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:
Important safety notes
WARNING
Only use carriers when the basic carrier bars
have been completely mounted. The left and
right roof rails are only stabilized by means of
the basic carrier bars mounted.
Follow the ma ...
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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.
To make a ...