Keys, doors and windows27Radio remote control
Used to operate:■ Central locking system,
■ Anti-theft locking system,
■ Anti-theft alarm system,
■ Power windows.
The radio remote control has a range of approx. 5 metres. This range can
be affected by outside influences.
The hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
■ Range exceeded,
■ Battery voltage too low,
■ Frequent, repeated operation of the
radio remote control while not in
range, which will require re-
synchronisation,
■ Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time,
■ Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Unlocking 3 31.
Radio remote control battery replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.Key with foldaway key section
Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type CR 2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.
Key with fixed key section
Have the battery replaced by a
workshop.
30Keys, doors and windows
The emergency key can only lock or
unlock the driver's door. Unlocking the entire vehicle 3 31. On vehicles
with anti-theft alarm system, the
alarm may be triggered when the
vehicle is unlocked. Deactivate the
alarm by switching on the ignition.Hold the electronic key at the marked
position and press the Start/Stop
button.
To switch off the engine, press the
Start/Stop button for at least
2 seconds.
Lock the driver's door with the
emergency key. Locking the entire vehicle 3 31.
This option is intended for
emergencies only. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Replacing battery in electronic
key
Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or the range is reduced. The need for
battery replacement is indicated by
InSP3 in the service display or by a
check control message in the
Info-Display 3 100.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at an appropriate recycling collection
point.
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.
Vehicle care157
■ Keep the vehicle battery out of thereach of children.
■ The vehicle battery contains sulphuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn injuries.
■ See the Owner's Manual for further
information.
■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Diesel fuel system
bleeding
If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for
15 seconds at a time. Then crank the
engine for a maximum of 40 seconds. Repeat this process after
no less than 5 seconds. If the engine
fails to start, seek the assistance of a
workshop.Wiper blade replacement
Service setting for front
windscreen wipers
Switch off the ignition but do not
remove ignition key or open driver's
door.
Within 4 seconds, push the wiper
lever down and release as soon as
the wipers are vertical.
Wiper blades on the windscreen
Lift the wiper arm, press the two
catches on the arm, disengage the
wiper blade and remove.
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
214
Trip computer in Board-Info-Display ................................... 102
Trip computer in Graphic-Info- Display or Colour-Info-Display 104
Triple-Info-Display .......................93
Trip odometer .............................. 83
Turn and lane-change signals ...111
Turn signal ................................... 87
Tyre chains ................................ 177
Tyre deflation detection system. .......................................... 23, 175
Tyre designations ......................173
Tyre pressure ....................101, 173
Tyre pressure monitoring system .............................. 24, 174
Tyre pressures ................... 106, 205
Tyre repair kit ............................. 177
Tyres .......................................... 172
U Ultrasonic parking assist .............. 89
Underseat storage .......................68
Upholstery .................................. 189
Upshift .......................................... 89
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 156
Vehicle checks............................ 152
Vehicle data ................................ 197Vehicle data recording and
privacy ..................................... 208
Vehicle dimensions .................... 204
Vehicle Identification Number ....195
Vehicle jack ................................ 171
Vehicle messages .....................100
Vehicle security ............................ 35
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 151
Vehicle tools ............................... 171
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 203
Ventilation ................................... 116
W
Warning chimes .........................100
Warning lights ............................... 83
Warning triangle .......................... 74
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 155
Washer fluid level ......................102
Wheel changing .........................180
Wheel covers ............................. 176
Wheels and tyres .......................172
Windows ....................................... 40
Windscreen................................... 40
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........78
Winter mode ................................ 89
Winter tyres ............................... 172
Wiper blade replacement ..........157X
Xenon headlights .......................161