Start/Stop

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By design I believe the start stop system only works when there is sufficient charge in the battery amongst other conditions....

Conditions for an Autostop
The Stop-Start System checks if each of the following conditions is fulfilled. Otherwise an Autostop will be inhibited.
The Stop-Start system is not manually activated
The bonnet is fully closed
The drivers door is closed or the drivers seat belt is fastened
The battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition
The engine is warmed up
The engine coolant temperature is not too high
The engine exhaust temperature is not too high, e.g. after driving with high engine load
The ambient temperature is not too low
The defrost selection does not inhibit an Autostop
The Climate Control system does not inhibit an Autostop
The brake vacuum is sufficient
The self-cleaning function of the diesel particulate filter is not active
The vehicle has moved since the last Autostop
An Autostop may become less available as the ambient temperature approaches freezing point.

Certain settings of the Climate Control system may inhibit an Autostop. Please consult the Climate Control chapter in your Owners Manual for details.