Acura 2008 TL - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 340)

The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
Release the parking brake.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
There are two ways to tow your
vehicle:
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a professional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground.
If, due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the front wheels on
the ground, do this:
Turn off the engine.
Shift to D, then to N.
Start the engine.
Release the parking brake.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
With the front wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with a
front spoiler, remove it before
towing so it is not damaged.
Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
CONTINUED
Emergency Towing
Flat-bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
This is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
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Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.
2008 TL
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