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When the electric parking brake is released, the
red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp
in the instrument cluster goes out.
Applying or releasing the electric parking
brake manually
Applying
Push handle 1.
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The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐
tor lamp appears in the instrument cluster.
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The electric parking brake is only securely
applied if the indicator lamp is lit continu‐
ously.
Releasing
Switch on the ignition.
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Pull handle 1.
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The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐
tor lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
Emergency braking
Press and hold handle 1.
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When the vehicle has been braked to a
standstill, the electric parking brake is
applied. The red F (USA) or ! (Can‐
ada) indicator lamp appears in the instru‐
ment cluster.
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Notes on parking the vehicle for an extended
period
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than
four weeks, the disconnected battery may be
damaged by deep discharge.
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six
weeks, it may suffer disuse damage.
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Further information can be obtained at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Connecting trickle charger
* NOTE Starter battery damage due to
long non-operational times
If the vehicle is not moved for a longer
period, the starter battery may discharge and
be damaged.
Connect a trickle charger to the socket
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in the trunk.
Switch the ignition off.
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