Section 1 (General Information): Note: Note: Towing

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Avoid towing vehicles except when the vehicle cannot be driven. For models with AWD, CVT or VTD, use a loader instead of towing. When towing other vehicles, pay attention to the following to prevent hook or vehicle damage resulting from excessive weight.

Do not tow other vehicles with a front tie-down hook.
Make sure the vehicle towing is heavier than the vehicle being towed.
Front
Remove the hook cover, and install the towing hook (eyebolt).

Fig 1: Installing Towing Hook (Eyebolt, Front)
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Rear
Remove the hook cover, and install the towing hook (eyebolt).

Fig 2: Installing Towing Hook (Eyebolt, Rear)
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Precautions

Towing	Precautions	MT	CVT
Lifting up four wheels (on a trailer)	Towing the vehicle after lifting up all four wheels is a basic rule for AWD model.	◦	◦
Rope	Check if both front and rear wheels are rotated normally. CVT model driving conditions: Driving speed of 30 km/h (19 MPH) or less Allow driving distance 50 km (31 miles) or less	◦	↑
Raising the front wheels	Prohibited for full-time AWD model.	X	X
Lifting up the front wheels	Prohibited, due to damage on bumper, front grille, etc. Do not raise the vehicle with bumper.	X	X
Marked ◦: OK, Marked X: Prohibited, Marked ↑ : Conditionally OK

CAUTION:

Place the shift lever in "N" position during towing.
Do not lift up the rear wheels to avoid unsteady rotation.
Turn the ignition key to "ACC", then check the steering wheel moves freely.
Release the parking brake to avoid tire dragging.
Since the power steering does not work, be careful for the heavy steering effort. (When engine is stopped)
Since the servo brake does not work, be careful that the brake is not applied effectively. (When engine is stopped)
In case of the malfunction of internal transmission or drive system, lift up four wheels (on a trailer) for towing.
Do not use towing hook (eyebolt) except when towing.
Make sure to detach the towing hook (eyebolt) after towing. If the hook remains attached, airbag may not operate properly when receiving a shock from front side. And it may also affect the crash performance of the vehicle.
While being towed with all four wheels on the ground, turn the engine switch to ON but do not start the engine.