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STARTING AND DRIVING
376
Battery drain
Your vehicle's electrical functions drain the bat-
tery to varying extents.
Avoid using ignition mode II as much as posssi-
ble, or electrical functions that require a great
deal of electrical current when the engine is not
running.
Using ignition mode I whenever possible con-
sumes less electrical current.
Functions that require a great deal of electrical
current include:
•
the climate system blower
•
headlights
•
wipers
•
infotainment system (especially at high vol-
ume).
If the battery's charge level is low, a text message
will appear in the instrument panel. The vehicle's
energy-saving function will then turn off or
reduce certain functions that are currently con-
suming electrical current.
If the battery needs to be recharged, start the
engine and let it idle for at least 15 minutes or
drive the vehicle (driving charges the battery
faster than letting the engine idle).
Related information
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Ignition modes (p. 374)
Starting the engine
The engine can be started using the start knob
on the tunnel console if there is a remote key in
the passenger compartment.
Start knob in the tunnel console between the front seats
(generic illustration)
WARNING
Before starting the engine:
•
Fasten the seat belt.
•
Check that the seat, steering wheel and
mirrors are adjusted properly.
•
Make sure the brake pedal can be
depressed completely. Adjust the seat if
necessary.
To start the engine.
1. A remote key must be in the passenger com-
partment. On models with the standard
Passive Start, the key has to be in the front
section of the passenger compartment. If the
vehicle is equipped the optional Passive
Entry system (keyless locking/unlocking) the
key can be anywhere in the vehicle.
2.
Press firmly on the brake pedal
2
.
3.
Turn the start knob toward START and
release it to start the engine.
> The starter motor will crank until the
engine starts or its overheating protection
is triggered.
2
If the vehicle is moving, it is only necessary to turn the start knob toward START to start the engine.
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