Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the ve‐
hicle can occur.◀
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Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
raised, as the front wheels could turn.
When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and steer‐
ing.
Screw thread
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▷
▷
Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.
Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.
If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Push out the cover by pressing on the arrow
symbol.
Adhere to the towing speed and distance
Do not exceed a towing speed of 30 mph/
km/h and a towing distance of 30 miles/
km; otherwise, the automatic transmission
Towing
50
50
Observe before towing
may be damaged.◀
Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle re‐
sponse.◀
Towing methods
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may
result.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Manually release the transmission lock
Manually release the transmission lock,
even if there is no malfunction involving the
transmission. Otherwise, there is the danger
that the transmission lock will be engaged au‐
tomatically during towing.◀
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷
Maneuvering capability is limited during cor‐
nering.
▷
The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Observe during towing
Follow the general instructions
Follow the instructions on towing; other‐
wise, there is the danger of damage to the vehi‐
cle or accidents occurring.◀
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure that
the tow rope is taut.
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Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on
the vehicle components when towing, always
use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
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