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Conditions for activation

Mercedes-Benz C-Class / Mercedes-Benz C-Class Owners Manual / Driving and parking / Driving systems / RACE START / 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.

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