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Driving
CONTROLS
Driving
Driving off
To drive off with the vehicle, proceed as fol-
lows:
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
Drive-ready state is turned on.
Additional information:
3. Engage the desired selector lever position,
e.g., D or R.
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
4. Release the parking brake.
Start/Stop button
5. To drive off, release the brake pedal and
press the accelerator pedal.
Principle
The Start/Stop button is used to turn vehicle
operating states on/off.
Acoustic pedestrian protection
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, Acoustic Pedestrian Protection
generates a continuous driving noise in vehi-
cles with electric or electrically assisted drives.
Overview
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When the vehicle is stationary and drive-
ready state is on, as soon as selector lever
position P is disengaged.
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With electric driving up to approx.
20 mph/30 km/h.
A speaker system broadcasts the noise to the
environment. This helps other road users, e.g.,
pedestrians or cyclists, be able to see the vehi-
cle better.
The Start/Stop button is located on the
center console.
Auto Start/Stop function
Turning on the drive-ready state
Drive-ready state turns on when the brake
pedal is pressed while pushing the Start/Stop
button.
Principle
The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
The system switches off the engine during a
stop, for instance in traffic jam or at traffic
lights. Drive-ready state remains on despite
the engine being stopped. The engine starts
automatically for driving off.
Pushing the Start/Stop button again will turn
off drive-ready state and turn on standby state.
Additional information:
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Drive-ready state, refer to page 43.
Standby state, refer to page 43.
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The Auto Start/Stop function switches to
standby state whenever the engine is started
using the Start/Stop button.
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In case of a steep downhill grade.
Brake pedal was not depressed hard
enough.
The function is activated at low speeds.
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When the ambient temperature is high and
automatic climate control is switched on.
Engine stop
Vehicle interior has not yet been heated or
cooled as desired.
Functional requirements
When stopping, the engine switches off auto-
matically if the following requirements are met:
Condensation is about to form on windows
and automatic climate control is on.
Engine or other components are not at op-
erating temperature.
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Selector lever is in selector lever position D.
The brake pedal remains depressed while
the vehicle is at a standstill, or the vehicle is
held by Automatic Hold.
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Engine cooling is required.
Without Mild Hybrid technology: The
wheels are at a sharp angle or the steering
wheel is being turned.
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The driver's seat belt is buckled, or the driv-
er's door is closed.
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Vehicle battery is deeply discharged.
At higher elevations.
Manual engine stop
If the engine does not shut off automatically
when the vehicle is stopped, the engine can be
shut off manually as follows:
The hood is unlocked.
Hill Descent Control is activated.
For stop-and-go traffic.
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By quickly depressing the brake pedal from
its current position.
Selector lever position is S or R.
After reversing.
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By engaging selector lever position P.
When all functional preconditions are fulfilled,
the engine switches off.
Starting the engine
Functional requirements
When driving off, the engine starts automati-
cally if the following requirements are met:
Automatic climate control with engine
switched off
The automatic climate control system's air flow
is reduced when the engine is switched off.
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By releasing the brake pedal.
If the accelerator pedal is pressed when
Automatic Hold is activated.
Display in the instrument cluster
The READY indicator on the
instrument cluster shows that
the Auto Start/Stop function is
ready to start the engine auto-
matically.
Driving off with the Auto Start/Stop
function
To drive off, accelerate normally after starting
the engine.
Safety mode
If one of the following conditions is met, the
engine will not start automatically after it has
been stopped automatically:
Functional limitations
The engine does not switch off automatically in
situations like the following:
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The driver’s seat belt is unbuckled, and the
driver’s door is open.
Via selector lever position or drive
mode
The Auto Start/Stop function is deactivated in
the following situations:
The hood has been unlocked.
Some indicator lights illuminate for a varied
length of time.
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When selector lever position S is engaged.
The engine can only be started using the Start/
Stop button.
If SPORT or SPORT PLUS driving mode is
selected in My Modes.
System limits
Even if driving off was not intended, the deac-
tivated engine starts up automatically in the
following situations:
Switching off the vehicle during an
automatic engine stop
If the engine stops automatically, the vehicle
can be parked safely, for example to leave it.
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When the vehicle interior is excessively
warm, and the air conditioning is on.
1. Press the Start/Stop button.
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Drive-ready state is switched off.
Standby state is switched on.
When the vehicle interior is excessively
cool, and the heating is on.
Condensation is about to form on windows
and automatic climate control is on.
Selector lever position P is engaged au-
tomatically.
Without mild hybrid technology:
In case of a steering operation.
2. Engage the parking brake.
Automatic deactivation
In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop func-
tion is deactivated automatically for safety rea-
sons, for instance if no driver is detected.
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When changing the selector lever position
from D or P to R.
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If the vehicle battery is deeply discharged.
When starting an oil level measurement.
Malfunction
Deactivating the system manually
Auto Start/Stop no longer shuts off the engine
automatically in the event of a malfunction. A
Check Control message is displayed on the
instrument cluster. You may continue driving.
Have the vehicle checked by an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
Principle
In certain driving situations, e.g., traffic jams,
it may be helpful to deactivate Auto Start/
Stop manually. The engine will then no longer
switch off automatically.
If this function is deactivated while the engine
is being stopped automatically, the engine will
start.
Steptronic transmission
Via iDrive
Principle
1. To manually activate Auto Start/Stop, go
through the menu as follows: Apps menu /
"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Drivetrain
and chassis" / "Activate Auto Start/Stop".
The Steptronic transmission is the vehicle's
automatic transmission. The shift paddles can
be used to shift gear manually as necessary.
2. Select the desired setting.
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After drive-ready state is switched off, if se-
lector lever position R, D, or S is engaged.
Safety information
After standby state is switched off, if selec-
tor lever position N is engaged.
Warning
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and
possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident,
injury, and property damage. Before leaving
your vehicle, secure it against rolling away,
e.g., by applying the parking brake.
The driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the
driver's door is opened while the vehicle is
stationary and selector lever position D, S,
or R is engaged.
The vehicle may begin to move if selector lever
position P is not engaged and the parking
brake is not applied before leaving the vehicle.
Selector lever positions
Additional information:
Gear position D
Parking brake, refer to page 129.
In selector lever position D, all gears for for-
ward travel are shifted automatically.
Engaging selector lever positions
The vehicle drives off slowly when the brake
pedal is released.
General information
If a gear position or reverse gear is engaged,
the vehicle will move if the brake pedal is not
pressed when driving off.
Additional information:
Automatic Hold, refer to page 131.
In certain situations, e.g., to rock free on snow,
it is possible to shift between reverse gear and
gear position D without pressing the brake.
R reverse gear
To reverse, engage selector lever position R.
Only engage reverse gear when the vehicle is
stationary.
Functional requirements
The vehicle drives off slowly when the brake
pedal is released.
To change from selector lever position P to an-
other selector lever position, drive-ready state
must be on and the brake pedal must be de-
pressed.
N Neutral
To push the vehicle or have it coast without
using the drive system, engage selector lever
position N, e.g., in car washes.
Selection lever position P cannot be disen-
gaged until all technical prerequisites are met.
Engaging a selector lever position
To engage the selector lever position, proceed
as follows:
Parking position P
General information
In selector lever position P, the drive is blocked
by the transmission, e.g., to park the vehicle.
1. Fasten the driver’s seat belt.
2. Tilt or pull the selector lever in the desired
direction, past the resistance point as nec-
P is engaged automatically
Selector lever position P engages automati-
cally in situations like the following:
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essary. The selector lever automatically re-
turns to the center position when released.
if the vehicle is meant to coast, e.g., in a car
wash.
To engage selector lever position N, proceed
as follows:
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Switch on drive-ready state.
3. If necessary, loosen the belt.
4. If necessary, open the door.
5. Engage selector lever position N.
6. Switch off drive-ready state.
Engaging selector lever position P
In this way, standby state remains switched
on, and a Check Control message is dis-
played.
The vehicle can roll.
The parking brake is engaged automatically
after approx. 35 minutes.
If the system is not operational, you may not
be able to change the selector lever position.
If necessary, release the transmission lock
electronically.
To engage selector lever position P,
press the parking brake button on the
center console.
Additional information:
Electronic unlocking of the transmission lock,
refer to page 124.
The parking brake is applied and the transmis-
sion lock is engaged.
Kickdown
The maximum driving performance is achieved
with kickdown.
Rolling or pushing the vehicle
Step on the accelerator pedal beyond the re-
sistance point at the full throttle position.
Principle
In some situations, the vehicle is supposed to
coast without power for a short distance, e.g.,
in a car wash or when being pushed.
S program
Principle
Engaging selector lever position N
The S program's shift points and shift times
are designed for sportier handling. The trans-
mission, for instance shifts up later and the
shifting times are shorter.
NOTICE
Selector lever position P is automatically en-
gaged when standby state is switched off.
The wheels are blocked. There is a risk of
property damage. Do not switch off standby
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Activating the Sport program
Engaging selector lever position N
To engage selector lever position N, proceed
as follows:
1. Quickly push the Start/Stop button three
times without pressing the brake.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Within 30 seconds, push the selector lever
into position N until position N is shown on
the selector lever.
An appropriate Check Control message is
displayed.
To activate the Sport program, pull the selector
lever from selector lever position D to D/S.
4. Maneuver the vehicle from the hazardous
area and secure it against rolling away.
The engaged gear is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster, for instance S1.
The sport program of the transmission is acti-
vated.
Shift paddles
Ending the Sport program
To cancel the Sport program, move the selec-
tor lever to D/S.
Principle
The shift paddles on the steering wheel are
used to change gears manually.
D is displayed in the instrument cluster.
General information
Displays in the instrument cluster
Shifting
The selector lever position, for
example, P, is shown on the in-
strument cluster.
The vehicle only shifts at suitable RPM and
road speeds.
Even in manual mode, the transmission shifts
automatically in certain situations, e.g., when
speed limits are reached.
Electronic unlocking of the
transmission lock
Temporary manual mode
In selector lever position D, pulling a shift pad-
dle switches into manual mode temporarily.
General information
To maneuver the vehicle out of a hazardous
area, release the transmission lock electroni-
cally.
The engaged gear is also displayed in the in-
strument cluster, for instance D1.
After conservative driving in manual mode
without acceleration or shifting via the shift
paddles for a certain amount of time, the
transmission switches back to automatic
mode.
Before unlocking the transmission lock, secure
the vehicle against rolling away, for instance
with a wheel chock.
It is possible to switch into automatic mode:
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Pull and hold the right shift paddle until D is
displayed in the instrument cluster.
Advanced mode
In addition to the pulled right shift paddle,
pull the left shift paddle.
General information
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Step-
tronic transmission offers an advanced mode
with adapted shift characteristics.
Continuous manual mode
In Sport program S, pulling a shift paddle
switches to manual mode M.
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Automatic downshift to lowest possible
gear.
The engaged gear is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster, for instance M1.
To have the Steptronic transmission auto-
matically shift down to the lowest possible
gear, pull and hold the left shift paddle.
It is possible to switch into automatic mode:
There is no downshifting for kickdown.
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Pull and hold the right shift paddle until S is
displayed on the instrument cluster.
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Automatic upshifting is prevented in
manual mode.
In addition to the pulled right shift paddle,
pull the left shift paddle.
In manual mode, the Steptronic transmis-
sion does not shift up automatically when
speed limits are reached.
Pull the selector lever to D/S.
If M2 is set manually when the vehicle is sta-
tionary, the transmission no longer shifts down
to M1.
Enabling advanced mode
Advanced mode turns on in the following sit-
uations, for example:
Shifting
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The transmission is in manual mode.
"SPORT PLUS": Settings for drive system
in Sport Mode from My Modes.
Steptronic Sport
transmission: Launch
Control
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To upshift, pull the right shift paddle.
To downshift, pull the left shift paddle.
Principle
Launch Control ensures optimum acceleration
on roads with good traction and with dry ambi-
ent conditions.
The selected gear is shown briefly on the
instrument cluster, then the current gear is
shown again.
General information
Using Launch Control causes premature com-
ponent wear since this function represents a
very heavy load for the vehicle.
Do not turn the steering wheel when driving off
with Launch Control.
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Do not use Launch Control when breaking in
the vehicle.
Repeated use during a trip
After Launch Control has been used, the trans-
mission must cool down for a short time before
Launch Control can be used again. Launch
Control adjusts to the surrounding conditions
when used again.
Additional information:
Break-in, refer to page 306.
Functional requirement
Launch Control can be used when the engine
is at operating temperature. The engine is at
operating temperature after an uninterrupted
trip of at least 6 miles/10 km.
After using Launch Control
To support driving stability, reactivate Dynamic
Stability Control as soon as possible.
System limits
Driving off with Launch Control
An experienced driver may be able to achieve
better acceleration values in DSC OFF without
Launch Control mode.
To drive off with Launch Control, proceed as
follows:
1. Switch on drive-ready state.
2. Engage forward gear.
Sport Boost function
3.
Press the My Modes button on the
center console.
Principle
The SPORT BOOST function can be used for
upcoming acceleration, for example.
4. Enable the driving dynamics setting:
"SPORT PLUS".
This function is operated with the shift paddles
on the steering wheel.
5. With the left foot, press down forcefully on
the brake.
The system prepares the vehicle.
6. Press the accelerator pedal all the way
down and hold.
Overview
Launch Control information is displayed in
the instrument cluster.
7. The starting engine speed adjusts. Wait
briefly until the engine speed is constant.
Keep the accelerator pedal in this position.
8. Release the brake within a few seconds of
the Launch Control information illuminating.
The vehicle accelerates.
Upshifting is performed automatically.
Launch Control stays on as long as the
Launch Control information is displayed
and the accelerator pedal is not released.
The shift paddles are located on the steering
wheel.
Additional information:
Setting for increased driving dynamics, refer to
page 207.
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Display in the instrument cluster
Deactivating the function
SPORT BOOST: Pull and hold the right shift
paddle until this display goes out.
My Modes
Principle
My Modes are used to adjust vehicle handling
and customize the overall experience in the
interior.
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Arrow 1: The SPORT BOOST function is ac-
tive.
The vehicle can be adapted depending on the
situation using the various My Modes.
Arrow 2: Countdown, the SPORT BOOST
function is active.
General information
This affects the following systems, depending
on vehicle equipment:
Arrow 3: The SPORT BOOST function is
used for maximum acceleration.
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Drive system.
Using the function
1. SPORT BOOST: Pull and hold the left shift
paddle until this display appears, arrow 1.
Steering.
Suspension.
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The function is active.
Cruise control.
A countdown is displayed on the instru-
ment cluster, arrow 2.
Display on the instrument cluster.
Comfort functions in vehicle interior.
BMW IconicSounds.
2. Before the countdown changes to 0, press
the accelerator pedal.
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The vehicle accelerates.
Overview
BOOST: This display is shown on the
instrument cluster, arrow 3.
The countdown can be restarted, for example
if the function cannot be used immediately.
To restart the countdown, pull and hold the left
shift paddle again until the countdown is reset.
Stopping the function
The SPORT BOOST function is automatically
interrupted if the countdown has reached 0
or if the function was used in the acceleration
process.
My Modes button on the center con-
sole.
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Additional information:
Efficient mode, refer to page 324.
Displays in the instrument cluster
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If applicable, the driving mode
selected is displayed on the in-
strument cluster.
More My Modes
Depending on the vehicle equipment, more My
Modes are available that change the ambiance
in the vehicle interior:
My Modes in detail
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Expressive Mode.
Digital Art Mode.
Relax Mode.
General information
Various My Modes are available depending on
vehicle equipment.
Silent Mode.
Some My Modes affect vehicle handling. As
such, these are also referred to as drive
modes.
Selecting My Modes
To select My Modes, proceed as follows:
Personal Mode
Personal Mode is a drive mode that provides
comfort-related settings.
1.
Press the My Modes button on the
center console.
2. Select the desired mode.
Sport Mode
Sport Mode is a drive mode that provides in-
creased vehicle agility.
Configuring My Modes
Some My Modes can be configured individu-
ally.
Individual settings, e.g., for the driving dynam-
ics, chassis, and drive system, can be config-
ured as needed.
1.
Press the My Modes button on the
center console.
2. Select the desired mode.
3. Select the settings icon.
"SPORT PLUS": Under Driving Dynamics, this
setting deactivates Dynamic Stability Control,
thus limiting driving stability.
Additional information:
4. Select the desired settings.
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Dynamic Stability Control, refer to
page 206.
Changing the start mode
Some My Modes can be set as the start mode.
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Setting for increased driving dynamics, re-
fer to page 207.
The set start mode activates when drive-ready
state is turned on.
Efficient Mode
Efficient Mode is a drive mode that provides
consumption-optimized tuning and an antici-
patory display.
1.
Press the My Modes button on the
center console.
2. Select the desired mode.
3. Select the settings icon.
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4. "Start mode"
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Set the parking brake.
5. Select the desired mode.
Automatic transmission: Make sure that
selector lever position P is engaged.
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On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
turn the front wheels in the direction of
the curb.
Drive-off assistant
Principle
On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
also secure the vehicle, for instance with
a wheel chock.
On inclines, in selector lever position D, S, or
R, this system prevents the vehicle from rolling
opposite the set driving direction and provides
drive-off support.
Warning
Driving off
Engage a gear position and step on the accel-
erator pedal to drive off.
Unattended children or animals in the vehicle
can cause the vehicle to move and endanger
themselves and traffic, for example, due to
the following actions:
The parking brake is released automatically.
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Establishing standby.
Depending on the load and driving situation or
when a trailer is used, the vehicle may roll back
slightly.
Releasing the parking brake.
Opening and closing the doors or win-
dows.
If necessary, activate Automatic Hold.
Additional information.
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Engaging selector lever position N.
Using vehicle equipment.
Automatic Hold, refer to page 131.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. Do not leave children or ani-
mals unattended in the vehicle. Take the ve-
hicle key with you when exiting and lock the
vehicle.
Parking brake
Principle
The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi-
cle from rolling away when it is parked.
Overview
Safety information
Warning
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and
possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident,
injury, and property damage. Before leaving
the vehicle, secure the vehicle against rolling
away.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, follow the following:
The parking brake button is located on
the center console.
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"Drivetrain and chassis" / "Apply parking
brake".
Setting the parking brake
With a stationary vehicle
2. Select the desired setting.
In selector lever position N, the parking brake
does not engage automatically.
To engage the parking brake, press
the parking brake button on the center
console.
Releasing the parking brake
The LED illuminates.
Releasing the parking brake manually
To release the parking brake manually, pro-
ceed as follows:
The indicator light for the parking brake
illuminates red.
The parking brake is engaged and
transmission lock is engaged.
1. Switch on drive-ready state.
While driving
Using the parking brake while driving serves as
emergency braking.
2.
Push the parking brake button on
the center console while pressing the brake
pedal.
To brake the vehicle, press and hold
the parking brake button on the center
console. The vehicle brakes hard for as
long as the button is pressed.
The LED and the indicator light go out.
The parking brake is released.
The transmission lock remains engaged
until a gear position is selected.
The indicator light for the parking brake
illuminates red, a signal sounds, and
the brake lights illuminate.
Releasing the parking brake
automatically
The parking brake is released automatically
when you drive off.
A Check Control message is displayed.
The parking brake is engaged and the trans-
mission lock is set when the vehicle is station-
ary.
The LED and the indicator light go out.
Using the parking brake via iDrive
The parking brake can be engaged or disen-
gaged via iDrive. Additional information is also
displayed.
Engaging the parking brake
automatically
In some situations, the parking brake is en-
gaged automatically, e.g., through Automatic
Hold.
1. To operate the parking brake via iDrive, go
through the menu as follows. Apps menu /
"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Drivetrain
and chassis" / "Apply parking brake".
To apply the parking brake automatically when
drive-ready state is turned off, configure the
system as follows:
2. Select the desired setting.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /
Malfunction
If the parking brake fails or malfunctions, se-
cure the vehicle so that it does not roll away
before you exit.
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A Check Control message is displayed.
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If drive-ready state is turned off.
After getting out of the vehicle, secure it to pre-
vent it from rolling away, using a wheel chock,
for example.
The driver’s door is open for more than one
second and no pedal is pressed during this
time.
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If the parking brake is used to brake the
vehicle to a stop while driving.
After a power interruption
To reestablish parking brake operability after
a power interruption, an initialization may be
required.
In selector lever position N, Automatic Hold is
temporarily deactivated.
Safety information
1. Activate standby state.
Warning
2.
3.
Press the parking brake button on
the center console.
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and
possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident,
injury, and property damage. Before leaving
the vehicle, secure the vehicle against rolling
away.
Press the parking brake button
again after 2 seconds.
The Check Control messages for the park-
ing brake go out.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, follow the following:
Function-related noises are normal.
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Set the parking brake.
The indicator light for the parking brake
indicates that the parking brake is
ready for operation again.
Automatic transmission: Make sure that
selector lever position P is engaged.
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On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
turn the front wheels in the direction of
the curb.
Automatic Hold
On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
also secure the vehicle, for instance with
a wheel chock.
Principle
Automatic Hold provides assistance by auto-
matically applying and releasing the brake,
e.g., when driving off on inclines or in stop-
and-go traffic.
Warning
Unattended children or animals in the vehicle
can cause the vehicle to move and endanger
themselves and traffic, for example, due to
the following actions:
When a gear position is engaged, the vehicle
is automatically held in place when it is station-
ary.
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Establishing standby.
General information
The parking brake engages automatically if the
following requirements are met:
Releasing the parking brake.
Opening and closing the doors or win-
dows.
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Engaging selector lever position N.
Using vehicle equipment.
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There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. Do not leave children or ani-
mals unattended in the vehicle. Take the ve-
hicle key with you when exiting and lock the
vehicle.
the indicator light for the parking brake illumi-
nates green.
Automatic parking brake application
The parking brake is automatically set if drive-
ready state is switched off while the vehicle is
being held by Automatic Hold or if the vehicle
is exited.
Overview
The indicator light for the parking brake
changes from green to red.
The parking brake is not set automatically if
the drive-ready state was switched off while
the vehicle was coasting. Automatic Hold is
temporarily deactivated in this case.
Driving off
Press the accelerator pedal to drive off.
The Automatic Hold button is located
on the center console.
The brake is released automatically and the
indicator light of the parking brake is no longer
illuminated.
Activating Automatic Hold
To activate Automatic Hold, proceed as fol-
lows:
The vehicle may roll back slightly when driving
off, depending on the load and driving situation
or when towing a trailer.
1. Switch on drive-ready state.
Use the parking brake as needed to prevent
the vehicle from rolling back when driving off.
2.
Press the Automatic Hold button on
the center console.
Deactivate Automatic Hold
To deactivate Automatic Hold, proceed as fol-
lows:
The LED illuminates.
The indicator light for Automatic Hold
illuminates green.
Press the Automatic Hold button on the
center console.
Automatic Hold is activated.
The LED goes out.
Automatic Hold holding the vehicle
The indicator light for Automatic Hold
goes out.
If Automatic Hold is activated and the driver’s
door is closed, the vehicle is automatically se-
cured to prevent it from rolling away after stop-
ping.
Automatic Hold is deactivated.
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold,
also press the brake pedal when deactivating.
As soon as Automatic Hold secures the
vehicle to prevent it from rolling away,
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