Detachable Towing Device - Skoda Octavia Tour Owner's Manual

136 Towing a trailer

Detachable towing device*

The detachable ball head of the towing device is stowed in a box for the car tool kit in
the spare wheel well in the luggage compartment.
An instruction for correct installation and removal of the ball head of the towing device
is supplied with the ball head
Inspect the ball head to ensure that it is properly locked each time before setting off.
The inspection is performed by turning the closed locking lever downwards. If the
locking lever can only be turned around a small angle (approx. 5°), the locking mech-
anism is O.K. After the inspection pull the locking lever back again to its stop. The
towing device must not be used, if it does not wish to close or the locking lever turns
slightly in the closed position.
WARNING
Do not use any aids or tools for installing or removing the ball head. This might
result in damage to the locking mechanism to the extent that the safety of the
towing device is no longer assured - risk of an accident.
Note

Do not carry out any modifications or repairs to the ball head or to any other
components on the towing device.

Contact a specialist garage if you encounter any problems using the device.

Never unlock the ball head with a trailer coupled to it.

whether the end cover properly seals off the mounting shaft.

jet. Ensure that the end cover properly seals the mounting shaft.

Fig. 139 Detachable ball head
You should take off the ball head if you drive without towing a trailer. Inspect
Remove the ball head beforehand if you wish to clean your vehicle using a steam
It is recommended to wear gloves when installing and removing.