- Fig. 1 Luggage compartment: Tyre repair kit and towing bracket
- Fig. 2 Luggage compartment: Spare wheel with towing bracket
Applies to vehicles: with removable towing bracket
Special care is required when fitting and removing the towing bracket.
The removable ball joint attachment for the towing bracket is stored under the floor panel in the luggage compartment.
The ball joint can be fitted and removed by hand.
WARNING!
Never use tools of any kind when fitting and removing the ball joint. This could damage the mechanism which locks the ball joint in place and impair its safety (accident risk).
Note
- Do not attempt to modify or repair the ball joint or other towing bracket components.
- Should you have any difficulties when using the towing bracket, or suspect that it is not fitted properly, contact a qualified workshop.
- Before setting off, always check that the ball joint is secured properly Link.
- Never disengage the ball joint with the caravan / trailer still hitched or with a bicycle rack or similar accessory still attached.
- When the towing bracket is not in use, the ball joint attachment should be removed and stowed in the spare wheel well. The plug should be put back in the mounting fixture on the car.
- If you intend to wash the car using a steam cleaning attachment, the ball joint must be removed and the plug inserted in the mounting fixture.
- For installation and removal of the ball joint we recommend that the gloves provided be used.