- Fig. 1 Version A: Centre console (bottom),
OFF button
- Fig. 2 Version B: Centre console (top), OFF button
The ESC is switched on automatically when the engine is started.
In the following special situations, it may be advisable to switch on off-road mode to allow a certain amount of wheelspin:
- Rocking the car backwards and forwards to free it
- Driving in deep snow or on loose surfaces
- Driving with snow chains
- Braking on unsurfaced tracks when driving downhill
- Four-wheel drive*: Driving on rough terrain when much of the car's weight is lifted off the wheels (axle articulation)
(A)
(B) Off-road mode on
(C) Off-road mode off
(B) Off-road mode on
(C) Off-road mode off
| (A) |
(B) |
(C) |
|---|---|---|
| Characteristics |
The stabilising function of the ESC and traction control system (ASR) is restricted WARNING!. |
The stabilising function of the ESC and traction control system (ASR) is fully available again. |
| Operation |
Press the OFF button. |
Press the OFF button again. |
| Indicator lamps |
 lights up. |
goes out. |
| Driver messages |
Stabilisation control (ESC): off-road. Warning! Restricted stability |
Stabilisation control (ESC): on |
- You should switch on off-road mode only if your driving ability and the traffic conditions allow you to do so safely – danger of skidding!
- The stabilising function is restricted when off-road mode is switched on. The driven wheels may start to spin, causing the vehicle to lose grip, in particular on slippery or wet roads.
Note
The off-road mode cannot be switched on when the adaptive cruise control* is on.