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In the event of a breakdown
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Referring to the relevant section, reinitialise
certain equipment:
– Electronic key.
– Sunroof and electric blind.
– Electric windows.
– Date and time.
– Preset radio stations.
After reconnecting the battery, the
message "Collision risk detection system
fault" is displayed on the instrument panel
when the ignition is switched on. This
operation is perfectly normal. The message
will disappear while driving.
Towing the vehicle
General recommendations
Observe the legislation in force in the
country where you are driving.
Ensure that the weight of the towing vehicle is
higher than that of the towed vehicle.
The driver must remain at the wheel of the
towed vehicle and must have a valid driving
licence.
When towing a vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground, always use an approved towing
arm; rope and straps are prohibited.
The towing vehicle must move off gently.
When the vehicle is towed with its engine
off, there is no longer braking and steering
assistance.
A professional towing service must be
called if:
– Broken down on a motorway or main road.
– Not possible to put the gearbox into neutral,
unlock the steering, or release the parking
brake.
– Not possible to tow a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox, with the engine running.
– Towing with only two wheels on the ground.
– Four-wheel drive vehicle.
– No approved towbar available.
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
Before any intervention, with the ignition
on, depress the brake pedal and select mode
N, then switch off the hybrid system (READY
indicator lamp off).
Always call on professionals for recovery of the
vehicle on a flatbed lorry or trailer.
Use the towing eye onlyto free the vehicle
if it is stuck, or to secure it for recovery on a
flatbed lorry or trailer.
Towing constraints
Type of vehicle
(engine/gearbox)
Front wheels on the
ground
Rear wheels on the ground Flatbed 4 wheels on the ground
with towbar
Internal combustion/Automatic
Hybrid 2WD
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