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Retrofitting a trailer hitch is permissible only if a
trailer load is specified in your vehicle docu‐
ments. If this is not the case, the vehicle is not
approved for trailer operation.
Further information can be obtained at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop.
If the trailer coupling is detachable, it is essen‐
tial to comply with the operating instructions of
the trailer coupling manufacturer.
Couple and uncouple the trailer carefully. If you
do not connect the trailer to the towing vehicle
correctly, the trailer may become detached.
Observe the following notes on the tongue
weight:
Do not use a tongue weight that exceeds or
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falls below the permissible tongue weight
Use a tongue weight as close as possible to
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the maximum tongue weight
Do not exceed the following values:
Permissible towing capacity
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Permissible rear axle load of the towing vehi‐
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cle
Permissible gross weight of the towing vehi‐
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cle
Permissible gross weight of the trailer
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Maximum permissible speed of the trailer
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Ensure the following before starting a journey:
The tire pressure on the rear axle of the tow‐
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ing vehicle is set for a maximum load
The lighting of the connected trailer is opera‐
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tional
In the event of increased rear axle load, the vehi‐
cle/trailer combination must not exceed a maxi‐
mum speed of 62 mph (100 km/h) for reasons
concerning the operating permit. This also
applies in countries in which the permissible
maximum speed for vehicle/trailer combinations
is above 62 mph (100 km/h).
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Attaching the ball neck
& WARNING Risk of accident and injury
due to an incorrectly installed ball cou‐
pling
If the ball coupling is not installed and
engaged correctly, it may become detached
during travel and endanger other road users.
There is a risk of fatal injury.
Install and secure the ball coupling as
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described in the ball coupling manufac‐
turer's installation instructions.
When the ball coupling has been instal‐
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led, ensure that it is correctly secured
before every trip.
& WARNING Risk of accident due to an
incorrectly installed and secured ball
coupling
If the ball coupling has not been correctly
installed and secured, the trailer can become
detached.
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