72Instruments and controlsHorn
Press j.
The horn will sound regardless of
ignition switch position.
Steering column controls The Infotainment system can be also
operated via the controls on the
steering column.
Further information is available in the
Infotainment system manual.
Windscreen wiper/washer
Windscreen wiper7=offK=interval wiping or automatic
wiping with rain sensor1=slow2=fast
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
Adjustable wiper interval
Wiper lever in position P.
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
desired wipe interval:
short
interval=turn adjuster wheel
upwardslong
interval=turn adjuster wheel
downwards
Automatic wiping with rain sensor
Wiper lever in position P.
The rain sensor detects the amount of water on the windscreen and
automatically regulates the frequency
of the windscreen wiper.
74Instruments and controlsOutside temperature
A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.
If outside temperatures drop to 3 °C, the °C flashes in the Driver
Information Centre as a warning for
icy road conditions. This will continue
to flash until temperatures rise above 3 °C.
9 Warning
The road surface may already be
icy even though the display
indicates a few degrees above 0
°C.
Clock
Depending on vehicle, the current
time may appear in the central
information display and/or the Driver
Information Centre.
Info-display:
Hours and minutes can be adjusted
by pressing the appropriate buttons
by the display or with the Infotainment
system controls.
For further information, refer to the Infotainment system manual.
Driver Information Centre:
Display the clock setting function by
pressing the button repeatedly on the end of the wiper lever.
78Instruments and controls
Diesel fuel system, bleeding 3 138.
Notice
To ensure the fuel level is displayed
correctly, the ignition must be
switched off before refuelling. Avoid
minor fuel top-ups (e.g. less than
5 litres) to ensure accurate readings.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity.
Fuel economy gaugeThe fuel economy gauge provides an
instantaneous calculation of fuel
efficiency based on current driving style.
The gauge uses colours to indicate current fuel efficiency:Green=best fuel economy is
being achievedYellow=driving style too
aggressiveOrange=least efficient fuel
economy
The fuel economy gauge is enabled
by default. It can be disabled via the
Infotainment system. Refer to
Infotainment system manual for
further information.
Service display
When the ignition is switched on, the
remaining distance before the next
service is due may be shown briefly in the Driver Information Centre. Based
on driving conditions, the interval at
which a service will be indicated can
vary considerably.
The distance before service display
can also be shown by pressing button on end of wiper lever for approx.
5 seconds.
When the remaining distance before
the next service is less than
1000 miles or 1 month, a message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre.
When the distance reaches 0 miles or
the service date is due, control
indicator F illuminates in the
instrument cluster and the Driver
Information Centre respectively, and
a corresponding message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
The vehicle needs a service. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Resetting the service display After a service, the service displaymust be reset:
Select the distance before service
display in the Driver Information
Centre, then press and hold button on end of wiper lever for approx.
10 seconds.
Trip computer 3 88.
86Instruments and controls
Illuminates when a door is not fully
closed.Information displays
Driver Information Centre
Depending on vehicle configuration,
the following items appear in the
display:
■ Outside temperature 3 74
■ Clock 3 74
■ Odometer 3 77
■ Trip odometer 3 77
■ Service display 3 78
■ Vehicle messages 3 87
■ Trip computer 3 88
Info-display
The central display in the
Infotainment system displays the time and Infotainment system information.
For further information, refer to the
Infotainment system manual.
Instruments and controls87Vehicle messages
Messages are displayed in the Driver
Information Centre and may be
accompanied by illumination of
control indicator F or C in the
instrument cluster.
Information messages Information messages regarding,
e.g. engine starting conditions, stop-
start system, parking brake
application, central locking, steering
wheel lock etc. provide the current
status of certain vehicle functions and
instructions for use.
Fault messages Fault messages regarding, e.g. fuel
filter, airbags, exhaust emissions etc.
are displayed together with control
indicator F. Drive with caution and
seek the assistance of a workshop as
soon as possible.
To remove fault messages from the
display, press button on end of wiper
lever. After a few seconds the
message may disappearautomatically and F remains
illuminated. The fault will then be
stored in the on board system.
Warning messagesWarning messages regarding, e.g.
engine, battery or brake system
failure, are displayed together with
control indicator C and may be
accompanied by a warning chime.
Stop engine immediately and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Fuel economy messages
Fuel economy messages provide tips to improve fuel efficiency. Journeys
can be saved in the system memory,
enabling you to compare
performances.
Refer to Infotainment system manual
for further information.
Fuel economy rating 3 88.
Warning chimes
A corresponding message may also
appear in the Driver Information
Centre when a warning chime is
sounded.When starting the engine or
whilst driving: ■ If seat belt is not fastened 3 47.
■ During operation of the turn and lane-change signals 3 93.
■ During illumination of certain control indicators.
■ If the parking assist detects an object 3 124.
■ If the vehicle speed briefly exceeds
a set limit 3 123.
■ If a door or the bonnet is not properly closed when vehicle
exceeds a certain speed.
■ If the electronic key is outside of the
detection range.
Electronic key system 3 21, Power
button 3 110.
When the vehicle is parked and/ or the driver's door is opened: ■ If the key has been left in the ignition.
■ If the electronic key has been left in
the card reader.
Instruments and controls89
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Instantaneous consumption
The value is displayed after reaching
a speed of 20 mph.
Range The value is displayed after driving adistance of 0.25 miles.
The range is calculated from the
current contents of the fuel tank and
the average consumption since the
last reset.
The range will not display if control
indicator Y is illuminated in the
instrument cluster 3 85.
Distance travelled Displays the distance driven since the
last reset.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Average speed
The value is displayed after driving a
distance of 0.25 miles.The average speed since the last
reset is displayed.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Interruptions in the journey with the
ignition off are not included in the
calculations.
Reset trip computer information
To reset the trip computer, select one
of its functions then press and hold
the button on the end of the wiper
lever.
The following trip computer
information will be reset:
■ Fuel used
■ Average consumption
■ Distance travelled
■ Average speed
The trip computer will reset
automatically when the maximum
value of any of the parameters is
exceeded.Fuel economy rating
(ecoScoring) If equipped, a rating of 0 to 100 is
shown in the Info-Display to help
evaluate fuel efficiency, based on your driving style.
Higher ratings indicate better fuel
economy.
Tips to improve fuel economy are also
given in the Info-Display. Journeys
can be saved in the system memory,
enabling you to compare
performances. Refer to Infotainment system manual for further
information.
Vehicle messages 3 87.
Interruption of power supply If the power supply has been
interrupted or if the vehicle battery
voltage has dropped too low, the
values stored in the trip computer will be lost.
92Lighting
Daytime running lights 3 92.
High beam
To switch from low to high beam,
push lever.
To switch back to low beam, push
lever again or pull.
Headlight flash
To activate the headlight flash, pull
lever.
Headlight range
adjustment
Manual headlight range
adjustment
Adapt headlight range to the vehicle
load to prevent dazzling of oncoming
traffic.
Turn thumb wheel ? to required
position:
0=No load4=Loaded up to permissible
maximum weightHeadlights when driving
abroad
The asymmetrical headlight beam
extends visibility at the edge of the
road at the passenger side.
However, when driving in countries
where traffic drives on the opposite
side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming
traffic.
Have the headlights adjusted by a
workshop.
Daytime running lights
Daytime running lights increase
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
They are switched on automatically
when the ignition is switched on.
If required, the daytime running lights can be deactivated via the
Infotainment system. For further
information, refer to Infotainment
system manual.
Automatic light control 3 91.
110Driving and operatingPower button
Electronic key must be inside the
vehicle, either in the card reader or
the front passenger compartment.
If the electronic key is not inside the
vehicle, a corresponding message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 86.
Notice
Do not put the electronic key in the
load compartment during driving, as
this is outside of the detection zone
(indicated by a warning chime at low
speed 3 87 and a message in the
Driver Information Centre 3 87).
Some functions, e.g. Infotainment
system, are available for use as soon as you enter the vehicle.
Accessory power mode
Press Start/Stop button without
operating clutch or brake pedal to enable further electrical functions to
be operated.
Engine start Operate clutch and brake pedal and
press Start/Stop button. Release
button after starting procedure
begins.
If a gear is engaged, the engine can
be started only by operating the clutch
pedal and pressing the Start/Stop
button.
In some cases, it may be necessary
to move the steering wheel slightly
while pressing the Start/Stop button
to release the steering wheel lock. A
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 3 86.At very low outside temperatures
(e.g. below -10 °C) keep the clutch
pedal depressed while pressing the
Start/Stop button until the engine
starts.
If one of the starting conditions is not
applied, a corresponding message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 86.
Vehicle messages 3 87.
Engine stop Electronic key must be inside the
vehicle, either in the card reader or
the front passenger compartment.
With the vehicle stationary, press the
Start/Stop button to stop the engine.
The steering wheel lock is engaged
when the driver's door is opened and the vehicle is locked.
Central locking system 3 23.
Retained power off
Press the Start/Stop button for more
than two seconds; the engine is
stopped while some functions, e.g.
Infotainment system, are available for
use for approx. 10 minutes.