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Driving instructions
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Observe maximum permitted trailer
dimensions (width and length).
X Attach the trailer.
X Plug in all electrical connectors.
Most states and all Canadian provinces
require
i When you are towing a trailer, the vehicle
level always remains in the highway setting.
The following applies additionally when
towing a trailer:
Rsafety chains between the towing vehicle
and the trailer
The chains should be criss-crossed under
the trailer tongue. They must be attached
to the hitch receiver, and not to the
vehicle’s bumper or axle.
RThe vehicle is lowered to the highway
level when it reaches a speed of 5 mph
(8
km/h) if not set to highway level.
RThe highspeed level is not available.
Make sure to leave enough slack in the
chains to permit turning corners.
The restrictions that apply to towing also
apply when using accessories that are
connected to the trailer power socket, such
as a bicycle rack.
Ra separate brake system at various trailer
weights
Ra break-away switch on trailers with a
separate brake system.
Check with your local state laws for specific
requirements.
The switch activates the trailer brakes in
the possible event that the trailer might
separate from the tow vehicle.
Towing a trailer
There are many different laws, including
speed limit restrictions, having to do with
trailer towing. Make sure your rig will be legal,
not only for where you reside, but also for
where you will be driving. A good source for
this information can be the police or local
authorities.
!
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.
Note the following, when driving with a trailer:
RIn order to gain skill and an understanding
of the vehicle’s behavior, you should
practice turning, stopping and backing up
in an area which is free of traffic.
i The provided vehicle electrical wiring
harness for trailer towing has a brake signal
wire for hook-up to a brake controller.
RBefore you start driving check the
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-
-
trailer hitch
X Make sure the automatic transmission is in
park position P (Y page 114).
break-away switch
safety chains
X Engage the parking brake for the vehicle
(
Y page 112).
- electrical connections
X Start the engine (Y page 108).
X Select the highway level (Y page 159).
X Vehicles with Adaptive Damping System
(ADS):
-
-
lighting
tires
RAdjust the mirrors (Y page 93) to permit
unobstructed view beyond rear of trailer.
Set the ADS to AUTO or COMF
(
X Turn off the engine (Y page 112).
X Close all doors and the tailgate.
Y page 158).
RIf the trailer has electric brakes, start your
vehicle and trailer moving slowly, and then
apply only the trailer brake controller by
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC, Mercedes-Benz GL450, Mercedes-Benz GL500, Mercedes-Benz GL550, Mercedes-Benz X164 |
| Model Year | 2010 |
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