Activating or deactivating steering assistance in the event of a collision risk

The steering assistance function is optional – the driver can choose to activate or deactivate it.
P5-1917-Steering assist button

Activate or deactivate the function using this button in the centre display's function view.

  • GREEN button indication – the function is activated.
  • GREY button indication – the function is deactivated.

This function is activated automatically each time the engine is started1.

 Note

When the Collision avoidance function is deactivated, all subfunctions are switched off:
  • Steering assistance at risk of road departure
  • Steering assistance at risk of oncoming collision
  • Steering assistance at risk of rear-end collision*

Even though it is possible to deactivate the function, it is advisable for the driver to always have it activated since it improves driving safety in most cases.

  1. 1 In certain markets, the setting used when the engine is switched off is reactivated.
  2. * Option/accessory.