Dodge 2012 Challenger-SRT - User Guide - Manual (Page 99)

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
wrecker service.
Towing Condition
Wheels OFF The
Ground
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
Flat Tow NONE
If transmission is
operable:
• Transmission in
NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h)
max speed
• 15 miles (24 km)
max distance
If transmission is
operable:
• Transmission in
NEUTRAL
• 30 mph (48 km/h)
max speed
• 15 miles (24 km)
max distance
Wheel Lift or Dolly
Tow
Front NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle. Use only
tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment manufac-
turer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing
device to main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or associated brackets.
State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition
must be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC position.
If the key fob is unavailable, or the vehicle's battery is discharged, see “Shift Lever Override”
in this section for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out of PARK for
towing.
CAUTION!
• Do not use sling type equipment when towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components. Damage to your vehicle
may result from improper towing.
• The manufacturer does not recommend towing this vehicle using a tow dolly. Vehicle
damage may occur.
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