STARTING AND DRIVING
tem cannot determine whether it is the trailer or
the driver that is causing the snaking.
Towing
During towing, one vehicle is towed by another
vehicle using a tow rope.
WARNING
Check that the steering lock is unlocked
before towing.
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The ESC23 symbol in the combined
instrument panel flashes when the TSA
system is working.
Find out the statutory maximum speed limit for
towing before the towing begins.
The remote control key must be in key
position II - in position I all airbags are
deactivated.
1. Activate the car's hazard warning flashers.
2. Attach the tow rope in the towing eye.
Related information
Never remove the remote control key
from the ignition switch when the car is
being towed.
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Electronic stability control (ESC) - general
(p. 184)
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3. Unlock the steering lock (p. 271) by inserting
the remote control key in the ignition switch
and giving a long press on the START/
STOP ENGINE button - key position II
(p. 81) is activated.
WARNING
The brake servo and power steering do not
work when the engine is switched off - the
brake pedal needs to be depressed
about 5 times more heavily and the steering is
considerably heavier than normal.
4. The remote control key must remain in the
ignition switch while the car is being towed.
5. Keep the towline taut when the towing vehi-
cle reduces speed by holding your foot gen-
tly pressed on the brake pedal - thereby
avoiding unnecessary jerking.
Manual gearbox
Prior to towing:
6. Be prepared to brake to stop.
Move gear lever into neutral and release the
–
parking brake.
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(Electronic Stability Control) - Electronic stability control.
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