2013 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA SUV tow

obtained from any qualified specialist
workshop.
Usually you will find information about the
fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the label on the petrol pump, ask the filling sta-
tion staff.
Information on refuelling (Y page 175).
Low outside temperatures
In winter months, diesel fuel with an improved cold flow quality is available. In Europe, the
EN 590 standard defines various climate-
dependent temperature categories. Malfunc-
tions can be avoided by refuelling with diesel
fuel that corresponds to the climatic specifi-
cations outlined in EN 590. At unusually low
outside temperatures, it is possible that the
flow characteristics of the diesel fuel could be insufficient. Accordingly, diesel fuel from
warmer areas may not be suitable for opera-
tion in colder climatic conditions.
i Further information on country-specific
fuel properties and fuel types with low-tem-
perature resistance can be obtained from
oil companies, e.g. at filling stations.
Fuel consumption information H
Environmental note
CO 2(carbon dioxide) is the gas which scien-
tists believe to be principally responsible for
global warming (the greenhouse effect). Your
vehicle's CO 2emissions are directly related to
fuel consumption and therefore depend on:
R efficient use of the fuel by the engine
R driving style
R other non-technical factors, such as envi-
ronmental influences, road conditions or
traffic flow
You can minimise your vehicle's CO 2emis-
sions by driving carefully and having it serv-
iced regularly. The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in the
following situations:
R at very low outside temperatures
R in urban traffic
R on short journeys
R in mountainous terrain
R when towing a trailer
i Only for certain countries: you can find
the current consumption and emission val-
ues of your vehicle in the COC documents
(EU CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY). These documents are delivered with your vehicle.
The consumption figures were, in each
case, based on the currently applicable ver- sion:
R for vehicles that comply with standards
up to and including the EURO 4 standard, in accordance with EU Directive
80/1268/EEC
R for vehicles that comply with or exceed
the EURO 5 standard, in accordance with
Regulation (EC) No. 715/2007
Deviations from these values may occur
under normal operating conditions. Engine oil
General notes When handling engine oil, observe the impor-
tant safety notes on service products
(Y page 384).
The quality of the engine oil is decisive for the
function and service life of an engine. After
extensive tests, Mercedes-Benz approves
engine oils that correspond to the current
technical standard.
Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved
engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz
engines.
Further information on tested and approved
engine oils can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Mercedes-
Benz recommends that you have the oil 388
Service products and capacitiesTechnical data

Missing values for maximum water depth
:
were unavailable at the time of going to print.
Loaded and ready to drive means: a full tank,
all fluids topped up and the driver is in the
vehicle.
Further information about driving on flooded
roads (Y page 184). Approach/departure angle
Missing values for the approach/departure
angles at front
:and rear ;were not avail-
able at the time of going to print.
For further information about approach/
departure angles, see (Y page 187).Maximum gradient-climbing capabil-
ity
Note that the vehicle's gradient-climbing
capability depends on the off-road conditions
and the road surface conditions.
Missing values for the maximum gradient-
climbing capability were not available at the
time of going to print.
Carefully depress the accelerator pedal and
make sure that the wheels do not spin when
driving on steep terrain.
i If the load on the front axle is reduced
when pulling away on a steep uphill slope,
the front wheels have a tendency to spin.
4ETS recognises this and brakes the
wheels accordingly. The rear wheel torque
is increased and it is easier to pull away. For further information about the maximum
gradient climbing ability, see (Y
page 188). Trailer tow hitch
Mounting dimensions
! If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
changes to the engine cooling system may
be necessary, depending on the vehicle
type.
If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,
observe the anchorage points on the chas- sis.
The GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC model cannot be
used to tow a trailer. Example: anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch
: Anchorage points
; Overhang dimension
= Rear axle centre line
For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the
overhang dimension including protective cov- ering is 911 mm. Trailer tow hitch
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Trailer loads
Permissible trailer load, braked (at a minimum gradient-climbing capability of 8%
from a standstill) The GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC model cannot be used to tow a trailer.
Missing values were not available at the time of going to print. Manual transmission Automatic transmission
GLA 180
GLA 200
1500 kg 1500 kg
GLA 180 CDI
GLA 200 CDI
1500 kg 1500 kg
Automatic transmission
GLA 250
1500 kg
GLA 250 4MATIC
1800 kg
GLA 200 CDI 4MATIC
1800 kg
GLA 220 CDI
1500 kg
GLA 220 CDI 4MATIC
1800 kg
Permissible trailer load, braked (at a minimum gradient-climbing capability of 12%
from a standstill) The GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC model cannot be used to tow a trailer.
Missing values were not available at the time of going to print.
Manual transmission Automatic transmission
GLA 180
GLA 200
1400 kg 1400 kg
GLA 180 CDI
GLA 200 CDI
1500 kg 1500 kg
Automatic transmission
GLA 250
1500 kg
GLA 250 4MATIC
1800 kg
GLA 200 CDI 4MATIC
1800 kg394
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Automatic transmission
GLA 220 CDI
1500 kg
GLA 220 CDI 4MATIC
1800 kg
Permissible trailer load, unbraked
The GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC model cannot be used to tow a trailer.
Missing values were not available at the time of going to print.
Manual transmission Automatic transmission
GLA 180
GLA 200
695 kg 715 kg
GLA 180 CDI
GLA 200 CDI
750 kg 750 kg
Automatic transmission
GLA 250
725 kg
GLA 250 4MATIC
750 kg
GLA 200 CDI 4MATIC
750 kg
GLA 220 CDI
750 kg
GLA 220 CDI 4MATIC
750 kg
Maximum drawbar noseweight
!
Use a drawbar noseweight as close as possible to the maximum permissible noseweight.
Do not use a noseweight of less than 50kg, otherwise the trailer may come loose.
Note that the payload and the rear axle load are reduced by the actual payload.
The drawbar noseweight is not included in the trailer load.
The GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC model cannot be used to tow a trailer.
Missing values were not available at the time of going to print. Manual transmission Automatic transmission
GLA 180
GLA 200
75 kg 75 kg
GLA 180 CDI
GLA 200 CDI
75 kg 75 kgTrailer tow hitch
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Automatic transmission
GLA 250
75 kg
GLA 250 4MATIC
75 kg
GLA 200 CDI 4MATIC
75 kg
GLA 220 CDI
75 kg
GLA 220 CDI 4MATIC
75 kg
The actual noseweight may not be higher than the value which is given. The value can be found
on the trailer tow hitch or trailer identification plates. The lowest weight applies.
You can attach carrier systems, e.g. bicycle racks or load-bearing implements, on the ball
coupling. The maximum noseweight of 75 kg applies when using carrier systems on the ball
coupling.
Permissible rear axle load when towing a trailer The GLA 45 AMG 4MATIC model cannot be used to tow a trailer.
Missing values were not available at the time of going to print. Manual transmission Automatic transmission
GLA 180
GLA 200
985 kg 985 kg
GLA 180 CDI
GLA 200 CDI
990 kg 990 kg
Automatic transmission
GLA 250
985 kg
GLA 250 4MATIC
1025 kg
GLA 200 CDI 4MATIC
1030 kg
GLA 220 CDI
990 kg
GLA 220 CDI 4MATIC
1030 kg396
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