Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Transportation Mode, Switching Off: Notes
The transportation mode assures that the vehicle will start.
The transportation mode reduces the drain on the battery by switching off any electrical consumers.
All vehicle functions that are not necessary while the vehicle is being transported and do not require any power from the battery, are switched off to conserve the battery charge.
This applies especially to those features, which could be left on and will drain the battery capacity.
Examples of these would be the radio, or vent flaps which are electronically actuated or the anti-theft alarm system which could be set off during transportation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.