Fig - Skoda Superb 2014 Owner's Manual

CAUTION
After removing the key, always replace the cap on the lock of the operating
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lever – risk of dirt getting into the lock.
Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times. Such
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dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
After removing the ball head, always place the cap on the mounting recess.
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Check proper fitting
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Read and observe and
Check that the tow bar is fitted properly before each use.
Check the following points.
Lever is up as far as it goes
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The release pin is completely exposed (both its red and green parts are
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visible).
The key is removed.
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The cap is on the lock of the operating lever.
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The tow bar does not come out of the mounting recess even after heavy
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"shaking".
WARNING
Do not use the towing device unless the tow bar has been properly locked!

Fig. 156

Check that the tow bar is attach-
ed properly
on page 163 first.
» Fig. 156.
Removing the ball head
Fig. 157 Unlock the operating lever of the ball head/removing the ball
head
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Read and observe and
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Remove the cap » Fig. 157 from the lock on the tow bar in the direction of
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the arrow.
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Unlock the lock on the operating lever by turning the key
so that the red marking becomes visible.
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Grasp the ball head from underneath.
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Press the release pin in the direction of the arrow to the stop, and simul-
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taneously push the lever downwards in the direction of the arrow to the
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stop.
The ball head 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.
At the same time, the tow bar latches into the ready position and is therefore
ready to be re-inserted into the mounting recess
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Place the cap » Fig. 153 on page 163 onto the mounting recess.
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WARNING
Never allow the tow bar to remain unsecured in the boot. This could cause
boot damage on sudden braking, and could put the safety of the occupants
at risk.
on page 163 first.
180° to the left
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» .
Towing a trailer
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