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Towing bracket device
Anti-theft alarm
When the vehicle is locked, the alarm is trig-
gered when the el
ectrical connection be-
tween vehicle and trailer is interrupted.
Always turn off the anti-theft alarm system
before connecting or disconnecting a trailer
››› page 138.
Conditions for the integration of a trailer in
the anti-theft alarm system.
●
The vehicle is factory-equipped with an an-
ti-theft al
arm system and a towing bracket
device.
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The trailer is connected electrically to the
towing vehicle by the trailer connector.
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The electrical system of the vehicle and the
trailer are prepared for operation.
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The vehicle is locked with the ignition key
and the anti-theft alarm system is activated.
CAUTION
For technical reasons, trailers fitted with rear
LED lights ar
e not integrated in the anti-theft
alarm system.
Driving tips
Driving with a trailer always requires extra
c
ar
e.
W
eight distribution
The weight distribution of a loaded trailer
with an unladen vehicle is very unfavourable.
However, if this cannot be avoided, drive ex-
tra slowly to allow for the unbalanced weight
distribution.
Speed
The stability of the vehicle and trailer is re-
duced with increasing speed. For this reason,
it is advisable not to drive at the maximum
permissible speed in an unfavourable road,
weather or wind conditions. This applies es-
pecially when driving downhill.
You should always reduce speed immediately
if the trailer shows the slightest sign of snak-
ing. Never try to stop the “snaking” by in-
creasing speed.
Always brake in due course. If the trailer has
an overrun brake, apply the brakes gently at
first and then, firmly. This will prevent the
jerking that can be caused by locking of trail-
er wheels. Select a low gear in due course
before going down a steep downhill. This en-
ables you to use the engine braking to slow
down the vehicle.
Reheating
At very high temperatures and during pro-
longed slopes, driving in a low gear and high
engine speed, always monitor the coolant
temperature gauge ››› page 120.
Electronic Stability Control*
The ESC* system helps to stabilise the trailer
in case of skidding or rocking.
Retrofitting a towing bracket*
Fig. 226 Attachment points for towing brack-
et
.
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