Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quiz
Driving and parking

Driving Information

In this manual: Driving and parking
Introduction — 5At a glance — 6Safety — 25Opening and Closing — 17Seats, steering wheel and mirrors — 12Lights and windshield wipers — 11Climate Control — 11Driving and parking — 44On-board computer and displays — 29Stowing and Useful Information. Good to Know — 1Stowing and Useful Information. Storage Options — 10Stowage and convenience features. Convenience features — 7Maintenance and care — 11Roadside assistance — 13Wheels and tires — 13Technical data — 13
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The general driving notes for the Mercedes E-Class (4th generation, W212, 2009–2016) emphasize the importance of safe vehicle operation. In particular, they warn against switching off the ignition while driving, as safety-related systems could be limited.

General Notes

WARNING

If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are restricted or unavailable. This can affect, for example, the power steering and the brake booster. You will then need considerable force to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident!

Do not switch off the ignition while driving.

The Mercedes E-Class W212 (model years 2009–2016) strongly advises against switching off the ignition while driving. This preserves important safety-related functions such as power steering and brake booster.

These notes show how consistently Mercedes focuses on safety in every driving situation.

Question: What happens if the ignition is switched off while driving?

Answer: Power steering and brake booster fail, and the vehicle becomes harder to steer and brake.

Question: Why does Mercedes warn against switching off the ignition while driving?

Answer: Because this severely restricts control of the vehicle and creates a risk of an accident.

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