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Towing a fully loaded vehicle or a vehicle with trailer attached can
result in unstable vehicle behaviour during critical driving situa-
tions. This applies to both the towing and/or towed vehicle. This
can lead to very dangerous situations. High forces and tensions in
the chassis and driveline of the vehicles can also lead to damage
to the vehicles.
Towing another vehicle
It is not allowed to tow another vehicle with an XD or XF Electric.
Towing by another vehicle
It is possible to tow the Electric Vehicle.
– Always disconnect the prop shaft before towing the vehicle when the rear
axle (driven wheels) is still in contact with the road surface.
– Always use a towing bar when towing. Deviation from this rule is only
allowed in emergencies.
– For long-distance towing: tow the vehicle using a recovery vehicle and take
the necessary measures as stated below.
– When towing, error messages may be shown on the Digital Display when the
ignition is switched on.
NOTE:
The maximum permissible vehicle speed, weight and distance vary by
country.
WARNING!
– Towing may not take place at an angle of more than 20°
relative to the vehicle centre line.
The towed vehicle may be located asymmetrically (left or right)
behind the tractor. Towing at an angle of more than 20° relative
to the vehicle centre line can result in unstable vehicle behaviour.
This can lead to very dangerous situations. High forces and ten-
sions in the chassis and driveline of the vehicles can also lead to
damage to the vehicles.
WARNING!
When the High-Voltage system is not in operating mode and no
additional measures are taken, there is no power steering and
eventually insufficient air pressure for the brake system. This
results in difficult steering and ultimately leads to automatic
engagement of the park brake. This can lead to very dangerous
situations.
– Release the park brake and adapt the driving style of the
towing combination.
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