Parking brake
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.
Indicator lampThe indicator lamp is lit, and when you drive off a signal sounds in addition. The parking brake is still applied.
Indicator lamp for Canadian models.
ApplyingThe lever locks in position automatically.
ReleasingPull slightly upwards, press the button and lower the lever.
In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be used to slow or stop the car, do not pull the lever up too hard. In doing so, continuously press the button of the parking brake lever.
Otherwise, excessive force on the parking brake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the rear of the car to swerve.
To prevent corrosion and one-sided braking action, occasionally apply the parking
brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. The brake lamps do not light up when the parking brake is applied.
See also:
Adjusting the height: electrical
The head restraints on the left and right rear
passenger seats extend automatically
whenever a passenger in the rear seat fastens
his or her safety belt.
In addition, the height of the head r ...
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for
additional information on service requirements.
Mainten ...
First aid kit
The first aid kit is located in the container on the
inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the c ...