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Towing the vehicle
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The towed vehicle should always
be the lighter of the two vehicles.
If this is not the case, it will not be
possible to control vehicle
Tow-starting
For instructions on jump-starting, refer
to page 138.
Never attempt to use your vehicle to
push another vehicle, since damage to
the energy-absorbing bumpers could
result.
Towing a vehicle
1. Put the gearshift lever in neutral
2. Towing speed:
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max. 45 mph (70 km/h)
3. Towing distance:
max. 95 miles (150 km)
4. Leave the ignition key in position 1 to
ensure that brake lamps, turn signal
indicators, horn and windshield
wipers remain operative, and to
prevent the steering lock from
engaging
5. Switch on the hazard warning
flashers (observe applicable legal
regulations).
Find some means of identifying the
vehicle in tow, for instance, place a sign
or warning triangle in the rear window.
Make sure that the ignition key
remains in position 1 even when
the electrical system has failed to
prevent the steering lock from
engaging.
The steering and brakes are without
power-assist when the engine is off.
This means that increased effort is
required for steering and
Towing with a commercial tow
truck
> Do not tow with sling-type equipment
> Use a wheel-lift or flatbed equipment
> Please comply with applicable towing
laws.
Never allow passengers to ride in
a towed vehicle for any
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