2009 Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual - Page 149
2009 Volvo XC90 Manual
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06 Starting and driving Towing Positions for attaching towing eyelets G027042 Emergency towing The towing eyelet is located in the tool bag, under the floor of the cargo area. This eyelet must be screwed into the positions provided on the right sides of either the front or rear bumper (see illustrations). After the vehicle has been towed, the eyelet should be removed and returned to the tool bag. Press the cover back into position. • Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not exceed the maximum allowable towing speed. • Maximum distance with front wheels on WARNING Do not use the towing eyelets to pull the vehicle up onto a flat bed tow truck. ground: 50 miles (80 km). 06 • While the vehicle is being towed, try to keep the tow rope taut at all times. To attach the towing eyelet: 1. Use a coin to pry open the lower edge of the cover (A) 2. Screw the towing eyelet (C) in place (B), first by hand and then using the tire iron until it is securely in place. • The vehicle should only be towed in the Precautions when the vehicle is in tow forward direction. • The steering wheel must be unlocked. Turn the ignition key to position I or II. • The gear selector must be in position N. 149