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Towing

Towing

NOTE: Detailed towing instructions can be found in a special towing instruction brochure at your Volkswagen dealer, and in your owners manual.

WARNING: Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle for any reason.

CAUTION:
- the Corrado cannot be towed with conventional sling-type equipment, or wheel dollies
- towing with this type of equipment will cause bumper and body panel damage
- do not wrap safety chains around brake lines




Front hook-up
- attach wheel lift equipment to wheels
- attach safety straps to wheels
- attach safety chains to lower control arms
- towing clearance: 6-12 in. (15-30 cm) between tires and ground

NOTE: Whenever possible, tow with front wheels off ground. If the vehicle must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, make sure that transmission oil has not leaked or been drained.




Rear hook-up
- attach wheel lift equipment to wheels
- attach safety straps to wheels
- attach safety chains to axle beam
- towing clearance; 6-12 in. (15-30 cm) between tires and ground

Towing speed/distance
50 mph/50 mi (80 km/h/80 km)