NISSAN 2006 Altima - Manual (Page 208)

3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear
an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back-
ward.
● Shift back and forth between R (reverse)
and D (drive) (automatic transmission
models) or 1st (low) and R (reverse)
(manual transmission models).
● Apply the accelerator as little as possible
to maintain the rocking motion.
● Release the accelerator pedal before
shifting between R and D (automatic
transmission models) or 1st and R
(manual transmission models).
● Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55
km/h).
5. If the vehicle can not be freed after a few
tries, contact a professional towing service
to remove the vehicle.
Rear
WARNING
● Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
● Do not spin your tires at high speed.
This could cause them to explode and
result in serious injury. Parts of your
vehicle could also overheat and be
damaged.
CAUTION
● Tow chains or cables must be attached
only to the main structural members of
the vehicle.
● Pulling devices should be routed so
they do not touch any part of the sus-
pension, steering, brake or cooling
systems.
● Always pull the cable straight out from
the front or rear of the vehicle. Never
pull the vehicle at an angle.
● Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas
straps are not recommended for use in
vehicle towing or recovery.
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:
1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control System
(if so equipped).
2. Make sure the area in front and behind the
vehicle is clear of obstructions.
3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear
an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back-
ward.
● Shift back and forth between R (reverse)
and D (drive) (automatic transmission
models) or 1st (low) and R (reverse)
(manual transmission models).
● Apply the accelerator as little as possible
to maintain the rocking motion.
● Release the accelerator pedal before
shifting between R and D (automatic
transmission models) or 1st and R
(manual transmission models).
● Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55
km/h).
5. If the vehicle can not be freed after a few
tries, contact a professional towing service
to remove the vehicle.
6-12 In case of emergency
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