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Accessories can be connected to the perma-
nent power supply up to 180 W and to the
power supply that is switched on via the igni-
tion lock.
Uncoupling a trailer
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WARNING Risk of being crushed and
becoming trapped when uncoupling a
trailer
When uncoupling a trailer with an engaged
inertia-activated brake, your hand may
become trapped between the vehicle and the
trailer drawbar.
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Do not uncouple trailers with an engaged
overrun brake.
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NOTE Damage during uncoupling with an
engaged overrun brake
The vehicle may be damaged if you uncouple
with an engaged overrun brake.
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Do not uncouple trailers with an engaged
overrun brake.
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Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
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Disconnect the electrical connection between
the vehicle and the trailer.
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Uncouple the trailer.
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Disassemble the ball neck, following the ball
neck manufacturer's installation instructions.
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Place the cover on the ball neck mount.
Vehicle towing instructions
The vehicle is not suitable for the use of tow bar
systems that are used for at towing or dinghy
towing, for example. Attaching and using tow bar
systems can result in damage to the vehicle.
When you are towing a vehicle with tow bar sys-
tems, safe driving characteristics cannot be guar-
anteed for the towing vehicle or the towed vehicle.
The vehicle-trailer combination may swerve from
side to side.
Observe the following information:
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Permitted towing methods (/ page 340)
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The notes on towing the vehicle with both
axles on the ground (/ page 341)
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