WARNING
Risk of an accident!
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Do not use the safety eye for towing.
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Distribute and fix the load correctly.
The trailer has a 13-pin electrical socket. If the
trailer has a 7-pin connector, use a corresponding
adapter from the ŠKODA Original Accessories.
Coupling
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Swing out the tow bar.
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Put the trailer drawbar onto the ball head.
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Plug the electrical trail-
er plug into the socket
A .
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Hook the tear-o rope
of the trailer onto the
safety eye B . The
tear-o rope must sag
against the vehicle in
all trailer positions.
Uncoupling
Uncoupling takes place in reverse order.
Power supply of the trailer power network
In the electrical connection between the vehicle and
trailer, the trailer is powered by the vehicle.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the vehicle electronics!
The total power consumption of all consumers con-
nected to the trailer power supply must not exceed
350 watts.
Troubleshooting
Trailer coupling error
The indicator light next to the handle does not light
up green, or the tow bar does not lock into place.
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Do not use the trailer coupling.
›
Seek the help of a specialist garage.
Tow bar not locked
illuminates
›
Engage the tow bar.
Technical data
Tow hitch attachment points
A
Distance of the attachment points
B
Length of the rear overhang to the centre of the
ball head
C
Distance of the front attachment point to the
centre of the ball head
D
Distance of the rear attachment point to the
centre of the ball head
E
Distance of the rear bumper to the centre of the
ball head (according to the ECE-55 standard)
F
Distance from the centre of the ball head to the
road (according to the standard ECE-55)
G
Fastening points on the body
In mm
A
1039.9
B
1196.2
C
564.2
D
344.2
E
min. 65
F
350-420
Maximum vertical load for trailer operation
The maximum vertical load for trailer operation de-
pends on the engine type and the vehicle equipment.
The valid specification for your vehicle can be found
in the technical vehicle documentation, (e.g. vehicle
approval documentation, the COC document) or at a
ŠKODA partner.
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