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Direction indicators Left: move the stalk downwards. Right: move the stalk upwards.
To signal a change of direction, move the stalk past the point of resistance. The signal will cancel automatically as the steering wheel returns.
36I-16SIGNALLING
Horn Press the end of the stalk. Headlamp flash Flick the stalk gently towards you.
It is possible to flash the headlamps when the engine is switched off. Hazard warning This operates all the direction indicators at the same time.
Use it only in case of danger,for an emergency stop or in exceptional dri-
ving circumstances.
It can also operate when the ignition is off.The direction indicators will not operate if the vehicle is driven with the hazard warning lights on.
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Refitting
1 - Fit the wheel onto the hub, making sure that it is correctly positioned.
2 - Screw in one of the wheel bolts without fully tightening it. Clip the wheel embellisher onto the bolt, then tightenthe three other bolts.
3 - Lower the jack and remove it.4 - Fully tighten the wheel bolts using the wheelbrace.5 - Refit the repaired wheel as soon as possible6 - Reset the tyre pressure of the repaired wheel (see ÒTYRESÓ) and have the balance checked. Replacing the spare wheel in the carrier Place the chock back in the wheel.
Slide the spare wheel back into its carrier.Lift the carrier and position the hook so that it is aligned with the tightening nut.Retighten the nut from inside the vehicle.Store the wheelbrace, and then the jack. Note The wheel bolts are specific to each wheel type. When a wheel is changed, check with an approved dealer that the
bolts are suitable for the new wheel (See ÒUSING THE SPARE WHEELÓ).
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Towbar The installation of a towbar should be carried out by an approved dealer who will know the towing capacity of your
vehicle and have the necessary information on the fitting of such a safety related item. The dealer will also be aware
of any modifications to the vehicleÕs cooling system needed to cater for any arduous towing conditions.
Towing (boat, caravan, etc.)
¥ Before setting off :- check the tyre pressures of both the vehicle and the towed load and check the signalling lamps on the towed load.
- practise manoeuvring, especially reversing.
- regularly grease the towball hitch, remove it when not required.
¥ Spread the load inside the caravan and keep within the weight limits.
¥ Always drive at a moderate speed, Change down to a lower gear in good time before going uphill and downhill. Be aware of the effect of side winds.
¥ Towing increases fuel consumption.
¥ Braking distances are increased. Use the brakes gently and progressively. Avoid harsh braking.
¥ When parking on a slope: as well as following the instructions for operation of the handbrake, make sure that the towbar is properly locked and use wheel chocks if necessary.
106VI-7SAFETY ADVICE
Keep within the towing limits of your vehicle.
In the case of a towing vehicle exceeding its maximum rear axle weight or Gross Vehicle Weight, its speed limit is 60 mph (100 Km/h).
Towing weights: see ÒGENERALÓ.
