Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan, Operator'S Manual

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Tips
Pay particular attention in the following traffic
situations. In such situations, brake if necessary.
Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is then deacti‐
vated:
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When cornering, entering and exiting a bend.
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When not driving in the center of the lane.
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When other vehicles are changing lane.
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If there are narrow vehicles.
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If there are obstacles and stationary vehi‐
cles.
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If there are crossing vehicles, pedestrians,
motorcyclists or cyclists.
Display of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
in the assistance graphic and in the speed‐
ometer
1 Vehicle ahead
2 Distance indicator
3 Set specified distance
4 Your vehicle
1 Speed of vehicle ahead
2 Stored speed
Displays in the multifunction display
When activating Active Distance Assist
DISTRONIC or when changing the stored speed,
the new stored speed is shown for around five
seconds in the multifunction display ç
50 mph (70 km/h).
When Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is
active, the set stored speed is displayed next to
the ç symbol. When distance control is
active, the symbol is shown in green.
Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Pack‐
age: On freeways or high-speed major roads the
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