Standard Procedure - Towing
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.
Towing this vehicle in violation of the below requirements can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
DO NOT flat tow any disabled vehicle if condition is related to a clutch, transmission or driveline component. Damage to the drivetrain could result.
This Service Information describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service.
| Towing Condition | Wheels OFF The Ground | 2.0L / 2.4L AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 1.4L TURBO AUTOMATIC (DDCT) TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat Tow | NONE | NOT ALLOWED | Trans in NEUTRAL | Trans in NEUTRAL |
| Dolly Tow | Rear | NOT ALLOWED | NOT ALLOWED | NOT ALLOWED |
| Front | NOT ALLOWED | NOT ALLOWED | NOT ALLOWED | |
| Flatbed | ALL | OK | 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 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.
2.0L / 2.4L Automatic Transmission
- This vehicle must be towed with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Manual Transmission Or 1.4L Turbo Automatic (DDCT) Transmission
- The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
- Manual transmission and 1.4L turbo automatic (DDCT) transmission vehicles can also be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL. For vehicles with DDCT transmission (1.4L turbo automatic), refer to WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE) in Owner's Manual for instructions on shifting the transmission into NEUTRAL when the ignition is OFF. If the ignition is left in the ACC position, it may be helpful to disconnect the negative battery cable (and secure it away from the battery post), to avoid draining the battery.