Cleaning the trailer tow hitch
The ball coupling must be cleaned if it becomes dirty or corroded.
- Remove rust on the ball of the ball coupling, e.g. with a wire brush.
- Remove dirt with a clean, lint-free cloth or a brush.
- After cleaning, lightly grease the ball of the ball coupling again.
- Check that the vehicle's trailer tow hitch is working properly.
Observe the note on care provided by the trailer manufacturer.
You can also have the maintenance work on the ball coupling and the trailer
tow hitch carried out by a qualified specialist workshop.
Environmental note
Dispose of rags soaked in oil and grease in an environmentally responsible manner.
See also:
Activating/deactivating Blind Spot
Assist
You can use the Blind Spot Assist
function to activate or deactivate Blind Spot
Assist or Active Blind Spot
Assist.
Press or
on the steering wheel
to select the DriveAssist menu.
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Coat hooks on the tailgate
WARNING
The tailgate may close if too great a load is placed on the coat hooks.
You and/or others could be trapped and injured.
Only use the coat hooks for light clothing.
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Switching on Blind Spot Assist
► Make sure that the radar sensor system and Blind Spot Assist are activated in the on-board
computer.
► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
Warning lamps 1 light u ...
