Driving -> Braking and parking for Your Seat Ateca SUV 2020

Braking and parking  
Automatic deactivation of the blind spot  
detector (BSD)  
Using the blind spot detector (BSD)  
with parking assistant (RCTA)  
Braking and parking  
The radar sensors of the blind spot detector  
with rear cross traffic alert will be automati-  
cally deactivated when, among other rea-  
sons, one of the sensors is detected to be  
permanently covered. This may be the case  
if, for example, there is a layer of snow or ice  
in front of one of the sensors.  
Braking system  
Activating and deactivating the blind spot  
detector (BSD) with parking assistant  
(RCTA)  
Control lamps  
The blind spot detector with parking assistant  
can be switched on and off by accessing the  
Assistance systemsmenu on the dash  
panel display using the steering wheel con-  
trols. If the vehicle is equipped with a multi-  
function camera, it can also be accessed by  
means of the driver assistance systems key  
located on the main beam headlight lever.  
It lights up red  
Brake fluid level too low page 350 or fault in the  
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The relevant text message will appear in the  
dash panel display.  
brake system.  
Do not carry on driving!  
Trailer mode  
It lights up red  
The Blind spot detector and the rear cross  
traffic alert will be automatically deactivated  
and it will be impossible to activate them if  
the tow hitch is electrically connected to a  
trailer or other similar object.  
Electronic parking brake page 297.  
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Open the Assistantsmenu.  
The warning lamp turns off when the handbrake is re-  
leased.  
Blind spot  
Exit Assist  
It lights up green  
As soon as the driver starts to drive with a  
trailer connected electrically to the vehicle, a  
message will appear on the instrument panel  
display indicating that the blind spot detector  
and the rear cross traffic alert are deactiva-  
ted. Once the trailer has been unhitched from  
the vehicle, if you want to use the blind spot  
detector and the rear cross traffic alert, you  
will have to reactivate them in the corre-  
sponding menu.  
If the verification box on the control panel is  
checked , the functionality will be automat-  
ically activated at ignition.  
Auto Hold function activated page 299.  
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It lights up yellow  
When the blind spot detector is ready to op-  
erate, the indications in the external mirrors  
will turn on briefly as confirmation.  
Front brake pads worn.  
Contact a specialised workshop immediately.  
When the vehicle is restarted, the last adjust-  
ment in the system will remain active.  
WARNING  
If the brake warning lamp does not go  
If the blind spot detector was automatically  
deactivated, it will only be possible to restart  
the system after turning the vehicle off and  
restarting it.  
out or if it lights up when driving, the brake  
fluid level in the reservoir is too lo so there  
If the towing hitch is not factory equipped,  
then the blind spot detector and the rear  
cross traffic alert will have to be deactivated  
manually when driving with a trailer.  
is a risk of an accident page 350, Brake  
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fluid. Stop the vehicle and do not drive on.  
Obtain technical assistance.  
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Driving  
Depending on the speed, the braking force  
and the environmental conditions (e.g. tem-  
perature, air humidity, etc.) noises may be  
produced when braking.  
If the brakes are not used frequently, or if rust  
has formed on the disks, it is advisable to  
clean off the pads and disks by braking firmly  
If the brake warning lamp lights up to-  
gether with the ABS lamp this could be  
due to an ABS fault. When this function  
fails, the rear wheels can lock up. Under  
certain circumstances, the rear of the vehi-  
cle may skid, with the danger of losing con-  
trol. Stop and seek technical assistance.  
a few times at a moderately high speed  
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Wet roads or road salt  
Fault in the brake system  
In certain situations (for example, on driving  
through flooded areas, in severe downpours  
or after washing the vehicle) the braking ac-  
tion could be delayed if the discs and pads  
are damp, or frozen in winter. In this case the  
brakes should be “dried” by pressing the  
brake pedal several times.  
If the brake pedal travel should ever increase  
suddenly, this may mean that one of the two  
If the lamp lights up, alone or accom-  
panied by a warning message on the in-  
strument panel display, please go immedi-  
ately to a specialised workshop to check  
the brake pads and to replace them if they  
are worn.  
brake circuits has failed. Drive immediately to  
the nearest specialised workshop and have  
the fault repaired. Drive there slowly and re-  
member that you will have to apply more  
pressure on the brake pedal and allow for  
longer stopping distances.  
At high speed and with the windscreen wipers  
activated, the brake pads will briefly touch  
the brake discs. This takes place, although  
unnoticeable to the driver, at regular intervals  
to improve the response time of the brakes  
when they are wet.  
Information about the brakes  
Low brake fluid level  
Malfunctions can occur in the brake system if  
the brake fluid level is too low. The brake fluid  
level is monitored electronically.  
New brake pads  
For the first 200 to 300 km (100 to 200  
miles), new brake pads have not yet reached  
their maximum braking capacity, and need to  
be “run in” first. However, you can compen-  
sate for the slightly reduced braking effect by  
applying more pressure on the brake pedal.  
Avoid overloading the brakes while running  
them in.  
The effectiveness of the brakes can also be  
temporarily reduced if the vehicle is driven for  
some distance without using the brakes when  
there is a lot of salt on the road in winter. The  
layer of salt that accumulates on the discs  
and pads can be removed by gently apply-  
ing the brakes a few times.  
Brake servo  
The brake servo increases the pressure you  
apply to the brake pedal. It works only when  
the engine is running.  
WARNING  
Any anomaly in the brake system can in-  
crease the braking distance, with the re-  
sulting risk of an accident.  
Wear  
Corrosion  
The rate of wear on the brake pads depends  
a great deal on how you drive and the condi-  
tions in which the vehicle is operated. This is a  
particular problem in urban traffic and short  
stretches, or with very sporty driving.  
There may be a tendency for corrosion to  
form on the discs and dirt to build up on the  
brake pads if the vehicle is used infrequently  
or the brakes are not used very often.  
New brake pads and discs must be run in  
and do not have the correct friction during  
the first 200 km (124 miles). This reduced  
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Braking and parking  
CAUTION  
Electronic parking brake  
braking capacity may be offset by pressing  
on the brake pedal a little harder.  
Never let the brakes “drag” by leaving  
If you are driving on roads which have  
your foot on the pedal when it is not neces-  
sary to brake. This overheats the brakes, re-  
sulting in longer stopping distances and  
greater wear.  
been salted, braking effectiveness may be  
decreased.  
Brakes can overheat if used excessively  
on slopes. Before driving down a long steep  
slope, it is advisable to reduce speed and  
change down into a lower gear or range.  
Therefore, using the engine brake relieves  
the brakes.  
Before driving down a long, steep gradi-  
ent, it is advisable to reduce speed and se-  
lect a lower gear. This makes use of engine  
braking and relieves the brakes. If you still  
have to use the brakes, it is better to brake  
firmly at intervals than to apply the brakes  
continuously.  
Gentle continuous braking causes the  
Fig. 279 In the lower part of the centre con-  
brakes to overheat and the braking dis-  
tance will increase. Apply and then release  
the brakes alternately.  
sole: electronic parking brake button  
Note  
The electronic parking brake replaces the  
handbrake.  
Apply the brakes heavily to clean the  
If the brake servo is out of action, for ex-  
brake system only in a suitable traffic situa-  
tion. Do not put other road users in danger:  
there is risk of causing an accident.  
ample when the car is being towed, you will  
have to press the brake pedal considerably  
harder than normal to make up for the lack  
of servo assistance.  
Applying the electronic parking brake  
The electronic parking brake can be activa-  
ted whenever the vehicle is at a standstill,  
even when the ignition is switched off. Acti-  
vate it whenever you leave or park the vehi-  
cle.  
Ensure the vehicle does not move while in  
neutral, when the engine is stopped. The  
braking distance is increased considerably  
when the brake servo is not active.  
If you wish to equip the vehicle with ac-  
cessories such as a front spoiler or wheel  
covers, it is important that the flow of air to  
the front wheels is not obstructed, other-  
wise the brakes can overheat.  
If the brake is subjected to high stresses,  
vapour bubbles may form in the brake sys-  
tem's pipes. This reduces the efficiency of  
the brakes.  
Pull and hold the Fig. 279 button.  
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The parking brake is activated when the  
control light of button Fig. 279 (arrow) is  
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Non-standard or damaged front spoilers  
on and the red control lamp on the instru-  
could restrict the airflow to the brakes and  
cause them to overheat. Before purchasing  
accessories please read the relevant in-  
structions.  
ment panel is always on.  
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Release the button.  
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Driving  
Disconnecting the electronic parking  
brake  
The parking brake can be prevented from be-  
ing automatically released by continuously  
To stop the braking process, release the   
button or press the accelerator.  
pulling up the Fig. 279 switch when  
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Switch the ignition on.  
WARNING  
starting off.  
Press the button Fig. 279. At the same  
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The improper use of the electronic parking  
brake can cause accidents and serious in-  
jury.  
The electronic parking brake is not discon-  
nected until the button is released. This  
can facilitate starting off when a heavy load  
time step hard on the brake pedal or, if the  
engine is running, press the accelerator pedal  
slightly.  
is towed page 324.  
Never use the electronic parking brake to  
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The control lamp of button Fig. 279 (ar-  
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stop the vehicle, unless it is an emergency.  
Braking distances can be considerably lon-  
ger, since, under certain circumstances,  
only the rear wheels brake. Always use the  
foot brake.  
row) and the red control lamp on the in-  
strument panel go out.  
Automatic activation of the electronic  
parking brake when exiting the vehicle in-  
correctly  
Automatic release of the electronic park-  
ing brake upon moving off  
In vehicles with automatic transmission, the  
electronic parking brake is activated auto-  
matically when exiting the vehicle incorrectly  
if:  
Never accelerate from the engine when a  
The electronic parking brake is automatically  
switched off when starting if, after the driver's  
door is closed and the driver's seat belt fas-  
tened, any of the following situations take  
place:  
gear range or a gear is engaged and the  
engine is running. The vehicle could move,  
even if the electronic parking brake is acti-  
vated.  
The selector lever is in the D/S or R position  
or in the Tiptronic selector gate.  
CAUTION  
AND: the vehicle is stationary.  
In vehicles with automatic transmission: a  
To prevent the vehicle from unintentionally  
moving when parking it, first apply the  
electronic parking brake and then remove  
your foot from the brake pedal.  
gear range is engaged or the vehicle is  
switched to another one and the accelerator  
pedal is lightly pressed.  
AND: the driver door is open.  
Emergency brake function  
In vehicles with manual transmission: the  
Only use the emergency brake function if you  
are unable to stop the vehicle with the foot  
clutch pedal is pressed fully before starting  
off and the accelerator is pedal lightly press-  
ed.  
Note  
brake  
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In vehicles with a manual gearbox, re-  
Pull and hold the Fig. 279 button in  
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leasing the clutch and accelerating at the  
same time automatically disconnects the  
electronic parking brake.  
To facilitate certain manoeuvres there are  
this position to forcefully stop the vehicle. At  
the same time, an acoustic warning can be  
heard.  
exceptions that allow the automatic parking  
brake to be released without the driver's seat  
belt being fastened.  
If the vehicle battery is flat, it will not be  
possible to disconnect the electronic  
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Braking and parking  
od of time with the engine running, for exam-  
ple, when going up a slope, when stopped at  
traffic lights or in heavy traffic with intermit-  
tent stops.  
Switching the Auto Hold function on and  
off  
parking brake. Use the jump-start  
page 47.  
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Pulse button   
. The control lamp on  
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When the electronic parking brake is ap-  
the button goes out when the Auto Hold func-  
tion is switched off.  
plied or released, noises may be heard.  
When connected, the Auto Hold function au-  
tomatically prevents the vehicle from rolling  
when stationary without pressing the brake  
pedal.  
The system performs automatic and au-  
dible tests sporadically in the parked vehi-  
cle if some time elapses without the elec-  
tronic parking brake being used.  
Automatically engaging and disengaging  
the Auto Hold function  
If the Auto Hold function was switched on with  
the button before disconnecting the igni-  
tion, the function will remain on after the igni-  
tion is re-connected.  
After detecting that the vehicle is stationary  
and the brake pedal has been released, the  
Auto Hold function holds the vehicle. The driv-  
er can lift their foot off the brake pedal.  
Auto Hold Function  
3 Not valid for the 1.4L 110 kW engine with 8-  
speed automatic transmission  
If the Auto Hold function was not switched on,  
it will automatically remain off next time the  
ignition is engaged.  
When the driver touches the accelerator  
pedal or accelerates slightly to continue driv-  
ing, the Auto Hold function releases the brake.  
The vehicle moves according to the slope of  
the road.  
The Auto Hold function connects automat-  
ically if the following conditions are met  
(all points must be met at the same time  
If the vehicle is stationary and one of the con-  
ditions required by the Auto Hold function is  
impaired, it disconnects itself and the button's  
):  
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1.  
The vehicle is kept stationary with the  
brake pedal on a flat surface or on a  
slope.  
control light goes out Fig. 280. The elec-  
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tronic parking brake connects automatically,  
if necessary, to park the vehicle safely  
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2. The engine rotates “correctly”.  
Fig. 280 In the lower part of the centre con-  
Conditions for keeping the vehicle station-  
ary with the Auto Hold function  
sole: Auto Hold function button.  
The Auto Hold function is automatically  
turned off if the following conditions are  
met:  
The control lamp on button Fig. 280  
remains on while the Auto Hold function is  
connected.  
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The driver door must be closed.  
The driver's seat belt must be fastened.  
1.  
If any of the conditions mentioned on  
The engine is running.  
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Once connected, the Auto Hold function as-  
sists the driver in keeping the vehicle station-  
ary at repeated intervals or for a certain peri-  
to Hold function are no longer met.  
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2. If the engine is running irregularly or an  
anomaly is detected.  
3. If the engine is turned off or stalls.  
Brake assist systems  
Stabilisation and brake as-  
sistance systems  
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)  
The ESC helps to improve safety. It reduces  
the tendency to skid and improves the stabili-  
ty and roadholding of the vehicle. The ESC  
detects critical handling situations, such as  
vehicle understeer or oversteer, or wheelspin  
on the driving wheels. It stabilises the vehicle  
by braking individual wheels or by reducing  
the engine torque. The warning lamp will  
flash on the instrument panel when the ESC is  
intervening .  
4. Manual gearbox: The clutch and the ac-  
Control lamps  
celerator are pressed at the same time.  
Automatic gearbox: If the accelerator is  
pressed  
It lights up  
Fault in the ESC or ABS, or disconnection caused by  
the system.  
5. Automatic gearbox: If any of the tyres  
has only minimal contact with the  
ground, e.g. in the case of axle articula-  
tion.  
The ESC works in combination with the ABS. If the  
ABS fails, the lamp also lights up.  
Flashes  
WARNING  
The ESC includes the anti-lock brake system  
(ABS), the hydraulic brake assist (HBA), the  
traction control system (ASR), electronic dif-  
ferential lock (EDS), electronic torque control  
(XDS) and tractor-trailer sway mitigation*.  
ESC or ASR activated.  
The smart technology incorporated into  
the Auto Hold function cannot defy the  
laws of physics; it only works within the lim-  
its of the system. The greater convenience  
provided by the Auto Hold function should  
never tempt you to take any risk that may  
compromise safety.  
It lights up  
ASR manually deactivated.  
Or: ESC in Sport mode page 302.  
ESC also helps stabilise the vehicle by  
changing the torque.  
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Never leave the vehicle running and with  
The ASR can be deactivated when wheel spin  
It lights up  
the Auto Hold function switched on.  
is desirable page 302.  
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ABS faulty or does not work.  
The Auto Hold function cannot always  
keep the vehicle stationary uphill or down-  
hill or stop it sufficiently, for example, on  
slippery or frozen surfaces.  
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)  
The control lamps light up together when the  
ignition is switched on and should turn off af-  
ter approximately 2 seconds. This is the time  
taken for the function check.  
ABS prevents the wheels from locking up un-  
der braking until the vehicle has reached a  
virtual standstill. You can continue to steer the  
vehicle even when the brakes are on full.  
Keep your foot on the brake pedal and do not  
pump the brakes. You will feel the brake pedal  
pulsate while the ABS is working.  
Note  
Before entering a car wash, always switch  
off the Auto Hold function, because if the  
electronic parking brake is automatically  
connected, it may cause damage.  
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Braking and parking  
If the running gear or brake system is modi-  
fied, the effectiveness of the ABS could be se-  
verely limited.  
Tractor-trailer sway mitigation*  
XDS works in combination with the ESC and is  
always active, even when ASR is disconnec-  
ted, or when the ESC is in Sport mode or dis-  
connected.  
If the vehicle is pulling a trailer, it will control  
the following: tractor-trailers tend to sway.  
When the swaying of the trailer is felt by the  
vehicle and detected by the ESC, it will auto-  
matically brake the towing vehicle within the  
limits of the system and mitigate the sway.  
Tractor-trailer sway mitigation is not available  
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)  
Multi-collision brake  
The brake assist system can reduce the re-  
quired braking distance. The braking force is  
automatically boosted if you press the brake  
pedal quickly in an emergency. You must  
keep pressing the brake pedal until the dan-  
ger has passed.  
In an accident, the multi-collision brake can  
help the driver by braking to avoid the risk of  
skidding during the accident and causing  
other collisions.  
in all countries page 330.  
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Electronic engine torque management  
(XDS)  
The multi-collision brake works for front, side  
or rear accidents, when the airbag control  
unit records its activation level and the acci-  
dent takes place at a speed of over 10 km/h  
(6 mph). The ESC automatically brakes the  
vehicle, as long as the accident has not dam-  
aged the ESC, the brake hydraulics or the on-  
board network  
Traction control system (ASR)  
When taking a curve, the driveshaft differen-  
tial allows the outer wheel to turn at a higher  
speed than the inner wheel. In this way, the  
wheel that is turning faster (outer wheel) re-  
ceives less drive torque than the inner wheel.  
This may mean that in certain situations the  
torque delivered to the inner wheel is too  
high, causing the wheels to spin. On the other  
hand, the outer wheel is receiving a lower  
drive torque than it could transmit. This can  
cause a loss of grip on the drive axle, in this  
case the front axle, which results in under-  
steer or “lengthening” of the trajectory.  
In the event of wheelspin, the traction control  
system reduces the engine torque to match  
the amount of grip available. This helps the  
car to start moving, accelerate or climb a  
gradient.  
The following actions control automatic brak-  
ing during the accident:  
Electronic differential lock (EDL)  
When the EDL detects wheelspin, it brakes  
the spinning wheel and directs the power to  
the other driven wheel. This function is active  
up to approximately 100 km/h (62 mph).  
When the driver presses the accelerator,  
the automatic braking does not take place.  
When the braking pressure through press-  
ing the brake pedal is greater than the sys-  
tem’s braking pressure the vehicle will brake  
automatically.  
To prevent the disc brake of the braked wheel  
from overheating, the EDL cuts out automati-  
cally if subjected to excessive loads. The ve-  
hicle can still be driven. The EDL will switch on  
again automatically when the brake has  
cooled down.  
The XDS can detect and correct this effect  
via the sensors and signals of the ESC.  
Multi-collision braking will not be available  
Via the ESC, the XDS will brake the inside  
wheel and counter the excess driving torque  
of that wheel. This means that the requested  
trajectory is much more precise.  
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if ESC is malfunctioning.  
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Depending on the finishes and versions, there  
is the possibility of disconnecting only the  
ASR or activating the ESC in “Sport” mode.  
WARNING  
Note  
Driving at high speed on icy, slippery wet  
ground can result in loss of vehicle control  
and serious injury to the driver and passen-  
gers.  
The ABS and ASR will only operate cor-  
rectly if the four wheels have identical  
tyres. Any differences in the rolling radius  
of the tyres can cause the system to re-  
duce engine power when this is not desired.  
Disconnecting and connecting the ASR  
The ASR can be disconnected and connec-  
The ESC, ABS, ASR, EDS and the electron-  
ted using the Easy Connect system  
ic torque control system cannot exceed the  
limits imposed by the laws of physics. Al-  
ways bear this in mind, especially on wet or  
slippery roads. If you notice the systems  
cutting in, you should reduce your speed  
immediately to suit the road and traffic  
conditions. Do not be encouraged to take  
risks by the presence of more safety sys-  
tems. If you do, an accident may occur.  
The regulating processes of the systems  
can make noises due to their operation.  
page 89. In vehicles with a driver informa-  
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tion system* the corresponding indication will  
be displayed.  
If the warning lamp or lights up,  
there could be a fault page 86.  
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Any modifications made to the vehicle  
When the ASR is disconnected, the control  
warning light lights up on the instrument  
cluster.  
(for example, to the engine, brake system,  
running gear or to the combination of  
wheels and tyres) may affect the operation  
of the ABS, ASR and EDS.  
Disconnecting and connecting the ESC in  
“Sport” mode  
Please remember that the accident risk  
always increases if you drive fast, espe-  
cially in corners or on a slippery road, or if  
you follow too close behind the vehicle in  
front of you. The ESC, ABS, brake assist,  
EDS and the electronic torque control sys-  
tem cannot prevent accidents: risk of acci-  
dents!  
In “Sport” mode, the ESC can be discon-  
Connecting and disconnecting the  
ESC and ASR  
nected and connected using the Easy Con-  
nect system page 89. In vehicles with a  
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driver information system* the corresponding  
indication will be displayed.  
The ESC is switched on automatically when  
the engine is started, and only works when  
the engine is running and includes the ABS,  
EDS and ASR systems.  
When “Sport” mode is connected, the inter-  
ventions of the ESC to stabilise the vehicle,  
and the anti-slip regulation (ASR1)) interven-  
tions are limited. In addition, the control  
lamp lights up on the instrument panel.  
Accelerate with caution on slippery sur-  
faces (for example, icy or snow-covered).  
Despite the control systems, the driven  
wheels could spin, affecting the stability of  
the vehicle: risk of accident!  
The ASR function should only be switched off  
in situations in which traction is insufficient.  
1)  
In vehicles with 4-wheel drive, the ASR is dis-  
connected completely  
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ESC in “Offroad” mode1)  
interventions adjust to the adhesion of snowy  
roads.  
Parking  
Turn the Driving Experience button to select  
the Offroad mode and connect it  
To disconnect the “Snow” mode, select a dif-  
ferent driving mode.  
To park the vehicle  
page 262. The interventions of the ESC, as  
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well as of the ASR, EDS and the ABS, adapt to  
irregular terrain.  
When parking your vehicle, all legal require-  
ments should be observed.  
WARNING  
In the following exceptional situations it may  
make sense to activate the Offroad mode to  
allow the wheels to spin:  
The ESC Sport mode should be activated  
only when traffic conditions and the ability  
of the driver allow it. Danger of skidding!  
Always note the following points when park-  
ing the vehicle:  
Park the vehicle on a suitable surface  
Connect the electronic parking brake  
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With ESC in Sport mode, the stabilising  
When “swinging” the vehicle to get it un-  
function will be limited to allow for a sporti-  
er drive. The driving wheels could spin and  
the vehicle could skid.  
stuck.  
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Driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces.  
For an automatic gearbox, move the selec-  
When driving on rough terrain with much of  
tor lever to position P.  
the car's weight is lifted off the wheels (axle  
articulation).  
WARNING  
Switch the engine off and remove the key  
You should only activate the Offroad Mode  
or disable the ASR if the experience of the  
driver and traffic conditions allow it. Dan-  
ger of skidding!  
from the ignition. Turn the steering wheel  
slightly to engage the steering lock.  
Steep descents with braking on unpaved  
terrain.  
With a manual gearbox, engage first gear  
on flat ground and slopes, or even reverse  
gear on hills, and release the clutch pedal.  
For your safety we recommend that you turn  
off the Offroad mode when it is not absolute-  
ly necessary.  
With the Offroad mode activated, the  
stabilisation function is limited. In particu-  
lar, if the road is too smooth and slippery,  
the driving wheels could spin and the vehi-  
cle could skid.  
When leaving the vehicle, take all keys with  
you.  
To disconnect the “Offroad” mode, select a  
different driving mode.  
Additionally, on steep slopes and inclines  
ESC in “Snow” mode1)  
Before switching off the engine, rotate the  
steering wheel so that if the vehicle should  
move, it will be held by the kerb.  
Note  
Turn the Driving Experience button to select  
the “Snow” mode and connect it  
If the ASR is disconnected or the Sport  
mode is selected, cruise control* will be  
switched off.  
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Only for 4Drive models.  
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Driving  
On slopes, turn the front wheels so that  
side areas are represented, and the position  
of obstacles is shown relative to the vehicle.  
Help with parking and ma-  
noeuvring  
they are against the edge of the kerb.  
Uphill, turn the wheels towards the centre of  
The Park Assist system is subject to certain  
limitations inherent to the system and its use  
the road.  
requires special attention by the driver  
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Assisted parking system  
(Park Assist)*  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Avoid parking the vehicle where the hot  
exhaust system could ignite inflammable  
materials, such as dry grass, low bushes,  
spilt fuel or flammable materials.  
The technology used in the park assist sys-  
tem involves a series of limitations inherent  
in the actual system and in the use of ultra-  
sonic sensors. The use of Park Assist should  
never tempt you to take any risk that may  
compromise safety. The system is not a re-  
placement for driver awareness.  
Introduction  
Do not leave passengers inside a closed  
vehicle, they may not be able to open  
doors or windows. Locked doors hinder the  
possibility of a rescue.  
Any accidental movement of the vehicle  
Children should not be left alone in the  
could result in serious injury.  
vehicle. They could tamper with the hand-  
brake or the gears, which could cause the  
vehicle to move without control.  
Fig. 281 Related video  
Adapt your speed and driving style at all  
times to suit visibility, weather, road and  
traffic conditions.  
The Park Assist system is an additional  
ParkPilot function page 310 and helps the  
Depending on weather conditions, it may  
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become extremely hot or cold inside the  
vehicle. This can be fatal.  
driver to:  
Certain surfaces of objects and gar-  
ments do not reflect the ultrasound sen-  
sors' signals. The system cannot detect, at  
least correctly, these objects or people  
wearing such clothes.  
find a suitable parking space,  
select a parking mode,  
park driving in reverse in suitable perpen-  
dicular and parallel spaces,  
Note  
In vehicles with automatic transmission, the  
key can only be removed from the ignition  
when the lever is in position P.  
Ultrasound sensor signals may be affec-  
ted by external sound sources. In certain  
circumstances this may prevent them from  
detecting people or objects.  
park driving forwards in suitable perpendic-  
ular spaces,  
exit a parking space driving forwards from a  
The ultrasound sensors have blind spots  
parallel space.  
in which obstacles and people are not reg-  
istered.  
In vehicles with a Park Assist system and fac-  
tory infotainment system, the front, rear and  
Monitor the area around the vehicle at all  
times, since the ultrasound sensors do not  
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