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prescribed maximum speed in the relevant
country.
For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max-
imum permissible rear axle load is increased
when towing a trailer. Refer to the "Technical
data" section to find out whether this applies
to your vehicle.If, while towing a trailer, there
is an added maximum rear axle load, the vehi-
cle/trailer combination may not exceed a
maximum speed of 100 km/h for reasons
concerning the operating permit. This also
applies in countries in which the permissible
maximum speed for vehicle/trailer combina-
tions is above 100 km/h.
When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling
characteristics will be different in comparison
to when driving without a trailer and it will
consume more fuel.
Driving tips
If the trailer swings from side to side:
X
Do not accelerate.
X
Do not countersteer.
X
Brake if necessary.
Maintain a greater distance from the vehi-
R
cle in front than when driving without a
trailer.
Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake
R
gently at first to allow the trailer to run on.
Then, increase the braking force rapidly.
The values given for gradient-climbing
R
capabilities from a standstill refer to sea
level. When driving in mountainous areas,
note that the power output of the engine,
and consequently the vehicle's gradient-
climbing capability, decrease with increas-
ing altitude.
Trailer tow hitches
General notes
!
Clean the trailer tow hitch if it is dirty.
Ball coupling trailer tow hitch
Example: ball coupling trailer tow hitch with 12-pin
socket
12-pin socket, 24 V
:
Ball coupling
;
Hook-type trailer tow hitch
Example: hook-type trailer tow hitch with 12-pin
socket
12-pin socket, 24 V
:
Hook
;
Coupling/decoupling a trailer
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If you uncouple a trailer with an engaged over-
run brake, you could trap your hand between
the vehicle and the trailer drawbar. This poses
a risk of injury.
Do not uncouple a trailer with an engaged
overrun brake.
Towing a trailer
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