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Parking brake malfunction (p. 382)

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Auto-hold brakes (p. 383)

Activating and deactivating the

parking brake

Use the parking brake to help keep the vehicle
stationary when it is parked.

Activating the parking brake

1. Pull up the control.

> The symbol in the instrument panel will

illuminate when the parking brake is acti-
vated.

2. Make sure the vehicle is stationary.

Symbol in the instrument panel

Symbol

Meaning

The symbol will be illuminated
when the parking brake is acti-
vated.

A flashing symbol indicates that a
fault has been detected. Read the
message in the instrument panel.

Canadian models.

US models.

Automatic activation

The parking brake is applied automatically:

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if the Auto-hold function (automatic brake
application when the vehicle is stationary) is
activated and the vehicle has been stationary
for a prolonged period of time (5-10
minutes).

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when the gear selector is moved to P on a
steep hill.

•

when the ignition is switched off and the set-
ting for automatically activating the parking
brake is activated in the center display.

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Emergency braking

In an emergency, the parking brake can be acti-
vated when the vehicle is moving by pulling and
holding up the control. The braking process is
canceled when the control is released or if the
accelerator pedal is depressed.

NOTE

In case of emergency braking at high speeds,
a signal sounds during the brake procedure.

Deactivating the parking brake

Deactivating manually

1. Depress the brake pedal firmly.

2. Press the control.

> The parking brake will release and the

symbol in the instrument panel will go out.

Deactivating automatically

1. Fasten your seat belt.

2. Depress the brake pedal firmly.

3. Start the vehicle.

4. Move the gear selector to D or R and press

the accelerator pedal.
> The parking brake will release and the

symbol in the instrument panel will go out.

NOTE

When the vehicle is initially started, the park-
ing brake could disengage automatically even
if the driver's seat belt is not buckled.

Related information

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Settings for automatically activating the park-
ing brake (p. 381)

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Parking brake malfunction (p. 382)

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Parking brake (p. 379)

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Parking on a hill (p. 382)

Settings for automatically activating

the parking brake

Choose whether the parking brake should be
activated automatically when the vehicle is
switched off.

This selection is made in the Settings menu in
the center display.

1. Tap

Settings

in the Top view.

2. Tap

My Car

Parking Brake and

Suspension

and select or deselect the

Auto Activate Parking Brake

function.

Related information

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Activating and deactivating the parking brake
(p. 380)

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Parking brake (p. 379)

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Parking on a hill

Always use the parking brake when parking on a
hill.

WARNING

Always apply the parking brake when parking

on an incline. Selecting a gear or putting the

automatic transmission in P may not be suffi-

cient to keep the vehicle stationary in all sit-

uations.

If the vehicle is pointing uphill:

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Turn the front wheels so they are pointing
away from the curb.

If the vehicle is pointing downhill:

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Turn the front wheels so they are pointing
toward the curb.

Heavy load uphill

Heavy loads, such as a trailer, could cause the
vehicle to roll backward when the parking brake
is released automatically on steep uphill gradi-
ents. To help avoid this, pull the control upward
while you are driving away. Release the control
when the vehicle gains traction.

Related information

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Activating and deactivating the parking brake
(p. 380)

Parking brake malfunction

If you are unable to deactivate or activate the
parking brake after several attempts, contact an
authorized Volvo workshop.

A audible warning signal will sound if the parking
brake is applied while the vehicle is being driven.

If the vehicle must be parked before the problem
is rectified, turn the wheels as when parking on
an incline and put the gear selector in P.

Low battery charge level

If the battery charge level is too low, it will not be
possible to apply or release the parking brake.
Connect an auxiliary battery to the vehicle if the
battery is discharged.

Replacing brake pads

Due to the design of the electric parking brake,
the rear brake pads must be replaced by a work-
shop. An authorized Volvo workshop is recom-
mended.

Symbols in the instrument panel

Symbol

Meaning

A flashing symbol indicates that a
fault has been detected. See the
message in the instrument panel.

Fault in the brake system. See the
message in the instrument panel.

Information message in the instru-
ment panel.

Canadian models.

US models.

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Related information

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Activating and deactivating the parking brake
(p. 380)

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Start battery (p. 559)

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Volvo's service program (p. 538)

Auto-hold brakes

With the Auto-hold brake function, the driver can
release the brake pedal and the brakes will
remain applied, for example, when the vehicle
has stopped at a traffic light or intersection.

When the vehicle stops, the brakes are activated
automatically. The function can use either the
normal brakes or the parking brakes to keep the
vehicle stationary and works on flat surfaces or
hills. When driving off, the brakes will be automat-
ically released if the driver's seat belt is buckled.

NOTE

When braking to a stop on an uphill or down-
hill gradient, depress the brake pedal with
slightly more force than usual before releas-
ing to ensure that the vehicle cannot move at
all.

The parking brake is activated if:

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the vehicle is switched off

•

the driver's door is opened

•

the driver's seat belt is removed

•

the vehicle has been stationary for a pro-
longed period of time (5-10 minutes)

Symbols in the instrument panel

Symbol

Meaning

This symbol illuminates when the
function is using the normal brakes
to keep the vehicle stationary.

This symbol illuminates when the
function is using the parking brake
to keep the vehicle stationary.

Canadian models.

US models.

Related information

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Activating and deactivating Auto-hold at a
standstill (p. 384)

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Brakes (p. 377)

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Parking brake (p. 379)

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Hill Start Assist (p. 384)

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Activating and deactivating Auto-

hold at a standstill

The Auto-hold brake function at a standstill is
activated with the button in the tunnel console.

–

Press the button in the tunnel console to
activate or deactivate the function.
> The indicator light in the button will illumi-

nate when the function is activated. The
function will remain active the next time
the vehicle is started.

When shutting off

If the function is active and holding the
vehicle stationary using the normal
brakes (A symbol lit), the brake pedal
must be depressed while pressing the

button in order to deactivate Auto-hold.

•

The function will remain off until it is reactiva-
ted.

•

When Auto-hold is switched off, Hill Start
Assist (HSA) will remain active to help pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling backward when
starting up a hill.

Related information

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Auto-hold brakes (p. 383)

Hill Start Assist

The function for assisting when starting the vehi-
cle on inclines, Hill Start Assist (HSA), helps
prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when
starting on an uphill gradient. When backing up
a hill, HSA helps prevent the vehicle from rolling
forward.

The function retains pressure from the brake
pedal in the brake system for several seconds
after the brake pedal has been released.

This temporary braking effect is released after a
few seconds or when the driver begins driving.

Hill Start Assist is available even if the Auto-hold
brake function is switched off.

Related information

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Auto-hold brakes (p. 383)

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Brakes (p. 377)

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Braking assist after a collision

In a collision in which the activation level is
reached for the pyrotechnic seat belt tensioners
or airbags, or if a collision with a large animal is
detected, the vehicle's brakes will be automati-
cally activated. This function is intended to help
prevent or reduce the effects of any subsequent
collision.

After a serious collision, it may no longer be pos-
sible to control and steer the vehicle. In order to
avoid or mitigate a possible further collision with
a vehicle or an object in the vehicle's path, the
brake assist system is activated automatically to
help stop the vehicle safely.

The brake lights and hazard warning flashers are
activated during braking. When the vehicle has
stopped, the hazard warning flashers will con-
tinue to flash and the parking brake will be
applied.

If braking is not appropriate, e.g. if there is a risk
of being hit by passing traffic, the driver can over-
ride the system by depressing the accelerator
pedal.

This function assumes that the brake system is
intact after a collision.

Brake assist is part of the Rear Collision Warning
and Blind Spot Information safety systems.

Related information

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Rear Collision Warning (p. 314)

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BLIS

* (p. 315)

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Brake functions (p. 376)

Transmission

The transmission is part of the vehicle's driveline
(power transmission) between the engine and
the drive wheels. The function of the transmis-
sion is to change gears depending on speed
and power needs.

The vehicle has an 8-speed automatic transmis-
sion. The number of gears allows the engine's
torque and power band to be effectively utilized.
Two of the gears are overdrive gears that save
fuel when driving at a constant engine speed.
Manual shifting is also possible. The instrument
panel shows the gear currently in use.

CAUTION

Check the operating temperature of the
transmission to help avoid damage to any of
the drive system components. If there is a risk
of overheating, a warning symbol will appear
in the instrument panel and a text message
will be displayed. Follow the recommenda-
tions given.

Symbols in the instrument panel

If a problem should occur with the transmission, a
symbol and a message will appear in the instru-
ment panel.

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Symbol

Meaning

Information and messages related
to the transmission. Follow the rec-
ommendations provided.

Hot or overheated transmission.
Follow the recommendations provi-
ded.

Reduced performance

Acceler-

ation performance reduced

In the event of a temporary fault in
the driveline, the vehicle may go
into a "limp home" mode with
reduced power output to help avoid
damage to the driveline.

Related information

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Gear selector positions for automatic trans-
missions (p. 386)

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Gear indicator

* (p. 389)

Gear selector positions for

automatic transmissions

In vehicles with an automatic transmission, the
system selects the optimal gear for the current
driving conditions. The transmission also has a
manual mode.

The instrument panel shows which gear is cur-
rently in use:

In manual gear mode, the gear indicator in the
instrument panel displays the gear currently
being used.

Selecting gears

The gear selector is a shift-by-wire selector,
where shifting is done electronically instead of
mechanically. This makes shifting easier and the
gear positions more distinct.

Change gear position by pushing the spring-loa-
ded gear selector forward or rearward, or to the
side for manual shifting.

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Gear selector positions

Park - P

Park is activated using the P button located next
to the gear selector.

Select P when the vehicle is parked or when star-
ting the engine. The vehicle must be stationary
when Park is selected.

To move to another gear from Park, the brake
pedal must be depressed and the ignition in
mode II.

When parking – apply the parking brake before
shifting to Park.

WARNING

Always apply the parking brake when parking

on an incline. Selecting a gear or putting the

automatic transmission in P may not be suffi-

cient to keep the vehicle stationary in all sit-

uations.

NOTE

The gear selector must be in the P position
before the vehicle can be locked and the
alarm set.

Help functions

The system will automatically shift to P:

•

if the ignition is switched off while D or R is
selected.

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if the driver unbuckles the seat belt and
opens the driver's door while the vehicle is
running with the gear selector in a gear other
than P.

To park a vehicle with an unbuckled seat belt and
open door – end P mode by shifting to R or D
again.

Reverse - R

Select R when backing up. The vehicle must be
stationary when Reverse is selected.

Neutral - N

No gear is selected and the engine can be
started. Apply the parking brake if the vehicle is
stationary with the gear selector in N.

To move the gear selector from Neutral to
another gear, the brake pedal must be depressed
and the ignition in mode II.

D drive mode

D is the normal driving gear position. The trans-
mission shifts up or down automatically depend-
ing on acceleration and speed. The vehicle must
be stationary when the gear selector is moved
from R to D.

Manual shifting mode - M

Manual shifting mode can be selected at any
time during a drive. Engine braking will occur
when the accelerator pedal is released.

Select manual shifting mode by moving the gear
selector rearward from the D position. The instru-
ment panel shows which gear is engaged.

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Push the gear selector to the right toward
"+" (plus) and release to shift up one gear.

•

Push the gear selector to the left toward "–"
(minus) and release to shift down one gear.

•

Push the gear selector rearward to return to
D mode.

Manual shifting mode in the instrument panel.

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Shiftlock (p. 389)

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Using the steering wheel paddles

* to shift

(p. 388)

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The kickdown function (p. 389)

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Gear indicator

* (p. 389)

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Using the steering wheel paddles

to shift

The steering wheel paddles are a supplement to
the gear selector and make it possible to shift
manually without removing your hands from the
steering wheel.

Activating the steering wheel paddles

In order to shift gears using the paddles, they
must first be activated:

–

Pull one of the paddles toward the steering
wheel.
> A number in the instrument panel indi-

cates the current gear being used.

Instrument panel when the paddles are activated for
shifting.

In shift mode M, the paddles are automatically
activated.

Change

To shift one gear:

–

Pull one of the paddles toward the steering
wheel and then release.

"-": Shift down one gear.

"+": Shift up one gear.

As long as the engine speed (rpm) is within the
permissible range for the selected gear, a gear
shift will take place each time a paddle is pulled.

After each gear shift, a number indicating the
current gear will be displayed in the instrument
panel.

Turning off Start/Stop

Manual deactivation in gear position D
–

Deactivate the paddles by pulling the right
paddle (+) toward the steering wheel and
holding it until the number of the current
gear is no longer displayed in the instrument
panel.

Automatic deactivation

In gear position D, the steering wheel paddles
are deactivated after a short period of time if they
are not used. The number of the current gear will
no longer be displayed in the instrument panel. If
engine braking is currently being used, the pad-
dles will remain active until engine braking stops.

In gear position M, the paddles will not activate
automatically.

Related information

•

Gear selector positions for automatic trans-
missions (p. 386)

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Gear indicator

* (p. 389)

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Shiftlock

The automatic transmission's shiftlock function
helps prevent inadvertently moving the gear
selector between different positions.

Automatic shiftlock

The automatic shiftlock has a separate safety
system.

From Park - P

To move the gear selector from the P position,
the brake pedal must be depressed and the igni-
tion in mode II.

From Neutral - N

If the gear selector is in N and the vehicle has
been stationary for at least 3 seconds (with or
without the engine running), the gear selector will
be locked in that position.

To move the gear selector from N to another
gear, the brake pedal must be depressed and the
ignition in mode II.

Messages in the instrument panel

If the gear selector is locked in position, a mes-
sage will appear in the instrument panel, e.g.

Gear lever

Press brake pedal to activate

gear lever

There is no mechanical shiftlock function.

Related information

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Gear selector positions for automatic trans-
missions (p. 386)

The kickdown function

Kickdown is used when maximum acceleration is
needed, e.g. when passing.

When the accelerator pedal is depressed all the
way to the floor (past the normal full accelerator
position), the transmission will automatically
engage kickdown, i.e. immediately shift down to a
lower gear.

If the accelerator pedal is released from the kick-
down position, the transmission will automatically
shift up again.

Safety function

The transmission control module is equipped with
a downshift protection feature to help prevent the
engine from overheating.

In some conditions, the transmission will prevent
downshifting/kickdown if this would lead to such
high engine speed (rpm) that the engine could
be damaged. If the driver still attempts downshift-
ing or kickdown at a high rpm, nothing will hap-
pen and the original gear will remain selected.

With kickdown, the vehicle can downshift one or
more steps at a time depending on the engine
speed. The vehicle upshifts when the engine rea-
ches its maximum rpm to prevent engine dam-
age.

Related information

•

Gear selector positions for automatic trans-
missions (p. 386)

Gear indicator

The gear indicator in the instrument panel shows
the gear currently being used for manual shifting
and indicates when another gear should be
selected to optimize fuel economy.

For eco-friendly driving when manually shifting, it
is important to use the correct gear and to shift
gears in good time.

The gear indicator shows the current gear in the
instrument panel and indicates recommended
upshifting with a flashing plus sign.

Related information

•

Gear selector positions for automatic trans-
missions (p. 386)

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All Wheel Drive (AWD)

All-wheel drive, All Wheel Drive (AWD), also
called four-wheel drive, means that power is dis-
tributed to all four wheels, which improves trac-
tion.

To achieve the best traction, power is automati-
cally directed to the wheels that have the best
grip. The system continuously calculates the
need for torque to the rear wheels, and can
immediately redistribute up to half of the engine's
torque to the rear wheels.

All-wheel drive also has a stabilizing effect at
higher speeds. In normal driving conditions, most
of the engine's power is directed to the front
wheels. When the vehicle is stationary, all-wheel
drive is always activated in preparation for maxi-
mum traction during acceleration.

All-wheel drive reacts differently depending on
which drive mode

* is selected.

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Transmission (p. 385)

Drive modes

Drive modes affect the vehicle's driving charac-
teristics in different ways to enhance and sim-
plify the driving experience in certain types of sit-
uations.

Drive modes enable easy access to the vehicle's
many functions and settings in different driving
situations. The following systems are adapted to
help optimize driving characteristics in each drive
mode:

•

Steering

•

Engine/transmission/all-wheel drive

•

Brakes

•

Shock absorbers

•

Instrument panel

•

Start/Stop function

•

Climate control settings

Select the drive mode that is best suited to the
current driving conditions. Keep in mind that not
all drive modes are available in all situations.

Available drive modes

COMFORT

•

This is the vehicle's default mode.

When the engine is started, the vehicle will be in
Comfort mode and the Start/Stop function will be
activated. This setting offers driving comfort, light
steering and soft suspension.

ECO

•

Adapt the vehicle for more fuel-efficient and
eco-friendly driving with Eco mode.

In this mode, the Start/Stop function is activated
and certain climate settings are reduced.

The instrument panel has an ECO gauge to facili-
tate fuel-efficient driving.

OFF ROAD

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Maximizes the vehicle's ability to traverse dif-
ficult terrain or poor roads.

Steering is light and all-wheel drive and Hill
Descent Control are activated. The Start/Stop
function is deactivated.

This mode can only be activated at low speeds.
The permitted speed range will be shown in the
speedometer. If this speed is exceeded, Off road
mode will be deactivated and another drive mode
activated.

In Off road mode, a compass will be displayed
between the speedometer and the tachometer in
the instrument panel.

NOTE

This drive mode is not designed to be used
for normal street driving.

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DYNAMIC

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Dynamic mode is designed to provide sport-
ier driving characteristics and a faster accel-
eration response.

Gear shifting will be faster and more distinct and
the transmission will prioritize gears with a higher
traction force.

Steering response is faster and suspension is
stiffer

to help reduce body roll when cornering.

The Start/Stop function is deactivated.

INDIVIDUAL

•

Customizes drive mode to personal preferen-
ces.

Select one of the drive modes as a basis and
adjust the settings to achieve your preferred driv-
ing characteristics. These settings will be stored
in your driver profile.

Individual drive mode is only available if it has
been activated in the center display.

Settings view

for Individual drive mode.

1. Tap

Settings

in the Top view.

2. Tap

My Car

Individual Drive Mode

and

select

Individual Drive Mode

3. Under

Presets

, select one of the following

drive modes as a basis:

Eco

Comfort

Dynamic

The following settings can be modified:

•

Driver Display

•

Steering force

•

Powertrain Characteristics

•

Brake Characteristics

•

Suspension Control

•

ECO Climate

•

Start/Stop

Related information

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Changing drive mode

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ECO drive mode (p. 392)

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Economical driving (p. 403)

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Start/Stop function (p. 395)

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•

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All Wheel Drive (AWD) (p. 390)

Vehicles with Four-C.

The image is schematic and the details may vary depending on vehicle model or software update.

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Changing drive mode

The drive mode is changed using the button in
the center console.

Select the drive mode that is best suited to the
current driving conditions. Keep in mind that not
all drive modes are available in all situations.

To change drive mode:

1. Tap the DRIVE MODE button.

> A pop-up menu opens in the center dis-

play with the active drive mode marked.

2. Drive mode can be selected two different

ways:

•

Tap the desired drive mode directly on the
touchscreen to select and activate it.

•

Tap the DRIVE MODE button again to
move the cursor to the desired drive
mode. The selected drive mode is acti-
vated after a brief delay.

If a drive mode is grayed out in the pop-up menu,
it cannot be selected.

Related information

•

Drive modes

* (p. 390)

•

Activating and deactivating ECO drive mode
using the function button (p. 394)

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Activating and deactivating Low Speed Con-
trol

* using the function button (p. 400)

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Activating and deactivating Hill Descent Con-
trol

* using the function button (p. 402)

ECO drive mode

The Eco drive mode optimizes the vehicle's driv-
ing characteristics for more fuel-efficient and
eco-friendly driving.

Use this mode to save fuel and promote eco-
friendly driving.

When ECO mode is activated, the following cha-
racteristics are modified:

•

The automatic transmission's shifting points.

•

Engine control and accelerator pedal
response.

•

Eco Coast functionality is activated and
engine braking is disabled when the acceler-
ator pedal is released at speeds between
65 and 140 km/h (40 and 87 mph).

•

Some of the climate system settings will be
reduced or switched off.

•

Information will be shown in the ECO gauge
in the instrument panel to help promote
more eco-friendly and economical driving.

Coast function Eco Coast

Eco Coast essentially deactivates engine braking,
allowing the vehicle's kinetic energy to be used
to roll greater distances. When the driver releases
the accelerator pedal, the transmission is auto-
matically disengaged from the engine. Engine
speed is reduced to idling speed to reduce fuel
consumption.

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This function is most effective in driving situa-
tions where the vehicle can roll freely for a long
distance, e.g. on roads with slight downgrades or
when a decrease in speed is anticipated, such as
when approaching an area with a lower speed
limit.

Activating Eco Coast

The function is activated when the accelerator
pedal is fully released and the following condi-
tions are met:

•

Eco drive mode is activated.

•

The gear selector is in D.

•

The vehicle's speed is approximately
65-140 km/h (40-87 mph).

•

The gradient of the downgrade is less than
approximately 6%.

COASTING will be displayed in the instrument
panel when Eco Coast is being used.

Limitations

Eco Coast is not available if:

•

The engine and/or transmission are not at
normal working temperatures.

•

The gear selector is moved from D to manual
shifting mode.

•

The vehicle's speed is not within the
65-140 km/h (40-87 mph) range.

•

The gradient of the downgrade is more than
approximately 6%.

•

The steering wheel paddles

* are being used

for manual shifting.

Deactivating and turning off Eco Coast

In certain situations, it may be advisable to deac-
tivate or turn off Eco Coast so that engine brak-
ing can be used. These situations might include
driving down steep hills or before passing
another vehicle to help ensure this can be done
as safely as possible.

Deactivate Eco Coast by:

•

Pressing the accelerator or brake pedal.

•

Moving the gear selector to manual mode.

•

Using the steering wheel paddles

* to shift.

Turn off Eco Coast by:

•

Switching drive mode

* or switching off drive

mode Eco in Function view.

It is possible to roll short distances even without
Eco Coast in order to help conserve fuel. How-
ever, for the best fuel economy, Eco Coast should
be activated and used to roll longer distances.

Cruise control Eco Cruise

When cruise control is activated in the Eco drive
mode, the vehicle's acceleration and deceleration
will be slower than in other drive modes to help
further conserve fuel. Because of this, the vehi-
cle's actual speed may be slightly above or below
the set speed.

•

On a level road, the vehicle's actual speed
may differ from the set speed when cruise
control is active and the vehicle is coasting.

•

On a steep uphill gradient, the vehicle's
speed is reduced until the transmission
downshifts. Reduced acceleration is then ini-
tiated in order to reach the set speed.

•

On a downhill gradient in which the vehicle is
coasting, the vehicle's actual speed may be
slightly above or below the set speed. The
function uses engine braking to keep the set
speed. If necessary, the normal brakes are
also applied.

ECO gauge in the instrument panel

The ECO gauge indicates how economical cur-
rent driving is:

•

A low reading in the green area of the gauge
indicates economical driving.

•

A high reading is shown when driving is not
economical, e.g. heavy braking or rapid accel-
eration.

The ECO gauge also has an indicator showing
how a reference driver would drive in the same
driving situation. This is shown by the short
pointer in the gauge.

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ECO Climate

In Eco mode, ECO climate is automatically acti-
vated in the passenger compartment to help
reduce energy consumption.

NOTE

When the ECO function is activated, settings
for certain climate system and electricity con-
suming functions are reduced. Some of these
settings can be reset manually, but full func-
tionality will only be restored by switching off
the ECO function or adapting the

Individual

drive mode to full climate system functionality.

If condensation forms on the windows, tap the
max defroster button, which will function normally.

Related information

•

Changing drive mode

* (p. 392)

•

Activating and deactivating ECO drive mode
using the function button (p. 394)

•

Drive modes

* (p. 390)

•

Economical driving (p. 403)

•

Start/Stop function (p. 395)

Activating and deactivating ECO

drive mode using the function

button

Vehicles that are not equipped with a drive
mode button in the center console have a func-
tion button for the Eco drive mode in the center
display's Function view.

When the engine is switched off, ECO mode is
deactivated and must therefore be reactivated
each time the engine is started. ECO will be dis-
played in the instrument panel when the function
is activated.

Selecting Eco drive mode in the center
display's Function view

–

Tap the

Driving Mode ECO

button to acti-

vate or deactivate the function.

> An indicator light in the button will illumi-

nate when the function is activated.

Related information

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ECO drive mode (p. 392)

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STARTING AND DRIVING

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* Option/accessory.

395

Start/Stop function

Start/Stop is a function that temporarily switches
off the engine when the vehicle has stopped,
e.g. at a traffic light or in heavy traffic, and then
starts it again automatically when the brake
pedal is released.

The Start/Stop function reduces fuel consump-
tion, which helps to reduce exhaust emissions.

The system makes it possible to drive more eco-
nomically and climate-smart by letting the engine
auto-stop when appropriate.

Related information

•

Driving with the Start/Stop function (p. 395)

•

Conditions for the Start/Stop function
(p. 396)

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Drive modes

* (p. 390)

Driving with the Start/Stop function

Start/Stop is a function that temporarily turns off
the engine when the vehicle is stationary and
then automatically starts it again when the vehi-
cle starts moving.

The Start/Stop function is available when the
engine is started and can be activated if certain
conditions are met. The instrument panel indi-
cates if the function is available, active or not
available.

All of the vehicle's ordinary systems, such as
lighting, radio, etc. function normally when the
engine has been auto-stopped. Certain functions
may be temporarily reduced, however, such as
the climate system's blower speed or extremely
high audio system volume.

Auto-stop

To auto-stop the engine:

•

Stop the vehicle by applying the brakes and
keep the brake pedal depressed. The engine
will auto-stop.

In Eco or Comfort

drive mode, the engine may

auto-stop before the vehicle has completely stop-
ped.

With Adaptive Cruise Control or Pilot Assist acti-
vated, the engine will auto-stop after approxi-
mately three seconds.

Auto-start

The following conditions must be met for the
engine to auto-start.

•

Release the brake pedal. The engine will
auto-start and the vehicle can be driven. On
an uphill gradient, Hill Start Assist (HSA) will
activate to help prevent the vehicle from roll-
ing backward.

•

When Auto-hold is activated, auto-start will
be delayed until the accelerator is pressed.

•

When Adaptive Cruise Control or Pilot Assist
are activated, the engine will auto-start when
the accelerator pedal is depressed or the

button on the left-side steering wheel

keypad is pressed.

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Maintain pressure on the brake pedal and
press the accelerator pedal. The engine will
auto-start.

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On a downhill gradient: Release the brake
pedal slightly so that the vehicle begins to
roll. The engine will auto-start after a slight
increase in speed.

Symbols in the instrument panel

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READY will be displayed in the tachometer
when Start/Stop is available.

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An indicator in the tachometer will point
toward READY when Start/Stop is active
and the engine has auto-stopped.

Normal start mode.

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