Automatic engine start
The engine is started automatically if you:
- release the brake pedal when HOLD is not
activated and the transmission is in
position D or N
- shift the transmission to position R
- depress the accelerator pedal
- have switched off the ECO start/stop
function by pressing the ECO button
- switch to drive program S, S+ or M
- unfasten your seat belt or open the driver's
door
The engine is also started automatically if:
- the vehicle starts to roll.
- the brake system requires this.
- the system detects moisture on the
windshield when the air-conditioning
system is switched on.
- the charge level of the battery is too low.
- the driver's seat belt is removed or the
driver's door is opened.
See also:
Opening and closing
You can continue to operate the
sliding
sunroof after switching off the engine or
removing the SmartKey from the ignition
lock. This function is available for up to five
minutes or until th ...
Front air bags
The front air bags increase protection for the
driver's and front-passenger's head and
chest.
Driver's air bag 1 deploys in front of the
steering wheel; front-passenger front air
bag 2 depl ...
Automatic car wash
WARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after washing the vehicle. This could cause an
accident. For this reason, you must drive particularly carefully after washing the
vehicle until the brak ...
