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Driving
tion of travel and provides assistance when
driving off.
Vehicle equipment
This chapter describes equipment, systems
and functions which are offered or may be of-
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-
tion.
Driving off
To drive off, press the accelerator pedal.
The parking brake is automatically released.
Depending on the vehicle load and driving sit-
uation or in trailer operation, the vehicle may
roll backwards a little.
For further information:
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.
Acoustic protection for pedestrians
Start/Stop button
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, acoustic protection for pedes-
trians generates continuous driving noise in
vehicles with electric or electrically assisted
drives.
Principle
Drive-ready state is switched on and off by
pressing the Start/Stop button.
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With a stationary vehicle and turned on
drive-ready state as soon as the selector
lever position P is exited.
General
Drive-ready state is switched on by pressing
the Start/Stop button with the brake applied.
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With electric driving up to 30 km/h/20 mph.
A loudspeaker system plays the noise outside
the vehicle. As a result, other road users, for
example pedestrians or cyclists, can detect the
vehicle better.
Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches
drive-ready state off again and standby state
is switched on.
For further information:
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Drive-ready state, see page 48.
Standby state, see page 47.
Automatic Start/Stop
function
Driving off
1. Switch on drive-ready state.
2. Select the drive position.
3. Drive off.
Principle
The Automatic Start/Stop function helps you
to save fuel. It does this by switching off the
engine when the vehicle stops, for example
in congestion or at traffic lights. Drive-ready
state remains switched on. For driving off, the
engine starts automatically.
When stopping
Selector lever positions D, S or R
On uphill gradients, the system prevents the
vehicle from rolling against the selected direc-
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Functional limitations
General
The engine is not shut down automatically in
the following situations:
Each time the engine is started via the Start/
Stop button, the Automatic Start/Stop function
is switched to standby.
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On a steep downhill gradient.
The function is activated at low speeds.
The brake pedal has not been pressed hard
enough.
Engine shutdown
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When the outside temperature is high and
the automatic air conditioning is switched
on.
Operating requirements
The engine is automatically shut down when
stationary when the following conditions are
met:
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Interior is not heated or cooled to the de-
sired temperature.
Where there is a risk of condensation when
the automatic air conditioning is switched
on.
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Selector lever in selector lever position D.
Brake pedal remains pressed while the ve-
hicle is at a standstill or the vehicle is kept
stationary by Automatic Hold.
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Engine or other parts are not at operating
temperature.
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Driver's seat belt fastened or driver's door
closed.
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Engine cooling is required.
Sharp steering wheel angle or steering op-
eration.
Manual engine shutdown
If the engine was not switched off automati-
cally when the vehicle came to a stop, it can be
switched off manually:
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Vehicle battery charge state very low.
At high altitudes.
The bonnet is unlocked.
Hill Descent Control is activated.
Park Assist is activated.
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Rapidly press the brake pedal from the cur-
rent position.
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Engage selector lever in position P.
For stop-and-go traffic.
If all the operating requirements have been
met, the engine is stopped.
Selector lever position in N, S or R.
After reversing.
When using fuel with high ethanol content.
Air conditioning when the vehicle is
parked
The amount of air of the air conditioning is
reduced when the engine is not running.
Engine start
Operating requirements
For driving off, the engine starts automatically
under the following conditions:
Display in the instrument cluster
The display in the instrument
cluster indicates that the Au-
tomatic Start/Stop function is
ready for automatic engine start.
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By releasing the brake pedal.
With Automatic Hold activated: press the
accelerator pedal.
Driving off
Accelerate as usual after starting the engine.
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Safety function
After an automatic shut down, the engine will
not restart automatically if one of the following
conditions is met:
Without mild hybrid technology: via
button
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Driver's seat belt unfastened and driver's
door open.
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Bonnet has been unlocked.
Several indicator lights illuminate for various
lengths of time.
The engine can only be started using the Start/
Stop button.
Press the key.
System limits
Even if you do not want to drive off, the en-
gine restarts automatically in the following sit-
uations:
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LED illuminates: Automatic Start/
Stop function is deactivated.
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The LED is off: Automatic Start/Stop func-
tion is activated.
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In case of excessive warming of the interior
when the air conditioning function is turned
on.
Without mild hybrid technology: via
iDrive
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In case of excessive cooling of the interior
when the heating is turned on.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
Where there is a risk of condensation when
the automatic air conditioning is switched
on.
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Drivetrain and chassis"
5. "Auto Start/Stop"
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Without mild hybrid technology:
In case of a steering operation.
6. Select the desired setting.
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When changing the selector lever position
from D or P.
Via selector lever position
The Automatic Start/Stop function is also de-
activated in selector lever position S.
In case of seriously discharged vehicle bat-
tery.
When starting an oil level measurement.
Via Driving Experience Control
The Automatic Start/Stop function is also de-
activated in the SPORT drive mode of Driving
Experience Control.
Manually deactivating the system
Principle
The engine is not switched off automatically.
During an automatic engine shutdown, the en-
gine is started.
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Parking the vehicle during
automatic engine shutdown
Safety information
During an automatic engine shutdown, the ve-
hicle can be parked safely, for example in order
to exit it.
WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against
rolling away by, for example, applying the
parking brake.
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 automatically
engaged.
Selector lever positions
2. Apply the parking brake.
D Drive position
Selector lever position for all normal driving.
All gears for driving forwards are selected au-
tomatically.
Automatic deactivation
In certain situations the Automatic Start/Stop
function is deactivated automatically for safety
reasons, for example if the absence of the
driver is detected.
R reverse gear
Only engage selector lever position R when the
vehicle is stationary.
Malfunction
The Automatic Start/Stop function no longer
shuts down the engine automatically. A Check
Control message is shown. It is possible to
continue driving. Have the system checked by
an authorised Service Partner or another quali-
fied Service Partner or a specialist workshop.
N Neutral
In selector lever position N, the vehicle can be
pushed or can roll without drivetrain, for exam-
ple in car washes.
P Park
Steptronic transmission
General
Selector lever position once the vehicle is
parked, for example. In selector lever posi-
tion P, the transmission blocks the drivetrain.
Principle
The Steptronic transmission is the vehicle's
automatic transmission. With the shift paddle,
there is the option of changing gear manually if
required.
Only engage selector lever position P when the
vehicle is stationary.
P is engaged automatically
Selector lever position P is automatically en-
gaged in situations such as the following:
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After switching off the drive-ready state
when selector lever position R, D, or S is
engaged.
The selector lever returns to the centre po-
sition when released.
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After switching off the standby state when
selector lever position N is engaged.
While the vehicle is at a standstill and se-
lector lever position D, S, or R is engaged,
the driver's seat belt is unfastened, the driv-
er's door is opened and the brake is not
depressed.
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that se-
lector lever position P is engaged and the
parking brake is engaged. The vehicle could
otherwise start to move.
Engaging selector lever position P
For further information:
Engaging selector lever positions
General
Apply the brake until ready to drive off, other-
wise the vehicle will move when drive position
or reverse gear is selected.
Press button P.
The transmission lock is engaged.
Operating requirements
The selector lever will only move from posi-
tion P to another selector lever position if drive-
ready state is switched on and the brake is
pressed.
Rolling or pushing the vehicle
General
In some situations, the vehicle may need to roll
a short distance without drivetrain, for example
in a conveyor car wash, or when being pushed.
It may not be possible to move out of selector
lever position P until all technical conditions
are met.
Engaging selector lever position N
Engaging selector lever position D, N,
R
1. Fasten the driver's seat belt.
NOTICE
The selector lever position P is automatically
engaged when standby state is switched off.
The wheels are locked. There is a risk of
material damage. Do not switch off standby
state if the vehicle is to roll, e.g. in conveyor
car washes.
2. Tilt or pull the selector lever into the desired
direction, past a resistance point, if needed.
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Activating the Sport programme
1. Switch on drive-ready state while pressing
the brake.
2. If necessary, release the parking brake and
switch off Automatic Hold.
3. Press the brake.
4. Engage selector lever position N.
5. Switch off drive-ready state.
Standby state then remains switched on
and a Check Control message is shown.
The vehicle can now roll.
Pull the selector lever out of selector lever po-
sition D to D/S.
Selector lever position P is automatically en-
gaged after approximately 35 minutes.
The gear selected is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster, for example S1.
If there is a fault, it may not be possible to
change the selector lever position.
The Sport programme of the transmission is
activated.
Unlock the parking lock electronically if neces-
sary.
For further information:
Ending Sport programme
Pull the selector lever to D/S.
Unlocking the parking lock electronically, see
D is shown in the instrument cluster.
Kickdown
Kickdown is used to achieve maximum per-
formance.
Displays in the instrument cluster
The selector lever position is
displayed, for example P.
Press the accelerator pedal down beyond the
regular full-throttle position; some resistance
will be felt.
Sport programme S
Unlocking the parking lock
electronically
Principle
In the Sport programme, the gear shift points
and gear shift times are configured for more
sporty driving. For example, the transmission
shifts up later and the gearshift times are
shorter.
General
Unlock the transmission lock electronically, e.g.
to manoeuvre the vehicle out of a danger area
in the event of a fault.
Before unlocking the parking lock, secure the
vehicle to prevent it from rolling away, for ex-
ample with a chock.
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Pull and hold the right shift paddle until D is
shown in the instrument cluster.
Engaging selector lever position N
1. Press the Start/Stop button three times
quickly; do not press the brake when doing
so.
While pulling and holding the right shift
paddle, pull the left shift paddle.
2. Press the brake.
Permanent manual mode
In Sport programme S, pulling a shift paddle
causes the system to switch permanently to
manual mode M.
3. Press the selector lever to position N.
A corresponding Check Control message is
shown.
Position N is displayed on the selector
lever.
The gear selected is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster, for example M1.
4. Manoeuvre the vehicle out of danger and
then secure it against rolling away.
It is possible to change to automatic mode:
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Pull and hold the right shift paddle until S is
shown in the instrument cluster.
Shift paddles
While pulling and holding the right shift
paddle, pull the left shift paddle.
Pull the selector lever to D/S.
Principle
If M2 is set manually while the vehicle is sta-
tionary, the transmission will no longer shift
back to M1. These shift characteristics are re-
tained until M1 is engaged manually or manual
mode M is exited.
The shift paddles on the steering wheel enable
the gears to be changed manually.
General
Gearshift
Shifting gears
Gear shifting is only carried out at the appro-
priate rotational speed and vehicle speed.
Even in manual mode, the transmission
switches automatically in certain situa-
tions, e.g. when speed limits are reached.
Temporary manual mode
In selector lever position D, pulling a shift pad-
dle causes the system to switch to manual
mode temporarily.
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To shift up: pull the right shift paddle.
To shift down: pull the left shift paddle.
The gear selected is also displayed in the in-
strument cluster, for example D1.
The gear selected appears briefly in the instru-
ment cluster, followed by the gear currently in
use.
The transmission reverts to automatic mode
from manual mode after a certain period of
time of moderate driving without acceleration
or gear shifts using the shift paddles.
It is possible to change to automatic mode:
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For further information:
Advanced mode
Running in, see page 338.
General
Operating requirements
Depending on the equipment, the Steptronic
transmission offers an advanced mode with
adapted shift characteristics.
Launch Control is available when the engine
is at operating temperature. The engine is at
operating temperature after an uninterrupted
journey of at least 10 km, 6 miles.
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Automatic downshift to the lowest possible
gear.
If the left shift paddle is pulled and held, the
Steptronic transmission automatically shifts
down to the lowest possible gear.
Start up with Launch Control
1. Switch on drive-ready state.
Avoid automatic upshifting in manual
mode.
2.
Press the button.
The Steptronic transmission does not shift
up automatically in manual mode when
speed limits are reached.
3. Activate TRACTION on the control display.
4. Engage selector lever position S.
5. Press the brake firmly with the left foot.
There is no downshift for kickdown.
6. Press the accelerator pedal down beyond
the resistance at the full-throttle position
and hold, kickdown.
Activating advanced mode
Advanced mode is active in manual mode
A destination flag is shown in the instru-
ment cluster.
when Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated.
Depending on the equipment, the advanced
mode can also be activated in manual mode
as follows:
7. The engine speed for pulling away is adjus-
ted. Wait briefly until the engine speed is
constant. Keep the accelerator pedal in this
position.
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"SPORT PLUS": drive mode is selected.
Dynamic Traction Control is activated.
8. Release the brake within 3 seconds of the
destination flag illuminating.
Launch Control
The vehicle accelerates.
Upshifts are automatic as long as the desti-
nation flag is displayed and the accelerator
pedal is not released.
Principle
When the ambient conditions are dry, Launch
Control permits optimised acceleration on a
road surface that offers plenty of grip.
Using again during a journey
Once Launch Control has been used, the
transmission requires a short time to cool
down before Launch Control can be used
again. Launch Control adapts to the ambient
conditions when used again.
General
Using Launch Control causes premature com-
ponent wear, as this feature subjects the vehi-
cle to very high stresses and loads.
When driving off with Launch Control, do not
turn the steering wheel.
Do not use Launch Control when running in.
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After using Launch Control
To support driving stability, re-activate Dy-
namic Stability Control as soon as possible.
Deactivating manually
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Pull and hold the right shift paddle until
SPRINT is no longer shown in the instru-
ment cluster.
System limits
An experienced driver may be able to achieve
better acceleration values in DSC OFF mode
without Launch Control.
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While pulling and holding the right shift
paddle, pull the left shift paddle.
Press the selector lever from position S to
position D.
Steptronic sport
transmission: sprint function
Driving Experience Control
Principle
The Driving Experience Control influences,
among other things, the characteristics of the
driving dynamics of the vehicle.
Principle
Depending on the equipment, the sprint func-
tion can be used when the driver is about to
accelerate. The sprint function prepares the
drivetrain for the acceleration.
Various drive modes allow the vehicle to be
adapted to suit the situation.
General
General
The following systems are influenced, for ex-
ample:
Activating the sprint function makes the vehi-
cle's response characteristics more dynamic.
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Drivetrain.
Activating
1. Pull and hold the left shift paddle until
SPRINT is shown in the instrument cluster.
Suspension.
Steering.
Display in the instrument cluster.
Cruise Control.
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The transmission changes down to the
lowest possible gear and switches to
manual mode M.
Overview
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A dynamic setting is activated for the
drivetrain.
Buttons in the vehicle
2. Change gears manually.
Deactivating automatically
The sprint function ends automatically if the
vehicle is driven moderately for a certain
amount of time.
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ECO PRO
Button
Drive mode
The ECO PRO drive mode provides a con-
sumption-optimised setting.
SPORT
SPORT PLUS
SPORT INDIVIDUAL
INDIVIDUAL configuration
COMFORT
General
For some drive modes there is another individ-
ually adjustable mode.
ECO PRO
The most recent custom configuration is acti-
vated when the drive mode is called up again.
ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL
Displays in the instrument cluster
Configuring and resetting
The selected drive mode is
shown in the instrument cluster.
For example, ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL drive
mode:
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
Activating/deactivating the drive
mode
Press the button of 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.
To reset ECO PRO INDIVIDUAL to the default
setting:
When the drive mode is changed, the current
drive mode is deactivated.
"Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD"
Activating INDIVIDUAL
Press the button of the desired drive mode
several times.
Drive modes in detail
COMFORT
The COMFORT drive mode is a balanced
setting between sporty and consumption-opti-
mised driving.
Parking brake
Principle
SPORT
The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi-
cle from rolling away when it is parked.
The SPORT drive mode is a dynamic setting
for greater agility with an optimised suspen-
sion.
SPORT PLUS
The SPORT PLUS drive mode is a dynamic
setting for maximum agility with an adapted
drivetrain.
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Safety information
Overview
Button in the vehicle
WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against
rolling away.
Observe the following to ensure that the vehi-
cle is secured against rolling away:
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Apply the parking brake.
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb
on uphill or downhill gradient.
Parking brake
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Additionally secure the vehicle on uphill
or downhill gradient, for example with a
chock.
Applying the parking brake
When the vehicle is stationary
WARNING
Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle
can set the vehicle in motion and endanger
themselves or other road users, for example
by the following actions:
Pull the switch.
The LED is illuminated.
The indicator light in the instrument
cluster is illuminated red.
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Pressing the Start/Stop button.
Releasing the parking brake.
The parking brake is engaged.
Opening and closing doors or windows.
Engaging selector lever position N.
Operating vehicle equipment.
While driving
The parking brake can be used as an emer-
gency braking function while driving:
There is a risk of accident or injury. Do not
leave children or pets unsupervised in the ve-
hicle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehi-
cle key with you and lock the vehicle.
Pull and hold the switch. The vehicle
brakes hard for as long as the switch is
pulled.
The indicator light in the instrument
cluster is illuminated red, a signal
sounds and the brake lights illuminate.
A Check Control message is shown.
Apply the parking brake when the vehicle is
stationary.
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Engaging the parking brake
automatically
1. Switch on standby state.
In some situations, the parking brake is en-
gaged automatically, for example, by Auto-
matic Hold.
2.
Pull the switch with the brake ap-
plied or the selector lever in position P and
then press it.
In selector lever position N, the parking brake
will not be engaged automatically.
The procedure can take a few seconds. Any
sounds that occur are normal.
The indicator light extinguishes as
soon as the parking brake is opera-
tional again.
Release the parking brake
Releasing the parking brake manually
1. Switch on drive-ready state.
Automatic Hold
2.
Press the switch with the brake ap-
plied or the selector lever in position P.
Principle
The LED and the indicator light go out.
The parking brake is released.
Automatic Hold provides assistance by auto-
matically applying and releasing the brake, for
example in stop-and-go traffic.
Releasing the parking brake
automatically
The parking brake is automatically released on
when you drive off.
The vehicle is held automatically when at a
standstill.
On upward gradients, it prevents the vehicle
from rolling back when driving off.
The LED and the indicator light go out.
General
Malfunction
If a parking brake has failed or malfunctioned,
secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away before leaving the vehicle.
The parking brake is released automatically
when the following conditions are met:
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Drive-ready state is switched off.
If the driver’s door is open for more than
one second and no pedal is pressed during
this time.
A Check Control message is shown.
After getting out, secure the vehicle to prevent
it from rolling away, for example with a chock.
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If the moving vehicle is brought to a stand-
still with the parking brake.
After an open circuit
To restore the operability of the parking brake
after a power failure, an initialisation may be
required.
Safety information
WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can start moving and
roll away. There is a risk of accident. Before
leaving the vehicle, secure the vehicle against
rolling away.
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Observe the following to ensure that the vehi-
cle is secured against rolling away:
Activate Automatic Hold
1. Switch on drive-ready state.
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Apply the parking brake.
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb
on uphill or downhill gradient.
2.
Press the button.
The LED is illuminated.
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Additionally secure the vehicle on uphill
or downhill gradient, for example with a
chock.
The indicator light illuminates green.
Automatic Hold is activated.
When the vehicle is restarted, the last
selected setting is retained.
WARNING
Unsupervised children or pets in the vehicle
can set the vehicle in motion and endanger
themselves or other road users, for example
by the following actions:
Automatic Hold holds the vehicle
Automatic Hold is activated and the driver’s
door is closed.
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Pressing the Start/Stop button.
Releasing the parking brake.
Once the vehicle has stopped, it is au-
tomatically secured from rolling away
once the indicator light lights up green.
Opening and closing doors or windows.
Engaging selector lever position N.
Operating vehicle equipment.
Driving off
To drive off, press the accelerator pedal.
There is a risk of accident or injury. Do not
leave children or pets unsupervised in the ve-
hicle. When leaving the vehicle, take the vehi-
cle key with you and lock the vehicle.
The brake is released automatically and the
parking brake indicator light is extinguished.
Automatic parking brake application
The parking brake is applied automatically if
drive-ready state is switched off or the vehicle
is exited while Automatic Hold is holding the
vehicle.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
The indicator light changes from green
to red.
The parking brake is not applied automatically
if drive-ready state was switched off while the
vehicle was rolling to a stop. Automatic Hold is
temporarily deactivated in this case.
Deactivate Automatic Hold
Automatic Hold
Press the key.
The LED is extinguished.
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The indicator light extinguishes.
Automatic Hold is deactivated.
Indicating a turn briefly
Press the lever as far as the resistance point
and hold it there for as long as you wish to
indicate a turn.
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold,
also depress the brake when deactivating.
High-beam headlight,
headlight flasher
Turn indicators
Press the lever forwards or pull it back.
Turn indicator in exterior mirror
To ensure that the indicator lamps in the ex-
terior mirrors can be seen, do not fold in the
exterior mirrors while driving and while the turn
indicators or hazard warning lights are operat-
ing.
Indicating
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High-beam headlight on, arrow 1.
The high-beam headlight is illuminated
when the low-beam headlight is switched
on.
High-beam headlight off/headlight flasher,
arrow 2.
The indicator light in the instrument
cluster is illuminated when the high-
beam headlight is switched on.
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
One-touch signalling
Briefly tap the lever up or down.
Wiper system
Safety information
WARNING
The duration of the one-touch signalling can
be set.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Exterior lighting"
If the windscreen wipers start moving when
they are folded away from the windscreen,
parts of the body may become trapped or the
vehicle may be damaged. There is a danger
of injury or material damage. Make sure that
the vehicle is switched off when the wipers
4. If necessary, "Additional settings"
5. "One-touch indicator"
6. Select the desired setting.
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are folded away from the windscreen, and
that the windscreen wipers are in contact
with the windscreen when switching on.
When the vehicle is at a standstill, the wip-
ers switch to normal speed.
If a journey is interrupted with the wiper sys-
tem switched on: when the journey is resumed,
the windscreen wipers continue operating at
the previous level.
NOTICE
The wiper blades can wear out or become
damaged prematurely when wiping on dry
glass for longer periods of time. The wiper
motor may overheat. There is a risk of mate-
rial damage. Do not use the wipers when the
glass is dry.
Switching off the wiper system and
flick wiping
NOTICE
If the wipers are frozen to the windscreen,
switching them on may cause the wiper
blades to tear off and the wiper motor to
overheat. There is a risk of material damage.
Defrost the windscreen before switching on
the windscreen wipers.
Press the lever down.
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To switch off: press lever downwards until
position 0 is reached.
▷
To flick wipe: press the lever downwards
from position 0.
Switching on the wiper system
The lever returns to position 0 when re-
leased.
Rain sensor
Principle
The rain sensor automatically controls the
wiper operation depending on the rain inten-
sity.
Press the lever upwards to the desired posi-
tion.
General
▷
Rest position of the windscreen wipers, po-
sition 0.
The sensor is mounted on the windscreen, di-
rectly in front of the interior mirror.
▷
▷
Rain sensor, position 1.
Normal wiper speed, position 2.
When the vehicle is at a standstill, the wip-
ers switch to intermittent operation.
▷
Fast wiper speed, position 3.
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▷
Upwards: high sensitivity of the rain sensor.
Safety information
Downwards: low sensitivity of the rain sen-
sor.
NOTICE
In car washes, the wipers may inadvertently
start moving if the rain sensor is activated.
There is a risk of material damage. Deacti-
vate the rain sensor in car washes.
Window washer system
Safety information
WARNING
Activating the rain sensor
At low temperatures, the washer fluid can
freeze onto the windscreen and restrict visi-
bility. There is a risk of accident. Only use
the washer systems if there is no possibility
of the washer fluid freezing. Use antifreeze
additive if required.
NOTICE
If the washer fluid reservoir is empty, the
washer pump cannot operate as intended.
There is a risk of material damage. Do not
use the washer system with the washer fluid
reservoir empty.
Press the lever upwards once from position 0,
arrow 1.
Wiping is started.
The LED in the wiper lever is illuminated.
If there is frost, wiping may not start.
Cleaning the windscreen
Deactivating the rain sensor
Press the lever back to position 0.
Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Pull the lever.
The washer fluid is sprayed onto the wind-
screen and the windscreen wipers are turned
on briefly.
Turn the knurled wheel to adjust the sensitivity
of the rain sensor.
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Windscreen washer jets
Safety information
The windscreen washer jets are automatically
heated when standby state is switched on.
WARNING
If the windscreen wipers start moving when
they are folded away from the windscreen,
parts of the body may become trapped or the
vehicle may be damaged. There is a danger
of injury or material damage. Make sure that
the vehicle is switched off when the wipers
are folded away from the windscreen, and
that the windscreen wipers are in contact
with the windscreen when switching on.
Rear wiper
Switching on rear wiper
NOTICE
If the wipers are frozen to the windscreen,
switching them on may cause the wiper
blades to tear off and the wiper motor to
overheat. There is a risk of material damage.
Defrost the windscreen before switching on
the windscreen wipers.
Turn the outer switch upwards.
▷
Rest position of the windscreen wiper, posi-
tion 0.
▷
Intermittent operation, arrow 1. Engaging
reverse gear activates continuous opera-
tion.
Cleaning the rear window
Turn the outer switch in the desired direction.
▷
In rest position: turn the switch downwards,
arrow 3. The switch returns to the rest posi-
tion when released.
▷
In intermittent operation: turn the switch
further, arrow 2. The switch returns to the
intermittent position when released.
The function is deactivated if the washer fluid
filling level in the reservoir is low.
Windscreen wipers fold-out position
Principle
The wipers can be folded out from the wind-
screen in the fold-out position. This is neces-
sary for example when replacing the wiper
blades or to keep them away from the wind-
screen when there is frost.
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Folding out the windscreen wipers
1. Switch on standby state.
2. Press the wiper lever down and hold until
the windscreen wipers stop in an approxi-
mately vertical position.
3. Lift the windscreen wipers completely away
from the windscreen.
Folding down the windscreen wipers
1. Fold the windscreen wipers fully down onto
the windscreen.
2. Switch on standby state and press and
hold the wiper lever down again.
The windscreen wipers move back to the
rest position and are operational once
again.
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