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Towing the vehicle
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Switch off the ignition and leave the Smart-
Key in the starter switch.
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Switch on the hazard warning flasher
(Y page 102).
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Make sure that the ignition is switched
off. If the starter switch is in position 2,
active braking action through the ESP
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may otherwise seriously damage the brake
system.
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The vehicle may be towed only for distan-
ces up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed
not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
Towing with all wheels on the ground
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Warning!
If circumstances require towing the vehicle
with all wheels on the ground, always tow
with a tow bar if:
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the engine will not run
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there is a malfunction in the electro-
hydraulic brake system
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there is a malfunction in the power sup-
ply or in the vehicle’s electrical system
This is necessary to adequately control the
towed vehicle.
Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels
on the ground, make sure the SmartKey is
in starter switch position 2.
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Warning!
With the engine not running, there is no
power assistance for the brake and steer-
ing systems. In this case, it is important to
keep in mind that a considerably higher
degree of effort is necessary to brake and
steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving
accordingly.
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Make sure the ignition is switched on.
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With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the
brake pedal and keep it pressed.
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Shift the automatic transmission into neu-
tral position N.
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Release the brake pedal.
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If engaged, release the parking brake.
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Switch on the hazard warning flasher
(Y page 102).
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The vehicle may be towed only for distan-
ces up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed
not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
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To signal turns while being towed with the
hazard warning flasher in use you can acti-
vate the combination switch for the left or
right turn signal in the usual manner – only
the selected turn signal will operate. Upon
canceling the turn signal, the hazard warn-
ing flasher will operate again.
Practical hints
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