Tow truck
The vehicle should be transported with a
tow truck with a so-called spectacle lift or
on a loading platform.
When using a tow dolly, make sure that
none of the wheels touch the ground. This
method should be used for distances of
124 miles/200 km. Follow the instructions,
as well as specified loads and speeds, given
by the tow dolly manufacturer.
Towing other vehicles
Principle
Switch on the hazard warning system, de-
pending on local regulations.
If the electrical system fails, mark the vehi-
cle being towed clearly by placing a sign or
warning triangle in the rear window.
Safety information
Warning
If the approved gross vehicle weight of the
towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle
to be towed, the towing eye can tear off
or it will not be possible to control vehi-
cle handling. There is a risk of accident,
injury, or property damage. Make sure that
the gross vehicle weight of the towing
vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be
towed.
Warning
Different levels of braking may occur
when towing with adaptive recuperation.
There is a risk of accident, injury, or prop-
erty damage. Deactivate adaptive recuper-
ation before towing.
NOTICE
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached in-
correctly, damage to other vehicle parts
can occur. There is a risk of damage to
property. Correctly attach the tow bar or
tow rope to the towing eye.
Tow bar
The towing eyes used should be on the
same side on both vehicles.
If it is not possible to avoid mounting the
tow bar at an incline, note the following:
– Free movement will be restricted when
cornering.
– The inclination of the tow bar will gen-
erate lateral forces.
Tow rope
Observe the following notes when using the
tow rope:
– Use nylon ropes or straps, which will
enable the vehicle to be towed without
jerking.
– Make sure the tow rope is not twisted
when fastening.
– Check the attachment of the towing eye
and tow rope in regular intervals.
– Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
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