2009 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 376
2009 Mercedes E-Class Manual
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Practical hints Towing the vehicle Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, make sure the SmartKey is in starter switch position 2. If the SmartKey is left in the starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the switch. In this case, the steering is locked. To unlock, remove SmartKey from starter switch and reinsert. X ! 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). i To signal turns while being towed with the hazard warning flasher in use you can activate 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 warning flasher will operate again. Towing with front axle raised ! Vehicles with 4MATIC: Do not tow with the front axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground. When towing the vehicle with the front axle raised, the wheels on the ground have to move freely. X Make sure the ignition is switched on. X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. G Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering 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. X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N. X Release the brake pedal. X If engaged, release the parking brake. X Switch off the automatic central locking (Y page 155). X Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the starter switch. X Switch on the hazard warning flasher (Y page 114). Make sure the ignition is switched on. X With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N. X Release the brake pedal. X If engaged, release the parking brake. X Switch on the hazard warning flasher (Y page 114). ! Vehicles without 4MATIC: Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when the vehicle is being towed with the front axle raised. Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! 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). 374