2008 Mercedes CL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 712

Practical hints Towing the vehicle Towing with front wheels raised Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: Remove the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button from the starter switch ( page 366). Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch. Switch on the ignition. Switch off the automatic central locking ( page 363). Depress the brake pedal. Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N. If engaged, manually release the electronic parking brake. Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the starter switch. Warning! G ! Keep in mind that it is important for the SmartKey to be left in starter switch with the ignition switched off. As soon as the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch the automatic transmission will shift to park position P. ! Make sure that the ignition is switched off. If the starter switch is in position 2, active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system. ! The vehicle may be towed only for distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h). When leaving the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in the starter switch, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle. It is possible for children to switch on the ignition which could result in unsupervised use of vehicle equipment. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. 711