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162 Starting-off and Driving ›
For vehicles with factory-fitted towing device, at the back
there is no mount for a screw-in towing eye.
Information for the driver of the towing vehicle
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Drive slowly and smoothly.
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Only accelerate once the rope is taut.
Information for the driver of the towed vehicle
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Select the mode of automatic transmission.
WARNING
Risk of an accident!
When the ignition is switched off, the brake booster and the
power steering do not work. In addition, there is a risk that the
steering lock will engage.
Turn on the ignition.
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NOTICE
Danger of engine damage!
Towing the vehicle with the ignition on.
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Brakes
What you should be mindful of
WARNING
Problems and faults with the brake system can extend the brak-
ing distance of the vehicle!
DANGER
Danger of the brakes overheating!
Do not depress the brake pedal unless braking is required.
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If the original front spoiler is damaged, ensure the air supply to
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the front brakes is guaranteed.
Brakes
Inspecting the brake fluid level
Test conditions
✓ The vehicle is on a horizontal surface
✓ Ignition off
Checking
The fill level must be within the
marked range.
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If the level is below the mark
do not continue.
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Do not refill liquid.
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Seek the help of a specialist ga-
rage.
If the brake fluid level is too low, this
will be indicated in the instrument
cluster by the illumination of
displayed in the status bar. Nevertheless, we recommend check-
ing the brake fluid level regularly directly at the reservoir.
WARNING
Danger of brake failure!
If the fluid level falls significantly within a short time or drops be-
low the mark
, the brake system may have become leaky.
Stop driving! Seek the help of a specialist garage.
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Specification
The brake fluid must comply with standard VW 501 14. This
standard complies with the requirements of the
FMVSS 116 DOT4 standard.
Changing
Have the brake fluid replaced by a specialist garage.
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