▷ If Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated
or has malfunctioned.
▷ When the power consumption of a trailer is
too low, for instance due to tail lights with
LED technology, to be detected by the sys-
tem.
Brake Controller
The vehicle manufacturer recommends having
a brake controller installed by an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
Information on brake controller installation can
be obtained from an authorized service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Rear carriers
Principle
Rear carriers, e.g., rear bicycle racks, are devi-
ces that are mounted on the trailer hitch ball
head in order to transport luggage.
When driving with a rear carrier, you must fol-
low various specifications, e.g., correct load.
General information
Rear carriers recommended by the manufac-
turer of the vehicle are available as optional
accessories.
Bicycle rack systems can be used for a maxiu-
mum of three bicycles.
Installation
Follow the assembly instructions for the rear
carrier when installing.
Loading
The permissible gross weight of the loaded
rear carrier depends on how far its center of
gravity is from the ball head.
▷ If the center of gravity is up to 11.8 in-
ches/30 cm from the ball head, the gross
weight of the rear carrier must not exceed
165 lbs/75 kg.
▷ If the center of gravity is 23.5 inches/60 cm
from the ball head, the gross weight of the
rear carrier must not exceed 77 lbs/35 kg.
▷ Stow heavy cargo as close as possible to
the ball head.
▷ Fasten cargo securely to the rear carrier,
making sure it will not slip.
Before driving
Before starting your trip, make sure that the
tail lights on the rear carrier are working.
The maximum power rating of the rear carrier
tail lights should not exceed that of the trailer
tail lights.
To prevent functional limitations and malfunc-
tions affecting driver assistance systems, acti-
vate trailer towing.
Additional information:
▷
Electrical consumption, refer to page 298.
▷ Using a trailer or rear carrier, refer to
page 300.
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