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Dodge 2014 Journey - Owner Manual User Manual

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Recreational Towing — Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Models (Automatic Transmission Models Only)

Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels
are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a
tow dolly or vehicle trailer. If using a tow dolly, follow
this procedure:

1. Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following

the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly.

3. Firmly apply the parking brake. Place the transmis-

sion in PARK.

4. Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following

the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.

5. Release the parking brake.

CAUTION!

DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the

drivetrain will result.

Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-

quirements can cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered un-
der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Recreational Towing — All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models

Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground,
or using a towing dolly) is NOT ALLOWED. The only
acceptable method for towing this vehicle (behind an-
other vehicle) is on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels
OFF

the ground.

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