Fiat 500L 2012, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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WARNING
Whilst towing, remember that the
assistance of the brake servo and the
electric power steering is not available,
therefore greater force needs to be exerted on
the brake pedal and more effort is required
on the steering wheel. Do not use flexible cables
when towing and avoid jerky movements. Make
sure not to damage parts in contact with the
car while towing.When towing the vehicle, you
must comply with all specific traffic regulations
and adopt an appropriate driving behaviour.
Do not start the engine while towing the car.
WARNING
The front and rear tow hooks should be
used only for emergencies on the road.
You are allowed to tow the vehicle for short
distances using an appropriate device in
accordance with the highway code (a rigid bar),
to move the vehicle on the road in readiness
for towing or transport via a breakdown vehicle.
Tow hooks MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles
off the road or where there are obstacles and/or
for towing operations using cables or other
non-rigid devices. In compliance with the above
conditions, towing must take place with the
two vehicles (one towing, the other towed)
aligned as much as possible along the same
centre line.
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