Get Self-help -> Towing Guide for Volkswagen Caddy SUV Fifth Generation (2020-2025)

Observe any legal requirements when towing.

Towing

Towing is where a vehicle that cannot be driven is pulled with the aid of another vehicle.

The vehicle can be towed with a tow-bar or a tow-rope. The gearbox is not lubricated sufficiently at higher speeds

and over long distances:

—The maximum permitted towing speed is 50 km/h(30 mph).

—The maximum permitted towing distance is 50 km.

Tow-rope, tow-bar

It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow bar. Only use a tow rope if you do not have a tow bar.

The tow rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the strain on both vehicles. It is advisable to use a tow rope made of

synthetic fibre or similarly elastic material.

Towing with a breakdown truck

If you need to raise your vehicle on one axle for towing, you must do so only on the following axles, depending on the

gearbox/drive combination:

Front-wheel drive

Manual gearbox

Front or rear axle

Automatic gearbox

Front axle

All-wheel drive (4Motion)

Manual gearbox

Front axle

Automatic gearbox

Front axle

WARNING

If a vehicle is being towed, the vehicle handling and braking effect will change significantly.

WARNING

Never tow a vehicle that has no power supply.

● Never remove the key from the ignition lock during towing. This could cause the mechanical steering column lock

(steering lock) or the electronic steering column lock to engage suddenly. You will no longer be able to steer the

vehicle. This can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, accidents and serious injuries.

● If the power supply to the towed vehicle is disconnected, stop towing immediately and seek expert assistance.

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NOTICE

When pushing the vehicle by hand, do not press on the tail light clusters, the side spoilers on the rear window, the

rear spoiler or large panels. This could damage the vehicle and loosen the rear spoiler.

NOTICE

Remove and install the cover and the towing eye carefully so as to avoid damage to the vehicle, e.g. the paintwork.

Notes on towing

It is still possible to activate the turn signals in a vehicle that is being towed, even if the hazard warning lights are

switched on. To do this, operate the turn signal lever in the required direction while the ignition is switched on. The

hazard warning lights will not flash while the turn signal is being used. The hazard warning lights will start flashing

automatically as soon as the turn signal lever is moved back to the neutral position.

In which situations may the vehicle not be towed?

Do not have the vehicle towed in the following situations:

—The vehicle's gearbox is damaged or does not contain any lubricant.

—The distance to be towed is further than 50 km.

—If the steering function or the operating clearance of the wheels cannot be ensured after an accident.

If the vehicle cannot be towed on its own wheels due to one of the above conditions, seek expert assistance and have

the vehicle transported on a recovery vehicle if necessary.

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