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In brief17TransmissionManual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait 3 seconds after depressing
clutch pedal and then press the
release button on the selector lever
and engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 131.
Automatic transmissionP=parkR=reverseN=neutralD=drive
Manual mode: Move selector lever to
M .
<=higher gear.]=lower gear.
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 128.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 173,
3 206.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 155.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 27, 3 35,
3 40.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
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Instruments and controls81Fuel gauge
Displays the fuel level or gas level in
the tank depending on the operation
mode.
Control indicator i 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.
Engine coolant
temperature gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.
left area=engine operating
temperature not yet
reachedcentral
area=normal operating
temperatureright area=temperature too highCaution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
engine. Danger to engine. Check
coolant level.
Service display
The engine oil life system lets you
know when to change the engine oil
and filter. Based on driving
conditions, the interval at which an
engine oil and filter change will be
indicated can vary considerably.
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82Instruments and controls
In the Uplevel-Combi-Display, the
remaining oil life duration is displayed
in the Vehicle Information Menu .
In the Midlevel-Display, the remaining
engine oil life duration is displayed by
the control indicator I, therefore the
ignition must be switched on, with the
engine off.
The menu and function can be
selected via the buttons on the turn
signal lever.
To display the remaining engine oil
life duration:
Press the MENU button to select the
Vehicle Information Menu .
Turn the adjuster wheel to select
Remaining Oil Life .
The system must be reset every time
the engine oil is changed to ensure
proper functionality. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Press the SET/CLR button to reset.
Therefore the ignition must be
switched on, with the engine off.
When the system has calculated that
engine oil life has been diminished,
Change Engine Oil Soon or a warning
code appears in the Driver
Information Centre. Have engine oil
and filter changed by a workshop
within one week or 500 km
(whichever occurs first).
Driver Information Centre 3 89.
Service information 3 193.
Control indicators The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. Depending on the
equipment, the position of the control
indicators may vary. When theignition is switched on, most control
indicators will illuminate briefly as a functionality test.
The control indicator colours mean:red=danger, important
reminderyellow=warning, information, faultgreen=confirmation of activationblue=confirmation of activationwhite=confirmation of activation
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88Instruments and controls
Tyre pressure monitor system
3 174.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
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 3 155.
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 3 127.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 160.
Immobiliser
d flashes yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a repairer.
Exterior light8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 105.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminates when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 106 , or when
high beam is on with high beam
assist, adaptive forward lighting
3 108.
Adaptive forward lighting
f illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
The adaptive forward lighting system
needs a service.
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Instruments and controls91
Vehicle Information MenuPress the MENU button to select the
Vehicle Information Menu , or on
Uplevel-Combi-Display select X.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
submenu. Press the SET/CLR button
to confirm.
Follow the instructions given in the
submenus.
Possible submenus can be,
depending on the version:
■ Unit : displayed units can be
changed
■ Tyre Pressure : checks tyre
pressure of all wheels during
driving 3 174
■ Remaining Oil Life : indicates when
to change the engine oil and filter
3 81
■ Traffic Sign Assistant : displays
detected traffic signs for the current route section 3 144
■ Speed Warning : if exceeding the
preset speed, a warning chime will
be activatedSelection and indication can be
different between Midlevel- and
Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Trip/Fuel Information Menu
Press the MENU button to select the
Trip/Fuel Information Menu , or select
W on Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
submenu. Press the SET/CLR button
to confirm.
■ Trip odometer 1
■ Trip odometer 2
■ Digital speed
Trip odometer 2 and digital speed are
only available on vehicles with
Uplevel-Combi-Display.
On vehicles with trip computer more
submenus are available.
Selection and indication can be
different between Midlevel- and
Uplevel-Combi-Display.
Trip/Fuel Information Menu, Trip
Computer 3 97.ECO Information Menu
Press the MENU button to select
s in the top line of the Uplevel-
Combi-Display.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
submenu. Press the SET/CLR button
to confirm.
Submenus are:
■ Shift indication : Current gear is
indicated inside an arrow. The
graphic above recommends
upshifting for fuel saving reasons.
Eco index display : The current fuel
consumption is indicated on a segment display. For economical
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Instruments and controls95
Vehicle messages on the
Midlevel-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as code numbers.
No.Vehicle message10Brakes overheated16Brake light failure25Left front turn signal failure26Left rear turn signal failure27Right front turn signal failureNo.Vehicle message28Right rear turn signal failure53Tighten gas cap54Water in diesel fuel filterS68Service power steeringS73Service all-wheel drive systemS75Service air conditioningS79Top up engine oilS81Service transmissionS82Change engine oil soonS84Engine power is reducedS89Service vehicle soon128Bonnet open134Park assist fault, clean
bumperS136Service parking assist174Low batteryNote
"S" means "Service vehicle soon".
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Combi-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ Fluid levels
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Brakes
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154Vehicle care
■ Open the bonnet, close all doorsand lock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronics of the
power windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the engine oil level.
■ Check the coolant level.
■ Fit the number plate if necessary.End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
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Vehicle care1559Danger
The ignition system and Xenon
headlights use extremely high
voltage. Do not touch.
Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
Move the safety catch sideways to the left vehicle side and open the bonnet.
Pull up the support rod lightly from the
holder. And then secure it at the left
side hook on the bonnet.
If the bonnet is opened during an
Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Closing Before closing the bonnet, press the
support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch. Check that the bonnet
is engaged.
Engine oil Check the engine oil level manually
on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine. Ensure that the correct specification of oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants
3 194.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.