Hold feature
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From: Connecticut
2018 BMW 540d
I'm not sure for which models the hold feature is standard and for which it's not but my 2011 E Class,equipped with P1 and Distronic Plus (and not much else),has it.It's pretty easy to deploy...when you're at a complete stop just firmly press the brake pedal and it will deploy (assuming you have it).It took me a couple of tries to master it but it's not difficult.You should see the word "hold" on the instrument panel if the feature's been activated properly.
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From: nova scotia
2025 e 450
Thanks Listerone for your reply.i have tried what you have suggested without success. I have ordered an e class to be delivered in June so really not a big deal. I assume my new vehicle will have this feature. Thanks again.
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2021 GLS580 | 2011 ML350 BlueTec | 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP
I believe the 2011 only has hill start assist which is automatic. The manual claims it will hold for ~1 second, but when I stop in my driveway the car will hold itself there until I accelerate again. To my surprise, it also held while towing. I haven't tried to get it to engage at a stop sign but I don't remember seeing anything in the manual about it.
