Mercedes-Benz E-class 1998 Taillamp Assemblies - Manual (Page 7)

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We recommend that the vehicle be
transported using flat bed equipment.
This method is preferable to other types
of towing.
The vehicle may be towed with all
wheels on the ground and the selector
lever in position "N" for distances up to
30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to
exceed 30 mph (50 km/h). The
electronic key must be in steering lock
position 2.
To positively avoid a possibility of
damage to the transmission, however,
we recommend to disconnect the drive
shaft at the rear axle drive flange on
any towing beyond a short tow to a
nearby garage.
Do not tow with sling-type equipment.
Towing with sling-type equipment over
bumpy roads will damage radiator and
supports.
Use wheel lift, dolly, or flat bed
equipment, with electronic key in
steering lock turned to position 0.
Warning!
With the engine not running, there is
no power assistance for the braking
and steering systems. In this case, it
is important to keep in mind that a
considerably higher degree of effort
is necessary to brake and steer the
vehicle.
Note:
To signal turns while being towed with
hazard warning flasher in use, turn
electronic key in steering lock to
position 2 and activate combination
switch for left or right turn signal in
usual manner - only the selected turn
signal will operate.
Upon canceling the turn signal, the
hazard warning flasher will operate
again.
Caution!
Vehicles with Acceleration Slip
Regulation (ASR)
If the vehicle is towed with the front axle
raised, the engine must be shut off
(electronic key in steering lock position
0 or 1). Otherwise, the ASR will
immediately be engaged and will apply
the rear wheel brakes.
Caution!
Vehicles with Electronic Traction
System (ESP)
If the vehicle is towed with the front axle
raised, the engine must be shut off
(electronic key in steering lock position
0 or 1). Otherwise, the ESP will
immediately be engaged and will apply
the rear wheel brakes.
Caution!
Vehicles with Electronic Traction
System (ETS)
If the vehicle is towed with one axle
raised, the engine must be shut off
(electronic key in steering lock position
0 or 1). Otherwise, the ETS will
immediately be engaged and will apply
the brakes.