Engaging the electric parking brake automatically
The electric parking brake is automatically
applied if HOLD or DISTRONIC PLUS brakes
the vehicle until it is stationary and at least
one of the following conditions is fulfilled:
• the engine is switched off.
• the driver's door is open and the seat belt is not fastened.
• the hood is released.
• the trunk lid is opened while the automatic transmission is in position R.
• the vehicle is stationary for a lengthy period.
The red
(USA only) or
(Canada
only) indicator lamp in the instrument cluster
lights up.
In addition to the electric parking brake,
P may also be engaged automatically.
See also:
Important safety notes
WARNING
The following factors increase the risk of
accidents:
• Excessive speed, especially in turns
• Wet and slippery road surfaces
• Following another vehicle too closely
The drivi ...
Rear fog lamp
- To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the
SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2
or start the engine.
- Turn the light switch to or
or
.
If the light switch is set to or
, the rear f ...
Setting and storing the parking position
You can position the front-passenger side
exterior mirror in such a way that you can see
the rear wheel on that side as soon as you
engage reverse gear. You can store this
position.
Make s ...
