2008 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner's Manual - Page 268

3 WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 20 D080D01CM-AAT ! Emergency Towing CAUTION: o The AWD vehicle should never be towed with the wheels on the ground. This can cause serious damage to the transaxle or the AWD system. o When towing the vehicle, take care not to cause damage to the bumper or underbody of the vehicle. Towing Hooks For emergency towing when no commercial tow vehicle is available. Do not attempt to tow your vehicle in this manner on any unpaved surface. This could result in serious damage to your car. 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. OCM054016 When using the rear towing hook (1)To open the towing cover push it with your finger. (2)To mount the towing hook, rotate it clockwise. OCM054034 ! Towing Hook CAUTION o Do not tow with a sling type truck as this may cause damage to the bumper or underbody of the vehicle. It should be tightened firmly with your fingers until there is no more play in the towing hole. Towing hook is located in the luggage compartment. OCM054017