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Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.), Towing this vehicle behind another vehicle, Utility – Dodge 2014 Journey - User Guide User Manual

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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)

Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle

Towing Condition

Wheel OFF the

Ground

FWD Models

AWD Models

Flat Tow

NONE

NOT ALLOWED

NOT ALLOWED

Dolly Tow

Front

OK

NOT ALLOWED

Rear

NOT ALLOWED

NOT ALLOWED

On Trailer

ALL

OK

OK

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

• 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 transmission 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 requirements can cause severe trans-
mission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under 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 another vehicle) is
on a vehicle trailer with all four wheels OFF the ground.

CAUTION!

Towing this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on the ground can cause severe transmission

and/or power transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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