Renault Clio - Page 383

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towing
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ENG_UD64520_3
Remorquage : dépannage (BJA - Renault)
Towing
TOWING: breakdown recovery (1/2)
Before carrying out any towing, posi-
tion the gearbox in neutral position (po-
sition N on vehicles equipped with an
automatic gearbox), unlock the steering
column then release the parking brake.
Steering column unlocking
Insert the key into the ignition, set to ON
2 position or, depending on the vehicle,
with the card in the passenger compart-
ment, press the engine start button for
approximately two seconds.
Reposition the lever to neutral (position
N for vehicles fitted with an automatic
gearbox).
The steering column unlocks and the
accessory functions are powered: you
can use the vehicle’s lights (direction
indicators, brake lights etc.). At night
the vehicle must have its lights on.
Depending on the vehicle, once you
have finished towing, press the engine
start button twice (risk of running down
the battery).
The speed specified by current legis-
lation for towing must always be ob-
served. If you are driving the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the permissible
towing weight for your vehicle. ➥ 6.9.
Towing a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox
Transport the vehicle on a trailer or tow
it with the front wheels off the ground.
In exceptional circumstances, you
may tow it with all four wheels on the
ground, only in a forward gear, with the
gear lever in neutral position N over a
maximum distance of 50 miles (80 km)
and at a maximum speed of 16 mph
(25 km/h).
When setting off, if the lever is locked in
position P even though you are press-
ing the brake pedal, the lever can be re-
leased manually in order to unlock the
drive wheels.
To do this, unclip the base of the gaiter
and press the 2 push button while si-
multaneously pressing the 1 button on
the lever to unlock the lever and shift to
position N.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon
as possible.
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Leave the card in the vehi-
cle during towing.
Risk of the steering
column locking.
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Ensure that the towing eye
is bolted correctly.
Risk of losing the towed
object.