Driving and operating

Cruise control

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The cruise control can store and

The cruise control can store and maintain speeds of approx. 30 (20) to 200 km/h. Deviations from the stored speeds may occur when driving uphill or downhill. For safety reasons the cruise control cannot be activated until the foot brake has been operated once. Do not use the cruise control if it is not advisable to maintain a constant speed. With automatic transmission or manual transmission automated, only activate cruise control in automatic mode.

Control indicator Activation.


Activation Turn switch release: the up and
release: the
current speed is stored and maintained. Vehicle speed can be increased by depressing the accelerator pedal. When the accelerator pedal is released, the previously stored speed is resumed. The speed is saved until the ignition is switched off.

To resume the saved speed, turn switch above 30 km/h (20 mph). downwards at a speed
above 30 km/h.

Increase speed With cruise control active, turn switch briefly upwards and hold, or turn
briefly
several times: speed is increased continuously or in small increments.

When switch current speed is stored and is released the
current speed is stored and maintained.

Reduce speed With cruise control active, turn switch briefly downwards and hold, or turn
briefly
several times: speed is reduced continuously or in small increments.

When switch current is released the
current
speed is stored and maintained.

Deactivation Briefly press the cruise button:
cruise
control is deactivated. Automatic deactivation:
■ Vehicle speed below approx. 30 km/h
■ The brake pedal is depressed ■ The clutch pedal is depressed ■ Selector lever in N.

To reset the saved speed, turn switch Parking assist downwards.

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