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WARNING
•
Please note the safety warnings referring to working in the engine
compartment ⇒page 204, “Working in the engine compartment”.
•
The battery providing assistance must have the same voltage as the flat
battery (12V) and approximately the same capacity (see imprint on
battery). Failure to comply could result in an explosion.
•
Never use jump leads when one of the batteries is frozen. Danger of
explosion! Even after the battery has thawed, battery acid could leak and
cause chemical burns. If a battery freezes, it should be replaced.
•
Keep sparks, flames and lighted cigarettes away from batteries, danger
of explosion. Failure to comply could result in an explosion.
•
Observe the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the jump
leads.
•
Do not connect the negative cable from the other vehicle directly to the
negative terminal of the flat battery. The gas emitted from the battery could
be ignited by sparks. Danger of explosion.
•
Do not attach the negative cable from the other vehicle to parts of the
fuel system or to the brake line.
•
The non-insulated parts of the battery clamps must not be allowed to
touch. The jump lead attached to the positive battery terminal must not
touch metal parts of the vehicle, this can cause a short circuit.
•
Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact
with any moving parts in the engine compartment.
•
Do not bend over the batteries. This could result in chemical burns.Note
The vehicles must not touch each other, otherwise electricity could flow as
soon as the positive terminals are connected.
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258To w i n g a n d t o w - s t a r t i n gTo w - s t a r t i n g
The use of jump leads is preferable to tow-starting.We recommend that you do not t o w - s t a r t yo u r v e h i c l e . J u m p - s ta r t i n g
is preferable ⇒page 255.
However, if your vehicle has to be tow-started:
– Engage the 2
nd or the 3
rd gear.
– Keep the clutch pressed down.
– Switch on the ignition.
– Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.
– As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and move the gear lever into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the towing
vehicle.
WARNING
The risk of accidents is high when tow-starting. The vehicle being towed
can easily collide with the towing vehicle.
Caution
When tow-starting, fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it.
CommentsPlease observe the following points if you use a tow-rope:
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
– Drive slowly at first until the tow-rope is taut. Then accelerate gradually.
– Begin and change gears cautiously. If you are driving an auto- matic vehicle, accelerate gently.
– Remember that the brake servo and power steering are not working in the vehicle you are towing. Brake earlier than you
would normally, but with a more gentle pressure on the brake.
Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
– Ensure that the tow-rope remains taut at all times when towing.Tow-rope or tow-bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow-bar. You should only use a
tow-rope if you do not have a tow-bar.
A tow-rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the loading on both vehicles.
It is advisable to use a tow-rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic
material.
Attach the tow-rope or the tow-bar only to the towing eyes provided or a
towing bracket.
Driving style
Towing requires some experience, espec ially when using a tow-rope. Both
drivers should be familiar with the te chnique required for towing. Inexperi-
enced drivers should not attempt to tow-start or tow away another vehicle.
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Do not pull too hard with the towing vehi
cle and take care to avoid jerking the
tow-rope. When towing on an unpaved road, there is always a risk of over-
loading and damaging the anchorage points.
The ignition of the vehicle being towed must be switched on to prevent the
steering wheel from locking and also to allow the use of the turn signals,
horn, windscreen wipers and washers.
As the brake servo does not work if th e engine is not running, you must apply
considerably more pressure to the brake pedal than you normally would.
As the power assisted steering does not wo rk if the engine is not running, you
will need more strength to steer than you normally would.
Towing vehicles with an automatic gearbox
•
Put the selector lever into position “N”.
•
Do not drive faster than 50 km/h when towing a vehicle.
•
Do not tow further than 50 km.
•
If a breakdown vehicle is used, the vehicle must be towed with the front
wheels raised.Note
•
Observe legal requirements when towing or tow-starting.
•
Switch on the hazard warning lights of both vehicles. However, observe
any regulations to the contrary.
•
For technical reasons, vehicles with an automatic gearbox must not be
tow-started.
•
If damage to your vehicle means that there is no lubricant in the gearbox,
you must raise the drive wheels while the vehicle is being towed.
•
If the vehicle has to be towed more than 50 km, the front wheels must be
raised during towing, and towing should be carried out by a qualified person.
•
The steering wheel is locked when the vehicle has no electrical power. The
vehicle must then be towed with the front wheels raised. Towing should be
carried out by a qualified person.
•
The towing eye should always be kept in the vehicle. Please refer to the
notes on ⇒page 258.
Trailer eyes
Fig. 181 The front right
section of the vehicle:
Fitting the front towing
eyeFig. 182 Fitting the
towing eye to the rear of
the vehicle
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Petrol engine 1.4 63 kW (86 bhp)General engine data
Performance figures
Weights
Trailer weightsPower output in kW (bhp)
rpm 63 (86)/ 5000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 132/ 3800
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1390
Compression ratio 10,5 ± 0,3
Fuel Premium unleaded 95 RON or regular unleaded 91 RON
a)
a)Slight power lossMaximum speedin km/h 172
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 9,1
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 13,7
Gross vehicle weight in kg 1746
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1251
Gross axle weight, front in kg 890
Gross axle weight, rear in kg 895
Permitted roof load in kg 75
With no brakes, gradients up to 12% 620
With brakes, gradients up to 12% 1000
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Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 1.6l 75 kW (102 bhp)General engine data
Performance figures
With no brakes, gradients up to 12%
710
With brakes, gradients up to 12% 1400
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 3.3 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 75 (102)/ 5600
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 148/ 3800
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1595
Compression ratio 10,5 ± 0,5
Fuel Premium unleaded 95 RON or regular unleaded 91 RON
a)
a)With a slight power lossMaximum speedin km/h 184
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 7,8
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 11,7
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270Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 1.8 118 kW (160 bhp)General engine data Gross vehicle weight
in kg 1783
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1280
Gross axle weight, front in kg 936
Gross axle weight, rear in kg 890
Permitted roof load in kg 75
With no brakes, gradients up to 12% 640
With brakes, gradients up to 12% 1200
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4.1 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 118 (160)/ 5000-6200
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 250/ 1500-4200
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1798
Compression ratio 9,8 -0,5
Fuel Premium unleaded 95 RON or regular unleaded 91 RON
a)
a)With a slight power loss
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Technical data
272Petrol engine 2.0l 11 0 kW (150 bhp). ManualGeneral engine data
Performance figures
Weights
Trailer weightsPower output in kW (bhp)
rpm 110 (150)/ 6000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 200/ 3500
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1984
Compression ratio 11,5-0,5
Fuel Super Plus 98 RON or Premium 95 RON
a)
a)With a slight power lossMaximum speedin km/h 210
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 6,0
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 8,8
Gross vehicle weight in kg 1830
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1335
Gross axle weight, front in kg 989
Gross axle weight, rear in kg 883
Permitted roof load in kg 75
With no brakes, gradients up to 12% 660
With brakes, gradients up to 12% 1400
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274Trailer weights
Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 2.0 litre 147 kW (200 bhp). ManualGeneral engine data
Performance figures With no brakes, gradients up to 12%
680
With brakes, gradients up to 12% 1400
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4.6 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 147 (200)/ 5100-6000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 280/ 1800-5000
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1984
Compression ratio 10,3 ± 0,5
Fuel Premium 98 RON or Premium 95 RON
a)
a)With a slight power lossMaximum speedin km/h 229
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 5,2
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 7,3
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