WARNING
Steering lock hazard!
▶
During a journey with the engine stopped, the igni-
tion must always be switched on.
Starting issues
Troubleshooting
NOTICE
Risk of engine damage!
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Do not start the vehicle by towing.
The engine does not start
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Switch o the ignition.
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Wait 30 seconds and repeat the starting proce-
dure.
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If the engine does not start, start the vehicle using
another vehicle's battery » page 186 or get help
from a specialist company.
The engine does not start, the display shows a
message regarding the immobilizer
›
Use the other vehicle key.
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If the engine does not start, seek the help of a spe-
cialist garage.
Starting is not possible with the starter button, the
system did not detect the key
illuminates
›
Press the starter but-
ton with the key.
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If the engine does not
start, seek the help of a
specialist garage.
The key might not be detected if the battery in
the key is nearly discharged or the signal is faulty.
The engine cannot be turned o with the starter
button
›
Hold the starter button or press twice.
The radiator fan keeps running even after the en-
gine has stopped
The radiator fan can continue to run for approxi-
mately 10 minutes after the engine is stopped. This is
not a defect.
The combustion engine makes noises after the
cold start
The increased running noise is due to the briefly in-
creased engine speed. This is not a defect.
Automatic gearbox
Selector lever positions
Parked vehicle
The drive wheels are
locked.
Only adjust he po-
sition when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
Reverse gear
Only adjust
he po-
sition when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
Idle position
There is no transmission of engine power to the
wheels.
Forward drive/forward drive with recuperation
The gear is changed automatically.
In mode
there is recuperation braking when
driving on a slope and when coasting. This will
re-charge the high-voltage battery.
The recuperation braking can also take place
when the brake pedal is pressed.
Select between and (sprung position)
Selector lever out of position or solve
lights up - the selector lever is locked
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Press the brake pedal,
and at the same time,
press the button in the
selector lever.
WARNING
Danger of the vehicle rolling away automatically!
▶
When the selector lever is in the position , or
in manual shift mode, secure the vehicle with the
brake.
Operation
Start up
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Keep the brake pedal depressed.
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Start the engine.
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Press the button on the selector lever and set it to
the desired position.
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Release the brake pedal and press the accelerator
pedal lightly.
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