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264 Driving and parking
When mounted on ball head
R
pin 2, the maximum load capacity is
100 kg. You can transport up to four bicy‐
cles.
The maximum load capacity is calculated from
the weight of the bicycle rack and the bicycle
rack load.
Observe the notes on driving with a roof load,
trailer or fully laden vehicle (
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When using a bicycle rack, set the tyre pressure
for increased load on the rear axle of the vehicle.
Further information on the tyre pressure can be
found in the tyre pressure table (
Notes on loading
The larger the distance between the load's
centre of gravity and the ball head, the greater
the load on the trailer hitch.
Observe the following notes:
mount heavy bicycles as close to the vehicle
R
as possible
always distribute the load on the bicycle rack
R
as evenly as possible across the vehicle's
longitudinal axis
1
and guide
Mercedes-Benz recommends removing all
detachable parts from bicycles (e.g. baskets,
child seats, rechargeable batteries) before load‐
ing them onto the bicycle rack. This will improve
the aerodynamic resistance and centre of gravity
of the bicycle rack.
Always secure the bicycles to prevent them from
moving around and check them at regular inter‐
vals to ensure that they are secure.
page 166).
Do not use tarpaulins or other covers. The driv‐
ing characteristics and rear view may be
impaired. In addition, aerodynamic resistance
and the load on the trailer hitch will increase.
page 357).
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Load distribution on the bicycle rack
1
Vertical distance between centre of gravity
and ball head
2
Horizontal distance between centre of grav‐
ity and ball head
3
The centre of gravity is on the vehicle's
centre axis
Observe the following information when loading
the bicycle rack:
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