Hitch And Trailer; Hitch - Skoda Fabia Owner's Manual

Hitch and trailer

Hitch

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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description
Adjusting the ready position
A correctly set ready position
Assembling the bar ball - first step
Assembling the bar ball - second step
Check proper fitting
Removing the bar ball - first step
Removing the bar ball - second step
Accessories
The maximum trailer drawbar load is 50 kg.
WARNING
Check that the ball head is seated correctly and is secured in the mount-
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ing recess before starting any journey.
Do not use the ball head if it is not correctly inserted in the mounting re-
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cess.
Do not use the towing equipment if it is damaged or incomplete.
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Do not modify or adapt the towing equipment in any way.
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Never release the ball head while the trailer is still coupled.
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Keep the mounting recess of the towing equipment clean at all times.
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Such dirt prevents the ball head from being attached securely.
CAUTION
Take care with the tow bar - there is a risk of damaging the paint on the
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bumper.
When the ball rod is removed, always place the cover onto the mounting re-
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cess - there is a danger of soiling the mounting recess.
Note
Operation and maintenance of towing device
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Tow the vehicle by means of the detachable ball rod
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Description
Fig. 129 Carrier for the towing device / tow bar
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Read and observe and
The ball head can be removed and is kept in the spare wheel well or in a com-
partment for the spare wheel in the luggage compartment.
Carrier for the towing device and ball rod
Cover for the mounting recess
1
Mounting recess
2
Dust cap
3
Ball head
4
Operating lever
5
Lock cap
6
Release pin
7
Key
8
Locking ball
9
Note
If you lose the key, please get in touch with a specialist garage.
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Hitch and trailer
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