Car 2013

How to Tow With a Mercedes CLK 320

1. Write down the trailers gross trailer weight (GTW) from the data plate located on its frame. If you are going to load cargo into the trailer, then you must estimate its weight. Total up the GTW and the cargo weight and compare to your vehicles maximum towing capacity. If the total weight of the trailer plus cargo is less than the vehicles maximum towing capacity specified by the manufacturer, you can safely tow the trailer.
2. Connect the trailers receiver to the hitch on your CLK 320 and latch it in place. Lock the latch in place by inserting a hitch pin through the hole under the handle. The hitch ball must match the size of the trailers coupler.
3. Attach the female electrical receiver on the vehicle to the male electrical connector on the trailer. Test that all of the safety lights work before heading out on the road.
4. Slide the trailers left chain under the trailers receiver and connect it to the right side of the hitch. Connect the right chain to the left side of the hitch in the same manner.
5. Double check all connections and the safety lights. Fully inspect the trailer and your CLK 320 before starting out on your trip.