Mercedes-Benz GT S 2016, Operator'S Manual

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Tow-starting the vehicle is not permitted.
The transmission may otherwise be dam-
aged.
Also observe the following notes:
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If the engine does not start, try jump-start-
ing it (
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page 218). Tow-starting the vehicle
is not permitted.
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If it is not possible to jump-start the vehicle,
have it transported to the nearest qualified
specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
If the vehicle can no longer be driven because
of an accident or breakdown, you have the
following options:
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transporting the vehicle
As a rule, you should have the vehicle trans-
ported.
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towing the vehicle with a tow rope or tow
bar
Only tow the vehicle in exceptional cases.
The engine must be running if you tow the
vehicle with a tow rope or tow bar.
If the vehicle has suffered transmission dam-
age, have it transported on a transporter or
trailer. Observe the display messages in the
instrument cluster.
The battery must be connected and charged.
Otherwise, you:
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cannot use the Start/Stop button to set
SmartKey position 2
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cannot start the engine
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cannot release the electric parking brake
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cannot shift the automatic transmission to
position N
Disarm the automatic locking feature before
the vehicle is towed (
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page 75). You could
otherwise be locked out when pushing or
towing the vehicle.
Installing/removing the towing eye
Installing the towing eye
The bracket for the screw-in towing eye is
behind the radiator trim.
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Remove the towing eye from the vehicle
tool kit (
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page 210).
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Fold cover
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out and leave it to hang from
the retaining strap.
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Lever off the cover behind it using a flat tool
and fold it out.
X
Screw in the towing eye clockwise to the
stop.
Removing the towing eye
X
Unscrew and remove the towing eye.
X
Fold down the inner cover until it engages.
X
Attach cover at the bottom and press it in at
the top until it engages.
X
Put the towing eye back into the vehicle
tool kit.
Towing a vehicle with both axles on
the ground
It is important that you observe the safety
instructions when towing away your vehicle
(
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page 220).
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