Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" section ().
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when braking.
ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph(8 km/h) upwards, regardless of roadsurface conditions. ABS works on slippery surfaces, even when you only brake gently.
WARNING
If the ABS malfunctions, other driving systems such as the BAS or the ESP® are also switched off. Observe indicator and warning lamps that may come on as well as messages in the multifunction display that may appear.
If the ABS malfunctions, the wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing the steering capability and extending the braking distance.
The warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when the ignition is switched on. It goes out when the engine
is running.
See also:
Checking the tire pressures
Important safety notes
WARNING
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires
wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely
affect handling and fu ...
Vehicles with automatic transmission
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift the transmission to position
P.
Using the SmartKey
Turn the SmartKey to position 0
in the ignition lock and remove it.
The immobilizer is activated.
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Parking the vehicle for a long period
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than
four weeks, the battery may be damaged by
exhaustive discharge.
- Connect a trickle charger.
You can obtain information about trickle
charg ...