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NOTICE
If the vehicle is pushed by hand, the tail light
units, the side spoilers of the rear window
and large sheet metal surfaces may be dam-
aged. In addition, the rear spoiler could be
detached.
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If the vehicle is pushed by hand, the tail
light units, the side spoilers of the rear win-
dow, large sheet metal surfaces or the rear
spoiler.
NOTICE
Removing and attaching the cover and the
towing eye may cause damage to the vehicle,
for example, on the paintwork.
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To avoid damaging the vehicle, remove and
replace the cover and the towing eye care-
fully.
NOTICE
Using a towing eye that is not suitable for the
vehicle can damage it.
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When towing, always use the vehicle's tow-
ing eye, which forms part of the on-board
tools, or an appropriate eye for towing.
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Miscellaneous situations
Instructions for tow-starting and
towing
During towing, the change of direction can be
signalled on the towed vehicle even when the
hazard warning lights are on. To do so, at the
same time, the turn signal lever must be op-
erated with ignition switched on. During this
time the hazard warning lights remain discon-
nected. When the turn signal lever is returned
to the rest position, the hazard warning lights
will be automatically reactivated.
Cases where tow starting and towing the ve-
hicle are not permitted
Do not allow the vehicle to be towed in the
following situations:
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The vehicle's gearbox is damaged or has no
lubricant.
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The 12-volt battery is discharged. In vehicles
with the "Keyless Access" locking and ignition
system the steering remains locked and the
parking brake cannot be deactivated and the
steering column lock cannot be released if
they are connected.
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If a distance above 50 km needs to be travel-
led.
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There is no guarantee that the wheels will
turn smoothly or that the steering will work af-
ter an accident.
If the vehicle cannot be towed on its wheels for
any of the reasons mentioned above, request
assistance from specialised personnel and, if
necessary, have the vehicle transported with-
out the wheels touching the ground.
Tow start
Steps to be taken prior to tow starting
Vehicles with an automatic gearbox: Due to
technical reasons, tow starting the vehicle is
not allowed. Attempt to start the engine using
›››
the starting aid
page 305.
Vehicles with a manual gearbox: In general, it
is not recommended to tow start the vehicle.
If the engine does not start, try the starting aid
›››
first
page 305. Please note that, in the case
of petrol engines, the maximum permitted dis-
tance for tow starting is 50 m.
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Secure the tow cable or tow bar using only
the attachment points provided for this pur-
pose.
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Switch on the ignition and the hazard warn-
ing lights.
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Engage 2nd or 3rd gear while the vehicle is
stopped.
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Press the clutch and hold it down.
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When both vehicles are in motion, release
the clutch pedal.
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As soon as the engine starts, depress the
clutch and disengage the gear to avoid collid-
ing with the towing vehicle.
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