1997 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual - Page 228
1997 Chevrolet Astro Manual
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Towing From the Front (All-Wheel Drive) A towing dolly must be used under the rear wheels when towing from the front. NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper systemwill be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could vehicle damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment.To help avoid damage, installa towing dolly and raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and/or wheel-lift equipment. Do not attach winch cables or J-hooks to suspension components when using car-carrier equipment. Always use T-hooksinserted in the T-hook slots. I 5-10