To check whether remote start has started the
engine, the user can press the button (5) - if the
engine has started, there is a light indication by
the buttons (2) and (3).
Active functions
The following functions are activated with a
remote started engine:
•
Climate control system
•
Audio/video system
•
Approach lighting.
Deactivated functions
The following functions are deactivated with a
remote started engine:
•
Headlamps
•
Position lamps
•
Number plate lighting
•
Windscreen wiper.
Remote start is stopped
The following steps switch off a remote-started
engine:
•
The remote control key's button
(1), (2) or (4) is depressed
•
The car is unlocked
•
A door is opened
•
Accelerator pedal or brake pedal is
depressed
•
The gear selector is moved out of P position
•
Active remote start time exceeds 15 minutes.
When a remote-started engine is switched off,
the direction indicators illuminate with a constant
glow for 3 seconds.
Related information
•
Remote start (ERS)* (p. 271)
•
Remote start (ERS) - symbols and messages
(p. 273)
STARTING AND DRIVING
Remote start (ERS) - symbols and
messages
In situations where the ERS function fails or is
interrupted, a symbol is shown in the combined
instrument panel, supplemented by an explana-
tory text message.
ERS function unavailable
Message
Specification
No remote
ERS unavailable because a
start Too many
maximum of 2 ERS activa-
tries
tions in succession are
allowed.
No remote
ERS unavailable because
fuel level too low.
start Low fuel
level
No remote
ERS unavailable because
gear selector is not in P
start Gear not
position.
in P
No remote
ERS unavailable because
start Driver in
someone is in the passen-
ger compartment.
car
No remote
ERS unavailable due to low
start Low bat-
battery voltage. Charge the
tery
battery by starting the
engine.
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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