Activating the parking brake
Automatic activation
The parking brake is activated automatically
- if the driver leaves/exits the car.
- when the car is switched off manually in the centre display.
- if the function Hold (brake when stationary) is activated and the car has been stationary for a while (approx. 10 minutes).
Important
Emergency brake
In an emergency, the parking brake can be activated when the car is in motion by pressing and holding the button depressed.
The car is then braked heavily with the foot brake. Braking stops when the button is released, or if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
Note
Deactivating the parking brake
The parking brake is deactivated automatically when a gear is selected.
If regenerative braking has been activated, the car will not drive forwards, but may roll away if the surface is sloping in the same direction as the selected gear position.
If regenerative braking is deactivated, the car will drive slowly in the selected direction with gentle pressure on the accelerator pedal.
Note
Symbol in the driver display
| Symbol | Specification |
|---|---|
 | Light illuminated permanently: The parking brake is activated. Flashing: an error has occurred with the parking brake. Read the message in the driver display. |