If higher engine power is required to move off, the electronic parking brake will be deactivated
only when you release the button.
Automatic switch-on of the electronic parking brake if the driver does
not leave the vehicle correctly
The electronic parking brake may switch on automatically if the system detects that you have not
left the vehicle correctly.
Emergency braking function
The emergency braking function should be used only in those situations where the vehicle
cannot be stopped using the foot brake →
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—Pull the button. The vehicle brakes strongly. An acoustic warning sounds at the same time.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the electronic parking brake can cause accidents and serious injuries.
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Never use the electronic parking brake to brake the vehicle, except in emergencies. The
braking distance is considerably longer as only the rear wheels are braked in some cases.
Always use the foot brake.
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Never activate the accelerator from the engine compartment if a position or gear has been
selected and the engine is running. The vehicle could start moving even if the electronic
parking brake is switched on.
WARNING
If not parked properly, the vehicle may roll away. This can cause accidents, serious injuries and
damage to property.
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Always park the vehicle in the specified order (→ Parking, Action).
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the electronic parking brake is switched on and
that the indicator lamp lights up red on the instrument cluster display when the ignition
is switched off.
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