Coupling up a trailer
Observe the maximum permissible trailer dimensions (width and length).
Most U.S. states and all Canadian provinces require by law:
- safety chains between the towing vehicle and the trailer. The chains should be crosswound under the trailer drawbar. They must be fastened to the vehicle's trailer coupling, not to the bumper or the axle. Allow for enough play in the chains to facilitate turning tight corners.
- a separate brake system for certain types of trailer.
- a safety switch for braked trailers. Check the specific legal requirements
applicable to your state.
If the trailer detaches from the towing vehicle, the safety switch applies the trailer's brakes.
Do not connect the trailer's brake system (if featured) to the hydraulic brake system of the towing vehicle, as the latter is equipped with an anti-lock brake system. Doing so will result in a loss of function of the brake systems of both the vehicle and the trailer.
The vehicle's wiring harness features a connection to the brake indicator lamp.
- Make sure that the automatic transmission is set to position P.
- Apply the vehicle's parking brake.
- Close all doors and the tailgate.
- Couple up the trailer.
- Establish all electrical connections.
See also:
Roadside Assistance button
Open the stowage compartment under the
armrest.
Press and hold Roadside Assistance
button 1 for more than two seconds.
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center ...
Overview of sun visors
WARNING
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun
visors closed while the vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and
others.
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Setting the air distribution
Air distribution settings
Directs air through the center
and side air vents
Directs the airflow through the
footwell air vents
Directs air through the center,
side and footwell vents
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