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Stability Control (ESC)

Assist systems

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General information

ESC improves vehicle stability in critical driving situations (e.g. if the vehicle

starts to skid) by braking the individual wheels to maintain the driving direc-

tion.

 Introduction

WARNING

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If there is a TCS intervention, the indicator light  flashes in the instrument

The assistance systems serve merely to support the driver and do not re-

cluster.

lieve the driver of responsibility for the operation of the vehicle.

The increased safety as well as the increased occupant protection of-

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fered by the assistance systems must not tempt you to take safety risks -

there is a risk of an accident!

Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

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and traffic conditions.

The assistance systems have physical and system-related limitations. For

ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to

maintain control of the vehicle.

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this reason, the driver may experience some undesired or delayed system

responses in certain situations. You should therefore always be alert and

ready to intervene!

An ABS intervention can be noticed through pulsating movements of the

brake pedal and distinct noises.

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Only activate, deactivate and set the assistance systems to keep you fully

When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pres-

sure on the brake pedal.

in control of the vehicle in every traffic situation - otherwise there is a risk

of an accident!

Engine drag torque control (MSR)

Braking and stabilisation systems

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 Introduction

MSR counteracts the tendency of the drive wheels to lock during downshifts

or sudden deceleration (e.g. on icy or an otherwise slippery road surface).

The brake and stabilisation systems are automatically activated each time the

ignition is switched on, unless otherwise indicated.

If the drive wheels should lock, then the engine speed is automatically in-

creased. This reduces the braking effect of the engine and the wheels can ro-

tate freely again.

The error display is in Chapter » page 25, Warning lights.

WARNING

Traction control (TCS)

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed » page 96, in section Introduction.

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TCS prevents the spinning of the wheels on the drive axle. TCS reduces the

drive power transmitted to the wheels that are spinning. Thus, for example,

driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.

If there is a TCS intervention, the warning light  flashes in the instrument

cluster.

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Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)

Parking aid (ParkPilot)

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 Introduction

EDL prevents the turning of the respective wheel of the driven axle. EDL

brakes a spinning wheel if required and transfers the drive power force to the

other drive wheel. Driving becomes easier on road surfaces with different

traction under each wheel of the driven axle.

The parking aid (hereinafter referred to simply as the system) uses acoustic

signals and an indication in the Swing radio display to draw your attention to

obstacles in the vicinity of the vehicle when manoeuvring.

WARNING

The EDL switches off automatically in order to avoid excessive heat generation

on the brake of the wheel being braked. Once the brakes have cooled down,

there is an automatic re-activation of EDL.

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The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed » page 96, in section Introduction.

Moving persons or objects may not be recognized by the system sensors.

Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of

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Brake Assist (HBA)

clothing cannot reflect the system signals. There is a danger that such ob-

jects or people may not be recognised by the system sensors.

External noise sources may affect the signals of the system sensors.

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HBA increases the braking effect and helps to shorten the braking distance.

There is a danger that obstacles may not be recognised by the system sen-

sors.

The HBA is activated by very quick operation of the brake pedal. In order to

achieve the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be ap-

plied firmly until the vehicle has come to a standstill.

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Before manoeuvring, ensure that there are no small obstacles - such as

rocks, narrow posts or similar - behind your vehicle. Such obstacles may

not be recognised by the system sensors.

The HBA function is automatically switched off when the brake pedal is re-

leased.

CAUTION

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Keep the system sensors » Fig. 128 on page 98 clean and free from snow

Hill Start Assist

and ice, and do not cover them with any objects of any kind, otherwise the

functioning of the system may be restricted.

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In adverse weather conditions (heavy rain, water vapour, very low or high

When driving on slopes, Hill Start Assist (hereinafter referred to simply as the

system) allows you to move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator

pedal without the vehicle rolling downhill on its own.

temperatures, etc.), the functioning of the system may be impaired - “incorrect

recognition of obstacles”.

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Accessories additionally installed on the vehicle rear, such as bicycle carriers,

The vehicle is braked by the system for about 2 seconds after releasing the

brake pedal.

can impair the system function.

The system is active as of a 5% slope, if the driver door is closed. The system is

only ever active on slopes when starting off in forward or reverse.

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Assist systems

Function

Display in the swing radio display

Fig. 129

Function keys and dis-

play

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Function keys and display » Fig. 129

Fig. 128 Fitting the sensors / Range of the sensors

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Switching audible parking signals on/off.

Switching off park assistant display.

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The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the

bumper and an obstacle. The ultrasonic sensors are integrated in the rear

bumper » Fig. 128.



There is an obstacle in the collision area (the distance to the obstacle

is less than 30 cm).  Stop moving in the direction of the obstacle!



An obstacle is located outside of the collision range (the distance to

the obstacle is greater than 30 cm).

Approximate range of sensors » Fig. 128

A

B

150 cm

60 cm

Cruise Control System

Audible signals

The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is

reduced. At a distance of approx. 30 cm a continuous tone starts to sound -

danger area.

 Introduction

The Cruise Control System (CCS) maintains a set speed without you having to

actuate the accelerator pedal. The state where the CCS maintains the speed is

referred to hereinafter as the control.

Activation/deactivation

The system is activated by engaging reverse gear. When activated an audible

signal is heard.

WARNING

The system is deactivated by disengaging reverse gear.

The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed » page 96, in section Introduction.

Fault display

If a warning signal sounds for 3 seconds after activating the system and there

is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. Seek help from a

specialist garage.

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Take control again^a)/ Increase speed

Launch control / reduce speed

B

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

Operation

C

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a)

If no speed is set the current speed is adopted.

Basic requirements for start of control

Once the controls are activated, the CCS maintains the vehicle at the set

speed; the indicator light  lights up in the instrument cluster.



The CCS is activated.



On vehicles with a manual transmission, the second gear or higher is en-

After the interruption in control, the stored speed can be resumed by pressing

gaged.

B

the

button.



On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the selector lever is in the D

position or in the Tiptronic position.

The current speed is higher than 20 km/h.

Controls are automatically interrupted if any of the following occur.

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By pressing the brake or clutch pedal.

When one of the brake assist systems (e.g. ESC) intervenes.

Through an airbag deployment.

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This, however, is only possible to the extent permitted by the engine output

and braking power of the vehicle.

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WARNING

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Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the sys-

If the engine output or engine braking effect is insufficient to maintain the

set speed, the driver must assume control of the accelerator and brake

pedals!

tem being switched on unintentionally.

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Control does not resume if the set speed is too high for the existing traf-

fic conditions.

Note

Operation description

During control, speed can be increased by pressing the accelerator pedal. Re-

leasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set

speed.

Fig. 130

Cruise control system controls

City Safe Drive

 Introduction

City Safe Drive (hereinafter referred to as: the system) monitors the traffic sit-

uation ahead of the vehicle. If the system detects a risk of collision with an ob-

stacle ahead of the vehicle, then automatic braking is applied. The risk of a col-

lision is thus reduced and the consequences of an impact are minimized.

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Overview of the control elements of the CCS » Fig. 130

WARNING

A



Activate ACC (control deactivated)

Interrupt control (sprung position)

Deactivate CCS (delete set speed)

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The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

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observed » page 96, in section Introduction.

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The system does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.

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Assist systems

If the system is not available or there is a system malfunction, the message and

the warning light appears on the display of the instrument cluster  flashes in

a slow sequence.

CAUTION

The system can slow down the vehicle to a standstill. If the vehicle continues

to roll forward after stopping, then it should be stopped with the footbrake.

WARNING

Operation

Do not cover the windscreen in the area of the laser sensor. This can lead

to impaired function of the sensor - risk of accidents!

WARNING

The laser beam from the laser sensor can cause serious eye injuries. The la-

ser beam is not visible to the human eye.

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Never use optical devices, e.g. a range-finder camera or magnifying glass

to look into the laser sensor.

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The laser beam can also be active when the system is disabled or is not

available.

Fig. 131 Laser sensor/detection range

CAUTION

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Remove any snow from the windscreen in the area of the laser sensor using a

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hand brush and any ice with a solvent-free de-icing spray.

If the laser sensor range on the windscreen has scratches, cracks, etc., re-

place the windscreen.

By means of a laser sensor » Fig. 131 -  the system registers traffic situations

ahead of the vehicle up to a distance of about 10 metres » Fig. 131 - .

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The system interventions take place when a risk of collision is detected as fol-

lows.

Note

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If an automatic brake intervention is triggered by the system, the pressure in

the brake system increases and the brake pedal cannot be operated with the

normal pedal stroke.

Automatic braking interventions by the emergency brake function can be

terminated by pressing the clutch or the accelerator or by moving the steering

wheel.

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The brake system is prepared for an emergency stop.

If the driver fails to respond to a detected danger, an automatic braking ac-

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tion is performed.

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The system can intervene if the following basic conditions apply.

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The engine is running.

The system is activated.

The vehicle speed is about 5-30 km/h.

The field of view of the laser sensor is not impaired.

The system can, for example, be affected in the following situations or not

be available.

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When visibility is poor, (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).

Driving around “sharp” bends.

When fully pressing down the accelerator pedal.

When the laser sensor is dirty or obscured.

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When the vehicles are very dirty and have a low level of reflection.

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If the tyre inflation pressure changes, the warning light  lights up in the in-

strument cluster and an audible signal is heard» page 29,  Tyre pressure.

Disable / Enable

The system can only function properly if the tyres have the prescribed inflation

pressure and these pressure values are stored in the system.

Fig. 132

Button for the City Safe Drive

system

WARNING

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The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be

observed » page 96, in section Introduction.

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Having the correct tyre inflation pressure is always the driver's responsi-

bility. Tyre pressure should be checked regularly » page 120.

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The system cannot warn in case of very rapid tyre inflation pressure loss,

e.g. in case of sudden tyre damage.

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The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.

Storing the tyre pressure values.

to deactivatehold the button» Fig. 132 until a beep sounds.

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Fig. 133

The appropriate message and the indicator light appears   flashes several

times in aquicker sequence (the   lights up at a speed of 5-30 km / h).

Key for storing the pressure val-

ues

To activate hold the button» Fig. 132until a beep sounds.

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The appropriate message and the warning light appears   in the display of

the instrument cluster.

WARNING

For safety reasons, deactivate the system in the following situations.

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When the vehicle is being towed away.

When the vehicle is driven though an automatic car wash.

If the laser sensor is damaged or faulty.

When the vehicle is on a rolling test bench.

When the windscreen is damaged in the region of the laser sensor.

For example, if the charge extends to the roof rack over the front edge of

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Procedure for storing the tyre pressure values

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Inflate all the tyres to the specified pressure.

Switch on the ignition.

Press down  » Fig. 133 on the button and hold.

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the roof.

The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster.

An acoustic signal sounds and the warning light extinguishes, indicating that

the tyre pressure values have been stored.

Tyre pressure monitoring

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Release  .

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 Introduction

The tyre pressure monitoring function (hereinafter referred to as: the system)

monitors the tyre pressure while driving.

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Always save the tyre pressure values in the system if one of the following

events occurs.

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Change of tyre inflation pressure.

Change one or more wheels.

Change in position of a wheel on the vehicle.

Illumination of the warning light  in the instrument cluster.

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WARNING

Before storing the pressures, the tyres must be inflated to the specified in-

flation pressure » page 120. If the wrong pressure valuesare stored, the

system may not issue any warnings, even if the tyre pressure is too low.

CAUTION

Save the tyre pressure values every 10,000 km or 1x annually to ensure correct

system functioning.

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