See also:

Mercedes-Benz M-Class Owners Manual
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Activation conditions
You can activate the HOLD function if: • the vehicle is stationary. • the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened. • the electric parking brake is released. • the hood is clo ...

Engaging park position P
•► Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the direction of arrow P. The automatic transmission shifts automatically into park position P if you open the driver's door when the vehicle is stati ...