Notes for 4MATIC vehicles

raised, as doing so will damage the transmission. 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.

    See also:

    Problems with the transmission
    Problem Possible causes/consequences and - Solutions The transmission has problems shifting gear. The transmission is losing oil. •► Have the transmission checked at ...

    Connecting an external device
    Do not leave external devices in the vehicle as extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight or extremely low outside temperatures) could cause them to malfunction (see the operating instructions ...

    Selecting the ideal shift range
    Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter and hold it in position. The automatic transmission shifts to the gear which allows optimum acceleration and deceleration. To do this, the auto ...