In brief11
1Ashtray .................................. 65
Cupholders ........................... 56
Fuse box ............................. 129
2 Fixed air vents ....................... 91
3 Side air vents ........................ 90
4 Light switch .......................... 79
Rear fog light ......................... 82
Front fog lights .....................81
Exit lighting ............................ 83
Turn and lane-change
signals ................................... 81
Sidelights .............................. 79
Headlight flash, low beam
and high beam ......................80
5 Instruments .......................... 65
Driver Information Centre ..... 74
Transmission display ............68
6 Horn ...................................... 61
Driver airbag ......................... 45
7 Steering column controls ......618Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer system ..61
Rear window wiper, rear
window washer system ........62
Trip computer ....................... 76
9 Centre air vents ..................... 90
10 Triple-Info-Display .................74
11 Tachograph ........................... 78
12 Front passenger airbag .........45
13 Storage tray ......................... 55
14 Coin tray ............................... 55
15 Storage tray ......................... 55
16 Glovebox .............................. 55
17 Utility hook ........................... 10
18 Climate control system .......... 84
19 Hazard warning flashers .......81
20 Central locking system ..........20
Heated exterior mirrors .........29
Heated rear window ..............31Manual transmission
automated,
Winter and Laden modes ......99
Cruise control and speed
limiter ................................. 104
21 Gear lever, Manual
transmission .......................... 96
Manual transmission
automated ............................. 97
22 Power outlet .......................... 64
Cigarette lighter ..................... 64
23 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock ...............94
24 Steering wheel adjustment ...60
25 Remote control on
steering wheel ......................60
Cruise control .....................104
26 Ultrasonic parking assist ....108
Headlight range
adjustment ........................... 80
Electronic Stability
Program ............................. 103
Traction Control system ......102
Driving and operating93Driving and operatingDriving hints................................. 93
Starting and operating .................94
Engine exhaust ............................ 95
Manual transmission ....................96
Manual transmission automa‐ ted ................................................ 97
Brakes ........................................ 101
Ride control systems .................102
Cruise control ............................. 104
Object detection systems ........... 108
Fuel ............................................ 109
Trailer hitch ................................ 112Driving hints
Control of the vehicleNever coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others.
Pedals To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.
Steering If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.Caution
Vehicles equipped with hydraulic
power steering:
If the steering wheel is turned until it reaches the end of its travel, and
is held in that position for more
than 15 seconds, damage may
occur to the power steering
system and there may be loss of
power steering assist.
Driving and operating113
If the trailer starts snaking, drive moreslowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 163.
Trailer towing Trailer loads
The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be exceeded. The actual trailer load is
the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12 %.The permitted trailer load applies up
to the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10 %
for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than 8 %, e.g. motorways).
The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is
specified on the identification plate
3 150.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.
The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load is specified on the
towing equipment identification plate
and in the vehicle documents. Always aim for the maximum load, especiallyin the case of heavy trailers. The
vertical coupling load should never
fall below 25 kg.
In the case of trailer loads of
1200 kg or more, the vertical coupling load should not be less than 50 kg.
Rear axle load When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded (including
all occupants), the permissible rear
axle load (see identification plate or
vehicle documents) must not be
exceeded.
Towing equipmentCaution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.
120Vehicle care
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be just above the
MIN mark. Top up if the level is low.
9Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
Top up with antifreeze. If no
antifreeze is available, use clean tap
water or distilled water. Install the cap
tightly. Have the antifreeze
concentration checked and have the
cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop.
If a substantial amount of coolant is
required, it will be necessary to bleed
any trapped air from the cooling
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
If the coolant temperature is too high, control indicator W illuminates red in
the instrument cluster, together with
C 3 72. Consult a workshop if
coolant level is sufficient.
Power steering fluidIf the fluid level in the reservoir falls
below the MIN mark consult a
workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of windscreen
washer fluid which contains
antifreeze.
134Vehicle care9Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If the vehicle has a flat tyre:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first gear or reverse gear.
The tyre repair kit is located under the
front seat.
1. Remove the compressor from the
tyre repair kit.
2. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the
compartments on the underside
of the compressor.
3. Screw the compressor air hose to
the connection on the sealant
bottle.
4. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor.
Set the compressor near the tyre
in such a way that the sealant
bottle is upright.
5. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
6. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
7. The switch on the compressor must be set to O.
8. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the vehicle
battery, we recommend running
the engine.
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I
Identification plate .....................150
Ignition switch positions ...............94
Immobiliser .................................. 27
Indicators ...................................... 65
Information displays...................... 74
Instrument panel fuse box .........129
Instrument panel illumination .....128
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............55
Interior care ............................... 144
Interior lights ........................ 82, 127
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Interruption of power supply ......100
Introduction .................................... 3
Isofix child restraint systems ........ 54
J Jump starting ............................. 139
K Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 57
Light covers, misted...................... 82
Lighting ......................................... 79
Light switch .................................. 79
Load compartment ....................... 25Load compartment cover .............56
Load compartment lighting ..........82
Loading information .....................58
Load rails and hooks ...................57
Low fuel ....................................... 73
M Malfunction indicator light ............71
Manual adjustment ......................28
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................... 99
Manual transmission .................... 96
Manual transmission automated . 97
Manual windows ..........................30
Messages ..................................... 75
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 28, 29
Misted light covers .......................82
N
New vehicle running-in ................94
Number plate light .....................126
O Object detection systems ...........108
Octane rating .............................. 154
Odometer ..................................... 65
Oil ............................................... 117
Oil, engine .......................... 147, 152
Oil level ......................................... 67Oil pressure.................................. 73
Outside temperature ....................63
Overcab storage ..........................56
Overrun cut-off ............................. 95
P Parking .................................. 17, 95
Parking assist ............................ 108
Parking brake ............................ 102
Particulate filter ............................. 95
Performing work ........................116
Pollen filter ................................... 91
Power outlets ............................... 64
Power steering fluid ...................120
Power windows ............................ 30
Preheating ................................... 72
Puncture ..................................... 136
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 165
Radio remote control ...................18
Reading lights .............................. 83
Rear air conditioning system .......86
Rear doors ................................... 24
Rear fog light ............................... 73
Rear fog lights ............................. 82
Rear heating system .................... 86
Rear seats .................................... 36
Rear windows .............................. 30