Radio ready state and ignition off

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All indicator and warning lamps as well as displays in the instrument cluster go out.

off Transmission position P with the ignition off
When the ignition is switched off, position P is engaged automatically. When in an automatic car wash, for example, ensure that the ignition is not switched off accidentally.◀ For example, the ignition is not switched off in the following situations:

▷ The brake is applied.
▷ The low beams are switched on

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    Instrument cluster
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