Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: 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 load/noseweight is usually between 8% and 15% of the gross weight of the trailer and its cargo.
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Even if you have calculated the total load
carefully, you should still make sure that the
gross vehicle weight rating and the gross axle
weight rating are not exceeded. Details can
be found on the ...
Maximum load rating
WARNING
Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified load limit as indicated on the Tire
and Loading Information placard on the
driver's door B-pillar. Overloading the tires
c ...
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when the engine is started. If the lamp remains on, flashes, or illuminates while
driving, stop the vehicle as soon ...
Infrared reflective windshield
The infrared reflecting glass prevents the
vehicle interior from becoming too hot. It also
blocks radio waves up into the gigahertz
range.
In order to operate radio-controlled
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Essential towing checks
• When calculating the laden weight of the trailer, remember to include
the weight of the trailer, plus the weight of the load.
• If the load can be divided between the vehicle and trailer ...






