Driving and operating 133Driving hintsControl of the vehicleNever coast with engine notrunningMany systems will not function in thissituation (e.g. brake servo unit, powersteering). Driving in this manner is adanger to yourself and others.All systems function during anAutostop.Stop-start system 3 135.Idle boostIf charging of the vehicle battery isrequired due to battery condition, thepower output of the generator mustbe increased. This will be achieved byan idle boost which may be audible.A message appears in the DriverInformation Centre.PedalsTo ensure the pedal travel isuninhibited, there must be no mats inthe area of the pedals.Use only floor mats, which fit properlyand are fixed by the retainers on thedriver side.Driving downhillEngage a gear when driving downhillto ensure that sufficient brakepressure is available.Starting and operatingNew vehicle running-inDo not brake unnecessarily hard forthe first few journeys.During the first drive, smoke mayoccur because of wax and oilevaporating off the exhaust system.Park the vehicle in the open for awhile after the first drive and avoidinhaling the fumes.During the running-in period, fuel andengine oil consumption may behigher.Additionally, the cleaning process ofthe diesel particle filter may takeplace more often.Diesel particle filter 3 139.Autostop may be inhibited to allow forcharging of the vehicle battery.Ignition switch positionsTurn key:
