Driving off
Engage a drive position and step on the acceler‐
ator pedal to drive off.
The parking brake is automatically released.
Rolling or pushing the vehicle
General
In some situations, the vehicle may need to roll a
short distance without drivetrain, for example in a
car wash, or when being pushed.
Engaging selector lever position N
NOTE
Selector lever position P is automatically en‐
gaged when standby state is switched off.
There is a risk of material damage. Do not
switch off standby state in car washes.
1.
Switch on drive-ready state while pressing
the brake.
2. Press the brake.
3. Engage selector lever position N.
4. Switch off drive-ready state.
Standby state then remains switched on and
a Check Control message is shown.
The vehicle can now roll.
Irrespective of standby state, selector lever posi‐
tion P is engaged automatically after approxi‐
mately 35 minutes.
If there is a fault, it may not be possible to
change the selector lever position.
Unlock the parking lock electronically if neces‐
sary.
Unlocking the parking lock
electronically
General
Unlock the parking lock electronically to ma‐
noeuvre the vehicle out of danger.
Before unlocking the parking lock, secure the ve‐
hicle to prevent it from rolling away, for example
with a chock.
Engaging selector lever position N
1. Press the Start/Stop button three times; do
not press the brake when doing so.
2. Press the brake.
3. Press the selector lever to position N.
A corresponding Check Control message is
displayed.
Position N is displayed on the selector lever.
4. Manoeuvre the vehicle out of danger and
then secure it against rolling away.
Switching off drive-ready state
When shutting down the vehicle, electrical sys‐
tem operating noises may be heard, for example
if the high-voltage battery is being cooled.
After stopping:
1.
Apply brake and engage the parking brake.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
The READY display is no longer illuminated
and an acoustic signal is heard.
For longer stationary periods, follow the notes
in the care chapter.
For long stationary periods and laying up the
vehicle, see page 379.
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