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Towing a disabled vehicle – Dodge 2013 Charger SRT8 User Manual

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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

NOTE:

This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service.

Towing Condition

Wheels OFF the Ground

ALL MODELS

Flat Tow

NONE

IF Transmission is operable:

• Transmission in NEUTRAL

• 30 mph (48 km/h) max speed

• 15 mi (24 km) max distance

Wheel Lift

Front

Rear

OK

Flatbed

ALL

BEST METHOD

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent
damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other
equipment designed for this purpose, following equip-
ment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is
mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to
main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers
or associated brackets. State and local laws regarding
vehicles under tow must be observed.

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
position, not the ACC position.

If the vehicle’s key fob is unavailable or the battery is
discharged, see “Shift Lever Override” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for instructions on shifting the automatic
transmission out of PARK for towing.

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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES