Towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised
Only possible on vehicles without 4MATIC.
When towing your vehicle with the rear axle raised, it is important that you observe the safety instructions.
The ignition must be switched
off if you
are towing the vehicle with the rear axle
raised. Intervention by ESP® could
otherwise damage the brake system.
Switch on the hazard warning lamps.
Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the
ignition lock and remove the SmartKey
from the ignition lock.
When leaving the vehicle, take the
SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO key with you.
See also:
Brakes
Important safety notes
WARNING
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in
order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle
control. Your ve ...
Hydroplaning
If water has accumulated to a certain depth
on the road surface, there is a danger of
hydroplaning occurring, even if:
- you drive at low speeds.
- the tires have adequate tread depth.
For this ...
Activating RACE START
•► Depress the brake pedal with your left foot,
and keep it depressed.
•► Turn the drive program selector clockwise until the RS lamp lights up.
The multifunction display shows the RAC ...