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Tow Ball
WARNING:
When not in use, always transport the tow ball arm securely fastened in the luggage compartment.
WARNING:
Take special care when fitting the tow ball arm as the safety of your vehicle and the trailer depends on this.
WARNING:
Do not use any tools for mounting or dismounting the tow ball arm.
WARNING:
Do not modify the trailer coupling.
WARNING:
Do not disassemble or repair the tow ball arm. |
Note:
Remove any adapter from the tow bar socket. Failure to do so may result in corrosion of the socket. Clean the tow bar socket regularly and make sure no dirt prevents the socket lid from closing properly.
A 13-pin trailer socket and the tow ball arm seat are provided under the rear bumper. Turn the trailer socket down through 90 degrees until it engages in the end position.
Unlocking the Tow Ball Arm Mechanism
- Remove the protecting cap.
- Insert the key and turn it clockwise to unlock.
- Hold the tow ball arm. Pull the handwheel out and turn it clockwise until it clicks.
Note:
The red mark on the handwheel must align with the green mark on the tow ball.
- Release the handwheel. The tow ball arm is unlocked.
Inserting the Tow Ball Arm
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WARNING:
The tow ball arm may only be inserted when completely unlocked. |
Note:
Pull out the plug.
- Insert the tow ball arm vertically and press it upwards until it engages.
Note:
Do not hold your hand near the handwheel.
Note:
The green mark on the handwheel must align with the green mark on the tow ball.
- Turn the key counterclockwise and remove the key to lock the tow ball.
- Pull the protecting cap from the key bow and press it onto the lock.
Driving With a Trailer
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WARNING:
If any of the below conditions cannot be met, do not use the tow bar and have it checked by an authorized dealer. |
Before starting your journey, make sure that the tow ball arm is correctly locked. Check that:
- the green marks are aligned
- the handwheel (A) is correctly fitted to the tow ball arm
- you have removed the key (B)
- the tow ball arm is securely positioned.
Removing the Tow Ball Arm
Note:
Unhitch the trailer.
- Remove the protecting cap. Press the cap into the key bow. Insert the key and unlock.
- Hold the tow ball arm. Pull the handwheel out, turn it clockwise against the stop.
- Remove the tow ball arm.
- Release the handwheel.
When unlocked in this way, the tow ball arm can be reinserted at any time.
Driving Without a Trailer
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WARNING:
Never unlock the tow ball arm with the trailer attached. |
Remove the tow ball arm. Insert the plug into its seat (1).
Maintenance
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WARNING:
Remove the tow ball arm and protect the seat with the plug before steam cleaning your vehicle. |
Keep the system clean. Periodically lubricate bearings, sliding surfaces, and locking balls with resin-free grease or oil and the lock with graphite.
In case of loss, replacement keys are available from the manufacturer by stating the number on the lock cylinder.
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