Mercedes-Benz 2001 M-Class, Operator'S Manual

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Automatic engine switch-off
If the vehicle is braked to a standstill in D or N,
the ECO start/stop function switches off the
engine automatically.
The ECO start/stop function is operational
when:
R
the indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit
green.
R
no off-road program has been selected.
R
the outside temperature is within the range
that is suitable for the system.
R
the engine is at normal operating temper-
ature.
R
the set temperature for the vehicle interior
has been reached.
R
the battery is sufficiently charged.
R
the system detects that the windshield is
not fogged up when the air-conditioning
system is switched on.
R
the hood is closed.
R
the driver's door is closed and the driver's
seat belt is fastened.
i
All of the vehicle's systems remain active
when the engine has been stopped auto-
matically.
i The HOLD function can also be activated
if the engine has been switched off auto-
matically. It is then not necessary to con-
tinue applying the brakes during the auto-
matic stop phase. When you depress the
accelerator pedal, the engine starts auto-
matically and the braking effect of the
HOLD function is deactivated.
i
The engine can be switched off automat-
ically a maximum of four times (first stop
and three subsequent stops) in succession.
Automatic engine start
The engine starts automatically if:
R
you switch off the ECO start/stop function
by pressing the ECO button.
R
in transmission position D or N the brake
pedal is released and the HOLD function is
not active.
R
you depress the accelerator pedal.
R
you engage reverse gear R.
R
you move the transmission out of position
P.
R
you switch to an off-road program.
R
you unfasten your seat belt or open the
driver's door.
R
the vehicle starts to roll.
R
the brake system requires this.
R
the temperature in the vehicle interior devi-
ates from the set range.
R
the system detects moisture on the wind-
shield when the air-conditioning system is
switched on.
R
the battery's condition of charge is too low.
i
Shifting the transmission to position P
does not start the engine.
Deactivating/activating the ECO start/
stop function
ECO button
X
To deactivate: press ECO button : .
Indicator lamp ; goes out.
X
To activate: press ECO button : .
Indicator lamp ; lights up.
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