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Stop the vehicle.
Press the START ENGINE STOP button Fig. ►.
Steering lock1)
The steering will be locked if you switch off the engine with the START ENGINE STOP button and open the driver s door. The steering lock acts as a theft deterrent.
Emergency Off function*
If necessary in an emergency, the engine can be switched off while the vehicle is still moving at speeds of 7 km/h and above. To switch off the engine, press the START ENGINE STOP button twice in quick succession or hold it in for longer than two seconds.
WARNING
- Never switch off the engine until the vehicle is stationary. Otherwise you may not have the full benefit of the brake servo and power steering. You may need more strength to steer and brake the vehicle than you normally would. This would mean a greater risk of accidents and serious injury, because you cannot steer and brake in the normal manner.
- Always take the key with you when you leave the vehicle. Otherwise the engine can be started or power-operated equipment such as the electric windows can be used. This could result in serious injury.
- For safety reasons, position P (automatic gearbox) or first gear (manual gearbox) should always be selected when the vehicle is parked. Otherwise, there is a danger that the vehicle could accidently roll away.
CAUTION
If the engine has been working hard for a long time, there is a risk of heat building up in the engine compartment after the engine has been switched off; this could cause engine damage. For this reason, you should leave the engine idling for about 2 minutes before switching it off.
Note
After the engine is stopped, the radiator fan may remain on or turn itself back on for up to 10 minutes, even if the ignition is switched off. This may occur for the following reasons:
- Residual heat has raised the coolant temperature.
- Direct sunlight has additionally heated up the engine compartment while the engine is warm.
- (Applies to vehicles with particulate filter: ) The emission control system is hot because of the regeneration process, even though the engine has not yet reached operating temperature.