▷While the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, if
the driver's door is open and the low beams
are switched off.
When the ignition is switched off, by opening or
closing the driver's door or unbuckling the driv‐
er's seat belt, the radio ready state remains ac‐
tive.
Radio ready state
Activate radio ready state:
▷When the ignition is switched off: press ON/
OFF button on the radio.▷When the engine is running: press the Start/
Stop button.
Some electronic systems/power consumers re‐
main ready for operation.
Radio ready state switches off automatically:
▷After approx. 8 minutes.▷When the vehicle is locked using the central
locking system.▷Shortly before the battery is discharged
completely, so that the engine can still be
started.
Starting the engine
General information Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas; otherwise, breathing of exhaust fumes
may lead to loss of consciousness and death.
The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas.◀
Unattended vehicle
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the engine running; doing so poses a risk of dan‐
ger.
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐
ning, set the parking brake and place the trans‐
mission in position P or neutral to prevent the
vehicle from moving.◀
Repeated starting in quick succession
Avoid repeated unsuccessful attempts to
start the vehicle or starting the vehicle several
times in quick succession. Otherwise, the fuel is
not burned or is inadequately burned, posing a
risk of overheating and damage to the catalytic
converter.◀
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the
vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at mod‐
erate engine speeds.
Diesel engine
If the engine is cold and temperatures are below
approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃, the start process may be de‐
layed somewhat due to automatic preheating.
A Check Control message is displayed.
Manual transmission
Starting the engine1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press on the clutch pedal and shift to neu‐
tral.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a cer‐
tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine
starts.
Automatic transmission
Starting the engine
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a cer‐
tain time and is stopped as soon as the engine
starts.
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Objects in the area around the pedalsNo objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved for
the vehicle and can be properly fixed in place.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again after they were removed for cleaning, for
example.◀
Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly
exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every
few miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other
road users.
The heat generated in this process helps dry the
brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear
in which the least braking is required. Otherwise,
the brake system may overheat, resulting in a
reduction in the brake system efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
necessary.
Avoid load on the brakes
Avoid placing excessive load on the brake
system. Light but consistent brake pressure can
lead to high temperatures, brake wear and pos‐
sibly even brake failure.◀Do not drive in neutral
Do not drive in neutral or with the engine
stopped, as doing so disables engine braking. In
addition, steering and brake assist is unavailable
with the engine stopped.◀
Brake disc corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination
on the brake pads are furthered by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure
that must be exerted by the pads during brake
applications to clean the discs is not reached.
Should corrosion form on the brake discs, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating ef‐
fect that generally cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops that exits underneath
the vehicle.
Traces of water under the vehicle like this are
normal.
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Master key, refer to Remotecontrol 30
Maximum cooling 140
Maximum speed, display 79
Maximum speed, winter tires 192
Measure, units of 85
Medical kit 214
Memory, seat, mirror 51
Menu, EfficientDynamics 167
Menu in instrument cluster 81
Menus, operating, iDrive 16
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept 18
Messages, refer to Check Control 73
Microfilter 139, 142
Minimum tread, tires 190
Mirror 52
Mirror memory 51
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 159
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 7
Moisture in headlamp 203
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play 16
Mounting of child restraint fix‐ ing systems 55
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 12
N
Navigation, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Neck restraints, front, refer to Head restraints 49
Neck restraints, rear, refer to Head restraints 50
New wheels and tires 191
No Passing Information 79
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing 217 O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 201
Obstacle marking, backup camera 127
Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐ line quality 174
Odometer 76
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Oil 196
Oil, adding 197
Oil additives 197
Oil change 198
Oil change interval, service re‐ quirements 77
Oil filler neck 197
Oil types, alternative 197
Oil types, approved 197
Old batteries, disposal 211
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 201
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display 16
Onboard vehicle tool kit 202
Opening/closing from in‐ side 36
Opening/closing via door lock 36
Opening/closing with remote control 34
Opening the trunk lid with no- touch activation 39
Operating concept, iDrive 16
Optional equipment, standard equipment 6
Outside air, refer to Automatic recirculated-air control 141
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 76
Overtaking prohibitions 79 P
Paint, vehicle 220
Parallel parking assistant 132
Park Distance Control PDC 123
Parked-car ventilation 142
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 160
Parking aid, refer to PDC 123
Parking assistant 132
Parking brake 63
Parking lamps 87
Particulate filter 159
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 53
Pathway lines, backup cam‐ era 127
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 123
Personal Profile 31
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 44
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 42
Plastic, care 221
Power failure 211
Power sunroof, glass 43
Power windows 41
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 178
Pressure warning FTM, tires 98
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 31
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 21
Protective function, glass sun‐ roof 44
Protective function, win‐ dows 42
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