Infiniti I30 (A33). Manual - part 509
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Tow Truck Towing
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CAUTION:
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All applicable state or Provincial (in Canada) laws and
local laws regarding the towing operation must be
obeyed.
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It is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid
possible damage to the vehicle during towing operation.
Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at
dealer.
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Always attach safety chains before towing.
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When towing, make sure that the transmission, steering
system and power train are in good order. If any unit is
damaged, dollies must be used.
INFINITI recommends that the vehicle be towed with the driving
(front) wheels off the ground as illustrated.
CAUTION:
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Always release the parking brake when towing the vehicle
with the front wheels raised with the rear wheels on the
ground.
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When towing manual transaxle models with the front
wheels on the ground (If a towing dollies does not be
used), turn the ignition key to the OFF position, and
secure the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position
with a rope or similar device. Never place the ignition key
in the LOCK position. This will result in damage to the
steering lock mechanism.
Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position.
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Never tow an automatic transaxle model with the rear
wheels raised and the front wheels on the ground. This
may cause serious and expensive damage to the tran-
saxle. If it is necessary to tow the vehicle with the rear
wheels raised, always use towing dollies under the front
wheels.
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Never tow an automatic transaxle model from the rear
(that is backward) with four wheels on the ground. This
may cause serious and expensive damage to the tran-
saxle.
VEHICLE RECOVERY (FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE)
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Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the main
structural members of the vehicle.
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Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any
part of the suspension, steering, brake or cooling sys-
tems.
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Always pull the cable straight out from the front or rear of
the vehicle. Never pull on the vehicle at an angle.
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Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not
recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery.
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