Mercedes-Benz GLC 2019, Owner'S Manual

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A display message may appear on the multifunc‐
tion display even if the trailer has been connec‐
ted correctly:
R
LEDs have been installed in the trailer light‐
ing system
R
the current has fallen below the trailer light‐
ing system's minimum current (50 mA)
% Accessories can be connected to the perma‐
nent power supply up to 180 W, and to the
power supply that is switched on via the igni‐
tion lock.
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.
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Do not uncouple trailers with an
engaged overrun brake.
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Secure the trailer against rolling away.
#
Disconnect the electrical connection
between the vehicle and the trailer.
#
Uncouple the trailer.
#
Place the cover on the ball head.
Bicycle rack function
&
WARNING Risk of an accident when
using the bicycle rack incorrectly
The bicycle rack may become detached from
the vehicle in the following cases:
R
the permissible load capacity of the
trailer hitch is exceeded.
R
the bicycle rack is used incorrectly.
R
the bicycle rack is secured to the ball
neck beneath the ball head.
Observe the following for your own safety
and that of other road users:
#
always adhere to the permissible load
capacity of the trailer hitch.
#
only use the bicycle rack to transport
bicycles.
#
always properly secure the bicycle rack
by attaching it to the ball head.
#
only use bicycle racks approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
#
always observe the bicycle rack operat‐
ing instructions.
*
NOTE Damage to, or cracks on, the
trailer hitch due to unsuitable bicycle
racks or bicycle racks being used incor‐
rectly
#
use only bicycle racks approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
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