Volvo S70 Owner's Manual page 126

1999 S70 & V70
Precautionary steps to observe when the car is in tow
Steering must be unlocked.
Automatice transmission only:
Please check with state and local authorities before attempting this type of towing, as vehicles being
towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length and type of towing device,
lighting, etc.
Remember that power brake and power steering assists will not be available when engine is
inoperative. Brake pedal pressure required is 3 - 4 times above normal and greater steering effort must
be exerted.
Automatic transmissions only:
Gear selector in position N. Check transmission oil level (see section titled "Transmission oil".
Maximum speed: 20 mph (30 km/h).
Maximum distance with front wheels on ground: 20 miles (30 km).
If the battery is dead, it is not possible to release the gear selector by pressing the brake pedal. Release
the gear selector manually, by pressing the OVERRIDE button near the base of the gear selector.
WARNING!
- Remember that the power brakes and power steering will not function when engine is not running.
The braking system will function but the brake pedal pressure required is 3 - 4 times above normal and
greater steeriing effort must be exerted.
- The towing eyelets must not be used for pulling another vehicle out of a ditch or any similar purpose
involving severe strain.
- Do not use the towing eyelets to pull the car up onto a flat bed tow truck.
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