Mercedes-Benz GLC : Coupling/uncoupling a trailer / Coupling up a trailer
NOTE Damage to the starter battery due
to full discharge
Charging the trailer battery using the power
supply of the trailer can damage the starter
battery.
Do not use the vehicle's
power supply
to charge the trailer battery.
Information about a suitable ball neck for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles can be obtained from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Remove the cover cap from the
ball neck
mount and store it in a safe place.
Position the trailer on a level
surface behind
the vehicle and couple it up to the vehicle.
Establish the electrical
connection between
the vehicle and the trailer.
Accessories can be connected to the permanent
power supply up to 180 W and to the
power supply that is switched on via the ignition
lock.
WARNING Risk of injury from the vehicle
level being changed
Vehicles with level control system: the
vehicle level may be changed unintentionally,
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WARNING Risk of being crushed and
becoming trapped when uncoupling a
trailer
When uncoupling a trailer with an engaged
inertia-activated brake, your hand may
become trapped between the vehicle and the
trailer drawbar...
Other information:
To preserve the engine during the first
1000 miles (1500 km):
Drive at varying road speeds and engine
speeds.
Do not drive at speeds greater than 85 mph
(140 km/h).
Drive the vehicle in drive program
or.
Shift to the next highest gear at the very latest
when the needle reaches the last third
before the red area in the tachometer...
WARNING Risk of accident and injury
due to an incorrectly installed ball coupling
If the ball coupling is not installed and
engaged correctly, it may become detached
during travel and endanger other road users.
There is a risk of fatal injury.
Install and secure the
ball coupling as
described in the ball coupling manufacturer's
installation instructions...