Operation Manual

Problems with PLUG-IN HYBRID operation
Internal combustion engine
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
You cannot start the
internal combustion
engine. The multifunc-
tion display shows no
display messages. The
READY indicator in the
multifunction display is
off.
For example, self-diagnosis is not yet complete or the hybrid drive
system is malfunctioning.
X
Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
X
Try to start the internal combustion engine again.
If the internal combustion engine still does not start:
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
You wish to pull away,
but the ECO start/stop
function does not start
the internal combustion
engine. The READY indi-
cator in the multifunc-
tion display is off.
The ECO start/stop function has failed. The warning and indicator
lamps in the instrument cluster light up.
X
Shift the transmission to P.
X
Switch off the ignition and turn it back on.
X
Start the engine.
The hybrid drive system is faulty.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Recuperative Brake System
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
Braking resistance is
reduced and brake pedal
travel is longer than
usual.
G
Risk of accident
The Recuperative Brake System is malfunctioning.
X
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction dis-
play (
Y page 277).
X
Observe the information regarding indicator and warning lamps in
the instrument cluster (
Y page 315) .
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PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation
Driving and parking