Operation
Driving instructions
̈
̈
̈
Close all doors and the tailgate.
Attach the trailer.
Note the following points, when driving
with the trailer:
ț
ț
Always secure items in the trailer to
prevent load shifts while driving.
ț
In order to gain skill and an understand-
ing of the vehicle’s behavior, you
should practice turning, stopping and
backing up in an area which is free from
traffic.
When towing a trailer, check occasion-
ally to make sure the load is secure,
and that lighting and trailer brakes (if
so equipped) are functioning properly.
Plug in all electrical connectors.
i When you are towing a trailer, the vehicle
level always remains in the Highway setting.
The following applies additionally when towing a
trailer:
ț
ț
ț
Take into consideration that when tow-
ing a trailer, the handling characteris-
tics are different and less stable from
those when operating the vehicle with-
out a trailer.
ț
Before you start driving check the
ț
The vehicle is lowered to the highway level
when it reaches a speed of 5 mph (8 km/h)
if not set to highway level.
ț
ț
ț
ț
ț
trailer hitch
break-away switch
safety chains
ț
The high-speed level is not available.
It is important to avoid sudden maneu-
vers.
The restrictions that apply to towing also apply
when using accessories that are connected to
the trailer power socket, such as a bicycle rack.
electrical connections
lighting and tires
The vehicle and trailer combination is
heavier, and therefore is limited in ac-
celeration and climbing ability, and re-
quires longer stopping distances.
ț
ț
Adjust the mirrors (୴ page 52) to
permit unobstructed view beyond rear
of trailer.
Towing a trailer
There are many different laws, including
speed limit restrictions, having to do with
trailer towing. Make sure your rig will be le-
gal, not only for where you reside, but also
for where you will be driving. A good
source for this information can be the po-
lice or local authorities.
It is more prone to reacting to cross
wind gusts, and requires more sensi-
tive steering input.
If the trailer has electric brakes, start
your vehicle and trailer moving slowly,
and then apply only the trailer brake
controller by hand to make sure the
brakes are working properly.
If possible, do not brake abruptly, but
rather engage the brake slightly at first
to permit the trailer to activate its
brake. Then increase the braking force.
369
| Categories | Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Mercedes-Benz GL320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz GL450, Mercedes-Benz X164 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| Download File |
|
| Document File Type | |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
(0 votes, average: 0 out of 5)