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.
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
Vehicle care185Jump starting
Do not start with a quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged battery
can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
■ Never expose the battery to naked flames or sparks.
■ A discharged battery can alreadyfreeze at a temperature of 0 °C.
Defrost the frozen battery before
connecting jump leads.
■ Wear eye protection and protective
clothing when handling a battery.
■ Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 Volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged
battery.
■ Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of at
least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for diesel
engines).
■ Do not disconnect the discharged battery from the vehicle.
■ Switch off all unnecessary electrical
consumers.
■ Do not lean over the battery during jump starting.
■ Do not allow the terminals of one lead to touch those of the other
lead.
■ The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during the
jump starting process.■ Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral, automatictransmission in P.
■ Open the positive terminal protection caps of both batteries.
Lead connection order:
1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged battery.
210IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 152
Adaptive forward lighting .....87, 107
Adjustable air vents ...................118
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........83
Airbag deactivation ................46, 83
Airbag system .............................. 41
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 119
Air conditioning system .............. 115
Air intake .................................... 119
Air vents...................................... 118
All-wheel drive ........................... 130
Antilock brake system ................ 131
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......85
Anti-theft alarm system ................25
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................189
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................28
Automatic light control ...............104
Automatic locking ........................23
Automatic transmission .............127
Auxiliary heater ........................... 118
B Battery discharge protection ......113
Battery voltage ............................. 95
Bicycle rack .................................. 57Bonnet ....................................... 154
Bonnet open ................................. 88
Brake and clutch fluid .................193
Brake and clutch system .............84
Brake assist ............................... 132
Brake fluid .................................. 157
Brakes ............................... 131, 157
Breakdown.................................. 186
Bulb replacement ....................... 160
C
Capacities .................................. 204
Catalytic converter .....................126
Central locking system ................21
Centre console storage ...............56
Centre high-mounted brake light 165
Changing tyre and wheel size ...176
Charging system .......................... 84
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 49
Child restraints.............................. 47
Child restraint systems ................47
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............114
Clock ............................................ 76
Code ............................................. 93
Control indicators.......................... 81
Control of the vehicle .................120
Controls ........................................ 72
213
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 75
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 193, 197
Refuelling ................................... 148
Reversing lights .........................110
Ride control systems ..................133
Roof .............................................. 31
Roof load ...................................... 70
Roof rack ..................................... 70
S Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 35
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................83
Seat belts ..................................... 38
Seat position ................................ 34
Selector lever ............................. 127
Service ....................................... 119
Service display ............................ 80
Service information ....................192
Service vehicle soon .................... 84
Side airbag system ......................44
Side turn signal lights ................165
Spare wheel ............................... 183
Speed limiter............................... 136
Speedometer ............................... 79
Starting and operating ................121
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................121
Steering ...................................... 120Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 72
Steering wheel controls ...............72
Stop-start system........................ 122
Storage compartments .................54
Sunglasses storage .....................56
Sunroof ........................................ 31
Sunvisor lights ........................... 111
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 79
Tail lights ................................... 163
Three-point seat belt .................... 39
Tools .......................................... 171
Top-tether fastening eyes ............53
Tow bar....................................... 150 Towing ................................ 150, 186
Towing another vehicle .............188
Towing hitch installation dimensions ............................. 206
Towing the vehicle .....................186
Traction Control system ............. 133
Traction Control system off........... 86
Traffic sign assistant ...................143
Trailer towing ............................. 151
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................127
Tread depth ............................... 176
Trip computer .............................. 96Trip odometer .............................. 79
Turn and lane-change signals ...109
Turn signal ................................... 83
Tyre chains ................................ 177
Tyre designations ......................172
Tyre pressure ............................ 172
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 86, 173
Tyre pressures ........................... 205
Tyre repair kit ............................. 177
Tyres .......................................... 172
U Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 85, 140
Underseat storage .......................56
Upholstery .................................. 191
Upshift .......................................... 85
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 157
Vehicle checks............................ 153
Vehicle data ................................ 197
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 207
Vehicle detected ahead ................88
Vehicle dimensions .................... 203
Vehicle Identification Number ....195
Vehicle jack ................................ 171
Vehicle messages .......................93