Trailer towing 209
Safety First Operating Instructions Practical Tips Technical Specifications
Setting the spring mechanism to the ready position (if required)
– Insert the key ⇒ page 208, fig. 166 in the lock on the knob
and turn it towards the red marking.
– Pull out the knob in direction , hold and turn in direction
until the locking pin engages and the release pin moves
out visibly ⇒ .
Inserting the ball joint
– With the spring mechanism in the ready position, insert the ball
joint into the mounting fixture and push it upwards ⇒ page 208,
fig. 167 in the direction indicated (arrow) ⇒ . It should lock
into position automatically. You should now clearly hear it click
into place.
– Lock the ball joint by turning the key to the green marking.
– Remove the key.
Cont ⇒ page 209, “Fitting the ball joint (step 4)”.
WARNING
• If it is not possible to set the spring mechanism to the ready position as
described above, do not use the ball joint. Please contact a qualified work-
shop.
• To avoid injury, keep your hands away from the knob or cover piece
when inserting the ball joint in the mounting fixture. Otherwise, you could
be injured.
Fitting the ball joint (step 4)
1
A
A
B
2
3
Fig. 168 Removable
towing bracket: Safety
check
Fig. 169 Rear bumper:
Pulling down the power
socket
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