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Seats, restraints41Airbag system
The airbag system consists of a
number of individual systems
depending on the scope of
equipment.
When triggered, the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision.
Notice
Depending on the severity of a
collision, the fuel system may also be cut-off and the engine switched
off automatically, for safety reasons.
Resetting the fuel cut-off system;
refer to "Fuel system messages"
3 85.
Notice
Expiry dates for replacing the airbag system components may be found
on the label inside the glovebox.
Contact a workshop to have the
airbag system components
replaced.9 Warning
If handled improperly the airbag
systems can be triggered in an
explosive manner.
Notice
The airbag systems and belt
pretensioner control electronics are
located in the centre console area.
Do not put any magnetic objects in
this area.
Do not fix any objects onto the airbag
covers and do not cover them with
other materials.
Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it might be necessary to have the steering
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of
the panelling, the door seals,
handles and the seats replaced.
Do not make any modifications to
the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle type approval.
9 Warning
When the airbags inflate, escaping
hot gases may cause burns.
Control indicator v for airbag systems
3 73.
Fault If there is a fault in the airbag and belttensioner system, the control
indicator v illuminates in the
instrument cluster. The system is not
operational.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Control indicator v 3 73.
Child restraint systems on front passenger seat with airbag
systems
Warning according to ECE R94.02:
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46Seats, restraints
Deactivate the front passenger airbagsystem as follows:
1. Press the SETq button once to
access the settings menu.
2. Press SETq again (repeatedly)
to cycle through the menu
functions until menu option Pass
bag (in Standard version)
- or -
Passenger bag (in Multifunction
version)
is displayed.
3. Press the R or S button to switch
from Pass bag On to Pass bag
off (Standard version)
- or -
from Passenger bag On to
Passenger bag off (Multifunction
version)
4. Press SETq to confirm selection;
A confirmation message appears
in the display.
5. Press the R or S button to select
Yes .
6. Press SETq briefly to confirm
deactivation and automatically
return to the previous display
screen.
Front passenger seat airbags are deactivated and will not inflate in the
event of a collision. Control indicator
* illuminates continuously in the
instrument cluster. A child restraint
system can be installed in
accordance with the chart Child
restraint installation locations 3 49.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system on a seat
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person on a seat with deactivated
front passenger airbag.
As long as the control indicator * is
not illuminated, the front passenger
airbag system will inflate in the event
of a collision.
If control indicators * and v are
illuminated at the same time, there is
a system failure. The status of the system is not discernible, therefore
no person is allowed to occupy the
front passenger seat. Contact a
workshop immediately.
Change status only when the vehicle
is stationary with the ignition off. The
status remains until the next change.
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation 3 74.
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Instruments and controls67AshtraysCaution
To be used only for ash and not forcombustible rubbish.
The portable ashtray should be
placed in the cupholders in the centre
console.
Warning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
The needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the
ignition is switched on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
Displays the recorded distance in
miles.
H may appear in the display until the
vehicle has travelled 60 miles.
Trip odometer Displays the recorded distance since
the last reset.
Depending on model variant, there are two independent trip odometers
A or B which indicate how far the
vehicle has been driven since the last
reset.
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72Instruments and controls
Control indicators in the instrument cluster
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Instruments and controls79
One or more of the exterior lights is
faulty 3 132.
Depending on version, 9 will
illuminate as an alternative if control
indicator µ is not present. A warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 79.
Generic warning 9 3 73.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and during headlight flash 3 88.
Fog light > illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 90.
Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 91.
Cruise control m illuminates green.The system is on.
Cruise control 3 115.
Door open
\ illuminates red.
A door or the tailgate is open.Information displays
Driver Information Centre
The Driver Information Centre is
located in the instrument cluster
between the speedometer and
tachometer. Two versions are
available; a Standard version
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114Driving and operating9Warning
Do not let this special safety
feature tempt you into taking risks
when driving.
Adapt speed to the road
conditions.
Deactivation
ASR can be switched off when
spinning of drive wheels is required:
press button ASR OFF briefly.
LED in button illuminates and a
message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
ASR is reactivated by pressing the
ASR OFF button again.
ASR is also reactivated the next time
the ignition is switched on.
Fault ASR will switch off automatically in
the event of a fault. Control indicator
x will illuminate in the instrument
cluster in conjunction with a message
in the Driver Information Centre 3 79.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Control indicator x 3 76.
Electronic stability
program
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
improves driving stability when
necessary, regardless of the type of
road surface or tyre grip. It also
prevents the drive wheels from
spinning.
As soon as the vehicle starts to
swerve (understeer/oversteer),
engine output is reduced and the wheels are braked individually. Thisconsiderably improves the driving
stability of the vehicle on slippery road
surfaces.
ESP is operational as soon as control
indicator x extinguishes.
When ESP comes into action, control indicator x flashes.
The ESP system is automatically
activated when the vehicle is started
and cannot be deactivated9 Warning
Do not let this special safety
feature tempt you into taking risks
when driving.
Adapt speed to the road
conditions.
Fault
In the event of a fault, ESP will be
automatically switched off and control
indicator x will illuminate in the
instrument cluster in conjunction with
a message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 79. The LED in the ASR
OFF button will also illuminate.
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Driving and operating115
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Control indicator x 3 76.Cruise control
The cruise control can store and
maintain speeds above approx.
20 mph. Deviations from the stored
speeds may occur when driving uphill or downhill.
Do not use the cruise control if it is notadvisable to maintain a constant
speed.
Control indicator m 3 79.
Switching on
Turn end of lever to the ON position;
control indicator m illuminates in the
instrument cluster in conjunction with
a message in the Driver Information
Centre.
Activation Accelerate to the desired speed and
push lever upwards ( +); the current
speed is stored and maintained.
Accelerator pedal can be released.
Vehicle speed can be increased by
depressing the accelerator pedal. When the accelerator pedal is
released, the previously stored speed
is resumed.
Cruise control remains activated
while gearshifting.
Increase speed With cruise control active, push lever
upwards ( +) or briefly push lever
upwards ( +) repeatedly: speed
increases continuously or in small
increments.
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Vehicle care157
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using a soft damp cloth. If necessary, use a
weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light-
coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water
or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.