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IN AN EMERGENCY -> TOWING THE CAR for Your Fiat Punto SUV 1999-2010

TOWING THE CAR  
The tow ring provided with the car is housed in the tool box under the  
boot mat.  
TOW HOOK PLUG REMOVAL PROCEDURE  
To prevent damaging plug (A), proceed as follows:  
take the screwdriver provided out of the tool container;  
fit the screwdriver down into the plug slot (B) for about 1 cm;  
place your thumb on the plug to prevent damaging it (see figure);  
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remove the plug (without turning it) making a movement  
perpendicular to the supporting surface (see figure).  
SPORTING, HGT and SOUND versions  
To prevent damaging plug (A), proceed as follows:  
fit the screwdriver down into slot (B);  
remove plug (A) by levering outwards.  
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TOW RING HOOKING  
Proceed as follows:  
take the tow hook from its support;  
tighten the hitch (B) on the front or rear threaded pin.  
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Front bumper  
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TOWING PROCEDURE FOR VERSIONS WITH SPEEDGEAR  
AND DUALOGIC TRANSMISSION  
For versions with Speedgear or Dualogic transmission, carry out the  
above procedure and see the Supplement annexed to this Owner  
Handbook.  
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Rear bumper  
Before starting to tow, turn the ignition key to MAR and then to STOP. Do not  
remove the key. If the key is removed, the steering lock engages automatically  
resulting in the impossibility to steer the wheels.  
WARNING  
When towing, remember that without the help of the servobrake and power  
steering, a greater effort is required on the pedal and steering wheel. Do not use  
flexible cables for towing and avoid jerks. During towing operations make sure that  
fastening the joint to the car does not damage the components in contact with it.  
When towing the car, you must comply with the specific traffic regulations  
regarding the tow ring and how to tow on the road.  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Do not start the engine when towing the vehicle.  
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