Page 23 of 219

Note■Warning messages shown in the MAXI DOT display must be confirmed with but-
ton B » Fig. 7 on page 18 to call up the main menu.■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always indi-
cated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue to be
indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
20
Brake system
20
Seat belt warning light
21
Alternator
21
Door open
21
Engine oil
21
Coolant
22
Power steering
23
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
23
Traction Control System (ASR)
23
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
24
Rear fog light
24
Bulb failure
24
Exhaust inspection system
24
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
24
ECU fault light (petrol engine)
25
Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
25
Fuel reserve
25
Airbag system
26
Tyre pressures
26
Windscreen washer fluid level
26
Traction control (TCS) switched off
26
Turn signal system
26
Low beam
27 Fog lights27 Cruise control system27
Selector lever lock
27
Main beam
27
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by au-
dible signals.
WARNING■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and warn-
ing notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle
damage.■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to ob-
serve safety notes » page 159, Engine compartment .
Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 20.
The warning light
comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than
6 km/h.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Release parking brake!
Brake system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 20.
The
indicator light comes on if the brake fluid level in the braking system is too
low or there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Brake fluid: Read manual.
20Operation
Page 209 of 219

Index
A
Abroad Driving abroad
109
Unleaded petrol109
ABS111
Warning light24
Accessories146
Adjusting Exterior mirrors
51
Seat53
Steering wheel95
Adjusting the seats124
Aerial150
See windows152
Airbag132
Deactivating137
Deactivating the front passenger airbag137
Deployment132
Front airbag134
Head airbag136
Modifications and damage to the airbag system 148
Side airbag
135
Airbag system132
Air conditioning Operation
81
Air conditioning system Air outlets
77
Climatronic83
Manual air conditioning system80
Air outlets77
Alarm35
Anti-theft alarm system35
Operation36
Trailer122
Antilock Braking System111
Armrest71
Ashtray66
ASR111
warning light23
Assist systems ABS
24, 111
ASR23, 111
Cruise Control System113
EDS and XDL111
ESC23, 110
Parking aid112
START-STOP115
Auto Check Control19
Automatic gearbox Selector lever-emergency unlocking
103
Starting-off and driving102
Tiptronic102
Automatic load deactivation171
Automatic transmission100
Kickdown102
Malfunction103
Selector lever lock101
Using the selector lever101
AUX94
Avoiding damage to the vehicle Driving through water
108
Avoiding damage to your vehicle108
B
Ball head Check fitting
119
Fitting118
Ready position118
Removing119
Belts127
Belt tensioners131
Bicycle carrier63
Bonnet Closing
161
Opening161
Boot Cover60
Emergency unlocking38
Fastening elements58
Fixing nets59
Folding hooks59
see Boot lid37
Unlocking the boot lid38
Boot lid37
Automatic locking37
Brake assist110
Brake booster99
Brake fluid167
Changing168
Checking167
Display messages20
Brakes Brake booster
99
Brake fluid167
Handbrake99
Indicator light20
Running in104
Braking Information on braking
98
Breakdown kit185
Bulbs In the tail light
198
Replacing194
Button in the driver's door Electrical power windows
38
C
Car care
144
Car computer see Multifunction display
13
Car park ticket holder68
Carrier65
Cavity protection153
Central locking button33
206Index
Page 213 of 219

Onboard computersee Multifunction display13
Operation in winter Diesel fuel
159
Vehicle battery170
Outside temperature15
Overview Engine compartment
162
warning lights20
P
Paintwork See Paintwork care
151
Paintwork care151
Panoramic roof48
Parking Parking aid
112
Parking lights41
Part replacement146
Passive safety Before setting off
123
Driving safety124
Safety equipment123
Passive Safety123
Pedals100
Footmats100
Petrol refer to Fuel
158
Polishing the paintwork See Taking care of your vehicle
151
Power steering95
Power window force limiter39
praktik adjusting the safety partition
75
Praktik73
Adjustable safety partition behind the front seats
74
emergency release of the loading area door75
Fastening the loading floor74
Internal lighting75
Internal lights75
R
Radiator fan
162
Radio reception See windows
152
Raise vehicle183
Rear-view mirror Exterior mirrors
51
Manually dimmed rear-view mirror51
Rear fog light44
rear seats in the longitudinal direction
54
Tilt the seat backrest54
Rear seats54
Rear Seats fold back into the starting position
56
Rear window heating47
Recirculated air mode Manual air conditioning
82
Recommended gear13
Refuelling157
Fuel157
Regulation Headlight beam
42
Remote control34
Synchronisation process35
Remote control key Replacing the battery
29
Repairs and technical alterations146
Replacing Bulb for the licence plate light
197
Bulbs194
Bulbs in the tail light198
Fuses191
Fuses in the dash panel192
Fuses in the engine compartment193
Vehicle battery171
Windscreen wiper blades50
Replenishing Coolant
167
Engine oil165
Windscreen washer fluid162
Running-in The first 1500 km
103
Running in Brake pads
104
Engine103
Tyres104
S
SAFE see Safe securing
32
SAFELOCK see Safe securing
32
Safe securing32
Safety123
Child safety139
Child safety seats139
Correct seated position124
Head restraints56
ISOFIX141
TOP TETHER143
Safety belts rear middle seat
130
Saving electrical energy104
Seals Taking care of your vehicle
152
Seat Adjusting
53
Seat belt warning light
21
Seat belt height adjuster130
Seat belts127
Belt tensioners131
Cleaning156
fastening and unfastening129
210Index