Mercedes-Benz M-Class 2012 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 393)

All models
Ground clearance
8.0 in (202 mm)
Turning circle 38.7 ft (11.80 m)
Maximum roof
load
Maximum 220 lb
(100 kg)
Trailer tow hitch
Mounting dimensions
G WARNING
Only have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted at a
qualified specialist workshop which has the
necessary specialist knowledge and tools to
carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you use an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. In
particular, work relevant to safety or on
safety-related systems must be carried out at
a qualified specialist workshop.
! 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)
:
Anchorage points
; Rear axle center line
Trailer loads
Missing values were not available at time of
going to print.
All models
Permissible trailer load,
unbraked
Permissible trailer load,
braked 34
Maximum drawbar
noseweight 35
Permissible rear axle
load when towing a trailer
34 At a minimum gradient-climbing capability of 12% from a standstill.
35 The drawbar noseweight is not included in the trailer load.
Trailer tow hitch
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Technical
data
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