Driving and operating129
Engine brakingTo utilise the engine braking effect,
select a lower gear in good time when
driving downhill, see manual mode.
Rocking the vehicle
Rocking the vehicle is only
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in
sand, mud or snow. Move the selector
lever between D and R in a repeat
pattern. Do not race the engine and
avoid sudden acceleration.
Parking
Apply the parking brake and engage P .
The ignition key can only be removed
when the selector lever is in position
P .Manual mode
Move selector lever to position M.
Press button on the selector lever:
<=Shift to a higher gear.]=Shift to a lower gear.
If a higher gear is selected when
vehicle speed is too low, or a lower
gear when vehicle speed is too high,
the shift is not executed. This can
cause a message in the
Driver-Info-Display.
In manual mode no automatic shifting to a higher gear takes place at high
engine revolutions.
Electronic driving
programmes ■ Following a cold start, the operating
temperature programme increases
engine speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
■ The automatic neutral shift function
automatically shifts to idling when
the vehicle is stopped with a
forward gear engaged and the
brake pedal is pressed.
■ Special programmes automatically adapt the shifting points when
driving up inclines or down hills.
Kickdown If the accelerator pedal is pressed
down completely in automatic mode, the transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on engine speed.
130Driving and operatingFaultIn the event of a fault, g illuminates.
Additionally a code number or a
vehicle message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre. Vehicle
messages 3 94.
The transmission no longer shifts
automatically. Continued travel is
possible with manual shifting.
Only the highest gear is available.
Depending on the fault, 2nd gear may also be available in manual mode.
Shift only when vehicle is at a
standstill.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.
Interruption of power
supply
In the event of an interruption of
power supply, the selector lever
cannot be moved out of the P
position. The ignition key cannot be
removed from the ignition switch.
If the battery is discharged, start the
vehicle using jump leads 3 186.If the battery is not the cause of the
fault, release the selector lever.
1. Turn the ignition off and remove the key.
2. Depress and hold the brake pedal
and pull the parking brake lever
up.
3. Remove the cap on the console with a thin object such as ascrewdriver.
4. Insert a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go.
5. Shift selector lever to N.
6. Remove the screwdriver from the slot.
7. Reinstall the cap.
8. Have the cause of the power supply interruption remedied by a
workshop.
Driving and operating131Manual transmission
To engage reverse, with the vehicle
stationary wait 3 seconds after
depressing the 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.
Do not slip the clutch unnecessarily.
When operating, depress the clutch
pedal completely. Do not use the
pedal as a foot rest.
Caution
It is not advisable to drive with the hand resting on the selector lever.
Drive systems
All-wheel drive
The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system
enhances driving characteristics and
stability, and helps to achieve the best possible driveability regardless of
ground surface. The system is always
active and cannot be deactivated.
The torque is distributed steplessly
between the wheels of the front and rear axle, depending on the driving
conditions. Additionally the torque
between the rear wheels is distributed
depending on the surface.
For optimum system performance,
the vehicle's tyres should not have
varying degrees of wear.
When using a temporary spare
wheel, the AWD system is
automatically disabled.
The AWD system will also be
temporarily disabled to protect the
system from overheating if there is
excessive wheel spin. When the
system cools down, AWD will be
restored.
188Vehicle care
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
Caution
Never tow your vehicle equipped
with All Wheel Drive (AWD) with the front or rear tyres on the road.
If you tow the vehicle equipped with AWD while the front or rear
tyres are rolling on the road the
drive system in the vehicle could
be severely damaged. When
towing vehicles equipped with
AWD all 4 tyres may not be in
contact with the road.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation system 3 116 and
close the windows.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards. The maximum speed is
80 km/h . In all other cases, and when
the transmission is defective, the front axle must be raised off the ground.
Vehicle with automatic transmission:
Do not tow the vehicle using tow eye.
Towing with a tow rope could cause
severe automatic transmission
damage. When towing vehicle with
automatic transmission, use flat bed or wheel lift equipment.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap and close cap.
202Technical dataPerformanceEngineA14NETA16XERA18XERA17DTSMaximum speed2)
[km/h]Manual transmission186170180190/185 3)Automatic transmission––1801842)
The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
3) Vehicles with All-wheel drive system.
Technical data203Vehicle weight
Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipmentEngineManual transmissionAutomatic transmissionwithout/with air conditioning
[kg]A14NET1414/1425–A16XER1324/1335–A18XER1349/13601446/1457A17DTS1418/14291421/1432A17DTS 4)1479/1490–
Kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment
EngineManual transmissionAutomatic transmissionwithout/with air conditioning
[kg]A14NET–/1534–A16XER–/1444–A18XER–/1461–/1558A17DTS–/1538–/1541A17DTS 4)–/1599–4)
Vehicles with All-wheel drive system.
212
Heating ........................................ 38
Heating and ventilation system . 115
High beam ........................... 88, 106
Hill start assist ........................... 133
Horn ....................................... 14, 74
I
Identification plate .....................196
Ignition switch positions .............122
Immobiliser ............................ 27, 88
Indicators ...................................... 80
Information displays...................... 89
Initial drive information.................... 6 Instrument panel fuse box .........169
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 111
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............55
Interior care ............................... 192
Interior lighting ............................ 111
Interior lights ...................... 112, 167
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Interruption of power supply ......130
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....53
J
Jump starting ............................. 186K
Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane departure warning .......86, 147
Lashing eyes ............................... 70
Lighting features .........................113
Light switch ................................ 105
Load compartment ................25, 67
Load compartment cover .............69
Load compartment fuse box ......171
Loading information .....................71
Low fuel ....................................... 88
M Malfunction indicator light ............85
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................. 129
Manual transmission .................. 131
Manual windows ..........................30
Memorised settings ......................21
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................111
N
New vehicle running-in ..............122
Number plate light .....................166O
Object detection systems ...........141
Odometer ..................................... 80
Oil, engine .......................... 194, 198
Outside temperature ....................77
Overrun cut-off ........................... 123
P Parking ................................ 18, 125
Parking assist ............................ 141
Parking brake ............................ 133
Particulate filter ........................... 126
Performance .............................. 202
Performing work ........................154
Pollen filter ................................. 120
Power outlets ............................... 79
Power steering.............................. 86
Power windows ............................ 30
Preheating ................................... 87
Puncture ..................................... 181
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 209
Radio remote control ...................20
Reading lights ............................ 112
Rear carrier system ......................58
Rear floor storage cover ..............69
Rear fog light ....................... 89, 111
Rear view camera ...................... 142
213
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 76
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 194, 198
Refuelling ................................... 149
Reversing lights .........................111
Ride control systems ..................134
Roof .............................................. 32
Roof load ...................................... 71
Roof rack ..................................... 71
S Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 36
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................84
Seat belts ..................................... 39
Seat position ................................ 35
Selector lever ............................. 128
Service ....................................... 120
Service display ............................ 81
Service information ....................193
Service vehicle soon .................... 85
Side airbag system ......................45
Side turn signal lights ................166
Spare wheel ............................... 184
Speed limiter............................... 137
Speedometer ............................... 80
Starting and operating ................122
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ....................122
Steering ...................................... 121Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 73
Steering wheel controls ...............73
Stop-start system........................ 123
Storage compartments .................55
Sunglasses storage .....................57
Sunroof ........................................ 32
Sunvisor lights ........................... 112
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 80
Tail lights ................................... 164
Three-point seat belt .................... 40
Tools .......................................... 172
Top-tether fastening eyes ............54
Tow bar....................................... 151 Towing ................................ 151, 187
Towing another vehicle .............189
Towing hitch installation dimensions ............................. 207
Towing the vehicle .....................187
Traction Control system ............. 134
Traction Control system off........... 87
Traffic sign assistant ...................144
Trailer towing ............................. 152
Transmission ............................... 17
Transmission display .................128
Tread depth ............................... 177
Trip computer .............................. 97Trip odometer .............................. 80
Turn and lane-change signals ...110
Turn signal ................................... 84
Tyre chains ................................ 178
Tyre designations ......................173
Tyre pressure ............................ 173
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 87, 174
Tyre pressures ........................... 206
Tyre repair kit ............................. 178
Tyres .......................................... 173
U Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 86, 141
Underseat storage .......................57
Upholstery .................................. 192
Upshift .......................................... 86
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 158
Vehicle checks............................ 154
Vehicle data ................................ 198
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 208
Vehicle detected ahead ................89
Vehicle dimensions .................... 204
Vehicle Identification Number ....196
Vehicle jack ................................ 172
Vehicle messages .......................94