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1. Remove the protective cover from the tow hitch and stow it in the tow hitch

1. Remove the protective cover from the tow hitch and stow it in the tow hitch stowage area.

2. The tow hitch can only be installed when the green locking lever is in the unlocked position.

3. Insert the tow hitch into the mounting and push firmly upwards until the tow hitch locks into position.

4. The red marker must be completely covered by the green locking lever.

5. Turn the key counterclockwise to lock the tow hitch and remove the key before towing.

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