X Remove the spring cotter.
■ Remove the bolt from the ball coupling recess.
■ Remove the ball coupling from the ball coupling recess.
■ Clean the ball coupling if it is dirty.
Information on cleaning and care of the trailer tow hitch can be found at .
Important safety notes
WARNING
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
• adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
• fasten the seat belt
There is a risk ...
Instruction labels for tires and loads
WARNING
Overloaded tires can overheat, causing a
blowout. Overloaded tires can also impair the
steering and driving characteristics and lead
to brake failure. There is a risk of accident.
Obser ...
Centrally locking and unlocking the
vehicle from the inside
WARNING
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
• open the doors, thus endangering other
people or road users.
• get out and disrupt traffic.
• operate the vehicle's equipm ...