Skoda octavia Owner's Manual page 155

Fig. 183 Unlock lock : Key version 1 / key version 2

Read and observe on page 149 first.
No trailer or other accessory is connected to the tow bar. We recommend put-
ting the protective cover onto the ball head before removing the ball rod.
Applies to both key versions
›
Remove the cover from the lock in the direction of the arrow
A
Applies to the key version 1
›
Insert the key into the lock
B
green marker points upward.
›
Turn key in the direction of arrow
B
wards » fig. 183.
Applies to the key version 2
›
Insert key into the lock in the direction of the arrow so that the key
B 4
eyelet points downwards.
›
Turn key in the direction of arrow
C
wards » fig. 183.
in the direction of the arrow so that its
2
so that the key eyelet points up-
3
so that the key eyelet points up-
5
Removing the ball rod – Step 2

Read and observe
›
Grab hold of the ball rod from below
›
Press the release bolt
the stop and at the same time the operating lever
until it reaches the stop.
2
» fig. 182.
1
The ball rod 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.
›
Place the cap
If the operating lever
can go, it will go back up after the ball rod is removed and will not latch into
the ready position. The ball rod then needs to be brought into this position be-
fore the next time it is installed
The ball rod must be cleaned before storing in the box with the vehicle tool
always.
WARNING
Never allow the ball rod to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause
damage to the boot upon sudden braking, and could put the safety of the
occupants at risk.
CAUTION
Place the tow bar in the standby position, with the key upwards, and store in
■
the box - otherwise there is a risk of damage to the key!
Do not use excessive force when handling the operating lever (e.g. do not
■
climb on it)!
Fig. 184
Release tow bar
on page 149 first.
» fig. 184.
inwards in the direction of arrow
A
» fig. 174 on page 150 onto the mounting recess.
4
is held firm and not pushed downwards as far as it
B
» page 150, Adjusting the ready position.
Towing device and trailer
until it reaches
1
in the direction of arrow
B
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