Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Only)

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To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground:

To tow a front-wheel-drive vehicle from the front with two wheels on the ground:
1. Put the front wheels on a dolly.
2. Move the shift lever to P (Park).
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing.
5. Remove the key from the ignition.
6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly.
7. Release the parking brake.

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