Mercedes-Benz 2004 C-Class Coupe, Operator'S Manual

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Practical hints
Towing the vehicle
Warning!
G
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 ve-
hicle. Adapt your driving accordingly.
!
When towing the vehicle with all wheels
on the ground, please note the follow-
ing:
With the automatic central locking acti-
vated and the SmartKey in starter
switch position
2 , the vehicle doors
lock if the left front wheel as well as the
right rear wheel are turning at vehicle
speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or
more.
Switch off the tow-away alarm
(
컄
page 79).
To prevent the vehicle doors from lock-
ing, deactivate the automatic central
locking (
컄 page 129).
Towing of the vehicle should only be
done using the properly installed tow-
ing eye bolt. Never attach tow cable,
tow rope or tow rod to vehicle chassis,
frame or suspension parts.
i
If the battery is disconnected or dis-
charged
앫
the SmartKey will not turn in the
starter switch. See notes on the
battery (
컄
page 307) or on jump
starting (
컄
page 310).
앫
the gear selector lever will remain
locked in position
P . See notes on
manual unlocking of gear selector
lever (
컄
page 291).