5-4 Instruments and controls
Outside temperature 3
The outside temperature is shown in
the odometer display when the
ignition is switched on.If outside temperature drops to near
freezing point (0 °C), the symbol:
illuminates in the odometer display as
a warning for icy road surfaces.
Power outlets
Located on the instrument panel,
below the climate control switches.Operational with ignition switch in
positions ACC or ON.
Pull the cap out to use the accessory
socket, and replace it when not in
use.
The use of non-authorised
accessories may cause damage to
the socket.
Use of accessory sockets while the
engine is not running will discharge
the battery.
The maximum power requirement of
electrical accessories must not
exceed 120 watts.
Do not connect any current delivering
accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Connected electrical accessories
must comply with the EC standard in
terms of electromagnetic
compatibility requirements laid down
in DIN VDE 40 839, otherwise vehicle
malfunctions may occur. Release Ö for approx. 5 seconds to
set minute display.
Hour display flashes.
Press Ö to set hours.
Release Ö for approx. 5 seconds to
set hour display.
9 Warning
The road surface may already be
icy, even though the display
indicates a few degrees above
0°C.
5-9Instruments and controls
X Driver’s seat belt
Will illuminate in red when ignition is
switched on if driver’s seat belt is not
engaged.
If vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h
(9 mph) and driver’s seat belt is not
engaged, the control indicator will
flash for approx. 90 seconds along
with a warning chime and then
illuminate until driver’s seat belt is
fastened correctly.
Seat belts 3 3-5.
v Airbag systems, belt
tensioners
Will flash in red several times when
the ignition is switched on, then
extinguish.
If it does not flash when the ignition is
switched on, stays lit, illuminates or
flashes whilst driving, there is a fault
with the airbag systems or with the
belt tensioners. The systems might
not therefore be triggered in the event
of an accident. Seek the assistance
of a workshop immediately.
Belt tensioners 3 3-6, airbags 3 3-13.
p Charging system
Will illuminate in red when ignition is
switched on. Extinguishes after
engine is started.
If it stays lit after the ignition is
switched on or illuminates during
driving: stop vehicle and switch off
engine. The battery is not being
charged and the engine cooling may
be interrupted. The brake servo unit
may cease to be effective. Interrupt
your journey immediately.
Remove ignition key and check drive
belt condition and tensioning before
seeking the assistance of a
workshop.
s Service transmission 3
Will illuminate briefly in yellow when
the ignition is switched on.
If it flashes, there is a fault in the
automatic transmission. Seek the
assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Automatic transmission 39-3.
R Brake system
Will illuminate in red when ignition is
switched on. Extinguishes after
engine is started.
Illuminates when engine is running if
parking brake is applied and/or fluid
level for brake hydraulics is too low.
Further information 3 9-9,
brake fluid level 3 10-6.
u Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS)
Will illuminate briefly in yellow when
ignition is switched on.
At the same time, the system
performs a self-check. When the
control indicator extinguishes, the
system is ready for operation.
Caution
If it illuminates when the parking
brake is not applied: stop vehicle;
interrupt your journey immediately.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
8-5 Climate controls
Side air vents
To open and close side air vents, turn
horizontal knurled wheel to the left or
right.
Open side air vents when air
distribution rotary knob is set to
position M or L.
The air flow can be directed up and
down by tilting the slats up and down
using the central adjuster. Air flow is
directed sideways by turning the
horizontal knurled wheel to the left or
right.Depending upon the position of the
temperature rotary knob, cold or
heated air will be directed into the
vehicle via these air vents.
The air supply is increased by
switching on the fan.
Door window defroster vents
Air distribution rotary knob set to
lorV; cooled or heated air will be
directed onto the windscreen and
onto the door windows (mainly in the
area of the exterior mirrors).
Heated rear window,
heated exterior mirrors3
Operational only with engine running.
Control indicator in the button
illuminates when heating is
operational and extinguishes when
heating is switched off.
Turn off heating as soon as vision is
clear.
Rear window and exterior mirror
heating is switched off automatically
after approx. 15 minutes.
To avoid discharging the battery, do
not operate when you are just starting
the vehicle, or if there is a build up of
snow or ice.
Do not use sharp instruments or
abrasive cleaners on rear window or
exterior mirrors, and avoid scratching
or damaging their heating elements.
Press button Ü=On
Press button Ü again = Off