Notes for 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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Transfer case
The vehicle has permanent 4-wheel drive
(4MATIC). Power is always transmitted to
both axles.
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out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake
system or transfer ca ...
Applying automatically
Your vehicle's electric parking brake is
automatically applied if DISTRONIC PLUS or
the HOLD function bring the vehicle to a
standstill, or are engaged to keep the vehicle
stationary. In addit ...
