Useful information
These
Operating Instructions describe all the
models and standard and optional equipment
of your vehicle that were available at the time
of going to print. Country-specific differences
are possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle
may not be equipped with all the functions
described. This also applies to safety-relevant
systems and functions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops (Y page 30).
Vehicle identification plate/axle
loads
Vehicle identification plate and vehi-
cle identification number (VIN)
Vehicle identification number (VIN) and vehicle
identification plate (example: Actros cab with flat
floor)
Vehicle identification plate : is located in
the
door frame on the co-driver’s side. Vehicle
identification number (VIN) ; is stamped on
the longitudinal frame member in the right
wheel housing.
Information on the vehicle identifica-
tion plate
Example: vehicle identification plate
:
Vehicle manufacturer (Daimler AG)
;
EU general operating permit number (only
in certain countries)
=
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
?
Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight (kg)
Maximum permissible vehicle combina-
tion gross weight (kg)
A
Permissible axle loads of axles 1 to 4 (kg)
B
Permissible load of axle group T (kg)
C
Flue gas coefficient
D
Rear axle ratio
E
Basic headlamp setting
F
Type of vehicle/vehicle model designa-
tion
You will find the technically permissible gross
vehicle combination weight on the vehicle
identification
plate or in the COC documents.
Note that, in ADR mode, the technically per-
missible gross vehicle combination weight is
set by the continuous brake effect of the vehi-
cle. You will find this value in your ADR cer-
tification. If you require further assistance,
consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
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Vehicle identification plate/axle loads
Technical data