Before towing, put the gearbox in neutral, unlock the steering column and release the parking brake.

For vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox, if it is not possible to put the gear lever into position N, please consult an authorised dealer.

Steering column unlocking

Insert the key into the ignition or, depending on the vehicle, with the “hands-free” card on you, press the engine start button for approximately two seconds.

Reposition the lever to neutral (position N for vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox).

The steering column unlocks, 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 your vehicle is the towing vehicle, do not exceed the maximum towing weight for your vehicle (refer to the information on “Weights” in Section 6).

Towing a vehicle with an automatic gearbox

Transport the vehicle on a trailer or tow it with the front wheels off the ground.

In exceptional circumstances, you may tow it with all four wheels on the ground, only in a forward gear, with the gear lever in neutral position N over a maximum distance of 50 miles (80 km) and at a maximum speed of 16 mph (25 km/h).

When activated, in the event that the lever is stuck in P, depress the brake paddle. It is possible to free the lever manually. To do this, unclip the base of the lever, then insert a tool (rigid rod) into the slot 2 (located on the right of the lever) and press simultaneously on the button 1 to unlock the lever.

Contact an authorised dealer as soon as possible.

Only use the front 3 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.

Access to towing points

Front towing point

Press zone A and keep depressed while pulling zone B to open flap 4.

Rear towing point

Press zone C and keep depressed while pulling zone D to open flap 6.

Tighten the towing hitch 5 fully: first by hand until it stops then finish by locking it with the wheel brace.

Use the towing hitch 5 only (refer to the information on “Tools” in Section 5).

When the engine is stopped, steering and braking assistance are not operational.

- Use a rigid towing 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 all cases, it is advisable not to exceed 15.5 mph (25 km/h).

Do not leave the tools unsecured inside the vehicle as they may come loose under braking.