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The presented functions are dependent on the particular vehicle model, the individual configuration and the particular market.

Engine Start

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Starts your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz App – for a pleasant interior climate right from the word go.

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Runtime:
Engine Start12 months

At a glance

  • Remote engine start via the Mercedes-Benz App
  • Activation of the most recently used climate control settings
  • Engine shut-off after ten minutes
  • Display of current temperature inside vehicle and remaining time in Mercedes-Benz App

Open the door to a feel-good climate

Whether on cold winter days or in the middle of a heatwave: in future your Mercedes will welcome you with a pleasantly climatised interior the moment you get in. Start your vehicle via the Mercedes-Benz App. From this moment on, the engine runs for ten minutes to bring the interior to the desired temperature. Cosy heat or welcome freshness awaits when you open the vehicle door.

 

Your advantages at a glance

Start your vehicle's engine by Mercedes-Benz App. Your vehicle's interior will then be cooled or heated for ten minutes – regardless of whether you have an auxiliary heater. The Mercedes-Benz App shows you the remaining run time and the current temperature inside the vehicle. You can also use the app to switch off the engine manually before the run time comes to an end. To allow you to keep tabs on everything, you will be informed of all events during Remote Engine Start by push notification, email or text message. During Remote Engine Start your vehicle remains firmly locked and the anti-theft protection system is active.

 

User note

Use Remote Engine Start only when you know that the vehicle is parked in an open space away from flammable materials. Not for use while vehicle is being serviced or during repair. Make sure that the vehicle is not on a public road when using Remote Engine Start.

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Comfort
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Mercedes-Benz South Africa Limited
Note on use
Term: 12 months; 36 months
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  • The Mercedes-Benz App is available in the App Store™ for iOS devices and in the Google Play™ Store for Android™ devices
  • The Engine Start Digital Extra is only available for vehicles with automatic transmission and without electric steering lock
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Note: Everything you need for this: Create your Mercedes me ID and link your Mercedes to it, then activate the Digital Extras. Done!

It´s as simple as that

1. Mercedes me ID

1. Mercedes me ID

Simply register and pair up: create your account on the Mercedes-Benz website and pair it with your Mercedes.

2. Order and enable

2. Order and enable

Shop at your convenience: Order the Digital Extras that are available for your Mercedes. These Digital Extras are then enabled automatically and the invoice amount is debited using your preferred payment method.

3. Use

3. Use

The best link to your Mercedes: You activate and manage the Digital Extras in your account on the Mercedes-Benz website.

1. Mercedes me ID

1. Mercedes me ID

Simply register and pair up: create your account on the Mercedes-Benz website and pair it with your Mercedes.

2. Order and enable

2. Order and enable

Shop at your convenience: Order the Digital Extras that are available for your Mercedes. These Digital Extras are then enabled automatically and the invoice amount is debited using your preferred payment method.

3. Use

3. Use

The best link to your Mercedes: You activate and manage the Digital Extras in your account on the Mercedes-Benz website.

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