The essentials
Towline anchorages
Do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle
and take care to avoid jerking the tow rope.
When towing on an unpaved road, there is al-
ways a risk of overloading and damaging the
anchorage points.
Emergency towing of the ve-
hicle
Attach the bar or rope to the towline ancho-
rages.
The towline anchorages are located under
the floor panel in the luggage compartment,
next to the vehicle tools
Towing
Switch on the ignition so that the turn signals,
windscreen wipers and windscreen washer
can work. Ensure that the steering wheel is
unlocked and moves freely.
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Screw the towline anchorage into the screw
connection Fig. 80 or Fig. 81 and tight-
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en it with the wheel brace.
Place the gear lever in neutral on vehicles
with a manual gearbox. With an automatic
gearbox, place the lever in N.
Tow rope or tow bar
The tow bar offers increased safety and a
lower risk of damage.
To brake, press the brake pedal firmly. The
brake servo does not work when the engine is
switched off.
The tow rope is recommended when there is
no tow bar. It must be elastic so that it does
not damage the vehicle.
Fig. 80 Right side of the front bumper: towline
The power steering only works when the igni-
tion is switched on and the vehicle is moving,
provided that the battery is sufficiently
anchorage screwed in.
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
charged. Otherwise, it will need more force.
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The tow rope must be taut before you drive
Ensure that the tow rope remains taut at all
times.
off.
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Release the clutch very carefully when
starting the vehicle (manual gearbox), or ac-
celerate gently (automatic gearbox).
in General information on
page 86
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Driving style
page 86
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Towing requires some experience, especially
when using a tow rope. Both drivers should
realise how difficult it is to tow a vehicle. Inex-
perienced drivers should not attempt to tow.
Fig. 81 Right side of the rear bumper: towline
anchorage screwed in.
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