The calibration of the suspension depends
on:
R
your driving style
R
the road surface conditions
R
your individual selection; see the following
description
If your vehicle is equipped with automatic
transmission, the dynamic handling package
with sports mode also includes steering
wheel paddle shifters (
Y
page 145) with a
manual drive program (
Y
page 147).
Example: position of dynamic handling package
with sports mode button
X
Start the engine.
Sports tuning
The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in
sports mode ensures even better contact
with the road. Select this mode when
employing a sporty driving style, e.g. on
winding country roads.
Your selection remains stored until you
switch off the engine.
X
Press button
;
.
Indicator lamp
:
lights up. Sports
suspension tuning is selected. Depending
on the engine output, the accelerator pedal
is more responsive. On vehicles with
automatic transmission, drive program
S is
selected.
Comfort tuning
In Comfort mode, the driving characteristics
of your vehicle are more comfortable. Select
this mode if you prefer a more comfortable
driving style, but also when driving fast on
straight roads, e.g. highways.
X
Press button
;
.
Indicator lamp
:
goes out. Comfortable
suspension tuning is selected. On vehicles
with automatic transmission, drive
program
E is selected.
HOLD function
General notes
The HOLD function can assist the driver in the
following situations:
R
when pulling away, especially on steep
slopes
R
when maneuvering on steep slopes
R
when waiting in traffic
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.
Activation conditions
You can activate the HOLD function if:
R
the vehicle is stationary.
R
the engine is running.
R
the driver's door is closed or your seat belt
is fastened.
R
the parking brake is not applied.
R
the hood is closed.
R
the transmission is in position
D, R or N.
R
DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
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Driving systems
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