Engaging park position P automatically
Park position P is automatically engaged if:
- you switch off the engine using the
SmartKey and remove the SmartKey, or if
you switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open one of the front
doors.
- the HOLD function (Y page 179) or
DISTRONIC PLUS (Y page 169) brakes
your vehicle until it is stationary and at least
one of the following conditions is fulfilled:
- there is a system malfunction.
- there is a severe uphill or downhill slope.
The electric parking brake is then also
applied.
See also:
Restoring the factory settings
Press the and
buttons simultaneously for approximately
six seconds until the battery check lamp flashes twice.
...
Cleaning the wheels
Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products
to remove brake dust. This could damage
wheel bolts and brake components.
Do not park the vehicle for an extended
period straight after clean ...
Downhill gradients
On long and steep gradients, you must
reduce the load on the brakes by shifting
early to a lower gear. This allows you to take
advantage of the engine braking effect and
helps avoid overheati ...