Blue Ox BX4335 - Manual (Page 4)

FOLDING / MAINTENANCE
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Figure 5
UNHOOKING / FOLDING
1. Park the towing vehicle with vehicle in tow, in a
straight line, on a flat, level surface to insure
minimum pressure is exerted on the tow bar legs.
This will aid in releasing the locking handles.
Engage the towing vehicle parking brake.
Place the towed vehicle either in park for automatic
transmissions or securely in first gear for manual
transmissions. Unhook the lighting and safety
cables.
2. Push straight down on the end of the locking handles
to release each leg.
3. Remove the coupler from the ball.
4. With the driver's side locking handle now pressed
down, slide arm in toward car. Swing the tow bar up
and back until the coupler is pointing up, and the DS
pivot arm is free to slide the arm left (past the safety
stop and slide rail) for storage. Now lower the "ring"
(welded on top the coupler) down over the storage
post and insert the clip. (Figures 1 & 3)
MAINTENANCE
1. This tow bar requires periodic maintenance. It will be
subjected to road dirt and weather during use. The
following tips will help maintain the condition of your
new tow bar.
2. Keep the tow bar covered when not in use, on or off
of the towing vehicle. This will cut down on the dust
and dirt build up on the inside legs and latches of the
tow bar.
3. Periodically clean the entire surface of the tow bar
with a mild soap and water solution. Wipe dry with a
clean cloth.
LUBRICATION
1. Approximately once per year you should remove the
small cable ties holding the rubber boots on the legs,
slide the boots back, and apply a light coat of
multipurpose grease to each of the inside legs to
insure smooth operation. Secure each boot back in
place with an 8 inch nylon cable tie (available at
most automotive and hardware stores. (Figure 5)