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Old Jul 10, 2020 | 08:19 PM
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Question ECO Mode Default to OFF Position - ML350 Bluetec W166 - Possible?

Hello. I want to change the ECO function to be in The OFF position by default. Is this possible?
I would appreciate the option to switch it ON if required, but I would like the default position starting to be OFF.
I believe the ECO function is a waste of resources in my situation. Thank you.
(newbie so direction is also welcome)
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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 01:32 AM
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Originally Posted by contactchris
Hello. I want to change the ECO function to be in The OFF position by default. Is this possible?
I would appreciate the option to switch it ON if required, but I would like the default position starting to be OFF.
I believe the ECO function is a waste of resources in my situation. Thank you.
(newbie so direction is also welcome)
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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 08:58 AM
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I don't believe there is ECO Mode available with a Bluetec......You sure you have a Bluetec or are you driving a Gasoline/PETRO version?
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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 10:32 AM
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I don't believe there is ECO Mode available with a Bluetec......You sure you have a Bluetec or are you driving a Gasoline/PETRO version?
yes there is.

Source: I have one.
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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by we47b1me
yes there is.

Source: I have one.
Wonder why my 2014 Bluetec does not have? You got a picture of this maybe it's something I have not noticed/ignored. What does this ECO Mode do?
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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Etienne Lau
Wonder why my 2014 Bluetec does not have? You got a picture of this maybe it's something I have not noticed/ignored. What does this ECO Mode do?
Wasn't on the 2014's in the US. It's the start/stop function.

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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 06:31 PM
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No Eco on gas models.
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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 06:33 PM
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No Eco on gas models.
This is 1000% false. Where are you getting this information????
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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 07:21 PM
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Right Hand Drive with the ECO button flipped to the other side. And therefore present on the 2012 ML350 Bluetec.
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Old Jul 11, 2020 | 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by contactchris
Right Hand Drive with the ECO button flipped to the other side. And therefore present on the 2012 ML350 Bluetec.
That maybe the case in Europe/UK/AUS, but not the case in US, the Bluetec's in the US at least the 2014 do not have ECO Button

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That maybe the case in Europe/UK/AUS, but not the case in US, the Bluetec's in the US at least the 2014 do not have ECO Button
as I said above, which you did not respond to, the feature was not introduced until MY 2015 in the US. And we've gotten completely off topic from the OP's question. Good grief people.

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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 03:35 AM
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My 2012 Gas version doesn't have Eco or an Eco button.

I do know Australian cars are specced very differently (read much higher spec) than most Countries and this explains why they cost so much down here.
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My 2012 Gas version doesn't have Eco or an Eco button.

I do know Australian cars are specced very differently (read much higher spec) than most Countries and this explains why they cost so much down here.
you made an incorrect and false statement earlier. I don't care where you truck came from. And I don't know what "read much higher spec" even means, but don't bother next time. You're not helping.
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 07:09 PM
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After searching the Thread I'm unable to find my "false or incorrect statement" so i'll consign your comment to the waste bin like the rest of your rude and offensive comments to fellow Forum members.
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After searching the Thread I'm unable to find my "false or incorrect statement" so i'll consign your comment to the waste bin like the rest of your rude and offensive comments to fellow Forum members.
You said, and I quote "no eco on gas models". That is a false and incorrect statement.
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Old Jul 12, 2020 | 08:16 PM
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You're assuming what you see is available in a US model is applicable in all countries and that is a false assumption. Just because the US models have ECO mode for the gasoline engine does not mean they are available in WR. Model features for WR is not always the same as the US. Manufacturers must make variations in their vehicles to accommodate either government regulations or local market preferences.
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You're assuming what you see is available in a US model is applicable in all countries and that is a false assumption. Just because the US models have ECO mode for the gasoline engine does not mean they are available in WR. Model features for WR is not always the same as the US. Manufacturers must make variations in their vehicles to accommodate either government regulations or local market preferences.
if you are saying "you're" in a forum, you gotta use the quote button, otherwise no one knows as to whom you are referring to.
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Hello. I want to change the ECO function to be in The OFF position by default. Is this possible?
I would appreciate the option to switch it ON if required, but I would like the default position starting to be OFF.
I believe the ECO function is a waste of resources in my situation. Thank you.
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