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Emergency tow hooks — if equipped, Towing a disabled vehicle, 2wd models only – Jeep 2007 Liberty User Manual

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EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS — IF EQUIPPED
If your vehicle is equipped with tow hooks, they are
mounted in the front and the rear.

CAUTION!

Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for tow
truck hookup or highway towing. You could damage
your vehicle. Tow straps are recommended when tow-
ing the vehicle, chains may cause vehicle damage.

WARNING!

Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
hooks. Tow straps and chains may break, causing
serious injury.

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

2WD Models Only
Provided the transmission is operable, tow only in N
(Neutral) at speeds not exceeding 30 mph (48 km/h), for
distances of not more than 15 miles (24 km). Towing at
more than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for more than 15 miles
(24 km) can cause severe transmission damage. If the
transmission is not operable, or the vehicle must be
towed faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or farther than 15
miles (24 km), tow with all four wheels OFF the ground.
Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed or
with one end of the vehicle raised and the other end on
a towing dolly. Removing the driveshaft for towing is not
recommended since this can allow fluid to drain from the
transmission.

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

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