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Rear Attachment Point
Carefully open the cover in the fascia
by using the small notch that conceals the tow eye socket.
Install the tow eye into the socket and turn it until it is fully tightened. When the tow eye is removed, reinstall the
cover with the notch in the original position.
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home. The two most common types of
recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing.
Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle
with two wheels on the ground and
two wheels up on a device known as a dolly.
Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing:
. What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's
recommendations.
. What is the distance that will be traveled? Some vehicles have
restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
. Is the proper towing equipment
going to be used? See your dealer or trailering professional for
additional advice and equipment recommendations.
. Is the vehicle ready to be towed?
Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip, make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed.
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Dinghy Towing
Caution
If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the
drivetrain components could be
damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground.
The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the
ground. If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be used. See the
following information on dolly towing.
Caution
Use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict
airflow and cause damage to the
transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
If using a shield, only use one that attaches to the towing vehicle.
Dolly Towing (Rear-Wheel Drive Vehicles)
To dolly tow a rear-wheel drive vehicle from the rear:
1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer instructions.
2. Put the rear wheels on the dolly.
3. Shift the transmission to P (Park).
4. Firmly set the parking brake.
5. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure
that the front wheels are locked into the straight-ahead position.
6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer
instructions.
7. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing
vehicle.
8. Turn the ignition off.
