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:
Crash-responsive emergency lighting
The interior lighting is activated automatically
if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
- To switch off the crash-responsive
emergency lighting: press the hazard
warning lamp button.
or
- ...
Downhill gradients
On long and steep gradients, you
must
reduce the load on the brakes by shifting
early to a lower gear. This allows you to take
advantage of the engine braking effect and
helps avoid overhea ...
Tailgate emergency release (Wagon)
If the tailgate can no longer be opened from
outside the vehicle, use the emergency
release on inside of the tailgate.
On vehicles with a folding bench seat you can
open the tailgate from insid ...