Operation
Driving instructions
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Set the ADS* to AUTO or COMFORT
(୴ page 255).
Towing a trailer
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Do not connect a trailer brake system (if
trailer is so equipped) directly to the vehicle’s
hydraulic brake system, as your vehicle is
equipped with antilock brakes. If you do, neither
the vehicle’s brakes nor the trailer’s brakes will
function properly.
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.
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Turn off the engine (୴ page 66).
Close all doors and the tailgate.
Attach the trailer.
i The provided vehicle electrical wiring
harness for trailer towing has a brake signal wire
for hook-up to a brake controller.
Plug in all electrical connectors.
Note the following points, when driving
with the trailer:
You should consider using a trailer sway control i Vehicles with air suspension program*:
system. For further information, contact an
When you are towing a trailer, the vehicle level
authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
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.
always remains in the Highway setting.
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Make sure the automatic transmission
is set to P (୴ page 185).
The following applies additionally when towing a
trailer:
Set the parking brake for the vehicle
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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.
(
୴ page 65).
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Before you start driving check the
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Start the engine (୴ page 54).
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The high-speed level is not available.
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trailer hitch
Vehicles with air suspension program*:
Set the vehicle level to Highway
The restrictions that apply to towing also apply
when using accessories that are connected to
the trailer power socket, such as a bicycle rack.
break-away switch
safety chains
(
୴ page 255).
electrical connections
lighting and tires
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz M-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz ML320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz ML350, Mercedes-Benz ML550, Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W164 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
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