90Instruments and controls
If the control indicator does not go outafter 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 3 139.
Upshift
[ illuminates green when upshifting
is recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Sport mode1 illuminates yellow.
The symbol is illuminated when Sport
mode is on 3 132, 3 136.
Winter mode T illuminates yellow.
The symbol is illuminated when
Winter mode is on 3 132, 3 136.
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 or
covered by ice or snow.
or
Interference due to external sources of ultrasound. Once the source of
interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 143.
Electronic Stability
Program v flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
Flashes whilst driving
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree
3 140.Illuminates whilst driving
The system is switched off or a fault
is present. Continued driving is
possible. Driving stability, however,
may deteriorate depending on road
surface conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
ESP® Plus
3 140.
Engine coolant
temperature W illuminates red.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level. 3 155.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
Vehicle care155
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
out and read the engine oil level.
Insert dipstick to the stop on the
handle and make half a turn.
Different dipsticks are used
depending on engine variant.
When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
We recommend to use the same
engine oil that is filled in.
The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick.Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 206.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
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.
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Coolant levelCaution
Too low a coolant level can causeengine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be just above the
KALT/COLD mark. Top up if the level
is low.
9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
Top up with antifreeze. If no
antifreeze is available, use clean tap
water or distilled water. Install the cap
tightly. Have the antifreeze
concentration checked and have the
cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of windscreen
washer fluid which contains
antifreeze.Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Brakes
A squealing noise indicates that the
brake lining is at its minimum
thickness. Continued driving is
possible but have the brake lining
replaced as soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Service and maintenance195
aging control, whereas viscosity
grade gives information on the oil's
thickness over a temperature range.
Dexos is the newest engine oil quality
that provides optimum protection for
gasoline and diesel engines. If it is unavailable, engine oils of other listed qualities have to be used.
Recommendations for gasoline
engines are also valid for
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG),
Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and
Ethanol (E85) fueled engines.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 199.
Topping up engine oil
Engine oils of different manufacturers and brands can be mixed as long as
they comply with the required engine oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oil with only
ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is
prohibited, since it can cause long-
term engine damage under certain
operating conditions.Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 199.
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade
depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 199.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant
(LLC) antifreeze.The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
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. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake and clutch fluid Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for the vehicle, consult
your workshop.
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should therefore be replaced at the specified interval.
Brake fluid should be stored in a
sealed container to avoid water
absorption.
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Child restraint installationlocations ................................... 64
Child restraints.............................. 62
Child restraint systems ................62
Cigarette lighter ........................... 83
Climate control ............................. 14
Climate control systems .............117
Clock ............................................ 81
Continuous damping control ......142
Control indicators.......................... 85
Control of the vehicle .................125
Controls ........................................ 78
Convex shape .............................. 37
Coolant and antifreeze ...............194
Cruise control ...................... 93, 142
Cupholders .................................. 68
Curtain airbag system .................. 62
Curve lighting.............................. 111
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............111
Declaration of conformity ............209
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......158
Diesel particle filter ..............24, 128
Door open .................................... 93
Doors ............................................ 33
Drain diesel fuel filter .................102Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 147
Driving hints ................................ 125
E Easytronic ................................... 135
Electric adjustment ......................37
Electrical system......................... 166
Electronic climate control system 120
Electronic driving programmes . ........................................ 132, 136
Electronic Stability Program 90, 140
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......153
Engine compartment fuse box ...168
Engine coolant ........................... 155
Engine coolant temperature ........90
Engine cooling level ..................101
Engine data ............................... 202
Engine exhaust .......................... 128
Engine identification ...................198
Engine oil ................... 154, 194, 199
Engine oil pressure ......................91
Entry lighting .............................. 115
Event data recorders ..................209
Exit lighting ................................ 115
Exterior care .............................. 189
Exterior light ................................. 93
Exterior lighting ....................12, 109
Exterior mirrors ............................. 37F
Fault ................................... 133, 137
First aid ......................................... 75
First aid kit ................................... 75
Fixed air vents ........................... 124
FlexOrganizer .............................. 23
Fog light ....................................... 93
Fog lights ................................... 163
Folding mirrors ............................. 37
Front airbag system .....................60
Front fog lights ........................... 112
Front seats.................................... 45
Fuel............................................. 145
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 146
Fuel for diesel engines ..............145
Fuel for petrol engines ...............145
Fuel gauge ................................... 85
Fuses ......................................... 166
G
Gauges ......................................... 84
General information ...................147
Glovebox ..................................... 68
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 97
H Halogen headlights ....................160
Hand brake ......................... 139, 140