Instruments and controls79Warning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
In some versions, the needles of the
instruments briefly rotate to the end
position when the ignition is switched on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
The odometer display is located in the centre of the instrument cluster.
The bottom line displays the recordeddistance in miles.
Trip odometer The top line displays the recorded
distance since the last reset.
There are two independent trip
odometers. Press the trip odometer
button once to toggle between
Trip A and Trip B.
To reset, press and hold the trip
odometer button for a few seconds
with the ignition on.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed.
Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
Caution
If the needle is in the red warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk.
80Instruments and controlsFuel gauge
Displays the fuel level in the tank.
Control indicator Y illuminates if the
level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately 3 144.
Never run the tank dry. Erratic fuel
supply can cause catalytic converter
to overheat 3 128.
Diesel engines: if the tank has been
run dry, bleed the fuel system 3 159.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity
3 206.
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.
Change engine oil 3 88.
Transmission display
Displays the mode or selected gear
with automatic transmission.
P=park positionR=reverse gearN=neutralD=drive position (automatic
mode)1-6=selected gear in manual mode
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 the ignition 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
Instruments and controls83Turn signalO illuminates or flashes green.
The relevant control indicator flashes
when the turn signal is switched on
3 108.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
bulb or the associated fuse or failure
of a turn signal light on trailer.
Both control indicators flash when the
hazard warning flashers are active
3 107.
Bulb replacement 3 159, Fuses
3 165.
Turn signals 3 108.
Seat belt reminder Seat belt reminder for frontseats X for driver's seat illuminates or
flashes red.
k for front passenger's seat
illuminates or flashes red, when the
seat is occupied.When the engine is running, if seat
belt is not engaged, the control
indicator will flash for 100 seconds
then illuminate until seat belt is
fastened.
If vehicle speed exceeds 14 mph, the
control indicator will flash for
100 seconds along with a warning
chime and remains illuminated until seat belt is fastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 40.
Front passenger seat belt reminder k
3 41.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, v
flashes briefly. If it does not flash, stays lit or flashes during driving,
there is a fault in the airbag system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
The airbags and belt pretensioners
may fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9
Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 40, 3 43.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Stop vehicle and switch off engine.
Battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective.
108LightingTurn and lane-change
signalslever up=right turn signallever down=left turn signal
If the lever is moved past the
resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly.
When the steering wheel is turned
back, the turn signal is automatically
deactivated. This will not happen
when making a minor steering
manoeuvre such as lane changing.
For three flashes, e.g. when changing
lanes, press the lever until resistance is felt and then release. Move the
lever to the resistance point and hold
for longer indication.
The volume of the turn signal audible
warning is dependent upon vehicle
speed.
Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever to its original
position.
Control indicators O 3 83.
Front fog lightsOperated with the > button. Control
indicator > illuminates in the
instrument cluster when the front fog
lights are switched on.
The front fog lights can only be
switched on when both the ignition
and low beam/high beam or sidelights are on.
Light switch in position AUTO:
switching on front fog lights will switch
on low beam and sidelights
automatically.
Follow the regulations of the country
in which you are driving when using
front fog lights.
178Vehicle care
If the tyre pressure is to be reduced orincreased, switch off the ignition. Tyre
pressures 3 176, 3 207.
External high-power radio equipment
could disrupt the tyre pressure
monitoring system.
The tyre pressure monitoring system
valve cores and sealing rings must be
replaced each time the tyres are
changed.
Temperature compensation
Tyre pressure depends on the
temperature of the tyre. During
driving, tyre temperature and
pressure increase.
The tyre pressure value shown in the
display is the actual tyre pressure.
Therefore it is important to check tyre pressure with cold tyres.
Tread depth
Check tread depth at regular
intervals.
Tyres should be replaced for safety
reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm
(4 mm for winter tyres).For safety reasons it is recommended that the tread depth of the tyres on
one axle should not vary by more than
2 mm.
The legally permissible minimum
tread depth (1.6 mm) has been
reached when the tread has worn
down as far as one of the tread wear
indicators (TWI). Their position is
indicated by markings on the
sidewall.
If there is more wear at the front than
the rear, swap round front wheels and
rear wheels. Ensure that the direction
of rotation of the wheels is the same
as before.
Tyres age, even if they are not used.
We recommend tyre replacement
every 6 years.
Changing tyre and wheel
size
If tyres of a different size than those
fitted at the factory are used, it may be necessary to reprogramme the
speedometer as well as the nominal tyre pressure and make other vehicle modifications.
After converting to a different tyre
size, have the label with tyre
pressures replaced.9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels
may lead to accidents and will
invalidate the vehicle type
approval.
If wheel rims of a different type are to
be installed, the wheel nuts may also
need to be changed. We recommend you consult your service partner.
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Centre high-mounted brakelight.................................. 109, 164
Change engine oil .......................88
Changing tyre and wheel size ...178
Charging system .......................... 83
Check control................................ 99
Child locks ................................... 21
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 51
Child restraints.............................. 50
Child restraint systems ................50
Cleaning the vehicle ...................190
Climate control ............................. 14
Climate control systems .............114
Clock ............................................ 76
Clutch fluid ................................. 156
Coin storage ................................. 56
Console box.................................. 57
Console net .................................. 56
Control indicators.......................... 80
Control of the vehicle .................122
Controls ........................................ 72
Controls in steering wheel ............72
Convex shape .............................. 27
Coolant and antifreeze ...............195
Coupling ball bar ........................147
Cruise control ...................... 90, 140
Cupholders .................................. 55
Curtain airbag system .................. 48D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3
Daytime running lights ...............107
Declaration of conformity ............208
Descent control system .......86, 138
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 158
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......159
Diesel particle filter .........84, 87, 127
Door open .................................... 90
Doors ............................................ 22
Drain fuel filter ............................. 89
Drink holders ................................ 55
Driver assistance systems ..........140
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 146
Driving hints ................................ 122
E
Electric adjustment ......................27
Electrical parking brake .......85, 136
Electrical parking brake fault .......85
Electrical system......................... 165
Electronic climate control system 116
Electronic driving programmes ..130
Electronic Stability Control ..86, 137
Electronic Stability Control off ...... 87
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......151
Engine compartment fuse box ...167
Engine coolant ........................... 153Engine coolant temperature ........87
Engine data ............................... 202
Engine exhaust .......................... 127
Engine identification ...................198
Engine oil ................... 152, 195, 199
Engine oil life monitor ...................88
Engine oil pressure ......................87
Entry lighting .............................. 112
Event data recorders ..................208
Exhaust gases ............................ 127
Exit lighting ................................ 112
Exterior care .............................. 190
Exterior lighting ....................12, 105
Exterior mirrors ............................. 27
F
Fault ........................................... 131
Fire extinguisher ........................... 69
First aid kit ................................... 69
Fixed air vents ........................... 120
Flex-Fix system ............................ 57
Fog light ....................................... 89
Fog lights .................... 108, 109, 162
Folding mirrors ............................. 27
Front airbag system .....................46
Front fog lights ........................... 108
Front passenger seat undertray ...57
Front seats.................................... 34
Front storage ............................... 56
Fuel............................................. 143
212
Fuel consumption - CO2-
Emissions ............................... 145
Fuel economy mode ....................88
Fuel filler cap ................................ 84
Fuel for diesel engines ..............144
Fuel for petrol engines ...............143
Fuel gauge ................................... 80
Fuses ......................................... 165
G
Gauges ......................................... 79
General information ...................146
Glovebox ..................................... 55
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 93
H Halogen headlights ....................160
Hand brake ................................. 136
Hazard warning flashers ............107
Headlight flash ........................... 106
Headlight range adjustment ......106
Headlights .................. 105, 106, 159
Headlights when driving abroad 107
Headlight washer ..........................73
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 33
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 31
Heating ........................................ 38Heating and ventilation system . 114
High beam ........................... 89, 106
Hill start assist ........................... 137
Horn ....................................... 13, 73
I
Identification plate .....................198
Ignition switch positions .............123
Immobiliser ............................ 26, 89
Indicators ...................................... 79
Information displays...................... 91
Instrument cluster ........................79
Instrument panel fuse box .........170
Instrument panel illumination .....165
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 110
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 192
Interior lighting ............................ 110
Interior lights ...................... 110, 164
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Interruption of power supply ......131
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....54
J
Jump starting ............................. 187K
Kerb weight........................... 70, 204
Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
Kickdown .................................... 130
L Lashing eyes ............................... 69
Light covers, misted.................... 109
Lighting ....................................... 105
Lighting features .........................112
Light switch ................................ 105
Load compartment ................22, 67
Load compartment cover .............67
Load compartment lighting ........111
Load compartment storage ..........67
Loading information .....................70
Low engine oil level .....................88
Low fuel ....................................... 89
M Malfunction indicator light ............84
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 130
Manual transmission .................. 132
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Mirrors .................................... 27, 28
Misted light covers .....................109