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⇒ Tow-starting
⇒ Towing
⇒ Fitting the rear towing eye
⇒ Fitting the front towing eye
Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow rope. Both drivers should be familiar
with the technique required for towing. Inexperienced drivers should not attempt to tow.
Ensure that no excessive pulling forces occur and take care to avoid jerking movements. When
towing offroad, there is always a risk of overloading the anchorage points.
Observe any legal requirements when towing or tow-starting.
Tow-starting
Tow-starting describes the procedure for starting the vehicle by moving it using another towing
vehicle.
The vehicle can be tow-started with a tow-bar or a tow-rope.
Towing
Towing is where a vehicle that cannot be driven is pulled with the aid of another vehicle.
The vehicle can be towed with a tow-bar or a tow-rope. When the engine is stopped, the gearbox is
not lubricated sufficiently at higher speeds and over long distances:
km/h (30 mph).
km.
Tow rope, tow bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow bar. Use a tow rope only if you do not have a tow
bar.
The tow rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the strain on both vehicles. It is advisable to use a
tow rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic material.
Towing with a tow truck
If your vehicle is to be raised on one axle for towing, this may only be done using the following axles
according to the gearbox/drive combination:
Front-wheel drive
Manual gearboxFront or rear axleAutomatic gearboxFront axle
WARNING
If a vehicle is being towed, the vehicle handling and braking efficiency will change significantly.
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Depress and hold the brake pedal until you have switched off the ignition.
Switch on the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake.
Move the gear lever to neutral position Manual gearbox: selecting a gear or move the selector lever
to position P DSG® dual clutch gearbox.
Switch off the ignition and remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock Starting and stopping the
engine.
Allow the engine to cool sufficiently.
Children and other people should be kept well away from the engine compartment.
Ensure that the vehicle cannot roll away unexpectedly.
WARNING
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to severe injuries.
Opening and closing the bonnet
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-volt vehicle batteries should be charged only in well-ventilated spaces.
-volt vehicle battery. Discharged 12-volt vehicle batteries can
already freeze at temperatures of around 0°C (+32°F).
-volt vehicle battery must be replaced if it has ever been frozen.
the negative cable.
NOTICE
-volt vehicle batteries if the ignition is switched on or the engine is
running. Never use a 12-volt vehicle battery that does not correspond with the vehicle's
specifications. This can damage the electrical system or electronic components and electrical
malfunctions can occur.
to the 12-volt socket or to the cigarette lighter in order to charge the 12-volt vehicle battery. The
electrical system of the vehicle could otherwise be damaged.
12-volt vehicle batteries may contain toxic substances such as sulphuric acid and lead. Dispose of the
12-volt vehicle battery in accordance with the regulations.
Electrolyte can pollute the environment. Collect any service fluids that escape or are spilt and
dispose of them properly.
Troubleshooting
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
Vehicle battery (12-volt)
The indicator lamp lights up red.
Fault in the alternator. The 12-volt vehicle battery will not be charged by the alternator while the
vehicle is in motion.
Switch off any electrical consumers that are not required. Inform a qualified workshop. Have the
electrical system checked.
The start/stop system cannot start the engine ⇒ Start/stop system .
and vehicle battery (12-volt)
The central warning lamp lights up red and the text message 12 V battery not charging. Stop vehicle.
is displayed.
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Fault in the alternator. The 12-volt vehicle battery will not be charged by the alternator while the
vehicle is in motion.
Switch off any electrical consumers that are not required. Inform a qualified workshop. Have the
electrical system checked.
The start/stop system cannot start the engine ⇒ Start/stop system .
and vehicle battery (12-volt)
The central warning lamp lights up yellow and the text message 12 V battery low. Charge by driving.
is displayed.
The charge level of the vehicle battery is insufficient.
Recharge the 12-volt vehicle battery by driving the vehicle for an extended time.
The start/stop system cannot start the engine ⇒ Start/stop system .
and vehicle battery (12-volt)
The central warning lamp lights up red and the text message Replace 12 V battery. Workshop. is
displayed.
The vehicle battery condition is not ok.
Seek expert assistance and have the battery checked and replaced if necessary.
The start/stop system cannot start the engine ⇒ Start/stop system .
Wheels and tyres
Tyre monitoring system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
⇒ Troubleshooting for Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator
The tyre monitoring system warns the driver when the tyre pressures are too low.
The tyre monitoring system monitors various parameters (for example, rolling circumference) of all
wheels using ABS sensors (indirect measurement).
WARNING
The intelligent tyre monitoring system technology cannot overcome the laws of physics, and
functions only within the limits of the system. Incorrect handling of the wheels and tyres can lead to
a sudden loss of pressure in the tyres, tread separation and even tyre blow-out.