WARNING■If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 56.■
Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cooling
system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the engine to cool down before removing the cap.
■
Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off.
Bonnet
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on if the bonnet is unlocked.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 56.
Boot lid
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on if the boot lid is opened.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 56.
Power steering/steering lock (KESSY system)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
Power steering
If the indicator light lights up, this indicates a partial failure of the power steer-
ing and the steering forces can be greater. Seek help from a specialist garage.
If the indicator light lights up, this indicates a complete failure of the power
steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering forces).
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Steering lock (KESSY system)
› While the indicator light
is flashing, the steering lock cannot be released. Fur-
ther information » page 37, KESSY .
› If the warning light
flashes, a signal tone sounds, and the following message
appears in the MAXI DOT-display Steering column lock: Workshop!) , the electri-
cal steering lock is faulty. Seek help from a specialist garage.
› If the warning light
flashes, a beep sounds and in the MAXI DOT display the
message Steering lock defective appears, then the electric steering lock is bro-
ken. Park the car,
do not continue the journey . After switching off the igni-
tion, it is then no longer possible to lock the steering, to activate the electrical
components (e.g. radio, navigation system), to switch on the ignition again and to start the engine. Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 56.
Note
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow indica-
tor light comes on after switching on the ignition. The indicator light must go
out after driving a short distance. Visit a specialist garage if the yellow warning
light stays on after having started the engine again and driving a short dis-
tance.
17Instruments and Indicator Lights
Antilock brake system (ABS)First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Error: ABS
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNING■ If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 56.■
If the warning light » page 15 is displayed together with warning light ,
do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!
The rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The warning light
comes on when the rear fog lights are operating » page 55.
Bulb failure
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on if a bulb is faulty:
› within a few seconds of the ignition being switched on;
› when a light with a defective bulb is turned on.
The following message, for example, may be shown in the MAXI DOT display.
INFORMATION Check front right low beam!
Adaptive headlights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light flashes for 1 minute while driving or after switching on the
ignition, there is a problem with the adaptive headlights » page 54.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Cornering light (AFS) has no function. Log book!
Exhaust inspection system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on after the ignition has been switched on. The en-
gine can be started immediately after the pre-glow indicator light goes out.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light
does not come on
at all or lights up continuously .
If the indicator light
begins to flash while driving, a fault exists in the engine
control. The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
19Instruments and Indicator Lights
If a turn signal light fails, the indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate.
Switching off the hazard indicator light system is switched on will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.
Further information » page 53, Turn signal and main beam .
Low beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light comes on when low beam is selected » page 51.
Fog lights
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on when the fog lights are operating » page 55.
Cruise control system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
The indicator light
comes on when the cruise control is operating » page 157.
Selector lever lock/starting (KESSY system)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 14.
If the indicator light
lights up, operate the brake pedal. This is necessary to
move the selector lever from position P and N » page 140 or to start the engine in
vehicles with the KESSY system » page 135.
Main beam
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 14.
The indicator light comes on when the main beam or headlight flasher are se-
lected » page 53 .
22Using the system
The Aux. heating menu item is only displayed if the vehicle is equipped with fac-
tory-fitted auxiliary heating.
The menu item Assistants is only displayed if the vehicle is fitted with fatigue de-
tection.
Note
■ If warning messages are displayed, these messages must be verified to access
the main menu » page 23, Using the information system .■
If the display is not activated at that moment, the menu always shifts to one of
the higher levels after approx. 10 seconds.
■
Using the factory-fitted radio or navigation system » Radio operating instruc-
tions or» navigation system operating instructions .
Settings
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 28.
You can change certain settings by means of the MAXI DOT display. The current
menu item is shown in the top of the display under a line.
You can select the following menu options:
Language
You can set the language for the display texts here.
Automatic blind (Combi)
This is where the automatic roll-up function of the boot roll cover can be deacti-
vated/activated when opening the boot lid.
MFD displays
Activate or deactivate certain displays of the multifunction display here.
Comfort
The following functions can be activated, deactivated or adjusted here:
Rain closing
Activate/deactivate the function for automatically clos-
ing the window and the tilt/slide sunroof in a locked ve-
hicle when it starts raining a)
. If the function is set and it
is not raining, the windows including the panoramic tilt/
slide sunroof will close automatically after approx. 12 hours.ATA confirmActivate/deactivate the audible signalling the activationof the anti-theft alarm system.Central lockingActivate/deactivate the central locking and automatic
locking function, also applies to the KESSY system.Window op.Only convenience mode for the driver window or for all
of the windows can be adjusted here.Mirror downActivate/deactivate the function for mirror lowering on
the front passenger side when engaging the reverse gear b)
.Mirror adjust.Activate/deactivate the function for left and right exte-
rior mirror setting simultaneously.Factory settingRestore the Convenience factory setting.a)
This function is only available on vehicles with a rain sensor.
b)
This function is only available on vehicles with an electrically adjustable driver seat.
Lights and Visibility
The following functions can be activated, deactivated or adjusted here:
Coming HomeActivate/deactivate and adjust the light duration of the
COMING HOME function.Leaving HomeSwitch on/off and adjust the light duration of the
LEAVING HOME function.Footwell lightActivate/deactivate and adjust the footwell light inten-
sity.Daytime running lightsActivate/deactivate “DAY LIGHT” function.Rear wiperActivate/deactivate the function of the automatic rearwindow wiping.Lane ch. flashActivate/deactivate the lane ch. flash function.Travel modeActivate/deactivate the travel mode feature.Factory settingRestore the factory setting for the lighting. 29Information system
Unlocking and opening
Unlocking and locking
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Vehicle key
33
Unlock/lock with remote control
33
Unlocking/locking – KESSY
34
Safe securing system
35
Individual settings
35
Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the inside
36
Child safety lock
36
Opening/closing a door
37
Your car is equipped with a central locking system.
The central locking system allows you to lock and unlock all doors, the fuel filler
flap and tailgate at the same time based on the current setting 1)
.
The safe securing system » page 35 is integrated in the central locking system.
Once the car is locked from the outside, the door locks are automatically blocked
by the safe securing system »
.
The following takes place after unlocking 1)
.
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are unlocked.
› The interior light, which is switched by the door contact, comes on.
› The safe securing system is switched off.
› The indicator light in the driver door stops flashing.
› The anti-theft alarm system is deactivated.
The following takes place after locking 1)
.
› The doors, the boot lid and the fuel filler flap are locked.
› The interior lights switched by the door contact come on.
› The safe securing system is switched on.
› The indicator light in the driver door begins flashing.
› The anti-theft alarm system is activated.
Displaying an error
If the indicator light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then lights up for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.WARNING■ If the car is locked and the safe securing system is activated, there must not
be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open either a door or a
window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult for rescuers
to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk to life!■
Locked doors prevent unwanted entry into the vehicle from outside, for ex-
ample at road crossings.
Note
■ In the event of an accident in which the airbags are deployed, the locked doors
are automatically unlocked in order to enable rescuers to gain access to the vehi- cle.■
In case of failure of the central locking the driver's door can only be unlocked or
locked with the key. The other doors and the tailgate can be emergency locked or emergency released. ■Emergency locking of the door » page 240.
■ Emergency unlocking of the boot lid » page 241.
1)
Depending on the individual setting » page 35 .
32Using the system
Vehicle keyFig. 12
Remote control key
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 32.
Two remote control keys are provided with the vehicle » Fig. 12.
The transmitter with the battery is housed in the handle of the remote control
key. The receiver is located in the interior of the vehicle.
The operating range of the remote control key is approx. 30 m. But this range ofthe remote control can be reduced if the batteries are weak.
The remote control key has a fold-open key bit which can be used for unlocking
and locking the car manually and also for starting the engine.
The spare key must by initialised by a specialist garage after repair or replace-
ment of the receiver unit. Only then can the remote control key be used again.
WARNING■ Always withdraw the key whenever you leave the vehicle - even if it is only
for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the vehicle.
Otherwise, the children might start the engine or operate electrical equipment
(e.g. power windows) – risk of injury!■
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle has
come to a stop. The steering lock might otherwise engage unintentionally –
risk of accident!
CAUTION■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust,
etc.) have a negative effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and igni-
tion lock.
■
The battery must be replaced if the central locking or anti-theft alarm system
does react to the remote control at less than approx. 3 metres away » page 239.
Note
If you lose a key, please contact a specialist garage, who will be able to provide
you with a new one.
Unlock/lock with remote control
Fig. 13
Remote control key
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 32.
Explanation of graphic
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
Unlocking the boot lid
Folding out/folding up of the key bit Warning light
Unlocking
The turn signal lights flash twice as confirmation that the vehicle has been un-
locked.
AB33Unlocking and opening
If you unlock the vehicle and do not open a door or the boot lid within the next
30 seconds, the vehicle will lock again automatically and the safelock system or
anti-theft alarm system will be switched on. This function is intended to prevent
the car being unlocked unintentionally.
The seat and mirror are adjusted after the vehicle is unlocked » page 69.
Locking
The turn signal lights flash once as confirmation that the vehicle has been locked.
If the doors or the boot lid remain open after the vehicle has been locked, the
turn signal lights do not flash until they have been closed.
The current position of the seat and mirror after the vehicle is locked » page 69.
Checking the battery condition
The battery is empty if the red warning iconB
» Fig. 13 does not flash when you
press a button on the remote control key. Replace the battery » page 239.
WARNINGIf the car is locked from the outside and the safelock system is switched on,
there must not be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open ei- ther a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it more diffi-
cult for rescuers to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk to life!
CAUTION
■ Only operate the remote control when the doors and boot lid are closed and the
vehicle is in your line of sight.■
If the driver door is open, the vehicle cannot be locked using the remote control
key.
■
The operation of the remote control may temporarily be affected by signal inter-
ference from transmitters close to the car and which operate in the same fre-
quency range (e.g. mobile phone, TV transmitter).
Note
For vehicles with anti-theft alarm the acoustic signals can also be activated/deac-
tivated by locking/unlocking » page 29.
Unlocking/locking – KESSYFig. 14
KESSY: Name of the zones/sensors in the handle of the front door
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings
on page 32.
The KESSY system (Keyless Entry Start Exit System) enables unlocking and lock-
ing of the vehicle without actively using the remote control key. The key must be
in one of the areas
A,
B
or
C
» Fig. 14 (about 1.5 meters away from the vehicle).
Unlocking
›
Grab the door handle of the front door or cover the sensor
2
» Fig. 14 with the
whole palm of your hand » .
Locking
›
Touch the sensor
1
» Fig. 14 with your fingers.
On vehicles fitted with automatic gearbox, the selector lever must be moved into the position P before unlocking.
Unlocking the boot lid
›
Press the button in the handle of the boot lid » page 39.
Switching off the safelock system
›
Use your fingers to touch the sensor
1
twice within 2 seconds.
Unlocking or locking areas Front door left
Front door right
Luggage compartment lid
If you cover the sensor
2
at the same time as the sensor
1
» Fig. 14 when un-
locking the vehicle, it is not unlocked.
ABC34Using the system
If the vehicle is locked via the sensor 1, it will not be possible to unlock it again
in the following 2 seconds via the sensor 2 - prevents accidental unlocking.
The KESSY system can find the valid key, even if it was left in the front of the ve-
hicle's roof for example D
» Fig. 14 . It is therefore not always necessary to know
where the key is.
Always check to see whether the vehicle is locked. Further information about the KESSY system » page 37.
CAUTION
■
Do not use objects which might prevent direct contact between the hand and
the sensor.■
Some types of gloves can impair the function of the grip sensor.
■
After leaving the vehicle, it does not lock automatically, the procedure for lock-
ing the vehicle must therefore be observed.
■
If the battery in the key is weak or discharged, the vehicle may not be unlocked
or locked via the KESSY system. In this case, use the emergency unlocking or
emergency locking on the driver's door » page 240.
Safe securing system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 32.
The door locks are blocked automatically if the vehicle is locked from the outside.
Afterwards, it is not possible to open the doors with the door handle either from
the inside or from the outside.
This fact is pointed out by the following message on the display of the instrument
cluster after switching out the ignition.
Observe SAFE locking! Log book!
CHECK SAFELOCK
If the vehicle is locked and the safe securing system is switched off, the door can
be opened separately from the inside by a single pull on opening lever.
Switching off
The safelock can be switched off by locking twice within 2 seconds.
Switching on
The safelock switches on automatically the next time the vehicle is locked and
unlocked.
Switch-on display
The indicator light flashes for around 2 seconds in quick succession, afterwards it begins to flash evenly at longer intervals.
Switch-off display
The indicator light in the driver door flashes for about 2 seconds fast, goes out
and starts to flash at longer intervals after about 30 seconds.WARNINGIf the car is locked and the safe securing system is activated, there must not
be any person in the car as it is then not possible to open either a door or a window from the inside. The locked doors make it more difficult for rescuers
to get into the vehicle in an emergency – risk to life!
Note
This function only applies to certain countries.
Individual settings
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 32.
The following central locking functions can be set via the MAXI DOT dis-
play » page 29 , Settings .
Opening a single door
This function makes it possible to only unlock the driver's door. The other doors,
the fuel filler flap and the boot lid remain locked and are only unlocked after be- ing opened again.
Unlocking doors on one side of a vehicle This function enables you to unlock both doors on the driver's side. The otherdoors, the fuel filler flap and the boot lid remain locked and are only unlocked af-
ter being opened again.
Unlocking the vehicle with the KESSY system
This function enables you to unlock all the doors, individual doors, both doors on the left or right vehicle side. The other doors, the fuel filler flap and the boot lid
remain locked and are only unlocked after being opened again.
35Unlocking and opening