Transmission Park-Lock Safety Function, often known as Mercedes-Benz Automatic Park

[Chrishazle]

I started this thread in case there are others who are unaware of this safety feature and might find it interesting, as well as as a way to get to know their Mercedes better. I searched the forum and couldn't find anything specifically posted about Automatic Park, also known as Automatic Transmission Park-Lock, Automatic Park-Lock, Park-lock, Drive-Away Protection, etc.

This post probably won't matter to you if this isn't you and you're already familiar with Automatic Transmission Park-Lock.


The subject was brought up in the "What Have You Done To Your Merc Today?" thread by an anonymous user from MSN2004. I must express my gratitude to him for shedding light on this safety feature that Mercedes has implemented; I must admit, even after owning and driving these cars for more than 20 years, I was unaware of it. 👍😁

Also, I'm fully aware that this feature isn't to everyone's liking; in fact, some people think it's the very opposite of useful when doing moves like reversing a caravan, where you need to lean out and/or look behind while driving. Although I wouldn't say it happened while driving a Mercedes, I have witnessed such things happening on private property, so it's not entirely out of the ordinary.

I personally think Automatic Park is a fantastic safety feature; Mercedes developed it as a roll-away prevention system, and it activates when the driver does anything that could cause the car to creep, roll, or lurch. However, as the old saying goes, "one man's meat is another man's poison," so you can't please everyone.

Then what exactly is this "Automatic Park" that I've been raving about? To put it briefly, it is...
When the door is opened while the car is still in Drive or Reverse and the driver is still sitting, Mercedes will automatically shift into Park.

From 2010 and later models, the majority of Mercedes vehicles have this feature: * Controls for changing gears electronically (central toggle or column stalk) * Self-parking electronic brake a seat-occupied detector
The door-open safety interlock can be used.

If your Mercedes is equipped with Park-Lock, you may tell by looking at the following:
* It has park-lock, yes. You can access it using the electronic gear selector on the steering column. * It has Park-Lock, yes, thanks to a little electrical toggle that reads "Electric." A large physical lever for turning power on and off—mechanical—NO, it does not * A stick shift—no park—no, it doesn't

[Chrishazle]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxEu8ez21Kg

[Chrishazle]

I think you would benefit from reading my post and maybe even watching the movie because you are completely incorrect. Oh, I see... It seems like you're against my attempts to produce useful postings in some way 

[developer]

Sorry about that. I agree with you I thought you were posting about active park assistance.

Based on the vast majority of your previous postings, which address topics that have been discussed ad nauseam.


Regardless, a full video dedicated to that function?


I removed my message so as not to further derail your thread.

[Chrishazle]

You have been a member since 2003, so it is understandable that you have encountered the subjects in my threads numerous times. Conversely, I have been a member for only 10 months and continue to discover new information about a marque I have owned for decades. Furthermore, I am confident there are other members like myself, which is why I invest significant time and effort in assisting newer members rather than the seasoned veterans, who I presume possess extensive knowledge and lack interest in my posts, which may seem trivial to them. Similarly, I am not directing my efforts towards these forum experts, as they certainly do not require assistance from someone like me.

This is an international forum for Mercedes owners and enthusiasts, encompassing both members and guests. My intention is to offer assistance, advice, insights, and occasionally share humorous clips, cartoons, or light-hearted content. I do not aim to impart knowledge to those already well-versed, as I have previously stated; those with expertise may simply bypass my threads, as I have reiterated multiple times.


My little movie elucidates the function, since a 'picture' conveys a thousand words, making it more comprehensible than text. Therefore, I believe a comprehensive video on the topic is warranted, and at 2 minutes and 4 seconds, it is relatively concise.

[Screwdriver_1]

Much obliged.


Indeed, all owners possess varying levels of expertise, and in my opinion, a dedicated thread is beneficial.

I possess a Mercedes from the year 2004.
The primary reason I purchased my first Mercedes was due to the automatic gearbox.
I acquired my first Mercedes-Benz in 2005, a vehicle with a 53 registration plate, and my second in 2008, a vehicle with a 07 registration plate.
Both vehicles were of the W203 series. These vehicles lacked this safety function, as I nearly discovered at my expense.



On multiple occasions throughout the years of owning these vehicles, I inadvertently left them in Drive mode and exited the car to verify their positioning inside the parking lines. This occurred a few times during work hours following difficult encounters with unpleasant clients. Fortunately, because to the flatness of the parking space, I observed the car moving slowly and in promptly.



In 2016, I acquired my inaugural brand new Mercedes GLE. Several months after acquiring this vehicle, while concurrently owning the C-Class, I did not operate the GLE daily. As I acclimated to the GLE's dimensions in relation to London's narrow side streets, I discovered the 'park/drive safety function' when I parked in our driveway and opened the door to verify the vehicle's alignment. At first, I was somewhat astonished, but I swiftly comprehended the situation.



This is an exceptional feature, and I am uncertain whether other brands offer this choice; if they do, many may only discover it upon neglecting to disengage the gears. Conversely, I remember someone stating that it can be a "nuisance."
Upon opening the door to briefly inspect something, the vehicle may engage its safety mode.
If I recall correctly, someone mentioned in the same topic that this safety feature can be deactivated, however it is not applicable to me. It is exceptional.
enhancement of the safety features on my Mercedes-Benz