Hitch And Trailer; Hitch - Skoda Roomster Owner's Manual

Hitch and trailer

Hitch

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
Adjusting the ready position
Fitting the ball head
Check proper fitting
Removing the ball head
Accessories
The maximum trailer drawbar load is 50 kg/h.
WARNING
Check that the ball head is seated correctly and is secured in the mount-
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ing recess before starting any journey.
Do not use the ball head, if it is not correctly inserted into the mounting
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recess and secured.
Do not use the towing equipment if it is damaged or incomplete.
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Do not modify or adapt the towing equipment in any way.
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Never release the ball head while the trailer is still coupled.
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Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times.
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Such dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
CAUTION
Take care with the ball bar - there is a risk of paint damage to the bumper.
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After removing the ball head, always place the cap on the mounting recess.
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Note
Operation and maintenance of hitch
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Tow the vehicle by means of the detachable ball rod
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Description
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Fig. 123 Remove cover cap: on the rear bumper / for the receiving shaft
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Read and observe
The ball head can be removed and is kept in the spare wheel well or in a com-
partment for the spare wheel in the luggage compartment.
Support for the towing device
Clamps for removing the wheel trims
1
Cover in the rear bumper
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13-pin power socket
3
Cover for the mounting recess
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Dust cap
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Ball head
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Operating lever
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Lock cap
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Release pin
9
Fig. 124
Ball head
and on page 126 first.
» Fig. 123 and » Fig. 124
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