Information system
Driver information system
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Using the information system
23
Ice warning
24
Gear recommendation
24
Door, boot lid or bonnet warning
25
Compass display
25
The information system provides the driver with alerts and messages about in-
dividual vehicle systems. This information and advice is shown in the instrument
cluster display or indicated by the lighting up of the corresponding warning light
in the instrument cluster.
The information system provides the following information.
› Ice warning
» page 24.
› Recommended gear
» page 24.
› Door, boot lid or bonnet warning
» page 25.
› Compass display
» page 25.
› Multi-function display (MFA)
» page 25.
› Warning against excessive speed
» page 27.
› MAXI DOT display
» page 28.
› Service interval display
» page 30.
› Auto Check Control
» page 13.
› Selector lever positions for an automatic gearbox
» page 140.WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Using the information system
Fig. 8
Buttons/dial: on the operating lever / on the multifunction steering
wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 23.
On vehicles with a segment display of the multi-function display
(MFA) » page 25 the information system can be controlled with the lever.
On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display » page 28 the information system can be
operated with the control lever and the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel.
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Description of the operationButton/wheelActionOperationApush up or down brieflySelect datapush up or down brieflySet data valuesPress and hold buttonCall up main menu of the MAXI DOT displayBpress brieflyShow datapress brieflyConfirm dataCPress and hold buttonCall up main menu of the MAXI DOT displaypress brieflyto go back one level in the menu of the MAXI DOT displayDTurn upwards or downwardsSelect dataTurn upwards or downwardsSet data valuespress brieflyShow datapress brieflyConfirm data
Ice warningFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 23.
Prompt in the MAXI DOT display
If the outside temperature while driving drops to below +4°C, the following icon
appears on the display in front of the temperature display . An audible signal is
emitted.
If the outside temperature is already below +4°C when turning the ignition on,
the icon appears immediately. An audible signal is emitted.
Prompt in the segment display
If the outside temperature while driving drops to below +4°C, the temperature
display » page 26 , Outside temperature will show up with the following icon in
front
. An audible signal is emitted.
If the outside temperature is already below +4°C when turning the ignition on, the temperature display and the
icon appear immediately. An audible signal is
emitted.
After pressing button
A
» Fig. 8 on page 23, the information which was shown
last is indicated.
WARNINGEven at temperatures of around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road sur-
face! You should therefore not only rely on the outside temperature display
for accurate information as to whether there is ice on the road.
Gear recommendation
Fig. 9
Information on the selected
gear / Gear recommendation
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 23.
Information on the selected gear
The currently engaged gear
A
is shown in the display » Fig. 9.
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Recommended gear
In order to minimise the fuel consumption, a recommendation for shifting into an-
other gear is indicated in the display.
If the system recognises that it is beneficial to change gear, an arrow B
1) is dis-
played. The arrow points up or down, depending on whether you should shift into a higher or lower gear.
The gear recommendation is intended only for vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion or for vehicles with an automatic transmission in manual shift mode (Tiptron-
ic).
For vehicles with manual gearshifting,
C
indicates the recommended gear.
CAUTION
The driver is always responsible for selecting the correct gear in different driving
situations, such as overtaking.
Door, boot lid or bonnet warning
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 23.
Vehicles with a MAXI DOT display
If at least one door, the boot or bonnet is open, the display indicates the relevant
open door, boot or bonnet vehicle icon.
An acoustic signal will also sound if you drive the vehicle above 6 km/h.
Vehicles with a segment display
If at least one door or the boot or bonnet is open, the indicator lights
or
and
come on in the instrument cluster » page 14, Warning Lights .
Compass display
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 23.
For vehicles with a factory fitted navigation system, an abbreviation for each
point of the compass (depending on the current direction of travel) is shown on
the top left-hand corner of the 2)
display.
The abbreviation for each point of the compass is displayed only when the igni-
tion is on.
Multifunction display (MFA)
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Memory
26
Information overview
26
Warning against excessive speeds
28
The driving data is displayed on the multifunction display. The multifunction display can only be operated when the ignition is switched on.
After the ignition is switched on, the function that was last selected before
switching off the ignition is displayed.
For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, the menu item MFA must be selected and
confirmed in the main menu » page 28, MAXI DOT display .
On vehicles with a MAXI DOT display, there is an option to fade out some of the
information » page 29, Settings .
1)
On vehicles with a segment display, the
B
arrow is displayed behind the
C
specification.
2)
Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
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WARNING■Concentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.■
Even at temperatures of around +4 °C, black ice may still be on the road sur-
face! You should therefore not only rely on the outside temperature display
for accurate information as to whether there is ice on the road.
Note
■ In certain national versions the displays appear in the Imperial system of meas-
ures.■
If the display of the second speed is activated in mph, the current speed is not
indicated in km/h on the display.
■
The amount of fuel consumed will not be indicated.
Memory
Fig. 10
Multi-function display - Display example of the memory
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 25.
The multifunction display is equipped with two automatic memories, 1 and 2. The
selected memory is shown in the Display » Fig. 10.
Single-trip memory (memory 1)
The single-trip memory collates the driving information from the moment the ig- nition is switched on until it is switched off. New data will also flow into the cal-
culation of the current driving information if the trip is continued within 2 hours
after switching off the ignition. If the trip is interrupted for more than 2 hours,
the memory is automatically erased.
Total-trip memory (memory 2)
The total trip memory collates the data from any number of individual trips up to
a total of 19 hours and 59 minutes or a 1999 km distance or, for vehicles with a
MAXI DOT display, 99 hours and 59 minutes, or a 9999 km distance. The memory is deleted when either of these limits is reached and the calculation starts all over
again.
Unlike the single-trip memory, the total-trip memory is not deleted after a period of interruption of driving of 2 hours.
Select memory›
Select the corresponding element of the multi-function display » page 23, Using
the information system .
›
Press button
B
or the adjustment wheel
D
» Fig. 8 on page 23 briefly.
Reseting
›
Select the corresponding element of the multi-function display » page 23, Using
the information system .
›
Select the desired memory.
›
Press and hold button
B
or adjustment wheel
D
» Fig. 8 on page 23.
The following values of the selected memory are set to zero. › Average fuel consumption.
› Distance driven.
› Average speed.
› Driving time
Note
All information in the memory
1 and 2 is erased if the battery of the vehicle is dis-
connected.
Information overview
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 25.
Outside temperature
The current outside temperature is displayed.
For vehicles with a MAXI DOT display this information is always shown.
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Driving time
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased appears in
the display. If you want to measure the time travelled from a particular moment in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button tozero » page 26 , Memory .
The maximum time indicated in both memories is 19 hours and 59 minutes and on vehicles which are fitted with a MAXI DOT display, it is 99 hours and 59 minutes.
The indicator is set back to zero if this period is exceeded.
Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption level is displayed in litres/100 km 1)
. You can use this
information to adapt your driving style to the desired fuel consumption.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a lowspeed 2)
.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the memory was last erased is displayed in
litres/100 km 1)
.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a certain period of
time, you must set the memory at the start of the new measurement to
zero » page 26 , Memory . After erasing the memory, no value is displayed until you
have driven approx. 300 m.
The display is updated regularly while you are driving.
Range
The estimated range is displayed in kilometres. It indicates the distance you can still drive with your vehicle based on the level of fuel in the tank and the same
style of driving.
The display is shown in steps of 10 km. After lighting up of the indicator light
the display is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption over the last 50 km is used to calculate the information. The range will increase if you drive in a more economical manner.
If the memory is set to zero (after disconnecting the battery), a fuel consumptionof 10 l./100 km is calculated for the range; afterwards the value is updated ac-
cording to the style of driving.Distance travelled
The distance travelled since the memory was last erased is displayed » page 26,
Memory . If you want to measure the distance travelled from a particular moment
in time on, at this moment, reset the memory by setting the button to
zero » page 26 , Memory .
The maximum distance indicated in both memories is 1 999 km or 9 999 km on vehicles with a MAXI DOT display. The indicator is set back to zero if this period is
exceeded.
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is displayed in km/
hour » page 26 , Memory . To determine the average speed over a certain period of
time, set the memory to zero at the start of the measurement » page 26, Memory .
After erasing this data, no value appears in the display until you have driven ap- prox. 300 m.
The display is updated regularly while you are driving.
Current speed
The current speed, which is identical to the display of the speedometer 2
» Fig. 2
on page 10 is displayed.
Oil temperature 3)
The current engine oil temperature is displayed. If the oil temperature is lower
than 50 °C or if a fault in the system for checking the oil temperature is present,
only - -.- is displayed instead of the oil temperature.
Warning against excessive speeds
The warning that the speed limit is being exceeded can be enabled / disa-
bled » page 28 , Warning against excessive speeds in the display.
1)
On some models in certain countries, the display appears in kilometres/litre.
2)
On some models in certain countries, - -.- km/ltr. is displayed when the vehicle is stationary.
3)
Applies to vehicles using the MAXI DOT display.
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Warning against excessive speedsFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 25.
Adjust the speed limit while the vehicle is stationary
›
Select the menu item Speed warning (MAXI DOT display) or (segment dis-
play).
›
Activate the speed limit option by confirming this menu item 1)
.
›
Set the desired speed limit, e.g. 50 km/h.
›
Store the speed limit by confirming the set value, or wait several seconds; your
settings will be saved automatically.
The speed limit can be adjusted from 30 km/h to 250 km/h in 5 km/h increments.
Adjusting the speed limit while the vehicle is moving
›
Select the menu item Speed warning (MAXI DOT display) or
(segment dis-
play).
›
Drive at the desired speed, e.g. 50 km/h.
›
Confirm the current speed as the speed limit.
If you wish to adjust the set speed limit, you can do so in 5 km/h intervals (e.g. the
accepted speed of 47 km/h increases to 50 km/h or decreases to 45 km/h).
›
Store the speed limit, or wait several seconds; your settings will be saved auto-
matically.
Change or disable speed limit
›
Select the menu item Speed warning (MAXI DOT display) or
(segment dis-
play).
›
By confirming the stored value, the speed limit is disabled.
›
By reconfirming, the option to change the speed limit is activated.
If the set speed limit is exceeded, an audible signal will sound as a warning. The menu item Speed warning (MAXI DOT display) or
(Segment display) appears in
the display at the same time as the set threshold.
The set driving mode is stored even after switching the ignition on and off.
MAXI DOT display
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Main menu
28
Settings
29
The MAXI DOT display provides you with information about the current operating
state of your vehicle. It also provides you with data relating to the radio, mobile
phone, multifunction display (MFA), navigation system, automatic gear- box » page 139 and devices connected via the MDI input.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver you are fully re-
sponsible for the operation of your vehicle.
Main menu
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 28.
Press and hold button
A
or
C
» Fig. 8 on page 23 to activate the MAIN MENU.
By briefly pressing the
C
button you will reach one level higher.
Overview of the menu items in the main menu.
■ MFA (Multifunction display) » page 25
■ Audio » Operating instructions for the radio
■ Navigation » Operating instructions for the navigation system
■ Phone » page 110 ;
■ Aux. heating » page 107
■ Assist systems » page 161
■ Vehicle status » page 13
■ Settings » page 29
The Audio and Navigation menu items are only displayed when the factory-fitted
radio or navigation system is switched on.
1)
If no value is set the output value 30 km/h is automatically displayed.
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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
Time
The time, time format (12 or 24 hour indicator) and the changeover between sum-
mer/winter time can be set here.
Winter tyres
Here, you can set the speed at which an audible signal should sound. This func-
tion is, for example, used for winter tyres where the maximum permissible speed
is lower than the maximum speed of the vehicle » page 220.
The following message appears in the display when exceeding the speed limit: Winter tyres: maximum ... km/h.
Units of measurement
The units for the temperature, consumption and distance driven can be set here.
Assistants
The tones of the audible signals for the parking aid can be adjusted here.
Alt. speed dis.
Here, the display of the second speed in mph 1)
can be activated.
Service
Here you can have the remaining kilometres and days until the next service inter-
val displayed, and reset the Service Interval Display.
Factory setting
Here, the factory settings of the display can be restored.
Service Interval Display
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Prompt in the segment display
30
Prompt in the MAXI DOT display
31
Before the next service interval is reached, a message concerning the kilometres
and days remaining until the next service is due is shown for about 10 seconds
after the ignition is switched on.
The kilometre indicator or the days indicator reduces in steps of 100 km or, where
applicable, days until the service due date is reached.
Note
■ Information is retained in the Service Interval Display even after the vehicle bat-
tery is disconnected.■
If the instrument cluster is exchanged after a repair, the correct values must be
entered in the counter for the Service Interval Display. This work is carried out by a specialist garage.
■
For more information on the service intervals » page 191, Service intervals .
Prompt in the segment display
Fig. 11
Segment display: Example of a
message
First read and observe the introductory information given on page 30.
Explanation of graphic
service interval due
Distinction of the type of service
Icon
and the days remaining until the next service interval
Kilometres remaining until the next service interval 2)
Oil change service
If an oil change interval is due, the
icon and the number 1 in position
A
are
displayed for approx. 10 seconds » Fig. 11.
ABC1)
For models with the speedometer in mph, the second speed is displayed in km/h.
2)
The kilometres remaining until the next service interval are displayed instead of the odometer.
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