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16In brief
Automatic transmissionP=park positionR=reverse gearN=neutral positionD=drive
The selector lever can only be movedout of P or N when the ignition is on
and the foot brake is depressed
(selector lever lock). To engage P or
R , press the release button on
selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 128.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 173,
3 205.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 153.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of seats, seat belts and mirrors 3 46, 3 55, 3 38.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting engine with ignition
switch
■ Turn key to position 1
■ Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ Operate clutch and brake, automatic transmission in P or N
■ Do not operate the accelerator pedal
■ Diesel engines, turn the key to position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator ! goes out
■ Turn key to 3 and release key when
engine is running.
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184Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with 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 already freeze at temperatures 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.
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.
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210IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 151
Active head restraints ...................45
Active head restraints on front seats ......................................... 22
Adaptive Forward Lighting ........ .................................... 24, 92, 110
Adjustable air vents ...................122
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........87
Airbag system .............................. 58
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 123
Air conditioning system .............. 117
Air intake .................................... 123
Air vents...................................... 122
Antilock brake system ................ 138
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......88
Anti-theft alarm system ........35, 101
Anti-theft locking system .............. 35
Appearance care ........................187
Apply footbrake ............................ 91
Armrest ........................................ 49
Ashtrays ....................................... 82
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................39
Automatic climate control system .................................... 118
Automatic level control ..............141
Automatic light control ...............108Automatic transmission .............128
Auxiliary heater ........................... 122
B Battery discharge protection ......115
Battery voltage ........................... 100
Board-Info-Display .......................93
Bonnet ....................................... 153
Brake and clutch fluid .................192
Brake and clutch system .............88
Brake assist ............................... 139
Brake fluid .................................. 155
Brake light switch ....................... 100
Brakes ............................... 138, 155
Breakdown.................................. 185
Bulb replacement ....................... 158
C
Capacities .................................. 205
Cargo management system ........71
Car Pass ...................................... 26
Catalytic converter .....................128
Central locking system ................31
Centre console lighting ..............114
Changing tyre and wheel size ...176
Charging system .......................... 87
Check control ............................... 22
Child locks ................................... 34
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 63