Dodge QUAD CAB SRT-10 Operations Instructions download pdf (Page 241)

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE

If vehicle becomes stuck in snow, sand, or mud, it can

often be moved by a rocking motion. Move the gear

selector rhythmically between FIRST and REVERSE,

while applying slight pressure to the accelerator.

In general, the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure

to maintain the rocking motion without spinning the

wheels or racing the engine is most effective. Racing the

engine or spinning the wheels, due to the frustration of

not freeing the vehicle, may lead to transmission over-

heating and failure. Allow the engine to idle with the

transmission selector in NEUTRAL for at least one

minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will

minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmis-

sion failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck

vehicle.

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent

damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other

equipment designed for the purpose, following equip-

ment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is

mandatory. Attach a tow bar or other towing device to

the main structural members of the vehicle—not to

bumpers or associated brackets. State and local laws

applying to vehicles under tow must be observed.

Provided that the transmission is operable, tow with the

transmission in Neutral and the ignition key in the OFF

position along with the front wheels raised and the rear

wheels on the ground. Speed must not exceed 30 mph (50

km/h) and distance must not exceed 15 miles (25 km).

If the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles (25 km)

the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels raised

and the front wheels on the ground. It may also be towed

on a flatbed or with the front wheels raised and the rear

wheels on a dolly.

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