The concept
HDC is a downhill driving assistant that automatically controls vehicle speed on steep downhill gradients. Without the brakes being applied, the vehicle moves at slightly more than twice walking speed.
Hill Descent Control can be activated at speeds below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h. When driving downhill, the vehicle reduces its speed to approx.
twice walking speed and then keeps its speed constant.
As long as there is active braking, the system is on standby. The system does not brake the vehicle during this time.
Use HDC in low gears or in transmission position D or R only.
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The concept
This system can be used to select a desired
speed that the vehicle will maintain automatically
on clear roads.
To the extent possible, the system automatically
adjusts the speed to a slower veh ...
Fuel quality
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as containing
metal must not be used.
Refuel only with unleaded
gasoline without
metallic additives.
Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gasoline
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Transmission positions
D Drive, automatic position
Position for normal vehicle operation. All forward
gears are available.
Under normal operating conditions, fuel consumption
is lowest when you are driving in position ...