If the starting aid is used inappropriately, the 12-
volt battery may explode.
and cause serious injury. To reduce the risk of
battery explosion, observe the following:
•
Any work on the 12-volt battery and electrical
system can cause severe burns, fire and
shock.
electrical. Before working on the battery, always
read and observe the relevant warnings and
safety precautions → p. 252.
•
Always wear suitable eye protection and
protective gloves and never lean over the 12-
volt battery.
•
Connect the connection cables in the correct
order: first the positive cable and then the
negative cable.
•
Never connect the negative cable to fuel
system components or brake lines.
•
Do not allow the uninsulated parts of the pins
to touch each other. In addition, do not allow
the wire connected to the positive pole of the
12-volt battery comes into contact with
electrically conductive parts of the vehicle.
•
Check the sight glass of the 12-volt battery; if
necessary, use a torch. If it is light yellow or
colourless, do not use the help.
The start-up procedure must be carried out by a
qualified person.
•
Avoid electrostatic discharges in the area of
the 12-volt battery. Sparks may ignite
detonating gas escaping from the battery.
battery.
•
Never use the starting aid if the 12-volt battery
is damaged or frozen, or if it has thawed.
When towing a vehicle, the driving behaviour and
braking capacity change considerably.
Introduction to the topic
of towing. Inexperienced drivers should refrain
from towing.
When towing, always ensure that no inadmissible
pulling forces or jolts are generated. There is
always a risk of overloading the attachment parts
on tracks without a firm floor.
Observe the legal provisions on towing.
Towing
Towing means to pull a vehicle with a vehicle that is
not roadworthy.
The vehicle can be towed with a tow bar or tow bar.
When the engine is stationary, the gearbox is not
sufficiently lubricated at high speeds and when
travelling long distances:
—
The maximum permitted towing speed is 50
km/h (30 mph).
—
The maximum permitted towing distance is 50
km (30 miles).
Tow rope and tow bar
The tow bar is safer for the towed vehicle and
prevents damage to the vehicle. The tow rope
should only be used if a tow bar is not available.
The tow rope must be elastic to prevent damage to
the vehicles. Use a rope made of synthetic fibre or
similar elastic material.
Towing with a crane
If the vehicle has to be lifted on an axle for towing,
it is only permitted to lift the vehicle on the following
axles depending on the combination of gearbox
and traction:
Front-wheel
drive:
Manual gearbox
Front axle or rear axle
Automatic gearbox
Front axle
After receiving the jump-starting aid, visit a
specialist workshop and have the 12-volt battery
checked.
Towing
Towing a vehicle requires practice, especially if a tow
rope is used. Both drivers should be familiar with the
particularities of towing a vehicle.
Never allow the vehicle to be towed without
power.
•
During towing, never remove the key from the
ignition lock or disconnect the ignition key
from the ignition.
Never switch on the ignition with the ignition
and start button. Otherwise, the mechanical
locking of the steering column (steering column
lock) will be activated.
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