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:

    Extending and retracting the cargo compartment cover
    To extend: pull cargo compartment cover 1 back and clip it into the retainers on the left and right. To retract: unhook cargo compartment cover 1 from the retainers on the left and right ...

    Important safety notes
    See the "Important safety notes" section If ESP® detects that the vehicle is deviating from the direction desired by the driver, one or more wheels are braked to stabilize the vehicle ...

    Engaging the differential locks
    Pull away slowly when the differential locks are activated. Function or performance tests may only be performed on a 2-axle dynamometer. If you wish to operate the vehicle on such a dynamomet ...