In brief15Climate controlHeated rear window, heatedexterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 31, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 28.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
Air distribution to l.
Set temperature control to warmest
level.
Set fan speed to highest level.
Cooling n on.
Press button V.
Climate control system 3 106.
Transmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait 3 seconds after depressing
clutch pedal and then press the
release button on the selector lever
and engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 123.
16In brief
Manual transmission automatedN=neutral positiono=drive position+=higher gear-=lower gearA =switch between automatic and
manual modeR=reverse gear (with selector
lever lock)
Manual transmission automated
3 124.
Automatic transmissionP=park positionR=reverse gearN=neutral positionD=drive position
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P or N when the ignition is on
and the foot brake is depressed
(selector lever lock). To engage P or
R , press the release button on the
selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 120.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 173,
3 217.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 148.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 27, 3 35,
3 39.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
78Instruments and controls
1 off=petrol operation1 illumi‐
nates=liquid gas operation1 flashes=no switching is
possible, one type
of fuel is empty
As soon as the liquid gas tanks are empty, petrol operation is
automatically engaged until the
ignition is switched off.
Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 135.
Service display
The message InSP appears when it
is time for servicing. Further
information 3 194.
Transmission display
The mode or selected gear is shown
in the transmission display.
P=Automatic transmission
park positionR=Reverse gearN=Neutral positionA=Manual transmission
automated automatic modeD=Drive position1, 2,
3=Selected gear, automatic
transmission1 - 5=Current gear, manual
transmission automated,
manual mode
Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. When the ignition is
switched on, most control indicators
will illuminate briefly as a functionality
test.
The control indicator colours mean:
red=danger, important
reminderyellow=warning, information, faultgreen=confirmation of activationblue=confirmation of activation
Instruments and controls81
Illuminates when the engine is
running Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not
charging. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. In diesel engines, power
to the brake servo unit may be cut.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Flashes during or after engine start Battery voltage too low. Have
electrical system tested by a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Immediately seek the
assistance of a workshop.Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon A illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in engine or transmission
electronics. The electronics switch to
an emergency running programme.
Fuel consumption may be increased
and the vehicle handling may be
impaired.
If the fault persists after restarting the vehicle, consult a workshop.
Illuminates together with InSP4
in the service display
Seek the assistance of a workshop for
draining the diesel fuel filter.Flashes with switched on
ignition
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started 3 26.
Brake and clutch system
Brake and clutch fluid level R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake and clutch fluid
level is too low 3 150.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 129.
Apply parking brake
R flashes red.
On vehicles with manual transmission
automated, R flashes for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
off if the parking brake is not applied.
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On vehicles with manual transmission
automated, R flashes when the
driver's door is opened if no gear is engaged and the parking brake is not
applied.
Apply clutch pedal
- illuminates yellow.
Clutch pedal needs to be operated to start the engine.
Stop-start system 3 116.
Antilock brake system
(ABS) u illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on. The system is
ready for operation when the control indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not go out after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 128.Upshift
[ illuminates green when upshifting
is recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Sport mode
1 illuminates yellow.
The symbol is illuminated when Sport mode is on 3 126.
Winter mode T illuminates yellow.
The symbol is illuminated when
Winter mode is on 3 121, 3 126.
Power steering
p illuminates yellow.
Fault in power steering system. The
power steering may have failed. The
vehicle can be steered but
considerably more force is required.
Contact a workshop.Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Fault in system. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.
Flashes Fault due to sensors that are dirty orcovered by ice or snow.
or
Interference due to external sources
of ultrasound. Once the source of interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Parking assist 3 132.
Electronic Stability
Program
v flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
Instruments and controls85
With manual transmission
automated, the engine can only be started if the foot brake is depressed. If the foot brake is not depressed, the
control indicator illuminates 3 124.
Exterior light 8 illuminates green.
Illuminated when the exterior lights
are on 3 98.
High beam P illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and
during headlight flash 3 99.
Adaptive forward lighting B illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Fault in system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.Illuminates after ignition is switched on Control indicator B illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds as a functionality
test.
Control indicator B illuminates for
approx. 8 seconds as a reminder that
the headlights have been set to
symmetrical low beam 3 100.
Fog light > illuminates green.
Illuminated when the front fog lights
are on 3 102.
Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
Illuminated when the rear fog light is
on 3 102.
Cruise control
m illuminates or flashes green.Illuminates
Illuminates when the system is on3 131.
Flashes Cruise control was enabled without
depressing the brake pedal
beforehand.
90Instruments and controlsVehicle messagesMessages are given via the
instrument panel display or as
warning and signal buzzers. Check
control messages appear on the
Info-Display. Some appear in an
abbreviated form. Confirm warning
messages with the multifunction
control 3 86.
Warning chimes When starting the engine or
whilst driving ■ If seat belt is not fastened.
■ If a door or the tailgate is not fully closed when starting-off.
■ If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied.
■ If the speed programmed at the factory is exceeded.
■ If the vehicle has manual transmission automated and the
driver's door is opened when theengine is running, a gear is
engaged and the foot brake is not
depressed.
■ Warning signal sounds three times if the rear carrier system is
extended and reverse gear is
selected.
When the vehicle is parked and
the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ With exterior lights on.
■ For manual transmission automated, if the parking brake is
not applied and no gear is engaged when the engine is switched off.
During an Autostop ■ If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage Low battery voltage in the radio
remote control. On vehicles without
check control, the message InSP3
appears in the instrument panel
display. Replace the battery 3 20.Brake light switch
Brake light does not come on during
braking. Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Drain diesel fuel filter
If there is water in the diesel fuel filter, the message InSP4 appears in the
instrument panel. In some models
InSP4 illuminates together with A in
the instrument. Consult a workshop.
Lighting
Important exterior lighting lamps,
including cables and fuses, are
monitored. In trailer mode, trailer
lighting is also monitored. Trailers
with LED lighting must have an
adapter that enables lamp monitoring as with conventional bulbs.
114Driving and operatingDriving and operatingDriving hints............................... 114
Starting and operating ...............115
Engine exhaust .......................... 119
Automatic transmission .............. 120
Manual transmission ..................123
Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 124
Brakes ........................................ 128
Ride control systems .................130
Driver assistance systems .........131
Fuel ............................................ 134
Trailer hitch ................................ 140Driving hints
Control of the vehicleNever coast with engine not
running (except during an Autostop)
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop,
but there will be a controlled reduction
in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 116.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals.Steering
If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a
system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.
Control indicator c 3 82.Caution
Vehicles equipped with hydraulic
power steering:
If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel, and
is held in that position for more
than 15 seconds, damage may
occur to the power steering
system and there may be loss of
power steering assist.