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Re: Towing a 2002 (archive)
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Posted by Chris Ruper on August 07, 2000 at 12:47:04:

In Reply to: Towing a 2002 posted by Steve P. on August 06, 2000 at 23:41:45:

Typically they tell you not to tow a vehicle with the rear dragging. The problem is that the pump for the lubrication is driven by the front half of the trans and since only part of the trans is "rolling" the pump doesn't do it's job. This will kill a trans. When towing they tell you to unhook the driveshaft if you plan on towing in this fashion.

As for the tow hooks. I wouldn't use them to tow the car for any period of time. They aren't real heavy duty (which is something you want in a coneection when towing a car). When I've towed mine, I use either the frame, or rear axle to tie down.

Chris Ruper


I am towing my '02 about 60 miles on Monday to Korman. The car is too low to fit on my trailer, so I thought I would rent a Tow dolly from U-haul. Is it ok to tow these cars like this?? (front wheels up, rear rolling). I know in some cars it is not recommended. Thanks in advance.

Steve P.
'74 2002
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