Warning! Towing all-wheel drive (AWD) models with only the front or rear wheels off the ground may cause the vehicle to make an unintentional U-turn due to the rotation of the center differential. In addition, such towing significantly increases the load on the differential, which is fraught with premature wear of the internal components of the latter!
As mentioned above, it is best to transport a broken-down 4WD vehicle with the wheels completely off the ground. When installing the vehicle on the tow truck platform, engage first gear (models with manual transmission)/or move the selector lever to position "P" (models with AT), set the parking brake and securely fasten the safety chains. Make sure that the chains are not too tight, as this will lead to excessive compression of the suspension elements and may result in their destruction during shaking while driving. The diagrams for securing the car to the platform and the permissible angles of stretching the safety chains are shown in the illustrations.
Attention! Transportation of a vehicle with a failed transmission must be carried out only with the wheels completely off the ground on a tow truck platform!
In case of emergency, it is permissible to tow an emergency vehicle without lifting all four wheels off the ground.
Make sure the towing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle being towed.
When towing, use only a towing strap designed for this purpose, which can be purchased inexpensively at almost any auto accessory store. The strap should only attach to the eyes specifically designed for this purpose, which should not be confused with the safety shackles.
Do not tow emergency vehicles in reverse.
Do not forget to turn the ignition key of the towed vehicle to the ON position, otherwise the steering column will inevitably lock. In addition, when the ignition is on, the turn signals and brake lights are also activated.
Remember that when the engine is off, the car's braking efficiency is significantly reduced due to the fact that the brake booster stops functioning. In this case, you should press the foot brake pedal with a little more force than usual. On models equipped with a power steering, when maneuvering, you will also have to apply more force to the steering wheel.
The driver of the towed vehicle must try to keep the towing strap taut at all times to avoid jerking or the wheels running over it.
Before starting to move, drivers of both vehicles (towing and towed) the route should be agreed upon among themselves.
The movement should be carried out only at moderate speeds, along the shortest route and in compliance with traffic regulations. Avoid sudden braking, acceleration and maneuvering.