Access to screw thread
Manual transmission
Press the arrow symbol on the cover in the
bumper.
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Sport automatic transmission
Front
Before towing, manually release the
transmission lock, even if there is no mal-
function in the transmission. Otherwise there is
a risk that the transmission lock will automati-
cally be engaged during towing.<
Manually unlocking and locking transmission
lock, refer to page 62.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/
70
km/h and a towing distance of
90
miles/150 km; otherwise, the sport auto-
matic transmission may be damaged.<
Rear
Towing methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body
and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.<
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes in public traffic is not permitted. Familiar-
ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the
respective country.
Being towed
With tow bar
Make sure that the ignition is switched on,
refer to page 58; otherwise, the low-beam
headlamps, tail lights, turn signals and wind-
shield wipers would not be available. Do not tow
the vehicle with the rear axle raised, as other-
wise the steering can turn to the left or right.
When the engine is stopped, there is no power
assist. This then requires increased effort for
braking and steering. Active steering is deacti-
vated and larger steering wheel movements are
required.<
The towing vehicle may not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed; otherwise, it
will not be possible to reliably control vehicle
response.<
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-
ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset
angle, please note the following:
>
Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be strictly limited during cornering.
>
When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend-
ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys-
tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with
a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.
Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only,
as attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<
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Model Year | 2008 |
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