Mercedes-Benz GLC : Coupling/uncoupling a trailer / Uncoupling a trailer
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.
Do not uncouple trailers
with an
engaged overrun brake.
NOTE Damage when uncoupling in a
state of overrun
Uncoupling in a state of overrun can damage
the vehicle.
Do not uncouple trailers
with an
engaged overrun brake.
WARNING Risk of becoming trapped
when disconnecting the trailer cable
Vehicles with level control system: The
vehicle may lower when the trailer cable is
disconnected.
This could result in you or other people
becoming trapped if your or their limbs are
between the vehicle body and the tires or
underneath the vehicle.
Make sure that nobody is
underneath
the vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arches when you disconnect
the trailer cable.
Disconnect the electrical
connection
between the vehicle and the trailer.
Uncouple the trailer.
Place the cover on the ball
neck mount.
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...
The vehicle is not suitable for the use of tow bar
systems that are used for flat towing or dinghy
towing, for example. Attaching and using tow bar
systems can lead to damage on the vehicle...
Other information:
Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever
WARNING Risk of accident due to incorrect
gearshifting
If the engine speed is higher than the idle
speed and you engage the transmission position
or
, the vehicle may accelerate
sharply.
If you engage the
transmission position
or
when the vehicle is at a
standstill, always depress the brake
pedal firmly and do not accelerate at
the same time...
Notes on coolant
Observe the notes on operating fluids.
WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from
antifreeze
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot
component parts in the engine compartment,
it may ignite.
Allow the engine to cool
down before
adding antifreeze...