Seat ALHAMBRA Owner's Manual page 237

When the indicator remains lit and the tailgate is open, the tow ball has
inserted correctly into the folded or deployed position.
When the tailgate is closed, the indicator is turned off.
WARNING
The incorrect use of the tow hitch can cause accidents and injury.
Ensure that no person, animal or object gets in the way of the tow ball.
Never push the button when there is a trailer hitched or when any kind
of carrier or accessory is fitted to the tow hitch ball.
While the ball is moving, do not interfere with any tool.
Do not drive with a trailer if the indicator does not light.
If there is a fault in the electric system or the trailer tow hitch, visit a
specialist workshop to have it checked.
If the diameter of the tow hitch is less than 49 mm, never use this for a
trailer.
Caution
If anything is attached to the tow hitch ball, do not, under any circum-
stances press the button.
Never direct a high-pressure or steam cleaning system directly at the tow
hitch ball or trailer power socket. This could cause damage to seals or remove
lubricating grease.
Note
In extremely low temperatures, it is possible that the tow hitch is not
released. In this case, place the vehicle in a warmer location (for example, a
garage).
Safety First Operating instructions
Installing a bicycle carrier to the tow hitch
The maximum load permitted for a bicycle carrier on the tow hitch ball is
75 kg, with a maximum distance of 300 mm from the support. The distance
between supports is the distance between the bicycle carrier centre of gravity
(with the bicycles) and the centre of point of the tow hitch ball.
WARNING
The incorrect use of the tow hitch with a bicycle carrier installed can cause
accidents and injury.
Never exceed the load and distances between supports indicated.
Never fit the bicycle carrier to the tow hitch ball neck, underneath the
tow hitch given that the bicycle carrier may be incorrectly fitted due to the
shape of the tow hitch and the model of bicycle carrier.
Always read and take the manufacturer assembly instructions into
account.
Caution
Exceeding the maximum load and distance between supports indicated can
cause considerable damage to the vehicle.
Never exceed the specifications.
Hitching and connecting the trailer
Trailer cable
Always secure the trailer cable to the towing vehicle correctly. Leave a little bit
of slack in the cable for turning. However, ensure that the cable does not rub
off the ground while driving.
Practical tips
Trailer towing
Technical Data
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