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Instruments and controls85Tachometer
Displays the engine speed.
Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
Caution
If the needle is in the red warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk.
Fuel gauge
Displays the fuel level in the tank.
Control indicator Y illuminates if the
level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately if it flashes.
Never run the tank dry.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity.
Service display
The message InSP appears when it
is time for servicing. Further
information 3 193.
Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. When the ignition is
switched on, most control indicators
will illuminate briefly as a functionality test.
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Illuminates when the engine is
running Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Immediately seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon A illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is running Fault in engine or transmission
electronics 3 133, 3 137. The
electronics switch to an emergency
running programme. Fuel
consumption may be increased and
the vehicle handling may be impaired.If the fault persists after restarting the vehicle, consult a workshop.
Illuminates together with InSP4in the service display
Seek the assistance of a workshop for
draining the diesel fuel filter 3 102.
Flashes with switched on
ignition
Fault in the immobiliser system. The engine cannot be started 3 36.
Switch off the ignition and repeat the
start attempt.
If the control indicator continues
flashing, attempt to start the engine
using the spare key and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch system R illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminated
Illuminates when the parking brake is released if the brake and clutch fluidlevel is too low 3 157.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 140.
Flashes
On vehicles with manual transmission
automated, flashes for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched off if the parking brake is not applied.
On vehicles with manual transmission
automated, flashes when the driver's
door is opened if no gear is engaged
and the parking brake is not applied.
Antilock brake system
(ABS) u illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on. The system is
ready for operation when the control indicator goes out.
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Driving and operating1419Warning
Do not let this special safety
feature tempt you into taking risks
when driving.
Adapt speed to the road
conditions.
Control indicator v 3 90.
Deactivation
ESP® Plus
can be deactivated when
Sport mode is engaged for high-
performance driving:
Hold the SPORT button depressed
for about 4 seconds. Control indicator v illuminates. ESPoff also appears in
the service display.9 Warning
Do not deactivate ESP® Plus
if a
run-flat tyre has lost pressure.
ESP® Plus
is reactivated by pressing
the SPORT button. ESPon appears in
the service display. ESP® Plus
is also
reactivated the next time the ignition is switched on.
Sport mode 3 141.
Interactive driving system Interactive driving system (IDS Plus
)
combines the electronic stability
program (ESP® Plus
) with the antilock
brake system (ABS) and continuous damping control (CDC) to improve
driving dynamics and vehicle safety.
Sport mode
Suspension and steering become
more direct and provide better
contact with the road surface. The
engine reacts more quickly to
accelerator pedal movements.
Automatic gear changing is also more
responsive.
Control indicator IDSPlus
3 91.
Activation
Press SPORT button.
Control indicator 1 3 90.
Winter programme activation not
possible.