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:
Vanity mirror in the sun visor
Mirror light 1 only functions if the sun visor is clipped into retainer 2 and
mirror cover 5 has been folded up. ...
Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and tires
WARNING
Regularly check the tires for damage. Damaged tires can cause tire inflation
pressure loss. As a result, you could lose control of your vehicle.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. I ...
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
4 mph (7 km/h), BAS PLUS assists you w ...