Applying/releasing manually
– To apply: press handle 1.
The red 
(USA only) or
(Canada
only) indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
The electric parking brake can also be
applied when the SmartKey is removed.
– To release: pull handle 1.
The red (USA only) or
(Canada
only) indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster goes out.
The electric parking brake cannot be
released unless the SmartKey is in position
1 in the ignition lock or the ignition has
been switched on using the Start/Stop
button.
To ensure that you don't roll backwards when pulling away on an uphill slope, engage the electric parking brake.
See also:
EASY-PACK folding floor with stowage
compartment under the trunk floor
(Wagon)
Important safety notes
WARNING
Do not carry unsecured objects under the
EASY-PACK folding luggage-compartment
floor if it is open.
Otherwise, you and other vehicle occupants
could be inju ...
Releasing the parking lock manually
In the event of an electrical malfunction, it is
possible to release the selector lever lock
manually to move it out of position P, e.g. if
you wish to tow the vehicle away.
Do not use any s ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle
control, all seat, head restraint, steering
wheel and rear view mirror adjustments, as
well as fastening of seat belts, must be done
befor ...