Eclipse RS L4-2350cc 2.4L SOHC MFI (2002)
TOWING WHEN KEYS ARE NOT AVAILABLE
When a locked vehicle must be towed and keys are not available, the vehicle may be lifted and towed from the front, provided the parking brake is
released. If not released, the rear wheels should be placed on a tow dolly.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following precautions should be taken when towing the vehicle:
1. DO NOT LIFT OR TOW THE VEHICLE BY ATTACHING TO OR WRAPPING AROUND THE BUMPER.
2. Any loose, protruding, or damaged parts such as hoods, doors, fenders, trim, etc. should be secured or removed prior to moving the vehicle.
3. Operator should refrain from going under a vehicle when it is lifted by the towing equipment, unless the vehicle is adequately supported by safety
stands.
4. Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
5. State and local rules and regulations must be followed when towing a vehicle.
LIFTING, JACKING SUPPORT LOCATION
FLOOR JACK
CAUTION: Never support any point other than the specified one, or that point will be deformed. For lifting, put rubber or similar material between the
side sill and rigid rack, or the side sill area will be damaged.
POST TYPE
Special care should be taken when raising the vehicle on a frame contact type hoist. The hoist must be equipped with the proper adapters in order to
support the vehicle at the proper locations.
