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Release the brake pedal.
X
Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.
The hill-start assist system is inactive
R
when starting off on a level road or downhill
grades
R
with the automatic transmission in neutral
position N
R
with the parking brake engaged
R
if the ESC has switched off due to a
malfunction
All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
In vehicles with all-wheel drive (4MATIC),
both axles are powered at all times when the
vehicle is being operated. The 4MATIC
improves traction in conjunction with the ESC
(Y page 65) and the Electronic Traction
System (ETS/4-ETS) (Y page 65).
G
Warning!
If a drive wheel is spinning due to insufficient
traction:
R
While driving off, apply as little throttle as
possible.
R
While driving, ease up on the accelerator
pedal.
R
Adapt your speed and driving style to the
prevailing road conditions.
Failure to observe these guidelines could
cause the vehicle to skid.
The 4MATIC cannot prevent accidents
resulting from excessive speed.
!
Do not tow with one axle raised. Doing so
could damage the transfer case, which is
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the
ground. Observe instructions for towing the
vehicle with all wheels on the ground.
!
Only conduct operational or performance
tests on a two-axle dynamometer. If such
tests are necessary, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. You could
otherwise seriously damage the brake
system and/or the transfer case which is
not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
i
In winter operation, the maximum
effectiveness of the 4MATIC is only
achieved with winter tires (Y page 252) or
snow chains as required.
HOLD function
The HOLD function can assist you
R
when driving off, especially on steep slopes
R
when maneuvering on steep slopes
R
when waiting in traffic
The vehicle is kept stationary without the
driver having to depress the brake pedal.
Upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the
braking effect is canceled and the HOLD
function is deactivated.
Activation conditions
You can activate the HOLD function when
R
the vehicle is stationary
R
the engine is running
R
your seat belt is fastened or the driver’s
door is closed
R
the parking brake is released
R
the hood is closed
R
the automatic transmission is in neutral
position N, drive position D, or reverse gear
R
R
the DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated
(Y page 156)
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