·
R
efill fuel if necessary → page 282 or ob-
tain jump starting assistance
→ page 305.
·
If the engine still does not start, seek
qualified expert assistance.
Do not warm up the engine by running
it while the vehicle is sta
tionary. In-
stead, pull o as soon as there is good visi-
bility through the windows. This helps the
engine reach operating temperature faster
and reduces emissions.
Components with a high power con-
sumption are switched o temporarily
when the engine is started.
When starting from cold, the engine
may be a little noisy for the first few
seconds. This is quite normal, and no cause
for concern.
At outside temperatures of less than
+5°C (+41°F), fumes may be detec-
ted under a vehicle with a diesel engine if
the fuel-powered supplementary heater is
switched on.
Switching o the engine
V
ehicles with ignition lock:
1. Bring the vehicle to a standstill →
.
2.
Park the vehicle → page 183.
3. Switch o the ignition.
4. Observe the messages that appear on
the instrument cluster display
→ page 20.
Vehicles with push button ignition switch:
1. Bring the vehicle to a standstill →
.
2.
Park the vehicle → page 183.
3. Press the push button ignition switch
briefly. If the engine cannot be switched
o, carry out the emergency switch-o
procedure → page 144.
4. Observe the messages that appear on
the instrument cluster display.
Car wash function
Vehicles with an automatic gearbox: If the
ignition is switched o in position N, it is
still possible for the vehicle to roll for the
next 30 minutes. The parking lock P is then
enga
ged automatically if the vehicle is sta-
tionary. A related warning is shown on the
instrument cluster display 1 minute before
the parking lock is engaged automatically
→ page 184.
Warning when leaving the vehicle
In order to indicate that the vehicle is capa-
ble of rolling when leaving the vehicle, an
acoustic warning signal sounds when the
driver door is opened and corresponding
warning messages appear on the display of
the instrument cluster.
WARNING
Never switch the engine o while the ve-
hicle is in motion. T
his can lead to a loss
of vehicle control, accidents and serious
injuries.
·
The airbags and belt tensioners will not
work if the ignition is switched o.
·
The brake servo will not work when the
ignition is switched o. More force is re-
quired on the brake pedal to stop the
vehicle.
·
The power assisted steering will not
work when the engine is not running.
More manual power will be needed to
steer the vehicle.
·
If the vehicle key is removed from the
ignition, the steering lock can activate
and you will no longer be able to steer
the vehicle.
WARNING
The components of the exhaust system
bec
ome very hot. This can cause fires and
serious injuries.
·
Never park the vehicle where parts of
the exhaust system can come into con-
tact with inflammable material under-
neath the vehicle, e.g. undergrowth,
leaves, dry grass, spilt fuel.
·
Never apply additional underseal or an-
ti-corrosion coatings to the exhaust
pipes, catalytic converters, heat shields
or particulate filter.
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