Safety information
NOTICE
The vehicle can be damaged when towing
the vehicle with a lifted rear axle. There is
a risk of damage to property. Have vehicle
towed only with lifted front axle or on a
loading platform.
Warning
The vehicle can become damaged when
lifting and securing it.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property.
– Lift the vehicle using suitable means.
– Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its
tow fitting, body parts, or suspension
parts.
Pushing the vehicle
To remove a broken-down vehicle from
the hazardous area, push it for a short
distance at a speed of no more than
6 mph/10 km/h.
For rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 117.
Tow truck
The vehicle should be transported with a
tow truck with a so-called spectacle lift or
on a loading platform.
Towing other vehicles
General information
Switch on the hazard warning system, de-
pending on local regulations.
If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win-
dow.
Safety information
Warning
If the approved gross vehicle weight of the
towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle
to be towed, the tow fitting can tear off or
it will not be possible to control handling.
There is a risk of accident. Make sure that
the gross vehicle weight of the towing
vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be
towed.
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 tow fitting.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
If it is impossible to avoid mounting the
tow bar at an inclination, note the following:
– Free movement is limited when corner-
ing.
– The tow bar will generate lateral forces
if it is secured with an inclination.
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