SKODA OCTAVIA 2013 3.G / (5E) Owner's Manual

Activate/deactivate TCS
Within the ESC system, the TCS can be activated or deactivated in the Infotain-
ment » Infotainment manual , chapter Vehicle settings (key CAR) or with the sym-
bol key  » Fig. 127 .
› Briefly press the symbol button
.
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster and the following message
is shown on the display.
Traction control (ASR) deactivated.
ASR OFF
› Press the symbol button
 again.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster and the following message
is shown on the display.
Traction control (ASR) activated.ASR ON
Enable/disable ESC Sport Within the ESC system, the ESC SPORT can be deactivated or activated in the In-
fotainment » Infotainment manual , chapter Vehicle settings (key CAR) or with the
symbol key 
» Fig. 127 .
ESC Sport is a setting intended for a sporty way of driving. By activating ESC
Sport, the TCS is disabled and the activation of the ESC procedure is delayed so
that the sporty drive will not be compromised if applicable.
› Press and hold the symbol button

.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster and the following message
is shown on the display.
ESC sport: directional stabil. restricted.
ESC SPORT
› Press the symbol button

again.
The warning light 
lights up in the instrument cluster and the following message
is shown on the display.
Stabilisation control (ESC) activated.
ESC ONCAUTIONBy activating ESC Sport, TCS is automatically deactivated. As a result of this, some
of the other vehicle system functions may be limited.
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 137.
ABS prevents the wheels locking when braking. Thus helping the driver to main-
tain control of the vehicle.
The intervention of the ABS is noticeable from the pulsating movements of the
brake pedal which is accompanied by noises.
When the ABS system is active, do not brake periodically or reduce the pressure
on the brake pedal.
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Traction Control System (TCS)
Fig. 128
TCS button
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 137.
If the wheels are slipping, the TCS system adapts the engine speed to the condi-
tions of the road surface. The TCS makes it much easier to start off, accelerate
and climb steep hills even if the conditions of the road surface are unfavourable.
The TCS function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
If your vehicle is fitted with the ESC system, the ASR is integrated into the ESC
system » page 137 . 
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During an intervention of the system, the TCS warning light  flashes in the in-
strument cluster.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example.
› When driving with snow chains.
› When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
› When it is necessary to “rock” a car free when it has become stuck.
The TCS can be deactivated in the Infotainment or with the symbol button

» Fig. 128 » Infotainment manual , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .
The warning light  lights up in the instrument cluster when the TCR is deactiva-
ted.
Ensure the TCS is activated again afterwards.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 137.
EDL
If one of the wheels starts to spin, the EDL system brakes the spinning wheel and
transfers the driving force to the other wheels. This ensures the stability of the
vehicle and a quick journey.
The EDL switches itself off automatically, in order to avoid excessive heat genera-
tion in the disc brake of the wheel being braked. The vehicle can continue to be
driven and has the same characteristics as a vehicle not fitted with EDL. The EDL
switches on again automatically as soon as the brake has cooled down.
XDS
XDL is an extension to the electronic differential lock. XDL does not respond to traction, but to the load relief of the inner front wheel of the driving axle during
fast cornering.
The automatic brake intervention on the brake of the wheel with reduced load prevents the wheel from spinning. Thus, the traction is improved and the vehicle can continue to follow the desired track.
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Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 137.
The DSR indicates to the driver in critical situations a steering recommendation in
order to stabilise the vehicle. The DSR is activated, for example, on the right and
left vehicle side when braking sharply on different road surfaces.
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Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 137.
HBA increases the braking effect and helps to shorten the braking distance.
The HBA is activated by the very quick operation of the brake pedal. To achieve
the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be applied firmly un-
til the vehicle has come to a complete standstill.
The HBA is automatically switched off when the brake pedal is released.The ABS is activated faster and more effectively with the intervention of the HBA.
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Hill Hold Control (HHC)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 137.
HHC allows you, when driving on slopes, to move your foot from the brake pedal
to the accelerator pedal without having to use the handbrake.
The system holds the brake pressure produced by the activation of the brakepedal for approx. 2 seconds after the brake pedal is released.
The brake pressure drops gradually the more you operate the accelerator pedal. Ifthe vehicle does not start off within 2 seconds, it starts to roll back.
The HHC is active from a 5% slope if the driver's door is closed. HHC is always ac-tive on slopes when in forward or reverse start off. When driving downhill, it is in- active.
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Multicollision brakeFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 137.
The multifunction brake deploys automatic braking after a collision in order to re- duce the risk of further collisions. Automatic braking can only be deployed at
speeds of over 10 km/h in the event of a frontal or side impact.
The vehicle is slowed down automatically by the ESC system as long as the brakes, the ESC and the relevant electrical system remain operational after the impact.
Automatic braking is not applied if the driver presses the accelerator during the
accident.
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Parking aid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Function
141
Automatic system activation when moving forward
142
Road display
142WARNING■ The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention and
it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when reversing the vehicle
or carrying out similar manoeuvres. Pay particular attention to small children
and animals as they may not be recognised by the system sensors.■
You should satisfy yourself before reversing that there is no small obstacle,
such as a rock, thin post, trailer drawbar etc., in front or behind your vehicle.
Such obstacles may not be recognised by the system sensors.
■
Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of cloth-
ing cannot reflect the system signals. Thus, these objects or people who wear such clothing are not recognised by the System sensors.
■
External sound sources can have a detrimental effect on the system. Under
adverse conditions, this can cause objects or people to not be recognized by
the system.
CAUTION■ If a warning signal sounds for about 3 seconds after activating the system and
there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. The fault is
also indicated by the symbol  flashing » Fig. 129 on page 141 in the button. ! or
 appears in the Infotainment display. Seek help from a specialist garage.■
The sensors must be kept clean (free of ice, etc.) to enable the system to oper-
ate properly.
■
The system function may be limited under adverse weather conditions (heavy
rain, water vapour, very low or high temperatures etc.).
■
Additional mounted modules, such as a bicycle carrier, can impair the function of
the parking aid.
Note
■ The signal tones for front obstacle recognition are factory-set to be higher than
for rear obstacle recognition.■
If not all fields around the vehicle are shown after the system is activated, the
vehicle will need to be moved a few metres forwards or in reverse.
■
If the system is activated and the selector lever of the automatic gearbox is in
position P (the vehicle cannot move), the warning tone is interrupted and no ob-
stacles are displayed.
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FunctionFig. 129
Range of sensors / system button
Fig. 130
Infotainment display: road display/compact display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 140.
The parking aid (hereafter only referred to as system) works only when the igni- tion is switched on.
The system supports the driver using acoustic signals/Infotainment display when
parking and manoeuvring.
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the bumper
and an obstacle. The ultrasound sensors are integrated in the front/rear bumper.
Image Description - approximate range of sensors (in cm)Range » Fig. 12912 sensors8 sensors4 sensorsA120120-B9060-C160160160D906060E90--
The interval between the acoustic signals becomes shorter as the clearance is re-
duced. A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm - danger area.
From this moment on do not continue driving!
The length of the vehicle can be increased with an installed detachable towing
device. The danger area thus begins at a distance of around 35 cm on vehicles
equipped with a factory-fitted towing device.
For information on setting the acoustic signals and a description of the Infotain-
ment display see » Infotainment manual , chapter Vehicle settings (button CAR) .
Activation/deactivation
The system is automatically activated by selecting reverse gear or pressing the
symbol button 
» Fig. 129 . The symbol 
lights up in the button; activation is
confirmed by a brief acoustic signal.
The system is deactivated by moving out of reverse gear, either by pressing the
symbol button 
or automatically at a speed exceeding 10 km/h (the symbol 
in
the button goes out).
On vehicles which only have rear sensors, the system can only be deactivated by
moving out of reverse gear.
Towing a trailer
On vehicles equipped with a factory-fitted towing device, only the areas
A
and
B
» Fig. 129 of the system are active when operating a trailer, there is no road
display.
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Automatic system activation when moving forwardFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 140.
Automatic activation takes place at a speed below around 10 km/h under the fol-
lowing conditions.
› The distance to the obstacle at the front is less than around 90 cm.
› The distance to the obstacle at the front is less than around 30 cm.
› The distance to the obstacle to the side of the vehicle is less than around
30 cm.
After activation, the following is shown in the left pane of the Infotainment dis-
play » Fig. 130 on page 141 - 
.
Acoustic signals are sounded as of a distance from the obstacle of around 50 cm.
Automatic display can be activated/deactivated in the Infotainment » Infotain-
ment manual , chapter Vehicle settings (CAR button) .

Road display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 140.
The display of the upcoming road changes depending on the steering angle
A
» Fig. 130 on page 141 - 
.
Obstacles that are located on the road are represented by the following colours.
› Red – the distance to the obstacle is less than about 30 cm.
› Yellow – the distance to the obstacle is more than about 30 cm.
Obstacles that are not located on the road are represented by the following col-
ours.
› Red – the distance to the obstacle is less than about 30 cm.
› White – the distance to the obstacle is more than about 30 cm.
The road ahead is displayed when a forward gear or Neutral is engaged or the se-
lector lever is in position N.
The road behind the vehicle is displayed when reverse gear is engaged or the se-
lector lever is in position R.
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Park assist
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Finding a parking space
143
Parking
144
Manoeuvring out of a parallel parking space
145
Automatic brake assist
145
Information messages
145
The parking aid is part of the park assist system, therefore the information and
safety guidelines » page 140 , Parking aid must also be read and observed.
Park Assist (in the following referred to as the system) helps drivers park in suita- ble parallel and perpendicular parking places and also to manoeuvre out of paral-lel parking spaces.
The system only operates if the ignition is switched on. The displays, messages and system instructions are displayed in the MAXI DOTdisplay (in the display only below).
During the parking procedure the system only takes over the steering move- ments, the pedals continue to be operated by the driver.
When the system is activated, the warning light lights up 
» Fig. 131 on
page 143 - 
.
The traction control system (TCS) must always be switched on when parking.
Basis of the system function› The measurement and evaluation of the size of parking spaces when driving.
› The determination of the correct position of the vehicle for parking.
› The calculation of the line on which the vehicle drives backwards into the park-
ing space or forwards from the parking space.
› the automatic turning of the front wheels when parking in, or manoeuvring out
of the parking space. 
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WARNING■The system does not exempt the driver from his/her responsibility for park-
ing in and manoeuvring out of the parking space.■
External sound sources can have a detrimental effect on parking in and ma-
noeuvring out of the parking space. Under adverse conditions, this can cause
objects or people to not be recognized by the system.
■
When parking in, and manoeuvring out of parking spaces, the system auto-
matically executes quick steering movements. While it is doing so, do not place your hands between the steering wheel – risk of injury!
■
When parking or leaving a parking space on loose or slippery surfaces (grav-
el, snow, ice, etc.) you may stray from the calculated road because of the sur-
face conditions. Therefore we suggest that you do not use the system in such
situations.
CAUTION
■ If other vehicles are parked behind the kerb or on it, the system can also guide
your vehicle beyond the kerb or onto it. Ensure that the wheels or the wheel rims
of your vehicle are not damaged and if necessary intervene in time.■
Under certain circumstances, surfaces or structures of certain objects such as
wire mesh fences or powder snow cannot be recognised by the system.
■
The system function may be limited under adverse weather conditions (heavy
rain, water vapour, very low or high temperatures etc.).
■
The evaluation of the parking space and the parking procedure depends on the
circumference of the wheels on the vehicle. The system only works correctly if
the vehicle is fitted with the wheel size approved by the manufacturer.
■
If wheels other than those approved by the manufacturer are mounted, the re-
sulting position of the vehicle in the parking space can differ slightly. This can be avoided by readjusting the system at a specialist garage.
■
Under certain circumstances, the system may not function correctly, for exam-
ple, if the vehicle is fitted with snow chains or a temporary spare wheel.
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Finding a parking spaceFig. 131
System button / display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 142.
The search for a suitable parking space takes place while the display is switched
off. If the display is not switched on using the symbol button  until the driver
drives past the parking space, the system can assess and display this parking
space.
Finding a parallel parking space
›
Drive past the parking space at up to 40 km/h and a distance of 0.5 – 1.5 m.
›
Press the symbol button once

» Fig. 131 .
The display shows » Fig. 131 - 
.
Finding a perpendicular parking space
›
Drive past the parking space at up to 20 km/h and a distance of 0.5 – 1.5 m.
›
Press the symbol button twice

» Fig. 131 .
The display shows the following » Fig. 131 - 
.
The search area for the parking space on the driver's side is automatically indica- ted on the display.
Activate the turn signal on the driver's side if you wish to park on this side of the
road. In the display the search area for the parking space is indicated on the driv-
er's side.
If suitable parking space is found, its parameters are stored until another suitable
parking space has been found or until a distance of 10 m had been driven after
finding the parking space. 
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If the driver changes the parking mode while searching for a parking space, the
symbol button  must be pressed again.
Note
If  the symbol  (km / h) is shown in the display , the vehicle speed should be
reduced below 40 km / hr (parallel parking) or below 20 km / hr (Transverse park- ing) .
Parking
Fig. 132
Display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 142.
Explanation of graphic
Parking place recognised with the information to drive on.
Parking place recognised with the information to engage the reverse gear.
Indication for selecting the forward gear.
Indication for selecting the reverse gear.
The time limit for the parking procedure with the help of the system is 6 minutes. If the system has recognised a suitable parking space, this parking space is
shown in the display » Fig. 132 - 
.
›
Continue driving forwards until the display appears » Fig. 132 - 
.
›
Stop and ensure that the vehicle does not continue to move forward until the
parking procedure starts.
›
Select reverse gear or move the selector lever into position R.
ABCD› As soon as the following message is shown in the display:
 Steer. interv.
Check area around veh.! , let go of the steering wheel. The steering will be tak-
en over by the system.›
Observe the direct vicinity of the vehicle and reverse carefully.
In the event that the parking procedure cannot be carried out in one go, the park- ing process is completed in further stages.
›
If the arrow flashes forwards in the display » Fig. 132 -  , then select 1. gear or
move the selector lever into position R .
The display shows the  icon (brake pedal).
›
Depress the brake pedal and wait until the steering wheel automatically rotates
into the required position, the symbol  goes out.
›
Carefully drive forwards.
›
If the backwards arrow is flashing in the display » Fig. 132 - 
, select reverse
gear again or move the selector lever into position R .
The display shows the 
icon (brake pedal).
›
Depress the brake pedal and wait until the steering wheel automatically rotates
into the required position, the symbol 
goes out.
›
Carefully move backwards.
You can repeat these steps several times in succession.
As soon as the parking procedure is completed, an audible signal sounds and the
following message appears in the display:
Park Assist stopped. Take over steering!
Automatic termination
The system terminates the parking procedure if one of the following cases arises.
› Speed of more than 7 km/h repeatedly exceeded during the parking procedure.
› Time limit of 6 minutes exceeded for the parking procedure.
› System button pressed.
› TCS system switched off.
› Intervention of the driver in the automatic steering procedure (stops the steer-
ing wheel).
› Reverse gear disengaged or selector lever removed from the position
R when
reversing into the parking space.
› Selector lever moved to position
P.
› There is a system fault (system temporarily not available).
› Automatic braking for damage limitation.
If any of the above events occurs, the following warning message is dis-
played. » page 145 .
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Manoeuvring out of a parallel parking spaceFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 142.
Manoeuvring out
›
Press the symbol button once

» Fig. 131 on page 143 .
›
Activate the turn signal for side of the vehicle where the parking space is out of
which you wish to manoeuvre.
›
Select reverse gear or move the selector lever into position R.
›
As soon as the following message is shown in the display:  Steer. interv.
Check area around veh.! , let go of the steering wheel. The steering will be tak-
en over by the system.
›
Observe the direct vicinity of the vehicle and reverse carefully.
›
Follow the system instructions shown in the display.
As soon as the parking procedure is completed, an audible signal sounds and the
following message appears in the information display:
Please take over steering and drive on.
Automatic termination
The system terminates the manoeuvring procedure if one of the following cases
arises.
› Speed of more than 7 km/h exceeded during the manoeuvring procedure.
› System button pressed.
› TCS system switched off.
› Intervention of the driver in the automatic steering procedure (stops the steer-
ing wheel).
› There is a system fault (system temporarily not available).
› Automatic braking for damage limitation.
If any of the above events occurs, the following warning message is dis-
played. » page 145 .
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Automatic brake assist
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 142.
The system provides assistance to the driver with automatic brake assist. The au-
tomatic brake assist does not exempt the driver from his/her responsibility for
the accelerator, brake and clutch.
Automatic braking for preventing cancellations caused by excessive speeds
To prevent the speed from exceeding 7 km/h and to subsequently prevent can-
cellation of the parking procedure, automatic brake support is initiated. The park-
ing procedure can be resumed after automatic braking.
Automatic braking takes place only once per parking procedure.
Automatic braking for damage limitation
The system detects an imminent collision based on the driving speed and the dis-
tance from the obstacle, automatic brake support is initiated.
The system function is ended after this automatic brake assist for damage limita- tion.WARNING■ Automatic brake assist only works as an element of the assist function. The
driver must always be ready to brake the vehicle him/herself.■
Automatic brake assist is ended after around 1.5 seconds. Depress the brak-
ing pedal so that the vehicle does not start moving by itself.
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Information messages
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 142.
Park Assist stopped. Speed too high.
If a speed of 50 km / h is exceeded while searching for a parking space, the sys-
tem with the key symbol is  must be reactivated.
Speed too high. Take over steering!
The parking procedure was ended because the speed was exceeded. Park with a
max. speed of 7 km/h.
Park Assist stopped. Driver steer. intervent.
The parking procedure is terminated due to a driver steering intervention. Park Assist finished. ASR deactivated.
The parking procedure cannot be carried out because the TCS system is deactiva-
ted. Activate the TCS.
ASR deactivated. Take over steering! 
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The parking procedure was ended because TCS was deactivated during the park-
ing procedure.
Trailer: Park Assist stopped.
The parking procedure cannot be carried out because a trailer is hitched. Time limit exceeded. Take over steering!
The parking procedure was ended because the time limit of 6 minutes was passed.
Park Assist currently not available.
The system cannot be activated because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Park Assist stopped. Not available.
The parking procedure was ended because a fault exists on the vehicle. Seek help
from a specialist garage.
Park Assist faulty. Workshop!
The parking procedure is not possible because a fault exists in the system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
ASR intervention. Take over steering!
The parking procedure is terminated by a TCS intervention. Park Assist: indicate and engage reverse
The prerequisites for manoeuvring out of a parking space using the system have
been met. Switch on the turn signals and shift into reverse.
Aut. parking space exit not possible. Space too small.
The manoeuvring procedure using the system is not possible. The parking gap is too small.
Braking intervention. Speed too high.
The driving speed during the parking procedure was too high - automatic brake
assist is initiated.Cruise Control System
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating/deactivating
147
Storing and maintaining speed
147
Changing the stored speed
147
Switching off temporarily
147
Information on the display
148
The Cruise Control System (CCS) maintains a set speed, more than 25 km/h, with-
out you having to actuate the accelerator pedal.
This is only possible within the range which is permitted by the power output and
braking power of the engine.
The warning light 
illuminates in the instrument cluster when the cruise control
system is switched on.
WARNING■ For safety reasons, the cruise control system must not be used in dense
traffic or on unfavourable road surfaces (such as icy roads, slippery roads,
loose gravel) – risk of accident!■
The saved speed may only be resumed if it is not too high for the current
traffic conditions.
■
Always deactivate the cruise control system after use to prevent uninten-
tional switching on of the system.
CAUTION
■ The cruise control system is not able to maintain a constant speed when driving
in areas with very steep gradients. The weight of the vehicle increases the speed
at which it travels. In such cases, a lower gear should be engaged or the foot-
brake applied.■
It is not possible to switch on the cruise control system if the first gear or re-
verse gear is engaged (Vehicles fitted with a manual transmission)
■
The cruise control system cannot be activated when the selector lever is in po-
sitions P, N or R (vehicles with automatic transmission). 
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■The Cruise Control System may automatically switch off when some brake as-
sist systems (e.g. ESC) intervene, when the speed exceeds maximum permissible engine speed, or a similar event takes place.■
The Cruise Control System also remains activated after shifting the gear!

Activating/deactivating
Fig. 133
Operating lever: Cruise control
system controls
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 146.
Activating
›
Move switch
A
» Fig. 133 into the ON position.
Deactivating
›
Move switch
A
» Fig. 133 into the OFF position.

Storing and maintaining speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 146.
›
Activate the cruise control system » page 147.
›
Drive at the desired speed.
›
Push the rocker button
B
into the SET/- » Fig. 133 on page 147 position.
After you have released the rocker button
B
from the SET/- position, the speed
you have just stored is kept constant without having to depress the accelerator.

Changing the stored speed
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 146.
Increasing the speed with the rocker button
B›
Push the rocker button
B
into the RES/+ » Fig. 133 on page 147 position.
If the rocker button is held in the RES/+ position, the speed will increase continu-
ously. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is reached. The set
speed is then stored in the memory.
Decreasing the speed with the rocker button
B
The stored speed can be reduced by pushing the rocker switch
B
into the
SET/- » Fig. 133 on page 147 position.
If the rocker button is pressed and held in the SET/- position, the speed will de-
crease continuously. Release the rocker button once the desired speed is
reached. The set speed is then stored in the memory.
If the rocker button is released at a speed of less than approx. 25 km/h, the speedis not stored and the memory is erased. Once the speed of the vehicle has in-
creased to more than approx. 25 km/h, the speed must then be stored again by
pushing the rocker button
B
into the SET/- position.
Increasing the speed with the accelerator
›
Depress the accelerator pedal.
Releasing the accelerator pedal will cause the speed to drop again to the set
speed.
Decreasing the speed with the brake pedal
The speed can also be reduced by depressing the brake pedal, which temporarily
deactivates the system » page 147.

Switching off temporarily
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 146.
The cruise control system is temporarily switched offby pressing the switch
A
» Fig. 133 on page 147 into the spring-tensioned position CANCEL or by de-
pressing the brake pedal.
The set speed remains stored in the memory. 
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