User Manual - Page 143

For 2012 OPEL MERIVA.

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Driving and operating 143
The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (75 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
Rear axle load
When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded, the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) may be exceeded by
60 kg, the gross vehicle weight rating
may be exceeded by 70 kg. If the
permissible rear axle load is
exceeded, a maximum speed of
100 km/h applies.
Towing equipment
Caution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.
Stowage of the detachable
coupling ball bar
The bag with the coupling ball bar is
stowed in the rear stowage
compartment on the floor.
Stick the strap through the lashing
eye and tighten the strap to secure
the bag.
Fitting the detachable coupling
ball bar
Disengage and fold down the socket.
Remove the sealing plug from the
opening for the coupling ball bar and
stow it.
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