Fig. 214 Removing the cover of the gearshift gate
Fig. 215 Unlocking the selector lever lock manually (Variant A) and (Variant B)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsIf the power fails in the vehicle (for example if the battery is discharged) and the vehicle has to be pushed or towed, the manual release mechanism must be used to put the selector lever in the N position.
The manual release mechanism is located under the cover of the gearshift gate on the right-hand side, as seen from the direction of travel.
Preparation
Removing the cover of the gearshift gate
Unlocking the selector lever lock manually Variant A
Unlocking the selector lever lock manually Variant B
WARNING
Never move the selector lever out of the position P if the electronic parking brake is not switched on. Otherwise the vehicle could move unexpectedly if it is stopped on an incline, which could lead to accidents and serious injuries. NOTICEThe automatic gearbox will become damaged if the vehicle is allowed to roll for a long period of time or at a high speed (for example while being towed) with the selector lever in position N and the engine switched off.
Assembly overview - control units, RHD vehicles
1 -
Bracket
For onboard supply control unit -J519-
Removing and installing
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2 -
Onboard supply control unit -J519-
Removing and installing
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Safety precautions when working on fuel supply system
Risk of injury due to highly-pressurised fuel.
The fuel system is under high pressure. Risk of injury due to fuel
which may spurt out.
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Release high pressure before opening the fuel system.
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Stowage compartment in the front centre armrest
Fig. 112 Stowage compartment in the front
centre armrest
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings To open, pull the centre armrest all the way up
in the direction of the arrow .
To close, guide the armrest down.
WARNING
The centre armrest can obstruct ...