● Never leave the vehicle while the engine is running, even if the Auto Hold function is ac- tive. ● Ensure that your speed and driving style are always appropriate for the current visibility, weather and road/traffic conditions. ● The Auto Hold function may not securely hold the vehicle on uphill gradients in certain conditions, such as on slippery or icy roads. ● Unintentional vehicle movements may cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries. ● When parking, always look in the direction of travel and observe the vehicle surroundings. Switch off the Auto Hold function before driving into a car wash. The Auto Hold function may be activated automatically.
This could result in dam- age to the vehicle. NOTICE ● Do not allow the displayed information on the instrument cluster or the images shown in the infotainment system distract you from holding the steering wheel. ● Pay special attention to young children and small animals when parking. ● The detection ranges of the parking systems have blind spots in which obstacles and peo- ple are not registered. Information about the parking systems The parking system includes the following sys- tems: ● External sources of sound and certain surfa- ces on objects and clothing may influence the sensors' signals.
In certain circumstan- ces, the systems will be unable to detect or properly detect people and objects. – Radar sensors for parking system → page 127 – Area View camera → page 129 ● Certain objects, for example narrow posts or railings, may be difficult or impossible to see on the screen because of its low resolution or poor light conditions. The availability of these systems depends on the vehicle equipment. Limits of the parking systems Some objects may not be detected by sensors or cameras under certain circumstances, such as trailer drawbars, thin bars, fences, posts, trees, as well as open or opening boot lids.
Parking systems have a response time for sig- nalling and displaying information. There may be a delay in issuing a warning when the vehi- cle approaches an obstacle quickly. WARNING In some cases, dirt or ice on the sensors and cameras could be registered as an obstacle. ● Always pay due attention and do not rely ex- clusively on the system. Limits of the rear view camera system The cameras show only two-dimensional images on the screen. The lack of depth of field means that potholes and protruding objects on the ground may only be detected with difficulty, or may not be detected at all. ● React promptly and never wait for the park- ing systems to respond.
NOTICE Observe a safety distance of around 50 cm from walls and buildings when manoeuvring in parking spaces without kerb borders. Regardless of the surroundings, the system al- ways displays guide lines and does not automati- cally detect obstacles. It is the driver's responsi- bility to assess if the parking space is suitable for the vehicle. It is recommended to practice using the parking systems on roads with less traffic or in car parks to become familiar with the system and its safe operation. WARNING The parking systems cannot replace the driver’s attention and operate only within the limits of the respective system.
Never take risks with the improved comfort provided by parking systems. Driver's attention is still required while parking! Owner's manual 126