Emergency braking
The vehicle can also be braked during an emergency using the electric parking brake.
While driving, push handle 1 of the electric
parking brake.
The vehicle is braked as long as you keep
the handle of the electric parking brake
pressed. The longer the electric parking
brake handle is depressed, the greater the
braking force.
During braking:
• a warning tone sounds.
• the Please Release Parking Brake message appears.
• the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
When the vehicle has been braked to a standstill, the electric parking brake is engaged.
See also:
Warning and display messages in the
multifunction display
– Activate ATTENTION ASSIST using the onboard
computer (Y page 232).
Symbol 1 appears in the multifunction
display.
– If necessary, take a break.
– Press or
to confirm the
message.
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Storing and maintaining the current
speed
You can store the current speed if you are
driving faster than 20 mph (30 km/h).
•► Accelerate the vehicle to the desired
speed.
•► Briefly press the cruise control lever
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The M-Class also protects its occupants after a crash
As part of the POST-SAFE® functions, the new M-Class can activate a variety
of systems which can contribute towards avoiding post-accident risks. After a
more serious crash, the hazard warning lig ...