Get a tow from another vehicle
by using a towing rope, strap or
chain.
To be successful, the
pulling vehicle will need adequate
power and traction.
Be sure the rope, strap or chain is attached to the frames (not
bumpers
) of both vehicles, and
keep
people away in case the
connecting device breaks. Use a winch. If you have a
winch, you might be able to
attach it to another vehicle or a
sturdy, fixed object (such as a
tree).
Or another vehicle with a
winch may be able to attach it to your vehicle and pull you
out
.
Get experienced help. This is
often
the best solution,
especially if you have dug in deep, are stuck in mud or on
sloped terrain. Grounded
on a Bump or Log
You have fewer options if you bottom
out (or high-center) on a
bump,
log, or other raised
obstacle. You can try getting a
tow
(forward or backward) from
another vehicle, use a winch (see
above
for additional tips), or get
experienced help.
Flat Tire
Change a flat tire only if the vehicle
is on firm, level ground
that can safely support the jack. If
this is not the case, your options
are:
drive slowly and carefully
until you reach firm, level ground;
get a tow from another vehicle (as
described
above); or send for
experienced help. Off-Road Driving Information
