Problems with the engine
Problem | Possible causes/consequences and
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The engine does not start. The starter motor can be heard. | • There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. • There is a malfunction in the fuel supply.
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The engine does not start. You cannot hear the starter motor. | The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak or
discharged.
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The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high.
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The engine is not running smoothly and is misfiring. | There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or a mechanical
component of the engine management system.
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The coolant temperature gauge shows a value above 248 °F (120 °C). | The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine
is no longer being cooled sufficiently.
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See also:
Activating the HOLD function
– Make sure that the activation conditions
are met.
– Depress the brake pedal.
– Quickly depress the brake pedal further
until HOLD display 1 appears in the
multifunction display.
The HOL ...
Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS
Important safety notes
The following contains descriptions of certain
road and traffic conditions in which you must
be particularly attentive. In such situations,
brake if necessary. DISTRONIC ...
Child-proof locks for the rear doors
WARNING
Children could open a rear door from inside the vehicle. This could result in
serious injuries or an accident. Therefore, when children ride in the rear always
secure the rear doors ...