Activation conditions
You can activate the HOLD function if:
• the vehicle is stationary.
• the engine is running.
• the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened.
• the parking brake is not applied.
• the hood is closed.
• the transmission is in position D, R or N.
• DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
See also:
Winter driving
Important safety notes
WARNING
If the vehicle becomes trapped in snow,
ensure that snow is kept away from the
exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle as
long as the engine is running ...
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
• a door
• the vehicle with the mechanical key
• the trunk lid
• the hood
The alarm is not switched off, even ...
Windshield/headlamp cleaning
system
WARNING
Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly
flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/
antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be
seriously
burned.
Use MB ...
