General malfunctions

▷ CD/DVD changers and players have been optimized for performance in vehicles. In some instances they may be more sensitive to faulty CDs/DVDs than stationary devices would be.

▷ If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check whether it has been inserted correctly.

Make sure that no foreign objects or liquids Foreign bodies/liquids in the CD/DVD slot
Make sure that no foreign objects or liquids get into the CD/DVD slot; otherwise, the CD/DVD player will be damaged.◀

Humidity

High levels of humidity can lead to condensation on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens, and temporarily prevent playback.

    See also:

    Vehicle battery
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    Switch off the engine during longer stops
    Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g., at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic congestion. Fuel savings are achieved after the vehicle is switched off for only approx. 4 s ...

    Start/Stop button
    Pressing the Start/Stop button switches radio readiness or the ignition on or off. Manual transmission: if you press the Start/Stop button and depress the clutch, the engine starts. Automatic ...