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14In briefWasher and wiper systems
Windscreen wiper2=fast1=slowP=interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor§=off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down.
Windscreen wiper 3 73, Wiper
blade replacement 3 159.
Windscreen washer systems
Pull lever.
Windscreen washer system 3 73,
Washer fluid 3 156.
Rear window wiper and washer
systems
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper posi‐
tion=continuous
operationlower posi‐
tion=intermittent
operationmiddle posi‐
tion=off
Rear window wiper/washer 3 75.
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Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper wipes a few
times.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heatedexterior mirrors
The heating is operated by pressing
the Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 30.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
Press button V.
Set the temperature control to the
highest level.
Cooling n on.
Heated rear window Ü on.
Climate control system 3 114.
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16In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait 3 seconds after depressing
clutch pedal and then press the
release button on the selector lever
and engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 130.
Automatic transmissionP=parkR=reverseN=neutralD=drive
Manual mode: Move selector lever to
M .
<=higher gear.]=lower gear.
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 127.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 172,
3 205.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 154.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 27, 3 34,
3 39.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
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Storage71
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank90 % full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
■ Driving with a roof load increases the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a detrimental
effect on vehicle handling due to
the vehicle's higher centre of
gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load
conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph.
■ The permissible roof load is 75 kg. The roof load is the combined
weight of the roof rack and the load.
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Instruments and controls75
Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Rear window wiper/washer
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper posi‐
tion=continuous
operationlower posi‐
tion=intermittent
operationmiddle posi‐
tion=off
Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the rear window and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Do not use if the rear window is
frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically when the windscreen
wiper is switched on and reverse gear
is engaged.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the menu Settings in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 98.
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The rear window washer system is
deactivated when the fluid level is
low.
Outside temperature
A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.
If outside temperature drops to
0.5 °C, a warning message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre with Uplevel-Combi-Display.
9 Warning
The road surface may already be
icy even though the display
indicates a few degrees above 0
°C.
Clock
Date and time are shown in the
Info-Display.
Set date and time CD 400 and Navi 600
Press the CONFIG button. The menu
Settings is displayed.
Select Time & Date .
Selectable setting options:
■ Set time : Changes the time shown
on the display.
■ Set date : Changes the date shown
on the display.
■ Set time format : Changes
indication of hours between 12
hours and 24 hours .
■ Set date format : Changes
indication of date between MM/DD/
YYYY and DD.MM.YYYY .
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84Instruments and controls
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 46.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not
charging. Engine cooling may be interrupted. The brake servo unit may
cease to be effective. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is running Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon g illuminates yellow.
Additionally a warning message or a
warning code is displayed.
The vehicle needs a service.Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 93.
Brake and clutch system
Brake and clutch fluid level R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low 3 157.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 132.
Operate pedal
- illuminates yellow.
Clutch pedal must be operated to
start the engine. Stop-start system 3 122.
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94Instruments and controls
Vehicle messages on theMidlevel-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as code numbers.
No.Vehicle message10Brakes overheated16Brake light failure25Left front turn signal failure26Left rear turn signal failure27Right front turn signal failureNo.Vehicle message28Right rear turn signal failure53Tighten gas cap54Water in diesel fuel filterS68Service power steeringS73Service all-wheel drive systemS75Service air conditioningS79Top up engine oilS81Service transmissionS82Change engine oil soonS84Engine power is reducedS89Service vehicle soon128Bonnet open134Park assist fault, clean
bumperS136Service parking assist174Low batteryNotice
"S" means "Service vehicle soon".
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Combi-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ Fluid levels
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Brakes