
Cockpit47
Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Operating InstructionsCockpitOverviewOverview of the dash panel
This overview will help you to familiarise yourself with the
controls and displays.
Door release lever
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light dimmer for instrument panel lighting* . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight range control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air vent
Turn signal and dipped beam lever and cruise control
system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel and warning lamps:
− Instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Indicator lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn (only works when the ignition is on)/ and driver front
airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering and starter lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windscreen wiper and and windscreen wash lever and opera-
tion of the multifunction display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio
Glove compartment/Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Switches for:
−
Heating and ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Air conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Climatronic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette lighter / Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cup holder/Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls on the centre console:
− Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Airbag disconnection warning light* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− ESP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Tyre pressure control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Heated rear window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Heated seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− Central locking* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
− AUX connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handbrake lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic*/manual gear lever / . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage space
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column control lever* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bonnet release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column controls for audio and telephone* . . . . . . .
Fuse housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A1A2
89
A3
91
A4
91
A5A6
95, 148
A7
49
56
A8
26
A9
130
A10
98, 52
A11A12
110
A13
29
A14
119
122
125
A15
114
A16
113
A17
94
27
155 63
93
108 75
115
A18
144
A19
137, 136
A20A21
14
A22
129
A23
185
A24
68
A25
212
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Steering column controls*69
Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Audio Control
Fig. 39 Audio controls
Button Short press
Radio CD Audio
CD MP3/USB/iPod
a)
a)Only for MP3 compatible radios.*
AUX-IN
Vol u m e up
Vol um e d own
Cycle through source FM - AM - CD - FM...
Station search. Higher frequency
…. Next track No function
Station search. Lower frequency †
Previous track No function
Next preset No functionChange folder (forward) No function
Previous preset No functionChange folder (back) No function
AAABACADADAEAF
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Steering column controls*
70Audio + Telephone Control
Fig. 40 Audio + Tele-
phone Control
Button Short press
Long press
Radio CDCD
MP3/USB/iPod
a)
AUX-IN Radio CDCD
MP3/USB/iPod
a)
AUX-IN
Volume up Continue volume up
Volume down Continue volume down
Enable voice recognition. Press to speak No specific function
Station search. Higher fre-
quency
…
Next track No functionStation search.
Higher fre-
quency
…
Next track No function
AAABACAD
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Seats and storage compartments115
Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Electrical socket The 12 Volt cigarette lighter power socket can also be used for other electrical
components with a power rating of up to 120 Watt. When the engine is
switched off, however, the vehicle battery will discharge. For further informa-
tion see ⇒page 175.
WARNING
The power sockets and the connected accessories will only operate when
the ignition is on or when the engine is running. Improper use of the
sockets or electrical accessories can lead to serious injuries or cause a fire.
To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children alone inside the vehicle.
Note
•The use of electrical appliances with the engine switched off will cause a
battery discharge.
•Before using any electrical accessories, see the instructions in
⇒ page 175.Auxiliary audio input connection (AUX)*– Lift the AUX cover ⇒ fig. 85.
– Insert the plug as far as possible (see radio manual).
Fig. 84 Front power
socket
Fig. 85 AUX connection
on the central console
(depending on the equip-
ment)
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Seats and storage compartments
116AUX-USB* Input connectionFor information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio
handbook.First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire
extinguisher*First-aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisherThe use of reflective warning triangles is obligatory in emergencies in some
countries. As are the first aid kit and a set of spare light bulbs.
The first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher are located in the luggage compart-
ment, held in place by Velcro. The warning triangle may be located in the rear of the luggage compartment
secured by rubber bands.
Note
•The first aid kit, the warning triangles and the fire extinguisher are not
supplied with the vehicle as standard.•The first aid kit, the warning triangles and the fire extinguisher should
meet legal requirements.•The expiry date of the content of the first aid kit should be checked.•Ensure that the fire extinguisher is fully functional. The fire extinguisher
should, therefore, be checked regularly. The sticker on the fire extinguisher
will inform you of the next date for checking.•Before purchasing accessories and spare parts, see the instructions in
⇒ page 175, “Accessories, parts replacement and modifications”.Luggage compartmentStoring objects
All luggage must be securely stowed.Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles
well at all times:
– Distribute the load as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment
as possible.
Fig. 86 AUX/USB* input
connection (depending on
the equipment)
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If and when215
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Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Fuses below steering wheel in relay holderPTC fuses
AUX 1 Fuses
AUX 3 Fuses
Fuses in engine compartment above batteryNon-metal fuses
Some of the electrical items listed in the table are only fitted on certain
models or are optional extras.
Please note that the above list contains all data at the time of going to press,
so it is subject to modifications.
56
Rear window wiper
10
57
Dipped beam headlight (right side)
15
58
Dipped beam headlight (left side)
15
Number
Consumer
Amps
1
Supplementary electrical heating using air
40
2
Supplementary electrical heating using air
40
3
Supplementary electrical heating using air
40
Number
Consumer
Amps
1
Dipped headlight (left side)
15
2
Dipped headlight (right side)
15
3
Headlight washer pump
20
Number
Consumer
Amps
1
Trailer control unit
15
2
Trailer control unit
20
3
Trailer control unit
20
Number
Consumer
Amps
Number
Consumer
Amps
1
ABS unit
25
2
Electroblower climate heater/fan
30
3
Climate fan
5
4
ABS unit
10
5
Electronic control unit
5
6
Injection module
30
Fig. 134 Fuses in engine
compartment
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Index255
Index
AABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Acoustic signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Acoustic warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Adaptive headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Air conditioner Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Air conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Air outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Air recirculation Semi-automatic air conditioning . . . . . . . . 124
Air recirculation mode Climatronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Airbag system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Alarm system Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Alternator Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Anti-freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Anti-lock brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Anti-theft alarm
Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Anti-theft alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Anti-theft wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Aquaplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Aspects to note before setting off . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror* Activating the anti-dazzle function . . . . . . 101
Deactivating anti-dazzle function . . . . . . . . 101
Automatic car washing tunnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Automatic gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Kick-down feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Selector lever positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Automatic lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Automatic windscreen wiper/washer . . . . . . . . . 98
AUX input connection/USB* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Auxiliary audio input connection: AUX . . . . . . . 115
BBall coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Battery Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Winter conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Before setting off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Biodiesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182 Biodiesel fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Brake servo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153, 158
Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Braking distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Bulb changes General notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Bulb defect Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95, 130
CCar care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Car phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Catalytic converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Central locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Automatic speed dependent locking and un-locking system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Emergency unlocking system . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Locking system for involuntary unlocking . . 74
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