Towing Equipment - Opel 2011 Zafira Owner's Manual

The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (75 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
Rear axle load
When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded, the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) may be exceeded by
90 kg and the gross vehicle weight
rating by 75 kg. If the permissible rear
axle load is exceeded, a maximum
speed of 100 km/h applies.

Towing equipment

Caution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.
Stowage of coupling ball bar
To open the cover, lift the carpeting.
Raise, rotate and lift the ring.
Driving and operating
The pouch with the coupling ball bar
is held in place with a rubber strap.
When inserting, ensure that the rotary
handle of the coupling ball bar is
facing upwards.
Fitting the coupling ball bar
From underneath at the recesses,
pull the cover in the bumper
rearwards at a slight angle.
Disengage and fold down the socket.
Remove the sealing plug from the
opening for the coupling ball bar and
stow it.
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