Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-specific
and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily ava
Concept
The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
The system switches off the engine during a
stop, for instance in traffic congestion or at traffic
lights. Drive-ready state remains switched on.
Functional requirements
Steptronic transmission
The engine starts automatically under the following
preconditions:
By releasing the brake pedal.
When Automatic Hold is activated: press the
acceler
Notes
IMPORTANT: Compressors with plastic belt pulleys:
Avoid impacts/knocks to plastic belt pulley (caused by tools, contact
with
base).
Return faulty compressors in their original packaging only.
In the event of mechanical compressor failure and the resulting ingress of
chips into the refr
WARNING: Read and comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS for handling airbag
modules and pyrotechnical belt tensioners.
Incorrect handling may result in activation of the crash-active head
restraint and thereby cause injuries.
Switch off ignition!
Necessary preliminary work
Clamp off BATTERY NEGATIVE LEA