● Always drive carefully and ensure that you think ahead. Accelerate particularly carefully and gently. Avoid abrupt
and sudden driving and braking manoeuvres.
● Take extra care when overtaking. Reduce your speed immediately if the trailer shows even the slightest sign of
snaking.
● Do not drive faster than 80 km/h(50 mph) when towing a trailer, or 100 km/h (60 mph)in exceptional cases. This
also applies to countries where higher speeds are permitted. Always obey national speed limits. In some areas,
speed limits for vehicles towing trailers may be lower than for vehicles without trailers.
● Observe any applicable national regulations when towing a trailer and using a towing bracket.
● Never try to stop a trailer from snaking by increasing your speed.
WARNING
The start/stop system must always be deactivated manually when towing a trailer using towing brackets that have
not been retrofitted by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. Otherwise faults can occur in the brake system, possibly
resulting in accidents and serious injuries.
Always switch off the anti-theft alarm before hitching or unhitching a trailer (→ Anti-theft alarm). The tilt
sensor could otherwise trigger an alarm unnecessarily.
In vehicles with a new engine, do not tow a trailer during the first
1,000 km.
Depending on the equipment, the removable ball coupling is required for
towing .
Technical prerequisites
Engine cooling system
There is an increased load on the engine and the cooling system when towing a trailer. The cooling system must
contain sufficient coolant and be able to cope with the extra load added by the trailer.
Trailer brake
If the trailer is equipped with its own brake system, comply with the legal regulations.
Exterior mirrors
If you are unable to see the traffic behind the trailer in the vehicle's standard exterior mirrors, additional exterior
mirrors should be fitted in accordance with any country-specific regulations. Before setting off, adjust the mirrors so
that you have a sufficient view of the rear.
Retrofitting a towing bracket
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles recommends the use of Volkswagen Genuine Accessories, which you can purchase
from your Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership. Always check and follow the data provided by the towing
bracket manufacturer.
Towing brackets fitted to the rear bumper
Do not carry out any alterations to the exhaust or brake systems. Check that the towing bracket is properly secured at
regular intervals.
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