Eco-Start for Mercedes Sprinter
Of course, it is an obvious fact that there is no need for fuel if the engine is not running. This saying has helped Mercedes-Benz design is Sprinter model to be able to save fuel and so to decrease impact on the environmental as well.
The idea behind the Eco-start technology of Mercedes-Benz employed in the Sprinter is that when the engine becomes idle and the gearshift is left to remain in neutral position, the engine will automatically switch itself off. The engine will only restart when the driver depresses on the clutch pedal again.
However, the possibility of saving fuel still depends upon the situation. In some cases, it depends on both the traffic density and application, and the maximum fuel saving potential is up to 20 percent. About 5-8 percent is the average amount saved. This technological system from Mercedes-Benz can perform best its function in urban areas where there is frequency in stops due to traffic lights.
Safety is also one of the factors considered in the Eco-Start system. The engine restarts upon the resuming the motion of the vehicle. This ensures that the servo assistance for the brakes and the steering is preserved. In all other cases, however, the engine will not start unless the driver depresses on the clutch pedal.
There are certain points that drivers need to remember about the Eco-Start. First, there is a need for sufficient battery voltage. Because if it is low or if there is failure in starting the engine, the Eco-Start syetm will be deactivated. Second, the driver must make sure that the vehicle’s hood is securely closed in order to avoid injuries when the engine is suddenly started. The safety logic feature of the system checks this. If driver does not wish to make use of the Eco-Start system, he could simply deactivate it via a button on the instrument panel.