TOWING: breakdown (1/3)
Before carrying out any towing, posi-
tion the gearbox in neutral position (po-
sition N on vehicles equipped with an
automatic gearbox), unlock the steering
column then release the parking brake.
The speed specified by current legis-
lation for towing must always be ob-
served. If you are driving the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the permissible
towing weight for your vehicle. ➥ 6.8.
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Steering column unlocking
Towing a vehicle with an
automatic transmission,
mechanical lever
Transport the vehicle on a trailer or tow
it with the front wheels off the ground.
Insert the key into the ignition, set to
“On” position or, depending on the vehi-
cle, with the card in the passenger com-
partment press the engine start button
for approximately two seconds.
Reposition the lever to neutral (position
N for vehicles fitted with an automatic
gearbox).
In exceptional circumstances, you
may tow it with all four wheels on the
ground, only in a forward gear, with the
gear lever in neutral position N over a
maximum distance of 50 miles (80 km)
and at a maximum speed of 16 mph
(25 km/h).
When setting off, if the lever is stuck in
P when you press the brake pedal (e.g.
battery fault), it is possible to manually
release the lever to unblock the drive
wheels. To do this, unclip the base of
the gaiter and press the 1 push button
while simultaneously pressing the 2
button on the lever to unlock the lever
and shift to position N.
The steering column unlocks, the ac-
cessory functions are powered: you
can use the vehicle’s lights (direction
indicators, brake lights, etc.). At night
the vehicle must have its lights on.
Depending on the vehicle, once you
have finished towing, press the engine
start button twice (risk of running down
the battery).
Contact an authorised dealer as soon
as possible.
Leave the card in the vehi-
cle during towing.
Risk of the steering
column locking.
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