First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Tow-rope or tow-bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow-bar. Only use a tow-rope if you do not have a tow-bar.
A tow-rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the loading on both vehicles. It is advisable to use a tow-rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic material.
Only attach the tow-rope or tow-bar to the specially provided towing eyes or to the towing bracket.
Vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket must be towed only with a tow-bar that is specially designed for fitting to a ball coupling .
Towing vehicles which have an automatic gearbox
Observe the following points for the towed vehicle:
When should you not tow-start the vehicle?
The vehicle may not be towed and must be transported on a special transporter or trailer when the following conditions apply:
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Checklist
Observe the following information both before and during the journey
to ensure your own safety and the safety of all your passengers :
Check that all lights and turn signals are working properly.
Check the tyre pressure ( Wheels and tyres Wheels and tyres Tyres see Wh ...
Volkswagen Touran Owners Manual. Loading the load carrier system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Loads can be attached securely only
when the mounts, roof bars and load carrier system are fitted correctly .
Maximum permissible roof load
The maximum permitted roof load is 100 kg.
The roof load limit re ...