Activating/deactivating the residual heat function
The residual heat function is only available in Canada It is possible to make use of the residual heat of the engine to continue heating the stationary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after the engine has been switched off. The heating time depends on the temperature that has been set.
The blower will run at a low speed regardless of the airflow setting.
If you activate the residual heat function at high temperatures, only the ventilation will be activated. The blower runs at medium speed.
- Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the
ignition lock or remove it.
- To activate: press the button.
The indicator lamp in the
button lights up.
- To deactivate: press the
button.
The indicator lamp in the
button goes out.
Residual heat is deactivated
automatically:
- after about 30 minutes
- when the ignition is switched on
- if the battery voltage drops
- if the coolant temperature is too low
See also:
Transmission positions
Park position
Do not shift the transmission into
position P unless the vehicle is
stationary. The parking lock should
not be used as a brake when
parking. In addition to engaging the
parki ...
Center console
Center console
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Important safety notes
The use of seat belts and infant and child
restraint systems is required by law in all 50
states, the District of Columbia, the U.S.
territories and all Canadian provinces.
Even where this is no ...