Alfa Romeo 159 Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 160)

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SAFETY

DEVICES

WARNING

LIGHTS AND

MESSAGES

IN AN

EMERGENCY

CAR

MAINTENANCE

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX DASHBOARD

AND

CONTROLS

CORRECT USE

OF THE CAR

Engage a low gear when driving down-

hill, rather than constantly using the

brake.

The weight the trailer exerts on the car

tow hook reduces by the same amount

the actual car loading capacity. To make

sure the maximum towable weight is

not exceeded (given in the log book)

account should be taken of the fully

laden trailer, including accessories and

personal belongings.

Do not exceed the speed limits of the

country you are driving in. In any case

do not exceed 100 km/h.

TOWING TRAILERS

IMPORTANT NOTES

For towing caravans or trailers the car

must be fitted with a certified tow hook

and an adequate electric system. In-

stallation should be carried out by spe-

cialised personnel who release a special

document for circulation on the road.

Install any specific and/or additional

rear-view mirrors as specified by law.

Remember that when towing a trailer,

steep hills are harder to climb, the brak-

ing spaces increase and overtaking takes

longer depending on the overall weight.

The ABS system with

which the car may be

fitted does not control the

trailer braking system. Drive

with extreme care on slippery

roadbeds.

WARNING

Under no circumstances

should the car brake

system be altered to control

the trailer brake. The trailer

braking system must be fully

independent of the car hy-

draulic system.

WARNING

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