How to pull back the Lavida without a rear tow hook?
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Volkswagen Lavida's towing hook is located under the trunk floor, together with the vehicle's jack and other tools, and is a loop with screw threads. The following is a related introduction to the new Lavida: 1. Exterior: 16-inch dynamic aluminum alloy wheels, two-piece three-dimensional taillights, sharp and stylish side waistline, rock-style double-wing independent light source headlights, crystal dynamic front fog lights, new German-style rugged front face, diamond-cut horizontal front grille. 2. Interior: Four-door premium welcome pedals, premium leather multifunction steering wheel, driver's seat with 3-speed manual lumbar support, new T-shaped streamlined center console, sliding central armrest, dynamic texture speaker grilles, rear foldable seats.
There is a small square cover in the middle of the Lavida's rear bumper. You can pry it open with a key to reveal the towing eye installation port. My cousin's car once got stuck in the mud and was pulled out using this. The key is to find the silver towing eye in the car's toolkit and screw it in clockwise until you hear a click—that means it's properly installed. Never just tie a rope and drag it. Last time, someone in the neighborhood used a chain to yank it forcefully and ended up deforming the rear crash beam, costing over 3,000 yuan in repairs. If you can't find the towing eye accessory, it's safest to call for roadside assistance directly—their flatbed tow trucks won't damage the chassis.
The tow hook of Volkswagen cars is hidden behind the bumper cover, and the Lavida is no exception. You'll find a threaded metal rod in the trunk tool compartment—that's the dedicated tow ring. When installing, align it with the rectangular gap in the center of the rear bumper and tighten it clockwise until it won't turn anymore. Remember to hook the tow rope onto the U-shaped part of the ring, pulling at a 45-degree angle for the least effort. Last time, my colleague's car got stuck in the snow, and we successfully pulled it out using this method. However, be reminded not to tow in N gear as it can damage the transmission. It's best to lift the front wheels off the ground or use a tow dolly.
If you can't find the tow hook, check the spare tire compartment in the trunk. Volkswagen usually places the towing eye and jack together. When installing, look for the triangular arrow mark on the edge of the cover and pry it open with the tip of your key. Important towing tips: For manual transmission cars, put it in neutral and engage the handbrake; for automatic transmissions, disconnect the battery and shift to Park (P). I've seen repair shops use forklifts to tow DSG transmissions without disconnecting the battery, which completely destroyed the mechatronic unit. If you really can't handle it, call your insurance company – many now offer free towing services.
