Kia Optima: 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 |
Automatic Transaxle
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Release the parking brake.
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Shift to [D] position,
then [N] position. |
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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. ...
Bolt nominal diameter (mm)
Pitch (mm)
Torque Nm (kg.cm, lb.ft)
Head Mark 4
Head Mark 7
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Towing
Tightening Torque Table Of Standard Parts