Having an automobile is useful, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And regrettably, we know perfectly, even the luckiest among us rarely fall through the cracks. However, between an automobile that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the results are going to be quite different. No matter the reason, a Toyota Matrix that doesn’t drive is difficult to move and the only remedy is often to tow it to the nearest mechanic. In this article content we will explain how to tow a Toyota Matrix, respecting the laws and guaranteeing maximum security. To get this done, first we will examine the rules to follow when towing a Toyota Matrix, then how to tow a Toyota Matrix yourself, and finally, the most sensible solution is to hire a specialist to tow your car.
The rules to follow if you want to tow an Toyota Matrix
It is obviously possible to tow your automobile. However, if you want to go into towing a Toyota Matrix you will have to follow some measures. We present them to you below:
- Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Toyota Matrix may put at risk yourself and other drivers if you do it on an expressway.
- Do not go over 25 km/h, you must constantly stay in control of both cars, a high speed will not enable you to predict possible obstacles and the towed car may enter the first one
- Limit yourself to short distance journeys. If you have to travel several dozen kilometres, it is better to call a breakdown service.
- When towing, try to ensure that that the Toyota Matrix and the car towing it are properly aligned, to maintain a good behaviour.
- Turn on the warnings lights on both cars.
- If the Toyota Matrix being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate linked to the first automobile so that you can warn the drivers behind you.
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How to tow a Toyota Matrix by yourself
Now that you have discovered the basic rules for safely towing a Toyota Matrix, we will present you the different solutions to do it:
- Use only a tow bar to tow your Toyota Matrix, as ropes, straps or other products are not suitable and will only risk you having an accident. If the towing device is flexible, you risk hitting the towing automobile. It will be better to buy a towing bar.
- You can use one of the three kinds existing tow bars to tow your Toyota Matrix, telescopic bars (40 to 50 euros), folding bars (30 to 100 euros) and standard bars (30 to 40 euros).
- Verify that you have two towing rings on the cars, which will let you to connect them together with the tow bar.
- Verify that the towing automobile is heavier than the automobile to be towed.
- Have functional signalling on the Toyota Matrix to be towed.
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These are the regulation to follow if you want to tow your Toyota Matrix. However remember that this remedy should only be used for short distances to avoid a more expensive towing, if you have a long distance to cover we recommend you to read the following section.
Have your Toyota Matrix towed by a specialist
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To conclude, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Toyota Matrix in good conditions, it remains the most logical method, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This might sound like an expensive solution, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services totally free. Here are the points to check on your insurance contract before calling a tow truck:
- That the distance between your home and the place of breakdown is in accordance with the mileage included in your agreement (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
- Verify that the problems you are struggling with are well taken care of by your insurer.
- Finally, check the deductible amount on your account.
Now you have all the info you need to tow your Toyota Matrix in good conditions.
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