Speedometer with segments
The segments in the speedometer indicate which speed range is available.
Cruise control activated:
The segments light up from the stored speed to the maximum speed.
DISTRONIC PLUS activated:
One or two segments in the set speed range light up.
DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front:
The segments between the speed of the vehicle in front and the stored speed light up.
See also:
Displaying service messages
– Switch on the ignition.
– Press or
on the steering wheel
to select the Serv. menu.
– Press or
to select the ASSYST
PLUS submenu and press to confirm.
The service due date appears in th ...
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Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS
There are several ways to deactivate
DISTRONIC PLUS:
Briefly press the cruise control lever
forwards 1.
or
Brake, unless the vehicle is stationary.
When you deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS, the ...