Always be ready to apply the brake. Accidents and injuries could occur if this is not the case.
● The Hill Descent Control system is only a support function and may not be able to brake the vehicle sufficiently in
all situations when driving downhill.
● The vehicle may accelerate despite the Hill Descent Control system.
The Hill Descent Assist system also works if you reverse down a
slope.
Information on steering
The steering should be locked every time you leave the vehicle to make it more difficult for the vehicle to be stolen.
The steering
The power steering provided by the electromechanical steering system automatically adjusts to the vehicle speed,
steering wheel torque and steering wheel angle. The electromechanical steering only functions when the engine is
running. If the start/stop system is activated and the engine is switched off, the steering also works.
You will need considerably more strength than normal to steer the vehicle if the power steering is reduced or has
failed completely.
Mechanical steering column lock
1. Stop the vehicle and move the selector lever to positionP if necessary.
2. Remove the vehicle key.
3. Turn the steering wheel slightly until the steering lock clicks into place.
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 while the engine is switched off.
● Never remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock if 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.
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