In the event of a breakdown
Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise
certain equipment:
– Remote control key or electronic key
(depending on version).
– Electric windows.
– Date and time.
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Check that the towing vehicle is heavier than
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 towbar;
ropes and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
– not possible to put the gearbox into neutral,
unlock the steering, or release the parking
brake;
– not possible to tow a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox, with the engine running;
– towing with only two wheels on the ground;
– four-wheel drive vehicle;
– Preset radio stations.
– no approved towbar available.
The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be available
again after a continuous period with the
vehicle immobilised, the duration of which
depends on the exterior temperature and the
state of charge of the battery (up to about 8
hours).
Before towing the vehicle, it is essential
to put the vehicle in free-wheeling mode.
For more information on Free-wheeling, refer
to the corresponding section.
Electric motor
An electric vehicle cannot under any
circumstances be used to tow another
vehicle.
A professional recovery service must
be called in the following cases:
– broken down on a motorway or main road;
However, it may be used, for example, to exit
a rut.
Towing
Procedure for having your vehicle towed or for
towing another vehicle using the towing eye.
Towing constraints
Type of vehicle
(engine/gearbox)
Front wheels on the
ground
Rear wheels on the
ground
Flatbed
4 wheels on the ground
with towbar
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