Otherwise, gases or battery acid could
escape.
R
Mak
e sure that detachable parts are recon-
nected in the same way.
Tow-starting or towing away
Permitted towing methods (non plug-in hybrid)
*
NOTE Damag
e from automatic braking
If one of the following functions is activated,
t
he vehicle brakes automatically in certain sit-
uations:
R
Active Brake Assist
R
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
R
HOLD function
R
Active Parking Assist
To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate
these systems in the following or similar situa-
tions:
#
During towing.
#
In a car wash.
Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your
v
ehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than
towing it away.
For towing, use a tow rope or tow bar with both
axles on the ground. Do not use any tow bar sys-
tems (/ page 340).
*
NOTE Damag
e to the vehicle due to tow-
ing away incorrectly
#
Observe the instructions and notes on
t
owing away.
Towing with a raised axle: t
owing should be per-
formed by a towing company.
Vehicles with rear wheel drive
Permitted towing methods
Both axles on
t
he ground
Yes, maximum 50 km at
50 km/h
Front axle
raised
No
Rear axle
raised
Yes, if the steering wheel is
xed in the centre position
with a steering wheel lock
4MATIC vehicles
Permitted towing methods
Both axles on
t
he ground
Yes, maximum 50 km at
50 km/h
Front axle
raised
No
Rear axle
raised
No
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