In brief11
1Light switch ........................ 108
Instrument illumination .......113
Rear fog light ....................... 112
Front fog lights ...................111
Headlight range
adjustment ......................... 109
2 Side air vents ...................... 122
3 Turn and lane-change
signals, headlight flash,
low beam and high beam ...111
Exit lighting .......................... 114
Parking lights ...................... 112
Cruise control ....................... 92
4 Steering wheel controls ........77
5 Horn ...................................... 78
Driver airbag ......................... 59
6 Instruments .......................... 83
7 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer
system, headlight washer
system .................................. 78
8 Centre air vents ................... 1229Left heated seat ....................49
Deflation detection system ..175
Tyre pressure monitoring
system ................................. 174
Ultrasonic parking assist ......89
Hazard warning flashers .....111
Central locking system ..........31
Sport mode ........................... 89
Right heated seat ..................49
10 Info-Display ........................... 93
Trip computer ...................... 102
Electronic climate control
system ................................. 119
11 Front passenger airbag .........59
12 Glovebox .............................. 67
13 Infotainment system ..............10
14 Climate control system ........ 11615Selector lever, manual
transmission ....................... 133
Manual transmission
automated ........................... 134
Automatic transmission .......128
16 Ashtray .................................. 82
17 Start/Stop button .................. 28
18 Accelerator pedal ................124
19 Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock .............125
Sensor panel for
emergency operation of
Open&Start system ..............28
20 Brake pedal ......................... 138
21 Clutch pedal ........................ 124
22 Steering wheel adjustment ...77
23 Bonnet release lever ...........153
In brief17
Starting engine with Start/Stop
button
The electronic key must be inside the
vehicle.
■ Operate clutch and brake, automatic transmission in P or N
■ Do not operate the accelerator pedal
■ Diesel engine, press the button briefly to start preheating, move thesteering wheel slightly to release
the steering wheel lock, wait until
control indicator ! goes out
■ Press button for 1 second and release when the engine is running.
Open&Start system 3 28.Parking
■ Always apply the parking brake without pressing the release button.Apply as firmly as possible on a
downhill slope or uphill slope.
Depress the foot brake at the same
time to reduce operating force.
■ Switch off the engine. Turn the ignition key to 0 and remove it or,
with the vehicle stationary, press
the Start/Stop button and open the
driver's door. Turn the steering
wheel until the steering wheel lock
is felt to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only be
removed when the selector lever is in the P position. If P is not engaged
or the parking brake is not applied,
"P" flashes for a few seconds in the transmission display.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, engage first gear or set the selector lever to P before
switching off the ignition. On an
uphill slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
18In brief
If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,
engage reverse gear or set the
selector lever to P before switching
off the ignition. Turn the front
wheels towards the kerb.
■ Lock the vehicle and activate the anti-theft alarm system with button
p on the radio remote control or
with the sensor in a front door
handle.
To activate the anti-theft locking
system, press button p twice or
touch the sensor in a front door
handle twice.
■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily
ignitable surface. The high
temperature of the exhaust system
could ignite the surface.
■ On vehicles with manual transmission automated, control
indicator R flashes for a few
seconds after the ignition is
switched off if the parking brake has
not been applied 3 100.
■ Close windows.■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switchedoff 3 152.
■ After running at high engine speeds
or with high engine loads, operate the engine briefly at a low load or
run in neutral for approx.
30 seconds before switching off, in
order to protect the turbocharger.
Keys, locking 3 26, Laying the
vehicle up for a long period of time
3 151.
76Storage
■ When transporting objects in theload compartment, the backrests of
the second row must not be angled forward.
■ Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
■ Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel.
■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or hinder
the freedom of movement of the
driver. Do not place any unsecured
objects in the interior.
■ Do not drive with an open load compartment.9 Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
■ The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 196) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter the
data for your vehicle in the Weights
table at the front of this manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank
90 % full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
■ Driving with a roof load increases the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a detrimental
effect on vehicle handling due to
the vehicle's higher centre of
gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load
conditions. Check and retighten the
straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph.The permissible roof load is 75 kg and 100 kg for vehicles with roof
railing. The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack
and the load.
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 controls89
If the control indicator does not go outafter a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock Brake System 3 138.
Upshift
[ illuminates green when upshifting
is recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Sport mode1 illuminates yellow.
The symbol is illuminated when Sport
mode is on 3 131, 3 135.
Winter mode T illuminates yellow.
The symbol is illuminated when
Winter mode is on 3 131, 3 135.
Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates or flashes yellow.Illuminates
Fault in system. Have the cause of the
fault remedied by a workshop.
Flashes
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow.
or
Interference due to external sources of ultrasound. Once the source of
interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Ultrasonic parking sensors 3 142.
Electronic Stability
Program v flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
Flashes whilst driving
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree
3 139.Illuminates whilst driving
The system is switched off or a fault
is present. Continued driving is
possible. Driving stability, however,
may deteriorate depending on road
surface conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
ESP® Plus
3 139.
Engine coolant
temperature W illuminates red.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Stop, switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level. 3 154.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
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.