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Driver assistance systems
For information on the current map version
and map updates, see Map update in the Nav-
igation system chapter.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific, and optional equipment offered with
the series. It also describes features and func-
tions that are not necessarily available in the
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or
country versions. This also applies to safety
functions and systems. When using these
functions and systems, the applicable laws
and regulations must be observed.
Without a navigation system, the system is
subject to limitations imposed by technology.
Traffic signs with speed limitations are de-
tected and displayed only. Speed limits due to
entering towns/cities, highway signs, etc., are
not displayed. Speed limits with extra traffic
signs are always displayed.
Additional information:
Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertain-
ment, and Communication, refer to page 6.
Speed Limit Info
Safety information
Speed Limit Info
Warning
Principle
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Speed Limit Info shows the currently valid
speed limit in the instrument cluster and, if
necessary, the Head-up display.
General information
The camera in the area of the interior mirror
detects traffic signs at the edge of the road as
well as overhead sign posts.
Traffic signs with extra icons are considered
and compared with the vehicle's onboard data.
The traffic sign will then be either displayed
or ignored depending on the situation in the
instrument cluster and the Head-up display.
Overview
Sensors
With the navigation system, the system takes
into account the information stored in the nav-
igation system and also displays speed limits
present on routes without signs.
The system is controlled by cameras behind
the windshield.
Additional information:
For Speed Limit Info to function correctly, cur-
rent map data for the country in which the ve-
hicle is operated must be downloaded.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
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Displaying Speed Limit Info
Display
General information
Speed Limit Info
Depending on the vehicle equipment, Speed
Limit Info is displayed permanently in the in-
strument cluster or via iDrive.
Icon
Description
Current speed limit.
Depending on the na-
tional-market version, it
is possible to switch
between the units of
measurement.
Activating
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. If necessary, "Driving"
5. "Speed Limit Assistance"
6. "Speed limits"
7. "Show current limit"
Without a navigation
system the traffic sig-
nals are grayed out
after curves or longer
stretches of distance
traveled.
No data for the current
speed limit available.
The displays may vary
depending on vehicle
equipment.
Depending on the
equipment, Speed Limit
Info not available.
Warning signals
Depending on the settings, an acoustic signal
sounds if the detected speed limit is exceeded
or the speed limit changes. The display also
flashes if the detected speed limit is exceeded.
Settings
Individual settings can be configured for Speed
Limit Info, e.g., warnings issued if the speed is
exceeded or the permissible maximum speed
changes.
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
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4. If necessary, "Driving"
5. "Speed Limit Assistance"
6. Select the desired setting.
Manual Speed Limiter
Principle
The warning that is issued when a speed limit
is exceeded may depend on the Speed Limit
Assistant settings.
The system can be used to set a speed limit,
for instance to prevent the vehicle from ex-
ceeding speed limits.
Additional information:
General information
Speed Limit Assistant, refer to page 233.
The system can limit the speed, starting at
20 mph/30 km/h. The vehicle can be driven
at any speed below the set speed limit.
System limits
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
Overview
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Cameras, refer to page 35.
Buttons on the steering wheel
Functional limitations
The system function may be limited and may
provide incorrect information in the following
situations:
Button Function
System on/off.
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▷
For traffic signs that are fully or partially
concealed by objects, stickers, or paint.
Store current speed.
Speed Limit Assistant: accept sug-
gested speed manually.
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
Rocker switch:
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
Changing the speed limit.
In areas not covered by the navigation sys-
tem.
Operation
When roads deviate from the navigation
such as due to changes in road layout.
Turning on
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
▷
▷
In case of electronic traffic signs.
When passing buses or trucks with traffic
signs applied to them.
The current speed is adopted as the speed
limit.
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▷
▷
When the traffic signs do not correspond to
the standard.
If the system is switched on while the vehicle is
stationary or driving at low speeds, the speed
limit is set to 20 mph/30 km/h.
When traffic signs that are valid for a paral-
lel road are detected.
In the presence of country-specific road
signs or road layouts.
The marking in the speedometer is set to the
corresponding speed.
When the speed limit is activated, Dynamic
Stability Control is switched on and the vehicle
may change to COMFORT drive mode.
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Press the button on the steering
wheel.
Turning off
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
Exceeding the speed limit
When the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed
limit, a warning is issued.
The system switches off automatically in the
following situations, for example:
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When the engine is switched off.
The speed limit can be exceeded intentionally.
When Cruise Control is switched on.
Press the accelerator pedal all the way down
to intentionally exceed the set speed limit.
When certain programs are activated via
the Driving Experience Control.
When the vehicle speed drops below the set
speed limit, the limit is automatically reacti-
vated.
The displays turn off.
Interrupting
If the reverse gear is engaged or in Neutral, the
system is interrupted when rolling backwards.
Warning when the speed limit is
exceeded
Changing the speed limit
Visual warning
If the speed limit is exceeded: the
indicator light in the instrument clus-
ter flashes while the vehicle speed is
greater than the set speed limit.
Acoustic warning
▷
If the speed limit is exceeded unintention-
ally, a signal sounds.
Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly
until the desired speed limit is set.
▷
When the speed limit is reduced to be-
low the current vehicle speed, the signal
sounds after some time.
▷
Each time the rocker switch is pressed
to the resistance point, the speed limit in-
creases or decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h.
▷
When the speed limit is intentionally ex-
ceeded by stepping on the accelerator
pedal all the way down, there is no signal.
▷
Each time the rocker switch is pressed
past the resistance point, the desired speed
changes by a maximum of 5 mph/10 km/h.
Displays in the instrument cluster
If the set speed limit is reached or unintention-
ally exceeded such as when driving downhill,
the vehicle is not actively braked.
Display in the speedometer
Depending on the equipment, a mark in the
speedometer displays the status of the sys-
tem.
When the speed limit is set during a trip to
a value below the current speed, the vehicle
coasts until it drops to the set speed limit.
The current speed can also be stored by
pressing a button:
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Green marking: system is ac-
tive.
Safety information
▷
▷
Gray marking: system is in-
terrupted.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
No marking: system is
switched off.
Indicator light
Icon
Description
The indicator light illuminates: the
system is switched on.
The indicator light flashes: the set
speed limit has been exceeded.
Warning
Gray indicator light: the system has
been interrupted.
The use of the system can lead to an in-
creased risk of accidents in the following sit-
uations, for instance:
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On winding roads.
Cruise Control
With high traffic volume.
On slippery roads, in fog, snow, or wet
conditions, or on a loose road surface.
Principle
With the Cruise Control, a set speed can be ad-
justed using the buttons on the steering wheel.
The system maintains the set speed. The sys-
tem accelerates and brakes automatically as
needed.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. Only use the system if driving
at constant speed is possible.
General information
The system can be activated starting at
20 mph/30 km/h.
Warning
The set speed can be incorrectly adjusted or
called up by mistake. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust the
set speed to the traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Depending on the vehicle setting, the cruise
control settings may change under certain
conditions. For instance, acceleration can
change depending on the driving mode.
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The displays turn off. The stored set speed is
deleted.
Overview
Buttons on the steering wheel
Interrupting Cruise Control
Button Function
Interrupting manually
Cruise control on/off.
When active, press the button.
Interrupting automatically
The system is automatically interrupted in the
following situations, for example:
Continue cruise control with the last
setting.
Interrupt cruise control.
▷
▷
▷
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When performing a manual braking proc-
ess.
Steptronic transmission: selector lever posi-
tion D is disengaged.
Store current speed.
Speed Limit Assistant: accept sug-
gested speed manually.
While Dynamic Traction Control is enabled
or Dynamic Stability Control is disabled.
Rocker switch:
Set speed.
While Dynamic Stability Control regulates
driving stability.
Switching cruise control on/off
Adjusting the speed
Turning on
Maintaining and storing the speed
Depending on the equipment version,
press the relevant button on the steer-
ing wheel.
The indicator lights in the instrument cluster
illuminate and the mark on the speedometer is
set to the current speed.
Cruise control is active. The current speed is
maintained and stored as desired speed.
Press the rocker switch up or down once while
the system is interrupted.
If necessary, the Dynamic Stability Control will
be turned on.
When the system is switched on, the current
speed is maintained and stored as the set
speed.
Turning off
Depending on the equipment version,
press the relevant button on the steer-
ing wheel.
The stored speed is displayed on the speed-
ometer.
If necessary, the Dynamic Stability Control will
be turned on.
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The speed can also be stored by pressing a
button.
Continuing cruise control
Press the button.
Warning
The set speed can be incorrectly adjusted or
called up by mistake. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust the
set speed to the traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Changing the speed
An interrupted cruise control can be continued
by calling up the stored speed. The difference
between the current speed and the stored
speed should be as little as possible.
Press the button with the system in-
terrupted.
Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly
until the desired speed is set.
Cruise control is continued with the stored val-
ues.
If active, the displayed speed is stored and
the vehicle reaches the stored speed when the
road is clear.
In the following cases, the stored speed value
is deleted and cannot be called up again:
▷
Each time the rocker switch is tapped to the
resistance point, the set speed increases or
decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h.
▷
▷
When the system is switched off.
When drive-ready state is switched off.
▷
Each time the rocker switch is pressed
past the resistance point, the desired speed
changes by a maximum of 5 mph/10 km/h.
Displays in the instrument cluster
Display in the speedometer
Depending on the equipment, a mark in the
speedometer displays the status of the sys-
tem.
The maximum speed that can be set de-
pends on the vehicle.
▷
Pressing the rocker switch to the resistance
point and holding it: vehicle accelerates or
decelerates without pressure on the accel-
erator pedal.
▷
Green marking: system is ac-
tive, the marking indicates
the desired speed.
After the rocker switch is released, the vehi-
cle maintains its final speed. Pressing the
switch beyond the resistance point causes
the vehicle to accelerate more rapidly.
▷
Gray marking: system is in-
terrupted, the marking indi-
cates the stored speed.
▷
No marking: system is switched off.
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If a vehicle is driving ahead of you, the system
adjusts the speed of the vehicle so that the set
distance to the vehicle ahead is maintained.
The speed is adjusted as far as the given sit-
uation allows.
Indicator light
Icon
Description
No indicator light: system is switched
off.
The distance can be adjusted at several levels.
For safety reasons, it depends on the respec-
tive speed.
Indicator light green: system is active.
If the vehicle ahead of you brakes to a stand-
still and then drives off again within a brief pe-
riod, the system is able to detect this within the
given system limits.
Gray indicator light: the system has
been interrupted.
Depending on the vehicle setting, the cruise
control settings may change under certain
conditions. For instance, acceleration can
change depending on the driving mode.
Displays in the Head-up display
Some system information can also be dis-
played in the Head-up display.
The icon is displayed when the set
speed is reached.
Safety information
Warning
System limits
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
The set speed is also maintained downhill. The
speed may not be maintained on uphill grades
if the drive power is insufficient.
In ECO PRO driving mode, the vehicle may
exceed or drop below the set desired speed
in some situations, for instance on downhill or
uphill grades.
Do not use Cruise Control when towing.
Active Cruise Control with
Stop&Go function
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.
Principle
Using the Cruise Control, a desired speed and
a distance to a vehicle ahead can be adjusted
using the buttons on the steering wheel.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, follow the following:
General information
The system maintains the set speed on clear
roads. The vehicle accelerates or brakes auto-
matically.
▷
▷
Set the parking brake.
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.
Button Function
Without Steering Assistant:
Cruise control on/off.
On uphill grades or on downhill slopes,
also secure the vehicle, for instance with
a wheel chock.
Store current speed.
Speed Limit Assistant: accept sug-
gested speed manually.
Warning
With Steering Assistant:
Interrupt cruise control.
The set speed can be incorrectly adjusted or
called up by mistake. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust the
set speed to the traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Continue cruise control with the last
setting.
Without Steering Assistant:
Continue cruise control with the last
setting.
Without Steering Assistant:
Interrupt cruise control.
Warning
Risk of accident is greater when there is a
high speed differential to other vehicles, for
instance in the following situations:
Increase the distance.
Switch Distance Control on/off.
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When approaching a slowly moving ve-
hicle at speed.
Reduce distance.
Switch Distance Control on/off.
Vehicle suddenly swerving into own
lane.
Rocker switch:
Set speed.
When approaching stationary vehicles at
speed.
There is a risk of injury or danger to life.
Watch surrounding traffic closely and actively
intervene where appropriate
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
▷
▷
Cameras behind the windshield.
Front radar sensor.
Overview
Additional information:
Buttons on the steering wheel
Button Function
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
Application range
The system is best used on well-maintained
roads.
With Steering Assistant:
Cruise control on/off.
The minimum speed that can be set is
20 mph/30 km/h.
With Steering Assistant:
Select function.
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The maximum speed that can be set is limited
and depends, for example, on the vehicle and
the vehicle equipment.
Turning on
With Steering Assistant:
The system can also be activated when sta-
tionary.
1.
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
Do not use Cruise Control and Distance Control
when towing.
2.
If necessary, set the cruise control.
Without Steering Assistant:
Turning on/off and interrupting
cruise control
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
With Steering Assistant: Assisted
Driving Mode
The indicator lights in the instrument cluster
illuminate and the mark on the speedometer is
set to the current speed.
General information
Cruise control is active. The current speed is
maintained and stored as desired speed.
This button is used to switch the con-
figured function on and off.
If necessary, the Dynamic Stability Control will
be turned on.
The button can be used to set the pri-
marily used function.
Turning off
To switch off the system while stationary, step
on brake pedal at the same time.
Setting the function
When the system is active, press the
button repeatedly until the desired
function is selected in the toolbar. The
toolbar for Assisted Driving mode is displayed
at the bottom of the instrument cluster.
Press the button on the steering wheel:
With Steering Assistant.
Without Steering Assistant.
Icon
Function
The displays turn off. The stored set speed is
deleted.
Cruise Control with Distance Control.
Interrupting manually
When active, press the button on the steering
wheel:
Depending on the equipment version,
Cruise Control with Distance Control
and Steering Assistant.
With Steering Assistant.
Without Steering Assistant.
The selected function is shown in green.
If interrupting the system while stationary,
press on the brake pedal at the same time.
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The stored speed is displayed on the speed-
ometer.
Interrupting automatically
The system is automatically interrupted in the
following situations:
If necessary, the Dynamic Stability Control will
be turned on.
▷
When performing a manual braking proc-
ess.
The speed can also be stored by pressing a
button.
▷
▷
Selector lever position D is disengaged.
Press the button.
While Dynamic Traction Control is enabled
or Dynamic Stability Control is disabled.
▷
▷
While Dynamic Stability Control regulates
driving stability.
Changing the speed
When the vehicle is stationary, the seat
belt is unbuckled and the driver's door is
opened.
▷
The system has not detected objects for
an extended period, for instance on a
road with very little traffic without curb or
shoulder markings.
▷
▷
The detection range of the radar is im-
paired, for instance by contamination or
heavy precipitation.
Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly
until the desired speed is set.
After a longer stationary period when the
vehicle has been braked to a stop by the
system.
If active, the displayed speed is stored and
the vehicle reaches the stored speed when the
road is clear.
Adjusting the speed
▷
Each time the rocker switch is tapped to the
resistance point, the set speed increases or
decreases by 1 mph/1 km/h.
Maintaining and storing the speed
▷
Each time the rocker switch is pressed
past the resistance point, the desired speed
changes by a maximum of 5 mph/10 km/h.
Hold the rocker switch in position to repeat the
action.
Adjusting the distance
Safety information
Press the rocker switch up or down once while
the system is interrupted. The system will be
activated.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment. Due to the
system limits, deceleration can be late. There
is a risk of accidents and risk of property
The current speed is maintained and stored as
desired speed.
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damage. Be aware of the surrounding traffic
situation at all times. Adjust the distance to
the traffic and weather conditions and main-
tain the prescribed safety distance, possibly
by braking.
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
An interrupted cruise control can be continued
by calling up the stored speed. The difference
between the current speed and the stored
speed should be as little as possible.
Reducing the distance
Press the button on the steering wheel with
the system interrupted:
Press the button repeatedly until the
desired distance is set.
With Steering Assistant.
Instrument cluster will display selected dis-
tance.
Without Steering Assistant.
Increasing the distance
Cruise control is continued with the stored val-
ues.
Press the button repeatedly until the
desired distance is set.
In the following cases, the stored speed value
is deleted and cannot be called up again:
Instrument cluster will display selected dis-
tance.
▷
▷
When the system is switched off.
When drive-ready state is switched off.
Automatic adaptation of the distance
Changing between Cruise Control
with/without Distance Control
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version: the system can be set so that
the distance to the vehicle in front is automati-
cally adjusted within the set distance. The sys-
tem analyzes the traffic situation and ambient
conditions, e.g., poor visibility.
Safety information
Warning
1. "CAR"
The system does not react to traffic driv-
ing ahead of you, but instead maintains the
stored speed. There is a risk of accident,
injury, and property damage. Adjust the set
speed to the traffic conditions and brake as
needed.
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. If necessary, "Driving"
5. "Speed Limit Assistance"
6. "Adjust distance acc. to situation"
Changing over the Cruise Control mode
Switching Cruise Control without Distance
Control off and on:
Continuing cruise control
Warning
The set speed can be incorrectly adjusted or
called up by mistake. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust the
set speed to the traffic conditions. Watch sur-
▷
▷
Press and hold this button.
Press and hold this button.
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With Steering Assistant: switch on Distance
Control:
Icon
Description
Distance 1
Press the button.
Without Steering Assistant: switch on Distance
Control:
Distance 2
Distance 3
Distance 4
▷
▷
Press the button.
Press the button.
After changing, a Check Control message is
displayed.
Displays in the instrument cluster
General information
Depending on the equipment version, the dis-
plays in the instrument cluster may vary.
This value is set automatically
after the system is switched
on.
Display in the speedometer
Depending on the equipment, a mark in the
speedometer displays the status of the sys-
tem.
No distance control display, as
the accelerator pedal is being
pressed.
▷
Green marking: system is ac-
tive, the marking indicates
the desired speed.
▷
Gray marking: system is in-
terrupted, the marking indi-
cates the stored speed.
Detected vehicle
▷
No marking: system is switched off.
Icon
Description
Green icon:
Distance to vehicle ahead of you
Selected distance to the vehicle ahead of you
is shown.
Vehicle has been detected
ahead of you.
When the distance to the detected vehicle in-
creases, the vehicle icon in the distance display
will move away.
If necessary, drive off on your own such as by
stepping on the accelerator pedal or by press-
ing the rocker switch.
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Indicator lights and warning lights
Alternative icon indicators
Icon
Description
Icon
Description
White indicator light:
Indicator light green: system is
active.
No distance control display, as the
accelerator pedal is being pressed.
No indicator light: system is
switched off.
Indicator light illuminates green:
Vehicle icon flashes:
Vehicle has been detected ahead of
you.
Conditions are not adequate
for the system to work.
The vehicle icon goes out if no vehicle
has been detected ahead of you.
The system was deactivated
but applies the brakes until
you actively resume control by
pressing on the brake pedal or
accelerator pedal.
Indicator light flashes green:
Vehicle in front drove off.
Indicator light illuminates gray:
System interrupted.
The vehicle icon and distance
bars flash red and an acoustic
signal sounds:
Indicator light flashes gray:
Conditions are not adequate for the
system to work.
Brake and make an evasive
maneuver, if necessary.
The system was deactivated but ap-
plies the brakes until you actively
resume control by pressing on the
brake pedal or accelerator pedal.
System interrupted.
Warning light flashes red and acous-
tic signal sounds:
Brake and make an evasive maneu-
ver, if necessary.
Assisted Driving View
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, information for the system is
displayed in the Assisted Driving View in the
central display area of the instrument cluster.
Additional information:
Assisted Driving View, refer to page 155.
Displays in the Head-up display
Set speed
Some system information can also be dis-
played in the Head-up display.
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The icon is displayed when the set
speed is reached.
Deceleration
The system does not decelerate in the follow-
ing situations:
▷
For pedestrians or similarly slow-moving
road users.
Distance information
The icon is displayed when the dis-
tance from the vehicle traveling ahead
is too short.
▷
Depending on the vehicle equipment and
national availability, for red traffic lights.
▷
▷
For cross traffic.
The distance information is active in the fol-
lowing situations:
For oncoming traffic.
▷
▷
Active Cruise Control switched off.
Display in the Head-up display selected.
Head-up display, refer to page 172.
Distance too short.
Merging vehicles
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▷
Speed greater than approx.
40 mph/70 km/h.
System limits
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
If a vehicle driving ahead of you suddenly
merges into your lane, the system may not be
able to automatically restore the selected dis-
tance. It may not be possible to restore the se-
lected distance in certain situations, including if
you are driving significantly faster than vehicles
driving ahead of you, for instance when rapidly
approaching a truck. When a vehicle driving
ahead of you is reliably detected, the system
requests that the driver intervene by braking
and making an evasive maneuver, if needed.
▷
▷
Cameras, refer to page 35.
Radar sensors, refer to page 36.
Detection range
The detection capability of the system and the
automatic braking performance are limited.
For instance, two-wheeled vehicles may not be
detected.
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Cornering
Weather
The following restrictions can occur under un-
favorable weather or light conditions:
▷
▷
Poorer vehicle detection.
Short-term interruptions for vehicles that
are already recognized.
Drive attentively, and react to the current sur-
rounding traffic situation. If necessary, inter-
vene actively, for instance by braking, steering
or making an evasive maneuver.
When the set speed is too high for a curve,
the speed is reduced slightly. Because curves
may not be anticipated in advance, drive into a
curve at an appropriate speed.
Drive power
The set speed is also maintained downhill. The
speed may not be maintained on uphill grades
if the drive power is insufficient.
The system has a limited detection range. Sit-
uations can arise in tight curves where a vehi-
cle driving ahead will not be detected or will be
detected very late.
In ECO PRO driving mode, the vehicle may
exceed or drop below the set desired speed
in some situations, for instance on downhill or
uphill grades.
Speed Limit Assistant
Principle
Speed Limit Assistant supports driving at the
speed limit. A suggested speed can be ap-
plied.
When you approach a curve the system may
briefly report vehicles in the next lane due
to the bend of the curve. If the system decel-
erates you may compensate for it by briefly
accelerating. After releasing the accelerator
pedal the system is reactivated and controls
speed independently.
General information
When the systems in the vehicle, e.g., Speed
Limit Info, detect a change of the speed limit,
this new speed value can be applied for the
following systems:
▷
▷
▷
Manual Speed Limiter.
Cruise control.
Driving off
In some situations, the vehicle cannot drive off
automatically; for example:
Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go func-
tion.
The speed value is suggested as the new de-
sired speed to be applied. To apply the speed
value, the corresponding system must be acti-
vated.
▷
▷
On steep uphill grades.
In front of bumps in the road.
In these cases, step on the accelerator pedal.
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6. "Speed limits"
7. Select the desired setting:
Safety information
▷
"Adjust manually": detected speed limits
can be applied manually.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
▷
"Show anticipation": Depending on the
national-market version: current and up-
coming speed limits are displayed in
the instrument cluster without being ap-
plied.
▷
▷
"Show current limit": current speed lim-
its are displayed without being applied
in the instrument cluster.
"Off": depending on the national-market
version, Speed Limit Info and Speed
Limit Assistant will be turned off.
Warning
Displays in the instrument cluster
A message is displayed in the instrument clus-
ter when the system and a driver assistance
system are activated.
The set speed can be incorrectly adjusted or
called up by mistake. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust the
set speed to the traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Icon
Function
Depending on the equipment version,
the indicator light illuminates green,
together with the icon for a speed
control system:
Overview
Buttons on the steering wheel
Speed Limit Assistant is active and
detected speed limits can be applied
manually for the displayed system.
Button Function
Accept suggested speed manually.
Detected change of a speed limit with
immediate effect.
Rocker switch:
Depending on the national-market
version, it is possible to switch be-
tween the units of measurement.
Set speed, refer to Cruise Control.
Turning Speed Limit Assistant
on/off
1. "CAR"
Indicator light illuminates green: the
detected speed limit can be applied
with the SET button.
After it has been applied, a green
checkmark is displayed.
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. If necessary, "Driving"
5. "Speed Limit Assistance"
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Manual adoption
Adapting to route
A detected speed limit can be applied man-
ually for the active driver assistance system.
Principle
Depending on the national-market version, the
system can be configured so that the vehicle
adapts the speed automatically to the route.
When the SET icon illuminates, press
the button.
For instance, the speed will be reduced in the
following situations as necessary:
Speed adjustment
▷
▷
▷
Before making turns.
Before a roundabout.
Before a curve.
Principle
It can be adjusted whether the speed limit is
applied exactly or with a tolerance.
Adjustment
1. "CAR"
General information
You can configure a speed adaptation for all
speed limits and an additional speed adapta-
tion for speed limits up to 40 mph/60 km/h.
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. If necessary, "Driving"
5. "Speed Limit Assistance"
The additional speed adaptation for speed lim-
its up to 40 mph/60 km/h can be activated or
deactivated.
6. "Adjust to route" or "Automatically adjust
speed to route"
Setting the speed adjustment
1. "CAR"
System limits
Speed Limit Assistant is based on the Speed
Limit Info system.
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. If necessary, "Driving"
5. "Speed Limit Assistance"
6. To perform the desired setting:
Consider the system limits of Speed Limit Info.
Upcoming speed limits can only be accepted
for the Active Cruise Control.
▷
"Adjust speed limits": set tolerance for
the speed adaptation that affects all
speeds.
The system does not react or reacts to a lim-
ited extent to the route ahead in the following
situations:
▷
▷
"2nd adjustment up to": activate or de-
activate additional speed adaptation.
▷
If the vehicle location cannot be clearly de-
termined by the navigation system.
"Adjust speed limits": With additional
speed adjustment activated, set the
tolerance for speed limits up to
40 mph/60 km/h.
▷
With wintry road conditions.
Additional information:
▷
System limits of Speed Limit Information,
refer to page 220.
▷
System limits of the sensors, refer to
page 35.
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Steering Assistant
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
Principle
▷
▷
▷
▷
Cameras behind the windshield.
The Steering Assistant helps keep the vehicle
in the lane. For this purpose, the system ex-
ecutes supporting steering movements, for in-
stance when cornering.
Front radar sensor.
Radar sensors, side, front.
Radar sensors, side, rear.
Additional information:
General information
Depending on the speed, the system orients
itself according to the lane boundaries or vehi-
cles in front.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
Functional requirements
▷
▷
▷
Speed below 130 mph/210 km/h.
Sensors on the steering wheel detect whether
the steering wheel is being touched.
Sufficient lane width.
Above approx. 43 mph, 70 km/h: lane
boundary on both sides is detected.
Safety information
▷
Below approx. 43 mph, 70 km/h: lane
boundary on both sides or a vehicle driving
ahead is detected.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
Hands on the steering wheel rim.
Wide curves.
Drive in the center of the lane.
Turn signal switched off.
The sensor system calibration process is
complete.
▷
▷
▷
Cruise Control with Distance Control active.
Seat belt on the driver's side fastened.
Forward Collision Warning with braking
function on.
Overview
▷
▷
Daytime Pedestrian Collision Mitigation on.
Side Collision Warning active.
Buttons on the steering wheel
Button Function
Turning on/off
Steering Assistant with Traffic Jam
Assistant on/off.
Assisted Driving Mode
General information
Switch function on.
This button is used to switch the con-
figured function on and off.
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The button can be used to set the pri-
marily used function.
Turning off
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
Setting the function
The indicator goes out.
When the system is active, press the
button repeatedly until the desired
function is selected in the toolbar. The
toolbar for Assisted Driving mode is displayed
at the bottom of the instrument cluster.
The system does not perform supportive
steering wheel movements.
Interrupting automatically
The system interrupts the supporting steering
movements automatically, for example in the
following situations:
Icon
Function
Cruise Control with Distance Control.
▷
▷
▷
At a speed above 130 mph/210 km/h.
When the steering wheel is released.
Depending on the equipment version,
Cruise Control with Distance Control
and Steering Assistant.
When performing a manual braking proc-
ess.
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
With strong steering intervention.
When leaving own lane.
When the turn signal is switched on.
When the lane is too narrow.
The selected function is shown in green.
If a lane boundary is not detected for a cer-
tain period of time and no vehicle is driving
ahead.
Turning on
▷
▷
The Active Cruise Control is interrupted.
1.
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
The seat belt on the driver's side is unfas-
tened.
2.
Adjust the Steering Assistant if
necessary.
Indicator light illuminates gray.
Indicator light illuminates gray.
The system is on standby and does not
manipulate steering movements.
The system is on standby and does not
manipulate steering movements.
System activates automatically as soon as all
function conditions are fulfilled.
System activates automatically as soon as all
function conditions are fulfilled.
The indicator light illuminates green.
The system is active.
With the system switched on, the Daytime Pe-
destrian Collision Mitigation system and the
Side Collision Warning are activated.
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Additional information:
Displays in the instrument cluster
Assisted Driving View, refer to page 155.
Icon
Description
Alternative icon indicators
Depending on the equipment version, the dis-
plays in the instrument cluster may vary and
are displayed as follows:
Indicator light illuminates gray:
System is on standby.
Indicator light illuminates green:
The system is activated.
Icon
Description
The system supports the driver in
keeping the vehicle within the lane.
Indicator light illuminates gray:
The system is ready.
Warning light flashes yellow:
Indicator light illuminates
green:
A lane boundary has been crossed.
The steering wheel vibrates where
applicable.
The system is activated.
Depending on vehicle equip-
ment: Warning light flashes
yellow:
Warning light illuminates yellow and
acoustic signal may sound:
System interruption is imminent.
A lane boundary has been
crossed.
Depending on vehicle equipment and
national-market version: The warning
light flashes or illuminates red. A sig-
nal sounds:
The steering wheel vibrates
where applicable.
Warning light illuminates yel-
low and acoustic signal may
sound:
The system is switched off.
Warning light illuminates yellow:
Hands are not grasping the steering
wheel. The system is still active.
System interruption is immi-
nent.
Warning light illuminates red, acous-
tic signal sounds:
Depending on vehicle equip-
ment and national-market ver-
sion: The warning light flashes
or illuminates red. A signal
sounds:
Hands are not grasping the steering
wheel. System interruption is immi-
nent.
The system is switched off.
The system reduces the speed to a
standstill if applicable.
Green steering wheel icon and
lane boundary icon:
It is possible that the system will
not execute any supporting steering
movements.
The system supports the driver
in keeping the vehicle within
the lane.
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, information for the system is
displayed in the Assisted Driving View in the
central display area of the instrument cluster.
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Displays in the Head-up display
Icon
Description
All system information can also be displayed in
the Head-up display.
Yellow steering wheel icon:
The hands are not grasping
the steering wheel. The system
is still active.
System limits
General information
The system cannot be activated or meaning-
fully used in certain situations, e.g., while tow-
ing a trailer.
Red steering wheel icon and a
signal sounds:
The hands are not grasping
the steering wheel. System in-
terruption is imminent.
Safety information
It is possible that the system
will not execute any supporting
steering movements.
Warning
Because of system limitations, this system
may either not respond, or respond too late,
incorrectly, or without cause. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Ac-
tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the in-
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding
the scope of the system’s operation and limi-
tations.
With Active Cruise Control, the
system may reduce the speed.
Displays on the steering wheel
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
▷
▷
Cameras, refer to page 35.
Radar sensors, refer to page 36.
The two LED lights above the buttons illumi-
nate analogously to the displays in the instru-
ment cluster:
Hands on the steering wheel
The sensors cannot detect hand-steering
wheel contact in the following situations:
▷
▷
Yellow: system interruption is imminent.
Red: system will be deactivated.
▷
▷
Driving with gloves.
Protective covers on the steering wheel.
The steering wheel displays can be switched
on/off if required.
Narrow lanes
When driving within narrow lanes, the system
cannot be activated or effectively used, for in-
stance in the following situations:
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Steering Wheel Feedback"
5. "Light elements"
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▷
▷
In construction areas.
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Depending on the equipment, with auto-
matic formation of emergency lanes.
Federal, state, or local laws may differ, and
the use of this function may be prohibited or
limited. Before use, check federal, state, and
local laws.
▷
Within city limits.
Weather
The following restrictions can occur under un-
favorable weather or light conditions:
Additionally, the notices for the Steering Assis-
tant apply.
▷
Poorer recognition of vehicles and lane
boundaries.
Additional information:
Steering Assistant, refer to page 236.
▷
Short-term interruptions for vehicles that
are already recognized.
Functional requirements
Drive attentively, and react to the current sur-
rounding traffic situation. If necessary, inter-
vene actively, for instance by braking, steering
or making an evasive maneuver.
▷
The functional requirements of the Steering
Assistant are fulfilled.
Functional requirements, refer to page 236.
The Steering Assistant is active.
▷
▷
The function is only available on certain
street types, e.g. freeways.
Assisted Driving Mode Plus
▷
Driving on a road without pedestrians or
cyclists.
Principle
Assisted Driving Mode Plus helps drivers guide
their vehicle through traffic jams.
▷
▷
Sufficient lane width.
Lane markings and a vehicle driving ahead
are detected.
Supporting steering movements take place
without the driver actively steering.
▷
▷
Speed below approx. 40 mph/60 km/h.
The Driver Attention Camera in the instru-
ment cluster detects that the driver is pay-
ing attention to the surrounding traffic.
General information
The system uses the sensors of the Steering
Assistant.
▷
The function must be available in the coun-
try in which the vehicle is driven.
Safety information
Turning on
Warning
As soon as all functional requirements
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
are met, an additional icon for Assisted
Driving Mode Plus will be displayed on
the toolbar. The toolbar is displayed at
the bottom of the instrument cluster.
Select Assisted Driving Mode Plus
with the button on the steering wheel.
The icon for Assisted Driving Mode Plus is
shown in green.
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Two green LED lights are illuminated on the
steering wheel.
▷
▷
▷
Green: the system is active.
Yellow: system will be interrupted.
Red: system will be deactivated.
The indicator light in the instrument cluster is
shown in green.
The system begins to assist the driver with
vehicle control.
System limits
General information
The limits of the Steering Assistant system ap-
ply.
Displays in the instrument cluster
Icon
Description
Additional information:
Indicator light green: system is active.
Steering Assistant, refer to page 236.
Driver Attention Camera
The limits of the Driver Attention Camera sys-
tem apply.
Indicator light white: system is ready.
Additional information:
Gray indicator light: the system has
been interrupted.
Driver Attention Camera, refer to page 64.
Alternative symbol indicators
Depending on the equipment version, the dis-
plays in the instrument cluster may vary and
are displayed as follows:
Lane Change Assistant
Principle
The Lane Change Assistant also assists when
changing lanes on multi-lane roads.
Icon
Description
Indicator light green: system is active.
General information
The system uses the sensors of the Steering
Assistant.
Displays on the steering wheel
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
The two LED lights above the buttons illumi-
nate analogously to the displays in the instru-
ment cluster:
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to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
A supporting steering movement in the re-
quired direction can be detected a short
time later.
Additionally, the notices for the Steering Assis-
tant apply.
Additional information:
Steering Assistant, refer to page 236.
Functional requirements
▷
The functional requirements of the Steering
Assistant are fulfilled.
Functional requirements, refer to page 236.
After the lane change, the system helps keep
the vehicle in the new lane.
▷
Driving on a road without pedestrians or cy-
clists and with physical barriers to oncom-
ing traffic such as crash barriers.
Canceling a lane change
The lane change can be canceled by steering
movement into the opposite direction.
▷
▷
Crossable lane boundaries are detected.
Maximum speed approx. 110 mph,
180 km/h.
▷
▷
The minimum speed is country-specific.
Displays in the instrument cluster
The function must be available in the coun-
try in which the vehicle is driven.
Icon
Description
Green steering wheel icon.
Switch lane change assist on/off
1. "CAR"
Green arrow icon for lane-changing.
The system carries out a lane
change.
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. If necessary, "Driving"
5. "Steering Assistance"
6. "Automatic Lane Change"
Green steering wheel icon.
Gray line for lane marking on the ap-
propriate side.
The system detected the lane change
request. Lane change not currently
possible.
Changing lanes
1. Ensure that the traffic situation permits
changing lanes.
Depending on the national-market
version:
2. Press the turn signal lever in the desired
direction to the resistance point.
Green steering wheel icon.
Gray arrow icon for lane-changing.
Lane change not possible; functional
requirements not met.
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, information for the system is
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displayed in the Assisted Driving View in the
Additional information:
central display area of the instrument cluster.
Steering Assistant, refer to page 236.
Additional information:
Assisted Driving View, refer to page 155.
Parking assistance systems
Alternative symbol indicators
Depending on the equipment version, the dis-
plays in the instrument cluster may vary and
are displayed as follows:
General information
The parking assistance systems include differ-
ent individual systems. The individual systems
help the driver when parking, maneuvering, or
reversing by providing various assistance func-
tions, sensors, and camera views.
Icon
Description
Green steering wheel icon.
Additional information:
Gray line for lane marking on
the appropriate side.
▷
▷
Park Distance Control, refer to page 243.
Green arrow icon for lane-
changing.
Active Park Distance Control, refer to
page 246.
The system carries out a lane
change.
▷
▷
Side protection, refer to page 247.
Rearview camera without Surround View,
refer to page 248.
Green steering wheel icon.
▷
▷
Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to
page 251.
Gray line for lane marking on
the appropriate side.
Automatic Parking Assistant, driving out of
parking space, refer to page 255.
No arrow icon for lane-chang-
ing on the display.
▷
▷
Back-up Assistant, refer to page 256.
The system detected the lane
change request. Lane change
not currently possible.
Surround View with rearview camera, refer
to page 258.
▷
▷
▷
Panorama View, refer to page 263.
Cross traffic warning, refer to page 265.
Remote 3D View, refer to page 267.
Depending on the national-
market version:
Green steering wheel icon.
Gray line for lane marking on
the appropriate side.
Park Distance Control
Gray arrow icon for lane-
changing.
Principle
Lane change not possible;
functional requirements not
met.
Park Distance Control assists with parking.
Acoustic and visual warnings signal obstacles
in front of or behind the vehicle.
Depending on the equipment, obstacles that
are detected by the side ultrasonic sensors
may also be reported by the side protection.
System limits
The limits of the Steering Assistant system ap-
ply.
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General information
Overview
The range of the system, depending on obsta-
cles and environmental conditions, is approx.
6 ft/2 m.
Button in the vehicle
An acoustic warning sounds in case of an im-
pending collision at a distance to the object of
approx. 27 in/70 cm.
For objects behind the vehicle, the acoustic
warning is issued as early as a distance to the
object of approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.
Safety information
Park assistance button
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
▷
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-
ers.
▷
Depending on the equipment: ultrasonic
sensors on the side.
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
Warning
Turning on/off
Due to high speeds when the Park Distance
Control is activated, the warning can be de-
layed due to physical circumstances. There is
a risk of injury and risk of property damage.
Avoid approaching an object too fast. Avoid
driving off quickly while Park Distance Control
is not yet active.
Turning on automatically
The system switches on automatically in the
following situations:
▷
With the engine running, when selector
lever position R is engaged.
▷
Depending on the equipment version: while
approaching detected obstacles at a speed
lower than approx. 2.5 mph/4 km/h. The
activation distance depends on the situa-
tion in question.
You may switch automatic activation when ob-
stacles are detected on and off.
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
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3. "Driver Assistance"
smaller than approx. 8 in/20 cm, an alternating
continuous tone will sound.
4. "Parking and Maneuvering"
5. If necessary, "Automatic PDC Activation"
6. "Automatic PDC Activation"
Steptronic transmission: the intermittent tone
and continuous tone are switched off if the se-
lector lever position P is engaged.
Depending on equipment, an additional cam-
era view is also switched on.
Depending on design version, the intermittent
tone is switched off after a short time when the
vehicle is stationary.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain dis-
tance travelled or speed is exceeded.
If an object approaches when the vehicle is
stationary, the acoustic signal is reactivated.
Volume
Switch the system back on, if needed.
The volume of the Park Distance Control
acoustic signals can be adjusted.
Switching on/off manually
1. "CAR"
Press the park assistance button.
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Parking and Maneuvering"
5. "Volume PDC signal"
6. Set the desired value.
▷
▷
On: the LED illuminates.
Off: the LED goes out.
The rearview camera image is displayed if the
reverse gear is engaged when pressing the
park assistance button.
Visual warning
Depending on the equipment version, the sys-
tem cannot be switched off manually if the re-
verse gear is engaged.
Warning
Signal tones
General information
An intermittent tone indicates when the vehicle
is approaching an object. If, for example, an
object is detected at the front left of the vehi-
cle, a signal tone sounds from the front left
speaker.
The approach of the vehicle to an object is
shown on the control display. Objects that are
farther away are already displayed on the con-
trol display before a signal sounds.
The shorter the distance to the object, the
shorter the intervals.
The display appears as soon as the Park Dis-
tance Control is activated.
When the distance to a detected object is less
than approx. 8 in/20 cm, a continuous tone is
sounded.
The sensor detection range is shown in the
colors green, yellow, and red when obstacles
are detected there.
When there are objects in front of and behind
the vehicle at the same time, with a distance
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Pathway lines are faded in for better estima-
tion of the space required.
sensors before or after a continuous tone
sounds.
When the image of the rearview camera is dis-
played, you can switch to the Park Distance
Control or to a different view with obstacle
markings if necessary:
Unwarranted warnings
Reaching the system limits can cause unwar-
ranted warnings.
To prevent unwarranted warnings, for instance
in car washes, turn off automatic Park Dis-
tance Control activation on obstacle detection.
1. Press the Controller to the left, if needed.
2. For instance "Park. sensors only"
Cross traffic warning: depending on the equip-
ment, you will be warned in the Park Distance
Control display against vehicles approaching in
the front or rear from the side.
Malfunction
A white icon appears and the sen-
sor detection range is shown by the
shaded area on the control display.
Additional information:
Cross traffic warning, refer to page 265.
A Check Control message is displayed.
System limits
Park Distance Control malfunction. Have the
vehicle checked by an authorized service cen-
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Safety information
Warning
Because of system limitations, this system
may either not respond, or respond too late,
incorrectly, or without cause. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Ac-
tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the in-
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding
the scope of the system’s operation and limi-
tations.
Active Park Distance Control
Principle
The Park Distance Control brake function ini-
tiates emergency braking if there is an acute
risk of collision.
General information
Due to system limits, a collision cannot be pre-
vented under all circumstances.
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
The function is available below walking speed
when driving in reverse or rolling backward.
▷
Ultrasonic sensors, refer to page 37.
A press of the accelerator pedal interrupts the
brake intervention.
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
The detection of objects with ultrasonic meas-
urements can run into physical limits, e.g., in
the following situations:
After emergency braking to a stop, further
creeping toward an obstacle is possible. Pro-
ceed with caution. To move forward, lightly
press the accelerator pedal and release as
needed.
▷
With obstacles and persons at the edge of
the lane.
▷
Low objects already displayed, for instance
curbs, can move into the blind area of the
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If the accelerator pedal is depressed longer,
3. "Driver Assistance"
the vehicle drives off. Manual braking is possi-
ble at any time.
4. "Parking and Maneuvering"
5. "Active PDC with braking interv."
6. Select the desired setting.
The system uses the ultrasonic sensors of
Park Distance Control and the Automatic Park-
ing Assistant.
System limits
The limits of the systems of the Park Distance
Control and the Automatic Parking Assistant
apply.
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot be used in the following
situations, for example:
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
▷
Active Park Distance Control is deactivated
when Hill Descent Control is active.
Hill Descent Control, refer to page 215.
If required, deactivate the system via iDrive
where applicable.
Side protection
In addition, the safety information for the Park
Distance Control and the Automatic Parking
Assistant apply.
Principle
The side protection warns of obstacles on the
side of the vehicle.
Additional information:
▷
▷
Park Distance Control, refer to page 243.
Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to
page 251.
General information
The system uses the ultrasonic sensors of
Park Distance Control and the Automatic Park-
ing Assistant.
Temporary switching off
The Park Distance Control brake function can
be temporarily switched off:
Safety information
Confirm the message on the control display.
During continued driving in this surrounding
situation, no further emergency braking will oc-
cur.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
Settings
It is possible to set which areas on the vehicle
will be protected by the system.
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
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In addition, the safety information for the Park
Distance Control and the Automatic Parking
Assistant apply.
Without Surround View:
rearview camera
Additional information:
Principle
▷
▷
Park Distance Control, refer to page 243.
The rearview camera helps when reverse
parking and maneuvering. The area behind the
vehicle is shown on the control display.
Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to
page 251.
Additionally, assistance functions can be
shown in the display, e.g., help lines.
Display
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
To protect the sides of the vehicle, obstacle
markings are displayed on the sides of the ve-
hicle.
▷
▷
▷
Color marks: warning against detected ob-
stacles.
Gray marks, hatched area: no obstacles
were detected.
Overview
No marks, black area: the area next to the
vehicle was not yet captured.
Depending on the vehicle equipment:
button in the vehicle
Limits of the side protection
The system only displays stationary obstacles
that were previously detected by sensors while
passing them.
The system does not detect whether an obsta-
cle moves later on. If the vehicle is stationary,
the marks are shown in black after a certain
time. The area next to the vehicle must be
newly captured.
In addition, the limits of the systems of the
Park Distance Control and the Automatic Park-
ing Assistant apply.
Park assistance button
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ited by protruding cargo, a rear-mounted
luggage rack, or a trailer.
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
Display on the control display
▷
Rearview camera.
Additional information:
Toolbars
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
The assistance functions can be activated
manually via the toolbars on the sides of the
control display.
Turning on/off
1. Move the Controller to the right, if needed.
Turning on automatically
The system is switched on automatically if se-
lector lever position R is engaged when the
engine is running.
2. With corresponding equipment:
"Camera image"
3.
▷
"Parking aid lines".
Pathway lines and turning circle lines
are displayed.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
▷
"Obstacle mark.".
The system switches off when a certain dis-
tance travelled or speed is exceeded.
Depending on the equipment, the ob-
stacles detected by the Park Distance
Control are displayed by marks.
Switch the system back on, if needed.
More than one assistance function can be ac-
tive at the same time.
Depending on the vehicle equipment:
switching on/off manually
Parking aid lines
Press the park assistance button.
General information
▷
▷
On: the LED illuminates.
Off: the LED goes out.
Additional assistance functions can be shown
in the camera image on the control display.
The parking assistance functions are shown
on the control display.
More than one assistance function can be ac-
tive at the same time.
Switching the view via iDrive
If the rearview camera view is not displayed,
change the view via iDrive:
1. If necessary, tilt the Controller to the side.
2.
"Rear view camera"
The rearview camera image is displayed.
Functional requirements
▷
The tailgate is fully closed.
▷
Keep the camera's detection range free.
The camera's detection range can be lim-
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Pathway lines
Parking using lanes and turning circle lines
1. Position the vehicle so that the red turning
circle line leads to within the limits of the
parking space.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the point where
the green pathway line covers the corre-
sponding turning circle line.
Obstacle marking
Pathway lines help you to estimate the space
required when parking and maneuvering on
level roads.
The pathway lines are continuously adjusted
to the steering movements depending on the
steering-wheel angle.
Turning circle lines
Depending on the equipment, obstacles be-
hind the vehicle are detected by the Park Dis-
tance Control sensors.
Obstacle markings can be faded into the im-
age of the rearview camera.
The colored steps of the obstacle markings
match the marks of the Park Distance Control.
Setting brightness and contrast
With the rearview camera switched on:
Turning circle lines can only be superimposed
on the camera image together with pathway
lines.
1. Move the Controller to the right, if needed.
Turning circle lines show the course of the
smallest possible turning radius on a level
road.
2.
"Camera image"
3. Select the desired setting.
Only one turning circle line is displayed after
the steering wheel is turned past a certain an-
gle.
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orients itself with the middle of the parking
space.
System limits
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
▷
Depending on the equipment version: when
driving out of parallel parking spaces.
The ultrasonic sensors measure both sides of
the vehicle when driving slowly forward. Suita-
ble parking spaces are calculated based on the
objects detected, e.g., parking vehicles. The
system status is displayed.
▷
Cameras, refer to page 35.
Detection of objects
Very low obstacles as well as high, protruding
objects such as ledges may not be detected by
the system.
General information
Depending on the equipment, some assis-
tance functions also take into account data
from the Park Distance Control.
Operating principle
The operating principle and operation of the
system is divided into the following steps:
Follow the notes in the Park Distance Control
chapter.
▷
▷
▷
Parking space search.
Turning on.
The objects displayed on the control display
may be closer than they appear. Do not esti-
mate the distance from the objects on the dis-
play.
Parking.
System status and instructions on required ac-
tions are displayed on the control display.
Automatic Parking Assistant
Parking space search
Parking space search is always active when-
ever the vehicle is moving forward slow and
straight, even if the system is deactivated.
When the system is deactivated, the displays
on the control display are shown in gray.
Principle
The Automatic Parking Assistant supports the
driver in the following situations:
▷
When parking parallel to the road, parallel
parking.
The Automatic Parking Assistant is acti-
vated and the parking space search is active.
▷
When reverse parking perpendicular to the
road, perpendicular parking. The system
Control display shows suitable parking spaces
at the edge of the road next to the vehicle icon.
When Automatic Parking Assistant is active,
suitable parking spaces are highlighted and an
acoustic signal sounds.
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If a diagonal or parallel parking space is clearly
detected, the system automatically adjusts the
suitable parking method. In the case of parking
spaces suitable for parallel and diagonal park-
ing, a selection menu is displayed. In this case,
the desired parking method must be selected
manually.
Additional information:
▷
▷
Park Distance Control, refer to page 243.
Tailgate, refer to page 104.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
Steptronic transmission
The Automatic Parking Assistant calculates
the best possible parking line and takes control
of the following functions during the parking
operation:
▷
▷
▷
Steering.
Acceleration and braking.
Changing gears.
The parking operation is automatic.
Park assistance button
Safety information
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
▷
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-
ers.
▷
Ultrasonic sensors, side.
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
Functional requirements
For the measurement of parking
spaces
Warning
▷
Maximum speed while driving forward ap-
prox. 22 mph/35 km/h.
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto
curbs. There is a risk of injury and risk of
property damage. Watch surrounding traffic
closely and actively intervene where appro-
priate
▷
Maximum distance to row of parked vehi-
cles: 5 ft/1.5 m.
Suitable parking space
Longitudinal parking:
In addition, the safety information for the Park
Distance Control and for opening the tailgate
apply.
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▷
▷
Minimum length of detected object, e.g.,
parking vehicle: approx. 3.3 ft/1 m
Switching on via iDrive
The display of the rearview camera or the view
of the Park Distance Control must be active.
Minimum length of gap between two ob-
jects: own vehicle length plus approx.
2.6 ft/0.8 m.
1. Move the Controller to the right.
2. Activate the Automatic Parking Assistant
▷
Minimum depth: approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.
on the control display:
"Autom. Parking"
Perpendicular parking:
▷
▷
▷
Minimum length of detected object, e.g.,
parking vehicle: approx. 3.3 ft/1 m
Turning off
The system can be switched off manually:
Minimum width of the gap: own vehicle
width plus approx. 2.3 ft/0.7 m.
Press the park assistance button.
The LED goes out.
Minimum depth: own vehicle length.
The depth of diagonal parking spaces must
be estimated by the driver. Due to technical
limitations, the system is only able to ap-
proximate the depth of perpendicular park-
ing spaces.
Status of the system
Icon
Meaning
Gray: the system is not available.
White: the system is available but
not activated.
Parking operation
▷
Doors and tailgate are closed.
Steptronic transmission:
Driver's seat belt is fastened.
System is activated.
▷
Parking space search is active.
The parking operation is active. The
system takes over the steering.
Turning on/turning off
Switching on with the button
Turning the acoustic signal for
suitable parking spaces on/off
1. "CAR"
Press the park assistance button.
The LED illuminates.
The current status of the parking space search
is indicated on the control display.
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
Automatic Parking Assistant is activated
automatically.
4. "Parking and Maneuvering"
5. "Automatic Parking"
6. "Alert if parking space detected"
Switching on with reverse gear
1. Shift into reverse.
Acoustic signals of the Park
Distance Control
The current status of the parking space
search is indicated on the control display.
Depending on national-market version, an
intermittent tone for Park Distance Control
sounds during an automatic parking operation.
2. If necessary, activate:
"Autom. Parking"
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A continuous tone sounds when the distance
to a detected object is less than approx. 8 in-
ches/20 cm.
Canceling Automatic Parking
Assistant automatically
The system is interrupted automatically in the
following situations:
Parking using the Automatic
Parking Assistant
1. For the parking space search, drive past
parked vehicles at a speed of up to approx.
22 mph/35 km/h and a distance of max.
5 ft/1.5 m.
▷
When the driver grasps the steering wheel
or takes over steering.
▷
▷
Possibly on snow-covered or slippery road.
When there are obstacles that are hard to
overcome such as curbs.
▷
▷
▷
When there are obstacles that suddenly ap-
pear.
The parking space search is activated.
The status of the parking space search and
possible parking spaces are displayed on
the control display.
The Park Distance Control indicates distan-
ces that are too small.
When a maximum number of parking at-
tempts or the time taken for parking is ex-
ceeded.
2. Engage reverse or press the Park Assist
key.
The Automatic Parking Assistant is acti-
vated.
▷
▷
When changing over to another function on
the control display.
3. Select the suggested parking space for the
parking maneuver on the control display.
The turn signal opposite to the desired
parking side is switched on.
The parking operation is active. The sys-
tem takes over the steering.
Steptronic transmission:
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
If the tailgate is open.
If doors are open.
4. Follow the instructions on the control dis-
play.
Steptronic transmission:
When setting the parking brake.
During acceleration.
At the end of the parking operation, selec-
tor lever position P is set.
The brake pedal remains depressed for
longer while the vehicle is at a standstill.
The end of the parking operation is indi-
cated on the control display.
▷
When unfastening the driver's seat belt.
5. Adjust the parking position yourself, if
needed.
A Check Control message is displayed.
Continuing the parking operation
An interrupted parking operation can be con-
tinued, if needed.
Canceling Automatic Parking
Assistant manually
The Automatic Parking Assistant can be inter-
rupted at any time:
Reactivate the Automatic Parking Assistant
and follow the instructions on the control dis-
play.
▷
Press the park assistance button.
▷
"Autom. Parking": select the icon on the
control display.
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▷
▷
With ditches or edges, for instance an edge
of a port.
System limits
Safety information
Parking spaces that are not suitable may
be detected or suitable parking spaces may
not be detected at all.
Warning
Because of system limitations, this system
may either not respond, or respond too late,
incorrectly, or without cause. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Ac-
tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the in-
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding
the scope of the system’s operation and limi-
tations.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The Automatic Parking Assistant may not be
operational. Have the vehicle checked by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Driving out of a parking
space using the Automatic
Parking Assistant
No parking assistance
The Automatic Parking Assistant does not of-
fer assistance in the following situations:
▷
▷
In tight curves.
Principle
For parking spaces that are only marked
with lines on the ground. The system ori-
ents itself according to objects.
The system makes driving out of parallel park-
ing spaces easier.
▷
For diagonal parking spaces.
General information
Note the information given in the “Automatic
Parking Assistant” section.
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
▷
Ultrasonic sensors, refer to page 37.
Steptronic transmission
The Automatic Parking Assistant calculates an
optimal line for pulling out of a parking space
and takes control of the following functions
during the maneuver:
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
▷
On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel
roads.
▷
▷
▷
Steering.
Accelerating and braking.
Changing gears.
▷
▷
▷
On slippery ground.
On steep uphill or downhill grades.
The vehicle maneuvers automatically until the
vehicle reaches a position in which the driver
can drive out of the parking space without fur-
ther steering movements.
With accumulations of leaves/snow in the
parking space.
▷
▷
With a mounted emergency wheel.
In case of changes to an already-measured
parking space.
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tionary to switch on the Automatic Parking
Assistant.
Safety information
3. Tilt the Controller to the right and activate
the Automatic Parking Assistant on the
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
control display:
"Autom. Parking"
4. Select the desired direction to drive out of
the parking space on the control display.
5. Follow the instructions on the control dis-
play.
The parking operation is active.
Steptronic transmission:
The system takes control of the maneuver.
A message will be displayed at the end of
the maneuver.
In addition, the safety instructions for the Park
Distance Control, the Automatic Parking Assis-
tant and for opening the tailgate apply.
6. Make sure that the traffic situation permits
driving out of parking space and driving off
as usual.
Additional information:
▷
▷
Park Distance Control, refer to page 243.
The Automatic Parking Assistant is turned
off automatically.
Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to
page 251.
▷
Tailgate, refer to page 104.
System limits
The driving out of a parking space function
may not be offered temporarily under certain
environmental conditions. The system limits of
the Park Distance Control and the Automatic
Parking Assistant continue to apply.
Functional requirements
▷
The vehicle was parked manually and ob-
jects in front of and behind the car are de-
tected. The distance to a detected curb is at
least 6 inches/15 cm.
▷
The vehicle was parked using the Auto-
matic Parking Assistant and an object is
detected in front of the vehicle.
Back-up assistant
Principle
▷
▷
The parking space is at least 2.6 ft/0.8 m
longer than the vehicle.
The Back-up Assistant helps the driver when
reversing, e.g., when driving out of tight or un-
clear parking or road situations.
The vehicle has been parked in reverse.
The vehicle stores the driving movements of
the last distance covered. This stored distance
covered can be driven back with automated
steering.
Driving out of a parking space using
the Automatic Parking Assistant
1. Turn on drive-ready state.
2. Steptronic transmission:
Press the park assistance button or shift
into reverse gear when the vehicle is sta-
General information
The system takes control of the steering when
driving in reverse along the stored route.
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The driver controls driving the vehicle via ac-
celerator pedal and brake.
Driving in reverse with automated
steering
1. Press the park assistance button or shift
into reverse gear when the vehicle is
stationary and the drive-ready state is
switched on.
The Back-up Assistant uses the operating ele-
ments and sensors of the Park Distance Con-
trol and the Automatic Parking Assistant.
Additional information:
▷
▷
Park Distance Control, refer to page 243.
2. Move the Controller to the right.
3. "Back-up Assistant"
Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to
page 251.
The system takes over the steering.
4. Follow the instructions on the control dis-
play where required.
Safety information
5. Take your hands off the steering wheel
and carefully drive off using the accelerator
pedal and the brake.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
When driving in reverse, pay attention to
the vehicle's surroundings, and if you en-
counter an obstacle, stop immediately and
take over control of the vehicle. Follow the
instructions for Park Distance Control.
6. Stop no later than when normal road traffic
is reached and take control of the vehicle
such as by shifting to a forward gear.
At the end of the stored distance travelled,
a signal will sound and a request will be
displayed, also with the instruction to take
control of the vehicle.
In addition, the safety instructions for the Park
Distance Control, the Automatic Parking Assis-
tant and for opening the tailgate apply.
Additional information:
▷
▷
Park Distance Control, refer to page 243.
Canceling the Back-up Assistant
manually
The assisted reversing by the Back-up Assis-
tant can be canceled manually:
Automatic Parking Assistant, refer to
page 251.
▷
Tailgate, refer to page 104.
▷
▷
Via touchscreen:
"Back-up Assistant"
Functional requirements
Press the button.
▷
Drive forward without interruption to store
the distance covered.
▷
▷
A maximum of 165 ft/50 meters are stored.
Canceling the Back-up Assistant
automatically
The system automatically cancels in situations
such as the following:
To store the distance covered, do not drive
faster than 22 mph/36 km/h.
▷
Dynamic Stability Control is activated.
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▷
When the driver grasps the steering wheel
or takes over steering.
Surround View
▷
▷
When engaging a forward gear.
Principle
During activation or intervention by driving
control systems or assist systems.
The Surround View uses various vehicle cam-
eras, for instance, a rearview camera and front
camera to assist with parking and maneuver-
ing. Depending on the view, the vehicle's sur-
roundings or a part of it is depicted on the con-
trol display.
▷
▷
After a few minutes when the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
The vehicle leaves the stored lane when re-
versing, for instance at maximum steering
angle.
General information
Several cameras capture the area from differ-
ent selectable perspectives.
▷
The view on the control display is overlaid
with messages such as incoming calls.
System limits
▷
The following camera perspectives can be dis-
played:
When you reach normal road traffic or if you
encounter an obstacle, stop immediately
and take over control of the vehicle.
▷
The automatic camera perspective auto-
matically shows the appropriate perspec-
tive according to the respective driving sit-
uation.
▷
The maximum speed when reversing is
limited to approx. 6 mph/9 km/h.
If the maximum speed is exceeded, a warn-
ing is issued and the function may be can-
celed.
▷
▷
▷
The rearview camera shows the areas be-
hind the vehicle.
The flank view on the right and left shows
the areas on the sides of the vehicle.
▷
▷
After driving a stored distance covered with
major steering-wheel angles, the function
of the system will be limited for the return
trip.
The free camera perspective, which can be
moved via iDrive, shows defined perspec-
tives on a circular path.
In addition, the limits of the systems of the
Park Distance Control and the Automatic
Parking Assistant apply.
▷
The Panorama View shows crossing traffic,
depending on the gear currently engaged.
Different influences can lead to side deviations
when driving the stored distance covered in re-
verse. For example, this includes the following
factors:
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
▷
Steering movements when the vehicle is
stationary while storing the distance cov-
ered.
▷
▷
The speed is not adapted to the distance
covered.
Certain road characteristics such as gradi-
ents or inclines.
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▷
▷
On: the LED illuminates.
Off: the LED goes out.
Overview
Buttons in the vehicle
Depending on the equipment version, the rear-
view camera cannot be switched off when the
reverse gear is engaged.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain dis-
tance travelled or speed is exceeded.
Switch the system back on, if needed.
Display on the control display
Overview
Park assistance button
Panorama View
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
▷
▷
▷
Front camera.
Top view cameras.
Rearview camera.
Additional information:
1
Toolbar, left
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Camera image
Side view
Turning on/off
Automatic camera perspective
Movable unobstructed camera perspective
Toolbar, right
Turning on automatically
The system is switched on automatically if se-
lector lever position R is engaged when the
engine is running.
Rearview camera
Selection window
The camera perspective suitable for the re-
spective driving situation is displayed.
Toolbar on the left
The left toolbar can be used for the direct se-
lection of various views via iDrive. Move the
Controller to the left, if needed.
Additional information:
Park Distance Control, turn on/off, refer to
page 244.
▷
▷
▷
"Parking": around the vehicle.
"3D view": available camera.
"Car wash".
Switching on/off manually
Press the park assistance button.
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Side view
Toolbar on the right
The side view can be selected for the right or
left vehicle side.
Assistance functions can be activated and
settings can be entered via the right toolbar
via iDrive. Move the Controller to the right, if
needed.
This view shows the vehicle's side surround-
ings, making it easier to position the vehicle at
the curb or with other obstacles on the side.
▷
▷
▷
"Autom. Parking".
"Back-up Assistant".
"Camera image":
The side view looks from rear to front and, in
case of danger, focuses automatically on pos-
sible obstacles.
▷
▷
▷
▷
"Brightness".
"Contrast".
Automatic camera perspective
The automatic camera perspective shows a
steering-dependent view in the respective driv-
ing direction.
"Parking aid lines".
"Obstacle mark.".
▷
"Settings": apply settings, for instance
This perspective adapts to the respective driv-
ing situation.
to use the activation points for Panorama
View.
As soon as obstacles are detected, the view
changes to a fixed display of the area in front
or at the rear behind the bumper or, if neces-
sary, changes to a side view.
Rearview camera
The rearview camera helps when reverse
parking and maneuvering. The area behind the
vehicle is shown on the control display.
When reverse gear is engaged, the automatic
camera perspective is, if necessary, exited and
the system uses a fixed perspective of the
rearview camera. If necessary, manually se-
lect the automatic camera perspective when
reverse gear is engaged. The automatic cam-
era perspective will be retained for the current
parking operation.
Selection window
The individual camera perspectives can be se-
lected in the selection window via iDrive.
Parking aid lines
General information
Movable unobstructed camera
perspective
With selection of the movable camera perspec-
tive, a circle appears on the control display.
Additional assistance functions can be shown
in the camera image on the control display.
More than one assistance function can be ac-
tive at the same time.
By turning the Controller or via touch function,
specified perspectives on the circle can be se-
lected.
The current perspective is marked with a cam-
era icon.
To leave the function, move the Controller
sideways and select another camera view.
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Pathway lines
Parking using lanes and turning circle lines
1. Position the vehicle so that the red turning
circle line leads to within the limits of the
parking space.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the point where
the green pathway line covers the corre-
sponding turning circle line.
Obstacle marking
Pathway lines help you to estimate the space
required when parking and maneuvering on
level roads.
The pathway lines are continuously adjusted
to the steering movements depending on the
steering-wheel angle.
Turning circle lines
Obstacles behind the vehicle are detected by
the Park Distance Control sensors.
Obstacle markings can be shown in the cam-
era image.
The colored steps of the obstacle markings
match the marks of the Park Distance Control.
Car wash view
Turning circle lines can only be superimposed
on the camera image together with pathway
lines.
Turning circle lines show the course of the
smallest possible turning radius on a level
road.
Only one turning circle line is displayed after
the steering wheel is turned past a certain an-
gle.
The car wash view assists when entering a car
wash by displaying the floor and the vehicle's
own track.
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Side protection
Principle
The side Park Distance Control is automati-
cally displayed when the automatic camera
perspective is turned on. The function shows
obstacles located next to the vehicle.
Display
Steptronic transmission: the maximum open-
ing angles of the doors are displayed in selec-
tor lever position P. As soon as the vehicle be-
gins moving, the opening angles are replaced
by parking aid lines.
Limits of the display
The vehicle's surroundings are distorted in the
display for technical reasons.
To protect the sides of the vehicle, obstacle
markings are displayed on the sides of the ve-
hicle.
Even if the icons for the door opening angles
do not cross other objects on the control dis-
play, the following needs to be noted when
parking next to other objects:
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▷
No marks: no obstacles were detected.
Color marks: warning against detected ob-
stacles.
Because of the perspective, higher, protruding
objects may be closer than they appear on the
control display.
Limits of the side protection
The system only displays stationary obstacles
that were previously detected by sensors while
passing them.
Setting brightness and contrast
Brightness and contrast can be adjusted with
Surround View or Panorama View switched on.
The system does not detect whether an obsta-
cle moves later on. For this reason, at stand-
still, the marks are not shown anymore in the
display after a certain time. The area next to
the vehicle must be newly captured.
1. Move the Controller to the right, if needed.
2.
"Camera image"
3. Select the desired setting.
Functional limitations
Door opening angle
The system can be used only to a limited ex-
tent in the following situations:
Principle
If obstacle marking is activated, the Surround
View indicates fixed obstacles that obstruct the
opening angles of the doors.
▷
▷
▷
In poor light.
In case of soiled cameras.
With a door open.
The system does not provide a warning of ap-
proaching road users.
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▷
▷
With the tailgate open.
Panorama View
With exterior mirrors folded in.
Areas with gray hatching with an icon in the
camera image identify areas that are currently
not shown such as an open door.
Principle
System limits
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
▷
Cameras, refer to page 35.
Non-visible areas
Because of the camera angle, the areas under
the vehicle cannot be viewed by the cameras.
Panorama View gives you an earlier view of
crossing traffic at blind driveway exits and in-
tersections.
Detection of objects
Very low obstacles as well as high, protruding
objects such as ledges may not be detected by
the system.
General information
Road users concealed by obstacles to the left
and right of the vehicle can only be detected
relatively late from the driver's seat. The cam-
eras in the front and rear capture the side
areas around the vehicle to improve the view.
Some assistance functions also take into con-
sideration data from the Park Distance Control.
Follow the notes in the Park Distance Control
chapter.
Yellow lines in the screen display mark the
front and rear end of the vehicle.
The objects displayed on the control display
may be closer than they appear. Do not esti-
mate the distance from the objects on the dis-
play.
The camera image shows different levels of
distortion in some areas and is thus not suita-
ble for distance estimations.
Depending on the equipment version, the
function can only be used when driving for-
ward.
Additional information:
Park Distance Control, refer to page 243.
Additional information:
Malfunction
A camera failure is displayed on the control
display.
Surround View, refer to page 258.
Safety information
A yellow icon appears and the mal-
functioning camera's detection range is
shown in black on the control display.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react
to all traffic situations. There is a risk of
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accident. Adjust driving style to traffic condi-
tions. Check surrounding traffic and vehicle's
surroundings closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
Cross traffic warning, refer to page 265.
With navigation system: activation
points
Principle
Overview
Positions where Panorama View should switch
on automatically can be stored as activation
points provided that a Global Positioning Sys-
tem signal is received.
Button in the vehicle
General information
Up to ten activation points can be stored.
Activation points can be used when driving for-
ward for the front camera.
Storing activation points
1. Drive to the position at which the system is
to be switched on, and stop.
Panorama View
2.
Press the button.
Sensors
3. Tilt the Controller to the right.
4. "Activation point"
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
The current position is displayed.
5. "Save activation point"
▷
▷
Front camera.
Depending on the equipment: rearview
camera.
Activation points are stored with one of the
following pieces of information if possible:
Additional information:
▷
▷
▷
With the city/town.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
With the city/town and the street.
With the GPS coordinates.
Display on the control display
Press the button when the engine is run-
ning.
Using activation points
The use of activation points can be switched
on and off.
Depending on the driving direction, the image
of the respective camera is displayed:
▷
▷
"Front": front camera image.
"Rear": rear camera image.
1.
2. Tilt the Controller to the right.
3. "Settings"
Press the button.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, cross
traffic warning can additionally warn of ap-
proaching vehicles using radar sensors.
4. "Panorama View, GPS-based"
5. "Panorama View is displayed automatically
when set activation points are reached."
Additional information:
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Displaying activation points
General information
1.
2. Tilt the Controller to the right.
3. "Manage points"
A list of all activation points is displayed.
Press the button.
Renaming or deleting activation points
1.
Press the button.
Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor
the area behind the vehicle.
2. Tilt the Controller to the right.
3.
"Manage points"
The system indicates approaching road users.
A list of all activation points is displayed.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
around the vehicle in front of the vehicle is
monitored as well. Two additional radar sen-
sors are located in the front bumpers.
4. Select an activation point as needed.
5. Select the desired setting.
Functional limitations
The Surround View functional limitations ap-
ply.
Safety information
Additional information:
Warning
Surround View, refer to page 258.
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
System limits
The limits of the Surround View system apply.
Additional information:
Surround View, refer to page 258.
Cross traffic warning
Principle
At blind driveway exits or when driving out of
perpendicular parking spaces, road users ap-
proaching from the side are detected sooner
by the cross traffic warning than is possible
from the driver's seat.
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5. "Cross traffic warning"
Overview
6. "Cross traffic warning"
Button in the vehicle
Turning on automatically
If the system was activated on the control dis-
play, it will automatically be turned on as soon
as the Park Distance Control or the Panorama
View is active and a gear is engaged.
If reverse gear is engaged, the rear system is
switched on.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the front
system is switched on when a forward gear is
engaged.
Park assistance button
Switching off automatically
The system is automatically switched off in the
following situations:
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
▷
▷
When the speed exceeds walking speed.
▷
▷
Radar sensors, side, rear.
When a certain distance travelled is ex-
ceeded.
Depending on the equipment: radar sen-
sors, side, front.
▷
With an active parking operation of the Au-
tomatic Parking Assistant.
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
Warning
Turning on/off
General information
The control display shows the corresponding
view, an acoustic signal may sound as neces-
sary, and the warning light in the exterior mir-
ror flashes.
Activating/deactivating the system
With the button
1.
2. Tilt the Controller to the right.
3. "Settings"
Press the park assistance button.
4. "Cross traffic warning"
5. "Cross traffic warning"
Via iDrive
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "Driver Assistance"
4. "Parking and Maneuvering"
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Yellow lines, arrow 2, mark the bumper of your
own vehicle.
Warning light in exterior mirror
Acoustic warning
In addition to the optical indicator, a warning
signal sounds if your own vehicle moves into
the respective direction.
System limits
The warning light in the exterior mirror flashes
if the rear sensors detect other vehicles when
the vehicle is reversing.
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
▷
Radar sensors, refer to page 36.
Display in the Park Distance Control
view
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
▷
▷
In tight curves.
Crossing objects are moving at a very slow
or a very fast speed.
▷
Other objects that hide cross traffic are in
the capture range of the sensors.
Remote 3D View
In the Park Distance Control view, the respec-
tive boundary area flashes red if vehicles are
detected by the sensors.
Principle
If the vehicle is equipped accordingly, the My
BMW App and images from the Surround View
cameras enable you to display the vehicle’s
surroundings on a mobile device.
Display in the camera view
The function displays a snapshot of the situa-
tion.
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
▷
▷
▷
Front camera.
Top view cameras.
Rearview camera.
The respective boundary area, arrow 1, in the
camera view flashes red, if vehicles are de-
tected by the sensors.
Additional information:
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Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
Functional requirements
▷
Cameras, refer to page 35.
▷
Data transfer must be activated.
Data protection, refer to page 68.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully operational or
may not be available in the following situa-
tions:
▷
▷
The My BMW App must be installed on the
mobile end device.
ConnectedDrive countries: a driver profile
with an existing ConnectedDrive account
must be activated.
▷
With a door or the tailgate open. Dark fields
in the display indicate areas that are not
recorded by the system.
Driver profiles, refer to page 69.
▷
▷
With manually folded-in exterior mirrors.
Switching the function on/off
When other camera functions are being
performed in the vehicle.
Switching on/off with other functions
1. "CAR"
▷
▷
▷
The vehicle moves faster than walking
speed.
2. "Settings"
It may not be possible to use the function in
every country.
3. "General settings"
4. "Data privacy"
For reasons of data protection, the function
can only be used three times within two
hours.
5. Select the desired setting.
Switching on/off individually
Pre-adjustment
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "General settings"
4. "Data privacy"
5. "Select services individually"
6. "My BMW App and portal"
7. "Remote 3D View"
Turning on/off
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "General settings"
4. "Data privacy"
5. "Individual selection"
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