Trailer Hitch - Mercedes-Benz GLS 2020 Operator's Manual

Model 1 1
All models 11.8 in (30 cm)
Approach/departure angle
The specified values are maximum values for
vehicles that are ready to drive.
On vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL, loads up
to the maximum permissible load have no influ‐
ence on the approach/departure angle.
Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter‐
rain ( page 160).
/
Fording Model
depth
All models
Maximum gradient climbing ability
The vehicle's gradient climbing ability depends
on the weight distribution in the vehicle, the ter‐
rain conditions and the road surface conditions.
The specified value applies in the following
cases:
The vehicle is ready to drive
R
The road surface conditions and thus trac‐
R
tion are good
A gradient climbing ability of 100% corresponds
to an incline of 45°.
Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter‐
rain (
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Missing values were not available at the time of
going to press.
Model
1 1 Front 2 2 Rear
All models
29.6° 23.6°

Trailer hitch

General notes on the trailer hitch
Modifications to the engine cooling system may
be necessary, depending on the vehicle model.
The retrofitting of a trailer hitch is only permissi‐
ble if a towing capacity is specified in your vehi‐
cle documents.
Further information can be obtained at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop.
Technical data 503
page 160).
Maximum gra‐
dient climbing
ability