3295-1. MOBILITY
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MOBILITY
Observe the following notes
when using the tow rope:
Use nylon ropes or straps,
which will enable the vehicle
to be towed without jerking.
Make sure the tow rope is not
twisted when fastening.
Check the fastening of the
tow fitting and tow rope in reg-
ular intervals.
Do not exceed a towing
speed of 30 mph/50 km/h.
Do not exceed a towing dis-
tance of 3 miles/5 km.
When starting to tow the vehi-
cle, make sure that the tow
rope is taut.
The screw-in tow fitting should
always be carried in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed
in at the front or rear of the vehi-
cle. The tow fitting is found in the
onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to
page 311.
Observe the following notes
when using the tow fitting:
Use only the tow fitting pro-
vided with the vehicle.
Turn the tow fitting at least 5
turns clockwise and screw it
in as far as it will go. If neces-
sary, tighten with a suitable
object.
After use, unscrew the tow fit-
ting counter clockwise.
Use the tow fitting for towing
on paved roads only.
Avoid lateral loading of the
tow fitting, for instance do not
lift the vehicle by the tow fit-
ting.
Check the attachment of the
tow fitting in regular intervals.
Tow rope
Tow fitting
General information
Safety information
NOTICE
If the tow fitting is not used as
intended, there may be damage
to the vehicle or to the tow fitting.
There is a risk of damage to prop-
erty. Follow the notes on using the
tow fitting.
