Driving safety systems overview

In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems:
• ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
• BAS (Brake Assist System)
• BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System Plus*)
• ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
• EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)
• ADAPTIVE BRAKE
• PRE-SAFE® Brake

    See also:

    DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the multifunction display
    General notes You can select the distance display in the Assistance menu of the onboard computer. Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated Select the Distance Display function using the ...

    Checking the oil level using the oil dipstick
    Example: vehicles with a gasoline engine Example: vehicles with a diesel engine – Park the vehicle on a level surface. To check the oil level with the engine at operating temperature, swi ...

    Restarting the tire pressure monitor
    WARNING It is the driver's responsibility to set the tire pressure to the recommended cold tire pressure. Underinflated tires affect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You might ...