Towing a disabled vehicle – Dodge 2013 Avenger - Owner Manual User Manual

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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service.

Towing Condition

Wheels OFF the Ground

All Models

Flat Tow

NONE

If transmission is operable:

• Transmission in NEUTRAL

• 25 mph (40 km/h) max speed

• 15 mi (24 km) max distance

Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow

Rear

Front

OK

Flatbed

ALL

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 equip-
ment manufacturer’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 your vehicle’s battery is discharged, refer to

ЉShift

Lever Override

Љ in this section for instructions on shifting

the transmission out of PARK for towing.

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