Instruments and controls87Turn signalO illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates The control indicator illuminates
briefly when the parking lights are
switched on. Parking lights 3 112.
Flashes The control indicator flashes if a turn
signal or the hazard warning flashers
are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a direction
indicator lamp or associated fuse,
failure of direction indicator lamp on
trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 158. Fuses
3 165.
Turn signals 3 111.
Seat belt reminder X illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates After the ignition is switched on until
the seat belt is fastened.Flashes
After starting off until the seat belt is
fastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 55.
Airbag and belt tensioners v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not go out after
4 seconds or illuminates whilst
driving, there is a fault in the belt
tensioner or the airbag system. The
systems may fail to trigger in the event of an accident.
Deployment of the belt tensioners or
airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Airbag system, belt tensioners 3 58,
3 54.
Charging system p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not charging. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. In diesel engines, 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.
88Instruments and controls
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Immediately seek the
assistance of a workshop.
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 A illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Fault in engine or transmission
electronics 3 132, 3 136. The
electronics switch to an emergency running programme. Fuel
consumption may be increased and
the vehicle handling may be impaired.If the fault persists after restarting the vehicle, consult a workshop.
Illuminates together with InSP4
in the service display
Seek the assistance of a workshop for
draining the diesel fuel filter 3 101.
Flashes with switched on
ignition
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started 3 37.
Switch off the ignition and repeat the
start attempt.
If the control indicator continues
flashing, attempt to start the engine
using the spare key and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch system R illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminated Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake and clutch fluid
level is too low 3 155.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 139.
Flashes
On vehicles with manual transmission
automated, flashes for a few seconds
when the ignition is switched off if the parking brake is not applied.
On vehicles with manual transmission
automated, flashes when the driver's
door is opened if no gear is engaged
and the parking brake is not applied.
Antilock brake system
(ABS) u illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on. The system is
ready for operation when the control indicator goes out.
Instruments and controls91
3. Move out of the flow of traffic asquickly 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 steering
wheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 153.
Low engine oil level
S illuminates yellow.
Engine oil level is checked
automatically.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Low engine oil level. Check engine oil
level and top up as necessary
3 153.
Low fuel Y illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates Level in fuel tank too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Catalytic converter 3 128.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 157.
Open&Start system
0 illuminates or flashes yellow.
Flashes The electronic key is no more within
the reception range of the vehicle interior. The engine cannot bestarted. Hold the Start/Stop button
depressed a bit longer to switch off
the ignition.
or
Failure of the electronic key.
Operation is yet only possible via
emergency operation.
Illuminates
Fault in system. Try to operate with
the spare key, the remote control or
through emergency operation. Hold
the Start/Stop button depressed a bit
longer to switch off the ignition. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
or
The steering wheel lock is still
engaged. Move the steering wheel
slightly and press the Start/Stop
button.
Open&Start system 3 28.
Apply footbrake
j illuminates yellow.
100Instruments and controlsVehicle messagesMessages are given via the
instrument panel display or as
warning and signal buzzers. Check
control messages appear on the
Info-Display. Some appear in an
abbreviated form. Confirm warning
messages with the multifunction knob
3 93, 3 96.
Warning chimes
When starting the engine or
whilst driving ■ If the electronic key is not present or is not recognised.
■ If seat belt is not fastened.
■ If a door or the tailgate is not fully closed when starting off.
■ If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied.■ If the speed programmed at thefactory is exceeded.
■ If the vehicle has automated manual transmission and the
driver's door is opened when the
engine is running, a gear is
engaged and the foot brake is not
depressed.
When the vehicle is parked and the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ With exterior lights on.
■ With Open&Start system and automatic transmission, if the
selector lever is not in P.
■ For automated manual transmission, if the parking brake isnot applied and no gear is engaged
when the engine is switched off.Battery voltage
Low battery voltage in radio remote
control or electronic key. On vehicles
without check control, the message
InSP3 appears in the instrument
panel display. Replace the battery
3 27, 3 28.
Brake light switch Brake light does not come on duringbraking. Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Lighting111Hazard warning flashers
Operated with the ¨ button.
The hazard warning flashers activate
automatically if the airbags deploy.
Turn and lane-change
signalsLever up=right turn signalLever down=left turn signal
The lever always springs back to its
original position.
If the lever is moved past the
resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the turn
signal is automatically deactivated.
For three flashes, e.g. when changing lanes, press the lever until resistance
is felt and then release.
Move the lever to the resistance point
and hold for longer indication.
Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever slightly.
Front fog lights
The front fog lights can only be
switched on when both the ignition and headlights or sidelights are on.
Operated with the > button.
Climate control117
■Open side air vents as required and
direct them towards door windows.
■ For simultaneous warming of the foot well, set air distribution control
to J.
Air conditioning system
In addition to the heating and
ventilation system, the air
conditioning system has:
n=Cooling4=Air recirculationCooling n
Operated with the n button and is
functional only when the engine and
fan are running.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) when outside
temperature is above a specific level. Therefore condensation may form
and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch the cooling system off to save
fuel.
Air recirculation system 4
Operated with the 4 button.9Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up. The quality
of the passenger compartment air
deteriorates, which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.
Air distribution to l: Air recirculation
is deactivated.
Maximum cooling Briefly open the windows so that hot
air can disperse quickly.
■ Cooling n on.
■ Air circulation system 4 on,
■ Set air distribution control to M.
■ Set temperature control to coldest level.
■ Set fan speed to highest level.
■ Open all vents.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows ■ Cooling n on.
■ Set air distribution control to l.
■ Set temperature control to warmest
level.
■ Set fan speed to highest level.
■ Switch on heated rear window Ü.
Climate control119
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) when outside
temperature is above a specific level. Therefore condensation may form
and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch the cooling system off to save
fuel.
Air recirculation system 4
The air recirculation mode is operated
with the 4 button.9Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up. The quality
of the passenger compartment air
deteriorates, which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.
Maximum cooling
Briefly open the windows so that the heated air can disappear quickly.
■ Cooling n on.
■ Set air distribution control to M.
■ Set temperature control to required
temperature value.
■ Set fan control to A.
■ Open all vents.
The automatic climate control
automatically cools to the specified
value with the maximum cooling
power.
With the temperature control turned
to its minimum setting, the system
continually runs at maximum cooling. The system is automatically set to air
recirculation when the air conditioning
is on.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows ■ Cooling n on.
■ Press button V: in position A, fan
automatically switches to maximum speed, the air distribution is
directed towards the windscreen.■ Set temperature control to warmest
level.
■ Switch on heated rear window Ü.
Electronic climate control
system
Controls for: ■ Temperature
■ Air distribution and menu selection
■ Fan speed
AUTO=Automatic mode4=air recirculationV=demisting and defrosting
Climate control121
Individual menu items are marked by
turning the centre control and
selected by pressing it.
To exit a menu, turn the centre control until Return or Main appear and
select.
Air distribution Turn the centre control. The Air
distribut. menu is activated, showing
the possible air distribution settings:Top=to windscreen and front
door windows.Centre=to vehicle occupants.Bottom=to foot well.
The Air distribut. menu can also be
called up via the Climate menu.
Return to automatic air distribution:
Deactivate corresponding setting or
press button AUTO.
Cooling
In the Climate menu, select menu
item AC and activate or deactivate
cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) when outside
temperature is above a specific level. Therefore condensation may form
and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch the cooling system off to save
fuel, Eco appears in the display.
Fan regulation in automatic
mode
Fan regulation in automatic mode can
be adapted.
Select menu item Automatic blower
from the Climate menu and select the
desired fan regulation.
Manual air recirculation mode The manual air recirculation mode is
operated with the 4 button.9Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up. The quality
of the passenger compartment air
deteriorates, which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.