Starting the engine, Driving and parking, Driving – Mercedes-Benz 2013 GL Class User Manual
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The engine can be turned off while the
vehicle is in motion by pressing and holding
the Start/Stop button for approximately
three seconds. This function operates
independently from the ECO start/stop
automatic engine switch-off function.
Key positions with KEYLESS-GO
As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light
up. If an indicator lamp does not go out after
starting the engine or lights up while driving,
see (
X
Insert Start/Stop button : into ignition
lock ;.
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When you insert Start/Stop button :
into ignition lock ;, the system needs
approximately two seconds recognition
time. You can then use Start/Stop
button :.
Activating power supply
X
If Start/Stop button : has not yet been
pressed, this corresponds to the SmartKey
being removed from the ignition.
X
Press Start/Stop button : once.
The power supply is switched on. You can
now activate the windshield wipers, for
example.
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The power supply is switched off again if:
R
the driver's door is opened and
R
you press Start/Stop button : twice
when in this position.
Switching on the ignition
X
Press Start/Stop button : twice.
The ignition is switched on.
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The power supply is switched off again if:
R
the driver's door is opened and
R
you press Start/Stop button : once
when in this position.
Start/Stop button
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USA only
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Canada only
Starting the engine
Important safety notes
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WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces
without sufficient ventilation.
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Vehicles with a gasoline engine: the
catalytic converter is preheated for up to
30seconds after a cold start. The sound of
the engine may change during this time.
Automatic transmission
X
Shift the transmission to position
P(
The transmission position display in the
multifunction display shows
P(
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Driving
Driving and parking