Conditions for activation
RACE START can be activated when:
- the doors are closed.
- the engine is running and it has reached an operating temperature of approximately 176 °F (80 °C). This is the case when the engine oil temperature in the multifunction display stops flashing.
- SPORT handling mode is activated.
- the steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position.
- the vehicle is stationary and the brake pedal is depressed (left foot).
- the transmission is in position D.
See also:
Instrument cluster
Selecting the unit of measurement for
distance
The Display Unit Speed-/Odometer:
function allows you to choose whether
certain displays appear in kilometers or miles.
The selected unit of measu ...
"Coupling up a trailer" function
This function is only available on vehicles with
a trailer tow hitch.
1 Center of the vehicle on the red guide line
approximately 10 in (0.25 m) away from
the rear area
2 Center of the vehic ...
The Inside
There are some nice, high-grade materials in the R-Class' cabin, but it's
showing its age and would have benefited from an update like the exterior
received.
The most disappointing part of the c ...