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:
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline
To ensure the longevity and full performance of the engine, only premiumgrade
unleaded gasoline may be used. If there is no premium-grade unleaded gasoline available
and regular-grade unleaded ...
Diesel Power
The GL350 Bluetec's 3.0-liter diesel V-6 makes 210 horsepower. There's some
familiar diesel clatter when accelerating, though the noise is nothing like an
18-wheeler. The sound is more akin to tha ...
Changing gear
The automatic transmission shifts to the
individual gears automatically when it is in
transmission position D. This automatic
gearshifting behavior is determined by:
• a shift range restriction, ...