Braking and parking
stability programme (ESC) can also be
switched off.
●
The ESC can be activated or deactivated in
the infotainment system using the function
button
> Driver assistance > ESC menu
›››
page 88. In vehicles with a driver informa-
tion system* the corresponding indication
will be displayed.
When the ESC is disconnected the control
warning lamp
lights up on the instrument
panel.
ESC in “Offroad” mode
Turn the Driving Experience button to select
the Offroad mode and connect it
›››
page 212. The interventions of the ASR, as
well as of the EDS and the ABS system adapt
to irregular terrain.
In the following exceptional situations it may
make sense to activate the Offroad mode to
allow the wheels to spin:
●
When “swinging” the vehicle to get it un-
stuck.
●
Driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces.
●
When driving on rough terrain with much
of the car's weight is lifted off the wheels
(axle articulation).
●
Steep descents with braking on unpaved
terrain.
For your safety we recommend that you turn
off the Offroad mode when it is not abso-
lutely necessary.
To disconnect the “Offroad” mode, select a
different driving mode.
ESC in “Snow” mode
Turn the Driving Experience button to select
the “Snow” mode and connect it
›››
page 212. Traction control system (ASR)
interventions adjust to the adhesion of
snowy roads.
To disconnect the “Snow” mode, select a
different driving mode.
WARNING
The ESC Sport mode should be activated
only when traffic conditions and the ability
of the driver allow it. Danger of skidding!
●
With ESC in Sport mode, the stabilising
function will be limited to allow for a sporti-
er drive. The driving wheels could spin and
the vehicle could skid.
●
If the ESC is deactivated, the vehicle sta-
bilisation function is not available.
WARNING
You should only activate the Offroad Mode
or disable the ASR if the experience of the
driver and traffic conditions allow it. Dan-
ger of skidding!
●
With the Offroad mode activated, the
stabilisation function is limited. In particu-
lar, if the road is too smooth and slippery,
the driving wheels could spin and the vehi-
cle could skid.
Note
●
If the ESC Sport mode is selected, cruise
control* will be switched off.
●
In
ESC OFF
mode, the ESC will be tempo-
rarily reactivated to assist the driver during
braking and will then switch back to passive
mode when the brake pedal is released (de-
pending on the model version).
Parking
To park the vehicle
When parking your vehicle, all legal require-
ments should be observed.
Always note the following points when park-
ing the vehicle:
●
Park the vehicle on a suitable surface
›››
.
●
Connect the electronic parking brake
›››
page 246.
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Set the selector lever to the P position.
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