Tow-starting (emergency starting)

Vehicles with automatic transmission must not be started by tow-starting. This could otherwise damage the transmission.

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    BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System Plus)
    BAS PLUS is only available in vehicles equipped with DISTRONIC PLUS. Observe the "Important safety notes" section. At speeds above approximately 20 mph (30 km/h), BAS PLUS assists ...

    Securing the vehicle to prevent it from rolling awa
    WARNING Only jack up the vehicle on level ground or on slight inclines/declines. The vehicle could otherwise fall off the jack and injure you or others. If your vehicle is equipped with a ...

    Fastening seat belts
    WARNING According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained on the rear seats than on the front-passenger seat. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed ...