Vanagon F4-1915cc 1.9L (Water Cooled) (1983)
Technical Service Bulletin # 018502
Date: 851001
Towing - Information for Long Distance and Emergency
Applies To
Rabbit, Scirocco,
Jetta, Quantum,
Vanagon, Dasher,
Beetle, Bus, Golf, GTI
Group
01
Subject
Towing procedures for 1976 models and later
Part Identifier N/A
Key Points
Towing information for long distance and emergency towing
(Supercedes Product Circular, Group 01, 85-01)
C
Number
85-02
October 1, 1985
General Towing Information
All towing procedures in this circular are based on use of typical sling-type tow truck equipment. If other types of towing equipment are used, these
procedures may not apply.
Emergency towing
Whenever possible, tow all cars with drive wheels lifted off ground. If it is not possible to tow a vehicle with automatic transmission with drive wheels
lifted off ground, observe the following:
Front-wheel-drive cars with automatic transmission
A dolly must be used for towing front-wheel-drive cars lifted at rear. Car may be lifted in rear and moved to position the car for front hook-up.
Rear-wheel-drive cars with automatic transmission
For rear-wheel-drive cars, towing by dolly is recommended. If a dolly is not available, maximum towing speed is 30 mph (50 kmh) and maximum towing
distance 30 miles (50 kilometers).
CAUTION
^
Always secure front wheels with an external steering-wheel lock when towing with rear wheels off ground. NEVER use ignition steering lock to
secure front wheels
^
Never allow passengers to ride In a towed vehicle.
Long distance towing
Vehicles with automatic transmission may be towed forward (in driving direction) behind other vehicles (motor homes, etc.) at speeds up to 30 mph for a
maximum of 30 miles.
CAUTION