STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
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Towing bracket
A towing bracket means that it is possible to e.g.
tow a trailer behind the car.
If the car is equipped with a removable towbar,
the installation instructions for the loose section
must be followed carefully, see Detachable tow-
bar* - attachment/removal (p. 308).
WARNING
If the car is fitted with a Volvo detachable
towbar:
•Follow the installation instructions care-
fully.
•The detachable section must be locked
with the key before setting off.
•Check that the indicator window shows
green.
Important checks
•The towbar's towball must be cleaned and
greased regularly.
WARNING
The moving parts of the detachable towbar
must not be lubricated/oiled. This may reduce
safety.
NOTE
When a hitch with a vibration damper is used,
the towball must not be lubricated.
This also applies when fitting a bicycle rack
that is clamped in around the towball.
Related information
•Driving with a trailer (p. 303)
•Detachable towbar* - specifications (p. 307)
•Detachable towbar* - storage (p. 306)
Detachable towbar* - storage
Store the detachable towbar in the cargo area.
The detachable towbar must be stored in the foam
block14 under the cargo area floor when not in use.
IMPORTANT
Always remove the detachable towbar after
use and store it in the designated location in
the car.
Related information
•Detachable towbar* - specifications (p. 307)
•Detachable towbar* - attachment/removal
(p. 308)
•Driving with a trailer (p. 303)
14 The figure is schematic, the foam block may have different appearances depending on the car's equipment.
