User Manual - Page 129

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The engine starts automatically when the driver
wants to pull away again. The ECO start/stop
function thereby helps you to reduce the fuel
consumption and emissions of your vehicle.
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If the engine is switched off automatically and
you exit the vehicle, the engine is restarted
automatically. The vehicle may begin moving.
There is a risk of accident and injury.
If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off
the ignition and secure the vehicle against
rolling away.
General notes
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ECO start/stop display
The ECO start/stop function is activated when-
ever you start the engine using the SmartKey or
the Start/Stop button.
If the engine has been switched off automati-
cally by the ECO start/stop function, the รจ
ECO symbol is shown in the multifunction dis-
play.
Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the ECO start/stop
function is only available in drive program C.
Automatic engine switch-off
If the vehicle is braked to a standstill in D or N,
the ECO start/stop function switches off the
engine automatically.
The ECO start/stop function is operational
when:
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the indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit
green
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the outside temperature is within the range
that is suitable for the system
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the engine is at normal operating temperature
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the set temperature for the vehicle interior
has been reached
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the battery is sufficiently charged
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the system detects that the windshield is not
fogged up when the air-conditioning system is
switched on
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the hood is closed
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the driver's door is closed and the driver's
seat belt is fastened
All of the vehicle's systems remain active when
the engine is stopped automatically.
The HOLD function can also be activated if the
engine has been switched off automatically. It is
then not necessary to continue applying the
brakes during the automatic stop phase. When
you depress the accelerator pedal, the engine
starts automatically and the braking effect of
the HOLD function is deactivated.
Automatic engine switch-off can take place a
maximum of four times in a row (initial stop, then
three subsequent stops).
Automatic engine start
The engine starts automatically if:
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you switch off the ECO start/stop function by
pressing the ECO button
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in transmission position h or i, the brake
pedal is released and the HOLD function is not
active
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you depress the accelerator pedal
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you engage reverse gear k
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you move the transmission out of position j
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you unfasten your seat belt or open the driv-
er's door
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the vehicle starts to roll
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the brake system requires this
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the temperature in the vehicle interior devi-
ates from the set range
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the system detects moisture on the wind-
shield when the air-conditioning system is
switched on
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the battery's condition of charge is too low
Shifting the transmission to position P does not
start the engine.
Driving
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Driving and parking
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