VUE AWD V6-3.5L VIN 4 (2004)
4.1.
Set the parking brake.
4.2.
Start the engine.
4.3.
Apply and hold the brake pedal until the end of Step 4.5.
4.4.
To ensure proper automatic transaxle lubrication, shift transaxle through "P" (Park), "R" (Reverse), "N" (Neutral), "D" (Drive - Automatic
Overdrive), "I" (Intermediate), "L" (Low).
4.5.
Shift to "D" (Drive), then to "N" (Neutral) and let the engine run for 3 minutes. If you tow or tow and park the vehicle for more than seven
hours in one day, you must repeat the procedure.
4.6.
Turn off the engine, and leave the key in the ACC position.
4.7.
Release the parking brake.
Important:
Before performing dinghy-towing procedures, remove the large IGN fuse from the underhood fuse block. Failure to remove this fuse may
result in low battery voltage after towing.
5.
Locate and remove the large IGN fuse from the underhood fuse block. Refer to illustration in this bulletin.
After seven hours, repeat Step 4 if you intend to continue dinghy towing.
Once you have reached your destination, do the following steps:
1.
Return the shifter to the "P" (Park) position.
2.
Set the parking brake.
3.
Turn the ignition key to LOCK and remove the key from the ignition.
4.
Reinstall the large IGN fuse.
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