If you do not want the steering column to
be locked, first open the driver door and
then switch o the ignition. T
he steering
column will remain unlocked as long as the
vehicle is not locked.
Counter steering assistance
Counter steering assistance provides the
driver with power steering in critical driving
situations. In combination with the ESC, ad-
ditional steering power helps the driver
when counter steering →
.
WARNING
Depending on the vehicle’s equipment
level, the power steering only func
tions
when the engine is running. If the power
steering is not working, the ability to steer
is greatly reduced due to the sti steering
wheel. This can lead to a loss of vehicle
control, accidents, serious injuries and
death.
·
Never allow the vehicle to roll if the en-
gine is switched o.
WARNING
It is no longer possible to steer the vehicle
if the steering lock enga
ges. This can lead
to a loss of vehicle control, accidents, se-
rious injuries and death.
·
Never remove the vehicle key from the
ignition if the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
The counter steering assistance is not
a sub
stitute for the full concentration of
the driver and functions only within the
limits of the system. In spite of counter
steering assistance, uncontrolled vehicle
movements can occur in critical driving
situations. If you do not pay due attention,
there is a risk of accidents and serious in-
juries or even death.
·
Always pay due attention and do not
rely exclusively on the system. The driv-
er is always responsible for all driving
tasks.
·
Please note that the vehicle is not
steered by the counter steering assis-
tance function.
·
Ensure that your speed and driving style
are always appropriate for the current
visibility, weather and roa
d/trac con-
ditions.
NOTICE
Some vehicle functions are not available if
the ignition is switched o when the vehicle
is towed, e.g. direc
tion indicators, horn, wip-
ers and window washer system.
·
Always switch on the ignition when the
vehicle is being towed.
Troubleshooting
Steering fault
The warning lamp lights up or flashes red.
There is a fault in the electromechanical
steering or electronic steering lock.
If the warning lamp lights up red, the steer-
ing may be sti because the electrome-
chanical steering has failed or it may not be
possible to guarantee safe operation of the
electromechanical steering.
If the warning lamp flashes red, the steer-
ing column cannot be unlocked.
Do not drive on!
1. Seek expert assistance.
Steering fault
The indicator lamp lights up or flashes yel-
low.
The steering is harder or more sensitive
than usual.
The indicator lamp lights up continuously:
1. Re-start the engine and drive a short
distance slowly.
2. If the indicator lamp continues to light
up, go to a suitably qualified workshop.
The indicator lamp flashes:
1. Move the steering wheel slightly back
and forth.
2. Switch the ignition o and then back on
again.
3. Observe the messages on the instru-
ment cluster display.
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