2006 Mercedes CLS-Class Owner's Manual - Page 440

Practical hints Towing the vehicle ! When towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, please note the following: With the automatic central locking activated and the SmartKey in starter switch position 2, or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in position 2, the vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. Switch off the tow-away alarm (if equipped) ( page 95). To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking ( page 122). Towing of the vehicle should only be done using the properly installed towing eye bolt. Never attach tow cable, tow rope or tow rod to the vehicle chassis, frame or suspension parts. i The selector lever will remain locked in position P and the SmartKey will not turn in the starter switch if the battery is disconnected or discharged. For more information see "Battery" ( page 431) or "Jump starting" ( page 435). Manual unlocking of the transmission selector lever ( page 404). Installing towing eye bolt Front of vehicle 1 Cover on right side of front bumper To remove cover: Press mark on cover in direction of arrow. Lift cover off to reveal the threaded hole for towing eye bolt. 439