MG GS Owner's Handbook Manual page 255

STARTING & DRIVING
If any of the following conditions occur during automatic
engine stop, the engine can only be restarted using the
key, during this time the instrument pack indicator will
extinguish.
• The driver side seat belt is unbuckled.
• The driver side door is open.
• Bonnet is open.
At this time the Stop/Start fuel saving system indicator
on the instrument will extinguish to indicate engine start
phase.(1 in figure):
Stall Assist
Once Stop/Start intelligent fuel saving system is enabled
without inhibition conditions.
On manual vehicles, if the engine cuts out, or is stalled
whilst Stop/Start is enabled, selection of neutral and
pressing the clutch pedal will automatically restart the
engine.
Note: Extremely low battery power may result in the
engine not re-starting automatically, or even using
the handset key. In this instance, external power is
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needed to start the engine or the battery will require
re-charging. See the section 'Emergency Starting' in
the 'Emergency Information' Chapter.
Battery
When charging the battery, starting the car
with an external power source or supplying
power from the vehicle, the negative cable
must be connected to a suitable position on
the vehicle body. Failure to do this will result
in inaccurate battery power calculation
which will effect automatic Stop/Start
control.
DO NOT disconnect the battery sensor unless
absolutely necessary. removal will result in
inaccurate battery power calculation which
will effect automatic Stop/Start control.
Note: Failure to operate within the following
guidelines will effect battery performance and
automatic Stop/Start control: