the ground) with gearbox in neutral,
but just for short distances (approx. 15
km) and at a reduced speed (max. 25
km/h).
WARNING A suitable towing or lifting
equipment is necessary for towing, in
order to avoid damage to the car.
TOWING THE CAR
ATTACHING THE TOW
RING
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WARNING Only use suitable tow bars
and other equipment, following the
Manufacturer’s instructions. Connect
the tow bars or other tow equipment
to the main structural components of
the car and not to the bumper or other
related brackets.
Versions with dual clutch automatic
transmission
The tow ring provided is located in the
tool box inside the boot.
It is recommended to tow the car with
all four wheels lifted from the ground on
the platform of a roadside assistance
car.
Front
Proceed as follows:
release and remove the protective
cap;
take tow ring (1) fig. 213 and screw it
fully onto the front threaded pin.
If a breakdown truck with platform
is not available, the vehicle must be
towed with the front wheels LIFTED
from the ground (using a trailer or
special equipment allowing lifting of the
front wheels).
WARNING Comply with the regulations
regarding vehicle towing in force in
each country.
WARNING Do not tow using lifting
harnesses. When securing the car to
a row truck, do not attach to front or
rear suspension components. Damage
to your car may result from improper
towing.
WARNING Towing vehicles without
complying with the above mentioned
prescriptions can cause serious
damage to the vehicle.
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FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
(FWD) VERSIONS
Rear
Proceed as follows:
Versions with manual transmission
It is recommended to tow the car with
all four wheels lifted from the ground on
the platform of a roadside assistance
car.
release and remove the protective
cap;
take tow ring (1) fig. 214 and screw it
fully onto the rear threaded pin.
These versions can also be towed on
level ground (with the four wheels on
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