How to Turn Off a Mercedes-Benz?

[DeSamantha]

Here are the steps to turn off a Mercedes-Benz: 1. Press the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a smooth stop. 2. Shift the gear from D (Drive) to N (Neutral). 3. Engage the parking brake (for electronic parking brakes, simply pull up). 4. Release the foot brake, but do not turn off the power (this ensures the vehicle is completely stationary under the parking brake's effect, preventing P-gear lock-up). 5. Continue pressing the foot brake and shift the gear from N to P (Park). 6. Release the foot brake, press the one-touch start button to power off, completing the shutdown process. Here are some precautions when turning off a car: 1. First, it's advisable to delay shutting off the engine, which benefits the engine. Just like a person needs to walk slowly after a sprint to fully recover, after reaching your destination, avoid turning off the engine and removing the key immediately. You can organize items inside the car and close the windows; the recommended delay time is about 30 seconds. 2. Engines with turbochargers require delayed shutdown. After parking, allow sufficient time for the engine and turbocharger to cool and lubricate before turning off. This protects the engine and aids in cooling the engine and water temperature. In colder weather, you can start the car first to let it warm up on its own.

[DerekLee]

Turning off a Mercedes is actually quite simple. First, ensure the car is completely stationary and press the brake pedal. Then, shift the gear lever to the P (Park) position and press the circular start/stop button on the center console. However, some older Mercedes models still use a key ignition—simply turn the key back to its original position to shut off the engine. The key point is to always shift to P before turning off the engine; otherwise, the system will beep as a warning to prevent rolling and potential accidents. After pressing the button, remember to check the dashboard—if the tachometer drops to zero, it means the engine has truly stopped. Having driven several Mercedes models, I’ve noticed that the power doesn’t cut off immediately after shutdown—the radio can still play for a while, and the system only fully powers down when you open the door. This design is quite thoughtful.

[SerenityMarie]

Here's my routine when shutting down my Mercedes: Press the brake pedal all the way to stop, shift into P gear, then decisively press the one-touch start/stop button. The whole process takes just two seconds - much more convenient than twisting keys in older cars. If you attempt to shut down without shifting to P gear, the central display will flash a warning about incorrect operation. Don't rush off after shutdown; it's safer to engage the electronic parking brake (the P button) for double protection. A pro tip: When parking on slopes, straighten the steering wheel before shutdown to prevent steering lock jams. Bonus feature: Forgot to close windows? No need to restart - just long-press the lock button on your key fob for automatic window closing. These little Mercedes features are genuinely practical.

[AdamFitz]

To turn off a Mercedes-Benz, follow these three steps: After coming to a complete stop, shift into P (Park) mode, then press the start/stop button. Be careful not to hold the button for too long; a light press will shut off the engine. For keyless start models, ensure the key is inside the vehicle for successful operation. If the button doesn't respond, first check whether the gear is correctly in P mode, the foot brake is engaged, and the key fob battery has power. After turning off the engine, you may hear the fan continue running for a few minutes—this is normal as the turbocharger cools down, so don't worry. For optimal transmission care, it's best to park on level ground before shutting off the engine.

[LeilaniAnn]

When turning off a Mercedes-Benz, first ensure the vehicle is completely stopped, then shift to P (Park) position before pressing the start/stop button. I usually turn off the air conditioning and headlights right after shutting down the engine to save battery power. The auto start-stop function automatically deactivates before engine shutdown, requiring no additional action. Some newer models support remote engine shutoff via app, though this feature is rarely used. For key-start models, simply rotate the key back to its original position until you hear a click to confirm engine shutdown. Important reminder: Never turn off the engine directly in D (Drive) gear as it damages the transmission and poses safety risks. Additionally, during cold winter starts, it's best to wait until the tachometer stabilizes at 800 RPM before shutting down for better engine care.