Tow-starting
Automatic transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Due to the automatic transmission, the engine cannot be started by tow-starting.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties remedied.
Manual transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start the engine by jump-starting.
If the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter, only tow-start while the engine is cold.
1. Switch on the hazard warning system and comply with local regulations.
2. Ignition, on.
3. Engage third gear.
4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch pressed and slowly release the clutch. After the engine starts, immediately press on the clutch again.
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope, and switch off the hazard warning system.
6. Have the vehicle checked.
See also:
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors The front passenger's mirror is more convex
than the driver's mirror. The objects seen in the mirror are closer than they appear.
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Look well ahead when driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehicle
driving ahead of you.
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Fuel quality
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as containing
metal must not be used.
Refuel only with unleaded gasoline without
metallic additives.
Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gasoline
with ...