Towing in the event of malfunctions
General not
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.
► Observe the safety notes as you do so .
Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Engine damage, gear damage or electrical malfunctions
► Move the selector lever to position N.
► Shift the transfer case to neutral.
In the event of damage to the transfer case
Have the propeller shafts between the axles and the transfer case removed.
In the event of damage to the front axle
Have the propeller shaft between the rear axle and the transfer case removed.
Have the vehicle towed with the front axle raised
In the event of damage to the rear axle
Have the propeller shaft between the front axle and the transfer case removed.
Have the vehicle towed with the rear axle raised and with wheel rollers under the front axle.
See also:
Through-loading facility in the rear
If objects or loads are not secured when being
transported in the through-loading facility,
they could slip or be thrown around and
thereby hit vehicle occupants.
Observe the loading guidelines& ...
Identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with
vehicle identification number (VIN)
and paint code number
– Open the driver's door.
You will see vehicle identification plate 1.
Example: vehicle identif ...
Switching climate control on/off
Points to observe before use
When the climate control is switched off, the
air supply and air circulation are also
switched off. The windows could fog up.
Therefore, switch off climate control o ...