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Brake to Shift from 'P' appears in the
multifunction display:
X
Depress the brake pedal with somewhat
greater force and select the desired
transmission position.
i
Read and observe messages that may
appear in the multifunction display
(Y page 20)
For more information on driving off, refer to
the Operator’s Manual.
Driving
Driving tips
R
Think ahead and keep sufficient distance.
R
Avoid frequent and rapid acceleration as
well as abrupt braking.
R
In semi-electric operation, when driving off
and when accelerating, the electric drive
supports the combustion engine.
R
The electric drive functions as a generator
when coasting the vehicle with the
automatic transmission in drive position D
and during braking.
i
For more information on the ECO Start/
Stop function, see (Y page 17). For
additional general driving instructions,
refer to the Operator’s Manual.
Driving with activated DISTRONIC
PLUS
When the DISTRONIC PLUS recognizes that
the preceding vehicle stops, it will brake your
vehicle to a complete stop. The combustion
engine is turned off automatically only after
both vehicles have come to a complete stop.
The green READY indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster continues to be
illuminated.
i
For more information on the ECO Start/
Stop function, see (Y page 17). For
additional information on the DISTRONIC
PLUS, refer to the Operator’s Manual.
Parking
G
Warning!
When your vehicle is in electric drive mode the
engine produces significantly lower noise
levels. Other motorists or pedestriants,
especially those who are visually or hearing
impaired, may be unable to hear your vehicle
while it is in motion. This is particularly true
when driving at lower speeds and during
parking maneuvers. At all times, it is the
responsibility of the driver to be aware of their
surroundings, especially in these low speed
situtations. Otherwise other road users could
be seriously or fatally injured.
G
Warning!
When the green READY indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster is on while the combustion
engine is off, the combustion engine has been
turned off automatically. All vehicle systems
continue to be active. When you open the
driver’s door, unbuckle the seat belt, or take
your foot off of the brake pedal, the
combustion engine starts automatically. The
vehicle could start to drive off. An accident
causing serious or even fatal personal injury
to you and/or others could be the result.
Therefore, always do the following before
leaving the vehicle:
R
Engage the electronic parking brake.
R
Shift the automatic transmission into park
position P.
R
Switch off the ignition. The green or yellow
READY indicator lamp goes out.
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