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It is not possible on vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox to switch on
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the cruise control system if the selector lever is in the position P, N or R.
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The system cannot be activated on vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device
when towing a trailer.
The cruise control system may automatically switch off when some brake as-
sist systems (e.g. ESC) intervene, when the speed exceeds maximum permissi-
ble engine speed, or a similar event takes place.
Cruise control system
Storing a speed
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Fig. 114
Stalk: Use cruise control
Storing a speed
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Changing a stored speed
Switching off temporarily
Switching off completely
The cruise control system (CCS) maintains a constant speed above 25 km/h,
once it has been set, without you having to depress the accelerator pedal.
This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output
and braking power of the engine.
Read and observe and on page 117 first.
The warning light in the instrument cluster lights up when the cruise con-
trol system is switched on.
Storing a speed
Press switch A » Fig. 114 to the ON position.
After the desired speed has been reached, press the rocker button B into
the SET position.
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WARNING
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For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
After you have released the rocker button B out of the position SET, the
speed you have just stored is maintained at a constant speed without having
to depress the accelerator.
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads,
loose gravel) – there is a risk of an accident.
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The saved speed may only be resumed if it is not too high for the current
traffic conditions.
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Changing a stored speed
Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent the sys-
tem being enabled unintentionally.
Read and observe and on page 117 first.
CAUTION
Increasing the speed with the accelerator
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The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when
Depress the accelerator to increase the speed.
Release the accelerator to reduce the speed back down to the preset speed.
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driving in areas with steeper gradients. The weight of the vehicle increases the
speed at which it travels. Therefore, shift to a lower gear in good time or slow
the vehicle down by applying the foot brake.
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However, if the saved speed is exceeded by more than 10 km/h for a period of
more than 5 minutes by depressing the accelerator, the stored speed is de-
leted from the memory. The speed must then be saved again.
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It is not possible to switch on the cruise control system on vehicles fitted
with a manual gearbox if first gear or reverse gear is engaged.
Increasing the speed with the rocker button B
Press rocker button B » Fig. 114 on page 117 to the RES position.
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