Conditions for activation
RACE START can be activated when:
• the doors are closed.
• the engine is running and it has reached an
operating temperature of approximately
176 °F (80 °C). This is the case when the
engine oil temperature in the multifunction
display stops flashing.
• SPORT handling mode is activated.
• the steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position.
• the vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed (left foot).
• the transmission is in position D.
See also:
De-registering (de-authorizing) a mobile
phone
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends deauthorizating
in both COMAND and the
mobile phone. Subsequent authorization may
otherwise fail.
To call up the telephone menu: press the
function button ...
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System Plus)
BAS PLUS is only available in vehicles
equipped with DISTRONIC PLUS.
Observe the "Important safety
notes"
section.
At speeds above approximately
20 mph (30 km/h), BAS PLUS assists ...
Parking brake
WARNING
Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle
is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock
up. You could lose control of the vehicle and
cause an accident. In addition, the ve ...