2004 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 183
2004 Nissan Altima Manual
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CAUTION ● Use the towing hook only, not other parts of the vehicle. Otherwise, the vehicle body will be damaged. ● Use the towing hook only to free a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc. Never tow the vehicle for a long distance using only the towing hook. ● The towing hook is under tremendous force when used to free a stuck vehicle. Always pull the cable straight out from the front or rear of the vehicle. Never pull the hook at an angle. ● Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake or cooling systems. ● Pull devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery. Rear WARNING ● Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. ● Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged. CAUTION ● Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the main structural members of the vehicle. ● Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake or cooling systems. ● Always pull the cable straight out from the front or rear of the vehicle. Never pull the vehicle at an angle. ● Pull devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery. WCE0052 VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck vehicle) Front WARNING ● Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. ● Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged. In case of emergency 6-11