On vehicles with automatic transmission, the key
can only be removed when the selector lever is in
the position.
Starting the vehicle with automatic transmission
— Secure the vehicle with the parking brake.
— Keep the brake pedal depressed.
WARNING
— Move the selector lever to position or
— Press the starter button.
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Steering lock hazard!
During a journey with the engine stopped, the
ignition must always be switched on.
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CAUTION
Danger of unexpected vehicle movement!
NOTICE
At temperatures below -10°C, start the vehicle
with the selector lever in the position.
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Risk of engine overheating!
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the
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Stopping the engine
end of your journey after the engine has been
running at high loads. Leave it to run at an idling
speed for about 1 minute.
— Secure the vehicle with the parking brake.
— Press the starter button.
WARNING
Steering lock hazard!
Start at the push of a button
During a journey with the engine stopped, the
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ignition must always be switched on.
Notes on starting
NOTICE
DANGER
Risk of engine overheating!
Danger of poisoning by exhaust gases!
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the
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Do not run the engine in an enclosed space.
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end of your journey after the engine has been
running at high loads. Leave it to run at an idling
speed for about 1 minute.
Operating conditions
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The vehicle key is located in the vehicle interior.
Starting issues
NOTICE
Risk of key loss, possibly of key damage!
Troubleshooting
The system can detect the key even if it has been
forgotten on the vehicle roof.
NOTICE
Always keep the key with you.
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Danger of engine damage!
Switching the ignition on and off
Do not start the vehicle by towing.
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The engine does not start
— Switch off the ignition.
— Wait 30 seconds and repeat the starting proce-
dure.
— Press the starter button.
— If the engine does not start, use the jump start
cables with the 12 volt vehicle battery of another
vehicle » page 108 or seek the help of a specialist
garage.
Starting the vehicle with manual transmission
— Secure the vehicle with the parking brake.
— Move the shift lever to the neutral position.
— Keep the clutch pedal depressed.
The engine does not start, the display shows a mes-
sage regarding the immobilizer
— Press the starter button.
— Use the other vehicle key.
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