General information on assist systems
– Only use the assist systems in situations
where it is safe to do so. Always adjust your
driving style to suit the visibility, weather,
road and traffic conditions.
– The corrective steering/braking input from
the assist systems may not be sufficient in
some cases, or there may be no input from
the systems at all. Be prepared to assume
control at all times.
– Loose objects can be flung around in the
passenger compartment in the event of sud-
den driving or braking manoeuvres – risk of
accident! Stow objects away safely while the
vehicle is moving.
Further information on the system limits of
the assist systems
– The technology which enables the systems to
detect the vehicle’s surroundings is subject to
certain limitations; as a result, the systems
may not warn the driver or intervene in time/at
the appropriate time. In addition, it is possible
that the assist systems may misinterpret driv-
ing manoeuvres and give a warning or intervene
unexpectedly.
– The assist systems are only able to react as
intended when the sensors and cameras
function without restrictions. Please observe
the notes on the sensors and cameras
ðpage 132.
Further information on assist systems
– Poor road conditions caused by inclement
weather and non-standard road conditions,
such off-road terrain, unpaved or gravelly
roads, or roads with heavy cambers or deep
ruts, may prevent the system from functioning
as expected.
– Always adhere to the locally applicable laws
and regulations, particularly with regard to the
driver’s responsibilities, as well as the permit-
ted driving speeds, parking positions, position
of the wheels, distance between vehicles, form-
ing a lane for emergency vehicles, etc. As the
driver you are always responsible for adhering
to the locally applicable laws and regulations.
– You can cancel the steering/braking input from
the system by firmly applying the brakes your-
self, pressing the accelerator firmly, turning
the steering wheel or deactivating the assis-
tance system in question.
– The systems may not function as expected in
unpredictable traffic situations such as in turn-
ing lanes, at blind exits, in roadwork areas, in
case of restricted vision at steep hill crests or
valleys, at intersections, at roundabouts, at toll
gates, in city traffic or when changing from
driving on the right to driving on the left.
– The ability of the systems to detect the vehi-
cle’s surroundings can be affected, for example,
by vehicles travelling in front, rain, snow, heavy
road spray or adverse light.
– Always check the current settings of the assist
systems before setting off. The settings might
have been changed by switching the vehicle off
or altered by someone else.
– In towing mode, some assist systems may be
restricted or unavailable, or may not react as
usual. Please refer to the notes on towing a
trailer ðpage 118.
System limits of the assist systems
Please note the system limits of the supporting
systems, sensors and cameras ð
.
– The function that detects the driver’s hands on
the steering wheel may be limited if you are
wearing gloves. The steering assist systems
may prompt you to take over the steering more
frequently as a result.
WARNING
– The assist systems cannot overcome the
laws of physics; in some situations it may
not be possible to prevent a collision.
– Equipment or accessories fitted on the steering
wheel may restrict the function of the steering
assist systems. In addition, the frequency with
which the steering assist systems prompt you
to take over the steering may differ.
– It is possible that the warnings, notifications
or warning lamps may not be displayed or
activated in time/at the appropriate time,
e.g. if a vehicle is approaching very quickly.
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