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TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed 100 km/h (62 mph).
The rear tyre pressures must be
increased by 0.2 bar (3 psi) above
specification. See Technical
Specifications (page 125).
Do not exceed the maximum gross
train weight stated on the vehicle
identification plate. See Vehicle
Identification Plate (page 126).
CAUTION
Do not exceed the maximum
permissible nose weight, i.e. vertical
weight on the tow ball, of 50
kilogrammes (110 pounds).
Note: Not all vehicles are suitable or
approved to have tow bars fitted. Check
with your dealer first.
Place loads as low and central to the
axle(s) of the trailer as possible. If you are
towing with an unladen vehicle, the load
in the trailer should be placed toward the
nose, within the maximum nose load, as
this gives the best stability.
Note: The maximum trailer nose weight
can be found in the original vehicle
documents (confirmation of conformity).
Alternatively refer to your dealer.
The stability of the vehicle to trailer
combination is very much dependant on
the quality of the trailer.
In high altitude regions above 1000 metres
(3281 feet), the stipulated maximum
permitted gross train weight must be
reduced by 10% for every additional 1000
metres (3281 feet).
Towing
Steep gradients
The overrun brake on a trailer is not
controlled by ABS.
Change down a gear before you reach a
steep downhill gradient.
TOW BALL
Never leave the detached tow ball
arm unsecured inside the vehicle.
This would increase the risk of injury
in an accident.
Take special care when fitting the
tow ball arm as the safety of the
vehicle and the trailer depends on
this.
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A 13-pin trailer socket and the tow ball arm
seat are provided underneath the rear
bumper. Turn the trailer socket down
through 90 degrees until it engages in the
end position.
When not in use, always transport the tow
ball arm securely fastened in the luggage
compartment. Insert the plug into its seat.
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