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Driving systems
Introduction
This section describes the following driving
systems of your vehicle:
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Cruise control and Distronic
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Distance warning function is only available
with Distronic
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AIRMATIC DC
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All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
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Parktronic system (sedan)
The ABS, Adaptive Brake, BAS, EBP and
ESP
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driving safety systems are described in
the “Safety and security” section
(Y page 70).
Cruise control
The cruise control automatically maintains
the speed you set for your vehicle.
The use of the cruise control is recommended
for driving at a constant speed for extended
periods of time.
The currently set speed or last set speed
(“Resume” function) appears in the
multifunction display for approximately
5 seconds. The corresponding cruise control
speed segments from the selected speed to
the vehicle maximum speed in the
multifunction display are illuminated.
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Warning!
The cruise control is a convenience system
designed to assist the driver during vehicle
operation. The driver is and must always
remain responsible for the vehicle’s speed
and for safe brake operation.
Only use the cruise control if the road,
traffic, and weather conditions make it
advisable to travel at a constant speed.
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The use of the cruise control can be
dangerous on winding roads or in heavy
traffic because conditions do not allow
safe driving at a constant speed.
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The use of the cruise control can be
dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid
changes in tire traction can result in
wheel spin and loss of control.
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Deactivate the cruise control when
driving in fog.
The “Resume” function should only be
operated if the driver is fully aware of the
previously set speed and wishes to resume
this particular preset speed.
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Warning!
The cruise control brakes automatically so
that the set speed is not exceeded.
Controls in detail