Mercedes-Benz C-Class Operator's Manual page 178

Driving systems
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When the HOLD function is activated, the
transmission is shifted automatically to posi-
tion P if:
the driver's seat belt is not fastened and the
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driver's door is open.
the engine is switched off, unless it is auto-
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matically switched off by the ECO start/
stop function.
The electric parking brake secures the vehicle
automatically if the HOLD function is activa-
ted when the vehicle is stationary and:
a system malfunction occurs.
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the power supply is not sufficient.
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If a malfunction occurs, then the transmission
may be shifted into position P automatically.
RACE START
General notes
RACE START enables optimal acceleration
from a standing start. The precondition for
this is a suitable high-grip road surface.
RACE START is only available in
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Mercedes AMG vehicles.
Important safety notes
Observe the safety notes for the SPORT han-
dling mode ( page 80).
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RACE START is intended solely for activation
on dedicated race circuits.
Information in the Digital Operator's
Manual
In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find
information on the following topics:
Conditions for activation
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Activating RACE START
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AIRMATIC
General notes
AIRMATIC is an air suspension with variable
damping for improved driving comfort. All-
round level control ensures the best possible
suspension and constant ground clearance,
even with a laden vehicle. When you drive
fast, the vehicle is lowered automatically to
improve driving safety and to reduce fuel con-
sumption. There is also the option to manually
adjust the vehicle level. AIRMATIC consists of
level setting, level control and the Adaptive
Damping System ADS.
The vehicle level can be set using the
DYNAMIC SELECT switch (
level button ( page 177). The setting always
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corresponds to the last selected function.
Important safety notes
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WARNING
When the vehicle is being lowered, people
could become trapped if their limbs are
between the vehicle body and the wheels or
underneath the vehicle. There is a risk of
injury.
Make sure no one is underneath the vehicle or
in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arches
when the vehicle is being lowered.
If one of the doors is open, the vehicle is
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not lowered.
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