The Towing Code
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Fig. B Checking Secure Attachment Fig. C Connections - 7 pin PlugFig. A Handbrake
WARNING: If the green band is showing
when the hitch head is not connected
to the towball there is a fault - contact
your Dealer.
Adjust jockey wheel to lower cup on to the
ball. A click indicates it is fully engaged. Ensure
locking button has returned to its free position.
Secure caravan handbrake. (Fig. A)
Connect breakaway cable (emergency
braking device) in the form of a noose to
suitable anchorage point on towbar. DO NOT
attach to towball.
Ensure that the jockey wheel is fully wound
up and properly located in the slots, then
release the clamp handle, lift the whole unit
as high as possible and retighten the clamp
handle.
Note: Ensure jockey wheel locates in recess
provided.
Take hold of the caravan under the rubber
gaiter behind the coupling and lift to
ascertain whether the caravan is properly
attached. (Figs. B & D.)
Lock hitch if possible (see Safety and
Security, page 20).
Connect 7 pin plugs to car sockets ensuring
there is enough loose cable for cornering.
(Fig. C)
Check all car and caravan roadlights are
working. Check round the caravan for
anything left behind.
Release caravan handbrake, adjust all
mirrors from driving seat and proceed.
Fig. D Hitch Head Visual Indicator
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