The electromechanical steering only func-
tions when the engine is running. If the A
uto
StartStop system intervenes and switches
o the engine, the steering also works.
You will need considerably more strength
than normal to steer the vehicle if the pow-
er steering is reduced or has failed com-
pletely.
Mechanical steering column lock
The steering column is locked mechanically
in vehicles with an ignition lock:
1. Stop the vehicle and engage the park-
ing lock P as required.
2. Remove the vehicle key.
3. Turn the steering wheel slightly until the
steering lock clicks into place.
To unlock the steering column:
1. Turn the steering wheel slightly to re-
lieve the steering lock mechanism.
2. Insert the vehicle key into the ignition
lock.
3. Hold the steering wheel in this position
and turn the ignition on.
Electronic steering column lock in vehi-
cles with a push button ignition switch
The steering column is locked electronical-
ly on vehicles with a push button ignition
switch:
1. Stop the vehicle and engage the park-
ing lock P as required.
2. Switch o the ignition and then open
the driver door. The steering column is
locked.
If you do not want the steering column to
be locked, first open the driver door and
then switch o the ignition. The steering
column will remain unlocked as long as the
vehicle is not locked.
Counter steering assistance
Counter steering assistance provides the
driver with power steering in critical driving
situations. Additional steering power helps
the driver when counter steering →
.
WARNING
If the power steering is not working, the
steering wheel is dic
ult to turn, which
makes it dicult to steer the vehicle.
·
Depending on the vehicle’s equipment
level, the power steering only functions
when the engine is running.
·
Never let the vehicle roll with the en-
gine switched o.
·
Never remove the vehicle key from the
ignition if the vehicle is in motion. The
steering column lock may be activated
and it will no longer be possible to steer
the vehicle.
WARNING
In conjunction with the ESC, counter
steering assistance provides the driver
with assistance when steering in critical
driving situations. The driver must steer
the vehicle at all times. Counter steering
assistance does not steer the vehicle.
NOTICE
When the vehicle is towed, the ignition
must be switched on to prevent the steer-
ing wheel from locking, and so tha
t the di-
rection indicators, horn, wipers and window
washer system can be used.
Troubleshooting
Steering fault
The warning lamp lights up or fla
shes red.
There is a fault in the electromechanical
steering or electronic steering column lock.
If the warning light lights up red, the steer-
ing my be dicult to operate because of
a fault in the electromechanical power
steering.
If the warning lamp flashes red, the steer-
ing column cannot be unlocked.
Do not drive on!
1.
Seek expert assistance.
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