Index
....................................................... 4Introduction
......................................... 22 At
ag lance ........................................... 31 Safety
................................................... 41 Opening and closing
...........................63 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
....79 Lights and windshield wipers
............89 Climate control
................................. 107 Driving and parking
..........................131 On-board computer and displays
....175 Stowing and features
.......................221 Transporting loads
............................231 Maintenance and care
......................239 Breakdown assistance
.....................263 Wheels and tires
............................... 273 Technical data
................................... 313 Contents
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Automatic transmission
emergency mode
...............................141
Auxiliary heating Activating/deactivating heater
booster mode ................................ 125
Conditions for switching on ...........119
Important safety notes ..................118
Operating with the button (control
panel) ............................................ 119
Operation with the remote control .121
Operation with the timer ................122
Problem (malfunction) ...................128
Selecting a switch-on time ............. 119
Setting the switch-on time .............120
see Auxiliary heating
Axle load, permissible (trailer
towing) ............................................... 329B
Backup lamps Changing bulbs ........................ 99, 101
Backup lamps (Chassis Cab)
Changing bulbs .............................. 100
BAS (Brake Assist System)
Display message ............................ 198
Function/notes ................................ 56
Indicator lamp ................................ 210
Basic settings
see Settings
Battery
Isolating switch .............................. 132
Replacing (SmartKey) ................66, 67
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 66
Important safety notes ....................66
Replacing ................................... 66, 67
Battery (vehicle)
Care ............................................... 255
Charge indicator lamp ...................214
Charging ........................................ 254
Disconnecting and connecting
(driver's footwell) ........................... 251
Disconnecting and connecting
(engine compartment) ...................253
Display message ............................ 208
Important safety notes ..................250Installing/removing (driver's
footwell) ......................................... 252
Installing/removing (engine
compartment)
................................ 254
Jump starting ................................. 267
Location ......................................... 250
Removing/installing the floor
covering (driver's footwell) ............251
Belt
see Seat belts
Bio-diesel ........................................... 317
Bleeding the fuel system ..................137
Bodies Body/equipment mounting
directives for trucks .........................28
Bottle holder ...................................... 227
see Cuph older
Brake
EBD .................................................. 57
Brake Assist System
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Checking the level .........................245
Display message ............................ 199
Notes .................................... .245, 324
Warning lamp ................................. 211
Brake force distribution,
electronic
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Brake lamps
Changing bulbs ........................ 99, 101
Brake lamps (Chassis Cab)
Changing bulbs .............................. 100
Brake linings
Display message ............................ 199
Indicator lamp ................................ 214
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 56
Applying the parking brake ............146
BAS .................................................. 56
Brake fluid (notes) .................245, 324
Checking brake fluid leve l.............. 245
Display messages ..........................199
Driving tips .................................... 150
Important safety notes ..................150
Maintenance .................................. 210
Parking brake (notes) ..................... 151 Index
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Doors
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ...................................... .64
Control panel ................................... 38
Display message ............................ 209
Indicator lamp ................................ 219
Drinking and driving .........................148
Drinks holder see Bottle holder
see Cuph older
Driver's/co-driver's door
Unlocking ......................................... 70
Driver's seat
see Seats
Driving abroad ................................... 149
Driving off-road see Off-road driving
Driving on flooded roads ..................151
Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .......56
ASR (Acceleration Skid Control )...... 58
BAS (Brake Assist System) ..............56
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution) ..................................... 57
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability
Program) .......................................... 57
Important safety information ...........56
Overview .......................................... 56
Driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 155
Display message ............................ 207
PARKTRONI C................................. 157
Rea rview camera .......................... 161
Driving tips
Automatic transmission .................140
Brakes ........................................... 150
Break-in period .............................. 132
Downhill gradient ........................... 150
Drinking and driving .......................148
Driving abroad ............................... 149
Driving in winter ............................ .152
Driving on flooded road s................ 151
Driving on wet road s...................... 151
Exhaus tcheck ............................... 148
Fuel ................................................ 148
General .......................................... 147
Hydroplaning ................................. 151Icy road surfaces
........................... 152
Important safety notes ..................132
Limited braking efficiency on
salted road s................................... 151
Off-road driving .............................. 153
Overru ncut-off .............................. 148
Snow chains .................................. 277
Speed limitation ............................ .149
Towing atrailer .............................. 168
Transport by rail ............................ .150
Wet road surface ........................... 150 E
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution) Display message ............................ 200
Function/notes ................................ 57
Indicator lamps .............................. 210
Electrical closing assist ......................72
Electrical fuses see Fuses
Electrical step
Cleaning ......................................... 260
Display message ............................ 208
Emergency release ..........................72
Function .......................................... .72
Important safety notes ....................72
Indicator lamp ................................ 219
Manual retractio n............................ 72
Obstacle detection ........................... 72
Electrical system
Battery mai nswitc h....................... 132
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®
(Electroni cStability Program)
Emergenc yexit .................................... 59
Emergency exi twindow ..................... 59
Emergency Tensioning Devices Function .......................................... .50
Safety guideline s............................. 43
Emissions control
Service and warranty information ....23
Engine
ADR (working speed governor) ......167
Changing the power output .............25
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 216
Cleaning instructions .....................257
Engine number ............................... 316 Index
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correctly at all times. Have the headlamp
setting checked regularly.
R Always switch off the vehicle's lighting
system before changing a bulb.
This will prevent a short circuit.
R Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs
with your bare hands. Always use a clean,
lint-free cloth or only touch the base of the
bulb when installing.
Even minor contamination can burn into
the glass surface and reduce the service life
of the bulbs.
R Do not use a bulb that has bee ndropped or
that has scratches on its glass tube.
The bulb could may explode.
R Only use bulbs in closed lamps which have
been designed for this purpose.
R Only use spare bulbs of the same type and
with the prescribed voltage
R Protect the bulbs from moisture when in
use.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
R Have the LEDs and bulbs of the following
lamps changed at a qualified specialist
workshop:
- the additional turn signals in the exterior
mirrors
- the high-mounted brake lamp
- the Bi-Xenon bulbs
- front fog lamps
If you require assistance changing bulbs,
consult a qualified specialist workshop. Fron
tbulbs
Overview of bulb types Lights Bulb type
0005
Additional turn signal
lamps in the exterior
mirrors PY 16 W
0006
Turn signal lamps PY 21 W
0026
Halogen headlamps:
low-bea mheadlamps H7 55 W
Bi-Xenon headlamps:
low-beam/high-beam
headlamps D1S–35 W
0025
Halogen headlamps:
high-beam headlamps H7 55 W
Cornering lamps H7 55 W
0023
Fog lamps H11 55 W
0024
Parking lamps/
standing lamps WY 5 WChanging bulbs
97Lights and windshield wipers Z
i
To unlock the steering, move the steering
wheel slightly while turning the key to
position 1. Preparing for a journey
Visual check of the vehicle exterior X
In particular, check the following
components on the vehicle, and on the
trailer as necessary:
R
license plates, vehicle lighting, turn
signals, brake lamps and wiper blades for
dirt and damage
R tires and wheels for firm seating, correct
tire pressure and general condition
R trailer tow hitch for play and security
i The trailer coupling is one of the most
importan tvehicle parts with regard to road
safety. The separate instructions issued by
the manufacturer pertaining to operation,
care and maintenance should be observed.
X Rectify any noticeable defects before
commencing the journey.
Checks in the vehicle Emergency equipment/first-aid kit
X
Check the equipment to make sure that it
is accessible, complete and ready for use.
The first aid and breakdown assistance
equipment is in the fron tdoor stowage
compartments and behind the driver's seat.
Vehicle lighting
X Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock.
X Check the lighting system with the aid of a
second person.
X Replace defective bulbs (Y page 96). Before driving off
G
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict
the clearance around the pedals or block a
depressed pedal. This jeopardizes the
operating and road safety of the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident.
Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that
they do not get into the driver's footwell.
When using floormats or carpets, make sure
that they are properly secured so that they do
not slip or obstruct the pedals. Only use non-
slip floormats. G
WARNING
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correc tusage
of the pedals, e.g.:
R shoes with thick soles
R shoes with high heels
R slippers
There is a risk of an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct
usage of the pedals.
X Secure the load as per the loading
guidelines (Y page 232).
X Make sure that the floormats and carpets
are properly secured so that they cannot
slip and obstruct the pedals.
X Close all doors. Starting the engine
G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces
without sufficient ventilation.
! Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
X Before starting the engine, make sure that: 134
DrivingDriving and parking
X
Release the parking brake (Y page 146).
The 000B indicator lamp in the instrument
cluste rgoes out.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.
i After pulling away or switching on the
ignition, the vehicle automatically locks
centrally. The locking knobs in the doors
drop down.
You can open the doors from the inside at
any time.
You can also deactivate the automatic
locking feature (Y page 69).Reverse warning device
G
WARNING
Other road users may ignore or fail to hear the
warning tone of the reverse warning feature.
There is a risk of injury if you fail to ensure
that the area in which you are maneuvering is
clear.
Make sure that there are no persons or
objects in the area in which you are
maneuvering. It may be necessary to enlist
the help of a second person when
maneuvering.
The reverse warning feature is a system
designed to assist you in ensuring the safety
of other road users.
Aw arning signal sounds to alert other road
users when reverse gear is engaged .The
volume of the warning tone can be reduced
for night-time driving.
X To reduce the volume of the warning
tone: engage reverse gear twice in quick
succession.
The warning tone is now quieter.
i The warning tone sounds at a normal
volume by default. The volume of the
warning tone has to be reduced each time
you engage reverse gear if necessary. 136
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lock in parking position
P, e.g. to have the
vehicle towed away. Refueling
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. Improper handing of
fuel creates a risk of fire and explosion.
Avoid fire, open flames ,smoking and creating
sparks under all circumstances. Switch off the
engine and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating
before refueling. G
WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come
into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors .Keep fuel away from children.
If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
R Wash away fuel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
R If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance
without delay.
R If fuel is swallowed, seek medical
assistance without delay. Do not induce
vomiting.
R Immediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel. G
WARNING
If you mix diesel fuel with gasoline, the flash
point is lower than that of pure diesel fuel.
When the engine is running, exhaust system
components could overheat without being
noticed. There is a risk of fire.
Never refuel with gasoline. Never mix gasoline
with diesel fuel. H
Environmental note
If fuels are handled improperly, they pose a
danger to persons and the environment. Do
not allow fuels to run into the sewage system,
the surface waters, the ground water or into
the ground.
! Do not use gasoline to refuel vehicles with
a diesel engine. Even small amounts of
gasoline will cause damage to the fuel
system and engine.
! Do not switch on the ignition if you
accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel lines.
Notify a qualified specialist workshop and
have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained
completely.
! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the
fuel system.
! Take care not to spill any fuel on painted
surfaces. You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
! Filter the fuel before transferring it to the
vehicle if you are refueling the vehicle from
barrels or containers.
This will preven tmalfunctions in the fuel
system due to contaminate dfuel.
Further information on fuel and on fuel grades
can be found in the "Technical data" section
(Y page 317). Refueling procedure142
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rking
for safe maneuvering and parking. When
maneuvering and parking, make sure that
there are no persons, animals or objects in
the maneuvering area.
The rear view camera is
avisual parking aid.
It shows you the area behind the vehicle on a
separate monitor on the center console.
The camera is in the middle of the roof above
the high-mounted brake lamp (Y page 259).
The rear view camera may show obstacles in
perspectival distortion, incorrectly or not at
all. The rear view camera cannot display all
objects located very near and/or under the
rear bumper. It does not warn you of a
collision, persons or objects.
The area behind the vehicle is displayed in a
mirrored fashion, as in the rear-view mirror or
the exterior mirrors. The guide lines displayed
assist you in backing up.
The function of the rear view camera may be
partially or completely impaired in the
following circumstances:
R it is raining very heavily or snowing, or it is
foggy.
R the parking space is located in a very dark
place.
R the camera is exposed to very strong white
light .White stripes may appearont he
display.
R the surrounding area is illuminated with
fluorescent light. The displaym ay flicker.
R if the temperature changes very quickly, for
example if you drive int oaheated garage
in the winter.
R ambient temperatures are very high.
R the camera lens is dirty or obstructed.
R the rear of the vehicle is damaged. In this
case, have the position and setting
checked at a specialist workshop.
The rear view camera is switched on when
you engage reverse gear R.
You can find information on cleaning the
camera in the "Maintenance and care"
section (Y page 259). Monitor
Monitor in the stowage space on the center
console
Monitor buttons
0005
0008 Down button
0006 0006 Up button
0026 0003 Menu/confirm button
0025 0004 Monitor on/off switch
0023 Speaker cover
X To activate: engage reverse gear R.
The rear view camera is activated. The
monitor switches on.
If you engage reverse gear Rwhile using
auxiliary equipment, the monitor switches
to the rear view camera.
Or
X Press the 0004button.
The monitor shows AUX .T
he input for
auxiliary equipment (AUX) on the monitor
is activated.
i If you have switched the monitor off using
the 0004 button, you must press the 162
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