– After you have finished towing, remove the towing eye by unscrewing it in the clockwise direction using a suitable object. Checking and refilling Engine compartment – Insert the cap in the respective recess and press in until it engages. – Clean the towing eye if necessary and place it back in the vehicle toolkit in the luggage com- partment. Safety notes for working in the engine compartment The engine compartment of a motor vehicle is a hazardous area! You should carry out work in the engine compartment only if you know exactly how to perform the required tasks, are aware of the general safety procedures and have access to the correct equipment, service fluids and suitable tools.
Failing to carry out work correctly can cause serious injuries. → . In case of any doubt, it should be carried out by a correspondingly qualified workshop ● If the towing eye is not screwed fully and se- curely into the mounting, it can tear out of the mounting during towing. The vehicle can be damaged if the towing eye is torn out. NOTICE Always park the vehicle on a level and stable sur- face before working in the engine compartment. Unintentional vehicle movements may cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries. WARNING ● Always exercise extreme care and caution when carrying out all work! Appropriate measures must be taken to prevent vehicles from moving.
Make sure that the vehicle is standing on a flat surface and that the wheels are blocked if work is carried out un- der the vehicle, and the vehicle key must be removed from the ignition switch while the wheels are touching the ground. ● Always exercise extreme care and caution when carrying out all work under the vehicle! Additionally support the vehicle with suitable support stands when you are working under the vehicle. The jack is not sufficient for this task and can fail. ● The automatic engine start-stop system must be off. WARNING The engine compartment of a motor vehicle is a hazardous area! Accidents and serious or fatal injuries can occur.
● All operations in the engine compartment must be carried out with extreme caution and attention, and must strictly follow the safety regulations, do not take risks! 182.5C1.TRO.74 Checking and refilling 165