In the digital instrument cluster display: adjusting the vehicle
and trailer angle.
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6
Target trailer position.
Current position of the trailer.
1. Check that the prerequisites for Trailer Assist are met (→ Trailer manoeuvring system).
2. Release the steering wheel →
.
3. Tilt the rotary knob in the driver door until the desired direction is reached.
A representation of the vehicle and trailer in the target position → Fig. 2 5 and current position → Fig. 2 6 is shown on the
digital instrument cluster display for orientation purposes
4. Slowly accelerate and reverse. Keep an eye on the area around the vehicle.
5. Using the rotary knob → Fig. 1 1 , correct the angle to the left 2 or right 3 if necessary.
to drive in the direction of the trailer, press the rotary knob downward 4 .
The symbol indicates that the vehicle is being steered straight and in the direction of the trailer.
6. Manoeuvre the vehicle until the required position is reached.
The manoeuvring operation has been completed when a corresponding message is displayed on the digital instrument cluster.
An acoustic signal may also sound.
WARNING
The steering wheel is turned quickly during manoeuvring. Reaching into the steering wheel can cause serious injuries.
● Take over steering only when the system requests you to do so.
● Take over steering in a hazardous situation.
The exterior mirrors cannot be adjusted while Trailer Assist is active.
The vehicle cannot be driven at speeds above around 6 km/h (around 4 mph) while Trailer Assist is active.
Rear Traffic Alert monitors crossing traffic at the rear when reversing out of a parking space or manoeuvring.
Function
Monitored area around the vehicle leaving the parking space
(illustration).
Radar sensors behind the rear bumper cover monitor the rear and side areas of the vehicle.