Skoda octavia Owner's Manual page 157

With the engine switched off, the vehicle battery is discharged by the connec-
ted consumers.
At low charge state of the vehicle battery, the power supply to the trailer (ac-
cessories) is interrupted.
WARNING
An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories)
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may result in an accident or serious injury from electrical shock.
Do not make any adjustments to the electrical installation of the vehicle
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and the trailer (accessories) -There is a risk of an accident or serious injury
from electrical shock.
After the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory)
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the trailer / accessory lights should be checked for function.
Never use the securing eye to tow - There is a risk of an accident!
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CAUTION
An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories) can
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lead to the inoperability of the vehicle electronics.
The total power consumption of all the connected loads to the trailer power
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supply must not exceed 350 watts, otherwise there is a risk of damage to the
electrical system of the vehicle.
Trailer load
Never exceed the permissible trailer load.
Engine
1.4 l/110 kW TSI
1.8 l/132 kW TSI
2.0 l./105 kW TDI CR
a) Only valid for some countries.
WARNING
The maximum vertical load and the maximum trailer load must not be ex-
ceeded - there is risk of an accident!
Permissible trailer load, braked (kg)
Gearbox
Gradients of up to 12%
MG 1500
DSG 1600
MG 1600
DSG 1600
Loading a trailer
Correct the tyre inflation pressure on the vehicle for "full
Distribution of the cargo
Distribute the cargo in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as
close to the trailer axle as possible. Secure the load from slipping.
The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the
trailer is laden. Nevertheless, maintain a particularly low speed if you cannot
avoid driving with this combination.
WARNING
An unsecured load can adversely affect stability and driving safety signifi-
cantly - risk of accident!
Upward slopes up to 8 %
a)
1800
1800
1800
1800
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Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)
620
660
660
670
Towing device and trailer
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