Instruments and controls719Danger
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.
Airbag system 3 42, belt tensioners
3 39, airbag deactivation 3 47.
Charging system p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. Power to
the brake servo unit may be cut. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out 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 isrunning
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the immediate assistance of a
workshop.
Service vehicle soon A illuminates in yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.May illuminate in combination with
another control indicator or a
message in the Driver Information
Centre. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Stop engine C illuminates in red.
Illuminates together with p, I , W or
R ; stop engine immediately and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake fluid level is too
low 3 121.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 102.
Instruments and controls73Engine oil pressureI illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking
assistance of a workshop 3 117.
Low fuel
Y illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when level in fuel tank is
too low; refuel immediately 3 110
Catalytic converter 3 96.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 123.
Exterior light
9 illuminates green.
Illuminated when the exterior lights
are on 3 79.
High beam
P illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and during headlight flash 3 80.
Fog light > illuminates green.
Illuminated when the front fog lights
are on 3 81.
Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
Illuminated when the rear fog light is
on 3 82.
Cruise control
m , U illuminates green.
m illuminates green when a certain
speed is stored.
U illuminates green when the system
is on.
Speed limiter
U illuminates yellow.
96Driving and operating
process takes place automatically
and the emission of smells and
smoke during this process is normal.
If cleaning of the filter is required and automatic cleaning does not occur, it
will be indicated by the illumination of
control indicator A and Z in the
instrument cluster. Seek the
assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 109, 3 154 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of
the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.
If control indicator Z flashes, the
permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Lift your foot off the
accelerator until Z stops flashing and
is steadily illuminated. Contact a
workshop immediately.
Malfunction indicator light 3 71
Manual transmission
To engage reverse, with the vehicle
stationary depress the clutch pedal, pull up the collar on the selector lever
and engage the gear against the
resistance.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever in neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Do not slip the clutch unnecessarily.
When operating, depress the clutch pedal completely. Do not use the
pedal as a foot rest.
166IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 115
Adjustable air vents .....................90
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........70
Airbag deactivation ................47, 70
Airbag system .............................. 42
Air conditioning regular operation 91
Air conditioning system ................ 85
Air intake ...................................... 91
Air vents........................................ 90
Alert .............................................. 75
Antifreeze ................................... 119
Antilock brake system ................ 101
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......72
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25 Appearance care ........................143
Armrest ........................................ 35
Ashtrays ....................................... 65 Automatic light control .................79
Automatic locking ........................23
Auxiliary heater ............................. 87
B Battery, jump starting.................. 139
Belts.............................................. 39
Bonnet ....................................... 116
Brake and clutch fluid .................147Brake assist ............................... 102
Brake fluid .................................. 121
Brakes ............................... 101, 121
Brake system ............................... 71
Breakdown.................................. 141
Bulb replacement ....................... 124
C Capacities .................................. 162
Car Pass ...................................... 18
Catalytic converter .......................96
Central locking system ................20
Centre high-mounted brake light 126
Changing tyre and wheel size ...133
Charging system .......................... 71
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 49
Child restraint systems ................48
Cigarette lighter ........................... 64
Cleaning the vehicle ...................143
Climate control ............................. 15
Clock ............................................ 63
Code ............................................. 75
Control indicators.......................... 68
Control of the vehicle ...................93
Controls ........................................ 60
Controls in steering wheel ............60
Convex shape .............................. 28
Coolant ....................................... 119