Cleaning the trailer tow hitch
The ball coupling must be cleaned if it becomes dirty or corroded.
– Remove rust on the ball of the ball coupling,
e.g. with a wire brush.
– Remove dirt with a clean, lint-free cloth or
a brush.
– After cleaning, lightly grease the ball of the
ball coupling again.
– Check that the vehicle's trailer tow hitch is
working properly.
Observe the note on care provided by the
trailer manufacturer.
You can also have the maintenance work
on the ball coupling and the trailer tow hitch
carried out by a qualified specialist
workshop.
Environmental note
Dispose of rags soaked in oil and grease in an
environmentally responsible manner.
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Cleaning the wheels
Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products
to remove brake dust. This could damage
wheel bolts and brake components.
Do not park the vehicle for an extended
period straight after cleaning it, pa ...