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110Instruments and controlsWarning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster In some versions, the needles of the
instruments briefly rotate to the end
position when the ignition is switched
on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
The bottom line displays the recorded distance in km.
Trip odometer The top line displays the recorded
distance since the last reset.
To reset, press the SET/CLR button
on the turn signal lever for a few
seconds 3 121.
Some versions are equipped with a
reset knob between speedometer
and Driver Information Centre: to
reset hold the knob depressed for a
few seconds with the ignition on.
Trip odometer counts up to a distance
of 2000 km and then restarts at 0.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed.
Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
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Control indicators in the centreconsole
Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly The parking lights are switched on.
Flashes A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse, failure of turn
signal light on trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 232, Fuses
3 252.
Turn signals 3 149.
Seat belt reminder Seat belt reminder on frontseats X for driver's seat illuminates or
flashes red.
k for front passenger seat illuminates
or flashes red, when the seat is
occupied.
Illuminates
After the ignition has been switched
on until the seat belt has been
fastened.
Flashes
After having started the engine for a
maximum of 100 seconds until the
seat belt has been fastened.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red.When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not go out after
4 seconds or illuminates whilst
driving, there is a fault in the airbag
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop. The airbags and belt
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the event of an accident.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 49, 3 52.
Airbag deactivation
V illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. The
front passenger airbag is activated.
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120Instruments and controls9Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 226.
Low fuel
i illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates Level in fuel tank is too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Catalytic converter 3 171.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 231.
Immobiliser
d flashes yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Reduced engine power
# illuminates yellow.
The engine power is limited. Consult
a workshop.
Exterior light
8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 142.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminates when high beam is on or during headlight flash 3 143 , or when
high beam is on with high beam assist
or intelligent light range 3 145.
High beam assist
l illuminates green.The high beam assist or intelligent
light range is activated 3 143,
3 145.
Adaptive forward lighting
f illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates Fault in system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Flashes
System switched to symmetrical low
beam.
Control indicator f flashes for approx.
4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on as a reminder that the
system has been activated 3 145.
Automatic light control 3 143.
Fog light > illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 149.
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Vehicle messages on the
Colour-Info-Display Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Press the
multifunction knob to confirm a
message. Some messages only pop
up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes
When starting the engine or
whilst driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
■ 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 parking brake applied.
■ If a programmed speed is exceeded.■ If a warning message or a warningcode appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
■ If the parking assist detects an object.
■ If unintended lane change occurs.
■ If the reverse gear is engaged and the rear end carrier extended.
■ If the diesel particle filter has reached the maximum filling level.
When the vehicle is parked and/ or the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ■ If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message or
warning code 174 will appear in the
Driver Information Centre.1. Switch off immediately any electric consumers which are not
required for a safe ride, e.g. seat
heating, heated rear window or
other main consumers.
2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or
by using a charging device.
The warning message or warning
code will disappear after the engine
has been started twice consecutively
without a voltage drop.
If the vehicle battery cannot be
recharged, have the cause of the fault
remedied by a workshop.
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vehicle in the event of imminent
collision danger. The following is
selectable: the system will take
over brake control, warn by chimes
only or is deactivated.
Side blind zone alert : Changes the
settings for the side blind spot alert
system.
■ Exterior ambient lighting
Duration upon exit of vehicle :
Activates or deactivates and
changes the duration of exit
lighting.
Exterior lighting by unlocking :
Activates or deactivates the
welcome lighting.
■ Power door locks
Auto door lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switching off ignition. Activates or deactivates the automatic door locking function after driving off.
Prevent doorlock while door open :
Activates or deactivates the automatic door locking function
while a door is open.■ Lock / Unlock / Start by remote
Remote unlock feedback : Activates
or deactivates the hazard warning
flasher feedback whilst unlocking.
Remote door unlock : Changes the
configuration to unlock only the
driver's door or the whole vehicle
whilst unlocking.
Auto relock doors : Activates or
deactivates the automatic relock
function after unlocking without
opening the vehicle.
■ Restore factory settings
Restore factory settings : Resets all
settings to the default settings.
Display settings
Selectable display settings:
■ Day mode : Optimisation for
daylight conditions.
■ Night mode : Optimisation for
darkness.
■ Automatic mode : The display
changes mode when the vehicle lights are switched on/off.■ Rear view camera : Changes the
settings for the rear view camera.
■ Picture frame : See description for
Infotainment system in the
Infotainment system manual.
Settings in the Colour-Info- Display CD 600/Navi 650/Navi 950
Press the CONFIG button on the
Infotainment system faceplate to
enter the Configuration menu.
Turn the multifunction knob to scroll
upwards or downwards in the list.
Press the multifunction knob
(Navi 950 / Navi 650: press the outer
ring) to select a menu item.
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on the ignition or uses the last
chosen setting.
Auto Demist : Activate or deactivate
auto demist.
Auto Rear Demist : Activates
automatically the rear heated
window.
■ Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Change the volume
of warning chimes.
Personalisation by Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Auto Reverse Gear Wiper : Activate
or deactivate automatically
switching on of the rear window
wiper when reverse gear is
engaged.
■ Collision Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activate or deactivate
the ultrasonic sensors.
Automatic Collision Preparation :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic brake functionality of the
vehicle in the event of imminent
collision danger. The following is
selectable: the system will takeover brake control, warn by chimes
only or is deactivated completely.
Side Blind Zone Alert : Activates or
deactivates the side blind spot alert system.
■ Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights : Activate or
deactivate the entry lighting.
Exit Lighting : Activate or deactivate
and change the duration of exit lighting.
■ Power Door Locks
Open Door Anti Lock Out : Activate
or deactivate the automatic door locking function while a door is
open.
Auto Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switching off ignition. Activates or deactivates the automatic door locking function
after driving-off.
Delay Door Lock : Activate or
deactivate the delayed door locking
function.■ Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
Remote Lock Feedback : Activate
or deactivate the hazard warning
light feedback whilst locking.
Remote Unlock Feedback : Activate
or deactivate the hazard warning
flasher feedback whilst unlocking.
Remote Door Unlock : Change the
configuration to unlock only the
driver's door or the whole vehicle
whilst unlocking.
Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic relock function after
unlocking without opening the
vehicle.
■ Return to Factory Settings? : Reset
all settings to the default settings.
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142LightingLightingExterior lighting.......................... 142
Interior lighting ........................... 151
Lighting features ........................152Exterior lighting
Light switch
Turn light switch:
7=lights off8=sidelights9=low beam
Control indicator 8 3 120.
Light switch with Automatic light
control
Turn light switch:
AUTO=automatic light control: lowbeam is switched on and
off automatically
depending on external
lighting conditions.m=activation or deactivation
of the automatic light
control. Switch turns back
to AUTO .8=sidelights9=low beam
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In the Driver Information Centre with
Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-
Display, the current status of the
automatic light control is displayed.
When switching on the ignition,
automatic light control is active.
When low beam is on, 8 lights up.
Control indicator 8 3 120.
Tail lights
Tail lights are illuminated together
with low/high beam and sidelights.
Automatic light controlWhen the automatic light control
function is switched on and the
engine is running, the system
switches between daytime running
light and headlights automatically
depending on the lighting conditions
and information given by the rain
sensor system.
Daytime running light 3 145.
Automatic headlight activation
During poor lighting conditions the
headlights are switched on.
Furthermore the headlights are
switched on if the windscreen wipers
have been activated for several
wipes.
Tunnel detection When a tunnel is entered the
headlights are switched on
immediately.
Adaptive forward lighting 3 145.High beam
To switch from low to high beam,
push lever.
To switch to low beam, push lever
again or pull.
High beam assist This feature allows high beam as
main driving light by night and when
vehicle speed is faster than 40 km/h.