Switch off the engine duringlonger stops
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g., at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic congestion.
Auto Start/Stop function
The Auto Start/Stop function of your vehicle automatically switches off the engine during a stop.
If the engine is switched off and then restarted rather than leaving the engine running constantly, fuel consumption and emissions are reduced.
Savings can begin within a few seconds of switching off the engine.
Using this system can cause certain components of the vehicle to become worn prematurely.
Iin addition, fuel consumption is also determined by other factors, such as driving style, road conditions, maintenance or environmental factors.
See also:
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At a glance
1 Fuel gauge
2 Speedometer
3 Indicator/warning lamps
4 Tachometer
5 Oil temperature
6 External temperature
7 Electronic displays
8 Miles, trip miles
9 Clock
10 Display/reset miles ...
Brake assistant
When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the maximum braking
force boost. It thus helps to achieve the shortest
possible braking distance during full braking.
This ...