Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) -13 – NISSAN 2008 Altima Hybrid - Owner's Manual User Manual

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– Move the gearshift lever to the N

(Neutral) position.

When towing hybrid vehicles with the

rear wheels on the ground (if you do not

use towing dollies): Always release the

parking brake.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck

vehicle)
Front or Rear

Do not use the hook to tow the vehicle.

WARNING

Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
Do not spin your tires at high speed.

This could cause them to explode and

result in serious injury. Parts of your

vehicle could also overheat and be

damaged.

CAUTION

Tow chains or cables must be attached

only to the main structural members of

the vehicle or the towing hooks (if so

equipped). Otherwise, the vehicle body

will be damaged.

Do not use the vehicle tie downs to free

a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.

Never tow the vehicle using the vehicle

tie downs or recovery hooks.

Always pull the cable straight out from

the front or rear of the vehicle. Never

pull the vehicle at an angle.

Pulling devices should be routed so

they do not touch any part of the high

voltage harness, suspension, steering,

brake or cooling systems.

Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas

straps are not recommended for use in

vehicle towing or recovery.

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,

use the following procedure:

1. Make sure the area in front and behind the

vehicle is clear of obstructions.

2. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear

an area around the front tires.

LCE0145

In case of emergency

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2008 Altima Hybrid Electric

(ahv)
Owners Manual—USA_English (nna)
05/31/07—debbie

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