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Active Blind Spot Detection
The concept
Two radar sensors below the rear bumper
monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle
at speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.
The system indicates whether there are vehi‐
cles in the blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching
from behind on the adjacent lane, arrow 2.
The lamp in the exterior mirror housing lights
up dimly.
Before you change lanes after setting the turn
signal, the system issues a warning in the sit‐
uations described above.
The lamp in the housing of the exterior mirror
flashes and the steering wheel vibrates.
Notes Personal responsibility
The system does not serve as a substi‐
tute for the driver's personal judgment of the
traffic situation.
Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐
cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise an
accident is still possible despite all warnings.◀
At a glance
Button in the vehicle
Active Blind Spot Detection
Radar sensors
The radar sensors are located under the rear
bumper.
Switching on/off Press the button.
▷On: the LED lights up.▷Off: the LED goes out.
The system can issue warnings at speeds
above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.
The state is stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
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Driving comfortVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, ACC
The conceptThis system can be used to select a desired
speed that the vehicle will maintain automati‐
cally on clear roads.
To the extent possible, the system automati‐
cally adjusts the speed to a slower vehicle
ahead of you.
The distance that the vehicle maintains to the
vehicle ahead of you can be varied.
For safety reasons, it depends on the speed.
To maintain a certain distance, the system au‐
tomatically reduces the speed, applies the
brakes lightly, or accelerates again if the vehi‐
cle ahead begins moving faster.
If the vehicle ahead of you brakes to a halt, the
system is able to detect this within the given
system limits. If the vehicle ahead of your
drives away again from a halt, your vehicle is
able to accelerate if operated accordingly.
Even if some time passes before the vehicle
ahead of you drives away again, your own vehi‐
cle can still be accelerated automatically and
simply.
As soon as the road is clear, it accelerates to
the desired speed.The speed is also maintained on downhill gra‐
dients, but may not be maintained on uphill
slopes if engine power is insufficient.
General information
Depending on the set driving program, the
characteristics of the cruise control can
change in certain areas.
Hints Personal responsibility
Even an active system does not release
the driver from personal responsibility for the
driving process, especially for lane tracking,
adaptation of speed, distance and driving style
to the traffic conditions.
Because of technical system limits, the system
cannot independently react appropriately in all
traffic situations.
Monitor the driving process, the surrounding
area and what is occurring in traffic continu‐
ously and attentively and actively intervene as
required, e.g., by braking, steering or making an evasive maneuver.◀
Unfavorable weather conditions
In the event of unfavorable weather and
light conditions, e. g. if there is rain, snowfall,
slush, fog or glare, this may result in poorer
recognition of vehicles and lane limits as well
as short-term interruptions for vehicles that are
already detected. Drive attentively, and react to
the current traffic events. Intervene actively
when necessary, e.g., by braking, steering or
making an evasive maneuver, otherwise, there
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Gray: parking space search.
Blue: the system is activated. A
suitable parking space was
found.
The parking procedure is active.
Steering control has been
seized.
Status of the parking space search▷Gray, arrow 1: parking space search.▷Blue, arrow 2: parking space is suitable.
The vehicle is parked in the parking space
if the parking procedure is active.▷No display: no parking space search.
Status of the system, Display 2
▷Colored symbols, see arrows, on the side
of the vehicle representation. Parking as‐
sistant is activated and search for parking
space active.▷Suitable parking spaces are displayed next
to the vehicle symbol at the edge of theroad as on the Control Display. When the
parking assistant is active, suitable parking
spaces are highlighted.▷The parking procedure is ac‐
tive. Steering control has
been seized.▷Parking space search is always active
whenever the vehicle is moving forwards
slow and straight, even if the system is de‐
activated. When the system is deactivated,
the displays on the Control Display are
shown in gray.
Parking using the parking assistant
Check the traffic situation as well
Loud sounds outside and within the vehi‐
cle can drown out the signal tones of the park‐
ing assistant and PDC.
Check the traffic situation around the vehicle
with your own eyes; otherwise, there is the
danger of an accident.◀
1.Switch on the parking assistant and acti‐
vate it if necessary.
The status of the parking space search is
indicated on the Control Display.2.Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐
play.
To achieve the best possible parking posi‐
tion, wait for the automatic steering wheel
movement as required after the gear
change when the vehicle is stationary.
The end of the parking procedure is indi‐
cated on the Control Display.3.Adjust the parking position yourself if nec‐
essary.
Interrupting manually
The parking assistant can be interrupted at any
time:
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rearview mirror. The required distance de‐
pends on the manual transmitter.4.Simultaneously press and hold the button
of the desired function on the hand-held
transmitter and the button to be program‐
med on the interior rearview mirror. The
LED on the interior rearview mirror will be‐
gin flashing slowly.5.Release both buttons as soon as the LED
flashes more rapidly. When the LED is
flashing faster, this indicates that the but‐
ton on the interior rearview mirror has been
programmed.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance be‐
tween the interior rearview mirror and the
hand-held transmitter and repeat the step.
Several more attempts at different distan‐
ces may be necessary. Wait at least
15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.6.To program other functions on other but‐
tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
The systems can be controlled using the inte‐
rior rearview mirror buttons.
Special feature of the alternating-
code wireless system
If you are unable to operate the system after
repeated programming, please check if the
system to be controlled features an alternat‐
ing-code system.
Read the system's operating manual, or press
the programmed button on the interior rear‐
view mirror longer. If the LED on the interior
rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then
stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system
features an alternating-code system. Flashing
and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐
peat for approximately 20 seconds.
For systems with an alternating-code system,
the universal garage door opener and the sys‐
tem also have to be synchronized.
Please read the operating manual of the sys‐
tem being set up for information on how to
synchronize the system.
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a sec‐
ond person.
To synchronize:1.Park the vehicle within range of the re‐
mote-controlled system.2.Program the relevant button on the interior
rearview mirror as described.3.Locate and press the synchronizing button
on the system being programmed. You
have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.4.Hold down the programmed button on the
interior rearview mirror for approximately
3 seconds and then release it. If necessary,
repeat this work step up to three times in
order to finish synchronization. Once syn‐
chronization is complete, the programmed
function will be carried out.
Reprogramming individual buttons
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press and hold the interior rearview mirror
button to be programmed.3.As soon as the interior rearview mirror LED
starts flashing slowly, hold the hand-held
transmitter for the system to be controlled
approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the
buttons on the interior rearview mirror. The
required distance depends on the manual
transmitter.4.Likewise, press and hold the button of the
desired function on the hand-held trans‐
mitter.5.Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐
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At a glance
The system includes the following
EfficientDynamics functions and displays:▷ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 174.▷ECO PRO tips driving instruction, refer to
page 175▷ECO PRO climate control, refer to
page 174.
Activate ECO PRO
Press button repeatedly until ECO
PRO is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Configuring ECO PRO
Via the Driving Dynamics Control
1.Activate ECO PRO.2."Configure ECO PRO"3.Configure the program.
Via the iDrive
1."Settings"2."ECO PRO mode"
Or
1."Settings"2."Driving mode"3."Configure ECO PRO"
Configure the program.
ECO PRO Tip
▷"Tip at:":
Set ECO Pro speed at which an ECO PRO
Tip is to be displayed.▷"ECO PRO speed warning":
A reminder is displayed if the set ECO PRO
speed is exceeded.
ECO PRO climate control
"ECO PRO climate control"
The climate control is adjusted to be fuel-effi‐
cient.
By making a slight change to the set tempera‐
ture, or slowly adjusting the rate of heating or
cooling of the passenger compartment, fuel
consumption can be economized.
The outputs of the seat heater and the exterior
mirror heating are also reduced.
The exterior mirror heating is made available
when outside temperatures are very cold.
ECO PRO potential
The percentage of potential savings that can
be achieved with the current configuration is
displayed.
Display in the instrument cluster
ECO PRO bonus range An extension of the range can
be achieved by an adjusted driv‐
ing style.
This may be displayed as the
bonus range in the instrument
cluster.
The bonus range is shown in the range display.
The bonus range is automatically reset every
time the vehicle is refueled.
Driving style
In the tachometer, a mark in the bar display in‐
dicates the current efficiency of the driving
style.
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Danger of burns
Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is the danger of getting
burned.◀
Working on the lighting system
When working on the lighting system,
you should always switch off the lights af‐
fected to prevent short circuits.
To avoid possible injury or equipment damage
when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions
provided by the bulb manufacturer.◀
Do not perform work/bulb replacement
on xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system,
including bulb replacement, performed only by
a service center. Due to the high voltage
present in the system, there is the danger of
fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀
Do not touch the bulbs
Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare hands, as even minute amounts of
contamination will burn into the bulb's surface
and reduce its service life.
Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar,
or hold the bulb by its base.◀
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Light-emitting diodes installed behind a cover
serve as the light source for controls, display
elements and other equipment.
These light-emitting diodes, which are related
to conventional lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers
Do not remove the covers, and never
stare into the unfiltered light for several hours; otherwise, irritation of the retina could result.◀Headlamp glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐
ternal lamps in cool or humid weather. When
driving with the light switched on, the conden‐
sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐
lamp glasses do not need to be changed.
If the headlamps do not dim despite driving
with the light switched on, increasing humidity
forms, e. g. water droplets in the light, have the
service center check this.
Headlamp setting
The headlamp adjustments can be affected by
changing lamps and bulbs. Therefore after a
change, have the headlamp setting checked
and corrected by Service.
Front lamps, bulb replacement
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Brake discs, breaking in 166
Brake force display 115
Brake lamps, brake force dis‐ play 115
Brake lights, adaptive 115
Brake pads, breaking in 166
Braking, hints 167
Breakdown assis‐ tance 217, 218
Breaking in 166
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 89
Bulb replacement 206
Bulb replacement, front 207
Bulb replacement, halogen headlamps 207
Bulb replacement, rear 212
Bulb replacement, xenon headlamps 210
Bulbs and lamps 206
Button, RES 124
Button, Start/Stop 63
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 218
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera, care 226
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 133
Camera, Side View 136
Camera, Top View 137
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 161
Car battery 214
Car care products 224
Care, displays 226
Care, vehicle 224
Cargo 169
Cargo area, enlarging 157
Cargo area lid 40
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 162
Cargo, securing 170 Cargo straps, securing
cargo 170
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 226
Car wash 223
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 167
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 204
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 160
Center console 16
Center-Lock, see button for central locking 37
Central locking system 37
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 206
Changing wheels 214
Changing wheels/tires 195
Check Control 78
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 200
Children, seating position 59
Children, transporting safely 59
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 59
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 60
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 59
Child safety locks 62
Child seat, mounting 59
Child seats 59
Chrome parts, care 225
Cigarette lighter 155
Cleaning, displays 226
Climate control 144, 146
Clock 81 Closing/opening from in‐
side 40
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 38
Clothes hooks 161
Coasting 176
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 176
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 176
Cockpit 14
Cold starting, refer to Starting the engine 64
Collision warning with braking function 108
Collision warning with City Braking function 105
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals 68
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 68
Comfort Access 41
COMFORT program, Dy‐ namic Driving Control 119
Compartments in the doors 160
Compass 153
Computer 86
Condensation on win‐ dows 148
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 168
Condition Based Service CBS 204
Configuring drive pro‐ gram 119
Confirmation signal 43
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
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Settings, locking/unlock‐ing 43
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 88
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ ror 55
Shifting, automatic transmis‐ sion 71
Shifting, manual transmis‐ sion 71
Shift paddles on steering wheel 73
Side airbags 96
Side View 135
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 43
Sitting safely 49
Size 230
Slide/tilt glass roof 47
Snow chains 197
Socket 155
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 204
Soot particulate filter 167
SOS button 217
Spare fuse 215
Specified engine oil types 202
Speed, average 86
Speed limit detection, on‐ board computer 87
Speed limiter, display 83
Speed Limit Information 83
Speed limit in the com‐ puter 87
Split screen 24
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 118
Sport automatic transmis‐ sion 73
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
play 87
SPORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 118 Sport program, transmis‐
sion 73
Sport steering, variable 118
Stability control systems 116
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 65
Start/Stop button 63
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 35
Starting the engine 64
Status display, tires 99
Status information, iDrive 23
Status of Owner's Manual 6
Steering wheel, adjusting 58
Steering wheel heating 58
Steptronic, automatic trans‐ mission 71
Stopping the engine 65
Storage compartment in the rear 161
Storage compartments 159
Storage compartments, loca‐ tions 159
Storage, tires 196
Storing the vehicle 226
Summer tires, tread 194
Supplementary text mes‐ sage 79
Surround View 132
Switch for Dynamic Driv‐ ing 118
Switch-on times, parked-car ventilation 150
Switch, refer to Cockpit 14
Symbols 6
Symbols in the status field 23
T Tachometer 80
Tailgate 40
Tailgate opening with no- touch activation 42
Tailgate via remote con‐ trol 38
Tail lamps 212 Technical changes, refer to
Safety 7
Technical data 230
Telephone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 145, 147
Temperature display, external temperature 81
Temperature, engine oil 80
Tempomat, refer to Active Cruise Control 121
Terminal, starting aid 219
Text message, supplemen‐ tary 79
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 44
Theft protection, refer to Central locking system 37
Thigh support 51
Through-loading system 157
Tilt alarm sensor 45
Time of arrival 87
Tire damage 195
Tire identification marks 193
Tire inflation pressure 187
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 102
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 99
Tires, changing 195
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 187
Tires, run-flat tires 197
Tire tread 194
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Tools 206
Top View 136
Total vehicle weight 230
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 221
Towing 220
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