Trailer Tow Hitch; Maximum Gradient Climbing Ability - Mercedes-Benz GLK 350 4MATIC Operator's Manual

Trailer tow hitch

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Approach/departure angle
Front approach/departure angle : is a
maximum of 22.5° and rear approach/
departure angle ; is a maximum of 24.3°.
For further information about approach/
departure angles, see (
Maximum gradient-climbing
capability
Note that the vehicle's gradient-climbing
capability depends on the off-road conditions
and the road surface conditions.
The maximum gradient climbing capability is
70%.
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If the load on the front axle is reduced
when pulling away on a steep uphill slope,
the front wheels have a tendency to spin.
4ETS recognizes this and brakes the
wheels accordingly. The rear wheel torque
is increased, making it easier to drive off.
For further information about the maximum
gradient climbing ability, see (
Trailer tow hitch
Mounting dimensions
! If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
changes to the engine cooling system and
drive train may be necessary, depending on
the vehicle type.
21 At a minimum gradient-climbing capability of 12% from a standstill.
The drawbar noseweight is not included in the trailer load.
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page 173).
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page 173).
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I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
Anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch
(example)
Anchorage points
:
Rear axle center line
;
Trailer loads
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
Permissible trailer load,
unbraked
Permissible trailer load,
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braked
Maximum drawbar
22
noseweight
Permissible rear axle
load when towing a trailer
The actual noseweight may not be higher than
the value which is given. The value can be
found on the trailer tow hitch or trailer
All models
3500 lbs
(1588 kg)
280 lbs
(127 kg)
3108 lbs
(1410 kg)