How to Move a Car with the Engine Off
Safety First
Before you start, make sure it’s safe to move the car. If you’re on a hill, chock the wheels to prevent the car from rolling. If you’re on a busy road, turn on your hazard lights and put out cones or flares.
Manual Transmission
If your car has a manual transmission, you can move it by pushing or pulling it. To push the car, get behind it and put your hands on the bumper. To pull the car, get in front of it and hook a tow strap to the bumper.
Once you’ve got the car moving, steer it by turning the steering wheel. Be careful not to turn the wheel too quickly, or you could damage the car’s steering system.
Automatic Transmission
If your car has an automatic transmission, you can’t move it by pushing or pulling it. Instead, you’ll need to use a dolly or a tow truck.
To use a dolly, place the dolly under the front or rear wheels of the car. Then, use a winch or a jack to lift the car onto the dolly.
To tow the car, hook a tow strap to the bumper and tow the car behind another vehicle.
Tips
- If you’re moving the car a short distance, you can use a piece of cardboard or wood to slide the car across the ground.
- If you’re moving the car a longer distance, you can use a dolly or a tow truck.
- Be careful not to turn the steering wheel too quickly, or you could damage the car’s steering system.
- If you’re not comfortable moving the car yourself, call a tow truck.
Conclusion
Moving a car with the engine off is not difficult, but it does require some planning and preparation. By following these tips, you can safely and easily move your car.
