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Driving
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Driving
stop, for instance in traffic jam or at traffic
lights. Drive-ready state remains switched on.
The engine starts automatically for driving off.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
General information
After each engine start using the Start/Stop
button, the Auto Start/Stop function is ready.
Additional information:
The function is activated at low speeds.
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Engine stop
Start/Stop button
Functional requirements
The engine is switched off automatically when
stopping under the following conditions:
Principle
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches drive-
ready state on or off.
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The selector lever is in selector lever posi-
tion D.
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The brake pedal remains depressed while
the vehicle is at a standstill or the vehicle is
held by Automatic Hold.
General information
Drive-ready state is switched on when you de-
press the brake pedal while pressing the Start/
Stop button.
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The driver's seat belt is buckled or the driv-
er's door is closed.
Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches
the drive-ready state back off and standby
state is switched back on.
Manual engine stop
If the engine was not switched off automati-
cally when the vehicle stopped, the engine can
be switched off manually:
Additional information:
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Drive-ready state, refer to page 41.
Standby state, refer to page 41.
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Depress the brake pedal forcefully again
from the current pedal position.
Driving off
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Engage selector lever position P.
1. Turn on drive-ready state.
2. Apply gear position.
3. Driving off.
When all functional preconditions are fulfilled,
the engine switches off.
Air conditioning system when the
engine is switched off
The air flow from the air conditioning system is
reduced when the engine is switched off.
Auto Start/Stop function
Principle
The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
The system switches off the engine during a
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By releasing the brake pedal.
Display in the instrument cluster
When Automatic Hold is activated: step on
the accelerator pedal.
The display in the instrument
cluster indicates that the Auto
Start/Stop function is ready for
an automatic engine start.
Driving off
Accelerating as usual after starting the engine.
Functional limitations
Safety mode
The engine is not switched off automatically in
the following situations:
After the engine switches off automatically, it
will not start again automatically if any one of
the following conditions are met:
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In case of a steep downhill grade.
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The driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the
driver's door is open.
The brake pedal was not depressed hard
enough.
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Hood was unlocked.
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When the ambient temperature is high and
automatic climate control is switched on.
Some indicator lights illuminate for a varied
length of time.
The vehicle interior has not yet been
heated or cooled as desired.
The engine can only be started via the Start/
Stop button.
When window condensation is possible and
automatic climate control is switched on.
System limits
Even if driving off was not intended, the deac-
tivated engine starts up automatically in the
following situations:
Engine or other parts are not at operating
temperature.
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Engine cooling is required.
The wheels are at a sharp angle or the
steering wheel is being turned.
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With excessive warming of the interior
when cooling is turned on.
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Vehicle battery is heavily discharged.
At higher elevations.
With excessive cooling of the interior when
heating is turned on.
Hood is unlocked.
When window condensation is possible and
automatic climate control is switched on.
The Automatic Parking Assistant is acti-
vated.
Without mild hybrid technology:
In case of a steering operation.
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For stop-and-go traffic.
Selector lever in position N, S, or R.
After driving in reverse.
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When changing selector lever position from
D or P.
Using fuel with high ethanol content.
In case of seriously discharged vehicle bat-
tery.
Starting the engine
When starting an oil level measurement.
Functional requirements
The engine starts automatically under the fol-
lowing preconditions:
Deactivating the system manually
Principle
The engine is not automatically switched off.
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The engine is started during an automatic en-
gine stop.
Switching off the vehicle during an
automatic engine stop
If the engine stops automatically, the vehicle
can be parked safely, for example to leave it.
Without mild hybrid technology: via
button
1. Press the Start/Stop button.
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Drive-ready state is switched off.
Standby state is switched on.
Selector lever position P is engaged au-
tomatically.
2. Set the parking brake.
Automatic deactivation
In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop func-
tion is deactivated automatically for safety rea-
sons, for instance if no driver is detected.
Press the button.
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LED is illuminated: Auto Start/Stop
function is deactivated.
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LED off: Auto Start/Stop function is ena-
bled.
Malfunction
The Auto Start/Stop function no longer
switches off the engine automatically. A Check
Control message is displayed. You may con-
tinue driving. Have the vehicle checked by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Without mild hybrid technology: via
iDrive
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Drivetrain and chassis"
5. "Auto Start/Stop"
6. Select the desired setting.
Steptronic transmission
Principle
The Steptronic transmission is the vehicle's
automatic transmission. With shift paddles, it
offers the option of manual shifting if needed.
Via selector lever position
The Auto Start/Stop function is also disabled
in selector lever position S.
Safety information
Via the Driving Experience Control
The Auto Start/Stop function is also deacti-
vated in SPORT driving mode of the Driving
Experience Control.
Warning
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and
possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident.
Before leaving your vehicle, secure it against
rolling away, e.g., by applying the parking
brake.
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Selector lever positions
Engaging selector lever positions
Gear position D
General information
Selector lever position for normal driving. All
gears for forward travel are activated automat-
ically.
To prevent the vehicle from creeping after
you select a gear position or reverse, main-
tain pressure on the brake pedal until you are
ready to drive off.
R reverse
Functional requirements
Engage selector lever position R only when the
vehicle is stationary.
Only when the drive-ready state is switched on
and the brake pedal is depressed is it possible
to change from selector lever position P to an-
other selector lever position.
N Neutral
The vehicle may be pushed or roll without
power, for instance in car washes, in selector
lever position N.
The selection lever position P cannot be
changed until all technical prerequisites are
met.
Parking position P
Engaging selector lever position D, N,
R
General information
Selector lever position, for instance for parking
the vehicle. The transmission blocks the drive
in selector lever position P.
1. Fasten driver's seat belt.
2. Tilt or pull the selector lever into the desired
direction, past a resistance point, if needed.
The selector lever automatically returns to
the center position when released.
Engage selector lever position P only when the
vehicle is stationary.
P is engaged automatically
Selector lever position P is engaged automati-
cally in situations such as the following:
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After drive-ready state is switched off, if se-
lector lever position R, D, or S is engaged.
After standby is switched off, if selector
lever position N is engaged.
The driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the
driver's door is opened while the vehicle is
stationary and selector lever position D, S,
or R is engaged.
Engaging selector lever position P
Press the button.
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that se-
lector lever position P is engaged and the
parking brake is engaged. Otherwise, the vehi-
cle may begin to move.
The parking brake is engaged and the
transmission lock is set.
Additional information:
Parking brake, refer to page 121.
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If the system is not operational, you may not
be able to change the selector lever position.
Electronically unlock the transmission lock, if
needed.
Additional information:
Electronic unlocking of the transmission lock,
refer to page 117.
Kickdown
Press button P.
Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driving
performance.
The transmission lock is engaged.
Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the re-
sistance point at the full throttle position.
Rolling or pushing the vehicle
General information
In some situations, the vehicle is supposed to
roll without its own power for a short distance,
for instance in a car wash or to be pushed.
S Sport mode
Principle
The shifting points and shifting times in the
Sport program are designed for sportier han-
dling. The transmission, for instance shifts up
later and the shifting times are shorter.
Engaging selector lever position N
NOTICE
Activating the Sport program
Selector lever position P is automatically en-
gaged when standby state is switched off.
The wheels are blocked. There is a risk
of damage to property. Do not switch off
standby if the vehicle is meant to coast, e.g.,
in a car wash.
1. Switch on drive-ready state while pressing
on the brake pedal.
2. If necessary, release the parking brake and
switch off Automatic Hold.
Pull the selector lever from selector lever posi-
tion D to D/S.
3. Depress the brake pedal.
The engaged gear is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster, for instance S1.
4. Engage selector lever position N.
5. Switch off drive-ready state.
The sport program of the transmission is acti-
vated.
In this way, standby state remains switched
on, and a Check Control message is dis-
played.
Ending the Sport program
Pull the selector lever to D/S.
The vehicle can roll.
Selector lever position P is engaged automati-
cally after approximately 35 minutes.
D is displayed in the instrument cluster.
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Even in manual mode, the transmission shifts
automatically in certain situations, e.g., when
speed limits are reached.
Displays in the instrument cluster
The selector lever position is
displayed, for example P.
Temporary manual mode
In selector lever position D, pulling a shift pad-
dle switches into manual mode temporarily.
The engaged gear is also displayed in the in-
strument cluster, for instance D1.
Electronic unlocking of the
transmission lock
After conservative driving in manual mode
without acceleration or shifting via the shift
paddles for a certain amount of time, the
transmission switches back to automatic
mode.
General information
Unlock the transmission lock electroni-
cally, e.g., to maneuver the vehicle out of a
hazardous area in the event of a malfunction.
It is possible to switch into automatic mode:
Before unlocking the transmission lock, secure
the vehicle against rolling away, for instance
with a wheel chock.
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Pull and hold the right shift paddle until D is
displayed in the instrument cluster.
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In addition to the pulled right shift paddle,
pull the left shift paddle.
Engaging selector lever position N
1. Quickly press the Start/Stop button three
times without stepping on the brake.
Continuous manual mode
In Sport program S, pulling a shift paddle
switches to manual mode M permanently.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Press the selector lever to position N.
The engaged gear is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster, for instance M1.
An appropriate Check Control message is
displayed.
It is possible to switch into automatic mode:
Position N is indicated on the selector lever.
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Pull and hold the right shift paddle until S is
displayed on the instrument cluster.
4. Maneuver the vehicle from the hazardous
area and secure it against rolling away.
In addition to the pulled right shift paddle,
pull the left shift paddle.
Shift paddles
Pull the selector lever to D/S.
When M2 is set manually while the vehicle is
stationary, the transmission will no longer shift
back to M1. This shift behavior is maintained
until M1 is engaged manually or manual mode
M is exited.
Principle
The shift paddles on the steering wheel are
used to change gears manually.
General information
Shifting
The vehicle only shifts at suitable RPM and
road speeds.
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Shifting
Launch Control
Principle
Launch Control enables optimum acceleration
on roads with good traction under dry sur-
rounding conditions.
General information
Using Launch Control causes premature com-
ponent wear since this function represents a
very heavy load for the vehicle.
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Upshifting: pull the right shift paddle.
Downshifting: pull left shift paddle.
Do not turn the steering wheel when driving off
with Launch Control.
The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in-
strument cluster, followed by the current gear.
Do not use Launch Control when breaking in
the vehicle.
Advanced mode
Additional information:
Break-in, refer to page 248.
General information
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Step-
tronic Sport transmission offers an advanced
mode with adapted shift characteristics.
Functional requirement
Launch Control can be used when the engine
is at operating temperature. The engine is at
operating temperature after an uninterrupted
trip of at least 6 miles/10 km.
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Automatic downshift to lowest possible
gear.
If the left shift paddle is pulled and held, the
Steptronic transmission automatically shifts
down to the lowest possible gear.
Driving off with Launch Control
1. Turn on drive-ready state.
Avoid automatic upshifting in manual
mode.
2.
Press the button.
In manual mode, the Steptronic transmis-
sion does not shift up automatically when
speed limits are reached.
3. Activate TRACTION on the control display.
4. Engage selector lever position S.
There is no downshifting for kickdown.
5. With the left foot, press down forcefully on
the brake.
Enabling advanced mode
Advanced mode is active in manual mode.
6. Press and hold down the accelerator pedal
beyond the resistance point at the full throt-
tle position, kickdown.
"SPORT": The driving mode must be selected
and configured depending on vehicle equip-
ment.
A destination flag is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster.
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7. The starting engine speed adjusts. Wait
briefly until the engine speed is constant.
Keep the accelerator pedal in this position.
Activating
1. Keep the left shift paddle pulled until
SPRINT is displayed in the instrument clus-
ter.
8. Release the brake within 3 seconds after
the destination flag illuminates.
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The transmission shifts down to the
lowest possible gear and switches to
manual operation M.
The vehicle accelerates.
Upshifting occurs automatically as long as
the destination flag is displayed and the ac-
celerator pedal is not released.
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A dynamic setting has been activated
for the drivetrain.
2. Change gears manually.
Repeated use during a trip
After Launch Control has been used, the trans-
mission must cool down for a short time before
Launch Control can be used again. Launch
Control adjusts to the surrounding conditions
when used again.
Automatic deactivation
The Sprint function is ended automatically
when driving moderately for a defined period
of time.
Manual deactivation
After using Launch Control
To support driving stability, reactivate Dynamic
Stability Control as soon as possible.
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Keep the right shift paddle pulled until
SPRINT is no longer displayed in the instru-
ment cluster.
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In addition to the pulled right shift paddle,
pull the left shift paddle.
System limits
An experienced driver may be able to achieve
better acceleration values in DSC OFF without
Launch Control mode.
Press the selector lever from selector lever
position S to D.
Driving Experience Control
Steptronic Sport
transmission: sprint function
Principle
The Driving Experience Control influences,
among other things, the vehicle's driving dy-
namics.
Principle
Depending on the equipment, the Sprint func-
tion can be used for an upcoming acceleration
process. The Sprint function prepares the driv-
etrain for the acceleration process.
The vehicle can be adjusted depending on the
situation using various driving modes.
General information
The following systems may be affected, for in-
stance:
General information
When the Sprint function is activated, the re-
sponse characteristics of the vehicle will be-
come more dynamic.
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Drivetrain.
Chassis.
Steering.
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Display in the instrument cluster.
Cruise control.
Driving modes in detail
COMFORT
Overview
The COMFORT driving mode is a balanced
setting between sporty and consumption-opti-
mized driving.
Buttons in the vehicle
SPORT
The SPORT driving mode is a dynamic setting
for more agility with an optimized suspension.
SPORT PLUS
The SPORT PLUS driving mode is a dynamic
setting for maximum agility with an adjusted
drive.
Button
Driving mode
ECO PRO
In ECO PRO driving mode, consumption is op-
timized.
SPORT
SPORT PLUS
SPORT INDIVIDUAL
INDIVIDUAL configuration
COMFORT
General information
For some driving modes, there is another
mode that can be adjusted individually.
ECO PRO
ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL
The individual configuration set last is acti-
vated directly when the driving mode is called
up again.
Displays in the instrument cluster
The selected driving mode is
displayed in the instrument clus-
ter.
Configuring and resetting
E.g., ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL drive mode:
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
Activating/deactivating drive modes
Press the button for the desired drive mode
repeatedly until the desired drive mode is dis-
played in the instrument cluster.
4. "Drivetrain and chassis"
5. "ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL"
6. Select the desired setting.
When changing the drive mode, the current
drive mode is deactivated.
Reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the standard
settings:
"Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD"
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There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Take the vehicle key with you when
exiting and lock the vehicle.
Enabling INDIVIDUAL
Press the button for the desired driving mode
several times.
Parking brake
Overview
Principle
Button in the vehicle
The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi-
cle from rolling away when it is parked.
Safety information
Warning
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and
possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident.
Before leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle
against rolling away.
Parking brake
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, follow the following:
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Set the parking brake.
Setting the parking brake
On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
turn the front wheels in the direction of
the curb.
With a stationary vehicle
Pull the switch.
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On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
also secure the vehicle, for instance with
a wheel chock.
The LED illuminates.
The indicator light in the instrument
cluster illuminates red.
The parking brake is set.
Warning
Unattended children or animals in the vehicle
can cause the vehicle to move and endanger
themselves and traffic, for example, due to
the following actions:
While driving
Use while driving serves as an emergency
braking function.
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Pressing the Start/Stop button.
Releasing the parking brake.
Pull the switch and hold it. The vehicle
brakes hard while the switch is being
pulled.
Opening and closing the doors or win-
dows.
The indicator light in the instrument
cluster illuminates red, a signal sounds,
and the brake lights illuminate.
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Engaging selector lever position N.
Using vehicle equipment.
A Check Control message is displayed.
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The parking brake is engaged when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
The indicator light is no longer illumi-
nated as soon as the parking brake is
ready for operation again.
Releasing the parking brake
Releasing the parking brake manually
1. Turn on drive-ready state.
Automatic Hold
Principle
Automatic Hold assists the driver by automati-
cally setting and releasing the brake such as
when moving in stop-and-go traffic.
2.
Press the switch while stepping on
the brake pedal or selector lever position P
is set.
The vehicle is automatically held in place when
it is stationary.
The LED and the indicator light go out.
The parking brake is released.
On uphill grades the system prevents the vehi-
cle from rolling back when driving off.
Releasing the parking brake
automatically
The parking brake is released automatically
when you drive off.
General information
The parking brake is automatically engaged
under the following conditions:
The LED and the indicator light go out.
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Drive-ready state is switched off.
Malfunction
If the parking brake fails or malfunctions, se-
cure the vehicle so that it does not roll away
before you exit.
The driver's door is opened while the vehi-
cle is stationary.
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The moving vehicle is brought to a stand-
still using the parking brake.
A Check Control message is displayed.
Safety information
Secure the vehicle against rolling away, for in-
stance with a wheel chock, after getting out of
the vehicle.
Warning
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and
possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident.
Before leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle
against rolling away.
After a power interruption
To reestablish parking brake operability after
a power interruption, an initialization may be
required.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, follow the following:
1. Turn on standby state.
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Set the parking brake.
On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
turn the front wheels in the direction of
the curb.
2.
Pull the switch while stepping on the
brake pedal or selector lever position P is
set and then push.
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On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
also secure the vehicle, for instance with
a wheel chock.
This process may take a few seconds. Some
mechanical sounds associated with this proc-
ess are normal.
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Activating Automatic Hold
1. Turn on drive-ready state.
Warning
Unattended children or animals in the vehicle
can cause the vehicle to move and endanger
themselves and traffic, for example, due to
the following actions:
2.
Press the button.
The LED illuminates.
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Pressing the Start/Stop button.
Releasing the parking brake.
The indicator light illuminates green.
Automatic Hold is activated.
Opening and closing the doors or win-
dows.
After every vehicle restart, the last se-
lected setting is active.
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Engaging selector lever position N.
Using vehicle equipment.
Automatic Hold holding the vehicle
Automatic Hold is activated and the driver’s
door is closed.
There is a risk of accidents or injuries. Do not
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Take the vehicle key with you when
exiting and lock the vehicle.
After stopping, the vehicle is automat-
ically secured against rolling away as
soon as the indicator light illuminates
green.
NOTICE
If the vehicle is stationary, Automatic Hold
engages the parking brake and prevents the
vehicle from rolling in a car wash. There is a
risk of damage to property. Deactivate Auto-
matic Hold prior to entering the car wash.
Driving off
Press the accelerator pedal to drive off.
The brake is released automatically and the
indicator light of the parking brake is no longer
illuminated.
Overview
Automatic parking brake application
The parking brake is automatically set if drive-
ready state is switched off while the vehicle is
being held by Automatic Hold or if the vehicle
is exited.
Button in the vehicle
The indicator light changes from green
to red.
The parking brake is not set automatically if
the drive-ready state was switched off while
the vehicle was coasting. Automatic Hold is
temporarily deactivated in this case.
Automatic Hold
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Deactivate Automatic Hold
Press the button.
The LED goes out.
The indicator light goes out.
Automatic Hold is switched off.
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold,
also press on the brake pedal when switching
off.
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