Dodge 2008 Sprinter - Manual (Page 590)

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Practical hints
Towing
5
With front axle damage
̈ Turn the key to position 1 in the igni-
tion lock( ୴ page 111).
In the event of a malfunction in the
electrical system
If the battery is malfunctioning, the auto-
matic transmission will be locked in
position P. To shift the automatic trans-
mission to position N, you must provide
power to the vehicle’s electrical system
in the same way as jump-starting
(
୴ page 581).
Have the vehicle transported on a trans-
porter or trailer.
The towing eye can be used to pull the
vehicle onto a special transporter or
trailer for transportation.
̈ Shift the transmission to neutral or
move the selector lever to
position N.
! CAUTION
The vehicle must not be towed with
its front wheels raised and with the
key in position 2 in the ignition lock.
Active brake intervention by ESP ® or
ASR could otherwise lock the wheels
and damage the brake system.
Transporting the vehicle
! CAUTION
Only secure the vehicle at the
wheels/rims. Your vehicle could oth-
erwise be damaged.
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