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Ignition positions
03
Functions
Ignition switch with remote control key, start/
stop button
Insert and remove the remote control
key
The remote control key is inserted into the ig-
nition switch. With one gentle push the re-
mote control key is captured into the correct
position.
The remote control key is withdrawn from the
ignition switch by means of one touch. The
key is then ejected and can be removed.
Automatic transmission* must be in
position P.
For information on the audio system’s func-
tions with remote control key removed, see
page 109.
Ignition position 0
Insert the remote control key in the ignition
switch.
Ignition position I
Press the remote control key into the ignition
switch and press START/ STOP.
Ignition position II
Press the remote control key into the ignition
switch and press START/ STOP for approx.
2 seconds.
Starting the engine III
Start the engine, see page 81.
Stopping the engine
Press START/ STOP. (If the engine is running
and the car is moving, keep the button de-
pressed until the engine stops).
Return to ignition position 0
Press START/ STOP to return from I, II, or III
to ignition position 0.
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NOTE
The brake/clutch must not be depressed if
ignition positions
I or II are required.
NOTE
Foreign objects in the ignition switch can
impair the function or destroy the lock.
NOTE
During towing, ignition position II should be
used so that the lighting can be switched
on.
Position Function
0
Odometer, clock and temper-
ature gauge are illuminated. The
steering lock is deactivated. The
audio system can be used.
I
Sunroof, power windows,
phone, ventilation fan, ECC,
windscreen wipers can be used.
II
The headlamps come on.
Warning/indicator lamps
illuminate for 5 seconds. All
equipment operates apart from
heated seats and rear window
defroster which only work when
the engine is running.