Towing The Vehicle - Fiat 500X Owner's Handbook Manual

retaining clips. Otherwise, noise might be
heard due to an incorrect fastening of the
lower cover with the upper cover.
TOWING THE
VEHICLE
ATTACHING THE TOW
RING
168) 169) 170)
The tow ring provided is located in the
tool box inside the boot.
Front
Proceed as follows:
working in the point shown by the
arrow, release the cap (A) (fig. 166 or
fig. 167depending on versions);
take tow ring (B) and screw it fully
onto the front threaded pin.
166
168
167
Rear
Proceed as follows:
working in the point shown by the
arrow, release the cap (A) (fig. 168 or
fig. 169depending on versions);
take tow ring (B) and screw it fully
onto the rear threaded pin.
168
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169
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WARNING
168) For versions with key without
remote control, before towing, turn the
ignition key to MAR and then to STOP
without removing it. The steering column
will automatically lock when the key is
removed and the wheels cannot be
steered. Also check that the gearbox is
in neutral (on versions equipped with
automatic transmission, check that the
gear lever is in N position). For versions
with electronic key, move the ignition
device to MAR and then to STOP, without
opening the door.
169) The brake servo and the
electromechanical power steering will not
work while the vehicle is being towed. You
will therefore need to apply more force
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on the brake pedal and steering wheel.
Do not use flexible ropes when towing,
and avoid jerky movements. While towing,
make sure that the trailer hitch does not
damage any components it is touching.
When towing the car, you must comply
with all specific traffic regulations and
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