Parking brake
WARNING
If you must brake the vehicle with the parking
brake, the braking distance is considerably
longer and the wheels could lock. There is an
increased danger of skidding and accidents.
Only use the parking brake to brake the vehicle when the service brake is faulty. Do not apply the parking brake too firmly. If the wheels lock, release the parking brake until the wheels begin turning again.
WARNING
If you leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle, they could set it in motion by, for
example:
• releasing the parking brake
• shifting the automatic transmission out of
the parking position P
• starting the engine.
They could also operate the vehicle's equipment. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
When you apply parking brake ; to brake the vehicle, the brake lamps do not light up.
► To apply: pull parking brake ; up firmly.
Parking brake ; is applied.
When the ignition is switched on or the
engine is running, the 
(USA only)
or
(Canada only) indicator lamp is lit
in
the instrument cluster.
► To release: depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.
The selector lever lock is released.
► Pull parking brake ; up firmly.
► Press release button : on parking brake ; and move parking brake ; down to the stop.
When the ignition is switched on or the
engine is running, the (USA only)
or 
(Canada only) indicator lamp
goes
out in the instrument cluster.
If you pull away with parking brake ; applied, a warning tone sounds.
See also:
Driving on wet roads
Hydroplaning
If water has accumulated to a certain depth
on the road surface, there is a danger of
hydroplaning occurring, even if:
• you drive at low speeds.
• the tires have adequate tread dept ...
Stowage space
Important safety notes
WARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of injury, particula ...
Preparing the vehicle
Your vehicle may be equipped with:
• MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat
properties)
Vehicle preparation is not necessary on
vehicles with MOExtended tires.
• a TIREFIT kit
...