Mercedes-Benz CLS Operator's Manual page 181

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If depressing the brake pedal the first
time does not activate the HOLD function,
wait briefly and then try again.
Deactivating the HOLD function
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WARNING
Never get out of the vehicle when the HOLD
function is activated.
The HOLD function must never be operated
or deactivated by a passenger or from outside
the vehicle.
The HOLD function does not replace the
parking brake and must not be used for
parking.
The braking effect of the HOLD function is
canceled and the vehicle could roll away if:
the HOLD function is deactivated by
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depressing the accelerator pedal or the
brake pedal.
there is a malfunction in the system or an
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interruption in the power supply, e.g.
battery failure.
the electrical system in the engine
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compartment, the battery or the fuses are
tampered with.
the battery is disconnected.
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If you leave the vehicle or park it, deactivate
the HOLD function and secure the vehicle
against rolling away.
The HOLD function is deactivated
automatically if:
you accelerate and the transmission is in
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position D or R.
you shift the transmission to position P.
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you depress the brake pedal again with a
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certain amount of pressure until ë
disappears from the multifunction display.
you activate DISTRONIC PLUS.
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When the HOLD function is activated, the
transmission is shifted automatically to
position P if:
the driver's door is open and the driver's
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seat belt is unfastened.
the engine is switched off.
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the hood is opened.
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a system malfunction occurs.
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the power supply is not sufficient.
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RACE START
Important safety notes
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WARNING
RACE START is only available when SPORT
handling mode is activated. SPORT handling
mode only stabilizes the vehicle to a limited
extent in the event of swerving or wheelspin.
RACE START should only be used on specially
designated roads. Always adapt your speed
and driving style to the prevailing road and
weather conditions.
i RACE START is only available in AMG
vehicles.
RACE START enables optimal acceleration
from a standing start. The precondition for
this is a suitable high-grip road surface.
Conditions for activation
You can activate RACE START if:
the doors are closed.
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the engine is running and it has reached an
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operating temperature of approximately
176 ‡ (80 †). This is the case when the
engine oil temperature in the multifunction
display stops flashing.
SPORT handling mode is activated.
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the steering wheel is in the straight-ahead
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position.
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