Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class, Operator'S Manual

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Towing the vehicle
384
Removing towing eye bolt
X
Loosen towing eye bolt
1
counterclockwise with wheel wrench.
X
Unscrew towing eye bolt
1
.
X
Reinstalling cover: Engage cover
1
(
Y
page 383) at top and press at bottom.
X Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench
back into the vehicle tool kit.
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:
R
the engine will not run
R
there is a malfunction in the brake
system
R
there 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.
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
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 119).
! Keep in mind that it is important to have
the ignition switched on. Removing the
SmartKey from the starter switch or
opening a front door with the ignition
switched off will automatically shift the
automatic transmission into park position
P.
! 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.
Stranded vehicle
Freeing a stranded vehicle, on which the
wheels are dug into sand or mud, should be
done with the greatest of care, especially if
the vehicle is heavily loaded.
Practical hints