2009 Hyundai Tucson Owner's Manual - Page 188

WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY 3 19 IF YOU LOSE YOUR KEYS 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 vehicle. 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 vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes. D120A01A-AAT ! CAUTION: If the Engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usual. If you lose your keys, many Hyundai dealers can make you a new key if you have your key number. If you lock the keys inside your car and you cannot obtain a new key, many Hyundai dealers can use special tools to open the door for you. ! CAUTION: NOTE: o To avoid serious damage to your 4WD vehicle, limit the towing to 15 km/h (10 mph) and not for more than 1.5 km (1 mile) at ANY TIME. o Before towing, check the level of the automatic transaxle fluid. If it is below the "75°C" range on the dipstick, add fluid. If you cannot add fluid, a towing dolly must be used. If the car is being towed with all four wheels on the ground, it can be towed only from the front. Be sure that the transaxle is in neutral. Do not tow at speeds greater than 50 km/h (30 mph) and for more than 25 km (15 miles). Be sure the steering is unlocked by placing the key in the "ACC" position. A driver must be in the towed vehicle to operate the steering and brakes.