FIAT Idea - Manual (Page 258)

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SAFETY DEVICES
CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
W
ARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICA
TIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS
IN AN
EMERGENCY
WARNING
WARNING
Do not start the engine when towing the car.
WARNING
While the car is being towed with the
engine off, remember that the brake
pedal and steering will require more
effort as you no longer have the benefit
of the brake booster and the electrical
power steering. Do not use flexible cables
to tow. Avoid jerking. Whilst towing,
ensure that the coupling to the car does
not damage the surrounding components.
When towing the car, you must comply
with the specific traffic regulations
regarding the tow hitch and how to tow
on the road.
TOW RING HOOKING
Proceed as follows:
❒ take the tow ring (B) from its support;
❒ tighten the ring on the rear or front threaded pin.
F0H0204m
F0H0205m
Before starting to tow, turn the ignition
key to MAR and then to STOP. Do not
remove the key. If the key is removed, the
steering lock engages automatically which
prevents the wheels being turned.