Activation conditions
You can activate the HOLD function if:
• the vehicle is stationary.
• the engine is running.
• the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened.
• the parking brake is not applied.
• the hood is closed.
• the transmission is in position D, R or N.
• DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
See also:
Tow-starting (emergency starting)
Vehicles with automatic transmission must not be started by
tow-starting. This could otherwise damage the transmission. ...
Important information
WARNING
When the climate control system is
deactivated, the outside air supply and
circulation are also deactivated. Only choose
this setting for a short time. Otherwise the
windows could f ...
Vehicle
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and •► Solutions
Shift to 'P' or 'N'
to Start Engine
You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in
position R ...