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:
Unlocking the driver's door
(mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with
the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm
system will be trigg ...
Restarting the tire pressure loss
warning system
Restart the tire pressure loss warning system
if you have:
- changed the tire pressure
- changed the wheels or tires
- mount new wheels or tires
– Before restarting, consult the Tire and
Loadi ...
Switching off the manual drive program
Vehicles with the dynamic
handling
package: press the program selector
button. M is no longer shown
in the multifunction display.
AMG vehicles: turn the drive
program
selector until C, ...
