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WARNING
First ensure that it is not too high for the traffic conditions which exist at that
moment before resuming the stored speed.
Switching off the cruise control system completely
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Press the switch
A
"START-STOP"
The "START-STOP" system helps you to save fuel while at the same time reducing
harmful exhaust emissions and CO
The function is automatically activated each time the ignition is switched on.
In the start-stop mode, the engine automatically switches to the vehicle's idle
phase, e.g. when stopped at traffic lights.
Information regarding the current state of the "START-STOP" system is indicated
in the display of the instrument cluster.
Automatic engine shut down (stop phase)
Stop the vehicle (where necessary, apply the handbrake).
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Take the vehicle out of gear.
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Take your foot off the clutch.
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Automatic engine restart (start phase).
Push down on the clutch.
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Using the system
Safety
to the right into position OFF.
Fig. 83 Centre console: START-STOP
System button
emissions.
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Driving Tips
Switching the "START-STOP" system on and off
You can switch the "START STOP" system on/off by pressing the button
When start-stop mode is deactivated, the warning light in the button lights up.
If the vehicle is in the stop phase when manually switching off the system, the en-
gine starts immediately.
The START-STOP system involves complicated switching conditions, some of
them cannot be correctly determined without servicing. The general conditions
for the proper functioning of the START-STOP system are listed in the following
overview.
Conditions for the automatic engine shut down (stop phase)
The gearshift lever is in Neutral.
The clutch pedal is not pressed!
The driver has fastened the seat belt.
The driver's door is closed.
The bonnet is closed.
The vehicle is at a standstill.
The factory-fitted towing device is not electrically connected to a trailer.
The engine is at operating temperature.
The charge state of the vehicle battery is sufficient.
The stationary vehicle is not on a steep slope or a steep downhill section.
The engine speed is less than 1200 1/min.
The temperature of the vehicle battery is not too low or too high.
The pressure in the brake system is sufficient.
The difference between the outdoor- and the set temperature in the interior is
not too great.
The vehicle speed since the last time the engine was switched off was greater
than 3 km/h.
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The front wheels are not turned excessively (the steering angle is less than 3/4
of a steering wheel revolution).
Conditions for an automatic restart (start phase)
The clutch is pressed.
The max./min. temperature is set.
General Maintenance
Breakdown assis-
tance
Starting-off and Driving
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Praktik
Technical data
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