EMERGENCY - How to Recover a Vehicle line needs to be re-installed in its normal position. Add lubricant back to the axles after recovering the vehicle and before putting it back in to service. Apply light pressure on the accelerator pedal while the transmission is in gear. Remove your foot from the accelerator while shifting. Do not race the engine. For best traction and safety, avoid spinning the wheels. Follow these practices to avoid transmission damage: Always start vehicle in motion with the shift lever in first gear. Be sure that transmission is fully engaged in gear before releasing the clutch pedal (manual only). Do not shift into reverse while the vehicle is moving.
If the vehicle needs to be recovered from being stuck, do not permit the vehicle to be towed for long distances without removing the driveshaft. If tire chains are needed, make sure they are installed on both sides of the driving axle. Installing chains on only one side of the axle can cause equipment damage. CAUTION 2 Chains on the tires of only one tandem axle can damage the driveline U-joints and the interaxle differential. Repairs could be costly and time-consuming. Failure to comply may result in equip- ment damage. What to do if the Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Snow or Ice WARNING Do not spin the wheels faster than 35 mph (55 km/h).
Spinning a tire at speedometer readings faster than 35 mph (55 km/h) can be dangerous. Tires can explode from spinning too fast. Under some conditions, a tire may be spinning at a speed twice that shown on the speedometer. Any re- sulting tire explosion could cause in- jury or death to a bystander or passen- ger, as well as extensive vehicle dam- age: including tire, transmission and/or rear axle malfunction. Towing the Vehicle Towing the vehicle should be done by either an authorized dealer or a commercial vehicle towing service.
The dealer or commercial towing service will have the necessary equipment to safely tow the vehicle and should be able to make arrangements to limit any damage to the vehicle. The towing service and the dealer should be aware of towing regulations and safety precautions. The towing service will ensure that the following precautions are taken: Use of a safety chain system. Abide by all local towing regulations. These suggestions are provided to improve the ability to free a vehicle if the vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, snow, or ice: Move the gearshift lever or selector from First to Reverse. 56 Y53-6047-2HEN (03/18)