Problem
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
The engine does not
start.
The starter motor can-
not be heard.
The on-board voltage is too low. The battery is too weak or dis-
charged.
X
Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 276).
If the engine cannot be jump-started, the starter motor is faulty.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine does not
start.
The starter motor can-
not be heard.
The battery is discharged or faulty.
X
Check the battery for damage.
X
Charge the battery (Y page 263).
Automatic transmission
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If the engine speed is above the idling speed
and you engage transmission position D or R,
the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There is
a risk of an accident.
When engaging transmission position D or R,
always firmly depress the brake pedal and do
not simultaneously accelerate.
!
Vehicles with automatic transmission
may roll only briefly in the neutral position
N. Prolonged rolling of the wheels, e.g.
when being towed, will result in transmis-
sion damage.
i
Be sure to observe the instructions in the
"Tow-starting and towing away" section
(Y page 277).
Selector lever
j
Park position with parking lock
k
Reverse gear
i
Neutral
h
Drive
The display in the instrument cluster shows
the present selector lever position or the cur-
rent shift range:
R
on vehicles with steering wheel buttons
(Y page 187)
R
on vehicles without steering wheel buttons
(Y page 182)
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Automatic transmission
Driving and parking