Automatic Transmission
• Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
• Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
CAUTION!
DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result.
Manual Transmission
• Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission
in NEUTRAL.
• Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
• Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
All Transmissions
If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON/ RUN position. Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL.
CAUTION!
• If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the ignition switch must be
in the ON/RUN position.
• Do not attempt to 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.
See also:
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when starting a vehicle from
a stop on a hill. HSA will maintain the level of brake pressure the driver applied
for a short period of time after the ...
Engine Break-In Recommendations
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission
and axle) in your vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 ...
Parking
Proceed as follows:
❒ Stop the engine and engage the handbrake;
❒ Engage a gear (first if the car is faced uphill or reverse if it is faced downhill)
and leave the wheels steered.
B ...