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GENERAL

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2.6 SPARE WHEEL REPLACEMENT

1. Open the tail gate and open the load cover and t

take out the tools tray.

2. Take out the spare wheel arrestor by pulling it

upwards.

3. Pull out the rear tow hook cover and remove the

same.

4. Insert the spare wheel handle with extension

through the window. Rotate the handle anti-

clockwise to lower the spare wheel till it rests on

the ground.

5. Remove the holding bracket from the spare wheel

and separate the same from the vehicle.

2.7 EMERGENCY TOWING INFORMATION

For towing, the best way is to use a wrecker (

A vehi-

cle used to tow away broken-down vehicles

);

alternatively, a rigid tow bar can be used. Avoid us-

ing a flexible cable or rope as your vehicle may crash

into the towing vehicle when it stops suddenly.

In addition, do the following:

1. Release parking Brakes.

2. Shift the gear to neutral.

3. Switch ‘ON’ the hazard warning signals of both

the vehicles to warn other road users.

4. Wherever possible, keep engine running so that

power steering assistance and brake vacuum are

available.

5. Limit the speed to 20-30 Kmph.

6. In case of brake failure, use the parking brake to

control the vehicle.

NOTE

Towing procedure for Automatic Transmission

vehicle with Drained or Disconnected Battery “is

mentioned in Automatic Transmission section.

If the vehicle needs to be towed, call professional

towing service

If it is not possible to shift the gear to neutral, then

disconnect the propeller shaft and remove it be-

fore towing.

If it is not possible to shift the transmission or

start the engine or if the wheels are jammed, the

vehicle must be transported on flat bed truck,

where the vehicle is loaded into the back of a

truck.

! CAUTION

Trying to lift or tow the vehicle by bumpers will cause

serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to

support the vehicle’s weight

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