Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe 2021 Operator's Manual page 221

% The vehicle path shown on the media display
may differ from the actual vehicle path. The
turn signal indicator is switched on automati‐
cally when the exiting procedure begins.
You are responsible for selecting the turn signal
indicator in accordance with the traffic condi‐
tions. If necessary, select the turn signal indica‐
tor accordingly.
Maneuvering assistance
Function of Drive Away Assist
Drive Away Assist can reduce the severity of an
impact when pulling away. If an obstacle is
detected in the direction of travel, the vehicle's
speed is briefly reduced to approx. 1 mph
(2 km/h). If a critical situation is detected, the
É symbol appears in the media display.
% You can cancel an intervention by Drive
Away Assist at any time by deactivating
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC (
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& WARNING Risk of accident caused by
limited detection performance of Drive
Away Assist
Drive Away Assist cannot always clearly iden‐
tify objects and traffic situations.
Always pay careful attention to the traf‐
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fic situation; do not rely on Drive Away
Assist alone.
Be prepared to brake or swerve as nec‐
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essary, provided the traffic situation
permits and that it is safe to take eva‐
sive action.
Drive Away Assist is only an aid. It is not a sub‐
stitute for your attention to the surroundings.
The responsibility for safe maneuvering and
parking remains with you. Make sure that no
persons, animals or objects etc. are in the
maneuvering range.
page 214).
A risk of a collision may arise in the following sit‐
uations, for example:
If the accelerator and brake pedals are mixed
R
up.
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If an incorrect transmission position is
R
engaged.
Drive Away Assist is active under the following
conditions:
If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is activated.
R
If you shift the transmission position to k or
R
h when the vehicle is stationary.
If the detected obstacle is less than approx.
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3.3 ft (1.0 m) away.
If the maneuvering assistance function is
R
activated in the multimedia system.
System limits
The performance of Drive Away Assist is limited
on inclines.
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Also observe the system limits of Parking
Assist PARKTRONIC ( page 211).
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Function of Cross Traffic Alert
% Cross Traffic Alert is only available for vehi‐
cles with Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind
Spot Assist.
Cross Traffic Alert can warn drivers of any cross‐
ing traffic when backing up and maneuvering out