16In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal, 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 3 164.
Automatic transmissionP=parkR=reverseN=neutralD=drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
<=higher gear]=lower gear
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 160.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 242,
3 286.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 217.
■ 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 36, 3 46,
3 54.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
Vehicle care219Automatic transmission
fluidCaution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause
automatic transmission damage
and cause it to not work properly.
Do not allow contaminates to
contact the fluid side of the
reservoir cap or from entering the
reservoir.
Automatic transmission fluid level
normally does not have to be
checked. To check the fluid level seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Engine coolant
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
314IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 215
Active Emergency Braking .........187
Active head restraints ...................45
Adaptive cruise control .......109, 175
Adaptive forward lighting ...109, 128
Adjustable air vents ...................148
Airbag and belt tensioners .........104
Airbag deactivation ..............62, 104
Airbag label................................... 57 Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 150
Air conditioning system .............. 137
Air intake .................................... 149
Air vents...................................... 148
All-wheel drive ........................... 165
Antilock brake system ................ 165
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....106
Anti-theft alarm system ................33
Anti-theft locking system .............. 32
Appearance care ........................260
Armrest ................................... 52, 53
Armrest storage ........................... 71
Ashtrays ....................................... 92
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................38
Automatic climate control system .................................... 139Automatic dimming ......................37
Automatic light control ...............126
Automatic locking ........................26
Automatic transmission .............160
Automatic transmission fluid .......219
Autostop ..................................... 108
Auxiliary heater ........................... 148
B Battery discharge protection ......135
Battery voltage ........................... 121
Belts.............................................. 53
Bonnet ....................................... 217
Brake and clutch fluid .................265
Brake and clutch system ...........105
Brake assist ............................... 167
Brake fluid .................................. 221
Brakes ............................... 165, 221
Breakdown.................................. 257
Bulb replacement ....................... 225
C
Capacities .................................. 285
Cargo management system ........76
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................160
Central locking system ................22
Centre console lighting ..............134
Changing tyre and wheel size ...246
Charging system ........................ 104
