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Seat beltsBrief IntroductionBefore driving: remember your seat belt!
Wearing a seat belt properly can save your life!In this chapter you will learn the importance of wearing seat belts, 
how they work and how to properly fasten, adjust and wear them.
– Read and consider all the information as well as the warnings in 
this chapter.
WARNING
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If seat belts are worn incorrectly or not at all, the risk of severe injuries 
increases.
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Properly worn seat belts can reduce severe injuries in case of sudden 
braking manoeuvres or accidents. For safety reasons, you and your passen-
gers must always wear the seat belts properly while the vehicle is moving.
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Pregnant women or people with physical disabilities must also use seat 
belts. Like all other passengers, these people can also sustain severe inju-
ries if they are not wearing their seat belts properly.
Number of seatsYour vehicle has five  seats, two on the front part and three on the rear part. 
Each seat is equipped with a three-point seat belt.
WARNING
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More people than available seats must never be transported in your 
vehicle.
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Every passenger in the vehicle must  properly fasten and wear the seat 
belt belonging to his or her seat. Chil dren must be protected with an appro-
priate child restraint system.
Seat belt warning lamp *
The warning lamp acts as a reminder to the driver to fasten 
the seat belt.Before starting the vehicle:
– Fasten your safety belt securely.
– Instruct your passengers to fasten their seat belts properly before  driving off.
– Protect children by using a child seat according to the child's  height and weight.After the ignition has been switched on, the warning lamp   on the instru-
ment panel lights up
1) if the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt, and a 
warning  signal* is  heard if the  vehicle  is  driven at  more than 30 km/h  for 90 
seconds.
1)Depending on the model version
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display 
4). 
Stop the car and switch off the engine.  Check the coolant level 
⇒ page 220  ⇒.
Even if the coolant level is correct  do not continue driving. You should obtain 
technical assistance.WARNING
When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety warn-
ings  ⇒page 213.
Caution
Accessories in front of the air inlet reduce the cooling effect of the coolant. At 
high outside temperatures and high engine loads, there is a risk of the 
engine overheating.Rev counter
The rev. counter displays the engine speed in revolutions per 
minute.The start of the red zone  ⇒page 55, fig. 33    indicates the maximum 
engine speed operating at service temperature. However, it is advisable to 
change up a into a higher gear, move the selector lever to D or lift your foot 
off the accelerator before the needle reaches the red zone.
Caution
The rev counter needle must never enter the red zone on the scale. Risk of 
engine damage.
For the sake of the environment
Changing up into higher gears early will  help you to save fuel and minimise 
engine noise.SpeedometerThe speedometer is equipped with a digital odometer and a trip counter, in 
addition to a service intervals display.
During the running-in period,  the instructions shown on ⇒page 190 should 
be followed.Setting the digital clock* 
The digital clock is located in the instrument panel display.– Turn the setting knob  ⇒page 55, fig. 33    clockwise until the 
first “click” to set the hour. The hour will flash. To change the 
hour, press the button.
– Turn the setting knob clockwise to  the second “click” to set the 
minutes. The minutes will flash. To change the minutes, press the 
button.
4)Depending on the model version
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62 Km - Fuel range
The fuel range is calculated using the fig ures for tank content and current fuel 
consumption. It shows how far the vehicle can travel using the same condi-
tions as a reference.
Ø litre/100 km - Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption will be shown  ⇒page 61, fig. 42  after a 
distance of approximately 100 metres has been travelled. Dashes will appear 
in the display until that time. The display will be updated every 5 seconds 
while the vehicle is in motion. The amount of fuel used will not be shown.
ltr/100 km or ltr/hr - Cu rrent fuel consumption
The display will show the current fuel consumption in litre/km whilst the 
vehicle is in motion or in litre/hour when  the vehicle is in a stationary position 
with the engine running.
Using this display you can see how your driving style affects fuel consump-
tion  ⇒page 192.
Ambient temperature display
The measurement margin extends from -45°C to +58°C. At temperatures 
lower than +4°C, an “ice crystal symbol” is displayed and a “warning” sounds 
if the vehicle is moving at more than 20  km/h (ice warning). This symbol will 
flash for about 10 seconds and remains lit until the exterior temperature rises 
above +4°C or 6°C if it was already lit.
Set speed indicator
When driving at the required speed, enter the speed indicator mode and 
press the button   (Reset), the display remembers the indicated speed. If 
the indicated speed is exceeded, a warning text is displayed on the screen 
5) 
and a warning signal sounds.
This may be deactivated by pressing the button   (Reset). The speed may be altered using the rocker switch   in steps of 5 km/h 
within 5 seconds of the initial memory value.
WARNING
There could be black ice on the road surface even if the “snowflake symbol” 
is not shown. You should, for this 
reason, not rely exclusively on this 
display - Risk of accident!
Note
When the vehicle is stationary or travelling at very low speeds, the tempera-
ture displayed may be slightly higher  than the actual ambient temperature as 
a result of the heat radiated from the engine.Warning or information  text in the di s
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Faults are shown in the display with warning lamps and 
warning/information reports.
The system runs a check on certain components and functions when the igni-
tion is switched on and while the vehicle  is moving. Functional faults are indi-
cated by symbols with warnings and in formation texts in the display. An 
audible warning is given in certain cases.
Warning symbols
There are red warning symbols (priority 1) and yellow warning symbols 
(priority 2).
Information text
In addition to warning mess ages given on a fault, you will receive information 
in the display on procedures or will be asked to carry out certain tasks.
5)Depending on the model version, the message on the screen may vary and may be
represented by flashing of the speed indication or by a speed message.
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Note
In the case of screens without warning or information texts, faults are indi-
cated exclusively by the warning lamps.Warning reports, Priority 1 (red)*If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp will flash or light up and will 
be accompanied by  three audible warnings . This is a danger warning. Stop 
the car and switch off the engine. Check the fault and correct it. Obtain profes-
sional assistance if necessary.
If several priority 1 faults are detected at the same time, the symbols will be 
displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time and will continue 
until the fault is corrected.
No menus will be shown in the display for the duration of a priority 1 warning 
report.
Examples of priority 1 warning reports (red)•
Brake system symbol 
 with warning text  STOP BRAKE FLUID 
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  or STOP BRAKE FAULT INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
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Coolant symbol 
 with the warning text STOP CHECK COOLANT 
INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
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Engine oil pressure symbol 
 with the warning text STOP ENGINE OIL 
PRESSURE LOW! SERVICE MANUAL.
Warning reports, Priority 2 (yellow)*If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp lights up, and is accompanied 
by  one audible warning . The function should be checked as soon as possible. If several priority 2 warning reports are detected at the same time, the 
symbols are displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time. After 
a set time, the information text will disappear and the symbol will be shown 
as a reminder at the side of the display.
Priority 2
 warning reports will not be shown until all  Priority 1 warning 
reports have been dealt with!
Examples of priority 2 warning reports (yellow):
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Fuel symbol with the information text  PLEASE REFUEL 
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Windscreen washer fluid symbol 
 with the information text  REFILL 
WINDSCREEN WASHER FLUID . Refill the windscreen washer tank 
⇒ page 222.
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64Instrument panel menus*Example of menu use 
All the menus on the instrument panel may be used according 
to the following procedure. The instrument panel menus may 
vary according to the version of the model.
The setting of a speed warning will be used as an example of how to 
use the menus. This is a good idea if you are, for example, using 
winter tyres which are not suited  for the top speed of the vehicle.
1. Open the main menu with the MFD lever 
– Switch the ignition on.
– Hold down button   for two seconds to return to main menu  from other menu. It may be necessary to repeat this operation 
until the main menu is displayed.
2. Open the menu “Configuration” with the MFD lever
– To choose an option from the menu, press the upper or lower end  of the rocker switch. The selected option is displayed between 
two lines and there will also be a triangle on the right.
–Select menu  Configuration.
Fig. 43  Windscreen wiper 
lever: button A to confirm 
the menu selection and 
rocker switch B to change 
the menu
Fig. 44  Steering wheel 
controls: button A to 
confirm the menu selec-
tion and switch B to 
change the menu
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The engine compartment is a dangerous area! Before you open the 
bonnet to work on the engine or in the engine compartment, you must 
switch the engine off and allo w it to cool to reduce the risk of scalding or 
other kind of injuries. Read and  observe the relevant warnings 
⇒ page 213.Note
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The appropriate warning lamp for a fault  will light up in vehicles without 
warning or information texts in the display.
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In vehicles with warning or information texts on the screen, the appro-
priate warning lamp for a fault will ligh t up and a warning or information text 
will also appear on the screen.
Fuel level / reserve 
This symbol lights up to indicate that the fuel tank under the 
reserve level.It lights up when only 7 litres of fuel remain in the tank. Also, an  audible 
warning  is given. It reminds you to fuel up the fuel tank as soon as possible 
⇒ page 210.
The instrument panel displ ays the following message
8): PLEASE REFUEL!
Coolant Level* / temperature 
The warning lamp lights up if the coolant temperature is too 
high or if the coolant level is too low.There is a fault if:•
The warning symbol does not go out again after a few seconds.
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The warning lamp lights up or flashes while the vehicle is moving, while 
three acoustic warning signals  ⇒  are emitted.
This means that either the coolant level is too low or the coolant temperature 
is too high.
Coolant temperature too high
The instrument panel disp lays the following message
9): CHECK COOLANT 
INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL  ⇒ page 220.
First look at the coolant temperature gauge. The coolant temperature is too 
high if the needle is over the warning area on the dial.  Stop the vehicle, 
switch the engine off and wait for it to cool down.  Check the coolant level.
If the coolant level is correct, the over heating may be caused by a malfunction 
of the radiator fan. Check the radiator fan fuse and have it replaced if neces-
sary  ⇒page 248.
If the warning lamp lights  up again after driving on for a short distance,  stop 
the vehicle and switch the engine off . Contact an Authorised Service Centre 
or a qualified workshop.
Coolant level too low
The instrument panel disp lays the following message10): STOP CHECK 
COOLANT INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL .
8)Depending on the version of the model.WARNING (continued)
9)Depending on the version of the model.10)Depending on the version of the model.
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The wheel on one axle is changed.
Tyre pressure adjustment
Following the modification to tyre pressure or after changing one or more 
wheels, the button  ⇒page 78, fig. 49  must be kept pressed while the igni-
tion is on until an acoustic signal is heard and the warning lamp goes out.
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 down, the new tyre pressures are confirmed.
The tyre pressure monitor indicator 
 lights up
If the tyre pressure of one or more wheels is much lower than the value set by 
the driver, then the tyre co ntrol warning lamp lights up  ⇒.
The tyre pressure monitor indicator  flashes
If the tyre pressure indicator flashes, this indicates a fault. Go to the nearest 
specialist workshop.
WARNING
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When the tyre pressure indicator l ights, reduce speed immediately and 
avoid any sudden manoeuvre or braking. Stop when possible, and check 
the tyre pressure and status.
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The driver is responsible for correct tyre pressure. For this reason, tyre 
pressure must be regularly checked.
•
Under certain circumstances (for exam ple, 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 disconne cted, the yellow indicator 
 lights up after turning 
the ignition on. This should  turn off after a brief journey.
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
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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 
13): HANDBRAKE ON.  Also, an 
audible warning is given.
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If the brake fluid level is too low  ⇒page 226.
The instrument panel disp lays the following message
13): STOP BRAKE FLUID 
INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
•
If there is a fault in the brake system.
The instrument panel disp lays the following message
13): BRAKE SYSTEM 
FAULT INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL .
This warning lamp can light up together with the anti-lock brake system 
warning lamp.
WARNING
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Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on 
⇒ page 213.
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If the brake warning lamp does not  go out, or if it lights up when 
driving, the brake fluid level  ⇒page 226, “Brake fluid” in the reservoir is 
too low. Risk of accident. Stop the vehicle and do not drive on. Obtain tech-
nical assistance.
13)Depending on the version of the model.
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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. Stop the vehicle and seek technical 
assistance.
Bulb defect 
The warning lamp lights up when a bulb in the vehicle's exte-
rior lighting is defective.The warning lamp 
 lights up when a bulb in the vehicle's exterior lighting 
(e.g. left-hand main beam) is defective.
The instrument panel displays the following message
14): LEFT FULL BEAM 
FAULTY .
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 216. The instrument panel displays the following message
15): 
STOP ENGINE OIL 
PRESSURE INSTRUCTIONS 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.
Cruise 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 178.
Indicator for open doors or tailgate* 
This indicator lights if one of th e doors or the tailgate is open.The warning light 
 should go off when all the doors are closed correctly.
The system also works when the ignition is switched off. It should go off 
approx. 15 seconds after the vehicle is locked.
Power steering system* 
For vehicles with power steering, the level of steering assistance depends on 
the vehicle's speed and on the steering angle.
14)Depending on the version of the model.WARNING (continued)
15)Depending on the version of the model.
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