When the car has stopped, the brakes are activated automatically. The function can use either foot brake or parking brake to hold the car stationary and it works on all gradients. When driving away, the brakes disengage automatically if the driver is wearing the seatbelt.
Note
When braking to a standstill on an uphill or downhill slope, the brake pedal should be depressed a little harder before being released to ensure the car does not roll.
The parking brake is activated if:
- the car is switched off
- the driver's door is opened
- the driver's seatbelt is unbuckled
- the car has been stationary for a longer time (5-10 minutes).
Symbols in the driver display
| Symbol | Specification |
|---|---|
 | The symbol is illuminated when the function uses the foot brake to keep the car stationary. |
 | The symbol is illuminated when the function uses the parking brake to keep the car stationary. |