Towing a trailer
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equipped with an anti-lock brake system.
Doing so will result in a loss of function of
the brake systems of both the vehicle and
the trailer.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
should you require an explanation of
information contained in this manual.
General information
i The vehicle's wiring harness features a
line to the brake indicator lamp.
ROnly install an approved trailer coupling on
your vehicle.
Further information on availability and on
installation is available from any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
RThe bumpers of your vehicle are not
suitable for installing detachable trailer
couplings.
X Make sure that the automatic transmission
is set to position P.
X Apply the vehicle's parking brake.
X Close all doors and the tailgate.
X Couple up the trailer.
X Establish all electrical connections.
RDo not install hired trailer couplings or
other detachable trailer couplings on the
bumpers of your vehicle.
RTo reduce the risk of damage to the ball
coupling, remove it from the ball coupling
recess when not in use.
Towing a trailer
There are numerous legal requirements
concerning the towing of a trailer, e.g. speed
restrictions. Make sure that your vehicle/
trailer combination complies with the local
requirements not only in your area of
residence but also at any location to which
you are traveling. The police and local
authorities can provide reliable information.
Please observe the following when towing a
trailer:
Coupling up a trailer
Observe the maximum permissible trailer
dimensions (width and length).
Most federal states and all Canadian
provinces require by law:
RTo acquaint yourself with driving with a
trailer and with the resulting changes to
handling, you should practice cornering,
stopping and reversing in a traffic-free
location.
Rsafety chains between the towing vehicle
and the trailer. The chains should be cross-
wound under the trailer drawbar. They must
be fastened to the vehicle's trailer
coupling, not to the bumper or the axle.
RBefore driving, check:
Allow for enough play in the chains to
facilitate turning tight corners.
Ra separate brake system for certain types
of trailer.
Ra safety switch for braked trailers. Check
the specific legal requirements applicable
to your federal state.
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the trailer coupling
the safety switch for braked trailers
the safety chains
the electrical connections
the lights
the wheels
RAdjust the exterior mirrors to provide an
unobstructed view of the rear section of the
trailer.
If the trailer detaches from the towing
vehicle, the safety switch applies the
trailer's brakes.
RIf the trailer features electronically
controlled brakes, pull away the vehicle/
trailer combination carefully, manually
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(if featured) to the hydraulic brake system
of the towing vehicle, as the latter is
Do not connect the trailer's brake system
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz GLK350, Mercedes-Benz X204 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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