Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.), Towing this vehicle behind another vehicle, Utility – Dodge 2014 Durango - User Guide User Manual

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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle

Towing

Condition

Wheels

OFF the

Ground

Rear-Wheel Drive

Models

All-Wheel Drive

Models With

Single-Speed

Transfer Case

All-Wheel Drive Models

With Two-Speed

Transfer Case

Flat Tow

NONE

NOT ALLOWED

NOT ALLOWED

See Instructions

Transmission in PARK

Transfer case in
NEUTRAL (N)

Tow in forward direction

Dolly Tow

Front

NOT ALLOWED

NOT ALLOWED

NOT ALLOWED

Rear

OK

NOT ALLOWED

NOT ALLOWED

On Trailer

ALL

OK

OK

OK

Rear-Wheel Drive Models

DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the drivetrain will result.

Recreational towing (for two-wheel drive models) is allowed ONLY if the rear wheels are OFF
the ground. This may be accomplished using a tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly,
follow this procedure:

1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following the dolly manufacturer's instruc-

tions.

2. Drive the rear wheels onto the tow dolly.

3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Shift the transmission into PARK.

4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

5. Properly secure the rear wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer’s instruc-

tions.

6. Install a suitable clamping device, designed for towing, to secure the front wheels in the

straight position.

CAUTION!

Towing with the rear wheels on the ground will cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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