Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Cleaning the trailer tow hitch
The ball coupling must be cleaned if it becomes dirty or corroded.
- Remove rust on the ball of the ball coupling, e.g. with a wire brush.
- Remove dirt with a clean, lint-free cloth or a brush.
- After cleaning, lightly grease the ball of the ball coupling again.
- Check that the vehicle's trailer tow hitch is working properly.
Observe the note on care provided by the trailer manufacturer.
You can also have the maintenance work on the ball coupling and the trailer tow hitch carried out by a qualified specialist workshop.
Environmental note
Dispose of rags soaked in oil and grease in an environmentally responsible manner.
Cleaning the exhaust tail pipes
Impurities combined with the effects of road grit and corrosive environmental factors may cause flash rust to form on the surface. You can restore the original shine of the exhaust tail pipe by cl ...Interior care
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Center console
The center console box provides a storage
space. In addition, the top of the
console can be used as an armrest.
To use as an armrest:
1. Tip the console top forward from its
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