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   It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly o ...

    Rolling with the engine switched off
    WARNING There is no power assistance for the steering and the brake when the engine is not running. Steering and braking requires significantly more effort and you could lose control of the v ...

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