Activating/deactivating the system manually
Using the button

Using the button
Press the button.
▷ LED comes on: Auto Start Stop function is deactivated.
The engine is started during an automatic engine stop.
The engine can only be stopped or started via the Start/Stop button.
▷ LED goes out: Auto Start Stop function is activated.
Switching off the vehicle during an automatic engine stop
During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle can be switched off permanently, e.g., when leaving it.
1. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is switched off. The Auto Start/Stop function is deactivated.
Automatic transmission: the transmission position P is engaged automatically.
2. Set the parking brake.
Engine start as usual via start/stop button.
See also:
General information
The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps
and courtesy lamps are controlled automatically.
The brightness of some of these lamps is influenced
by the thumbwheel for the instrument
lightin ...
Notes
No loose objects in the passenger compartment
Do not stow any objects in the passenger compartment
without securing them; otherwise,
they may present a danger to occupants for instance
during bra ...
Under the Hood
Both engines incorporate direct fuel injection and turbocharging. The
xDrive35i uses a new 3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder with one turbocharger, while
the xDrive50i uses a 4.4-liter V-8 with two. P ...
