Towing Device And Trailer; Hitch - Skoda Rapid Spaceback Owner's Manual

Towing device and trailer

Hitch

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
Adjusting the ready position
Check the setting of the standby position
Assembling the tow bar – Step 1
Assembling the tow bar – Step 2
Check proper fitting
Removing the tow bar – Step 1
Removing the tow bar – Step 2
Vertical load with mounted accessories
The maximum trailer nose weight when towing a trailer is 50 kg. Other infor-
mation (e.g. on the nameplate of the trailer device) provide only about the test
values of the device information.
WARNING
Check that the tow bar is seated correctly and is secured in the mounting
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recess before the start of every journey.
When the ball rod is not used and properly secured in the receiving shaft,
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this could be damaged or incomplete and must not be used - risk of acci-
dent.
Do not modify or adapt the towing device in any way.
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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.
Description
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Fig. 135 Carrier for the towing device / tow bar
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Read and observe
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The ball rod is detachable and is located in the stowage compartment for the
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spare / emergency wheel.
Support for the towing device and tow bar
Cap
1
Mounting recess
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Protective cap
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Locking ball
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Centering
5
Hand wheel
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Key
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Lock cap
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Red marking on the hand wheel
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Tow bar
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Green marking on the hand wheel
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White marking on tow bar
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Note
If you lose the key, please get in touch with a specialist garage.
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Towing device and trailer
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