2005 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner's Manual - Page 195

3 WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 14 D080D02O-AAT ! EMERGENCY TOWING CAUTION: o The 4WD vehicle should never be towed with the wheels on the ground. This can cause serious damage to the transaxle or the 4WD system. o When towing the vehicle, take care not to cause damage to the bumper or underbody of the vehicle. Towing Hooks HSM430 For emergency towing when no commercial tow vehicle is available, attach a tow cable, chain or strap to one of the towing hooks under the front/rear of your car. Be very careful when attempting this procedure when the vehicle is on any unpaved surface to avoid damage to your vehicle. Nor should towing be attempted if the wheels, drive train, axles, steering or brakes are damaged. Before towing, be sure the transaxle is in neutral and the key is in "ACC" (with the engine off) or in the "ON" position (with the engine running). A driver must be in the towed car to steer it and operate the brakes. NOTE: o To avoid serious damage to your 4WD vehicle, limit the towing to 10 mph and not for more than 1 mile at ANY TIME. o Before towing, check the level of the automatic transaxle fluid. If it is below the "HOT" range on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add fluid, a towing dolly must be used. HSM4030 o Do not tow with sling type truck as this may cause damage to the bumper or underbody of the vehicle. Towing Hook HSM4037