Notes on towing a trailer

Important safety notes

WARNING When towing a trailer, incorrect equipment 
When towing a trailer, incorrect equipment and driving style could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Towing incorrectly or not observing this Operator's Manual could lead to damage to the vehicle and/or serious injuries. Observe the following guidelines to ensure safe trailer towing.
Contact a Mercedes-Benz Center if you need further explanation of the information contained in this Operator's Manual.

General information

• Only install an approved trailer coupling on your vehicle.
Further information on availability and on installation is available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
• The bumpers of your vehicle are not suitable for installing detachable trailer couplings.
• Do not install hired trailer couplings or other detachable trailer couplings on the bumpers of your vehicle.
• To reduce the risk of damage to the ball coupling, remove it from the ball coupling recess when not in use.

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