Driving systems
The red distance
warning lamp lights up
while the vehicle is in
motion. A warning tone
also sounds.
Risk of accident
The warning is issued if you approach a stationary vehicle or a
vehicle driving ahead of you at too high a speed.
•► Be prepared to brake immediately.
•► Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to brake or take evasive action.
More information about DISTRONIC PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Brake
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Crash-responsive emergency lighting
The interior lighting is activated automatically
if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
- To switch off the crash-responsive
emergency lighting: press the hazard
warning lamp button.
or
- ...
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
WARNING
Observe "Important safety notes" ().
Traction control is part of ESP®.
Traction control brakes the drive wheels individually if they spin. This enables
you to pull away and ...
Traction
Traction is the result of friction between the
tires and the road surface. ...