NISSAN 2008 Versa Hatchback - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 219)

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck
vehicle)
Front (if so equipped)
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 sus-
pension, 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.
3. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back-
ward.
● Shift back and forth between R (reverse)
and D (drive) (AT and CVT models) or 1st
(low) and R (reverse) (manual transmis-
sion models).
● Apply the accelerator as little as possible
to maintain the rocking motion.
● Release the accelerator pedal before
shifting between R and D (AT and CVT
models) or 1st and R (manual transmis-
sion models).
● Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55
km/h).
4. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few
tries, contact a professional towing service
to remove the vehicle.
WCE0132
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