Hold Function - Mercedes-Benz CLS Operator's Manual

Driving systems
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Information in the multifunction display
If Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are activa-
ted but not ready for a steering intervention,
steering wheel symbol : appears in gray. If the
system provides you with support by means of
steering interventions, symbol : is shown in
green.
Deactivating Steering Assist and Stop&Go
Pilot
Deactivate the DISTRONIC PLUS with Steer-
X
ing Assist and Stop&Go Pilot function using
the on-board computer (
The DTR+: Steering Assistant Off
sage appears in the multifunction display.
Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are deac-
tivated.
When DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated or not
available, Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are
deactivated automatically.

HOLD function

General notes
The HOLD function can assist the driver in the
following situations:
when pulling away, especially on steep slopes
R
when maneuvering on steep slopes
R
when waiting in traffic
R
The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver
having to depress the brake pedal.
The braking effect is canceled and the HOLD
function deactivated when you depress the
accelerator pedal to pull away.
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I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away
despite being braked by the HOLD function if:
there is a malfunction in the system or in
R
the voltage supply.
the HOLD function has been deactivated by
R
pressing the accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal, e.g. by a vehicle occupant.
the electrical system in the engine com-
R
partment, the battery or the fuses have
been tampered with.
the battery is disconnected
R
There is a risk of an accident.
If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off
the HOLD function and secure the vehicle
against rolling away.
!
If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function is
activated, the vehicle brakes automatically in
certain situations.
To prevent damage to the vehicle, deactivate
DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in
the following or other similar situations:
when towing the vehicle
R
in the car wash
R
Activation conditions
You can activate the HOLD function if:
the vehicle is stationary
R
the engine is running or if it has been auto-
R
matically switched off by the ECO start/stop
function
the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is
R
fastened
the parking brake is released
R
the transmission is in position D, R or N
R
DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated
R