Launch Control
Turn signals/
headlamp flasher
Launch Control enables an optimum accelera-
tion when starting off on a road surface with
good traction.
Do not use Launch Control too often; oth-
erwise, the powerful stresses on the vehi-
cle will lead to premature component wear.<
Launch Control is available when the engine is
at operating temperature, i.e. after driving con-
tinuously for approx. 6.2 miles/10 km.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
With the engine running, step on the brake
with your left foot.
1
2
3
High beams
Activate Dynamic Traction Control (DTC),
refer to page 90.
Headlamp flasher
Turn signals
Activate Driving dynamics control, refer to
page 62.
Using turn signals
With the vehicle stationary, activate the
manual mode and select 1st
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
gear.
To turn off manually, press the lever to the
resistance point.
With your right foot, push the accelerator
pedal past the resistance point. The engine
speed for pulling away is adjusted. A flag
symbol appears in the instrument cluster.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator
lamp indicates that a turn signal indicator
has failed.<
6.
7.
When you release the brake pedal, the vehi-
cle accelerates. Keep the accelerator pedal
floored.
Indicating a turn briefly
Press the lever as far as the resistance point for
as long as you wish to indicate a turn.
The upshifting occurs automatically as long
as you keep the accelerator pedal pressed
past the resistance point.
Launch Control will be ready for use again after
you drive a certain distance.
Launch Control is not available for use during
the break-in phase, refer to page 126.
To maintain driving stability, keep DSC
activated whenever possible.<
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