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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.255
1. The turn signals will flash several times.
2. The engine will start.
3. The turn signals will illuminate for 3 seconds
to indicate that the engine has started.
After the engine has started, the vehicle remains locked but the alarm is disarmed.
Active functions
When the engine is started with ERS, the follow- ing functions are activated: • The climate control system
• The infotainment system.
• Approach lighting
Deactivated functions
When the engine is started with ERS, the follow- ing functions are deactivated: •
Headlights
• Parking lights
• License plate lights
• Windshield wipers
Related information
•
Engine Remote Start (ERS)
* – switching off
the engine (p. 255)
• Engine Remote Start (ERS)
* – introduction
(p. 254)
Engine Remote Start (ERS) * –
switching off the engine
Any of the following will switch off the engine if it has been started with ERS: • Pressing the lock button (1) or the unlock button (2) on the remote key
• Unlocking the vehicle
• Opening a door
• Depressing the accelerator or brake pedal
• Moving the gear selector from the
P position
• If there are less than approx. 2.5 gallons(10 liters) of fuel in the tank
• More than 15 minutes have elapsed.
If the engine has been started with ERS andswitches off, the turn signals will illuminate for3 seconds.
Message in the instrument panel display
If ERS is interrupted, a text message will be dis- played in the instrument panel.
Related information
• Engine Remote Start (ERS)
* – introduction
(p. 254)
• Engine Remote Start (ERS)
* – starting the
engine (p. 254)
Jump starting
Follow these instructions to jump start your vehi- cle's dead battery or to jump start another vehi-cle's dead battery using your vehicle.
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Connecting the jumper cables
If the 12-volt auxiliary battery to be used is in another vehicle, check that the vehicles are nottouching to prevent premature completion of acircuit. Be sure to follow jump starting instruc-tions provided for the other vehicle. To jump start your vehicle:
1. Switch off the ignition (set the ignition to mode 0, see Ignition modes (p. 74)).
2. First connect the red jumper cable to the auxiliary battery's positive (+) terminal (1).

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Transmission – shiftlock override
If the vehicle cannot be driven, for example because of a dead battery, the gear selectormust be moved from the P position before the
vehicle can be moved 8
.
Shiftlock override
Lift away the rubber mat on the floor of the storage compartment behind the center con-sole to expose the small opening for overrid-ing the shiftlock system.
Insert the key blade into the opening. Press the key blade down as far as possible andkeep it held down.
Move the gear selector from the P position.
For information on the key blade, see Detachable key blade – general information(p. 149).
Related information
• Transmission – general information (p. 256)
• Transmission – positions (p. 257)
• Transmission – Geartronic (p. 258)
• Fuel tank volume – specification and volume(p. 379)
Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA)
When starting on steep hills, HSA (see Transmis- sion – general information (p. 256)) retains pres-sure on the brake pedal for several seconds afterthe pedal has been released in order to keep thevehicle at a standstill. The brakes will be releasedafter several seconds or when the driver pressesthe accelerator pedal. The pedal will return to itsnormal position somewhat slower than normal.
Related information
• Start/Stop – introduction (p. 262)
• Start/Stop – function (p. 262)
• Start/Stop – settings (p. 265)
• Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions (p. 263)
• Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions (p. 264)
• Start/Stop – symbols and messages(p. 266)
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If the battery is dead, the electric parking brake cannot be applied or released. Connect an auxiliary battery if the battery voltage is too low, see Jump starting (p. 255).

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Towing the vehicle Always check with state and local authorities before attempting to tow another vehiclebecause this type of towing is subject to regula-tions regarding maximum towing speed, lengthand type of towing device, lighting, etc.
1. With the remote key fully pressed into theignition slot 14
, press START/STOP ENGINE
for approximately 2 seconds to activate igni- tion mode II.
2. The remote key must remain in the ignition slot15
for the entire time that the vehicle is
being towed.
3. Keep the tow rope taut when the towing vehicle slows down by applying light pressure on the brake pedal. This will help prevent jar-ring movements of the vehicle being towed.
4. Be prepared to apply the brakes to stop the vehicle being towed.
CAUTION
General towing precautions:
• Please check with state and local author- ities before attempting this type of tow-ing, as vehicles being towed are subjectto regulations regarding maximum towingspeed, length and type of towing device,lighting, etc.
• If the vehicle's battery is dead, see Jumpstarting (p. 255) to provide current forreleasing the electric parking brake and to move the gear selector from the
P
position to N. If this is not possible, see
Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 261) for information about manually overridingthe shiftlock system to move the gear selector from P to N.
• Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tow-ing speed.
• Maximum distance with front wheels onground: 50 miles (80 km).
• The vehicle should only be towed in theforward direction.
Related information
• Towing eyelet (p. 288)
• Remote key – functions (p. 147)
Towing eyelet
When used, the towing eyelet should always be securing attached.
Location of the towing eyelet
Removing the front/rear covers
14 Not necessary in vehicles with the optional keyless drive.
15 For vehicles with the optional keyless drive, the remote key must be in the vehicle.

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Engine compartment – overviewThe overview shows the main inspection points in the engine compartment.
Coolant expansion tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Dipstick-engine oil
Filler cap-engine oil
Cover over brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Relay/fuse box
Washer fluid reservoir
Engine compartment - 4-cylinder engines only
Filler cap-engine oil
Coolant expansion tank
Radiator
Brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Relay/fuse box
Washer fluid reservoir
Air cleaner
The appearance of the engine compartment may vary depending on engine model.
WARNING
The cooling fan (located at the front of the engine compartment, behind the radiator) maystart or continue to operate (for up to6 minutes) after the engine has beenswitched off.
WARNING
Before performing any operations in the engine compartment, the ignition should always be completely switched off (in mode 0,
see Ignition modes (p. 74)) and there should be no remote keys in the passenger compart- ment. The gear selector should be in the P
(park) position. If the engine has been run- ning, wait until it has cooled before touchingany components in the engine compartment. The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautionsmust be followed to prevent injury. Alwaysturn the ignition off when:
• Replacing distributor ignition componentse.g. plugs, coil, etc.
• Do not touch any part of the distributorignition system while the engine is run-ning. This may result in unintended move-ments and body injury.
Related information
•Maintenance – opening/closing hood (p. 329)
• Maintenance – owner maintenance (p. 325)

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Related information
•Battery – changing (p. 349)
• Battery – maintenance (p. 348)
• Battery – symbols (p. 346)
Battery – maintenance
Proper battery maintenance can help prolong its service life.
Maintenance
• Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
• If necessary, add distilled water. The levelshould never be above the indicator.
• The fluid level should be checked if the bat-tery has been recharged.
• After inspection, be sure the cap over eachbattery cell or the cover is securely in place.
• Check that the battery cables are correctlyconnected and properly tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running, or when the key is in theignition. This could damage the vehicle'selectrical system.
• The battery should be disconnected from thevehicle when a battery charger is useddirectly on the battery.
• To help keep the battery in good condition,the vehicle should be driven for at least 15minutes a week or connected to a chargerwith an automatic charging function.
• If the battery is fully discharged a number oftimes, this may shorten its service life. Keep-ing the battery fully charged helps prolong itsservice life. •
The service life of a battery is affected byfactors such as driving conditions and cli-mate. Extreme cold may also furtherdecrease the battery

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Removal
Switch off the ignition, remove the remote key from the ignition slot and wait at least 5 minutesbefore disconnecting the battery so that all infor-mation in the vehicle's electrical system can bestored in the control modules.
Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover.
Release the rubber molding so that the rear cover is free.
Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
Detach the black negative cable.
Detach the red positive cable
Detach the ventilation hose from the bat-
tery
Loosen the screw holding the battery
clamp.
Move the battery to the side and lift it up.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accesso- ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemi-cals known to the state of California to causecancer and reproductive harm. Wash handsafter handling.
Rally bar R-Design models *
Rally bar and bulkhead hatch
Vehicles with the optional R-Design package are equipped with a rally bar in the engine compart-ment that must be removed before the batterycan be replaced.
1. Remove the hatch in the bulkhead on both
sides of the engine compartment (pry them up carefully with a plastic knife or similarobject).
2. Remove the screw on each side of the engine compartment holding the rally bar inplace.
3. Lift out the rally bar. > The battery can now be removed (see theinstructions in the previous section). •
After a new battery has been installed (seethe following section), reinstall the rally bar inthe reverse order.
NOTE
When reinstalling the rally bar, tighten the screws to 22 ft lbs (30 Nm).

INDEX
392key blade 144, 145, 146, 148, 149, 150
, 151
locking the vehicle 147
replacing the battery 152
unlocking the vehicle 147
Reporting safety defects 27
Roadside Assistance 23
Road sign information (RSI) 171
Roof loads 139
S
Safety, occupant 26
Safety defects, reporting 27
Safety mode 43Seat belt reminder 30
Seat belts Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor 47
buckling 29
maintenance 29
pretensioners 28
reminder 30
reminder warning light 69
securing child restraint systems 48, 51, 53
unbuckling 29
use during pregnancy 31
using 28
Seats, front 75, 76
Sensus 107Service connected service booking 327
Shiftlock 13 override 261
Side door mirrors 97, 98
Side impact airbags 39
Sign information (RSI) 171
Snow chains 307
Snow tires 307, 308
Spare tire 298
Spin control 166, 167SRS 31
Stability system 166, 167, 169 Corner Traction Control (CTC) 167
Engine Drag Control (EDC) 167
indicator light 68
Start/Stop (engine function) 261, 262, 263, 264, 265, 266
Starting the engine 252 remote start 254
with keyless drive 252Starting the vehicleafter a crash (crash mode) 43, 44, 45
Start inhibitor (immobilizer) 146 Steering wheel adjusting 82
heated 83
horn 82
keypad 82
Steering wheel paddles 82
Stone chips, touching up 365
Storage spaces 134
Studded tires 307, 308
Sunroof (moonroof) 101, 102
Sun shade 96, 97
Supplemental restraint system 31 warning light 69
Symbols, overview 383
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Tailgate wiper/washer 95
Taillights, changing bulbs 341 Temperature sensor ambient 72
Temporary spare tire 298