Vehicle Recovery; General; Transporting; Suspended Towing - Aston Martin V8 Vantage Workshop Manual

Vehicle Recovery

Vehicle Recovery

General

Preferred method of vehicle recovery is by flat bed
transporter.
The towing eye is primarily for emergency use when towing
for short distances, e.g. removing vehicle if it is causing an
obstruction or winching vehicle onto a flatbed transporter.
If moving this vehicle in such a situation, install the towing
eye to the bracket in the lower grille aperture.
Take care to protect the paint work when installing the
towing eye. Ensure the towing eye is tight.

Transporting

If vehicle is to be transported on a trailer or flat bed
transporter the handbrake must be applied and the road
wheels must be chocked.

Suspended Towing

Do not tow with 'sling' type equipment as this
could result in damage to the bodywork.
Take care when using 'spectacle frame' type towing
equipment that the towing device is well clear of front or
rear apron. Body damage may occur if vehicle passes over
uneven road surfaces.
Rear Suspended Tow
1. Set the steering in the 'straight ahead' position.
Remove the ignition key from the ignition. Ensure the
steering is locked in the straight ahead position.
2. Raise the vehicle using a 'spectacle frame' style lifting
device where a cradle is positioned under each rear
wheel as indicated below.
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Caution
Caution

Adhere to Towing Regulations

In certain countries the registration number of towing
vehicle and an 'ON TOW' sign or warning triangle must be
displayed in a prominent position at the rear of vehicle being
towed.
When the engine is not running, the steering will no
longer be power-assisted and the brake booster will
become ineffective after a few applications of the
brakes. Be prepared for relatively heavy steering and
the need for greatly increased brake pedal pressure.

Towing by Another Vehicle

This vehicle may be towed short distances by another
vehicle provided that a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) is not
exceeded. Ensure the towed vehicle gear selection is in
'Neutral' (manual) or position 'N' (automatic) with ignition
key turned to position 'II' to release steering lock and to
render horn, indicators and brake lights operational.
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October 2005