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if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-
tion.
Vehicle equipment
For further information:
This chapter describes equipment, systems
and functions which are offered or may be of-
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.
Airbags
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Front airbag, driver
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4
Head airbag
Side airbag
2
Front airbag, front passenger
Depending on the national-market version:
Front airbags
In a side-on crash, the side airbag in the rear
protects the bodies of the vehicle occupants in
the outer rear seats in the side chest and pelvic
area.
Front airbags protect the driver and front pas-
senger in the event of a head-on collision
where the protection of the seat belts alone
would no longer be sufficient.
Head airbag
Side airbag
The head airbag protects the head in the event
of a side-on crash.
In a side-on crash, the side airbag protects the
side of the body in the chest and pelvic area.
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Do not glue the airbag covers and do not
cover or modify them in any way.
Protective effect
General
Do not use the front airbag cover on the
passenger's side as a tray.
Airbags are not activated in every collision sit-
uation, for example, in minor accidents.
Do not attach slip covers, seat cushions or
other objects to the front seats that are not
specifically suited for seats with integrated
airbag versions.
Information for optimum airbag
protective effect
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Do not hang items of clothing, for example
coats or jackets, over the backrests.
WARNING
Do not modify individual components or
wiring. This also applies to the covers of the
steering wheel, the dashboard and seats.
If the seat position is incorrect or the deploy-
ment area of the airbag is restricted, the air-
bag system cannot provide the intended level
of protection or may cause additional injuries
when it deploys. There is a danger of injury or
danger to life. Observe the following for opti-
mum protective effect of the airbag system.
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Do not dismantle the airbag system.
Even if all this information is observed, injuries
resulting from contact with the airbag cannot
be entirely ruled out in every situation.
The noise caused by the deployment of an
airbag may lead to temporary hearing loss in
vehicle occupants sensitive to noise.
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Keep a distance from the airbags.
Always grip the steering wheel at the steer-
ing wheel rim. Place your hands in the
3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions to mini-
mise the risk of injury to hands or arms
when the airbag deploys.
Operational readiness of the airbag
system
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Adjust the seat and steering wheel so the
driver can reach over the steering wheel di-
agonally. Select the settings so that, when
reaching over, the shoulders stay in contact
with the backrest and the upper body stays
as far away from the steering wheel as
possible.
Safety information
WARNING
Individual components of the airbag system
may be hot after airbag deployment. There
is a danger of injury. Do not touch individual
components.
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Make sure that the front passenger is sit-
ting correctly, i.e. with their feet and legs in
the footwell, not resting on the dashboard.
WARNING
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Make sure that vehicle occupants keep
their head away from the side airbag.
Work carried out incorrectly can cause the
airbag system to fail, malfunction or deploy
accidentally. If there is a malfunction, the air-
bag system might not deploy as intended
in an accident, even if the impact is of the
appropriate severity. There is a danger of in-
jury or danger to life. Have the airbag system
tested, repaired or removed and disposed of
Do not place any other persons, pets or ob-
jects between the airbags and occupants.
Keep the dashboard and windscreen area
on the passenger's side clear, for example
do not attach adhesive foil or covers and
do not fit brackets for navigation devices or
mobile phones, for example.
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by an authorised Service Partner or another
qualified Service Partner or a specialist work-
shop.
General
The availability of the function depends on the
vehicle equipment and country.
The front passenger airbag can be deactiva-
ted and reactivated via iDrive on the control
display. An indicator light shows the operating
status.
Display in the instrument cluster
When drive-ready state is switched on,
the warning light in the instrument
cluster illuminates briefly to indicate
that the entire airbag system and the seat belt
tensioners are operational.
Operating requirements
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Drive-ready state is switched off.
Standby state is switched on.
The vehicle key is in the vehicle.
Malfunction
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The warning light does not illu-
minate after drive-ready state is
switched on.
Deactivating the front passenger
airbag
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Apps menu
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The warning light is permanently illumina-
ted.
2. "Vehicle apps"
Have the system checked by an authorised
Service Partner or another qualified Service
Partner or a specialist workshop.
3. "Passenger airbag"
4. "PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF"
5. Check the operation of the front passenger
airbag using the indicator light and confirm.
Adjusting the front seat position
The front passenger airbag is deactivated. The
driver airbag remains active.
To maintain the accuracy of the seat position,
calibrate the electric front seats as soon as
a corresponding message is displayed on the
control display.
If a rearward-facing child restraint system is
removed from the front passenger seat, reacti-
vate the front passenger airbag so that it can
deploy as intended in the event of an accident.
For further information:
Seats, see page 109.
Activating the front passenger
airbag
Deactivating the front
passenger airbag
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Passenger airbag"
4. "PASSENGER AIR BAG ON"
Principle
When using a rearward-facing child restraint
system on the front passenger seat, the
front passenger airbag can be deactivated via
iDrive.
5. Check the operation of the front passenger
airbag using the indicator light and confirm.
The front passenger airbag is reactivated and
deploys in appropriate situations.
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Front passenger airbag indicator
light
Safety information
The indicator light for the front passenger air-
bag in the headliner shows the operating sta-
tus of the front passenger airbag.
WARNING
The system may trigger inadvertently if con-
tact is made with individual components of
the hinges and bonnet locks. There is a dan-
ger of injury or material damage. Do not
touch individual components of the hinges
and bonnet locks.
After switching on standby state, the light illu-
minates briefly and then shows whether the
airbag is activated or deactivated.
Display
Function
When the front passenger air-
bag is activated, the indicator
light illuminates for approx. 1
minute and then goes out.
WARNING
Modifications to the pedestrian protection
can lead to a failure, a malfunction or acci-
dental triggering of the pedestrian protection
system. There is a danger of injury or danger
to life. Do not modify the pedestrian protec-
tion, its individual components or its wiring.
Do not dismantle the system.
When the front passenger air-
bag is deactivated, the indica-
tor light remains illuminated.
Check the status of the indicator light before
and also while driving when the front passen-
ger seat is occupied.
WARNING
Work carried out incorrectly can lead to a
failure, malfunction or accidental triggering of
the system. If there is a malfunction, the sys-
tem might not trigger as intended in an acci-
dent, even if the impact is of the appropriate
severity. There is a danger of injury or danger
to life. Have the system tested, repaired or
removed and disposed of by an authorised
Service Partner or another qualified Service
Partner or a specialist workshop.
Active pedestrian protection
Principle
The active pedestrian protection raises the
bonnet if the front of the vehicle collides with
a pedestrian.
General
When triggered, the pedestrian protection cre-
ates deformation space underneath the bon-
net in readiness for the subsequent head
impact. Sensors underneath the bumper are
used for detection.
WARNING
If the system has been triggered or is dam-
aged, its functionality will be restricted or it
may no longer work at all. There is a danger
of injury or danger to life.
The system’s gas pressure springs are only
approved for a certain period of time. Check
the gas pressure springs during maintenance
and replace them as necessary.
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If the system has been triggered or is dam-
aged, have it checked and replaced at an au-
thorised Service Partner or another qualified
Service Partner or a specialist workshop.
Collision warning systems
General
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle has
different systems that can help prevent an im-
minent collision.
NOTICE
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Opening the bonnet when the pedestrian
protection has triggered may damage the
bonnet or the pedestrian protection. There is
a risk of material damage. Do not open the
bonnet after the Check Control message is
displayed. Have it checked by an authorised
Service Partner or another qualified Service
Partner or a specialist workshop.
System limits
The active pedestrian protection is only
triggered at speeds between approximately
30 km/h, 18 mph and 55 km/h, 34 mph.
Safety information
For safety reasons, the system may also trig-
ger in rare instances where impact with a pe-
destrian cannot be excluded beyond all doubt,
for example in the following situations:
WARNING
The system does not relieve you of your per-
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot
respond independently and appropriately in
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be
ready to take over steering and braking at
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-
tion warrants it.
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Collision with objects such as a skip or a
boundary post.
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Collision with animals.
Stone impact.
Driving into a snow drift.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is shown.
WARNING
The system has been triggered or is
faulty.
Displays and warnings do not relieve you
of your personal responsibility. System limits
can mean that warnings or system respon-
ses are not issued or are issued too late, in-
correctly or for no reason. There is a risk of
accident. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.
Immediately drive at moderate speed to an au-
thorised Service Partner or another qualified
Service Partner or a specialist workshop to
have the system checked and repaired.
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The system only takes into account objects
within the detection range of the installed sen-
sors and that are detected by the system.
Turning on/turning off collision
warning systems
Depending on the national-market version,
some of the systems are automatically active
after every driving off.
Depending on the equipment, the area is
monitored by cameras or radar sensors.
For this reason, the system may fail to respond
or only respond after a delay.
The following functions are adjustable.
1.
Apps menu
System limits of the sensors
For further information:
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. Select the desired settings.
Front-collision warning
Resetting settings
The settings of the collision warning systems
can be reset to the default settings for vehicle
delivery.
Principle
The front-collision warning can help prevent
accidents. If an accident cannot be avoided,
the system may help reduce the severity of the
accident.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
The system can issue a warning of a possible
risk of collision and may activate the brakes
independently.
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Reset to recommended settings"
General
Depending on the equipment version, the
front-collision warning system includes the
following functions:
System limits
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Warning function in rear-end collision situa-
Safety information
Warning function for oncoming traffic, see
WARNING
Due to system limitations, the system may
not respond at all, or may respond too late,
incorrectly or for no reason. There is a risk of
accident or material damage. Observe the in-
formation on the system limits and intervene
actively if necessary.
Warning function for turning with oncoming
Warning function for pedestrians, see
Warning function at road junctions, see
Detection capability
The detection capability of the system is limi-
ted.
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Safety information
Speed range
The system issues a warning of a possi-
ble risk of collision at speeds above approx.
5 km/h/3 mph.
WARNING
The system does not relieve you of your per-
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot
respond independently and appropriately in
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be
ready to take over steering and braking at
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-
tion warrants it.
The system is temporarily disabled at speeds
over approx. 250 km/h, 155 mph.
Some functions are deactivated earlier.
As soon as the speed drops below these val-
ues again, the system is activated.
Turning the front-collision warning
on/off
Switching on the system automatically
Depending on the national-market version, the
system is automatically active after every driv-
ing off.
WARNING
Displays and warnings do not relieve you
of your personal responsibility. System limits
can mean that warnings or system respon-
ses are not issued or are issued too late, in-
correctly or for no reason. There is a risk of
accident. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.
Switching the system on manually
The system is activated when the warning
time is set.
For further information:
Switching the system off manually
Depending on the national-market version, the
setting can only be made at a vehicle standstill
or in the very low speed range.
WARNING
Individual functions may malfunction when
tow-starting or towing away with activa-
ted front-collision warning or Cruise Control
switched on. There is a risk of accident. Turn
off the front-collision warning and Cruise
Control before tow-starting or towing away.
If necessary, the switch-off must be confirmed
successively on the control display.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Front collision warning"
7. "Off"
Sensors
Depending on the equipment, the system is
controlled by the following sensors:
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Camera behind the windscreen.
Front radar sensor.
Side radar sensors, front.
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Setting the warning time
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Meaning
1.
Apps menu
Risk of collision, for example, with a
pedestrian.
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
Risk of collision, for example, with an
oncoming or a vehicle driving in front.
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Front collision warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
Risk of collision, e.g. with a crossing
vehicle from the right.
The higher the sensitivity of the warning time
settings the more warnings are displayed. The
system may therefore also issue more early or
unfounded warnings and reactions.
Risk of collision, e.g. with a crossing
vehicle from the left.
General risk of collision.
The system checks for visual impairments. De-
pending on equipment, the Driver Attention
Camera in the instrument cluster monitors the
driver's gaze behaviour. Visibility conditions
and field of vision also affect the timing of the
warnings.
The display of the respective indicator light
and warning light may vary because the sys-
tem may detect multiple objects.
Display in the instrument cluster
Warning function
The front-collision warning warns on different
warning levels, depending on the respective
hazardous situation.
The following indicator lights and warning
lights are shown in the instrument cluster and,
depending on the equipment, in the Head-up
display:
In the event of a system warning, the driver
must intervene immediately and in accordance
with the situation.
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Meaning
Depending on equipment and na-
tional-market version:
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A red warning light is illuminated:
A hazardous situation has been detected.
Increased awareness is required.
Functional limitation detected, for ex-
ample, due to system limits of the
cameras or system failure. It is pos-
sible to continue driving. Where appli-
cable, observe the information from
Check Control messages.
A red warning light flashes:
There is a risk of collision. Intervene your-
self immediately.
A warning signal sounds:
System limits of the cameras, see
page 41.
There is a risk of collision. Intervene your-
self immediately.
Depending on equipment and na-
tional-market version:
Automatic brake intervention:
Depending on the equipment and situation
in case of an imminent danger of collision,
the system can also intervene with an auto-
matic brake intervention and automatically
The system is switched off.
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decelerate the vehicle, if necessary, to a
complete standstill.
The system only takes into account objects
within the detection range of the installed sen-
sors and that are detected by the system.
When the brake pedal is pressed quickly and
hard, the maximum brake force of the vehicle
is used.
Depending on the equipment, the area is
monitored by cameras or radar sensors.
For this reason, the system may fail to respond
or only respond after a delay.
Automatic brake intervention
In case of a risk of collision, the system can
assist with an automatic brake intervention, if
necessary.
System limits of the sensors
For further information:
At low speeds, the vehicle can be braked to a
standstill.
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.
In the event of automatic brake intervention,
Dynamic Stability Control may be activated au-
tomatically.
Functional limitations
The system may have restricted functionality
in situations such as the following:
A brake intervention can be cancelled by suf-
ficiently stepping on the accelerator pedal, re-
leasing the brake pedal or with an active steer-
ing wheel movement.
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In tight bends.
With restriction of the driving stability con-
trol systems.
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Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
Depending on the equipment and situation,
the brake intervention can occur at speeds of
up to approx. 250 km/h/155 mph.
At speeds above approx. 210 km/h/130 mph,
only a brief brake intervention will occur.
Warning function in rear-end
collision situations
System limits
Principle
Safety information
The warning function in rear-end collision sit-
uations warns of a possible risk of collision and
may brake independently.
WARNING
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system
helps to reduce the collision speed.
Due to system limitations, the system may
not respond at all, or may respond too late,
incorrectly or for no reason. There is a risk of
accident or material damage. Observe the in-
formation on the system limits and intervene
actively if necessary.
Detection capability
The detection capability of the system is limi-
ted.
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System limits
General
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
Detection range
The following situations may not be detected,
or only detected with a delay, for instance:
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
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Slow driving vehicle in front being ap-
proached at high speed.
The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-
prox. 5 km/h/3 mph. The timing of these warn-
ings may vary depending on the current driving
situation.
Vehicles suddenly cutting in or decelerating
heavily.
Vehicles with unusual rear design.
The driver’s own driving behaviour is taken
into account in the responses of the system.
If an active driving style is detected, warnings
and brake interventions are output less fre-
quently.
Warning function for
oncoming traffic
Principle
The Warning function for oncoming traffic can
issue a warning of a possible risk of collision
with oncoming vehicles and apply the brakes
independently, if needed.
Safety information
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system
helps to reduce the collision speed.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
General
Icon
Meaning
Collision Warning with a detected ve-
hicle.
General risk of collision.
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene
personally.
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
For further information:
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The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-
prox. 5 km/h/3 mph. The timing of these warn-
ings may vary depending on the current driving
situation.
Warning function for turning
with oncoming traffic
Principle
There is a risk of an accident with oncoming
vehicles when turning across the oncoming
lane. The system can issue a warning of a
possible risk of collision and may activate the
brakes independently.
Safety information
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system
helps to reduce the collision speed.
General
Icon
Meaning
Oncoming traffic warning when a ve-
hicle is detected.
General risk of collision.
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene
personally.
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
In case of a risk of collision, a brake interven-
tion is triggered.
The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with oncoming vehicles at speeds
from approx. 5 km/h/3 mph. The timing of
these warnings may vary depending on the
current driving situation.
For further information:
System limits
Safety information
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
Detection range
For example the following might not be detec-
ted:
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Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.
Vehicles with an unusual front view.
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Meaning
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system
helps to reduce the collision speed.
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Oncoming traffic warning when a ve-
hicle is detected.
General
General risk of collision.
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene
personally.
For further information:
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range on a straight line.
System limits
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
Detection range
For example the following might not be detec-
ted:
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Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.
Vehicles that are hidden by other vehicles.
Vehicles with an unusual front view.
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range when turning off.
The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with pedestrians at speeds above
approx. 5 km/h/3 mph.
Upper speed limit
The system is active when the own speed is
below approx. 25 km/h/15 mph.
Safety information
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
Warning function for
pedestrians
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
person, a warning light is displayed.
Principle
The warning function for pedestrians warns
of the risk of collision with pedestrians and cy-
clists at speeds that are common in towns and
cities. The system may brake automatically if
necessary.
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Upper speed limit
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Meaning
Depending on the equipment, the system re-
acts to pedestrians when your own speed is up
to 80 km/h, approx. 50 mph.
Risk of collision with a pedestrian.
General risk of collision.
Warning function at road
junctions
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene
personally.
Principle
The warning function at road junctions can
warn of a possible risk of collision with crossing
traffic at intersections and junctions at speeds
that are common in towns and cities. The sys-
tem may brake automatically if necessary.
For further information:
System limits
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system
helps to reduce the collision speed.
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
General
Detection range
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
Vehicles that cross the vehicle's direction of
travel can be detected by the system as soon
as these vehicles enter the detection range of
the sensors.
The detection range consists of the following
parts:
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Area in front of the vehicle, arrow 1.
With side radar sensors in front: side areas,
arrows 2.
A warning is given at road junctions and cross-
roads if there is a risk of collision with crossing
traffic.
For example the following might not be detec-
ted:
The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-
prox. 5 km/h/3 mph.
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Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.
Pedestrians that are not detected as such
because of their contour or posture.
The timing of these warnings may vary de-
pending on the current driving situation.
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Pedestrians with insufficient height.
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Upper speed limit
Safety information
The system responds to crossing vehicles
when your own speed is below approx.
80 km/h, approx. 50 mph.
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
Evasion Assistant
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Meaning
Principle
Risk of collision with crossing vehicle
from right.
The Evasion Assistant can support the driver
in making evasive manoeuvres in certain situa-
tions, for example, when obstacles or persons
suddenly appear.
Risk of collision with crossing vehicle
from left.
General
General risk of collision.
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene
personally.
For further information:
The system issues warnings and intervenes to
provide support if there is a possibility to take
an avoidance manoeuvre to the side.
System limits
General
Sensors monitor and detect the clearance in
front of the vehicle. Depending on the equip-
ment, the areas next to the vehicle are also
monitored.
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
Detection range
For example the following might not be detec-
ted:
The system uses a detected free space for
avoidance by safely supporting the avoidance
manoeuvre carried out by the driver with auto-
matic steering movements.
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Crossing vehicles concealed by buildings,
for example.
Safety information
Follow the Safety Information in Chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
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Vehicles with an unusual side appearance.
Vehicles in highly dynamic driving situa-
tions.
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Slow driving vehicle in front being ap-
proached at high speed.
Operating requirements
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Front-collision warning is active.
Vehicles suddenly cutting in or decelerating
heavily.
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Sensors detect adequate space around the
vehicle.
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Vehicles with unusual rear design.
Two-wheeled vehicles ahead.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle or person, a warning light is displayed.
Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.
Pedestrians that are not detected as such
because of their contour or posture.
Icon
Meaning
▷
Pedestrians with insufficient height.
Warning when a vehicle is detected.
Exit warning
Warning when a person is detected.
Warning for unknown obstacles.
Principle
The exit warning helps to avoid accidents.
The system can warn the passengers when
they are opening the doors and a risk of colli-
sion with approaching objects is detected.
Warning function with evasion
support
If the vehicle approaches another object at a
high differential speed, a warning is displayed
if there is an immediate risk of collision.
General
Intervene in case of a warning.
The system provides support for the driver's
avoidance manoeuvres if there is a risk of colli-
sion.
A message in the instrument cluster and, de-
pending on the equipment, in the Head-up dis-
play signals the evasion support.
Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor
the area behind the vehicle.
System limits
Depending on the equipment, the area in front
of the vehicle is also monitored. For this pur-
pose, two further radar sensors are located in
the front bumper.
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Front-collision warning”.
The system monitors the area around the ve-
hicle for a limited time after getting in or after
parking.
Detection range
For example the following might not be detec-
ted:
A possible risk of collision is indicated by vari-
ous warning functions.
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3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Exit warning"
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the Chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
Sensors
7. "Warning tone"
The system is controlled using the following
sensors:
Displays
▷
▷
Side radar sensors, rear.
Warning light in the exterior mirror
Depending on the equipment: side radar
sensors, front.
Turning the exit warning on/off
Switching on the system automatically
The exit warning activates automatically after
departure if the function was turned on at the
end of the last journey.
Switching the system off manually
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Exit warning"
7. "Off"
Ambient lighting
Depending on the equipment, warnings are
also indicated by the ambient lighting in the
interior.
Warning function
Adjusting the exit warning
Advance warning
1.
Apps menu
In the event of an advance warning, the warn-
ing light in the exterior mirror is illuminated.
Depending on the equipment, the ambient
lighting also flashes.
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Exit warning"
An object was detected in the opening range.
Increased awareness is required.
Acute warning
7. Select the desired setting.
In the event of an acute warning, the warning
light in the exterior mirror flashes and, depend-
ing on the equipment, the ambient lighting also
flashes. An acoustic signal also sounds.
Switching the warning signal on/off
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
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There is a risk of collision when opening the
doors.
General
System limits
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
Detection range
For example the following might not be detec-
ted:
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
▷
▷
▷
Fully or partially hidden objects.
Stationary or very slow objects.
Pedestrians.
The system issues a warning starting at a min-
imum speed. The minimum speed is country-
specific and displayed on the control display.
Warnings are displayed in the instrument clus-
ter. In addition, the steering wheel is vibrating.
Functional limitations
The system may have restricted functionality
in situations such as the following:
The system does not issue a warning if the
driver indicates in the corresponding direction
before leaving the driving lane.
▷
The speed of an approaching vehicle is too
fast or too slow.
Safety information
▷
▷
In curves.
In case of fully or partially hidden objects.
WARNING
The system does not relieve you of your per-
sonal responsibility to assess the layout of
the road and the traffic situation. There is a
risk of accident. Adapt your driving style to
the traffic conditions. Observe the traffic sit-
uation and intervene actively if the situation
warrants it. In the event of a warning, do
not move the steering wheel unnecessarily
abruptly.
Lane Departure Warning
with active return
Principle
The Lane Departure Warning issues a warning
if the vehicle leaves the road or its driving lane.
An automatic steering intervention may help in
keeping the vehicle in its lane.
WARNING
Displays and warnings do not relieve you
of your personal responsibility. System limits
can mean that warnings or system respon-
ses are not issued or are issued too late, in-
correctly or for no reason. There is a risk of
accident. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
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conditions. Observe the traffic situation and
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane departure warning"
7. "Off"
Operating requirements
The lane marking must be detected by the
camera in order for the Lane Departure Warn-
ing to be active.
Setting the Lane Departure Warning
Setting the warning time
1.
Apps menu
The areas of the sensors must be clean and
clear.
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
Sensors
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane departure warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
Depending on the equipment, the system is
controlled by the following sensors:
▷
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windscreen.
Front radar sensor.
▷
"Expanded"
Side radar sensor, front.
Side radar sensor, rear.
If the system detects that the vehicle is
about to leave the lane or cross a lane
marking, a warning is issued. The sys-
tem performs a steering intervention.
Turning the Lane Departure
Warning on/off
▷
"In dangerous situations"
If the lane marking is interrupted: if driv-
ing over the lane is detected as uninten-
tional or the radar sensors detect an on-
coming vehicle, a warning is issued and
steering intervention is carried out.
Switching on the system automatically
Depending on the national-market version, the
system is automatically active after every driv-
ing off.
If the lane markings are solid, depend-
ing on the national-market version: if the
system detects that the vehicle is unin-
tentionally leaving the lane or crossing a
lane marking, a warning is issued and a
steering intervention is performed.
Switching the system on manually
The system is activated when the warning
time is set.
For further information:
Adjusting the strength of the steering
wheel vibration
Switching the system off manually
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, the switch-off must be con-
firmed successively on the control display.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
1.
Apps menu
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
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6. "Vibration intensity"
Icon
Meaning
7. Select the desired setting.
The warning light is illuminated yel-
low: functional limitation detected, for
example, due to low sun or system
failure. It is possible to continue driv-
ing. Where applicable, observe the
information from Check Control mes-
sages.
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
Depending on the national-market
version: switch steering intervention
on/off
1.
Apps menu
The warning light flashes yellow: a
warning is issued actively. The sys-
tem does not carry out any steering
interventions.
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane departure warning"
7. "Steering intervention"
The warning light is illuminated grey:
the system is switched off or auto-
matically deactivated, for example,
because DSC OFF is activated.
Depending on the national-market version,
steering intervention is automatically active
whenever you drive off.
The warning light flashes grey: a
warning is issued actively. The sys-
tem does not carry out any steering
interventions.
Display in the instrument cluster
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, different system statuses are
displayed in the instrument cluster.
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, the information from the sys-
tem in Assisted View is displayed on the in-
strument cluster.
Icon
Meaning
For further information:
The indicator light is illuminated
green: the system is switched on. A
lane marking has been detected on
at least one side of the vehicle. The
system is ready to intervene and is-
sue warnings. The system can per-
form steering interventions.
Assisted View, see page 173.
Warning function
When leaving the driving lane
If the vehicle leaves the driving lane and a
lane boundary is detected, the steering wheel
vibrates depending on the steering wheel vi-
bration setting.
The indicator light flashes green: the
system actively issues a warning. If
necessary, the system performs a
steering intervention.
In addition, the indicator light flashes
green.
If the turn indicator is switched on in the corre-
sponding direction before changing lanes, no
warning is issued.
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Steering intervention
In trailer operation
Depending on the national-market version and
equipment: if a lane boundary is crossed in the
speed range up to 210 km/h, approx. 130 mph,
the system may respond with an active steer-
ing intervention in addition to the steering
wheel vibration. The system is helping the
driver keep the vehicle in driving lane. Steering
intervention can be felt at the steering wheel,
and can be overridden manually at any time.
If the trailer socket is occupied or the trailer
operation is activated, for example during op-
eration with a trailer, no steering intervention
takes place.
When a bicycle carrier or load carrier is used
on the trailer tow hitch, this limitation does
not apply when trailer operation is activated
accordingly on the control display.
For further information:
When steering intervention is active,
the indicator light flashes green.
Towing a trailer, see page 348.
Cancellation of the warning
For example, the warning or an active steering
intervention is cancelled in the following situa-
tions:
For example, steering intervention is sup-
pressed in the following situations:
▷
If the vehicle is accelerating rapidly or brak-
ing heavily.
▷
▷
▷
Automatically after a few seconds.
On returning to the correct lane.
▷
▷
On indicating.
If the hazard warning lights are switched
on.
If the vehicle is accelerating rapidly or brak-
ing heavily.
▷
▷
▷
▷
In driving situations with high driving dy-
namics.
▷
If the hazard warning lights are switched
on.
When Dynamic Stability Control is regulat-
ing the driving stability.
▷
▷
On indicating.
When Dynamic Stability Control is regulat-
ing the driving stability.
While Dynamic Stability Control is restric-
ted.
▷
Directly after a steering intervention by the
vehicle systems.
Directly after a steering intervention by the
vehicle systems.
▷
▷
With manual steering intervention.
Warning signal
Possibly when another driver assistance
system is activated.
Depending on the national-market version: in
the event of multiple active steering interven-
tions by the system within 3 minutes with-
out the driver's intervention at the steering
wheel during the steering intervention itself, an
acoustic warning will sound. A short warning
signal will sound at the second steering inter-
vention. A longer warning signal sounds from
the third steering intervention onwards.
▷
▷
No lane boundary detected.
When the system limits are reached.
System limits
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
A Check Control message is also displayed.
The warning signal and Check Control mes-
sage advise to pay closer attention to the lane.
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Functional limitations
The system may have restricted functionality
in situations such as the following:
General
▷
When there are missing, worn, poorly visi-
ble, merging/separating or ambiguous lane
boundaries, for example, in areas where
there are roadworks.
▷
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
▷
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
The system is operational after a minimum
speed has been reached and uses radar sen-
sors to monitor the area behind and adjacent
to the vehicle.
With lane boundaries that are not white.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
▷
▷
▷
▷
If the vehicle is too close to the vehicle
ahead.
The minimum speed is country-specific and
displayed in the Lane Change Warning menu.
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
The system indicates when vehicles are in the
blind spot, arrow 1, or are approaching from
the rear in an adjacent lane, arrow 2. The
warning light in the exterior mirror is illumina-
ted at a dimmed level.
When Dynamic Stability Control is regulat-
ing the driving stability.
While Dynamic Stability Control is restric-
ted.
In the previously named situations, the system
will warn prior to a lane change. The warn-
ing light in the exterior mirror flashes and the
steering wheel vibrates.
A Check Control message may be displayed
if functionality is restricted. Depending on the
national-market version, a yellow warning light
is also illuminated.
When turning at a speed of up to approx.
20 km/h, approx. 12 mph, the steering wheel
will not vibrate.
Lane Change Warning with
active return
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the Chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
Principle
Lane Change Warning detects vehicles in the
blind spot, or if vehicles are approaching from
behind in the adjacent lane.
Sensors
The system is controlled using the following
sensors:
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
in different stages.
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windscreen.
Side radar sensors, rear.
An automatic steering intervention may help in
keeping the vehicle in its lane.
Depending on the equipment: side radar
sensors, front.
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Depending on the national-market
version: switch steering intervention
on/off
Operating requirements
The areas of the sensors must be clean and
clear.
1.
Apps menu
Turning the Lane Change Warning
on/off
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
1.
Apps menu
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane change warning"
7. "Steering intervention"
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane change warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
Display in the instrument cluster
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, different system statuses are
displayed in the instrument cluster.
Adjusting the Lane Change Warning
Icon
Meaning
Setting the warning time
The indicator light is illuminated
green: the system is switched on.
Warnings are issued within the sys-
tem limits and, if necessary, steering
interventions are carried out.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane change warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
The warning light is illuminated grey:
the system is switched on. No warn-
ings are issued temporarily. At least
one functional requirement has not
been met, for example the minimum
speed has not been reached.
Adjusting the strength of the steering
wheel vibration
1.
The warning light is illuminated yel-
low: functional limitation detected, for
example, due to dirty radar sensors
or system failure. It is possible to
continue driving. Where applicable,
observe the information from Check
Control messages.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"
6. "Vibration intensity"
7. Select the desired setting.
The indicator light is illuminated grey:
the system is switched off.
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, the information from the sys-
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tem in Assisted View is displayed on the in-
strument cluster.
Steering intervention
Depending on the national-market version: if
there is no response to the steering wheel vi-
brations and a lane boundary is crossed at
speeds of up to 210 km/h, approx. 130 mph,
the system responds with an active steering
intervention if necessary. The steering inter-
vention helps to return the vehicle to its driving
lane. Steering intervention can be felt at the
steering wheel, and can be overridden man-
ually at any time.
For further information:
Assisted View, see page 173.
Warning function
Warning light in the exterior mirror
The steering intervention is carried out from
a minimum speed. The minimum speed is dis-
played on the control display.
Brief flashing of the warning light
Brief flashing of the warning light in exterior
mirror during vehicle unlocking serves as sys-
tem self-test.
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision.
System limits
Advance warning
The dimmed warning light in the exterior mirror
indicates when vehicles are in the blind spot or
are approaching from the rear.
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
Acute warning
Upper speed limit
In the event of an acute warning, the steering
wheel vibrates briefly. The warning light in the
exterior mirror flashes brightly.
The system is temporarily disabled at speeds
over approx. 250 km/h, 155 mph.
The system is activated again at speeds under
approx. 250 km/h, approx. 155 mph.
An acute warning is issued if the following con-
ditions are met:
Warning displays
▷
▷
▷
Another vehicle is located in the critical
area.
Depending on the selected setting for warn-
ings, for example the warning time, it is pos-
sible that more or fewer warnings will be
displayed. As a result, there may also be an in-
creased number of premature warnings about
critical situations.
Your own vehicle is approaching the other
lane.
Depending on the system setting when the
turn indicator is turned on.
The warning stops when the other vehicle has
left the critical area.
Functional limitations
The system may have restricted functionality
in situations such as the following:
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▷
The speed of the approaching vehicle is
much faster than your own speed.
General
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
The bumper is dirty, iced up or covered,
for instance by stickers.
Depending on the national-market version, the
steering intervention may be restricted, for ex-
ample in the following situations:
▷
When there are missing, worn, poorly visi-
ble, merging/separating or ambiguous lane
boundaries, for example, in areas where
there are roadworks.
Radar sensors monitor the area adjacent to
the vehicle from a minimum speed up to ap-
proximately , 210 km/h, approx. 130 mph.
▷
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
The minimum speed is country-specific and
displayed on the control display.
▷
▷
With lane boundaries that are not white.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
If another vehicle is detected adjacent to the
vehicle – and there is a risk of a side collision
– the system helps the driver to avoid a col-
lision. For this purpose, the system issues a
warning with a flashing LED in the exterior mir-
ror, a Check Control message and a vibrating
steering wheel. An active steering intervention
is performed by the system if necessary.
▷
If the vehicle is too close to the vehicle
ahead.
▷
▷
If the camera is impaired.
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
A Check Control message may be displayed
if functionality is restricted. Depending on the
national-market version, a yellow warning light
is also illuminated.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the Chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
The system may be restricted or inactive when
the trailer socket is occupied or when the trailer
operation is activated, for example, when oper-
ating with a trailer or bicycle carrier. A Check
Control message is shown.
Operating requirements
The camera behind the windscreen detects the
position of the lane boundaries.
The lane boundaries must be detected by the
camera in order for the side collision warning
with steering intervention to be active.
Side collision warning
Sensors
Principle
The system is controlled using the following
sensors:
The side collision warning helps to avoid an
imminent side collision.
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windscreen.
Side radar sensors, front.
Side radar sensors, rear.
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Turning the side-collision warning
on/off
Warning function
Warning light in the exterior mirror
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Side collision warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
Adjusting the strength of the
steering wheel vibration
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
Acute warning
If there is a risk of collision, the warning light
in the exterior mirror flashes and the steering
wheel starts vibrating.
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"
6. "Vibration intensity"
7. Select the desired setting.
A Check Control message is displayed at the
same time.
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
Steering intervention
Depending on the national-market version, an
active steering intervention takes place if nec-
essary to prevent a collision and keep the vehi-
cle in its own lane. Steering intervention can be
felt at the steering wheel, and can be overrid-
den manually at any time.
Displays in the instrument cluster
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, the information from the sys-
tem in Assisted View is displayed on the in-
strument cluster.
For further information:
System limits
Assisted View, see page 173.
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
Functional limitations
The system may have restricted functionality
in situations such as the following:
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
When there are missing, worn, poorly visi-
ble, merging/separating or ambiguous lane
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boundaries, for example, in areas where
there are roadworks.
▷
▷
The hazard warning lights are switched on
if appropriate.
▷
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
PreCrash functions are triggered if appro-
priate.
▷
▷
With lane boundaries that are not white.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the Chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
▷
▷
If the vehicle is too close to the vehicle
ahead.
Sensors
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
The system is controlled via the radar sensors
at the side in the rear.
A Check Control message may be displayed if
functionality is restricted.
Switching Rear Collision Prevention
on/off
The system is automatically activated at the
start of each journey.
The system is inactive when the trailer socket
is occupied or when the trailer operation is
activated, for example, when operating with a
trailer or bicycle carrier. A Check Control mes-
sage is shown.
The system is deactivated in the following sit-
uations:
Rear Collision Prevention
▷
▷
When reversing.
If the trailer socket is occupied or trailer op-
eration is activated, for example when op-
erating with a trailer or bicycle carrier.
Principle
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, Rear Collision Prevention can
respond to vehicles approaching from behind.
System limits
General
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
Functional limitations
The function may be restricted if the speed of
the approaching vehicle is much higher or sim-
ilar to the own speed.
Road Priority Warning
Radar sensors monitor the area behind the ve-
hicle.
Principle
If a vehicle is approaching from behind at a
relevant speed, the system can respond as fol-
lows:
The Road Priority Warning provides support
in situations where road signs or traffic lights
indicate that the driver must give way.
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General
Sensors
The system uses a camera behind the wind-
screen to evaluate the road signs and traffic
lights.
The system is controlled by the camera behind
the windscreen.
Turning the Road Priority Warning
on/off
The navigation system forwards information
regarding the road layout to the system.
A warning is given if a right-of-way is about to
be violated in the following traffic situations, for
example:
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
At a road junction.
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Give way warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
At a T-junction.
On an entry slip road slip road.
At a roundabout.
In the event of a red traffic light.
Starting from a variable minimum speed, the
system issues warnings from and up to ap-
proximately 80 km/h/50 mph.
Setting the warning time
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
The following road signs are taken into ac-
count for the Road Priority Warning:
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Give way warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
Signs Meaning
Give way signs:
An advance warning is issued for
these road signs.
The selected setting is saved and adopted for
the next journey.
Stop signs.
An advance warning and an acute
warning are issued for these road
signs.
Warning function
General
The system warns in two stages:
Red traffic lights result in output of an
advance warning and an acute warn-
ing.
▷
▷
Advance warning: visually by means of an
icon in the instrument cluster.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the Chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
Acute warning: visually by means of an icon
in the instrument cluster and with an addi-
tional acoustic signal.
The timing of the warnings may vary depend-
ing on the current driving situation and the set
warning time.
Operating requirements
The road priority situation must be unambig-
uously directed by road signs or light signal
systems.
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Advance warning
System limits
If there is a risk that road priority is about to be
ignored, one of the following icons appears in
the instrument cluster:
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
Icon
Meaning
Give way.
No Warning
The system provides no warning in situations
such as the following:
Stop.
▷
▷
In road priority situations without “Give
Way” signs, “Stop” signs or red light signal
systems.
Red traffic light.
At road junctions with relevant traffic lights
that illuminate yellow or green.
When an advance warning is issued, intervene
as appropriate for the situation; for example,
by braking.
Functional limitations
The system may have restricted functionality
in situations such as the following:
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
If road signs or light signal systems are un-
clear.
Acute warning
If there is an imminent risk that right-of-way is
about to be ignored, an acoustic signal sounds
and one of the following icons appears in the
instrument cluster:
If road signs or light signal systems are fully
or partially concealed or soiled.
If road signs or light signal systems are dif-
ficult to read or rotated.
Icon
Meaning
If road signs or light signal systems are too
small or too large.
Stop.
With road signs that do not correspond to
the standard.
Red traffic light.
If road signs are detected that apply to a
merging or parallel road.
If the road signs or road layouts are specific
to one country.
When an acute warning is issued, immediately
intervene as appropriate for the situation; for
example, by braking.
At road junctions with flashing light signal
systems.
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
Display in the Head-up display
Depending on the equipment, the warning is
displayed in the Head-up display at the same
time as in the instrument cluster.
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
The system may not be available or may
only be available to a limited extent is some
countries.
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Warnings are displayed in the instrument clus-
ter and, depending on the equipment, in the
Head-up display.
Wrong-way Warning
Principle
The Wrong-way Warning issues a warning if
the driver is about to drive the wrong way, for
example on motorways, roundabouts and one-
way streets.
System limits
General
Follow the limits of the system in the chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
General
Depending on the equipment, the system will
check the traffic situation based on navigation
data and road signs.
No Warning
The system provides no warning if the road
layout is not indicated by road signs, for exam-
ple.
The system will take into account road signs
such as the following:
▷
▷
▷
No entry.
Functional limitations
The system may have restricted functionality,
or give no Wrong-way Warning at all, in situa-
tions such as the following:
Roundabout.
Direction arrows: keep right/left signs.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the Chapter
“Collision warning systems”.
▷
▷
If the road signs are ambiguous.
If the road signs are fully or partially cov-
ered or soiled.
▷
If the road signs are poorly visible or twis-
ted.
Operating requirements
The road layout ahead must be unambigu-
ously indicated by road signs.
▷
▷
If the road signs are too small or too large.
With road signs that do not correspond to
the standard.
Sensors
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
If road signs are detected that apply to a
merging or parallel road.
The system is controlled by the camera behind
the windscreen.
If the road signs or road layouts are specific
to one country.
Turning Wrong-way Warning on/off
Depending on the national-market version, the
Wrong-way Warning is automatically activated
after each start of the journey.
Up to 10 seconds after switching on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
It may not be possible to use the system in
all countries.
Warning function
A warning is displayed and an acoustic
signal sounds, for example when the
vehicle is travelling in the wrong direc-
tion on a motorway, roundabout or one-way
street.
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The Emergency Stop Assistant can also be ac-
tivated via voice input.
Emergency Stop Assistant
For further information:
Principle
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, see
page 59.
If the driver can no longer drive the vehicle
safely, the Emergency Stop Assistant helps to
bring the vehicle to a safe standstill.
An immediate emergency call can be triggered
on the control display.
The following is performed automatically when
the Emergency Stop Assistant is activated:
General
The Emergency Stop Assistant is activated au-
tomatically.
▷
A display is shown in the instrument clus-
ter.
If the system is activated, the vehicle is
brought to a standstill within its own lane by
means of lane tracking.
▷
The system takes control of the vehicle until
the vehicle comes to a standstill.
▷
▷
The hazard warning lights are switched on.
Safety information
Depending on the equipment, an emer-
gency call is triggered at standstill.
WARNING
Activating/deactivating the
Emergency Stop Assistant
The system does not relieve you of your per-
sonal responsibility to assess your physical
condition correctly. Increasing inattention or
fatigue might not be detected, or may not be
detected in good time. There is a risk of acci-
dent. Make sure that the driver is rested and
alert. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Emergency stop"
7. Select the desired setting.
Operating requirements
▷
▷
▷
Emergency Stop Assistant is activated via
iDrive.
Cancelling the Emergency Stop
Assistant
At any time during the process, the driver can
cancel the Emergency Stop Assistant function
by actively taking control of the vehicle.
The function is activated from a speed of
approx. 70 km/h, approx. 43 mph.
The Driver Attention Camera detects driver
activity.
For example, the system is cancelled in the
following situations:
Activating the Emergency Stop
Assistant
If the system detects that the driver is no lon-
ger driving the vehicle safely or is ignoring
warnings, the Emergency Stop Assistant is ac-
tivated automatically. The activated system is
displayed in the instrument cluster.
▷
▷
▷
▷
With strong countersteering.
On indicating.
If the accelerator pedal is pressed hard.
When the hazard warning lights are
switched off.
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▷
If the system is interrupted on the control
display.
General
When changing the selector lever position,
if the vehicle was already at a standstill.
When the vehicle is at a standstill
As soon as the vehicle is at a standstill, the
system configures the following settings:
▷
The vehicle is secured to prevent it from
rolling away.
The area behind to the vehicle is monitored by
sensors.
▷
▷
The interior lights are switched on.
The central locking system is unlocked.
Depending on the equipment, the area in front
of the vehicle is also monitored.
Displays in the instrument cluster
The system indicates when other road users
are approaching.
Icon
Status
In case of a risk of collision when driving in re-
verse, the system will provide assistance with
an automatic brake intervention.
Emergency Stop Assistant has trig-
gered.
Follow the information in the Chapter “Parking
assistance systems”.
System limits
The system cannot replace the abilities of a
safe driver.
Safety information
The Emergency Stop Assistant may have re-
stricted functionality in situations such as the
following:
WARNING
The system does not relieve you of your per-
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot
respond independently and appropriately in
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be
ready to take over steering and braking at
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-
tion warrants it.
▷
If the Driver Attention Camera is covered by
the steering wheel.
▷
If the driver is wearing sunglasses with high
protection against infrared light.
Crossing-traffic Warning
with brake function
Principle
At blind exits or when leaving bay parking
spaces, the Crossing-traffic Warning detects
other road users approaching from the side
earlier than is possible from the driver's seat.
Sensors
The system is controlled using the following
sensors:
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▷
Side radar sensors, rear.
Warning function
Depending on the equipment: side radar
sensors, front.
General
The control display shows the corresponding
image, an acoustic signal may sound, and the
warning light in the exterior mirror flashes.
Activating/deactivating Crossing-
traffic Warning
In case of a brake intervention, a message is
displayed on the control display, which will be
closed after a brief period of time.
The system must be activated on the control
display for the Crossing-traffic Warning and
brake intervention to switch on automatically.
1.
Apps menu
Visual warning
2. "Vehicle apps"
Warning light in the exterior mirror
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Parking"
6. "CROSSING-TRAFFIC WARNING"
7. Select the desired setting.
Turning on the Crossing-traffic
Warning automatically
The system must be activated on the control
display. As soon as Park Distance Control or a
camera view is active and a selector lever po-
sition is engaged, the system is automatically
switched on.
The warning light in the exterior mirror flashes
if other vehicles are detected by the rear sen-
sors when the vehicle is reversing.
The system is switched on at the rear when
reverse gear is engaged.
Display in the Park Distance Control view
Depending on the equipment, the front system
is turned on when a drive position is engaged.
Depending on the national-market version, the
system is automatically active when the vehi-
cle is started.
Turning off the Crossing-traffic
Warning automatically
The system is automatically turned off, for ex-
ample, in the following situations:
In the Park Distance Control view, the relevant
boundary area flashes red if the sensors detect
vehicles.
▷
▷
If walking speed is exceeded.
When a certain distance covered is excee-
ded.
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Display in the camera image
▷
▷
Other objects that hide cross traffic are in
the capture range of the sensors.
If the trailer socket is occupied or trailer
operation is activated, the Crossing-traffic
Warning is not available for the area behind
the vehicle.
Dynamic brake lights
Principle
Depending on the direction of travel, the view
to the front or rear is displayed in the camera
image.
The brake lights flash to warn road users be-
hind the vehicle that emergency braking is be-
ing performed.
The relevant boundary area, arrow 1, in the
camera view flashes red if the sensors detect
vehicles.
General
Yellow lines, arrow 2, indicate the bumper of
your vehicle.
Acoustic warning
In addition to the visual warning, an acoustic
signal sounds if your own vehicle moves into
the respective direction.
Depending on the national-market version, the
acoustic signal will already sound when the
drive position is engaged.
▷
▷
Normal braking: brake lights illuminate.
Heavy braking: brake lights flash.
Shortly before the vehicle comes to a standstill,
the hazard warning lights are activated.
System limits
System limits of the sensors
For further information:
To switch off the hazard warning lights:
▷
▷
Accelerate.
Sensors in the vehicle, see page 41.
Press the hazard warning lights button.
Functional limitations
The function can be restricted, for example, in
the following situations:
BMW Drive Recorder
▷
▷
In tight bends.
Principle
Crossing objects are moving at a very slow
or a very fast speed.
The BMW Drive Recorder saves short video
recordings of the vehicle surroundings in order
to document the traffic situation, for example.
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General
Operating requirements
Video recordings can be saved in different
ways:
▷
Standby state or drive-ready state is
switched on.
▷
Automatic saving of recordings.
▷
▷
▷
▷
BMW Drive Recorder is activated.
Privacy Policy has been accepted.
Recording type was selected.
The function makes it possible to document
the accident or theft of the vehicle with the
corresponding recording type set.
Recording duration was selected.
▷
Manual saving of recordings.
Theft notification:
The function makes it possible to document
traffic situations with the correspondingly
set recording type.
▷
The theft notification was activated in the
Data Protection menu or in the Drive Re-
corder menu.
The cameras of the assistance systems are
used for recording, e.g. panorama view.
▷
▷
Data transfer is activated.
My BMW App is installed on the mobile de-
vice.
In addition, the following journey parameters
are saved:
▷
▷
My BMW App is linked with the Connected-
Drive account.
▷
▷
▷
▷
Date.
Time.
Privacy Policy has been accepted.
Speed.
GPS coordinates.
Activating/deactivating the BMW
Drive Recorder
The BMW Drive Recorder must be activated
before using the recording function for the first
time.
Data protection
The reliability of the recording and the use of
video recordings depend on the legal regula-
tions in the country where the system is to be
used. The user is responsible for the use of the
system and for complying with the provisions
that apply in each case.
1.
Apps menu
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. Accept data protection policy.
5. "Settings"
Before using for the first time, the vehicle man-
ufacturer recommends checking that there are
no legal or official restrictions on using the sys-
tem in the state or country in question. Addi-
tionally, the legality of using the system should
be checked at regular intervals, especially if the
vehicle frequently crosses borders.
6. "Allow recording"
7. Select the desired setting.
Recording functions
Other drivers of the vehicle must be informed
of the system. Information about the system
must also be provided if the vehicle is passed
on to anyone else.
Automatic recording
The recording is automatically saved when the
vehicle sensors detect an accident or theft.
▷
In case of accident:
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The system saves recordings up to 30 sec-
onds before and after the save function
was triggered.
Playing and managing recordings
Saved video recordings can be played, expor-
ted and deleted.
▷
In case of theft:
For your own safety, the video recording is
only shown on the control display if the speed
is below approximately 3 km/h, 2 mph. In the
case of some national-market versions, the
video recording is only shown with the parking
brake applied or with the selector lever in posi-
tion P.
Depending on the selected recording dura-
tion setting, the system saves the recording
after it has been triggered.
When the alarm system is triggered, a mes-
sage is sent to the My BMW App.
After saving the recording, a video in re-
duced quality can be downloaded to a mo-
bile device.
1.
Apps menu
2. "All apps"
If the vehicle accelerates rapidly, an automatic
recording may occur.
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Recordings"
5. Select the desired recording.
6. If necessary, select camera.
Manual recording
Using the button
Settings
Recording type
1.
Apps menu
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Settings"
5. Select the desired setting.
Press and hold the button.
Recording duration
1.
Apps menu
2. "All apps"
Via iDrive
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Settings"
Start the recording:
1.
Apps menu
5. Select the desired setting.
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Recording"
Recording on a mobile device
Principle
5. "Start recording"
Stop the recording: "Stop recording".
Depending on the equipment, video recordings
can be stored directly on a mobile device, for
example a smartphone or USB storage.
The system saves recordings up to 30 sec-
onds before and after the save function was
triggered.
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System limits
The length of the video that can be stored de-
pends on the available memory capacity on
the mobile device.
In the event of a serious accident, recordings
may not be saved if, for example, the damage
to the vehicle is too extensive or the power
supply was interrupted.
Operating requirements
In the case of USB drives that have been over-
written multiple times, there may be limitations
when exporting recordings.
▷
Privacy Policy has been accepted.
▷
BMW Drive Recorder is activated.
In case of theft, the recording is only stored au-
tomatically when the alarm system has been
triggered.
To transfer recordings to a mobile device:
▷
Depending on the equipment version, a
mobile device is connected to the vehicle
via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth audio or a USB
storage device is connected.
Theft notification and video download may be
restricted or unavailable if the Internet connec-
tion is weak or missing.
▷
▷
My BMW App is installed on the mobile de-
vice.
My BMW App is linked with the Connected-
Drive account.
Active Protection
Principle
Recording
In critical situations, Active Protection prepares
the passengers and the vehicle for a potential
imminent accident.
The recording can be started and stopped
manually.
Start the recording:
General
1.
Apps menu
Depending on the equipment and the national-
market version, Active Protection consists of
different PreCrash functions.
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Recording"
The system detects critical driving situations
which could potentially lead to an accident.
Such critical driving situations include:
5. "Start recording"
Stop the recording: "Stop recording".
▷
▷
▷
Full braking.
Cameras
Different cameras can be selected.
Severe understeering.
Severe oversteering.
1.
Apps menu
Certain functions of some systems installed in
the vehicle can – within the system limits –
cause Active Protection to trigger:
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Settings"
▷
▷
▷
Front-collision warning: automatic brake in-
tervention.
5. "Cam. selection"
6. Select the desired camera.
Front-collision warning: brake power assis-
tance.
Rear Collision Prevention: detects impend-
ing rear collisions.
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Safety information
PostCrash – iBrake
WARNING
Principle
The system does not relieve you of your per-
sonal responsibility. System limits may mean
that critical situations are not detected relia-
bly or in good time. There is a risk of acci-
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions. Observe the traffic situation and
intervene actively if the situation warrants it.
In certain accident situations, PostCrash iBrake
can automatically bring the vehicle to a stand-
still without the driver having to intervene.
General
PostCrash iBrake can reduce the risk of an-
other collision and its consequences.
At a standstill
Once the vehicle has come to a halt, the brake
is released automatically.
Function
Depending on the equipment, the driver’s and
front passenger’s seat belt straps are auto-
matically tightened once after driving off, if the
seat belt is fastened.
Decelerating the vehicle harder
In certain situations, it may be necessary to
bring the vehicle to a standstill more quickly
than is possible with automatic braking.
Depending on the equipment and require-
ments, in critical accident situations, the
following individual functions become active as
required:
To do so, brake quickly and firmly. This will
briefly increase the brake pressure to a higher
level than that achieved with the automatic
brake function. Automatic braking is interrup-
ted.
▷
Automatic pre-tensioning of the front seat
belts.
▷
The windows are automatically closed.
The windows remain open by a gap.
▷
▷
Automatic closing of the glass sunroof/pan-
oramic glass sunroof.
Cancelling automatic braking
In certain situations, it may be necessary to
cancel automatic braking, for example if an
avoidance manoeuvre is required.
The sun protection is also closed.
Automatic positioning of the backrest of the
front passenger seat.
Cancel automatic braking:
If the critical driving situation passes without
an accident occurring, the tension in the front
seat belts is slackened again. If the belt ten-
sion does not slacken automatically, stop the
vehicle and unfasten the seat belt by pressing
the red button on the seat belt buckle. Fasten
the seat belt again before continuing driving.
All other systems can be restored to the de-
sired setting.
▷
▷
By depressing the brake pedal.
By depressing the accelerator pedal.
Attentiveness Assistant
Principle
The Attentiveness Assistant can detect de-
creasing attentiveness or the onset of fatigue
in the driver on long monotonous journeys,
for example on motorways. The system rec-
ommends taking a break.
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6. "Attentiveness Assistant"
7. Select the desired setting.
Safety information
WARNING
Display
The system does not relieve you of your per-
sonal responsibility to assess your physical
condition correctly. Increasing inattention or
fatigue might not be detected, or may not be
detected in good time. There is a risk of acci-
dent. Make sure that the driver is rested and
alert. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions.
If the driver shows signs of decreasing atten-
tiveness or of fatigue, a note is shown on the
control display with the recommendation to
take a break.
The following settings can be selected during
the display.
The system is reset approximately 45 minutes
after the vehicle is stopped. A break recom-
mendation can only be displayed again after
this time has elapsed.
Function
The system is switched on every time drive-
ready state is switched on.
System limits
Once the journey has started, the system
adapts to the driver so that any decrease in
attention or fatigue can be detected.
The function of the system may be restricted. If
the function is restricted, no warning or a false
warning is issued. The system may have re-
stricted functionality in the following situations:
This process takes into account the following
criteria, for example:
▷
▷
If the time is set incorrectly.
▷
▷
Personal driving style, for example steering.
When the speed is predominantly below
approx. 65 km/h, 40 mph.
Driving conditions, for example time of day,
duration of journey.
▷
▷
If a sporty driving style is adopted, for ex-
ample sharp acceleration or fast cornering.
▷
Depending on the equipment: attentive-
ness of the driver through the Driver Atten-
tion Camera.
In active driving situations, for example fre-
quent lane changes.
The system is active from approx. 65 km/h,
40 mph and can also display a recommenda-
tion to take a break.
▷
▷
In poor road condition.
In strong crosswinds.
Break recommendation
Driver Attention Camera
Setting break recommendations
Break recommendation can also be switched
on or off and adjusted via iDrive.
Principle
A camera in the instrument cluster monitors
the driver activity and, depending on the equip-
ment, the driver's direction of view.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
General
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
For support by assistance systems, the atten-
tion of the driver is analysed by evaluating the
head position and eye opening of the driver.
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To guarantee full functionality, ensure that the
Driver Attention Camera has an unobstructed
field of view.
Overview
Depending on the equipment, the instrument
cluster has up to three infrared light sources.
Depending on the light conditions, these light
sources can be visible when the vehicle is in
the standby state.
System limits
The Driver Attention Camera may have re-
stricted functionality in situations such as the
following:
▷
If the Driver Attention Camera is covered by
the steering wheel.
▷
If the driver is wearing sunglasses with high
protection against infrared light.
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