Towing
Preparations
—Attach the tow-rope or the tow-bar only to the towing eye provided (→ Front towing eye) (→ Rear towing eye).
—Make sure that the tow-rope is not twisted. Otherwise a towing eye may become unscrewed during towing.
—Switch on the ignition and hazard warning lights on both vehicles. However, observe any regulations to the
contrary.
—Observe the instructions for towing in the vehicle wallet of the other vehicle.
Pulling vehicle (front)
—The tow-rope must be taut before you drive off properly.
—Accelerate with particular care.
—Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
Vehicles with a manual gearbox
—Engage the clutch particularly gently when driving off.
Pulled vehicle (rear)
—Make sure that the ignition is switched on so that the steering wheel is not locked and so that you can indicate,
sound the horn and operate the wipers if necessary.
—The brake servo works only when the ignition is switched on. The power steering works only when the ignition is
switched on and the vehicle is rolling. Otherwise you must press the brake pedal with significantly more force and
also use more manual power to steer the vehicle (→ Information on the brakes).
—Switch off the electronic parking brake.
—Make sure that the tow-rope is always taut.
—Put the gearbox in neutral or select positionN.
NOTICE
The vehicle can be towed only if the charge level of the 12-volt vehicle battery is sufficient.
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