Kia Rio 2022, Owner'S Manual, Page: 454 / 602

What to do in an emergency
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Towing
CAUTION
僅 Do not tow the vehicle backwards
with the front wheels on the ground
as this may cause damage to the
vehicle.
僅 Do not tow with sling-type equipment.
Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment.
When towing your vehicle in an emer
-
gency without wheel dollies :
1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC
position.
2. Place the transmission shift lever in N
(Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
Failure to place the transmission shift
lever in N (Neutral) may cause internal
damage to the transmission.
Removable towing hook (if
equipped)
1. Open the tailgate, and remove the
towing hook from the tool case.
2. Remove the hole cover pressing the
lower part of the cover on the
bumper.
3. Install the towing hook by turning it
clockwise into the hole until it is fully
secured.
4. Remove the towing hook and install
the cover after use.
Emergency towing
Front
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