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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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