After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap with the flange into the
recess and fix cap by pushing.
IMPORTANT
293) Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving. Ensure that
the weight of the towing vehicle is higher
than that of the towed vehicle. The driver
must remain at the wheel of the towed
vehicle and must have a valid driving
licence. When towing a vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, always use an
approved towing arm; rope and straps are
prohibited. The towing vehicle must move
off gently.
294) For versions with radio remote
control, turn the ignition key to the ENGINE
position and then to STOP without
removing it before towing. The steering
column will automatically lock when the
key is removed and the wheels cannot
be steered. On versions with automatic
transmission/Electric Drive Unit check that
the PRND command is in N position. For
versions with electronic key system, set
the ignition device to the ENGINE position
and then to STOP, without opening the
door.
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Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal position
fig. 301 (front bumper) or fig. 302 (rear
bumper).
Attach the tow rod to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used
for towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation
of brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
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124)
Refer to the "Free-wheeling" chapter in
this section.
125)
295) The brake servo and the
electromechanical power steering will not
work while the vehicle is being towed. You
will therefore need to apply more force
on the brake pedal and steering wheel.
Do not use flexible ropes when towing,
and avoid jerky movements. While towing,
make sure that the trailer hitch does not
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases
from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the windows.
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