Towing
During towing, one vehicle is towed by another vehicle using a tow rope.
Find out the statutory maximum speed limit for towing before towing begins.
Warning
- Check that the steering lock is unlocked before towing.
- The remote control key must be in key position II - in position I all airbags are deactivated.
- Never remove the remote control key from the ignition switch when the car is being towed.
Warning
Manual gearbox
Prior to towing:
Automatic gearbox Geartronic
Prior to towing:
Important
- Do not tow the vehicle at speeds higher than 80 km/h or for distances in excess of 80 km.
- Note that the car must always be towed with the wheels rolling forward.
Automatic gearbox Powershift
The model with Powershift transmission should not be towed as it is dependent on the engine running in order to receive sufficient lubrication. If towing still has to take place, the route must be as short as possible and then with very low speed.
In the event of uncertainty as to whether or not the car is equipped with Powershift transmission, this can be verified by checking the designation on the gearbox label under the bonnet, see Type designations. The designation ”MPS6” means that it is Powershift transmission - otherwise it is Geartronic automatic transmission.
Important
Avoid towing.
- However, the car can be towed for a short distance at low speed to move it from a dangerous position - not further than 10 km and not faster than 10 km/h. Note that the car must always be towed with the wheels rolling forward.
- In the event of moving a longer distance than 10 km, the car must be transported with the drive wheels raised from the road - professional recovery is recommended.
Prior to towing:
Jump starting
Do not tow the car to bump start the engine. Use a donor battery if the starter battery is discharged and the engine does not start, see Jump starting with battery.