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 ...
See also:
Operating power lift gate
To operate the power lift gate, the selector
lever must be in the P (Park) position.
The power lift gate will not operate if the
battery voltage is low.
Power lift gate main switch
The power ...
Installing/removing the towing eye
Installing the towing eye
Vehicles with a trailer tow hitch: if possible
secure the towing device on the trailer tow
hitch.
► Remove the towing eye from the vehicle
tool kit.
WARNING&nbs ...
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving
defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts .
► Assume that other road users (pedestrians, b ...






