Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual page 166

164 Driving and parking
Note the following regarding the tongue weight:
Make full use of the maximum tongue weight,
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where possible.
Never fall below a legally prescribed minimum
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tongue weight; the tongue weight must
always be positive.
Do not exceed or fall below the permissible
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tongue weights – this must be observed dur‐
ing loading and unloading of the trailer.
Do not exceed the following values:
Permitted braked or unbraked towing capa‐
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city
The maximum permissible towing capacity for
unbraked trailers is 1,653 lbs (750 kg).
Permissible rear axle load of the towing vehi‐
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cle
Permissible gross mass of the towing vehicle
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Permissible gross mass of the trailer
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Permissible gross combination mass
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Maximum permissible speed of the trailer
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The relevant permitted values, which must not be
exceeded, can be found in the following places:
In your vehicle documents
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On the identification plate of the trailer hitch
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On the trailer's identification plate
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On the vehicle identification plate
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If there are discrepancies between the values, the
lowest one shall apply.
Before driving off, ensure the following:
The tire pressure on the rear axle of the tow‐
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ing vehicle has been set for the maximum
load.
The headlamps have been set correctly.
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Values approved by the manufacturer can be
found on the identification plates and in the sec‐
tion for the towing vehicle (
Your vehicle will behave differently with a trailer
relative to without a trailer:
The vehicle/trailer combination will be heav‐
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ier.
The vehicle/trailer combination will be
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restricted in its acceleration and climbing
ability.
The vehicle/trailer combination will have an
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increased braking distance.
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The vehicle/trailer combination will be more
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susceptible to crosswind gusts.
The vehicle/trailer combination will require
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more sensitive steering.
The vehicle/trailer combination will have a
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larger turning circle.
This may impair the vehicle's driving characteris‐
tics.
When driving with a vehicle/trailer combination,
always adapt your speed to the current road and
weather conditions. Drive carefully. Keep a suffi‐
cient safe distance.
Comply with the maximum speed of 49 mph
(80 km/h) or 62 mph (100 km/h), even in coun‐
tries in which higher speeds are permitted for
vehicle/trailer combinations.
Comply with the legally prescribed maximum
speed for vehicle/trailer combinations in force in
the country, state or Canadian province in ques‐
tion. Before setting off, consult the trailer's vehi‐
cle documents to see the maximum permissible
speed for your trailer.
Attach only an approved trailer hitch to your vehi‐
cle. Use only a ball neck that has been approved
for your vehicle. Further information about availa‐
bility and installation of the trailer electrics is
available from any qualified specialist workshop.
The trailer hitch is one of the most important
vehicle parts for road safety. Comply with the
instructions on operating, maintaining and servic‐
ing in the manufacturer's operating instructions.
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Your vehicle's bumpers are not suitable for
installing detachable trailer tow hitches.
Do not attach any rented trailer tow hitches or
any other detachable trailer tow hitches to the
bumpers.
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When using a trailer, remember that
PARKTRONIC is available only to a limited
extent, if at all.
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The height of the ball head will change
depending on the vehicle's load. In this case,
use a trailer with a height-adjustable draw‐
bar.
Driving notes
The maximum permissible speed for vehicle/
trailer combinations depends on the type of
trailer. Before setting off, consult the trailer's
vehicle documents to see the maximum permissi‐
ble speed for your trailer.