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Advice
Note
The vehicles must not touch each other, oth-
erwise electricity could flow as soon as the
positive terminals are connected.
Towing or tow starting
Tow-starting*
We recommend that you do not tow-start your
vehic
le. Jump-starting is preferable
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page 188.
How
ever, if your vehicle has to be tow-
started:
–
Engage 2
nd
or 3
rd
gear.
–
Keep the clutch pressed down.
–
Switch the ignition on.
–
Once both vehicles are moving, release the
clutch.
–
As soon as the engine starts, press the
clutch and move the gear lever into neutral.
This helps to prevent driving into the tow-
ing vehicle.
WARNING
The risk of accidents is high when tow-start-
ing. The vehicle being towed can easily col-
lide with the towing vehicle.
CAUTION
When tow-starting, fuel could enter the cata-
lytic converter and damage it.
Comments
Please observe the following points if you
use a tow rope:
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
–
Drive slowly at first until the tow rope is
taut. Then accelerate gradually.
–
Begin and change gears cautiously. If you
are driving an automatic vehicle, accelerate
gently.
–
Remember that the brake servo and power
steering are not working in the vehicle you
are towing. Brake sooner than normal and
pressing the pedal gently.
Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
–
Ensure that the tow rope remains taut at all
times when towing.
Tow rope or tow bar
It is easier and safer for the vehicle to be tow-
ed using a tow bar. You should only use a
tow-rope if you do not have a tow-bar.
A tow rope should be slightly elastic to re-
duce the loading on both vehicles. It is advis-
able to use a tow rope made of synthetic fi-
bre or similarly elastic material.
Attach the tow rope or the tow bar only to the
towline anchorages provided or a towing
bracket.
Driving style
Towing requires some experience, especially
when using a tow rope. Both drivers should
be familiar with the technique required for
towing. Inexperienced drivers should not at-
tempt to tow.
Do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle
and take care to avoid jerking the tow rope.
When towing on an unpaved road, there is al-
ways a risk of overloading and damaging the
anchorage points.
The ignition of the vehicle being towed must
be switched on to prevent the steering wheel
from locking and also to allow the use of the
turn signals, horn, windscreen wipers and
washers.
The brake servo only works when the engine
is running. When not running, you must ap-
ply considerably more pressure to the brake
pedal.
As the power assisted steering does not work
if the engine is not running, you will need
more strength to steer than you normally
would.
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