Lancer L4-2.4L SOHC (2005)
Vehicle Lifting: Service and Repair
TOWING AND HOISTING
WRECKER TOWING RECOMMENDATION
FRONT TOWING PICKUP
CAUTION: This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-type equipment; otherwise the bumper may become deformed. If this vehicle is
towed, use wheel lift or flat bed equipment.
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended distances provided the parking brake is released. It is recommended that vehicles be towed
using the front pickup whenever possible.
REAR TOWING PICKUP
CAUTION:
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This vehicle cannot be towed by a wrecker using sling-type equipment; otherwise the lower arm may become deformed. If this vehicle is towed,
use a wheel lift or flat bed equipment.
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Do not use the steering column lock to secure the front wheels for towing.
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Make sure the transaxle is in Neutral if vehicle will have drive wheels on the ground.
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If these requirements cannot be met, the front wheels must be placed on a tow dolly. Automatic transaxle vehicle may be towed on the front wheels
at speeds not to exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) for distances not to exceed 30 km (18 miles).
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