Vehicle Recovery - Aston Martin VANTAGE Manual

Vehicle Recovery

Caution: When the vehicle is moved by transporter make
sure that the vehicle is not strapped down by the suspension
control arms.
Caution: Power braking and power steering are not
available with the engine OFF. Substantially higher brake
pedal pressures and steering effort are required.
Caution: If there is a transmission fault, this vehicle must
be transported.
If the park brake was applied and the vehicle has lost power, the
park brake will not release. Call Aston Martin Assistance or your
local Aston Martin Dealer.
Your vehicle should always be recovered on a vehicle
transporter and should only be towed for short distances, for
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example, if it is causing an obstruction or if it requires winching
onto a transporter.
The recommended method for a recovering vehicle is to have it
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transported in a purpose built, covered, vehicle transporter.
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Maintenance and Technical Data
If moving the vehicle in such a situation:
1. Remove the towing eye from its storage location in the
vehicle tool kit (located in the trunk storage area). Insert the
towing eye carefully through the grill and install to the
exposed female threads (A) until fully engaged against the
vehicle body.
The towing eye has a left hand thread.
Protect vehicle paint work when installing the towing eye.
2. When being towed use the footbrake very gently when
required, to prevent excessive slack in the tow rope.