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16In brief
Automatic transmissionP=park positionR=reverse gearN=neutral positionD=drive
The selector lever can only be movedout 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
selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 129.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 175,
3 206.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 154.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of seats, seat belts and mirrors 3 45, 3 54, 3 37.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting engine with ignition
switch
■ Turn key to position 1
■ Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ Operate clutch and brake, automatic transmission in P or N
■ Do not operate the accelerator pedal
■ Diesel engines, turn the key to position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator ! goes out
■ Turn key to 3 and release key when
engine is running.
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Instruments and controls101Vehicle messages
Messages 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 knob
3 94, 3 97.
Warning chimes When starting the engine or
whilst driving ■ If the electronic key is not present or is not recognised.
■ 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 automated manual transmission and the
driver's door is opened when theengine is running, a gear is
engaged and the foot brake is not
depressed.
When the vehicle is parked and
the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ With exterior lights on.
■ With Open&Start system and automatic transmission, if the
selector lever is not in P.
■ For automated manual transmission, if the parking brake is
not applied and no gear is engaged when the engine is switched off.
Battery voltage
Low battery voltage in radio remote
control or electronic key. On vehicles
without check control, the message
InSP3 appears in the instrument
panel display. Replace the battery
3 26, 3 27.Brake light switch
Brake light does not come on during
braking. Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Engine cooling level
Low fluid level in engine cooling
system. Check coolant level 3 155.
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212IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 152
Active head restraints ...................44
Active head restraints on front seats ......................................... 22
Adaptive Forward Lighting ........ .................................... 24, 93, 111
Adjustable air vents ...................123
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........88
Airbag label................................... 57 Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 124
Air conditioning system .............. 118
Air intake .................................... 124
Air vents...................................... 123
Antilock brake system ................ 139
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......89
Anti-theft alarm system ........34, 102
Anti-theft locking system .............. 34
Appearance care ........................189
Apply footbrake ............................ 92
Armrest ........................................ 48
Ashtrays ....................................... 83
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................38
Automatic climate control system .................................... 119
Automatic level control ..............142Automatic light control ...............109
Automatic transmission .............129
Auxiliary heater ........................... 123
B Battery discharge protection ......116
Battery voltage ........................... 101
Board-Info-Display .......................94
Bonnet ....................................... 154
Brake and clutch fluid .................194
Brake and clutch system .............89
Brake assist ............................... 140
Brake fluid .................................. 157
Brake light switch ....................... 101
Brakes ............................... 139, 156
Breakdown.................................. 187
Bulb replacement ....................... 159
C
Capacities .................................. 206
Cargo management system ........72
Car Pass ...................................... 25
Catalytic converter .....................129
Central locking system ................30
Centre console lighting ..............115
Changing tyre and wheel size ...178
Charging system .......................... 88
Check control ............................... 22
Child locks ................................... 33