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Opening
You can open the tailgate automatically using the SmartKey or the handle in the tailgate. Open or close the tailgate fully using the automatic function if you have stopped the tailgate in an inte ...

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 ...

Activating DISTRONIC PLUS
Activation conditions In order to activate DISTRONIC PLUS, the following conditions must be fulfilled: - the engine must be started. It may take up to two minutes after pulling away before DIS ...