How to release the parking brake on a Mercedes Benz?

How to release the parking brake on a Mercedes Benz?

•► To release: depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. •► Pull release handle 1. 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. •► Shift the transmission to position P.

What do you need to fix parking brake release?

If you are trying to fix the parking brake release all that you will need is a set of screwdrivers and a set of Interior Trim Removal Wedges. When replacing the parking release handle you will also need a Torx Socket Set.

Can a child release the parking brake while driving?

Children could release the parking brake and/or shift the automatic transmission out of park position P, either of which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. •► To apply: depress parking brake 2 firmly.

What happens when you engage the parking brake?

Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle’s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged.

•► To release: depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. •► Pull release handle 1. 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. •► Shift the transmission to position P.

If you are trying to fix the parking brake release all that you will need is a set of screwdrivers and a set of Interior Trim Removal Wedges. When replacing the parking release handle you will also need a Torx Socket Set.

Children could release the parking brake and/or shift the automatic transmission out of park position P, either of which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. •► To apply: depress parking brake 2 firmly.

Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition, the vehicle’s brake lights do not light up when the parking brake is engaged.

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