Mercedes-Benz 2008 C 300 4MATIC Sport, Operator'S Manual

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the electric parking brake is applied.
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ESP ® is malfunctioning.
ECO start/stop function
Introduction
The ECO start/stop function switches the
engine off automatically if the vehicle is stop-
ped under certain conditions.
The engine starts automatically when the
driver wants to pull away again. The ECO
start/stop function thereby helps you to
reduce the fuel consumption and emissions
of your vehicle.
Important safety notes
G WARNING
If the engine is switched off automatically and
you exit the vehicle, the engine is restarted
automatically. The vehicle may begin moving.
There is a risk of accident and injury.
If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off
the ignition and secure the vehicle against
rolling away.
General notes
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ECO start/stop display
If the engine has been switched off automat-
ically by the ECO start/stop function, the
è symbol is shown in the multifunction
display.
Every time you switch on the engine using the
SmartKey or the Start/Stop button, the ECO
start/stop function is activated.
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:
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the indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit
green.
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the outside temperature is within the range
that is suitable for the system.
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the engine is at normal operating temper-
ature.
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the set temperature for the vehicle interior
has been reached.
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the battery is sufficiently charged.
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the system detects that the windshield is
not fogged up when the air-conditioning
system is switched on.
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the hood is closed.
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the driver's door is closed and the driver's
seat belt is fastened.
All of the vehicle's systems remain active
when the engine is stopped automatically.
The HOLD function can also be activated if the
engine has been switched off automatically. It
is then not necessary to continue applying the
brakes during the automatic stop phase.
When you depress the accelerator pedal, the
engine starts automatically and the braking
effect of the HOLD function is deactivated.
The engine can be switched off automatically
a maximum of four times (first stop and three
subsequent stops) in succession.
Automatic engine start
The engine starts automatically if:
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you switch off the ECO start/stop function
by pressing the ECO button.
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you switch to drive program S+.
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in transmission position D or N the brake
pedal is released and the HOLD function is
not active.
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you depress the accelerator pedal.
Driving
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