Installing the gaiter

• Insert the gaiter (1) via the ball head.
• The gaiter (1) must be positioned correctly on the guides (2).

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• Correctly position the gaiter (2).
• Engage all latch mechanisms (1).

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• Correctly position the power socket (2).
• Secure new cable straps (1).

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• Tighten the screws (1).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Trailer socket on trailer tow hitch
  Screw	Tightening torque	5 Nm

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Follow-up Work 

• Install the trailer TOW HITCH .
• Install the rear bumper BRACE .
• Install rear bumper PANEL .
• Install both rear lights on the SIDE PANEL
• Install left luggage compartment wheel arch TRIM PANEL .
• Install the right luggage compartment wheel arch TRIM PANEL
• Install loading EDGE TRIM .
• Install the luggage compartment floor TRIM PANEL .