Getting your car ready for a tow in San Jose
Keys, belongings, passengers, and the repair-shop handoff: practical preparations while you wait for a tow.
Read the guideSan Jose Roadside Guide
Practical guidance for staying safe during a breakdown and describing the problem clearly when you call for help.
Flat tire and no spare in San Jose? Here's what to do
No usable spare? Understand repair-kit limits, when to arrange a tow, and what details help an operator plan the pickup.
Read the guideCar broken down in San Jose? What to do while you wait for help
Learn when to call 911, where to wait safely, how 511 Freeway Assist works, and what to tell a roadside operator.
Read the guideCar won't start in San Jose: do you need a jump-start or a tow?
Understand the starting clues, when a jump-start may help, when to arrange a tow, and what details to share when you call.
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