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Mobility
Screw thread
Push out the cover by pressing on the top edge.
Tow-starting
Automatic transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Due to the automatic transmission, the engine
cannot be started by tow-starting.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem‐
edied.
Manual transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start
the engine by jump-starting, refer to page 269.
If the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic con‐
verter, only tow-start while the engine is cold.
1.
Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.
2.
Ignition, refer to page 57, on.
3.
Engage third gear.
4.
Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
pressed and slowly release the clutch. After
the engine starts, immediately press on the
clutch again.
5.
Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard warn‐
ing system.
6.
Have the vehicle checked.
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Breakdown assistance
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