AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteA2DPa Bluetooth software profile for a one-way transfer of audio
dataABSAnti-lock brake systemAFMulti-purpose vehiclesAFSAdaptive headlightsAGAutomatic gearboxAGMVehicle battery typeAPNAn access point name for the Wi-Fi connectionTCSTraction controlCO 2Carbon dioxideDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRActive driver-steering recommendationEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlDRim depthEUEuropean UnionGSMGlobal system for mobile communicationsHBAHydraulic brake assistHFPConnection of a mobile device by means of its Bluetooth ®
profileHHCUphill start assistKESSYkeyless unlocking, starting and lockingkWKilowatt, measuring unit for the engine outputMDIInputs for connecting external devicesMFDMultifunction displayMGManual gearboxAbbreviationDefinitionMPIGasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injectionN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberrSAPa Bluetooth ®
software profile for the remote transmission
of the SIM dataSIM carda card for the identification of the mobile network operatorSSPConnect two devices using Bluetooth ®
profileTDI CRDiesel engine with turbo-charging and common rail injection
systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injectionUMTSthe next generation of the GSM network (3G)VINVehicle identification numberWi-Fiwireless data networkWLANwireless connection of electronic devices for data transfer
(wireless)WPSwireless connection of devices for electronic data transfer
(WiFi) using an automatically generated key7Abbreviations
Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewDoor opening lever
52
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
76
Parking ticket holder
86
Air outlet vents
105
Operating lever:
› Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight
flasher
65
› Speed regulating system
154
Steering wheel:
› With horn
› With driver’s front airbag
18
›With pushbuttons for radio, navigation system and mobile
phone
113
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights
30
Operating lever:
› Windscreen wiper and wash system
72
›Multifunction display
44
›Information system
42
Air outlet vents
105
Warning light for the deactivated front seat passenger airbag
22
Switch for hazard warning lights
68
Storage compartment on the dash panel
87
Interior rear-view mirror
75
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Radio
› Navigation system
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
93
Front passenger airbag
18
Air outlet vents
105
Power window in the front passenger door
59
Door opening lever
52
Electric windows
581234567891011121314151617181920Fuse box (on side of dash panel)214
Light switch
64
Bonnet release lever
181
Regulator for the instrument lighting and regulator for the head-
light beam range adjuster
69, 64
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel
10
Ignition lock
132
Pedals
137
Bar with keys depending on the equipment fitted:
›
START STOP
155
›
Traction control TCS
143
›
Electronic Stability Control ESC
143
›
Parking aid
146
›
OFF ROAD-mode
144
›
Tyre pressure control indicator
158
›
Park Assist
150
Handbrake lever
136
Central locking system
54
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
137
›Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
138
Storage compartment
87
Depending on equipment fitted:
› Operating controls for the heating
107
›Operating controls for the air conditioning system
107
›Operating controls for Climatronic
108
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)
22
Note
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 22. The symbols on the controls and switches are the
same as for left-hand drive models.212223242526272829303132333429Cockpit
Revolutions counterRead and observe
on page 30 first.
The tachometer
1
» Fig. 23 on page 30 shows the actual engine speed per
minute.
The beginning of the tachometer red scale range indicates the maximum per-
mitted speed for an engine that has been driven-in and has reached operating
temperature.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolu-
tion counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the opti-
mum engine speed » page 43.
CAUTION
The pointer of the tachometer must reach the red area for only a short time -
there is a risk of engine damage!
Speedometer
Read and observe
on page 30 first.
The speedometer
2
» Fig. 23 on page 30 displays the current speed.
Warning against excessive speeds
An audible warning signal will sound when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/
h 1)
. The audible warning signal is switched off when the vehicle speed falls be-
low 120 km/h.
Coolant temperature gaugeFig. 24
Coolant temperature gauge
Read and observe on page 30 first.
The display » Fig. 24 provides information on the engine coolant temperature.
The display only works if the ignition is switched on.
Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale, this indicates that the engine has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle
and high engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer
moves into the middle of the scale
A
» Fig. 24 . At very high ambient tempera-
tures or heavy engine loads, the pointer may move even further to the right.
High temperature range
If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too
high. Further information » page 36.
CAUTION
■
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
1)
This function only applies to certain countries.
31Instruments and Indicator Lights
Warning symbols in the MAXI DOT displayEngine oil pressure too low» page 37Check engine oil level
Engine oil sensor defective» page 184Problem with engine oil pressure» page 34Water in fuel filter (diesel engine).» page 34Clutches of the automatic gearbox DSG
are too hot» page 34
Problem with the engine oil pressure
If the symbol is shown in the MAXI DOT display, you must have your vehicle
checked immediately by a specialist garage. The information about the maxi-
mum permissible engine speed is displayed together with this symbol.
Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)
The fuel filter with water separator, filters out dirt and water from the fuel.
If too much water is present in the separator, the following information ap-
pears on the instrument cluster display.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display .
Water in fuel filter. Owner's manual!
The following message appears only in the segment display. FUEL FILTER SEE MANUAL
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Automatic DSG gearbox couplings too hot
A symbol in the MAXI DOT display indicates that the temperature of the au-
tomatic gearbox DSG clutches is too high.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Gearbox overheating. Stop! Owner's manual!
Do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and wait
until the icon goes out – risk of gearbox damage! You can continue your
journey as soon as the symbol disappears.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard
warning light system » page 68. The warning triangle must be set up at
the prescribed distance - observe the national legal provisions when doing
so.
Note
■ If the MAXI DOT display shows warning messages, these messages must be
confirmed in order to access the main menu » page 42, Using the information
system .■
As long as the operational faults are not rectified, the symbols are always in-
dicated again. After they are displayed for the first time, the symbols continue
to be indicated without any extra messages for the driver.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
35
Brake system
35
Seat belt warning light
35
Alternator
36
Door open
36
Coolant
36
Boot lid
36
Power steering / steering lock (system KESSY)
36
Engine oil
37
Traction Control System (ASR)
37
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
38
Traction control (ASR) switched off
38
Antilock brake system (ABS)
38
Rear fog light
38
Lamp failure
38
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
39
Exhaust inspection system
39
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
39
34Using the system
AlternatorRead and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light
lights up when the engine is running but the vehicle bat-
tery is not charging.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If in addition to the symbol the symbol » page 36 lights up while driving,
stop driving - risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assis-
tance from a specialist garage.
Door open
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The indicator light
illuminates if one or several doors are opened.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon
on the display » page 44 .
Coolant
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light
lights up or flashes , either the coolant temperature is
too high or the coolant level is too low.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Check engine coolant! Owner's manual!
›
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the coolant lev-
el » page 185 .
›
If the coolant level is too low, add coolant to the reservoir » page 186.
If the indicator light
does not illuminate after adding coolant and switching
on the ignition, you may continue your journey.
If the coolant is within the specified range and the warning icon is still
lit
after switching on the ignition, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling
fan.
›
Switch off the ignition.
› Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary
» page 216, Fuses in
the engine compartment .
If the coolant level and fan fuse are OK and the warning icon
lights up again
after switching on the ignition,
stop driving!
Seek help from a specialist garage.WARNING■ Carefully open the coolant expansion bottle. If the engine is hot, the cool-
ing system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is therefore best to allow the
engine to cool down before removing the cap.■
Do not touch the radiator fan. The radiator fan may switch itself on auto-
matically even if the ignition is off - risk of injury!
CAUTION
■ Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Boot lid
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The indicator light
illuminates if the boot lid is opened.
On vehicles with MAXI DOT display, this indicator is replaced by a vehicle icon
on the display » page 44 .
Power steering / steering lock (system KESSY)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
Power steering
If the indicator light
illuminates , this indicates a complete failure of the
power steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering
forces).
If the indicator light
illuminates , this indicates a partial failure of the power
steering and the steering forces can be greater.
›
Stop the car, turn the ignition off and on again.
The powered steering is fully functional again if the
or
warning light does
not illuminate after you switch the engine back on.
36Using the system
Adaptive headlights (AFS)Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light
flashes for 1 minute while driving or after switching on
the ignition, there is a problem with the adaptive headlights.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Cornering light (AFS) not working. Owner's manual!
Note
When the AFS mode “tourist light” (travel mode) is active » page 67, the
warning light flashes for 10 seconds each time the ignition is switched on.
Exhaust inspection system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light
illuminates , there is a fault in the exhaust inspection
system. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Glow plug system (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light
lights up after the ignition has been switched on. Once
the light has gone out, the engine can be started immediately.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light
does not come
on at all or lights up continuously .
If the warning light begins to
flash while driving, there is an engine control
malfunction. The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Check engine electronics (petrol engine)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the indicator light
illuminates , there is a fault in the engine control. The
system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Diesel particulate filter (diesel engine)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The diesel particulate filter separates the soot particles from the exhaust. The soot particles collect in the diesel particulate filter where they are burnt on a
regular basis.
If the indicator light
lights up , soot has accumulated in the filter.
To clean the filter, and where traffic conditions permit »
, drive as follows for
at least 15 minutes or until the indicator light
goes out.
4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic transmission: position S).
Vehicle speed at least 70 km/h.
Engine speed between 1800-2500 rpm.
If the filter is properly cleaned, the warning icon
goes out .
If the filter is not properly cleaned, the warning light does
not go out and
the warning light begins to
flash.
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display. Diesel particulate filter: Owner's manual!
The system allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode. After switching the
ignition off and on again the indicator light, the indicator light also
lights up .
Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ The diesel particulate filter reaches very high temperatures - there is a
fire hazard and serious injury could be caused. Therefore, never stop the
vehicle at places where the underside of your vehicle can come into contact
with flammable materials such as dry grass, undergrowth, leaves, spilled
fuel or such like.■
Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The recommendations indicated by the indicator light must not
tempt you to disregard the national regulations for road traffic.
39Instruments and Indicator Lights
If the warning light flashes again after the engine has started, there is a
system error.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
The following reasons can explain the warning light
being illuminated.
› The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute loads as evenly as possible.
› The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
› Snow chains are mounted.
› A wheel has been changed.
Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 158.
CAUTION
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light can be delayed or does not light up at all.
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning
light comes on after switching on the ignition. If the indicator light does not
go out after moving a short distance, this means that there is an error in the
system. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Windscreen washer fluid level
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the windscreen washer fluid level is too low, the warning light
illumi-
nates .
The following message is shown in the MAXI DOT display.
Top up wash fluid!
Top up with liquid » page 182, Windscreen washer system .
Turn-signal system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
Either the left
or right
warning light flashes depending on the position of
the turn signal lever.
If there is a fault in the turn signal system, the warning light flashes at twice
its normal rate. This does not apply when towing a trailer.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of
the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
Fog lights
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light
illuminates when the fog lights are operating.
Cruise control system
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light
illuminates when the cruise control is active » page 154.
Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
If the warning light
illuminates , operate the brake pedal.
OFF ROADmode
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
When the indicator light is
lit, then the conditions for the engagement of
OFF ROAD mode are met » page 144 .
When the indicator
flashes, it indicates the hill descent assistant is current-
ly engaged.
Further information » page 144, OFF ROAD-mode .
Main beam
Read and observe
on page 35 first.
The warning light
illuminates when the main beam or the headlight flasher
is operated.
41Instruments and Indicator Lights
›Press the button
and hold down.
› The sun screen opens and closes again after around 10 seconds.
› Release the button.
Convenience operation of sliding / tilting roof
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
The sliding / tilting roof can be operated by locking or unlocking using the keyor using the KESSY system with the aid of the sensor
A
--
» Fig. 35 on page 53 .
Closing
The sliding/tilting roof can be closed as follows.
›
Press and hold the symbol button on the key.
›
Hold the key in the driver's lock in the lock position.
›
In the KESSY system, hold a finger on the sensor
B
» Fig. 35 on page 53 .
By releasing the lock or lifting your finger off the sensor
B
when using the
KESSY system, the closing process is immediately interrupted.
Tilting roof
›
Press and hold the symbol button on the key.
WARNINGClose the sliding/tilting roof carefully – risk of injury! The force limiter does
not work when convenience closing is in operation.
Note
The sliding/tilting roof cannot be opened using the convenience operating fea-
ture.Lights and visibility
Lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Operating the lights
64
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
65
Turn signal and main beam
65
Automatic driving lamp control
66
Adaptive headlights (AFS)
66
Fog lights
67
Fog lights with the CORNER function
67
Rear fog light
67
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
68
Hazard warning light system
68
Parking lights
69
Instrument lighting
69
Driving abroad
69
Unless otherwise stated, the lights only work when the ignition is switched on.
The arrangement of the controls right-hand drive models may differ from the
layout shown in » Fig. 45 on page 64 . The symbols which mark the positions
of the controls are identical.
Keep the headlights lenses clean. The following guidelines must be ob-
served » page 172 , Headlight glasses .
WARNING■
The activation of the lights should only be undertaken in accordance with
national legal requirements.■
The driver is always responsible for the correct settings and use of the
lights.
63Lights and visibility