Skoda Rapid Operating Instructions Manual page 121

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Read and observe and
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Remove the cover from the lock in the direction of the arrow
A
›
Insert the key into the lock in the direction of arrow
B
on the key symbol  shows.
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Turn the key in the direction of arrow
B
symbol » Fig. 129 shows.
WARNING
Never remove the tow bar while the trailer is still coupled.
Note
We recommend putting the protective cover onto the ball head before remov-
ing the tow bar.
Removing the bar ball - Step 2.

Read and observe and
Removal
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Initially carry out the first step of the ball rod disassembly
118
Driving
Fig. 129
Unlock lock
on page 114 first.
so that the arrow
2,
so that the arrow on the key
3,
Fig. 130
Release tow bar
on page 114 first.
» page
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Grasp the ball bar from below
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Pull the hand wheel
›
Turn the hand wheel in the direction of the arrow
this position.
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Remove the tow bar from the mounting recess downwards and in the direc-
tion of the arrow
At the same time, the ball head latches into the ready position and is thus
ready to be re-inserted into the mounting recess
Subsequent steps
After removing the tow bar the following work must be carried out.
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Fit the cover for the mounting recess
» Fig. 128.
1
» Fig. 125 on page 116.
1
WARNING
Never allow the tow bar to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause
damage on sudden braking, and could put the safety of the occupants at
risk!
CAUTION
If the hand wheel
■
to its initial position when the tow bar is removed and will rest on the tow bar
and not engage into the ready position. The ball head then needs to be
brought into this position before the next time it is fitted
the ready position.
The mounting recess must be closed with the cover following removal. This
■
prevents foreign bodies from getting into the mounting recess.
Note
Clean any dirt from the tow bar before stowing it away in the box with the ve-
hicle tool kit.
117.
» Fig. 130.
in the direction of the arrow
A
.
3
»
in the opposite direction to arrow
A
is not turned all the way to the stop, then it will return
A
.
1
to the stop, and hold in
2
.
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