Mercedes-Benz 2016 GLA, Operator'S Manual

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General notes
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ECO start/stop display
The ECO start/stop function is activated
whenever you start the engine using the
SmartKey or the Start/Stop button.
If the engine has been switched off automat-
ically by the ECO start/stop function, the
è ECO symbol is shown in the multifunc-
tion display.
Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the ECO start/
stop function is only available in drive pro-
gram C.
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
the off-road program is deactivated.
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.
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.
Automatic engine switch-off can take place a
maximum of four times in a row (initial stop,
then three subsequent stops)..
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 activate the 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
Shifting the transmission to position P does
not start the engine.
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