Towing
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Introduction
In this section you’ll find information about:
Towing on a commercial tow truck
Tips on towing
Driving tips while towing
The vehicle is not designed to be towed with a tow rope or a tow bar.
The vehicle can only be towed by a special tow truck. Obey all legal requirements.
For technical reasons:
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A vehicle with a dead battery must never be towed. Jump-start the vehicle instead.
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It is not possible to tow-start or push-start your vehicle. Jump-start the vehicle instead.
More information:
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Exterior views
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Engine control and emission control system
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle without any electrical power.
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Never remove the remote control vehicle key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is
moving. The electronic steering column lock could suddenly engage, and you would not be
able to steer or control the vehicle. You can lose control of the vehicle, crash, and seriously
injure yourself and others.
NOTICE
The vehicle may be damaged if it is towed with a tow rope or a tow bar.
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Never let the vehicle be towed with a tow rope or a tow bar.
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If the vehicle breaks down, it can only be towed by a special tow truck.
Towing on a commercial tow truck
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
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To help avoid damaging the vehicle, have it towed only by a professional towing company. Read and
heed the following information:
General information
Never let the vehicle be towed at speeds above 30 mph (50 km/h).
Never let the vehicle be towed for more than 30 miles (50 km).
Towing manual transmission vehicles
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Release the parking brake.
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Shift the transmission into Neutral
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