Pulling a stuck vehicle
Front
Do not use the tie down hooks for towing or vehicle recovery.
Front:
Securely install the recovery hook 1 (stored in the luggage room) as illustrated.
Make sure that the hook is properly secured in the original place after use.
Rear
Rear:
Do not use the tie down hook to pull the vehicle.
- Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the main structural members of the vehicle or the recovery hook. Otherwise, the vehicle body will be damaged.
- Do not use the vehicle tie down hooks to free a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc. Never tow a vehicle using the vehicle tie down hooks.
- Always pull the cable straight out from the front of the vehicle. Never pull on the vehicle at an angle.
- Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake or cooling systems.
- Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery.
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