Frame Hooks
Front
Rear
Frame hooks are provided at the front and rear of the vehicle.
To access the front hook, unhook the lower part of the cover (1) and then remove the cover (1).
WARNING:
Do not use the frame hooks to tow
another vehicle or to have your vehicle
towed on the road or highway.
The hooks are designed for use in emergency situations only, such as if your vehicle or another vehicle gets stuck in deep mud or snow.
See also:
Driving on Hills
Driving on Hills
• When climbing steep hills, the car may
begin to slow down and show a lack of
power. If this happens, you should shift
to a lower gear so that the engine will
again be opera ...
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch (if equipped)
To turn the rear wiper on, twist the rear
wiper switch on the end of the lever forward
to the “ON” position. If your vehicle is
equipped the “INT” position, the rear wiper
operates inter ...
Cargo & Towing
As noted, the Grand Vitara's maximum trailer weight is 3,000 pounds — twice
that of the CR-V and four-cylinder Escape, but less than the Escape V6, which
has car-based construction and better mi ...