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:

    Fuel filler flap emergency release
    WARNING Avoid contact with the vehicle walls as they may contain sharp edges. Otherwise, you could injure yourself while releasing the fuel filler flap. The emergency release is located in ...

    Speedometer with segments
    The segments in the speedometer indicate which speed range is available. DISTRONIC activated: One or two segments in the set speed range light up. DISTRONIC detects a vehicle in front: T ...

    General notes
    Read this section carefully before driving your vehicle off-road. Practice by driving over more gentle off-road terrain first. Familiarize yourself with the characteristics of your vehicle and ...