Activating the HOLD function
•► Make sure that the activation conditions are met.
•► Depress the brake pedal.

•► Quickly depress the brake pedal further until HOLD display 1 appears in the multifunction display.
The HOLD function is activated. You can release the brake pedal.
If depressing the brake pedal the first time does not activate the HOLD function, wait briefly and then try again.
WARNING
The vehicle's brakes are applied when the
HOLD function is activated. For this reason,
deactivate the HOLD function if the vehicle is
to be set in motion by other means (e.g. in a
car wash or by towing).
See also:
General notes
USA only:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. this device must ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Grains of sand, particles of dirt and other abrasive materials can enter the
brake system. This can lead to excessive wear and unpredictable braking efficiency.
After the brakes have ...
Applying automatically
Your vehicle's electric parking brake is
automatically applied if DISTRONIC PLUS or
the HOLD function bring the vehicle to a
standstill, or are engaged to keep the vehicle
stationary. In addit ...
