Transfer case

This section is only valid for vehicles with 4- wheel drive (4MATIC). Power is always transmitted to both axles.

system or transfer case could otherwise be damaged. Contact a qualified specialist Performance tests may only be carried out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake system or transfer case could otherwise be damaged. Contact a qualified specialist workshop for a performance test. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose.

in position 0 or 1) if: To prevent ESP® from intervening, the ignition must be switched off (SmartKey in position 0 or 1) if:

  • the parking brake is being tested on a brake dynamometer.
  • the vehicle is being towed with only one axle raised (not permitted for vehicles with 4MATIC).

The brake system could otherwise be damaged.

    See also:

    Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE® Brake
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    Raising the vehicle
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    Making adjustments in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments
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