The concept

HDC is a downhill driving assistant that automatically controls vehicle speed on steep downhill gradients. Without requiring brake application, the vehicle moves at slightly more than twice walking speed.

You can activate the Hill Descent Control 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.

While you are actively braking, the system is on standby. The system does not brake the vehicle during this time.

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    Status field symbols
    The symbols are grouped as follows. Radio symbols Telephone symbols Entertainment symbols Additional symbols ...

    Updating the navigation data
    General information Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated. Current navigation data and the authorization code are available from your service center. ► Depending ...

    Display in the instrument cluster
    The selected speed is displayed in the speedometer. Green: the system is actively braking the vehicle. Orange: the system is on standby. ...