Quick Guide - Mercedes-Benz Atego Manual

Quick guide

General
Hazard information .......................................................................................... Page 101
General rules for towing .................................................................................. Page 102
Propeller shaft removal.................................................................................... Page 102
Electrical circuits
Deactivating acceleration skid control (ASR) ................................................... Page 103
Switching transfer case to road position ......................................................... Page 103
Air brake system
Maintenance flap/cover .................................................................................. Page 104
Connecting an external compressed air source............................................... Page 105
Notes on stopped engine, transmission and/or axle damage
Stopped engine................................................................................................ Page 107
Transmission/transfer case damage ............................................................... Page 107
Front axle damage ........................................................................................... Page 107
Rear axle damage ............................................................................................ Page 107
Drive shafts
Ascertaining the damage location on a blocked drive train ............................. Page 108
Removing the rear axle drive shafts................................................................. Page 109
Preparations for towing
Tow bar............................................................................................................ Page 111
Towing in raised position ................................................................................. Page 111
Overview of towing options ............................................................................. Page 112
Raising by the wheels ...................................................................................... Page 113
Raising by the front axle .................................................................................. Page 114
Raising by the leaf springs (construction site vehicles only) ............................ Page 115
Raising at the rear ........................................................................................... Page 116
Raising the vehicle at the rear crossmember................................................... Page 117
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Guidelines for Breakdown Services (Subject to technical modifications)
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