ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ...... 65
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 65
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................... 288, 289, 290
Warning lamp ................................. 309
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 52
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 65
Express operation
Panorama roof ............................... 195
Power windows .............................. 105
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................192
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 97
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 95
Parking position ............................... 95
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
F
Fastening the seat belts ..................... 50
First aid kit ......................................... 268
Flat tire ............................................... 323
Lowering the vehicle ......................328
Mounting the spare wheel .............323
Preparing the vehicle .....................323
Spare wheel ........................... 323, 358
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ...................329
Floormats ........................................... 217
Fluids
Automatic transmission fluid .........360
Brake fluid ..................................... 361
Capacities ...................................... 359
Engine coolant ............................... 361
Engine oil ....................................... 360
Power steering fluid .......................360
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 361
Fog lamps ............................................. 99
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 300, 302
Four-wheel drive
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
Front air bags
see Air bags
Front axle oil ...................................... 360
Front lamps
see Headlamps
Front passenger front air bag ............ 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 276
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada only) ..... 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) .......... 43, 314
Fuel ..................................................... 220
Additives ........................................ 364
Capacity, fuel tank .........................361
Diesel fuel ...................................... 363
Drive sensibly–safe fuel .................254
Fuel consumption statistics ...........130
Fuel filler flap and cap ...................222
Fuel tank reserve warning lamp .....310
Premium unleaded gasoline ...........362
Refueling ........................................ 220
Requirements ................................ 363
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 222
Opening manually ..........................316
Fuel gauge ......................................... 126
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 359
Fuel system, bleeding (diesel
engine) ............................................... 333
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 361
Fuel filler flap and cap ...................222
Refueling ........................................ 220
Fuses .................................................. 343
G
Garage door opener .................... 33, 212
Gasoline see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 250
Gear range ......................................... 120
Indicator ........................................ 120
Limiting .......................................... 122
Shifting into optimal ......................122
Gear selector lever ............................ 115
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Gearshift pattern ........................... 115
Shifting procedure .........................118
Transmission position indicator .....118
Transmission positions ..................118
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Rear ............................................... 104
Rear reading lamps ........................104
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 94
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 95
Interior storage spaces
see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping ........................... 104
Rain sensor .................................... 104
IR emitter
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) see Children in the vehicle
J
Jack ..................................................... 270
Jump starting ..................................... 338
K
Key, Mechanical
Loss of ............................................. 79
Replacing ......................................... 80
Unlocking/locking manually ..........314
Valet locking .................................... 85
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp ..........................79
Checking batteries ...........................79
Factory setting ........................... 77, 79
Global locking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 79
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 77
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 79
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 77
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO .....78
Locking/unlocking ........................... 76
Loss of ............................................. 79
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 293
Opening, trunk ................................. 82
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof or the
panorama roof ............................... 107
Opening and closing the windows . 107
Remote control ................................ 76
Replacing ......................................... 80
Replacing batteries ........................317
Restoring to factory setting .......77, 79
Selective setting ........................77, 79
Starter switch positions ...................85
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions ...................86
Kickdown ........................................... 119
Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 124
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 250
Knee bag .............................................. 40
L
Labels
Certification ................................... 346
Emission control information .........347
Tire and Loading Information
placard ........................................... 237
Tire inflation pressure ....................230
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ........................97
Front .............................................. 319
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 299
Switching on/off .............................. 97
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 29, 305
Adaptive Highbeam Assist .............100
Brakes ........................................... 305
Coolant .......................................... 311
Distance warning lamp ..........151, 309
Engine malfunction ........................310
ESC .......................................... 29, 309
ESC OFF ........................................ 308
Fog lamps ........................................ 99
Front passenger front air bag off
(Canada only) .......................... 46, 313
Front passenger front air bag off
(USA only) ................................ 43, 314
Fuel tank reserve ........................... 310
High-beam headlamps .............29, 100
Instrument cluster .........................304
Low-beam headlamps ................30, 98
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale ........................312
Seat belt telltale ................29, 52, 307
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SRS .......................................... 36, 308
Turn signals ..................................... 29
Lane Keeping Assist .......................... 177
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 283
Switching on or off ......................... 138
LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)
see Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 301
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 265
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 97
Daytime running lamp mode ............98
Exterior ............................................ 97
Interior ........................................... 103
Limp-home mode .............................. 124
Load index (tires) ...................... 246, 250
Loading see Vehicle loading
Locator lighting ................................. 142
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 77
Manually ........................................ 315
SmartKey ......................................... 76
Loss of
Key .................................................. 79
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 346
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 98
Exterior lamp switch ........................97
Indicator lamp .................................. 30
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Switching on .................................... 98
Lubricants .......................................... 359
Lumbar support ................................... 89
M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System
Service indicator display ................259
Service indicator message .............258
Service term exceeded ..................259
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 98
Manual shift program ....................... 122
Maximum engine speed see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 250
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 250
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 251
Mechanical key see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 201
Memory function ................................. 96
Menus see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel
Mirrors .................................................. 94
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 95
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 95
Exterior rear view mirrors ................95
Interior rear view mirror ...................94
Memory function .............................. 96
Vanity mirror .................................. 205
MOExtended system ......................... 329
MOExtended tires ..................... 329, 353
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 363
Motor Octane Number see MON
Multifunction display ........................ 128
Symbol messages ..........................287
Text messages ............................... 274
Vehicle status messages ...............272
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 288, 289
Active headlamps .......................... 299
Advanced TPMS ............................. 285
Air bags ......................................... 276
Air filter .......................................... 299
AIRMATIC ...................................... 292
Alternator .............................. 284, 297
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................292
Automatic
transmission .......................... 283, 284
Backrests ....................................... 293
Battery ................................... 284, 297
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 281
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Oil, oil levelsee Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ..................... 121
Operating safety .................................. 22
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 262
Overhead control panel ...................... 33
P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 261
Paintwork code ................................. 347
Panic alarm .......................................... 61
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ...................................... 195
Cleaning ......................................... 265
Operation ....................................... 195
Roller sunblinds ............................. 194
Synchronizing ................................ 196
Parcel nets ......................................... 199
Parking ............................................... 113
Parking Guidance ..................168, 170
Parktronic system ..........................165
Parking and standing lamp
Replacing bulbs ............................. 319
Parking brake .................................... 113
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 289
Parking Guidance .............................. 168
Canceling ....................................... 171
Detecting a parking space .............169
Parking .......................................... 170
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................95
Transmission position ....................118
Parktronic system
Cleaning system sensors ...............263
Malfunction .................................... 168
Minimum distance .........................167
Sensor range ................................. 166
Switching on/off ........................... 168
System sensors ............................. 166
Warning indicators ...................27, 167
Parts service ...................................... 346
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(Canada only) see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (Canada only)
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(USA only) see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (USA only)
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 254
Pelvis air bags ..................................... 42
Phone see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 265
Power assistance .............................. 254
Power outlets .................................... 207
Power seats see Seats
Power steering
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 295
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Operation ....................................... 192
Synchronizing ................................ 194
Power washer .................................... 261
Power windows ................................. 105
Cleaning ......................................... 264
Operation ....................................... 105
Rear door window, override
switch .............................................. 60
Synchronizing ................................ 107
Practical hints ................................... 268
Preglow indicator lamp ..................... 110
PRE-SAFE ®
............................................ 53
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 274
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake ................................. 69
Activating/deactivating .................137
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 274
Problems
While driving .................................. 112
With vehicle ..................................... 23
With wipers .................................... 105
Product information ............................ 20
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Exterior view
iThis Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this manual.
FunctionPage:Trunk:Locking and unlocking76Opening and closing81Valet locking85;Rear window defroster191=Rear lamps318?Fuel filler flap220AExterior rear view mirrors95Parking position95BRoof:Power tilt/sliding sunroof192Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel194
CWindshield:Wiping with washer fluid105FunctionPageCleaning264DDoors:Locking and unlocking76,
314
EWipers104Wiper blades, replacing322Wiper blades, cleaning264FHood223GFront lamps318HHeadlamp cleaning system102IFront towing eye341JTires and wheels228Rims and tires353KRear towing eye34126Exterior viewAt a glance
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Door control panelFunctionPage:Memory function (for
storing seat, exterior mirror
and steering wheel
settings)96
;Seat adjustment switches88=Central locking/unlocking
switch81
?Inside door handle 80AExterior rear view mirror
adjustment95
BSwitches for opening/
closing front and rear door
windows105
CRear door window override
switch60
DTrunk opening switch, trunk
opening/closing system81
34Door control panelAt a glance
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RAdjust the head restraint so that it is as
close to the head as possible. The center of
the head restraint must support the back of
the head at eye level.
RNever place hands under the seat or near
any moving parts while a seat is being
adjusted.
Failure to do so could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury.
GWarning!
The power seats can be operated at any time.
Therefore, do not leave children unattended
in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a
vehicle could result in an accident and/or
serious personal injury.
GWarning!
According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly restrained in the rear
seating positions than in the front seating
position. Thus, we strongly recommend that
children be placed in the rear seats whenever
possible. Regardless of seating position,
children 12 years old and under must be
seated and properly secured in an
appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler
restraint, or booster seat recommended for
the size and weight of the child. For additional
information, see “Children in the vehicle”.
A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is
significantly increased if the child restraints
are not properly secured in the vehicle and/
or the child is not properly secured in the child
restraint.
GWarning!
For your protection, drive only with properly
positioned head restraints.
Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close
to the head as possible and the center of the
head restraint supports the back of the head
at eye level. This will reduce the potential for
injury to the head and neck in the event of an
accident or similar situation.
Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head
restraints. Head restraints are intended to
help reduce injuries during an accident.
Seat adjustment
! When moving the seats, make sure there
are no items in the footwell or behind the
seats. Otherwise, you could damage the
seats and/or the items.
Power seats
iThe memory function (Y page 96) lets
you store the settings for the seat position
together with the settings for the steering
wheel and the exterior rear view mirrors.
iVehicles with split rear seat bench:
If you fold down one or both sections of the
rear seat backrest, the respective front
seat is moved forward slightly, if necessary,
to prevent contact with the rear seat
backrest.
XSeat fore and aft adjustment: Press the
switch forward or backward in direction of
arrow ?.
XSeat backrest tilt: Press the switch
forward or backward in direction of arrow
A.
XSeat height: Press the switch up or down
in direction of arrow =.
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Multifunction steering wheel
Safety notes
GWarning!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Adjusting the steering wheel while driving
could cause the driver to lose control of the
vehicle.
The electrical steering wheel adjustment
feature can be operated at any time.
Therefore, do not leave children unattended
in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a
vehicle could result in an accident and/or
serious personal injury.
Make sure
Ryou can reach the steering wheel with your
arms slightly bent at the elbows
Ryou can move your legs freely
Rall displays (including malfunction and
indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster
are clearly visible
Steering wheel adjustment
XAdjusting steering wheel up or down:
Move stalk in direction of arrows :.
XAdjusting steering wheel in or out: Move
stalk in direction of arrows ;.
iThe memory function (Y page 96) lets
you store the settings for the steering
wheel together with the settings for the
seat position and the exterior rear view
mirrors.
Easy-entry/exit feature
This feature allows the driver an easier entry
into and exit from the vehicle. When entering
and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is
in its uppermost position.
The easy-entry/exit feature can be activated
or deactivated in the Convenience submenu
of the control system (Y page 145).
GWarning!
You must make sure no one can become
trapped or injured by the moving steering
wheel when the easy-entry/exit feature is
activated.
To stop steering wheel movement, move
steering wheel adjustment stalk or press one
of the memory position buttons.
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Children could open the driver’s door and
unintentionally activate the easy-entry/exit
feature, which could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury.
With the easy-entry/exit feature activated,
the steering wheel will return to its last set
position when you close the driver’s door with
the ignition switched on. The steering wheel
will also return to its last set position when
you insert the SmartKey into the starter
switch or press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button once with the driver’s door closed.
iThe last set steering wheel position is
stored when the ignition is switched off or
the position is stored in memory
(Y page 97).
With the easy-entry/exit feature activated,
the steering wheel tilts upwards when you
remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.
The steering wheel also tilts upwards when
you open the driver’s door with the SmartKey
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