Storing the ball coupling

Do not carry the ball coupling in the vehicle WARNING
Do not carry the ball coupling in the vehicle interior if it is not secured.
Otherwise, you and others could be injured by the ball coupling being thrown around if you:
- brake sharply
- change direction suddenly
- are involved in an accident

– Open the stowage well under the cargo compartment floor.
– Remove the protective cap from the ball coupling recess.
– Press the protective cap into the ball coupling recess until it engages.
– Make sure that the protective cap is firmly in place.
– Store the ball coupling in the ball coupling recess with the bolt and spring cotter inserted.

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