Transporter or trailer lashing

Transporter or trailer lashing

Use the front towing eyes, and specific lashing points for rear of car. DO NOT secure lashing hooks or trailer fixings to other parts of the car.

CAUTION: Some of the information include in the recovery section DOES NOT apply to MGF Trophy models. Please take note of the information below.

Because the Trophy model has a lower ground clearance than most other cars, vehicle recovery should ONLY be carried out by a qualified recovery specialist using a transporter or trailer.

Other methods of vehicle recovery, including the use of wheel lift equipment to suspend the front or rear wheels, and towing with rope, bar or chain, will cause damage to the front of the vehicle and are NOT recommended.

TOWING

General

Use the front lashing/towing eyes (9) for towing the vehicle on all four wheels from the front.

WARNING: To ensure that the steering does not lock when the vehicle is being towed, it is essential that the ignition key is turned to position ’I’, and remains there while the vehicle is moving. Ensure the following precautions are observed: Do not tow if the gearbox or a drive shaft is faulty. Do not tow if a wheel or drive shafts are touching the body or frame. Ensure the gear lever is in neutral and the handbrake is released. Remember that greater effort than normal will be necessary to apply the brakes if the vehicle is being towed without the engine running.

Automatic (EM-CVT) gearbox models

When a car with automatic gearbox is to be towed on four wheels from the front, the following precautions must be observed:

The gearbox fluid level must be correct before starting to tow.

The selector must be at ’N’.

The car must not be towed at speeds greater than 30 mph, 50 km/h or for distances which exceed 30 miles, 50 km.

CAUTION: A front suspended tow must not be attempted as serious damage will be caused to the automatic transmission.

NOTE: A vehicle fitted with an automatic gearbox cannot be started by towing or pushing.