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Note

Towing device and trailer

Hitch

When the warning light  appears in the instrument cluster, the affected tyre

can be displayed on the infotainment system » Fig. 292.

 Introduction

The maximum trailer load is dependent on the engine and the vehicle equip-

ment. The valid specification for your vehicle can be found in the technical ve-

hicle documentation, the declaration of conformity (the so-called COC docu-

ment) or at a ŠKODA partner.

Other data (e.g. shown on the rating plate of the hitch) only provides informa-

tion about the test values of the device.

WARNING

Do not use the towing device if it is damaged or if there are parts missing.

Swinging in and out the tow bar

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Fig. 293 Swing out the tow bar

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WARNING (Continued)

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Do not manipulate the switch while a trailer or another accessory is cou-

pled to the tow bar. The tow bar could come loose - risk of accident and

injury.

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If the indicator light it supplied the switch does not light or flashes, or if

the tow bar can not engage, then do not use this. Seek help from a special-

ist garage.

Note

When not using the towing device, always swing the tow bar under the bump-

er.

Fig. 294 Swivel tow bar

 Read and observe on page 250 first.

Vertical load with mounted accessories

The pivotable tow bar cannot be removed. Its correct latching in both posi-

tions is indicated by a warning light.

 Read and observe on page 250 first.

When using the accessories (e.g. bicycle carrier), the maximum length and the

permissible total weight including load must be considered.

Swing out the tow bar

Pull the switch in the direction of arrow

swings out in direction of arrow

» Fig. 293 » . The tow bar

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and the indicator light  in the switch

The maximum length of the mounted accessories (from the ball of the towing

device) is 70 cm .

flashes.

Press the tow bar in the direction of the arrow , until it audibly clicks into

place. The indicator light  inside the switch illuminates.

›

The permissible total weight of the installed accessories, including load, cor-

responds to the maximum trailer load on trailers, but must not exceed 75 kg.

This also applies if the maximum trailer load on trailers is e.g. 80 kg.

Swivel tow bar

No trailer or other accessory is connected to the tow bar. A socket or adapter

may not be plugged into the 13-pin socket.

This value applies when the centre of gravity of the load is a maximum of 30

cm from the ball head of the tow bar.

Pull the switch in the direction of arrow

locked and the indicator light  in the switch flashes.

Swing in the tow bar under the bumper in the direction of arrow

clicks into place. The indicator light  inside the switch illuminates.

» Fig. 294 . The tow bar is un-

›

As the distance of the centre gravity of the load from the ball head of the

towing device increases, the permissible total weight of the accessory, in-

cluding the load, decreases (e.g. at a distance of 60 cm from the ball head,

the permissible weight decreases approximately by half).

until it

Check latching

CAUTION

If the tow bar is incorrectly locked, the warning light inside the switch flashes

red, after the ignition is switched on an acoustic signal is sounded and an ap-

propriate message appears in the instrument cluster.

Never exceed the permissible total weight of the accessories incl. load and

maximum length of the accessories – There is a risk of damage to the towing

device.

WARNING

Note

■

Take care with the towing device - it may cause injury.

When swinging out the ball rod away from the central area of the rear

We recommend that you use accessories from ŠKODA Original Accessories.

■

bumper, there is a danger of injury to the legs.

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With the engine switched off, the vehicle battery is discharged by the connec-

ted consumers.

Using hitch

Trailer (accessory) connect and disconnect

At low charge state of the vehicle battery, the power supply to the trailer (ac-

cessories) is interrupted.

Fig. 295

Housing of the 13 pin socket,

safety eyelet

WARNING

■

An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories)

may result in an accident or serious injury from electrical shock.

Do not make any adjustments to the electrical installation of the vehicle

■

and the trailer (accessories) - risk of an accident or serious injury from elec-

trical shock.

■

After the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accesso-

ry) the trailer / accessory lights should be checked for function.

■

Never use the securing eye to tow - risk of accident!

Connect / disconnect

Swing out the tow bar » page 250.

Place the trailer (the accessory) onto the ball head.

Open the socket cap and insert the plug of the trailer (accessories) into the

›

CAUTION

›

■

An improperly connected electrical installation of the trailer (accessories) can

lead to the inoperability of the vehicle electronics.

The total power consumption of all the connected loads to the trailer power

supply must not exceed 350 watts, otherwise there is a risk of damage to the

electrical system of the vehicle.

13-pin socket

» Fig. 295. (If the trailer / accessories have a 7-pin connec-

tor, use a corresponding reduction piece from the ŠKODA Original Accesso-

ries).

Suspend the breakaway cable of the trailer at the safety eyelet

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(the

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breakaway cable must sag in all trailer settings in view of the vehicle).

Loading a trailer

Uncoupling takes place in reverse order.

Correct the tyre inflation pressure on the vehicle for “full load”» page 272.

Exterior mirrors

You should have additional exterior mirrors fitted if you are not able to see the

traffic behind the trailer using the standard rear-view mirrors.

Distribution of the cargo

Distribute the cargo in the trailer in such a way that heavy items are located as

close to the trailer axle as possible. Secure the load from slipping.

Headlights

The front of the vehicle may lift up when a trailer (accessory) is being towed

The distribution of the weight is very poor if your vehicle is unladen and the

trailer is laden. Drive with particular caution if you cannot avoid driving with

this combination.

and the headlights may dazzle other road users. Set the range of the headlights

» page 71, Operating the lights .

Power supply of the trailer / accessory power system

In the electrical connection between the vehicle and trailer (accessory), the

trailer (accessories) is supplied with power from the vehicle (with ignition

switched on and off).

WARNING

Sliding cargo can significantly adversely affect stability and driving safety -

risk of accident!

Applies to vehicles with Full LED headlights.

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Trailer load

The permissible trailer load must not be exceeded under any circumstances.

Permissible trailer load

Permissible trailer weight, braked (kg)

with gradients up to 12%.

Engine

1.0 ltr./85 kW TSI

Transmission

Permissible trailer load, unbraked (kg)

DSG

1200

1500/1200^a)

1500 x 1200^a)

1500

660

680

690

710

1.5 ltr./110 kW TSI ACT

1.6 ltr./85 kW TDI CR

DSG

1500

720

750

MG 4x4

DSG 4x4

2000

2.0 ltr./110 kW TDI CR

2.0 ltr./140 kW TDI CR

2000

The valid valve for your vehicle is to be found in the technical vehicle documentation, as well as the Declaration of Conformity (what is known as a COC document) or can be requested from a ŠKODA partner.

The valueswere not available at the time of going to press.

CAUTION

Towing a trailer

With frequent towing, the vehicle is excessively loaded so this must also be

checked between service intervals.

Driving speed

For safety reasons, do not drive faster than 100 km/h when hitching a trailer.

Anti-theft alarm system

Immediately reduce your speed as soon as even the slightest swaying of the

trailer is detected. Never attempt to stop the trailer from “swaying” by accel-

erating.

The alarm is triggered if, with a vehicle with activated anti-theft alarm (herein-

after only warning system), the electrical connection to the trailer (accessory)

is interrupted.

Brakes

Apply the brakes in good time! If the trailer is fitted with a trailer brake, apply

the brakes gently at first, then brake firmly. This will avoid brake jolts resulting

from the trailer wheels locking.

Always switch off the anti-theft alarm system before a trailer (accessory) is

coupled or uncoupled » page 62.

Conditions for including a trailer (accessory) in the anti-theft alarm system.

On downhill sections shift down a gear in good time to also use the engine as a

brake.



The vehicle is factory-fitted with an anti-theft alarm system and a towing

device.

The trailer (accessory) is electrically connected to the towing vehicle by

means of the trailer socket.

WARNING

Always drive particularly carefully with the trailer.



The electrical system of the vehicle and trailer (accessory) is functional.

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

The vehicle is locked and the anti-theft alarm system is activated.

The trailer (accessory) is not equipped with LED taillights.

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