Sets the specified minimum distance
You can set the specified minimum distance for DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span between one and two seconds. With this function, you can set the minimum distance that DISTRONIC PLUS keeps to the vehicle in front, dependent on vehicle speed. You can see this distance in the multifunction display
WARNING
It is up to the driver to exercise discretion to
select the appropriate setting given road
conditions, traffic, driver's preferred driving
style and applicable laws and driving
recommendations for safe following distance
•► To increase: turn control 2 in direction 3.
DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front.
•► To decrease: turn control 2 in direction 1.
DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a shorter distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front.
Make sure that you maintain a sufficient and safe distance from the vehicle in front.
Adjust the distance to the vehicle in front if necessary.
See also:
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® ...
Displaying service messages
– Switch on the ignition.
– Press or
on the steering wheel
to select the Serv. menu.
– Press or
to select the ASSYST
PLUS submenu and press to confirm.
The service due date appears in th ...
Compass function
You can display the current compass
direction heading in which the front of the
vehicle is facing.
1 Current compass heading
2 geo-coordinates
In the compass view, you can see the current
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