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Driving systems
This section describes the cruise control
system of your vehicle.
The ABS, BAS, and the ESP
®
are described in
the “Safety and security” section
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The cruise control maintains the speed you
set for your vehicle automatically.
The use of the cruise control is recommended
for driving at a constant speed for extended
periods of time.
The currently set speed or last set speed
(“Resume” function) appears in the left
multifunction display:
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USA only: e.g.
CC 55 MPH
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Canada only: e.g.
Ñ
90 Km/h
The cruise control is a convenience system
designed to assist the driver during vehicle
operation. The driver is and must always
remain responsible for the vehicle’s speed
and for safe brake operation.
Only use the cruise control if the road,
traffic, and weather conditions make it
advisable to travel at a constant speed.
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The use of the cruise control can be
dangerous on winding roads or in heavy
traffic because conditions do not allow
safe driving at a constant speed.
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The use of the cruise control can be
dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid
changes in tire traction can result in
wheel spin and loss of control.
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Deactivate the cruise control when
driving in fog.
The “Resume” function should only be
operated if the driver is fully aware of the
previously set speed and wishes to resume
this particular preset speed.
The cruise control brakes automatically so
that the set speed is not exceeded.
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Setting current or higher speed
2
Setting current or lower speed
3
Canceling the cruise control
4
Activating the cruise control or resuming
to last set speed
Activating cruise control
You can activate the cruise control at a
vehicle speed above 20 mph (30 km/h).
You cannot activate the cruise control:
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when you brake
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when you have engaged the parking brake
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