Honda Fit: Rear bumper:
Remove the detachable towing hook from the tool kit under the cargo area.
Screw in the detachable towing hook (B), and tighten it securely by hand.
Wheel Lift Equipment - The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lifts them off the ground. The other two wheels remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way of towing the vehicle.
Sling-type Equipment - 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. This method of towing the vehicle is unacceptable.
If the vehicle cannot be transported by a flat-bed tow truck, it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground. If the vehicle is damaged, and must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, or with all four wheels on the ground, do this:
See also:
Wheel Runout Inspection
Raise and support the vehicle.
Check for a bent or deformed wheel.
Set up the dial gauge as shown, and measure the axial runout by turning
the wheel.
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Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly ...
Shift Cable Adjustment (A/T)
Remove the center console.
Shift the transmission to N.
Remove the nut securing the shift cable end.
Rotate the socket holder (A) on the shift cable ( ...
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