Towing Device - Skoda Superb Owner's Manual

CAUTION
After removing the key, always replace the cap on the lock of the operating lev-
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er – risk of dirt getting into the lock.
Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times. Such dirt
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prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
After removing the ball head, always place the cap on the mounting recess.
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Check proper fitting
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 162.
Check that the tow bar is fitted properly before each use.
Check the following points.
The lever is right at the top
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The release pin is completely exposed (both its red and green parts are
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visible).
The key is removed.
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The cap is on the lock of the operating lever.
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The tow bar does not come out of the mounting recess even after heavy
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"shaking".
WARNING
Do not use the towing device unless the tow bar has been properly locked!
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Driving
Fig. 140
Check that the tow bar is attach-
ed properly
» Fig. 140.
Removing the ball head
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Fig. 141 Unlock the operating lever of the ball head/removing the ball head
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 162.
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Remove the cap » Fig. 141
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arrow.
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Unlock the lock on the operating lever by turning the key
that the red marking becomes visible.
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Grasp the ball head from underneath.
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Press the release pin in the direction of the arrow to the stop, and simulta-
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neously push the lever downwards in the direction of the arrow to the stop.
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The ball head is released in this position and falls freely into the hand. If it does
not fall freely into the hand, use your other hand to push it upwards.
At the same time, the tow bar latches into the ready position and is therefore
ready to be re-inserted into the mounting recess
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Place the cap » Fig. 137 on page 162 onto the mounting recess.
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WARNING
Never allow the tow bar to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause
boot damage on sudden braking, and could put the safety of the occupants at
risk.
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from the lock on the tow bar in the direction of the
180° to the left so
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» .
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