Range Rover Evoque: Towing the vehicle on four wheels
If the vehicle battery is
disconnected or
disabled, do NOT attempt to tow the
vehicle. Towing may result in serious
damage to the transmission.
The vehicle should NOT be towed on all four wheels. However, if the vehicle cannot be recovered by using the correct method, please adhere to the following guidelines.
Do not remove the Smart Key
from the
vehicle as the steering column will
lock after a time delay.
If the engine cannot be used during
towing, there will be no power
assistance to the braking system. This
will result in much greater effort to
stop the vehicle and in a greatly
increased stopping distance.
Towing in a reverse direction
with two
wheels on the ground, will cause
serious damage to the transmission.
Do not tow the vehicle if the gearbox
cannot be set in neutral.
The following information is NOT
recommended practice. With the front
wheels suspended, the vehicle can be
towed for a maximum of only 50km
(30miles), at a maximum speed of
50km/h (30mph). Towing for a greater
distance or at a higher speed, may
result in serious damage to the
transmission.
In an emergency, the vehicle can be towed on all four wheels for a very short distance but it is advisable to have the transmission checked by your Land Rover Dealer/Authorised Repairer.
If the engine is switched off
with N
selected, the transmission will wait
for 10 minutes before selecting P. At
this point if the vehicle is being towed,
serious damage to the transmission
will result.There is also a danger to
personal safety.
The following procedure must be carried out: 1. Secure the towing attachment from the recovery vehicle to the front towing point.
2. With the foot brake applied, switch the ignition on to ensure the steering lock is disengaged.
3. Ensure the gear selector is in the neutral (N) position.
4. Leave the Smart Key in a secure place inside the vehicle.
5. Release the parking brake before towing the vehicle.
Leaving the ignition switched
on for
extended periods will drain the vehicle
battery.
