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:
The windshield wipers are inoperative
The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.
Select another wiper speed on the
combination switch.
Have the windshield wipers checked at a
qualified specialist workshop. ...
Proper use
WARNING
There are various warning stickers affixed to
your vehicle. Their purpose is to alert you and
others to various dangers. Therefore, do not
remove any warning stickers unless the
stic ...
Releasing the electric parking brake
automatically
The electric parking brake is released
automatically when the following conditions
are simultaneously fulfilled:
• the engine is running.
• the automatic transmission is in position D or R.
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