Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE® Brake

PRE-SAFE® Brake is only available in vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS.

– Press the button on the or steering wheel to select the DriveAssist button on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist menu.
– Press to select PRE-SAFE or Brake. to select PRE-SAFE Brake.
– Press The current selection is displayed..
The current selection is displayed.
– To activate/deactivate: press again. again.

When PRE-SAFE® Brake is activated, the multifunction display shows the function is not activated. symbol as long as the HOLD function is not activated.
Vehicles with Active Parking Assist: if PARKTRONIC is activated and you are driving at a speed under 22 mph (35 km/h), the Active Parking Assist symbol will be displayed Active Parking Assist symbol will be displayed instead of the Activating/deactivating ATTENTION symbol.

    See also:

    Braking
    If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a pulsing in the brake pedal. ► If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the brake pedal with force until the braking situation is over. ► ...

    Important safety notes
    WARNING Severe conditions (e.g. strong air pollution) may require replacement of the filter before its scheduled replacement interval. A clogged filter will reduce the air volume to the interi ...

    Overview of sun visors
    WARNING Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while the vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others. Mirror ...