Trailer tow hitch
Mounting dimensions
If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, changes to the cooling system and drive train may be necessary, depending on the vehicle type.
If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, observe the anchorage points on the chassis frame.
Anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch (example)
1 Anchorage points
2 Rear axle center line
Trailer loads
Trailer loads, trailer drawbar noseweights and axle loads
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Ball position
Ball position of the ball coupling
When choosing a ball coupling, the dimensions stated in the illustration must not be exceeded.
See also:
Securing cargo
Important safety notes
WARNING
Distribute the load on the cargo tie down rings
evenly.
Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be
injured by objects being thrown around if you:
• brake sharply
• c ...
Winter driving
General notes
WARNING
If you shift down on a slippery road surface in
an attempt to increase the engine's braking
effect, the drive wheels could lose their grip.
There is an increased danger of ...
Towing in the event of malfunctions
General not
If you are removing the propeller shaft,
use M10 nuts as spacers on the M8 bolts
and secure them with M8 nuts.
New self-locking nuts must be used when
the propeller shafts are refit ...