Towing using a towline
Before towing another vehicle, check applicable speed limit regulations.
Preparations and towing
Important
Note that the vehicle must always be towed with the wheels rolling forward.
- Do not tow a vehicle with automatic transmission at a speed greater than 80 km/h (50 mph) or for a distance greater than 80 km (50 miles).
Warning
- Ignition mode II must be active – all airbags are deactivated in ignition mode I.
- Always have the remote key in the vehicle when it is towed.
Warning
Put the vehicle in ignition mode II – without pressing the brake pedal, turn the start knob clockwise and hold it there for about 4 seconds. Release the knob, which will automatically return to its original position.
Move the gear selector to neutral (N) and release the parking brake.
If the battery charge level is too low, it may not be possible to release the parking brake. Connect an auxiliary battery to the vehicle if the battery is discharged.
Jump starting
Do not tow the vehicle to start the engine. Use an auxiliary battery if the start battery's charge level is so low that the engine cannot be started.