General

General

Preferred method of vehicle recovery is by flat bed transporter.

The towing eye is primarily for emergency use when towing for short distances, e.g. removing vehicle if it is causing an obstruction or winching vehicle onto a flatbed transporter. If moving this vehicle in such a situation, install the towing eye to the bracket in the lower grille aperture.

WARNING WHEN THE ENGINE IS NOT RUNNING, THE STEERING WILL NO LONGER BE POWER-ASSISTED AND THE BRAKE BOOSTER WILL BECOME INEFFECTIVE AFTER A FEW APPLICATIONS OF THE BRAKES. BE PREPARED FOR RELATIVELY HEAVY STEERING AND THE NEED FOR GREATLY INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE.

Take care to protect the paint work when installing the towing eye. Ensure the towing eye is tight.

Transporting

If vehicle is to be transported on a trailer or flat bed transporter the handbrake must be applied and the road wheels must be chocked.

Suspended Towing

Do not tow with ‘sling’ type equipment as this could result in damage to the bodywork.

Take care when using ‘spectacle frame’ type towing equipment that the towing device is well clear of front or rear apron. Body damage may occur if vehicle passes over uneven road surfaces.

Front Suspended Tow

1. Remove the ignition key from the ignition.
2. Raise the vehicle using a ‘spectacle frame’ type lifting device with a cradle positioned under each front wheel as indicated below.

Rear Suspended Tow

1. Set the steering in the ‘straight ahead’ position. Remove the ignition key from the ignition. Ensure the steering is locked in the straight ahead position.
2. Raise the vehicle using a ‘spectacle frame’ style lifting device where a cradle is positioned under each rear wheel as indicated below.

Adhere to Towing Regulations

In certain countries the registration number of towing vehicle and an ‘ON TOW’ sign or warning triangle must be displayed in a prominent position at the rear of vehicle being towed.

Towing by Another Vehicle

This vehicle may be towed short distances by another vehicle provided that a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) is not exceeded. Ensure the towed vehicle gear selection is in ‘Neutral’ with ignition key turned to position ‘II’ to release steering lock and to render horn, indicators and brake lights operational.