Fuses and bulbs
turn signal lever is returned to the rest posi-
tion, the hazard warning lights will be auto-
matically reactivated.
CAUTION
The towing eye must always be com-
pletely and firmly tightened. Otherwise, it
could be released while towing and tow-
starting.
Fuses and bulbs
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Fuses
Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
Introduction
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Leave the ignition on, so that the steering is
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If the vehicle is factory-equipped with a
not blocked, and the electronic parking brake
may be deactivated and the turn signals and
wash/wipe operated.
towing bracket, it is only allowed to tow
with a tow bar if this has been specially de-
signed to be installed with a tow hitch. If an
unsuitable tow bar is used, both the tow
hitch and the vehicle may be damaged. In-
stead, a tow rope should be used.
In general, a fuse can be assigned to various
electrical components. Likewise, an electrical
component can be protected by several
fuses.
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More strength is required at the steering
wheel as the power steering does not oper-
ate when the engine is switched off.
Only replace fuses when the cause of the
problem has been solved. If a newly inserted
fuse blows after a short time, you must have
the electrical system checked by a special-
ised workshop as soon as possible.
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You should depress the brake much harder
as the brake servo does not operate. Avoid
hitting the towing vehicle.
Driving tips for towing
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Bear in mind the information and instruc-
Towing requires some expertise and experi-
ence, especially when using a tow rope. Both
drivers should be familiar with the difficulties
involved in towing. For this reason, inexper-
ienced drivers should abstain from towing.
tions in the manual of the vehicle to be towed.
WARNING
The high voltages in the electrical system
can give serious electrical shocks, causing
burns and even death!
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
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Accelerate with particular care and cau-
tion. Avoid sharp manoeuvres.
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Never touch the electrical wiring of the
During towing, it should be ensured that no
impermissible tractive forces or shocks are
generated. When towing on an unpaved
road, there is always a risk of overloading and
damaging the anchorage points.
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Brake earlier than usual and smoothly.
ignition system.
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Bear in mind the information and instruc-
Take care not to cause short circuits in
the electrical system.
tions in the manual of the towed vehicle.
WARNING
During towing, the towing vehicle can signal
the change of direction even with the hazard
warning lights turned on. To do so, at the
same time, the turn signal lever must be oper-
ated with ignition switched on. Meanwhile, the
hazard warning lights will go off. When the
Using unsuitable fuses, repairing fuses or
bridging a current circuit without fuses can
cause a fire and serious injury.
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Never use a fuse with a higher value. Only
replace fuses with a fuse of the same
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