126Driving and operating
Engine brakingTo utilise the engine braking effect,
select a lower gear in good time when
driving downhill, see manual mode.
Rocking the vehicle
Rocking the vehicle is only
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in
sand, mud or snow. Move the selector
lever between D and R in a repeat
pattern. Do not race the engine and
avoid sudden acceleration.
Parking
Apply the parking brake and engage P .
The ignition key can only be removed
when the selector lever is in position
P .Manual mode
Move selector lever to position M.
Press button on the selector lever:
<=Shift to a higher gear.]=Shift to a lower gear.
If a higher gear is selected when
vehicle speed is too low, or a lower
gear when vehicle speed is too high,
the shift is not executed. This can
cause a message in the
Driver-Info-Display.
In manual mode no automatic shifting to a higher gear takes place at high
engine revolutions.
Electronic driving
programmes ■ Following a cold start, the operating
temperature programme increases
engine speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
■ The automatic neutral shift function
automatically shifts to idling when
the vehicle is stopped with a
forward gear engaged and the
brake pedal is pressed.
■ Special programmes automatically adapt the shifting points when
driving up inclines or down hills.
Kickdown If the accelerator pedal is pressed
down completely in automatic mode, the transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on engine speed.
Driving and operating127FaultIn the event of a fault, g illuminates.
Additionally a code number or a
vehicle message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre. Vehicle
messages 3 94.
The transmission no longer shifts automatically. Continued travel is possible with manual shifting.
Only the highest gear is available.
Depending on the fault, 2nd gear may also be available in manual mode.
Shift only when vehicle is at a
standstill.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.
Interruption of power
supply
In the event of an interruption of
power supply, the selector lever
cannot be moved out of the P
position. The ignition key cannot be
removed from the ignition switch.
If the battery is discharged, start the
vehicle using jump leads 3 187.If the battery is not the cause of the
fault, release the selector lever.
1. Turn the ignition off and remove the key.
2. Depress and hold the brake pedal
and pull the parking brake lever
up.
3. Remove the cap on the console with a thin object such as ascrewdriver.
4. Insert a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go.
5. Shift selector lever to N.
6. Remove the screwdriver from the slot.
7. Reinstall the cap.
8. Have the cause of the power supply interruption remedied by a
workshop.
128Driving and operatingManual transmission
To engage reverse, with the vehicle
stationary wait 3 seconds after
depressing the 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.
Do not slip the clutch unnecessarily.
When operating, depress the clutch
pedal completely. Do not use the
pedal as a foot rest.
Caution
It is not advisable to drive with the hand resting on the selector lever.
Drive systems
All-wheel drive
The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system
enhances driving characteristics and
stability, and helps to achieve the best possible driveability regardless of
ground surface. The system is always
active and cannot be deactivated.
The torque is distributed steplessly
between the wheels of the front and rear axle, depending on the driving
conditions. Additionally the torque
between the rear wheels is distributed
depending on the surface.
For optimum system performance,
the vehicle's tyres should not have
varying degrees of wear.
When using a temporary spare
wheel, the AWD system is
automatically disabled.
The AWD system will also be
temporarily disabled to protect the
system from overheating if there is
excessive wheel spin. When the
system cools down, AWD will be
restored.
190Vehicle care
Vehicles with manual transmission:
The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards. The maximum speed is
50 mph. In all other cases, and when
the transmission is defective, the front axle must be raised off the ground.
Vehicle with automatic transmission:
Do not tow the vehicle using tow eye.
Towing with a tow rope could cause
severe automatic transmission
damage. When towing vehicle with
automatic transmission, use flat bed or wheel lift equipment.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap and close cap.Towing another vehicle
Disengage the cap by using a
screwdriver and remove.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 173.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
The lashing eye at the rear
underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye.
Attach a tow rope – or even better a
tow bar – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering a
vehicle.
Switch on the hazard warning
flashers on both vehicles.
Technical data203PerformanceEngineA14NET
B14NET
LPG
A16XERA17DTS
Maximum speed 3)
[mph]Manual transmission120120106118/115 4)Automatic transmission116––1143)
The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum
speed of the vehicle.
4) Vehicles with All-wheel drive system.
204Technical dataVehicle weight
Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipmentEngineManual transmissionAutomatic transmission[kg]A14NET13941409B14NET
LPG1464–A16XER1355–A17DTS14491462A17DTS 5)1504–5)
Vehicles with All-wheel drive system.
Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.
Loading information 3 70.
Vehicle dimensionsLength [mm]4278Width without exterior mirrors [mm]1764Width with two exterior mirrors [mm]2038Height (without antenna) [mm]1658
214
Head restraints ............................ 33
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 30
Heated steering wheel .................73
Heating ........................................ 37
Heating and ventilation system . 112
High beam ........................... 88, 104
Hill start assist ........................... 130
Horn ....................................... 13, 73
I
Identification plate .....................197
Ignition switch positions .............119
Immobiliser ............................ 26, 88
Indicators ...................................... 79
Information displays...................... 89
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument panel fuse box .........170
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 109
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............54
Interior care ............................... 193
Interior lighting ............................ 109
Interior lights ...................... 110, 168
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Interruption of power supply ......127
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....52J
Jump starting ............................. 187
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L Lane departure warning .......86, 144
Lashing eyes ............................... 69
Lighting features .........................111
Light switch ................................ 103
Load compartment ................24, 66
Load compartment cover .............68
Load compartment fuse box ......172
Loading information .....................70
Low fuel ....................................... 88
M
Malfunction indicator light ............85
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 126
Manual transmission .................. 128
Manual windows ..........................29
Memorised settings ......................21
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................109N
New vehicle running-in ..............119
Number plate light .....................167
O
Object detection systems ...........138
Odometer ..................................... 79
Oil, engine .......................... 195, 199
Operate pedal ............................... 85
Outside temperature ....................76
Overrun cut-off ........................... 120
P Parking ................................ 17, 122
Parking assist ............................ 138
Parking brake ............................ 130
Particulate filter ........................... 123
Performance .............................. 203
Performing work ........................155
Pollen filter ................................. 117
Power outlets ............................... 78
Power steering.............................. 86
Power steering fluid ....................158
Power windows ............................ 29
Preheating ................................... 87
Puncture ..................................... 183
215
RRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 210
Radio remote control ...................20
Reading lights ............................ 110
Rear carrier system ......................57
Rear floor storage cover ..............68
Rear fog light ....................... 89, 109
Rear view camera ...................... 139
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 75
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 195, 199
Refuelling ................................... 148
Reversing lights .........................109
Ride control systems ..................131
Roof .............................................. 31
Roof load ...................................... 70
Roof rack ..................................... 70
S Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 35
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................84
Seat belts ..................................... 38
Seat position ................................ 34
Selector lever ............................. 125
Service ....................................... 117
Service display ............................ 81
Service information ....................194Service vehicle soon .................... 85
Side airbag system ......................45
Side turn signal lights ................167
Spare wheel ............................... 185
Speed limiter............................... 134
Speedometer ............................... 79
Starting and operating ................119
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................119
Steering ...................................... 118
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 72
Steering wheel controls ...............72
Stop-start system........................ 120
Storage compartments .................54
Sunglasses storage .....................56
Sunroof ........................................ 31
Sunvisor lights ........................... 110
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 79
Tail lights ................................... 165
Three-point seat belt .................... 39
Tools .......................................... 173
Top-tether fastening eyes ............53
Tow bar....................................... 152
Towing ................................ 152, 189
Towing another vehicle .............190Towing hitch installation
dimensions ............................. 208
Towing the vehicle .....................189
Traction Control system ............. 131
Traction Control system off........... 87
Traffic sign assistant ...................141
Trailer towing ............................. 152
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................125
Tread depth ............................... 178
Trip computer .............................. 96
Trip odometer .............................. 79
Turn and lane-change signals ...108
Turn signal ................................... 84
Tyre chains ................................ 179
Tyre designations ......................174
Tyre pressure ............................ 175
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 87, 175
Tyre pressures ........................... 207
Tyre repair kit ............................. 180
Tyres .......................................... 174
U Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 86, 138
Underseat storage .......................56
Upholstery .................................. 193
Upshift .......................................... 86
Using this manual ..........................3