Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than towing it away.
For towing, use a tow rope or tow bar with both axles on the ground. Do not use tow bar systems.
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Towing not permitted See Owner's Manual display message appears in the driver's display
Exception: if the vehicle is located in a danger zone, it can be recovered from the danger zone despite the Towing not permitted See Owner's Manual display message or the display not working. It must not be towed further than 50 m with both axles on the ground. A towing speed of 10 km/h must not be exceeded. Beyond these limits, only transporting is permitted.
Permitted towing methods | |
|---|---|
Both axles on the ground | Yes, maximum 50 km at 50 km/h, only forwards with the driver in the vehicle |
Front axle raised | No |
Rear axle raised | Yes, if the steering wheel is fixed in the centre position with a steering wheel lock |
Permitted towing methods | |
|---|---|
Both axles on the ground | Yes, maximum 50 km at 50 km/h, only forwards with the driver in the vehicle |
Front axle raised | No |
Rear axle raised | No |