Position the ball within the range of bolt 1 or 2 to abide by a height B between 350 and 420 mm, with the vehicle loaded (use the example in the illustration above).

To assemble the towbar ball, please consult the equipment assembly instructions.

Special note related to connecting/disconnecting a trailer to/from the towing system

Each time a trailer or caravan is connected for the first time, when it is disconnected from the towing system or when replacing a faulty bulb on your vehicle Headlights, lights: replacing bulbs, your vehicle's lighting must be synchronised with your trailer or caravan lighting.

To do this:

  • switch off all of the lights on your vehicle (interior and exterior);
  • switch off the ignition;
  • get out of your vehicle, then lock all the doors using the key or the "hands-free" card Key, remote control, Card;
  • wait approximately 5 minutes before accessing your vehicle again.

Before driving, check the lighting functions.

Note: when connecting/disconnecting the trailer with the lights on, the trailer lights may flash.

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Permissible nose weight, maximum permissible towing weight while braked and unbraked Weights (in kg).

Choice and fitting of towing equipment

Maximum weight of towing equipment:

  • Towbar (cross member and hitch) originally fitted to the vehicle: the tow ball (fixed/retractable/removable) must not exceed 9.5 kg;
  • Towbar (cross member and hitch) not originally fitted to the vehicle: the entire towbar and mountings must not exceed 31.5 kg.

Any towing device must not obstruct any lighting component or the number plate when not in use. In all cases, you must comply with the regulations of the particular country you are in.

For fitting and conditions of use, refer to the equipment fitting instructions. Please keep these instructions with the rest of the vehicle documentation.