The speed specified by current legislation for towing must always be observed.

Before towing the vehicle or recovering it with a platform truck, depending on the case, ensure that the gear control is in the N position and/or that the parking brake is released.

Observe the following instructions:

  • with the card in the passenger compartment, press the engine start button while pressing the brake pedal;
  • set the gear control to the NGear control position;
  • press the engine start button to stop it;
  • press the engine start button for more than two seconds without pressing the brake pedal. The accessories functions are powered: you can use the vehicle lighting functions (hazard warning lights, brake lights, etc.). At night, the vehicle must have its lights on. The "Permanent IGN activated" message is displayed on the instrument panel;
  • if the driver's seat belt is fastened, unfasten it;
  • open the driver's door;
  • release the parking brake while pressing the brake pedal Electronic parking brake. The "Parking brake loose" message is displayed on the instrument panel;
  • close the driver's door and do not lock the vehicle ("Permanent IGN activated" mode must remain activated);
  • once the towing is complete, press the engine start button for more than two seconds without pressing the brake pedal (risk of battery discharging). The "Permanent IGN activated" message disappears from the instrument panel.

Choice of towing

It is strictly forbidden to tow the vehicle with the front or rear wheels on the ground.

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Do not leave the tools unsecured inside the vehicle as they may be projected during braking.

Access to towing points

Use only the front 2 and rear 5 towing points (never use the drive shafts or any other part of the vehicle). These towing points may only be used for pulling. They must never be used for lifting the vehicle directly or indirectly.

Note: be sure to protect the towing point area with a cloth when using a flat screwdriver or similar tool.

Screw in the tow eye 3 by hand as far as possible.

You must always use the tow eye 3.

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Ensure that the tow eye is screwed in correctly.

Risk of losing the towed object.

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When the engine is stopped, steering and braking assistance are no longer provided.

Standard version

Front towing point 2

Press zone A and maintain the pressure while pulling on zone Bto open the flap 1.

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  • Use a rigid tow bar. If a rope or cable is used (where the law allows this), the vehicle being towed must be able to brake.
  • a vehicle must not be towed if it is not fit to be driven.
  • avoid accelerating or braking suddenly when towing, as this may result in damage being caused to the vehicle.
  • In any case, it is advisable not to exceed 16 mph (25 km/h).

Rear towing point 5

Press zone C and maintain the pressure while pulling on zone D to open the flap 4.