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Climate control
If a temperature below 16 C is set, Lo
appears in the display: the climate control
system runs constantly at maximum
cooling power. The temperature is not
regulated.
If a temperature above 28 C is set, Hi
appears in the display: the climate control
system runs constantly at maximum
heating power. The temperature is not
regulated.
The temperature setting is saved when the
ignition is switched off.
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Window demisting and de-icing
Misted or icy windows, e. g. due to damp
weather, damp clothing or low outside
temperatures:
Press V button. V appears in display:
control indicator in button illuminates.
Temperature and air distribution are set
automatically and the fan runs at a high
speed. The air flow can be increased or decreased
by turning the right knob.
To return to automatic mode: press
button
V or AUTO .
Heated rear window 346.
9
Warning
Disregard of the instructions could lead
to misting or icing of the windows and
subsequent accidents due to impaired
visibility.
FM AS [TP] REG CDinMP3
90.6
MHz
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Manual settings
Under certain circumstances (e.g. iced or
misted windows), the functions of the
climate control system can be modified
manually.
Climate control system settings can be
changed via the centre knob, the buttons
and the menus depicted on the display.
To call up the menu, press the centre knob.
The Climate menu appears in the display.
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Individual menu items are marked by
turning the centre knob and selected by
pressing it. Selecting certain menus by
pressing the knob will open a submenu 3.
To exit a menu, turn the centre knob left or
right to Return or Main and select.
Manual settings are saved when the
ignition is switched off.
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Activating and deactivating cooling
system
Find option Climate in the menu AC and
press to select.
Deactivate when cooling or drying is
unnecessary (greatest fuel savings): Eco
appears in the display. The inflowing air is
neither cooled nor dehumidified. This
restricts the level of comfort offered by the
electronic climate control system. This may,
for example, cause the windows to mist up.
When cooling operates, condensation
forms and drips from the underside of the
vehicle.
Climate
Air distribut.
AC
Autom. blower
Air distribut.
Climate
Air distribut. AC Air conditioning
Autom. blower on / off
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Air distribution
Turn the centre knob. The Air distribut.
menu is activated, showing the possible air
distribution settings.
The Air distribut. menu can also be called
up via the Climate menu.
Return to automatic air distribution:
Deactivate corresponding setting or press
button AUTO.
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Air flow
Turn right knob right or left. The selected
fan speed in indicated with x and the
number in the display.
At speed 0 both the fan and cooling (air
conditioning compressor) are switched off.
To return to automatic mode: Press AUTO
button.
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Fan control in automatic mode 3
Fan regulation in automatic mode can be
modified.
Select menu item Automatic blower from
the Climate menu and select the desired
fan regulation.
Up Air distribution towards
windscreen and front door
windows.
Middle Air distribution to vehicle occupants via controllable front
air vents.
Down Air distribution towards footwell.
Air distribut.
FM AS [TP] REG CDinMP3
90.6
MHz
Automatic blower
Strong
Normal
Weak
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Manual air recirculation mode
The air recirculation system prevents the
entry of outside air and the air in the
passenger compartment is circulated.
Operated with the 4 button. To deactivate manual
air recirculation:
Press button 4 again. The control
indicator in the butt on will go out.
Auxiliary heater Depending on outside temperature and
engine temperature, the passenger
compartment of vehicles with Quickheat 3
electric auxiliary heating is warmed up
more quickly.
Diesel-engined vehicles have a fuel-
powered auxiliary heater 3.
9
Warning
The exchange of fresh air is reduced in
air circulation mode. The quality of the
passenger compartment air deterio-
rates which may cause the vehicle occu-
pants to feel drowsy. In operation
without cooling the air humidity
increases, so the windows may mist up.
Consequently, the air circulation system
should only be run for short periods of
time.
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Climate control
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Air intake The air intakes in the engine compartment
in front of the windscreen must be kept free
of leaves, dirt and snow in order to provide
a supply of air.
Pollen filter The pollen filter cleans dust, soot, pollen
and spores from the air entering from
outside. The active carbon layer 3
eliminates most odours and noxious
environmental gases from the air.
Regular operationFor consistently good operation, the air
cooling system 3 must be switched on for
several minutes once per month regardless
of the weather and the time of year.
Operation not possible with the cooling
system switched on and when the outside
temperature is low. Service For optimal cooling performance, we
recommend that the climate control
system be checked annually, starting three
years after initial vehicle registration.
z Functionality and pressure test
z Heating functionality
z Leakage check
z Check of drive belts
z Cleaning of condenser and evaporator
drainage
z Performance check
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136 Driving and operationDriving and operation
Manual transmission automated
3
The Easytronic transmission permits
manual (manual mode ) or automatic gear
shifting ( automatic mode ), both with
automatic clutch control.
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Transmission display
Shows the mode and current gear.
The display flashes for a few seconds if A,
M or R is activated with the engine running
and no foot brake applied.
Manual transmission automated
3... 136
Manual transmission ........................... 144
Automatic transmission 3.................. 144
Driving hints ......................................... 149
Saving fuel, protecting the environment ................................ 151
Fuels, refuelling .................................... 153
Catalytic converter, exhaust gasses .. 155
Drive Control Systems ......................... 159
Hydraulic brake system ...................... 165
Anti-lock brake system (ABS u ) ........ 166
Hand brake .......................................... 167
Brake assist 3...................................... 167
Hill Start Assist 3 (HSA) ...................... 167
Wheels, tyres ........................................ 168
Roof rack 3.......................................... 173
Flex-Fix system 3................................. 174
Towing equipment 3........................... 184
Caravan/trailer towing ........................ 187
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Driving and operation
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Starting the engine
Depress the foot brake at the same time as
starting the engine. The engine can be
started only with the foot brake depressed.
"N" is shown in the transmission display. If
the foot brake is not depressed, the control
indicator j 3 comes on in the instrument,
and at the same time "N" flashes in the
transmission display, and the engine will
not start.
If no brake lights are operational, the
engine will not start. Selecting neutral before
starting the engine
is not necessary. If a gear is selected,
the transmission shifts automatically to
neutral (N) when the foot brake is
depressed before starting the engine. This
may lead to a slight delay in the starting
process.
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Operation of manual transmission
automated using selector lever
Always move the selector lever in the
appropriate direction as far as it will go.
Upon release, it automatically returns to
the centre position. Pay heed to the
gear/mode indicator in the transmission
display.
Move selector lever toward N
Neutral.
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Starting off
Depress the foot brake, release the
hand brake and move the selector lever
toA,
+or-. This will switch the manual
transmission automated to automatic
and engage first gear (or second gear if
the winter program is enabled). "A"
appears on the transmission display.
The vehicle begins to "creep" when the foot
brake is released. It is also possible to start off without
depressing the foot brake if the accelerator
pedal is operated directly after moving the
selector lever. If there
is no acceleration or
the foot brake is not depressed, no gear is
engaged and "A" flashes. After a few
seconds, the display resumes showing "N".
Start off by repeating the previously
described procedure.
In Automatic mode, selection of other
gears is automatic irrespective of driving
conditions.
Move selector lever toward A
Switch between Automatic and Manual
mode.
In Manual mode the gears can be shifted
manually. The transmission display shows
the currently engaged gear.
If the engine speed is too low the manual
transmission automated will automatically
shift to a lower gear even in Manual mode.
This prevents the engine from stalling.
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Move selector lever toward + or -
If a higher gear is selected when the
running speed is too low, or a lower gear
when the speed is too high, the gear
selection will not take place. This prevents
the engine from running at too low or too
high revs.
Gears can be skipped by jogging the
selector lever repeatedly at short intervals. +
Shift to a higher gear.
-
Shift to a lower gear.
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