Towing the vehicle
Always check with state and local authorities before attempting to tow another vehicle because this type of towing is subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length and type of towing device, lighting, etc.
With the remote key fully pressed into the ignition slot1, press START/STOP ENGINE for approximately 2 seconds to activate ignition mode II.
The remote key must remain in the ignition slot2 for the entire time that the vehicle is being towed.
Keep the tow rope taut when the towing vehicle slows down by applying light pressure on the brake pedal. This will help prevent jarring movements of the vehicle being towed.
Be prepared to apply the brakes to stop the vehicle being towed.
Important
General towing precautions:
- Please check with state and local authorities before attempting this type of towing, as vehicles being towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length and type of towing device, lighting, etc.
- If the vehicle's battery is dead, see Jump starting to provide current for releasing the electric parking brake and to move the gear selector from the P position to N. If this is not possible, see Transmission – shiftlock override for information about manually overriding the shiftlock system to move the gear selector from P to N.
- Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not exceed the maximum allowable towing speed.
- Maximum distance with front wheels on ground: 50 miles (80 km).
- The vehicle should only be towed in the forward direction.