Applying the parking brake
Symbol in the driver display
| Symbol | Specification |
|---|---|
 | The symbol is illuminated when the parking brake is applied. If the symbol flashes, it indicates a fault has occurred. Read the message on the driver display. |
Automatic application
The parking brake is applied automatically:
- if the Auto Hold function (automatic braking when stationary) is activated and the car has been stationary approx. 5 minutes.
- when gear position P is selected on a steep hill.
- when the engine is switched off. (This function is optional, see the heading "Settings for parking brake" below.)
Emergency brake
In an emergency, the parking brake can be applied when the vehicle is in motion by pulling and holding up the control. Braking stops when the control is released.
Note
Releasing the parking brake
Releasing manually
Releasing automatically
Parking on a hill
Warning
If the car is parked facing uphill:
- Turn the wheels away from the kerb.
If the car is parked facing downhill:
- Turn the wheels towards the kerb.
Heavy load uphill
A heavy load, such as a trailer, can cause the car to roll backward when the parking brake is released automatically on a steep incline. Avoid this by pulling the control upwards while driving the car away. Release the control when the engine achieves traction.
Settings for parking brake
It is possible to deactivate/reactivate the function for automatic application via the centre display: