Tow-starting (emergency starting)

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

    See also:

    Transfer case
    This section is only valid for vehicles with 4- wheel drive (4MATIC). Power is always transmitted to both axles. Performance tests may only be carried out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake sy ...

    Important safety notes
    Service products include the following: - fuels (e.g. gasoline, diesel) - additives for exhaust gas aftertreatment (DEF) - lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmission oil) - coolant - brake fluid ...

    Changing gear
    The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. This automatic gearshifting behavior is determined by: • a shift range restriction ...