Kia Rio: Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle :
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The operator loads the vehicle on the back of truck. This is best
way of transporting the vehicle.
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The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires of
the driving axle and lift them off the ground. The other two wheels
remain on the ground.
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The tow truck uses metal cables with hooks on the ends. These
hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension, and the cables lift
that end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's suspension and
body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted.
If the vehicle cannot be transported by flat-bed, should be towed
with the wheels of the driving axle off the ground and do the following
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Manual Transaxle
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Release the parking brake.
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Shift the Transaxle to neutral
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Automatic Transaxle
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Release the parking brake.
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Start the engine.
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Shift to [D] position, then [N] position.
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Turn off the engine.
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The vehicle equipped with full-time 4WD should be only
transported on a flat-bed.
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Improper towing preparation will damage the transaxle.
Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shift the
transaxle or start the engine(automatic transaxle), your vehicle
must be transported on a flat-bed.
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It is the best to tow vehicle no farther than 30km (19miles),
and keep the speed below 50km/h (30mph). (For the full-time
4WD vehicle, limit the towing to 1.5km (1mile) and 15km/h (10mph).)
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Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support
the vehicle's weight.
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If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service.
Never tow vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
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There are five primary symbols used to complement illustrations. These
symbols indicate the part to apply such materials during service.
Symbol
Meaning
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See also:
Fuses
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by
fuses.
This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one located in the driver’s side panel bolster,
the other in the engine comp ...
Removal
1.
Remove the cyliner head cover.
(Refer to Timing System)
2.
Remove the timing chain cover.
(Refer to Timing System)
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Special Service Tools
Tool (Number and name)
Illustration
Use
Alternator pulley remover wrench
(09373-27000)
Removal and installation of alternator pulley
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Towing
Meaning Of Symbols