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Abarth Installing Front Towing Eye
Installing Rear Tow Eye
Abarth Installing Rear Tow Eye
4. Hook the towing rope to the tow eye.
When using the tow eyes, always pull the
lead or chain in a straight direction with
respect to the eyelet. Never apply a sideways
force.
NOTE:
Follow the precautions below to avoid
damage to the towing eyelet and towing
hook, vehicle body, or transmission system
when towing:
Do not tow a vehicle heavier than yours.
Do not suddenly accelerate your vehicle as
it will apply a severe shock to the tow eye
and towing hook or rope.
Do not attach any rope other than to the
tow eye and towing hook.
Emergency Towing
Towing Description
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle. Government
and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its drive
wheels (rear wheels) OFF of the ground. If
excessive damage or other conditions
prevent this, use wheel dollies.
When towing with the rear wheels on the
ground, release the parking brake.
If towing service is not available in an emer
-
gency, the vehicle may be towed with all four
wheels on the ground using the towing hook
at the front of the vehicle. Only tow the
vehicle on paved surfaces for short distances
at low speeds.
CAUTION!
Tow eyes are for emergency use only, to
rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not
use tow eyes for tow truck hookup or
highway towing. You could damage your
vehicle.
CAUTION!
DO NOT
use sling-type equipment when
towing. When securing the vehicle to a
flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear
suspension components. Damage to your
vehicle may result from improper towing.
