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:
Petrol engine with BlueDIRECT: the most efficient form of direct injection
The second generation of direct petrol injection made its debut in the CLS
350 CGI introduced in 2006. The six cylinder unit was the world's first petrol
engine with piezo-electric direct injectio ...
Problems with the engine
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
Solutions
The engine does not start. The starter motor can be
heard.
• There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.
• Th ...
High-beam flasher
- To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the
ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the
engine.
- Pull the combination switch in the direction
of arrow 3. ...
