Important safety notes
WARNING
Ensure that the trunk lid/tailgate is closed
when the engine is running and the vehicle is
in motion. Among other dangers, deadly
carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle
interior and cause unconsciousness and even
death.
The trunk lid/tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the trunk lid/tailgate.
Sedan: to open the trunk lid completely, a minimum clearance of 5.78 ft (1.76 m) above the ground is necessary.
Wagon: to open the tailgate completely, a minimum clearance of 6.36 ft (1.94 m) above the ground is necessary.
See also:
Reporting malfunctions relevant to safety
For the USA only:
The following text is reproduced as required of all manufacturers according to
Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic
and Motor Ve ...
Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS
There are several ways to deactivate
DISTRONIC PLUS:
•► Briefly press the cruise control lever
forwards 1.
or•► Brake, unless the vehicle is stationary.
When you deactivate DIS ...
Off-road drive program
The off-road drive program is available
only in vehicles without the Off-Road Pro
engineering package.
The off-road drive program assists you in
driving off-road. The engine’s performance
char ...
