KIA Sportage 2005 - Manual (Page 282)

In case of an emergency
14 6
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
TOWING
If emergency towing is necessary,
we recommend having it done by an
authorized Kia dealer or a commer-
cial tow-truck service. Proper lifting
and towing procedures are neces-
sary to prevent damage to the vehi-
cle. The use of wheel dollies or
flatbed is recommended.
For trailer towing guidelines informa-
tion, refer to section 5 “Driving Tips”. On 4WD vehicles, your vehicle
must be towed with a wheel lift
and dollies or flatbed equipment
with all the wheels off the ground. On 2WD vehicles, it is acceptable to
tow the vehicle with the rear wheels
on the ground (without dollies) and
the front wheels off the ground.
When being towed by a commercial
tow truck and wheel dollies are not
used, the front of the vehicle should
always be lifted, not the rear.
1KMA4022 1KMA4024 1KMA4023
KM CAN (ENG) 6.qxd 9/13/2004 4:47 PM Page 14