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Odometer
The odometer indicates the total distance which the vehicle has been driven.
Read and observe on page 29 first.
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
5
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30
until the time is shown.
›
Release the button
5
and the system switches to the time setting function.
›
Press the button
5
again and set the hours.
›
Wait around 4 seconds - the system switches to the minutes setting.
›
Press the button
5
again and set the minutes.
›
Wait around 4 seconds - the system switches to the minutes setting.
The time can also be set in the Infotainment » operating instructions for Info-
tainment , chapter Device settings .
Viewing the charge level of the vehicle battery
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
5
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30
until Battery status or BATTERY SOC is shown in the Display.
›
Release the button
5
- the current charge level 1)
of the vehicle battery is
displayed in %.
›
Wait about 4 seconds or press the
5
key and the system will return to the
home setting.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
34
Brake system
34
Seat belt warning light
34
Central warning light
34
Power Steering / steering lock (engine start push-button)34Stability Control (ESC) / Traction Control (ASR)35
Traction control system (TCS) off
35
Anti brake system (ABS)
36
Rear fog light
36
Exhaust inspection system
36
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
36
Engine performance check (petrol engine)
36
Airbag system
36
Tyre pressure
37
Fuel reserve
37
Turning signal system
37
Trailer turn signal lights
37
Fog lights
38
Cruise control / speed limiter
38
Brake pedal (automatic transmission)
38
Main beam
38
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test.
If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go out a few
seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
The condition of some features and systems is shown by the warning icons on
the display » page 38.
The warning lights are at the following locations in the instrument cluster
» Fig. 20 on page 30 or » Fig. 21 on page 30 .
› Revolutions counter
1
›Speedometer
3
›Bar with warning lights
4
1)
Applies to vehicles with START-STOP system.
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AshtrayFig. 70
Removing ashtray
Read and observe on page 76 first.
The ashtray can be used for discarding ash, cigarettes, cigars and the like » .
Removing/inserting
›
Pull out the ashtray in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 70.
Insertion takes place in reverse order.
WARNINGNever put flammable objects in the ashtray – risk of fire.
CAUTION
Do not hold the ashtray by the cover when removing it – risk of breaking.
12-volt power outlet
Fig. 71
12-volt power outlet: in the central part of the panel / in the lug-
gage compartment
Read and observe on page 76 first.
Installation locations for the 12-volt power sockets » Fig. 71
In the central part of the dash panel
In the luggage compartment
Use
›
Remove the cover on the power socket » Fig. 71 -
or open the cover on the
power socket as appropriate » Fig. 71 -
.
›
Connect the plug for the electrical appliance to the socket.
The socket also works if the ignition is switched off »
.
WARNING■
Improper use of the power sockets and the electrical accessories can
cause fires, burns and other serious injuries. Therefore, when leaving the
vehicle, never leave people who are not completely independent, such as
children, unattended in the vehicle.■
If the connected electric device becomes too hot, switch it off and discon-
nect it from the power supply immediately.
CAUTION
■ The power socket can only be used for connecting approved electrical acces-
sories with a total power uptake of up to 120 watt.■
Never exceed the maximum power consumption, otherwise the vehicle's
electrical system can be damaged.
■
Connecting appliances when the engine is not running will drain the battery
of the vehicle!
■
Only use matching plugs to avoid damaging the power sockets.
■
Only use accessories that have been tested for electromagnetic compatibility
in accordance with the applicable directives.
■
Switch off the devices connected to the power sockets before you switch
the ignition on or off and before starting the engine, to avoid damage from
voltage fluctuations.
■
Observe the operating instructions for the connected devices!
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Opening and closing the bonnetFig. 144
Opening the bonnet
Read and observe
and on page 151 first.
Open flap
›
Open the front door.
›
Pull the release lever under the dash panel in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 144 .
Before opening the bonnet, ensure that the arms of the windscreen wipers
are correctly in place against the windscreen, otherwise the paintwork on the
flap could be damaged.
›
Push the release lever in the direction of arrow
2
.
The bonnet is then unlocked.
›
Grasp the bonnet catch and lift in the direction of arrow
3
.
›
Remove the lid prop in the direction of arrow
4
from the holder.
›
Secure the open flap inserting the end of the post into the opening in the di-
rection of arrow
5
.
Close the flap
›
Lift the bonnet.
›
Decouple the bonnet support and press into the holder designed to hold it.
›
Let the bonnet drop into the lock carrier lock from a height of around 20 cm –
do not push it in .
WARNING■
Check that the bonnet is closed properly.■If you notice that the lock is not properly engaged while driving, stop the
vehicle immediately and close the bonnet – there is the risk of an accident.■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
CAUTION
Never open the bonnet by the locking lever » Fig. 144.
Engine compartment overview
Fig. 145
Principle sketch: Engine compartment
Read and observe
and on page 151 first.
Arrangement in the engine compartment » Fig. 145
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
153
Coolant expansion tank
156
Engine oil dipstick
154
Oil filler opening
155
Brake fluid reservoir
157
Battery (below a cover)
157
Note
The location of the inspection points in the engine compartment of petrol and
diesel engines is practically identical.ABCDEF152General Maintenance