 1.
Suspended Towing Cautions
CAUTION: Do not tow with sling-type equipment as damage to the bodywork may result.
Do not front suspend tow vehicles with automatic transmission.
Towing Recovery
Adhere to local regulations for the towing of vehicles. In certain countries the registration number of the towing vehicle and an 'ON TOW' sign or
warning triangle must be displayed in a prominent position at the rear of the vehicle which is being towed.
WARNING: WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING, THE STEERING AND BRAKES WILL NO LONGER BE POWER-ASSISTED.
APPLICATIONS OF THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL GRADUALLY DEPRESSURIZE THE ACCUMULATOR. THEREFORE, BE
PREPARED FOR HEAVY STEERING AND THE NEED FOR GREATLY INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE.
*The vehicle may be towed by another for a SHORT DISTANCE ONLY (maximum 0.8km/0.5mile), with the gear lever in neutral (N) provided that a
speed of 48 km/h (30 mile/h) is not exceeded.
Transporting