Energy recovery
The energy of motion of the
vehicle
is converted to electrical energy
while coasting. The vehicle
battery is partially charged and
fuel consumption can be lowered.
See also:
Diesel particulate filter
Soot particles are collected in the diesel particulate
filter and periodically burned away at high
temperatures.
During the cleaning period of several minutes:
▷ The engine may temporarily ...
Ignition on
All electrical consumers can operate. The odometer
and trip odometer are displayed in the
instrument cluster.
To save battery power when the engine is off,
switch off the ignition and any unnec ...
Automatic headlamp control
Switch position :
the low beams are switched
on and off automatically, e.g., in tunnels, in twilight
or if there is precipitation. The LED next to
the symbol lights up.
A blue sky with the s ...