Towing, general
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Towing vehicles away from hazard areas
Only tow vehicle with installed propeller shaft in
exceptional circumstances, e.g. when leaving danger
zones.
Vehicles with Mercedes PowerShift: Switch on towing
mode for this purpose, see chapter "Emergency
operation Mercedes PowerShift".
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Secure vehicle to prevent it moving away.
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Start the engine (not if the front axle is raised).
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Charge the compressed air system up to shutoff
pressure.
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Release parking brake.
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Engage a gear if possible.
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