2009 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 336
2009 Mercedes SLK-Class Manual
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Practical hints Towing the vehicle Removing towing eye bolt X X X X X X X X If engaged, release the parking brake. Switch off the automatic central locking (Y page 124). Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the starter switch. Switch on the hazard warning flasher (Y page 85). Towing with all wheels on the ground G Warning! If circumstances require towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground, always tow with a tow bar if: Rthe engine will not run Rthere is a malfunction in the brake system Rthere is a malfunction in the power supply 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. 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. 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 Loosen towing eye bolt 1 counterclockwise with wheel wrench. Unscrew towing eye bolt 1. Reinstalling cover: Fit cover 1 (Y page 333) and snap it into place. Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle tool kit. Towing with front axle raised 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 X ! 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). With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. Vehicles with manual transmission: Shift the manual transmission into the neutral position (no gear selected). Vehicles with automatic transmission: Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N. Release the brake pedal. or X X 334
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