STARTING & DRIVING
Note: In some individual situations, the malfunction
indicator lamp in the instrument will illuminate in the
process of automatic engine start. This occurs due to
the low voltage during startup, not indicating actual
faults. If the malfunction indicator lamp remains on
after engine start-up, seek a local MG Authorised
Repairer.
this time, the Start-Stop system indicator lamp on the
instrument pack extinguishes:
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The driver side seat belt is unbuckled.
The driver's door is opened
The bonnet is opened
Note: Extremely low battery power may result in the
engine not re-starting automatically, or even using the
key. In this instance, external power is needed to start
the engine or the battery will require re-charging. See
the section ‘Emergency Starting’ in the ‘Emergency
Information’ Chapter.
With the engine stopped in the automatic Stop-Start
condition, the following actions will cause an automatic
restart:
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Front defrost selected.
Adaptive cruise control system is on.
Activation of the air conditioner, and the temperature
inside the vehicle does not meet the target value.
Battery power falls below a preset limit.
The vehicle begins to move.
Battery
When charging/discharging the battery,
starting the car with an external power
source or supplying power from the vehicle,
the negative cable must be connected to
vehicle body earth point, rather than the
battery negative. Failure to do this will result
in inaccurate battery power calculation
which will effect the automatic engine start.
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The vacuum in the braking system falls below a preset
limit.
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The Start-Stop main switch (2) is pressed.
If any of the following occur after the engine is automatically
stopped, the engine can only be manually started, at
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