Automatic engine start
The engine is started automatically if you:
- release the brake pedal when HOLD is not
activated and the transmission is in
position D or N
- shift the transmission to position R
- depress the accelerator pedal
- have switched off the ECO start/stop
function by pressing the ECO button
- switch to drive program S, S+ or M
- unfasten your seat belt or open the driver's
door
The engine is also started automatically if:
- the vehicle starts to roll.
- the brake system requires this.
- the system detects moisture on the
windshield when the air-conditioning
system is switched on.
- the charge level of the battery is too low.
- the driver's seat belt is removed or the
driver's door is opened.
See also:
Special seat belt retractor
All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are
equipped with a special seat belt retractor.
When activated, the special seat belt
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slacken once the chi ...
MAX COOL maximum cooling
The MAX COOL function is only available in vehicles for the USA.
MAX COOL is only operational when the engine is running.
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