emergency towing JEEP WRANGLER 2011 JK / 3.G Owners Manual

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CONTENTS
Hazard Warning Flashers ................ 484
 If Your Engine Overheats ................ 484
 Jacking And Tire Changing ............... 485
▫ Jack Location ....................... 486
▫ Spare Tire Stowage ................... 486
▫ Preparations For Jacking ............... 487
▫ Jacking Instructions ................... 488
 Jump-Starting Procedures ................ 491
▫ Preparations For Jump-Start ............. 492▫
Jump-Starting Procedure ............... 493
 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................. 495
 Emergency Tow Hooks — If Equipped ...... 496
 Shift Lever Override ................... 497
 Towing A Disabled Vehicle ............... 498
▫ Towing Without The Ignition Key FOB ..... 500
▫ Four–Wheel Drive Models .............. 500
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WARNING!
•Chains are not recommended for freeing a stuck
vehicle. Chains may break, causing serious injury
or death.
•Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
hooks. Tow straps may become disengaged, caus-
ing serious injury.
CAUTION!
Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to rescue a
vehicle stranded off road. Do not use tow hooks for
tow truck hookup or highway towing. You could
damage your vehicle. Tow straps are recommended
when towing the vehicle, chains may cause vehicle
damage.
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
1. Firmly set the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position without
starting the engine.
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