Activation conditions
You can activate the HOLD function if:
• the vehicle is stationary.
• the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened.
• the electric parking brake is released.
• the hood is closed.
• the transmission is in position R, N or D.
The trunk lid must be closed in position R.
• DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
See also:
Body: high energy absorption in the event of a front impact
The extremely robust occupant compartment of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class,
together with the front and rear deformation zones, forms an effective basis for
the occupant protection system. The focus o ...
Position of the steering wheel fordriving
The steering wheel is moved to the last
selected position when:
• the driver's door is closed.
• you insert the SmartKey into the ignition
lock.
or
• you press the Start/Stop button once on
veh ...
Charging the batter
WARNING
Never charge a battery still installed in the
vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved
by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may
escape during charging and cause explosio ...
