X Remove the spring cotter.
■ Remove the bolt from the ball coupling recess.
■ Remove the ball coupling from the ball coupling recess.
■ Clean the ball coupling if it is dirty.
Information on cleaning and care of the trailer tow hitch can be found at .
Pulling away
Automatic transmission
WARNING
If the engine speed is above the idling speed
and you engage transmission position D or
R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There
is a risk of an accident.
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Distronic plus
Important safety notes
WARNING
DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to:
• people or animals
• stationary obstacles on the road, e.g.
stopped or parked vehicles
• oncoming and crossing traffic
As a r ...
Trailer load/noseweight
The trailer load/noseweight affects the gross
weight of the vehicle. If a trailer is attached,
the trailer load/noseweight is included in the
load along with occupants and luggage. The
trailer loa ...