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[RE27600(ALL)12/91] Recreational Towing — All wheels on the ground
[RE27700(ALL)05/91] Towing your vehicle can be successfully performed by following
the appropriate guidelines for the type of powertrain on the
vehicle to be towed. The following guidelines, by powertrain
combination, are designed to ensure that the transmission is not
damaged due to insufficient lubrication.
[RE27800(ALL)12/91] 4 x 2 — Automatic transmission
* [RE27900(ALL)03/95]
■ Release the parking brake.
[RE28000(ALL)01/95] ■ Place transmission gearshift in N (neutral).
[RE28100(ALL)10/94]
■ Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
[RE28200(ALL)10/94] ■ Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km).
[RE28300(ALL)06/94] If a distance of 50 miles (80 km) or speed of 35 mph (56 km/h)
will be exceeded, you must:
[RE28400(ALL)05/91] ■ Disconnect the driveshaft at the rear differential and properly
support it under the vehicle.
[RE28500(ALL)01/95] ■ Mark the driveshaft and axle flanges to ensure proper
position when reconnecting the driveshaft. Refer to service
manual for proper driveshaft fastener torque specification.
(See the Accessories chapter for information on ordering
service manuals.)
[RE28600(ALL)05/95] RWARNING
When disconnecting/installing the driveshaft, the parking
brake must be set and the wheels blocked to ensure the
vehicle does not roll.
[RE28700(ALL)06/94]
■ Maximum speed is 55 mph (88 km/h), unlimited distance.
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Update:Wed May 1 13:53:18 1996