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MAINTENANCE
Fig. 7.9
The vehicle can roll unexpectedly at all times when the parking brake is released,
even on level ground. This can cause a severe accident or death.
WARNING
!
To activate the towing function, the switch in the battery compartment must
be engaged. This can only be done by using the additional key which came with
the car at its delivery. Please note, this key is not the same as the ignition key. It
is recommended that the key is removed from the keyhole whenever the towing
function is not activated. Doing this prevents unauthorized removal of the vehicle.
To be able to activate the towing function, the ignition switch on the steering column
must be turned to the ”N”-position. Furthermore it is necessary that the main power
switch in the battery compartment is turned to the “ON”-position. Select “TOW” to
activate the towing function.
Activating the towing function discharges the battery. Do not store vehicle with
towing switch turned to “TOW”, since this eventually will discharge the batteries and
permanently damage the batteries. Fully discharging the batteries shortens the life
of the battery. Activating the towing function disables the ignition information, mean-
ing that the vehicle will not drive.
Always make sure to take the best safety precautions when releasing parking brake.
Activating the towing switch disables most electrical appliances in the vehicle.
7.6 Tow switch