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TOW-STARTING AND TOWING

For towing, use either a tow bar or a nylon

rope or nylon belts that prevent sudden

jerking movements.

Tow fitting

The screw-in tow fitting is stored in the

onboard tool kit; be sure that it remains in

the vehicle at all times. This fitting is

designed for installation in the tow sockets

located at the front and rear of the vehicle.

It is intended for towing on paved road

surfaces only.

Access to tow sockets

Use a suitable object (e.g. credit card,

screwdriver) to press out the covers from

the recess.

Screw the tow fitting in until it

bottoms firmly. If this is not done, the

threads could be damaged.

Never attach tie-down hooks, chains,

straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, control

arms, or any other part of the vehicle

suspension, as severe damage to these

components will occur, leading to possible

accidents.<

Tow bars

If the tow fittings of the two vehicles are

not directly opposite one another, please

note:

> Clearance and maneuvering capability

will be strictly limited in corners

> The inclination of the tow bar generates

lateral force (critical above all if the road

surface is slippery).

Do not tow a vehicle that is heavier

than the towing vehicle, otherwise it

will no longer be possible to control vehicle

response.<

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