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:
Problems with the engine
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
Solutions
The engine does not start. The starter motor can be
heard.
• There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.
• Th ...
Multifunction display
Values and settings as well as display
messages are shown in the multifunction
display.
1 Menu bar
2 Description field ...
Shifting to neutral N
When the vehicle is stationary, depress the
brake pedal.
Push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down
to the first point of resistance.
If the engine has been switched off, the
automatic transmis ...