Volvo S60 (2018 year). Manual

Never use more than one floor mat at a
time on the driver's floor. Before driving,
remove the original mat from the driver's
seat floor before using any other type of
floor mat. Any mat used in this position
should be securely and properly anchored
in the attaching pins. An extra mat on the
driver's floor can cause the accelerator
and/or brake pedal to catch. Check that
the movement of these pedals is not
impeded.

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Volvo's floor mats are specially manufac-
tured for your car. They must be firmly
secured in the clips on the floor so that
they cannot slide and become trapped
under the pedals on the driver's side.

1. Press the remote key into the ignition slot as

far as possible, with the metallic key blade
pointing outward (not inserted into the slot)

2. Depress the brake pedal

3. Press and release the START/STOP

ENGINE button. The autostart function will
operate the starter motor until the engine
starts or until its overheating function stops
it.

The starter motor operates for a maximum of
10 seconds. If the engine has not started,
repeat the procedure.

CAUTION

If the engine does not start after the third try,
wait for approximately 3 minutes before trying
to start it again to give the battery time to
recover its starting capacity.

NOTE

Keyless drive

To start a vehicle equipped with the keyless
drive feature, one of the remote keys must be
in the passenger compartment. Follow the
instructions in steps 2 and 3 to start the vehi-
cle.

On vehicles with the optional keyless drive, it is only necessary to have a remote key in the passenger’s compartment.

If the vehicle is moving, it is only necessary to press the START/STOP ENGINE button to start the vehicle.

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WARNING

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Always remove the remote key from the
ignition slot when leaving the vehicle and
ensure that the ignition in mode 0 (see
Ignition modes (p. 74) for information
about the ignition modes).

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On vehicles with the optional keyless
drive, never remove the remote key from
the vehicle while it is being driven or
towed.

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Always place the gear selector in Park
and apply the parking brake before leav-
ing the vehicle. Never leave the vehicle
unattended with the engine running.

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Always open garage doors fully before
starting the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation. The exhaust
gases contain carbon monoxide, which is
invisible and odorless but very poisonous.

NOTE

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After a cold start, idle speed may be
noticeably higher than normal for a short
period. This is done to help bring compo-
nents in the emission control system to
their normal operating temperature as
quickly as possible, which enables them
to control emissions and help reduce the
vehicle's impact on the environment

CAUTION

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When starting in cold weather, the auto-
matic transmission may shift up at slightly
higher engine speeds than normal until
the automatic transmission fluid reaches
normal operating temperature.

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Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not reach
some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.

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The engine should be idling when you
move the gear selector. Never accelerate
until after you feel the transmission
engage. Accelerating immediately after
selecting a gear will cause harsh engage-
ment and premature transmission wear.

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Selecting P or N when idling at a stand-
still for prolonged periods of time will help
prevent overheating of the automatic
transmission fluid.

Related information

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Switching off the engine (p. 252)

If the gear selector is in the D or R positions and the car is not moving, engine speed (rpm) will be lower and it will take longer for the engine to reach normal operating temperature.

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Switching off the engine

Switch off the engine by pressing the

START/

STOP ENGINE button.

If the gear selector is not in the P position or if
the vehicle is moving, press the START/STOP
ENGINE button twice or press and hold it in until
the engine switches off.

Related information

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Ignition modes (p. 74)

Engine Remote Start (ERS)* –

introduction

ERS is a feature that makes it possible to
remotely start the engine using the remote key to
cool or heat the passenger compartment before
driving.

The climate system will start using automatic set-
tings.

When the engine is started using ERS, it will run
for a maximum of 15 minutes before automati-
cally switching off again. After 2 ERS starts, the
engine must be started in the normal way before
ERS can be used again.

NOTE

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Always adhere to applicable State, Prov-
ince and/or Local laws regarding engine
idling when using ERS.

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The service life of the remote key's bat-
tery is affected by ERS use. If this feature
is used frequently, the battery should be
replaced once a year, see Remote key –
replacing the battery (p. 151).

WARNING

Keep the following in mind before using ERS:

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The vehicle should be in view.

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The vehicle should be unoccupied.

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The vehicle must not be parked indoors
or in an enclosed area. Exhaust fumes are
harmful to the health.

Related information

•

Engine Remote Start (ERS)

* – starting the

engine (p. 253)

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Engine Remote Start (ERS)

* – switching off

the engine (p. 253)

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Engine Remote Start (ERS)* –

starting the engine

Remote key buttons used for remote engine start

Lock

Approach lighting

Starting the engine

The maximum range for ERS is approximately
100 ft (30 meters) if the view of the vehicle is
unobstructed. The vehicle must also be
locked.

To start the engine:

1. Press the lock button (1 ) briefly.
2. Immediately press the approach lighting but-

ton (2) for approximately 2 seconds.

If the requirements for ERS have been met, the
following will occur:

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:

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The climate control system

•

The infotainment system.

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Approach lighting

Deactivated functions

When the engine is started with ERS, the follow-
ing functions are deactivated:

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Headlights

•

Parking lights

•

License plate lights

•

Windshield wipers

Related information

•

Engine Remote Start (ERS)

* – switching off

the engine (p. 253)

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Engine Remote Start (ERS)

* – introduction

(p. 252)

Engine Remote Start (ERS)* –

switching off the engine

Any of the following will switch off the engine if it
has been started with ERS:

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Pressing the lock button (1) or the unlock
button (2) on the remote key

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Unlocking the vehicle

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Opening a door

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Depressing the accelerator or brake pedal

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Moving the gear selector from the P position

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If there are less than approx. 2.5 gallons
(10 liters) of fuel in the tank

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More than 15 minutes have elapsed.

If the engine has been started with ERS and
switches off, the turn signals will illuminate for
3 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. 252)

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Engine Remote Start (ERS)

* – starting the

engine (p. 253)

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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 not
touching to prevent premature completion of a
circuit. 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).

3. Fold back the cover over the positive (+) ter-

minal on your vehicle's battery (2), marked
with a "+" sign, located under a folding cover.

4. Connect the black jumper cable to the auxili-

ary battery's negative (–) terminal (3) and to
the ground point in your vehicle's engine
compartment (right engine mount at the top,
on the outer screw) (4).

5. Start the engine in the assisting vehicle, then

start the engine in the vehicle with dead bat-
tery.

6. After the engine has started, first remove the

negative (–) terminal jumper cable (black).
Then remove the positive (+) terminal jumper
cable (red).

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 cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.

CAUTION

Connect the jumper cables carefully to avoid
short circuits with other components in the
engine compartment.

WARNING

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Do not connect the jumper cable to any
part of the fuel system or to any moving
parts. Avoid touching hot manifolds.

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Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which
is flammable and explosive.

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Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin,
fabrics or painted surfaces. If contact
occurs, flush the affected area immedi-
ately with water. Obtain medical help
immediately if eyes are affected.

•

Never expose the battery to open flame
or electric spark.

•

Do not smoke near the battery.

•

Failure to follow the instructions for jump
starting can lead to injury.

Related information

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Starting the engine (p. 250)

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Transmission – general information

The transmission automatically shifts between
the various forward gears, based on the level of
acceleration and speed.

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Shiftgate positions

Depress the button on the front of the gear
selector knob to move the gear selector between
the R, N, D, and P positions.

The gear selector can be moved freely between
the Geartronic (manual shifting) and Drive (D)
positions while driving.

CAUTION

The transmission’s temperature is monitored
to help prevent damage to the transmission
or other drivetrain components. If there is a
risk of overheating, the warning symbol on the
instrument panel will illuminate and a text
message will be displayed. Follow the instruc-
tions provided there.

Hill Start Assist (HSA)

HSA makes it easier to start or back up on a hill
by retaining pressure on the brake pedal for sev-
eral seconds after the pedal has been released in
order to keep the vehicle at a standstill.

The brakes will be released after several seconds
or when the driver presses the accelerator pedal.

Related information

•

Transmission – positions (p. 255)

•

Transmission – Geartronic (p. 257)

•

Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 259)

•

All Wheel Drive (AWD) (p. 267)

•

Fuel tank volume – specification and volume
(p. 377)

Transmission – positions

Park: position P

Select the P position when starting or parking.

Certain models only

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Shiftlock

When P has been selected, the transmission is
mechanically blocked in this position. The brake
pedal must be depressed and the ignition must
be in at least mode II (see Ignition modes
(p. 74)) before the gear lever can be moved from
the P position.

WARNING

Always apply the parking brake when the
vehicle is parked, particularly when parking on
a hill. The transmission's P mode may not be
able to keep the vehicle stationary if it is
parked on an incline.

Press the control to apply the parking brake, see
Parking brake – general information (p. 271).

CAUTION

The vehicle must be stationary when position
P is selected.

Gear indicator

The gear currently being used
is displayed on the right side of
the instrument panel.

The "S" symbol turns orange if
Sport mode is being used.

Reverse: position R

The vehicle must be stationary when position R is
selected.

Neutral: position N

No gear is engaged and the engine can be
started with the gear selector in this position.
Apply the parking brake if the vehicle is stationary
with the gear selector in position N. In order to
move the gear selector from the N position, the
brake pedal must be depressed and the ignition
must be in at least mode II.

Drive: position D

D is the normal driving position. The car automat-
ically shifts between the various forward gears,
based on the level of acceleration and speed.
The car must be at a standstill when shifting from
position R to position D.

Related information

•

Transmission – general information (p. 255)

•

Transmission – Geartronic (p. 257)

•

Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 259)

•

Fuel tank volume – specification and volume
(p. 377)

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Transmission – Geartronic

Geartronic allows you to manually shift among
your vehicle's forward gears. The manual posi-
tion (

+S–) can be selected at any time.

Geartronic: manual shifting (+S–)

To shift gears manually, move the gear
selector to the side from D toward
+S–. The +S– symbol in the instrument
panel will change from white to

orange and the number of the gear currently
being used (

, etc.) will be displayed (see

the following illustration)

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To return to automatic shifting mode from
+S–, move the gear selector to the side
toward D.

Gear shift indicator

Gear shift indicator in a digital instrument panel

This option indicates when to shift up or down to
help conserve fuel. A white arrow will appear
above or below the number of the current gear to
prompt the driver to shift up or down.

While driving

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If you select the manual shifting position
while driving, the gear that was being used in
the Drive position will also initially be
selected in the manual shifting position.

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Move the gear selector forward (toward +) to
shift to a higher gear or rearward (toward –)
to shift to a lower gear.

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If you hold the gear selector toward "–", the
transmission will downshift one gear at a
time and will utilize the braking power of the

engine. If the current speed is too high for
using a lower gear, the downshift will not
occur until the speed has decreased enough
to allow the lower gear to be used.

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If you slow to a very low speed, the transmis-
sion will automatically shift down.

Shiftlock: Neutral (N)

If the gear selector is in the N position and the
vehicle has been stationary for at least 3 seconds
(irrespective of whether the engine is running)
then the gear selector is locked.

In order to move the gear selector from N to
another gear position, the brake pedal must be
depressed and the ignition must be in at least
position II, see Ignition modes (p. 74).

If Sport mode is being used, the symbol will change to "S".

Analog instrument panel: the gear shift indicator is displayed in the center of the speedometer.

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Geartronic: steering wheel paddles*

In addition to the manual gearshift function using
the gear selector, this option makes it possible to
manually shift gears from the steering wheel.

Steering-wheel mounted gear shift paddles

"–": Shift down to a lower gear.

"+": Shift up to a higher gear.

In order to shift gears with the paddles, they have
to first be activated. The gear selector can be
in either the D or S position.

Activating the paddles:

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Pull either paddle toward the steering wheel
and release it; the D in the instrument panel
will change to the number of the gear cur-
rently being used.

Shifting gears:

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Pull the paddle toward the steering wheel
and release it.

Deactivating the paddles:

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Hold the "+" paddle for approximately
3 seconds.

NOTE

If the gear selector was in D when paddle
shifting was activated (D changed to the
number of the gear being used), the transmis-
sion will automatically revert to D after
approximately 5 seconds if the paddles are
not used to shift gears.

This will not occur:

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during active driving (e.g., on a winding
road, while accelerating, etc)

•

if the gear selector was in S when the
paddles were activated

If the transmission reverts to D, the paddles
will have to be reactivated (pull either paddle
toward the steering wheel and release it)
before they can be used to shift gears again.

The paddles can also be manually deactivated
by pulling both paddles toward the steering
wheel and holding them until the gear num-
ber shown in the instrument panel changes to
D.

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Geartronic: Sport mode (S)

This transmission mode provides sportier shifting
characteristics and enables a more active driving
style by making it possible to drive at higher rpm
in each gear before shifting up. The engine also
responds faster when the accelerator pedal is
pressed.

To access Sport mode from Drive (D), move the
gear selector to the left. The transmission will not
switch to manual shifting mode until the gear
selector is moved forward or rearward toward +
or –.

Sport mode can be selected any time.

NOTE

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On vehicles equipped with Sport mode,
the transmission symbol in the main
instrument panel will change from D to S
when the gear selector is moved to the
manual shifting mode. If the gear selector
is moved toward "+" or "-", the number of
the gear currently being used will be dis-
played, see Information displays – intro-
duction (p. 63).

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Please be aware that using Sport mode
may result in a slight decrease in fuel
economy. Driving in D can help improve
fuel economy.

Geartronic: starting on slippery surfaces

Selecting 3rd gear in Geartronic’s manual shifting
mode can help provide better traction when star-
ting off on slippery surfaces. To do so:

1. Depress the brake pedal and move the gear

selector to the side from D toward +S–.

2. Press the gear selector forward and release

it (this selects 2nd gear). Press the selector
forward again and release it to select 3rd
gear. The optional steering wheel paddles
can also be used; see the previous section
"Geartronic: steering wheel paddles."

3. Release the brake pedal and press gently on

the accelerator pedal.

Related information

•

Transmission – general information (p. 255)

•

Transmission – positions (p. 255)

•

Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 259)

•

Fuel tank volume – specification and volume
(p. 377)

Transmission – shiftlock override

If the vehicle cannot be driven, for example
because of a dead battery, the gear selector
must be moved from the

P position before the

vehicle can be moved

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 and
keep it held down.

Certain models only

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. 254).

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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. 255)

•

Transmission – positions (p. 255)

•

Transmission – Geartronic (p. 257)

•

Fuel tank volume – specification and volume
(p. 377)

Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA)

When starting on steep hills, HSA (see Transmis-
sion – general information (p. 255)) retains pres-
sure on the brake pedal for several seconds after
the pedal has been released in order to keep the
vehicle at a standstill. The brakes will be released
after several seconds or when the driver presses
the accelerator pedal. The pedal will return to its
normal position somewhat slower than normal.

Related information

•

Start/Stop – introduction (p. 260)

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Start/Stop – function (p. 261)

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Start/Stop – settings (p. 263)

•

Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions (p. 262)

•

Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions (p. 262)

•

Start/Stop – symbols and messages
(p. 264)

Start/Stop – introduction

Start/Stop is a function that temporarily switches
off the engine when the vehicle is not moving,
for instance in heavy traffic or at a traffic light to
help reduce fuel consumption.

Start/Stop is available with certain engines/
transmissions.

Related information

•

Start/Stop – function (p. 261)

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Start/Stop – settings (p. 263)

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Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions (p. 262)

•

Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions (p. 262)

•

Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA) (p. 260)

•

Start/Stop – symbols and messages
(p. 264)

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Start/Stop – function

Function and use

Start/Stop symbol in the instrument panel

Start/Stop button on the center console

Start/Stop is activated automatically each time
the engine is started

. The symbol in the instru-

ment panel will be displayed for several seconds
when the engine starts and the indicator light in
the On/Off button will remain illuminated while
the function is activated.

All of the vehicle's systems will function while the
engine is auto-stopped, although the function of
certain systems may be reduced at this time. For
example, blower speed and high infotainment
system volume may be reduced to help conserve
the battery's capacity.

Auto-stopping the engine

Normally, when Start/Stop is activated and the
brakes are applied until the vehicle comes to a

standstill, the engine will auto-stop automatically
if the driver keeps the brake pedal
depressed.

To remind the driver that the engine
has been auto-stopped, the Start/Stop
symbol will illuminate in the instrument
panel and remain on until the engine

restarts.

If the ECO function

* is acti-

vated, the engine may auto-
stop before the vehicle comes
to a complete standstill.

Auto-starting the engine

The engine restarts as soon as the driver relea-
ses the brake pedal.

Deactivating Start/Stop

In certain situations (e.g., driv-
ing in heavy, stop-and-go traf-
fic), it may be preferable to
deactivate Start/Stop.

This is done by pressing the
button in the center console.

The indicator light in the button will go out.

Start/Stop will remain deactivated until the but-
ton is pressed again or until the engine is
switched off and restarted by the driver.

Related information

•

Start/Stop – introduction (p. 260)

•

Start/Stop – settings (p. 263)

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Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions (p. 262)

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Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions (p. 262)

•

Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA) (p. 260)

•

Start/Stop – symbols and messages
(p. 264)

Not when the engine is started using the optional Engine Remote Start feature, Starting the engine (p. 250)

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Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions

In certain situations or conditions, the engine
may not auto-stop when the vehicle comes to a
standstill, such as if:

Condition/situation

The vehicle's speed has not reached a speed
of approx. 6 mph (10 km/h) after the most
recent auto-start or after the driver has started
the engine.

The driver unbuckles his/her seat belt.

The main battery's charge is below the mini-
mum level.

The engine has not reached its normal operat-
ing temperature.

The ambient temperature is below approx.
25°F (-4°C) or above approx. 85°F (30°C).

The windshield's heating function

* is activated.

The climate system cannot keep the desired
settings in the passenger compartment; the
blower will operate at high speed.

The vehicle is backing up.

The main battery's temperature is below freez-
ing or too high.

The driver is turning the steering wheel hard.

Condition/situation

The road's incline is very steep.

A trailer's electrical system is connected to the
vehicle.

The hood has been opened

The transmission has not reached its normal
operating temperature.

Atmospheric pressure is below a level equiva-
lent to an altitude of approx. 4,900–8,200 ft
(1500–2500 m) above sea level. The actual
pressure is also affected by current weather
conditions.

The Adaptive Cruise Control's

* Queue Assist

feature is activated.

The gear selector is in the S

or "+/–" posi-

tion.

Certain engines only

Sport mode (where applicable)

Related information

•

Start/Stop – introduction (p. 260)

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