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:
The ECO display summarizes your driving characteristics
from the start of the journey to its
completion and assists you in achieving the
most economical driving style.
You can influence consumption by doing the following:
Driving with particular care
Driving the vehicle in drive program
Observing the gearshift recommendations
The inner segment will light up and the outer
segment will fill up when the following driving
style is adopted:
Moderate acceleration
Gentle deceleration and
rolling
Consistent speed
The inner segment will not light up and the outer
segment will empty when the following driving
style is adopted:
Sporty acceleration
Heavy braking
Fluctuations in speed
The ECO display will show you when you have
driven economically:
The three outer segments are completely filled
simultaneously...
Your vehicle is equipped with the Mercedes-Benz
emergency call system ("eCall"). This feature can
help save lives in the event of an accident. eCall
in no way replaces assistance provided from
dialing 911.
Mercedes-Benz eCall only functions in areas
where mobile phone coverage is available from
the wireless service providers...