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:
Connecting an external device
Do not leave external devices in the
vehicle as extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight or extremely low outside
temperatures) could cause them to
malfunction (see the operating instructions ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in
order to obtain braking action. This could
result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle
control. Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent
t ...
Problems with the engine
Problem
The engine does not start. The starter motor can be heard.
Possible causes/consequences and Solutions
There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.
There is a malfunction in the fu ...
