Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, Operator'S Manual

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% The maneuvering assistant must be active
for the function of Drive Away Assist
(
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page 227) and Cross Traffic Alert
(
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page 228).
Trailer hitch
Notes on trailer operation
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NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles
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Observe the notes in the Supplement.
You could otherwise fail to recognize
dangers.
* NOTE Plug-in hybrid
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Observe the notes in the Supplement.
You could otherwise fail to recognize
dangers.
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WARNING Risk of accident due to
unsuitable ball neck
If you install an unsuitable ball neck, the
trailer hitch and the rear axle may be overloa‐
ded.
This can significantly impair the driving char‐
acteristics and the trailer may become loose.
There is a risk of fatal injury.
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Only install a ball neck that complies
with the permissible dimensions and is
designed for the requirements of trailer
operation.
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Do not modify the ball neck or the
trailer hitch.
The values approved by the manufacturer can be
found on the identification plates and in the
"Technical data" section under "Trailer hitch" for
the towing vehicle (
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page 361).
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WARNING Swerving of the vehicle/
trailer combination due to increased
speed
You could lose control of the vehicle/trailer
combination.
The vehicle/trailer combination may even tip
over.
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Under no circumstances should you try
to straighten the vehicle/trailer combi‐
nation by increasing the speed.
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Reduce your speed and do not counter‐
steer.
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If necessary, apply the brakes.
* NOTE Damage to the engine as a result
of overheating
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If you retrofit a trailer hitch, modifica‐
tions to the engine cooling system may
be necessary, depending on the vehicle
model.
When retrofitting a trailer hitch, observe the
fastening points on the chassis.
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