- After use, unscrew towing eyelet and store with vehicle
tool kit. Re-install cover.
Rear towing eyelet is located at right in bumper and is
covered by a flap.
- To open flap, pull flap downward and let it hang freely.
- To close flap, first insert at bottom and press upward until
it engages.
n Tow-ropes or bars should be attached at above
mentioned points only.
n Tow-rope should be able to stretch to reduce risk of
damage to both vehicles. It is advisable to use
synthetic fiber ropes or ropes of similar elastic
material only. However, it is safer to use a tow-bar!
n Avoid excessive towing effort and do not jerk. During
towing operations on unsurfaced roads there is
always a danger that attachment points will be
overstressed and damaged.
n
Battery from another vehicle should be used for
starting if possible before trying to start an engine by
towing.
If vehicle has to be tow started or towed once
Note following:
n Regulations concerning towing must be observed.
n Both drivers must be familiar with specifics of towing
procedures. Inexperienced drivers should not attempt
to tow start or tow.
n When using a tow rope driver of towing vehicle must
engage clutch very gently when driving off and
changing gear.
n
Driver of vehicle being towed must make sure that tow
rope is always tight.
n Emergency lights must be switched on both vehicles -
unless local regulations differ.
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