A fitted but unused ball mount holder can increase the risk of injuries in the event of a rear-end collision.
Always remove the ball mount holder when it is not being used.
NOTICE
Fitting an unsuitable ball mount can cause vehicle damage and invalidation of the operating license.
Use the ball mount supplied by the factory or a ball mount approved for your vehicle model and its model year. Volkswagen recommends the use of
Volkswagen original parts or Volkswagen original accessories, which you can acquire from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility.
NOTICE
The vehicle was not designed to tow trailers requiring larger ball mounts than those specified. The use of an unsuitable trailer hitch can cause vehicle damage.
Never use ball mounts with a diameter that exceeds 50.8 mm (2 inches).
Never use an adapter in order to use a larger ball mount.
If necessary, you may use an adapter to enable you to mount a bicycle carrier or similar. Always observe the weight specifications when doing so.
Make sure that the taillights are not obscured by the use of a bicycle rack or similar equipment.
Retrofitting a trailer hitch
Volkswagen recommends having a trailer hitch retrofitted by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. For example,
modifications to the cooling system or the installation of heat shields may be necessary. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Mount the trailer hitch in accordance with the instructions supplied.
A retrofitted, non-removable trailer hitch must not cover the label or the lighting system on the rear of the vehicle. Note the country-specific regulations for using a b
.
WARNING
Improperly or incorrectly connected electrical wires can lead to malfunctions in the entire vehicle electronics system as well as accidents and serious or fatal
injuries.
Never connect the electrical system on a trailer directly to the electrical connectors for the taillights or other unsuitable power sources.
Only use suitable connectors to connect the trailer.
If retrofitting the vehicle with a trailer hitch, have the work performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
WARNING
Incorrect mounting or the use of an unsuitable trailer hitch can lead to the trailer becoming detached from the towing vehicle during the journey, potentially
causing serious accidents and serious or fatal injuries.
Only have work on your trailer hitch or the retrofitting of a trailer hitch carried out by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen service
facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Only use trailer hitches that are provided for the vehicle model, model year and vehicle equipment by the corresponding manufacturer. Volkswagen
recommends the use of Volkswagen original parts or Volkswagen original accessories, which you can acquire from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Roof rack
Introduction
Depending on the model, the vehicle may be designed to have a roof rack installed.
Bulky objects can be transported on the vehicle roof using the roof rack.
If you are not sure if your vehicle is designed to have a roof rack installed, check with an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Only use roof racks that are approved by Volkswagen for use with your vehicle.
Do not use or retrofit a roof rack if this is not approved for your vehicle.
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