Information on 4MATIC vehicles
Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed with either the front or the rear axle raised, as doing so will damage the transmission.
If the vehicle has transmission damage or damage to the front or rear axle, have it transported on a transporter or trailer.
In the event of damage to the electrical system If the battery is defective, the automatic transmission will be locked in position P. To shift the automatic transmission to position N, you must provide power to the vehicle's electrical system in the same way as when jump-starting .
Have the vehicle transported on a transporter or trailer.
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The first 1,000miles (1,500 km)
The more you look after the engine when it is
new, the more satisfied you will be with its
performance in the future.
• You should therefore drive at varying
vehicle and engine speeds for the firs ...
Automatic locking feature
1 To deactivate
2 To activate
► To disarm: press and hold button 1 for
about five seconds until a tone sounds.
► To arm: press and hold button 2 for about
five seconds u ...
Headlamps fogged up on the inside
The headlamps may fog up on the inside if
there is high atmospheric humidity.
■ Switch on the lights and drive off.
The level of moisture diminishes,
depending on the length of the journey ...