X
When the vehicle is stationary, depress the
brake pedal and keep it depressed.
X
Shift the transfer case to position Neutral
(
Y
page 125).
X
Shift the automatic transmission to position
N.
X
Leave the key in position
2
in the ignition
lock.
X
Release the brake pedal.
X
Release the parking brake.
X
Switch on the hazard warning lamps
(
Y
page 76).
In order to signal a change of direction when
towing the vehicle with the hazard warning
lamps switched on, use the combination switch
as usual. In this case, only the turn signals for
the desired direction flash. When you reset the
combination switch, the hazard warning lamps
start flashing again.
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The automatic transmission can only
change gear when the battery has sufficient
charge.
If you cannot shift the automatic transmission
to position N, the propeller shafts to the
driven axles must be removed.
Transporting the vehicle
!
When the vehicle is loaded for transport, the
front and rear axles must be stationary and on
the same transportation vehicle. Positioning
over the connection point of the transport
vehicle is not permitted. The drive train may
otherwise be damaged.
!
You may only secure the vehicle by the
wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as
axle or steering components. Otherwise, the
vehicle could be damaged.
The towing eye or trailer tow hitch can be used
to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or transporter if
you wish to transport it.
X
Turn the key to position
2
in the ignition
lock.
X
Shift the transfer case to position Neutral
(
Y
page 125).
X
Shift the automatic transmission to position
N.
As soon as the vehicle is loaded:
X
Apply the parking brake.
X
Shift the automatic transmission to position
P.
X
Turn the key to position
u
in the ignition lock
and remove it.
X
Secure the vehicle.
Recovering a vehicle that has become
stuck
!
When recovering a vehicle that has become
stuck, pull it as smoothly and evenly as pos-
sible. If the tractive power is too high, the
vehicles could be damaged.
If the drive wheels get trapped on loose or
muddy ground, recover the vehicle with the
utmost care, especially so if the vehicle is laden.
Never attempt to recover a vehicle with a trailer
attached.
Pull out the vehicle backwards, if possible, using
the tracks it made before it became stuck.
Towing in the event of malfunctions
General notes
!
If you are removing the propeller shaft, use
M10 nuts as spacers on the M8 bolts and
secure them with M8 nuts.
New self-locking nuts must be used when the
propeller shafts are refitted.
It is important that you observe the safety
instructions when towing away your vehicle
(
Y
page 229).
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Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre
and seek advice.
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