Towing Procedure; Automatic Gearbox - Renault 2009 CLIO Handbook

TOWING: breakdown
When the engine is stopped,
steering and braking assist-
ance are not operational.
– Use a rigid towing bar. If a
rope or cable is used (where
the law allows this), the ve-
hicle being towed must be
able to brake.
– A vehicle must not be towed if it is
not fit to be driven.
– Avoid accelerating or braking sud-
denly when towing, as this may
result in damage being caused to
the vehicle.
– When towing a vehicle, it is ad-
visable not to exceed 15 mph
(25 km/h).
– Do not push the vehicle if the
steering column is locked.
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Towing procedure

Before any towing, check that the steer-
ing column is not locked.
If it is locked, insert the RENAULT card
into the reader and press the Start/Stop
button for five seconds without press-
ing on the pedals. The steering column
unlocks and the vehicle accessories
functions are supplied.
Leave the card in the reader while
towing.
Press the Start/Stop button twice in
succession once towing is finished (risk
of running down the battery).
Do not leave the tools unse-
cured inside the vehicle as
they may come loose under
braking.
Towing a vehicle with an

automatic gearbox

With the engine switched off: the
transmission is no longer lubricated. It
is preferable to tow this type of vehi-
cle on a trailer or tow it with the front
wheels off the ground.
Under exceptional circumstances,
you may tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, only going
forward, with the gear lever in the
Neutral position, and for a distance
not exceeding 30 miles (50 km).
If the lever is stuck in P,
even though you are de-
pressing the brake pedal,
the lever can be released
manually.
To do this, unclip the upper sec-
tion of the cover at the base of the
lever.
Press simultaneously on the mark
on the gaiter and the unlocking
button on the lever.