
Airbag system
36In order to provide the desired extra protection in an accident, the airbags 
have to deploy extremely rapidly (withi n fractions of a second). A fine dust  may develop when the airbag deploys. This is normal and is no indication 
that there was a fire in the vehicle.The function of the airbag covers if the airbags are triggeredThe airbag covers fold out of the steering wheel or dash panel when the driver 
and front passenger airbags deploy 
⇒fig. 21 . The airbag covers remain 
connected to the steering wheel or the dash panel.
Fig. 21  Airbag covers reacting when the airbags are trig-
gered
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Safety notes on front airbag system
If you use airbags correctly, they can considerably reduce the 
risk of injury in many kinds of accident.
WARNING
•
It is important for the driver and front passenger to maintain a distance 
of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel or dash panel. If this minimum 
distance is not respected, the airbags  do not sufficiently protect the occu-
pants and there is a mortal risk!  Also, the front seats and the head 
restraints must always be correctly adjusted according to the size of the 
occupants.
•
If you are not wearing a seat belt or if you lean forward or to the side or 
assume an incorrect sitting position, the risk of injury is increased 
substantially. This increased risk of injury will be further increased if you 
are struck by an inflating airbag.
•
Never let a child travel on the front seat without an appropriate restraint 
system. If the airbag is triggered in an accident, children can sustain 
serious or fatal injuries from the airbag as it inflates  ⇒page 46, “Child 
safety”.
•
Occupants sitting in the front of the vehicle must never carry any 
objects or pets in the deployment sp ace between them and the airbags, or 
allow children or other passengers to travel in this position.
•
The airbags provide protection for one accident only, if they have been 
deployed they must be replaced.
•
It is also important not to attach any objects such as cup holders or 
telephone mountings to the surfaces covering the airbag units.
•
Do not attempt to modify components of the airbag system in any 
way.
Side airbagsDescription of side airbags
The airbag system is not a substitute for the seat belts.The side airbags are located in the driver seat and front passenger seat back-
rests  ⇒fig. 22 . The locations are identified by the text “AIRBAG” in the upper 
region of the backrests.
In conjunction with the seat belts, the side airbag system gives the front seat 
occupants additional protection for the upper body in the event of a severe 
side collision  ⇒page 40, “Safety notes on the operation of the side airbag 
system”.
In a side collision the side airbags reduce the risk of injury to passengers on 
the front seats to the areas of the body facing the impact. In addition to their 
normal function of protecting the occupan ts in a collision, the seat belts also 
hold the passengers on the front seats in a position where the side airbags 
can provide maximum protection.
Fig. 22  Side airbag in 
driver seat
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Operating instructionsCockpitOverviewOverview of the instrument panel
This overview will help you to  familiarise yourself with the 
controls and displays quickly.
Door release lever 
Light switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . 
Air vent
Lighting control for instrument and  control lighting   . . . . . . . . 
Headlight range control  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Turn signal and main beam lever and cruise control system* . 
Instrument panel:
− Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
− Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
− Indication lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Horn (works only when the igni tion is on)/ and driver front 
airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Windscreen wiper and windscreen wash lever and operation of 
the multi-function display *  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Thumb wheel for left seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Controls for
− Heating* and ventilation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
− Air conditioning*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  −
Air conditioner*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Radio
Thumb wheel for right seat heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Indication lamp for deactivated  front passenger airbag  . . . . . 
Front passenger airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Glove compartment lever  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Gear shift lever  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Cup holder compartment  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Handbrake
Pedals
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Handle for releasing the bonnet  . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Button for opening and closing the front windows  . . . . . . . . . 
Safety switch* for the rear windows  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Control* for opening and closing the rear windows . . . . . . . . . 
Note
Some of the items of equipment listed here are fitted only on certain models 
or are optional extras.
A1A2
109
A3A4
111
A5
111
A6 
113
A7
56
59
71
A8
30
A9
118, 61
A10
129
A11
145
147 150
A12A13
129
A14
44
A15
30
A16
131
A17
162
A18
135
A19A20A21
157
A22
201
A23
104
A24
104
A25
104
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Vehicle status menu 
This menu shows warning or information textsOpen Vehicle Condition menu
– Choose option Vehicle condition from main menu: “Main menu” 
and press the button on the windscreen wiper lever.
Priority 2 warning messages and inform ation texts: “Warning and information 
texts on the screen” automatically di sappear after a certain time and are 
saved in the menu “Vehicle condition”.
The warning and information texts may be  viewed in this menu. If there are no 
messages,  ok appears on the display. If there are several messages, each one 
is shown for four seconds.
Configuration menu
This menu is used to make the settings for the vehicle functions.Open Configuration menu
– Choose the Configuration option from main menu “Main menu”  and press the button on the windscreen wiper lever.
Example of use of menus: “E xample of use of menus”.
Configuration Function
Time The hours and minutes of the clock and the navigation system can be changed. Both 12- and 24-hour 
formats are available and the time may be changed to summer time (an  S  appears in the upper part of 
the screen)
Winter tyres The menu allows the setting of a speed at which an optical and acoustic warning will be given by the 
system. You can use this function, for example, if you have fitted winter tyres which are not suited for the 
top speed of your vehicle . See chapter “Wheels”in owner's manual
Settings: Language The display texts and the navigation system texts can be seen in seven different languages
Units This option allows you to select the units for displaying temperature, fuel consumption values and dis-
tances.
Lights & visibil. From this menu it is it possible to alter the vehicle lighting settings: “Lights and visibility menu”
Display off Only emergency messages appear
Back This returns to the main menu
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76Cruise control system* 
The warning lamp comes on when the cruise control system 
is switched on.The warning lamp 
 lights up when the cruise control system is switched on. 
Further notes on the cruise control system  ⇒page 169.
Washer fluid 
This warning lamp lights up to indicate that the windscreen 
washer level is too low.This serves as a reminder to fill up the reservoir at the earliest opportunity 
⇒page 211
The following information text display ed in the instrument panel display
10) : 
REFILL WINDSCREEN LIQUID
Brake system* / handbrake 
The warning lamp lights up if the handbrake is applied, if the 
brake fluid level falls too low or if there is a fault in the brake 
system.This warning lamp 
 lights up if
•
If the handbrake is on If you drive faster than 6 km/h with the handbrake on, the following message 
will appear on the instrument panel display 
11): 
HANDBRAKE ON  Also, an 
audible warning is given.
•
If the brake fluid level is too low  ⇒page 214
The following information text displayed in the instrument panel display
11) : 
STOP BRAKE FLUID SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
•
If there is a fault in the brake system
The following information text displayed in the instrument panel display
11) : 
BRAKE FAULT SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This warning lamp can light up together with the anti-lock brake system 
warning lamp.
WARNING
•
Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on 
⇒ page 201, “Working in the engine compartment”.
•
If the brake warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up when 
driving, the brake fluid level ⇒page 214, “Brake fluid” in the reservoir is 
too low. Risk of accident. Stop the vehicle and do not drive on. Obtain tech-
nical assistance.
•
If the brake warning lamp 
 lights up together with the ABS warning 
lamp 
, the control function of the ABS could be out of action. This could 
cause the rear wheels to lock quickly  when you brake. This could cause the 
rear to break away. Risk of skidding. Drive carefully to the nearest qualified 
workshop and have the fault corrected.
9)Depending on the model version10)Depending on the model version
11)Depending on the model version
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Engine oil pressure 
This warning lamp indicates that the engine oil pressure is 
too low.If this warning symbol starts to flash, and is accompanied by three  audible 
warnings , switch off the engine and check the oil level. If the oil level is too 
low, add more engine oil  ⇒page 204.
The following information  text displayed in the instrument panel display
12) : 
STOP ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
If the symbol flashes although the oil level is correct,  do not drive on. The 
engine must not even run at idle speed. Obtain technical assistance.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 
A warning lamp system monitors the ABS.The warning lamp 
should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is 
switched on. It goes out again after th e system has run through an automatic 
test sequence.
There is a fault in the ABS if:
•
The warning lamp 
 does not light up when the ignition is switched on.
•
The warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds.
•
The warning lamp lights up  when the vehicle is moving.
The vehicle can still be braked in the normal way (except that the ABS control 
function will not function). Please take  the vehicle to a qualified workshop as 
soon as possible. For further information on the ABS see the  ⇒page 173.
If a fault occurs in the ABS, the ESP* warning lamp will also light up. Brake system fault
If the ABS warning lamp 
 lights up together with the brake warning lamp 
, this indicates not only a fault in the 
ABS function, but also a possible fault 
in the brake system.  ⇒
WARNING
•
Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on 
⇒ page 201.
•
If the brake warning lamp 
 should light up together with the ABS 
warning lamp 
, stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid 
level in the reservoir  ⇒page 214, “Brake fluid”. If the fluid level has 
dropped below the “MIN” mark you must not drive on. Risk of accident. 
Obtain technical assistance.
•
If the brake fluid level is correct, the fault in the brake system may have 
been caused by a failure of the ABS system. This could cause the rear 
wheels to lock quickly when you brake. This could cause the rear to break 
away. Risk of skidding. Drive carefully to the nearest qualified workshop 
and have the fault corrected.
Differential lock fault (EDL)*
EDL operates along with the ABS in vehicles equipped with an 
Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP)*A malfunction in the EDL is indicated by the ABS warning lamp 
. Please 
take the vehicle to a qualified workshop as soon as possible. For further infor-
mation on the EDL  ⇒page 176
12)Depending on the model version
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78Traction control system (TCS)*
The traction control system prevents the driven wheels from 
spinning when the vehicle is acceleratingThe warning lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on and should turn 
out after about 2 seconds.
When the TCS is operating while drivi ng, the warning lamp flashes. If the 
system is deactivated or if there is any fault in the same, the warning lamp will 
remain lit.
It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the TCS oper-
ates in conjunction with the ABS. For further information see  ⇒page 173Soot accumulation in the diesel engine particle filter * 
if the symbol 
 lights, soot has built up in the diesel engine particle filter 
due to continuous short trips. In this case, drive the vehicle at a constant 
speed of at least 60 km/h (with and  engine speed of about 1400 rpm) for 
about 10 minutes. The increase in temperature generated may burn the accu-
mulated soot in the filter.
If the symbol  is not deactivated, bring the vehicle to a specialized work-
shop to repair the fault.
For more information on the diesel particle filter  ⇒page 200
Alternator
This warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator.The warning lamp 
 lights up when the ignition is switched on. It should go 
out when the engine has started running.
If the warning lamp  lights up while driving, the alternator is no longer 
charging the battery. You should immediately drive to the nearest qualified 
workshop.
You should avoid using electrical equipment that is not absolutely necessary 
because this will drain the battery.
If the indicator flashes the voltage is insufficient for normal vehicle 
operation.
Tyre pressure* 
Fig. 48  Centre console: 
tyre monitor system 
button
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The tyre monitor indicator compares wh
eel revolutions and with this informa-
tion, the diameter of each wheel using  the ABS sensors. If the diameter of a 
wheel changes, the tyre  monitor indicator lights 
. The wheel diameter 
changes when:
•
Tyre pressure is insufficient.
•
The tyre structure is damaged.
•
The vehicle is unbalanced because of a load.
•
The wheels of one axle are under more pressure (for example, driving with 
a trailer or on extreme slopes).
•
The vehicle is fitted with snow chains.
•
The emergency wheel is fitted.
•
The wheel on one axle is changed.
Tyre pressure adjustment
Following the modification to tyre pressure or changing one or more wheels, 
the button ⇒ page 78, fig. 48  must be kept pressed while the ignition is on 
until an acoustic signal is heard.
If the wheels are under excessive load (for example, driving with a trailer or 
heavy load), the tire pressure must be increased to the recommended value 
for a full load (see the sticker on the inside of the fuel flap). If the tyre monitor 
system button is pressed the new tyre pressures are confirmed.
The tyre pressure monitor indicator 
 lights
If the tyre pressure of one wheel is much lower than the value set by the 
driver, then the indicator lights.  ⇒
The tyre pressure monitor indicator  flashes
If the tyre pressure indicator flashes, this indicates a fault. Go to the nearest 
specialist workshop.
WARNING
•
When the tyre pressure indicator lights, reduce speed immediately and 
avoid any sudden manoeuvre or brakin g. Stop when possible, and check 
the tyre pressure and status.
•
The driver is responsible for correct tyre pressure. For this reason, tyre 
pressure must be regularly checked.
•
Under certain circumstances (for example, in a sports situation, in 
winter conditions or on a dirt track) the tyre monitor indicator may light or 
function incorrectly.Note
If the battery is disconnected, the yellow indicator 
 lights after turning the 
ignition on. This should turn off after a brief trip.
Engine management 
This warning lamp monitors the engine management system 
for petrol engines.The warning lamp 
 (Electronic Power Control) lights up when the ignition 
is switched on to show that the lamp is working properly. It should go out 
when the engine ha s started running.
If a fault develops in the electronic engine management system while you are 
driving, this warning lamp will light up . Take the vehicle to an Authorised 
Service Centre as soon as possible and have the engine checked.
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