Towing: breakdown

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Towing: breakdown

Before towing, set the gearbox to the neutral position (Nposition for vehicles equipped with an automatic gearbox) then, for E-Tech Full Hybrid versions, wait for around a minute. Unlock the steering column then release the parking brake.
Steering column unlocking
Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the "On" position ON 2 or, depending on the vehicle, with the card in the passenger compartment, press and hold the engine start button for approximately two seconds.
Reposition the lever to the neutral position (Nposition for vehicles equipped with an automatic gearbox) then, for E-Tech Full Hybrid versions, wait for around a minute.
Before towing, set the gear lever to N position, then wait for around a minute. Unlock the steering column then release the parking brake.
Steering column unlocking
With the card in the passenger compartment, press the engine start button for approximately two seconds.
Set the lever to N position, then wait for around a minute.
The steering column unlocks and the accessory functions are powered: you can use the vehicle's lights (direction indicators, brake lights, etc.). At night the vehicle must have its lights on.
Depending on the vehicle, once you have finished towing, press the engine start button twice (risk of running down the battery).
The speed specified by current legislation for towing must always be observed. If you are driving the towing vehicle, do not exceed the maximum towing weight for your vehicle WEIGHTS (IN KG).

Towing a vehicle fitted with an automatic gearbox

Transport the vehicle on a trailer or tow it with the front wheels off the ground.
In exceptional circumstances and excluding E-Tech Full Hybrid vehicles, you can tow it facing forwards with all four wheels on the ground, with the gearbox set to neutral position N and over a maximum distance of 50 miles (80 km) at a speed not exceeding 16 mph (25 km/h).
WARNING
Leave the card in the vehicle during towing.
Risk of the steering column locking.

Automatic gearbox with manual lever

When setting off, if the lever is locked in P position even though you are pressing the brake pedal, the lever can be released manually in order to unlock the drive wheels.
To do this, unclip the base of the gaiter and press the push button 2 while simultaneously pressing button 1 on the lever to unlock the lever and shift to N position.
Contact your approved Dealer as soon as possible;

Automatic gearbox with electronic lever

As P position is automatically engaged when the ignition is switched off, in some situations (e.g. when using some car washes) it may be necessary to engage N position.
With P position engaged and the ignition switched on (READY message on the instrument panel for E-Tech Full Hybrid vehicles), shift the selector lever 3 a notch forwards or backwards. Wait approximately one minute then switch off the ignition by pressing the start button.
The next time the ignition is switched on, the automatic engagement of P position will be enabled and it will be engaged according to the situations previously described.
WARNING
When the engine is stopped, steering and braking assistance are no longer provided.

Access to towing points

Use only the front 4 and rear 7 towing points (never use the driveshafts 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.

Front towing point

Press zone A and maintain the pressure while pulling on zone Bto open the flap 6.

Rear towing point

Press zone C and maintain the pressure while pulling on zone D to open the flap 8.
Tighten the towing hitch 5 to the maximum: first tighten by hand as far as possible, then finish by locking it using the wheel brace or, depending on the vehicle, using the lever.
You must only use the towing ring 5 and the wheel brace or the lever stored with the tools TOOLS.
WARNING
Ensure that the towing ring is bolted correctly.
Risk of losing the towed object.
WARNING
  • 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).
WARNING
Do not leave the tools unsecured inside the vehicle as they may be projected during braking.