Driving stability control systems
CONTROLS
Driving stability control systems
Vehicle features and options Brake assistant
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.
The brake assistant automatically applies
maximum braking assistance when the brake
pedal is depressed quickly. This reduces the
braking distance to a minimum for full braking.
To make full use of braking assistance, do not
reduce the pressure on the brake pedal during
full braking.
Drive-off assistant
Antilock Braking System
Principle
The drive-off assistant supports driving off on
uphill grades.
Principle
The Antilock Braking System prevents locking
of the wheels during the braking process.
Driving off
1. Hold the vehicle by depressing the brake
pedal.
You remain able to steer your vehicle even dur-
ing full braking, which increases active driving
safety.
2. Release the brake pedal and drive off
quickly.
General information
The Antilock Braking System is ready after
each engine start.
After the brake pedal is released, the vehicle is
held in place for approx. 2 seconds.
Depending on the vehicle loading, the vehicle
may roll back slightly.
Malfunction
In order to prevent rolling back when driving
off, use the parking brake.
The warning light on the instrument
cluster illuminates.
A Check Control message is displayed.
1.
Pull and release switch before driving
off.
The parking brake is set.
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The Antilock Braking System is not availa-
ble.
2. Step on the accelerator pedal sufficiently to
drive off.
Steerability is limited during full braking.
Have the vehicle checked immediately by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
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