G
WARNING
Engaging the parking brake while the vehi-
cle is in motion can cause the rear wheels
to lock up. You could lose control of the
vehicle and cause an accident. In addition,
the vehicle’s brake lights do not light up
when the parking brake is engaged. X
Releasing: Depress the brake pedal.
X Pull up slightly on parking brake
lever 0044and press release button 0043.
X Push parking brake lever 0044down as far
as it will go.
When the ignition is switched on, the
brake warning lamp 0027(USA only) or
004D (Canada only) in the instrument
cluster goes out.
X Engaging: Pull up parking brake
lever 0044firmly.
When the ignition is switched on, the
brake warning lamp 0027(USA only) or
004D (Canada only) in the instrument
cluster comes on. G
WARNING
Getting out of your vehicle with the trans-
mission not fully engaged in park position
P is dangerous. When the drive system is
switched off and the brakes are released,
the vehicle can be moved freely with the
gear selector lever in all positions except
park position P. Also, when parked on an
incline, park position Palone may not pre-
vent your vehicle from moving, possibly
hitting people or objects. Always engage the parking brake in addi-
tion to shifting to park position
P.
When parked on an incline, always turn the
front wheels towards the curb. G
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the starter switch, take it with
you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave chil-
dren unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Children
could release the parking brake and/or
move the gear selector lever from park
position P, either of which could result in
an accident and/or serious personal
injury.
Brake pedal The brake pedal has two brake circuits
independent of each other. When the igni-
tion is switched on, a brake servo is used
during braking to increase pedal force.
G
WARNING
Make sure absolutely no objects are
obstructing the pedals’ range of motion.
Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all
obstacles. If there are any floormats* or
carpets in the footwell, make sure the ped-
als still have sufficient clearance.
During sudden acceleration or braking
maneuvers, the objects could get caught
between or beneath the pedals and restrict
your ability to brake or accelerate. This
could lead to accidents and/or injury. G
WARNING
Considerably more effort will be required
to apply the brakes if
R the brake servo has failed
R a brake circuit has failed
R the ignition is switched off, e.g. for tow-
ing the vehicle
The braking distance is likewise greater. 78
Driving and parking>> Controls.
* optional
The illumination for both gauges comes on
when you switch on the ignition and the
exterior lighting.
Charge level gauge !
Do not hang any objects on the charge
level gauge.
This could cause the charge level gauge
to be torn from its mountings and be dam-
aged.
The charge level gauge 0043displays charge
status of the high-voltage battery as a per-
centage.
When the High-voltage Battery at
High-voltage Battery at
Reserve Level
Reserve Level message appears in the
multifunction display while the drive sys-
tem is in operation, the high-voltage bat-
tery has reached the reserve level.
i If the charge level of the high-voltage
battery has dropped below 20 %, recharge
it at:
R an AC power socket (Y page 114)
R a private wall box (Y page 115)
R a public charging station
(Y page 117)
Power gauge G
WARNING
The operating condition of the high-volt-
age battery (e.g. not yet at normal operat-
ing temperature or fully charged) influen-
ces the braking effect of the electric
motor.
In overrun or braking mode, the motor's
braking effect may therefore be reduced or
may not be present at all.
As a result of the reduced engine braking
effect, you may cause an accident and
injure yourself or others.
Compensate for the reduced engine braking
effect by pressing the brake pedal accord-
ingly, as required. !
Do not hang any objects on the power
gauge.
This could cause the power gauge to be
torn from its mountings and be damaged.
Power gauge 0044contains two segments:
R Section right of 0
Power gauge 0044indicates the current
power that the drive system delivers to
the rear wheels. 100 % correspond to
55 kW peak power.
R Section left of 0
When you release the accelerator pedal
or when you depress the brake pedal, the
electric motor operates as a generator.
Electric current is produced and stored
in the high-voltage battery. As long as
the high-voltage battery is being
charged, the electric motor simulates an
engine brake.
When the pointer of power gauge 0044is in
the "OFF“ position, the vehicle is not ready
to drive, because:
R the drive system has not been started
R the gear selector lever has not been
moved to position Nor Pwhen starting
the drive system
R the charging cable is connected to the
vehicle
R there is not enough power from the high-
voltage battery
R a problem occured in the high-voltage
system
After the drive system has been started, the
pointer of power gauge 0044moves to posi-
tion 0.READY
READY appears in the multifunction
display (Y page 87). The vehicle is ready
to drive. 82
Instrument cluster>> Controls.
No recuperation (level 0)
0043
Symbol for no recuperation
When this mode is set, there is no recuper-
ation. When you release the accelerator
pedal, the vehicle rolls on unbraked.
Use this mode in situations when driving
without frequent braking, for example on
highways.
Moderate recuperation (level 1) Moderate recuperation occurs when this
mode is set. When you release the acceler-
ator pedal, the vehicle is slightly braked.
Gained kinetic energy is converted into
electrical energy by the electric motor.
This energy is stored in the high-voltage
battery.
This mode is set as standard when starting
the drive system.
Use this mode in situations of well-bal-
anced relationship between accelerating
and braking, for example on cross-country
rides. High recuperation (level 2) 0043
Symbol for high recuperation
High recuperation occurs when this mode
is set. When you release the accelerator
pedal, the vehicle is deeply braked. Energy
conversion of kinetic energy to electrical
energy is most effective in this mode.
Use this mode in situations in which you
need to brake frequently, for example while
driving stop-and-go in city traffic. Maximum available power
G
WARNING
When the indicator for the maximum avail-
able power is not at its maximal range, the
power output is reduced noticeably. Adapt
your speed and driving accordingly. Oth-
erwise, you could cause an accident. Exer-
cise particular care when passing or accel-
erating. The indicator for the maximum available
power of the drive system contains three
segments
0043. The number of dark segments
indicates power that is currently availa-
ble. Control system
85>> Controls. Z
Audio system basic
The audio system basic contains the fol-
lowing functions:
R Radio (FM/AM)
R Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS) and
radio text
R AUX and USB socket (Y page 96)
! Please be sure to read the operating
instructions for the audio system basic
before using the unit. Familiarize your-
self with the various functions of the
unit so that you are able to operate it
easily, reliably and correctly at any
time. 0043
On/off and volume switch
0044 Display
0087 Skip/Scroll/Frequency search switches
0085 Tone settings/Mute/Back control panel
0083 Stored station buttons
0084 Radio/Media/System control panel Audio system navigation/multimedia*
The audio system navigation/multimedia
contains the following functions:
R Radio (FM/AM)
R Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS)
R AUX and USB-socket
R Bluetooth ®
hands-free device
R Navigation
R Audio operation from CD/DVD or SD Card,
via AUX/USB/iPod ®
, or Bluetooth ®
Audio R
Video operation from CD/DVD or SD Card,
via AUX/USB/iPod ®
R Image display from CD/DVD or SD Card,
via USB/iPod ®
! Please be sure to read the operating
instructions for the audio system navi-
gation/multimedia before using the
unit. Familiarize yourself with the var-
ious functions of the unit so that you are
able to operate it easily, reliably and
correctly at any time. 0043
Bluetooth ®
connection indicator lamp
0044 Display
0087 Microphone
0085 Light sensor
0083 Eject button
0084 Rotary/Push button
006B Menu button AUX and USB sockets
You can connect mobile audio devices such
as an MP3 player via the AUX and USB sock-
ets using commercially available 3.5 mm
socket plug (AUX) or USB connector cable
(USB).
The AUX and USB sockets are located in the
glove box. 96
Audio system*>> Controls.
* optional
X
Switching on: Press air recirculation
switch 0085.
The indicator lamp in air recirculation
switch 0085comes on.
X Switching off: Press air recirculation
switch 0085once more.
The indicator lamp in air recirculation
switch 0085goes out. Loading and storing
Cargo compartment cover blind with
parcel net bag G
WARNING
The cargo compartment cover blind is not
intended to secure heavy objects in the
event of an accident. For this reason, heavy
objects must be tied down.
Vehicle occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the vehicle
in the event of
R hard braking
R a change of direction
R an accident G
WARNING
Do not place any objects on the mounted
cargo compartment cover blind.
Vehicle occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the vehicle
in the event of
R hard braking
R a change of direction
R an accident G
WARNING
Only place light loads in the parcel net
bag. Do not transport heavy, sharp-edged or
fragile objects in the parcel net bag. The
parcel net bag cannot sufficiently secure
loads in an accident. Vehicle occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the vehicle
in the event of
R hard braking
R a change of direction
R an accident
Observe the loading guidelines.
The cargo compartment cover blind
R serves to protect objects that are stored
in the vehicle’s cargo compartment from
prying eyes
R prevents smaller objects from penetrat-
ing into the passenger compartment from
the cargo compartment; however, it is not
intended to act as a load restraining
device
The parcel net bag
R is for storing small, lightweight objects
R prevents small objects from sliding
around inside the passenger compart-
ment
! If objects are placed on the cargo com-
partment cover blind when mounted, the
cover may be damaged.
Fitting If you wish to use cargo compartment cover
blind
0043as normal, assemble it in top
mountings 0044. If you do not need the cargo
compartment cover blind, insert in bottom
mountings 0087. 104
Loading and storing>> Controls.
X
Open the tailgate.
X Secure cargo compartment cover
blind 0043at the front of the cargo com-
partment with the parcel net bag.
X Insert cargo compartment cover
blind 0043on the right-hand side in top
mounting 0044or in bottom mounting 0087.X
Push handle 0085to the right in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
X Insert cargo compartment cover
blind 0043in top mounting 0044or bottom
mounting 0087in the left-hand side pan-
eling and release handle 0085.
X Cargo compartment cover blind 0043
engages. X
Pull parcel net bag 0083down slightly and
secure with the hook and loop fastener.
X Remove in reverse order. Controls
X
Closing: Take hold of cargo compartment
cover blind 0043in the middle and pull
backwards.
X Guide cargo compartment cover
blind 0043into the rear right and left
mountings 0044.
X Opening: Take hold of cargo compartment
cover blind 0043in the middle, pull back-
wards, and remove from rear mount-
ings 0044.
X Guide cargo compartment cover
blind 0043into position. Coat hooks
The coat hooks are located at the rear roof
rail on the driver’s and passenger side. Coat hook on driver’s side
0043
Coat hook Loading and storing
105>> Controls. Z
X
Opening: Pull on glove box lid
release 0043and fold down the glove box
lid.
X Closing: Lift up the glove box lid with a
bit of force until it engages.
X Locking: Insert the key into the glove box
lock and turn it to position 0049.
X Unlocking: Insert the key into the glove
box lock and turn it to position 0048.
Storage tray* in center console X
Installing: Slide storage tray 0044onto the
cones on the center console until it
engages audibly.
X Removing: Press levers 0043simultane-
ously towards the storage tray.
X Pull storage tray 0044away from the center
console.
X Opening: Pull handle 0087.
X Closing: Swivel storage tray 0044back
until it engages.
Parcel nets Parcel nets are located on the in-board
sides of the seat backrests.
i
Vehicles equipped with an armrest* on
the driver’s seat, have a parcel net on the
passenger seat only.
i Each parcel net is intended for light-
weight items of below 0.9 lb (0.4 kg). Example illustration: Parcel net on passenger
seat
0043
Parcel net
Drawer A drawer is located below the audio system.
X
Opening: Press on the center of
drawer 0043.
The drawer opens slightly.
X Pull drawer0043 to open completely.
X Closing: Press on drawer 0043until it
engages.
Storage compartment in the tailgate
(coupé only) If possible, you can stow the charging cable
in the storage compartment of the tailgate
(Y
page 115).
! Do not place the charging cable in the
compartment for the roof bars of the roof
system. If the charging cable is placed
there, the roof bars can be damaged when
the storage compartment is closed. For Loading and storing
107>> Controls.
* optional Z
Auxiliary power outlet
The auxiliary power outlet supplies power
to the following electrical accessories
when the key is turned to starter switch
position 1:
R the electric air pump, available in con-
junction with the tire repair kit*
R other consumers which operate up to a
maximum of 60 W
! The auxiliary power outlet can accom-
modate 12V DC electrical accessories
designed for use with the standard “cig-
arette lighter” plug type.
Keep in mind, however, that connecting
accessories to the auxiliary power outlet
(for example extensive connecting and
disconnecting, or using plugs that do not
fit properly) can damage the auxiliary
power outlet.
The auxiliary power outlet is located in the
lower center console. Auxiliary power outlet
X
Turn the key to starter switch position 1.
! Please observe the safety instructions
given in the respective operating
instructions.
Please note that
R if using the auxiliary power outlet the
maximum current drawn may not exceed
5 A or 60 W
R the electric air pump* can be connected
to the auxiliary power outlet for the time it takes to inflate the tire without any
problem
R the vehicle battery will discharge when
current is drawn. 110
Useful features>> Controls.
* optional