How to Release the Parking Brake on a Mercedes-Benz?
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Mercedes-Benz vehicles with foot-operated parking brakes require manual assistance for release: There is a handle on the left side of the steering wheel; pulling it by hand will release the foot-operated parking brake. Below are the steps for using the parking brake: 1. To engage the parking brake, press the brake pedal downward and pull the parking brake lever upward completely. To release the parking brake, press the brake pedal downward, slightly pull the parking brake lever upward, press the button on the end of the handle with your thumb, and then lower the parking brake lever back to its original position. 2. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, always apply the parking brake first before shifting the gear lever to the "P" (Park) position. When parking on an incline, if you shift to "P" first and then engage the parking brake, the weight of the vehicle may make it difficult to shift out of "P" when preparing to drive. 3. When preparing to drive, shift the gear lever out of "P" before releasing the parking brake. 4. Do not engage the parking brake while driving, as this may cause overheating, reduce the effectiveness of the rear brakes, shorten the brake's lifespan, or cause permanent damage. 5. If the parking brake cannot hold the vehicle securely or does not fully release, immediately have it inspected by a dealer or service center. Before leaving the vehicle, always fully engage the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from moving, which could cause injury or damage. 6. When parking, ensure the gear lever of a manual transmission vehicle is in neutral. For automatic transmission vehicles, place the gear lever in the "P" (Park) or "N" (Neutral) position. Most automatic transmission vehicles only allow the ignition key to be removed when in "P." Except under special circumstances, strictly avoid parking with the transmission in a forward gear (D, S, L, or with Arabic numerals) or reverse (R) position.
