Mercedes-Benz E-class, Operator'S Manual

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A risk of a collision may arise in the following sit‐
uations, for example:
R
If the driver mixes up the accelerator and
brake pedals.
R
If the wrong gear is selected.
The Drive Away Assist function is active under
the following conditions:
R
If PARKTRONIC is activated.
R
Every time the gear is changed to R or D
when the vehicle is at a standstill.
R
If the obstacle is less than 3.3 ft (1.0 m)
away.
R
If the maneuvering assistance function is
activated in the multimedia system.
Drive Away Assist is unavailable on inclines and
when driving with a trailer.
Cross Traffic Alert
Vehicles with Blind Spot Assist: Drivers can
also be warned of any crossing traffic when
backing up out of a parking space. If a critical
situation is detected, a warning symbol appears
on the camera image of the multimedia system.
If the driver does not respond to the warning,
the vehicle's brakes can be applied automati‐
cally. To do this, the function uses the radar sen‐
sors in the bumper. The area adjacent to the
vehicle is continually monitored.
If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles
or other objects, detection is not possible.
The Cross Traffic Alert function is active under
the following conditions:
R
If Blind Spot Assist is activated.
R
If the vehicle is backing up at walking pace.
R
If the maneuvering assistance function is
activated in the multimedia system.
Activating/deactivating maneuvering assis‐
tance
Multimedia system:
,
Vehicle
.
k Assistance
.
Parking
Pilot
.
Maneuvering Assist.
#
Switch the function on O or off ª .
ATTENTION ASSIST
Function of ATTENTION ASSIST
ATTENTION ASSIST assists you on long, monoto‐
nous journeys, e.g. on highways and trunk roads.
If ATTENTION ASSIST detects indicators of fati‐
gue or increasing lapses in concentration on the
part of the driver, it suggests taking a break.
ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid. It cannot
always detect fatigue or lapses in concentration
until too late. The system is not a substitute for a
well-rested and attentive driver. On long jour‐
neys, take regular breaks in good time that allow
for adequate recuperation.
You can choose between two settings.
R
Standard: normal system sensitivity
R
Sensitive: higher system sensitivity. The
driver is warned earlier and the attention
level detected by ATTENTION ASSIST is adap‐
ted accordingly.
If drowsiness or increasing lapses in concentra‐
tion are detected, the ATTENTION ASSIST: Take
a Break! warning appears in the Instrument Dis‐
play. You can acknowledge the message and
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