Volkswagen Passat 1995 Official Factory Repair Manual page 4228

General Information
wrench.
- After use, unscrew towing eyelet and store with vehicle
tool kit. Re-install cover.
Rear towing eyelet is located at right in bumper and is
covered by a flap.
- To open flap, pull flap downward and let it hang freely.
- To close flap, first insert at bottom and press upward until
it engages.
Note:
Tow-ropes or bars should be attached at above
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mentioned points only.
Tow-rope should be able to stretch to reduce risk of
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damage to both vehicles. It is advisable to use
synthetic fiber ropes or ropes of similar elastic
material only. However, it is safer to use a tow-bar!
Avoid excessive towing effort and do not jerk. During
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towing operations on unsurfaced roads there is
always a danger that attachment points will be
overstressed and damaged.
Battery from another vehicle should be used for
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starting if possible before trying to start an engine by
towing.
If vehicle has to be tow started or towed once
Note following:
Regulations concerning towing must be observed.
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Both drivers must be familiar with specifics of towing
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procedures. Inexperienced drivers should not attempt
to tow start or tow.
When using a tow rope driver of towing vehicle must
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engage clutch very gently when driving off and
changing gear.
Driver of vehicle being towed must make sure that tow
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rope is always tight.
Emergency lights must be switched on both vehicles -
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unless local regulations differ.
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