Electronic steering column lock in vehicles with a starter button
The steering column is locked electronically on vehicles with starter button:
—Stop the vehicle and engage the parking lockP as required.
—Switch off the ignition and then open the driver door. The steering column is locked.
If you do not want the steering column to be locked, first open the driver door and then switch off the ignition. The
steering column will remain unlocked as long as the vehicle is not locked.
Counter steering assistance
Counter steering assistance provides the driver with power steering in critical driving situations. Additional steering
power helps the driver when counter steering →
.
WARNING
If the power steering is not working, the steering wheel is difficult to turn, which makes it difficult to steer the
vehicle.
● Depending on the vehicle's equipment level, the power steering only functions when the engine is running.
● Never allow the vehicle to roll if the engine is switched off.
● Never remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock when the vehicle is in motion. The steering column lock may
be activated and it will no longer be possible to steer the vehicle.
WARNING
In conjunction with the ESC, counter steering assistance provides the driver with assistance when steering in critical
driving situations. The driver must steer the vehicle at all times. Counter steering assistance does not steer the
vehicle.
NOTICE
When the vehicle is towed, the ignition must be switched on to prevent the steering wheel from locking, and so that
the turn signals, horn, wipers and window washer system can be used.
Troubleshooting
Steering fault
The warning lamp lights up or flashes red.
The electromechanical steering or the electronic steering column lock is faulty.
—
Do not drive on! Seek expert assistance.
—If the warning lamp lights up red, the steering may be stiff because the electromechanical steering has failed.
—If the warning lamp flashes red, it is not possible to unlock the steering column.
Steering fault
The warning lamp lights up or flashes yellow.
The steering is less or more responsive that usual.
The warning lamp lights up continuously:
—Re-start the engine and drive a short distance slowly.
—If the indicator lamp continues to light up, seek expert assistance.
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