Activation conditions

You can activate the HOLD function if:

 - the vehicle is stationary.
 - the engine is running.
 - the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened.
 - the parking brake is not applied.
 - the hood is closed.
 - the transmission is in position D, R or N.
 - DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.

    See also:

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    Seats
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    Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature
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