2004 Dodge Stratus Owner Manual Coupe - Page 285

EMERGENCIES 285 Sling lift type CAUTION! • Towing should only be done by a professional tow service particularly if it will involve towing on winding roads, hills or heavy traffic. If you have any doubts, use a professional tow service. Flat bed type Dolly type Towing-front wheel lift Place the gearshift lever (manual transaxle) to Neutral or the selector lever (automatic transaxle) in the "N" (NEUTRAL) position. Release the parking brake. Towing-rear wheel lift Turn the ignition key to the "ACC" position and secure the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a rope or similar device. Never place the ignition key in the "LOCK" position. This will result in damage to the steering lock mechanism. If you have to tow an automatic transaxle model with the rear wheels raised (with the front wheels on the ground): Observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances. • Speed: 30 mph (50 km/h) • Distance: 18 miles (30 km) Wheel lift type Front wheel lift 8 Rear wheel lift N25A0202