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Stowage compartment 3 beneath
passenger seat
Lift stowage compartment by grasping the
recessed edge and pull it out. Maximum
load: 1 kg. To close the stowage
compartment, push it in and engage.
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Stowage compartment in roof above the
front seats and side mesh pockets above
the sliding doors 3
The stowage compartment above the front
seats can hold a maximum load of 15 kg.
The mesh packets above the doors can
only hold light objects.
Extendable stowage trays
3
The extendable stowage trays are located
in the front seat backrests.
To unfold, pull upwards until it engages.
To fold away, press downwards past the
resistance.
Do not play heavy objects on the tray.
9 Warning
Secure objects to prevent them from
falling out and causing injury.
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66 InstrumentsInstrumentsControl indicators ................................ 66
Instrument display ............................... 71
Information display ............................. 76
Warning buzzers.................................. 82
Windscreen wipers ............................... 82
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Control indicators The control indicators described here are
not present in all vehicles. The description
applies to all instrument versions.
The colours of the control indicators mean: >
Fog lamps 3
Control indicator lights up green
Illuminates when the fog lamps are on
386.
Picture no:
A
Engine electronics, transmission
electronics 3, immobiliser, diesel fuel
filter3
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
yellow
It illuminates for a few seconds when the
ignition is switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Fault in engine electronics or transmission
electronics. Electronics switch to
emergency running programme, fuel
consumption may increase and driveability
of vehicle may be impaired 3116. If the
fault is not remedied by re-starting,
contact a workshop for assistance
immediately.
In vehicles with diesel engines, it may be
necessary to drain the diesel fuel filter
3177. zRed
Danger, important reminder,
zYellow
Warning, information, fault,
zGreen
Switch-on confirmation,
zBlue
Switch-on confirmation.
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Instruments
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Flashes when the ignition is onFault in the electronic immobiliser system;
the engine cannot be started 321.Z
Exhaust emission
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
yellow
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Fault in emission control system. The
permissible emission limits may be
exceeded. Contact a workshop for
assistance immediately.
Picture no:
If it flashes when the engine is running:Fault that could lead to catalytic converter
damage. Ease up on the throttle until the
flashing stops 3115. Seek the immediate
assistance of a workshop. v
Airbag systems 3, Belt tensioners
Control indicator lights up red
Illuminates when the engine is runningFault in the airbag or belt tensioner system
350, 359.
I
Engine oil pressure
Control indicator lights up red
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Illuminates when the engine is running
1. Depress clutch 3.
2. Set manual transmission to neutral, or
with manual transmission automated 3
place selector lever in N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly
as possible without impeding other
vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
Contact a workshop for assistance. Caution
Engine lubrication may be interrupted.
This may result in damage to the engine
and/or locking of the drive wheels.
9 Warning
When the engine is off, considerably
more force is needed to brake and steer.
Do not remove key until vehicle has
come to a standstill, otherwise the
steering column lock could engage
unexpectedly.
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68 InstrumentsO
Turn signal lamps
Control indicator flashes green.
The control indicator flashes if a turn signal
or the hazard warning flashers are
activated.
Rapid flashing: lamp or associated fuse
has failed.
Replacing bulbs 3151. Fuses 3145.
C
Main beam
Control indicator lights up blue.
It is illuminated when main beam is on and
during headlamp flash 385.
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!
Preheating3, diesel particle filter 3
Control indicator lights up and/or flashes
yellow
Illuminated
Preheating activated. Only activates when
outside temperatures are low.
Flashes
(in vehicles with diesel particle filter)
Control indicator ! flashes if the filter
requires cleaning and previous driving
conditions did not permit automatic
cleaning. Continue driving and if possible
do not allow engine speed to drop below
2000 rpm.
Picture no:
The control indicator ! goes off as soon
as the self-cleaning operation is complete.
Diesel particle filter 3116.T
Winter programme of the manual
transmission automated3
Symbol is lit in the transmission display if
the Winter programme is activated 3103.
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Instruments
r
Fog tail lamp
Control indicator lights up yellow.
Illuminates when the fog tail lamp is on
386. p
Alternator
Control indicator lights up red
It illuminates when the ignition is switched
on and goes out shortly after the engine
starts.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Stop and turn engine off. battery is not
charged. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. Contact a workshop.
R
Brake system, clutch system 3
Control indicator lights up or flashes red.
Illuminated
Illuminates when the ignition is switched on
if the hand brake is applied 3120.
Illuminates when the hand brake is
released if the fluid level for the brake or
clutch system 3 is low 3179.
FlashesOn vehicles with manual transmission
automated 3, control indicatorR flashes
for a few seconds after the ignition is
switched off if the hand brake has not been
applied.
u
Anti-lock Braking System 3
Control indicator lights up red
Illuminates while driving
Fault in the anti-lock braking system 3119.
9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your journey.
Consult a workshop.
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74 Instruments
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Natural gas fuel gauge 3
The display indicates tank pressure or
petrol level, depending on operating
mode.Display:
1/1 - Tank pressure approx. 200 bar
3/4 - Tank pressure approx. 150 bar
1/2 - Tank pressure approx. 100 bar
1/4 - Tank pressure approx. 50 bar
In order to achieve the maximum range in
natural gas operation, we recommend that
you make use of the entire reserve area. Petrol operation:
Display:
1/1 - Tank content approx. 14 litres
When the petrol level is getting low, the
engine may sputter when taking curves.
Refuel immediately if control indicator Y
begins to flash!
Never allow the petrol tank to run dry!On vehicles with auxiliary heating 3,
regularly check the petrol level as it
consumes petrol even during natural gas
operation.
Fuel selector switch 3113.
Natural gas operation:
Pointer in left
warning zone
orY illuminated= Reserve level.
Pointer in left
warning zone
orY flashing= Lower reserve area;
vehicle shifts
automatically into
petrol operation
after a slight delay
3113.
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82 InstrumentsSetting display mode 3
Display brightness is independent of
vehicle lighting. Settings are made as
follows:
Select menu item Day / Night from the
Settings menu.
The options are displayed.
Automatic: Adapted based on vehicle
lighting.
Always day design: Black text on light
background.
Always night design: White text on dark
background.
Selections are indicated by a o in front of
the menu item.
Ignition logic 3
Setting, see infotainment system
instructions.
Warning buzzersWhen starting the engine or while driving:
zif seat belt 3 is not fastened.
zIf the speed programmed at the
factory3 is exceeded.
zIf the car has automated manual
transmission 3 and the driver’s door is
opened when the engine is running, a
gear is engaged and the foot brake is
not depressed.
When parking the vehicle and opening
the driver’s door:
zwhen the ignition key is in the ignition
switch.
zwith parking lamps or dipped beam on.
zif the turn signal lever is engaged.
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Windscreen wipers Move lever upwards to switch on.
&=Fast
%=Slow
$= Adjustable interval switching
§=Off
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84 LightingLighting
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Exterior lightsTurn light switch:
In positions 8 and 9, the tail lamps and
number plate lamps are also on.
If the ignition is switched off when main
beam or dipped beam is on, the parking
lamps 3 come on. Versions with daytime running lights 3
If the light switch is set to 7, dipped beam
is activated without instrument illumination
when the ignition is switched on.
The daytime running lights switched off
when the ignition is switched off.
Follow the regulations of the country in
which you are driving when using daytime
running lights and fog lamps 3.
Driving abroad 3 89. Exterior lights ....................................... 84
Main beam, headlamp flash .............. 85
Turn signal lamps ................................ 85
Reversing lamps................................... 85
Fog lamps > 3.................................... 86
Fog tail lamp r................................... 86
Hazard warning lamps ....................... 86
Headlamp range adjustment ? 3..... 87
Instrument illumination k................... 87
Information display illumination 3..... 87
Courtesy lamp 0................................ 88
Battery discharge protection 3.......... 89
Misted light covers............................... 89
Headlamps when driving abroad ...... 89 7=Off
8= Parking lamps
9= Dipped beam or main beam