Breakdown recovery.

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Breakdown recovery

Towing: breakdown

Towing: breakdown

The speed specified by current legislation for towing must always be observed.
Before towing the vehicle or recovering it on a platform, depending on the case, ensure that the gear control is in the N position and/or that the parking brake is released.
Observe the following instructions:
  • with the card in the passenger compartment, press the engine start button while pressing the brake pedal;
  • set the gear control to the NGEAR CONTROL position;
  • press the engine start button to stop it;
  • press the engine start button for more than two seconds without pressing the brake pedal. The accessories functions are powered: you can use the vehicle lighting functions (hazard warning lights, brake lights, etc.). At night the vehicle must have its lights on. The "Permanent IGN activated" message is displayed on the instrument panel;
  • if the driver's seat belt is fastened, unfasten it;
  • open the driver's door;
  • release the parking brake while pressing the brake pedal ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE. The "Parking brake loose" message is displayed on the instrument panel;
  • close the driver's door and do not lock the vehicle ("Permanent IGN activated" mode must remain activated);
  • once the towing is complete, press the engine start button for more than two seconds without pressing the brake pedal (risk of battery discharging). The "Permanent IGN activated" message disappears from the instrument panel.

Choice of towing

It is strictly forbidden to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground.
WARNING
Do not leave the tools unsecured inside the vehicle as they may be projected during braking.

Access to the towing point

Use only the front towing point 2 (never use the driveshafts or any other part of the vehicle). This towing point may only be used for pulling. It must never be used for lifting the vehicle directly or indirectly.
Note: be sure to protect the towing point area, for example using a cloth, when using a flat-blade screwdriver or similar tool.
Screw in the towing eye 3 by hand as far as possible.
You must only use the towing eye 3.

Front towing point 2

Press the upper section of the flap 1 to tilt it.
WARNING
Ensure that the towing ring is bolted correctly.
Risk of losing the towed object.
WARNING
When the engine is stopped, steering and braking assistance are no longer provided.
WARNING
  • Use a rigid tow bar. If a rope or cable is used (where the law allows this), the vehicle being towed must be able to brake.
  • a vehicle must not be towed if it is not fit to be driven.
  • avoid accelerating or braking suddenly when towing, as this may result in damage being caused to the vehicle.
  • In any case, it is advisable not to exceed 16 mph (25 km/h).
Tip
In order not to damage your vehicle, it is strictly forbidden to use the towing point and other means to tow another vehicle.