86Instruments and controlsAirbag 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 airbag
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop. The airbags and belt
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the event of an accident.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 38, 3 40.
Airbag deactivation
V illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. The
front passenger airbag is activated.
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 45.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
98Instruments and controls
No.Vehicle message9Turn steering wheel, start
engine again12Vehicle overloaded13Compressor overheated15Centre high-mounted brake
light failure16Brake light failure17Headlight levelling malfunction18Left low beam failure19Rear fog light failure20Right low beam failure21Left sidelight failure22Right sidelight failure23Reversing light failure24Number plate light failure25Left front turn signal failure26Left rear turn signal failureNo.Vehicle message27Right front turn signal failure28Right rear turn signal failure35Replace battery in radio remote
control48Clean side blind spot alert
system53Tighten gas cap56Tyre pressure imbalance on
front axle57Tyre pressure imbalance on
rear axle58Winter tyres detection59Open and then close driver
window60Open and then close front
passenger window66Service theft alarm system67Service steering wheel lock68Service power steeringNo.Vehicle message75Service air conditioning76Service side blind spot alert
system79Top up engine oil82Change engine oil soon84Engine power reduced89Service vehicle soon95Service airbag128Bonnet open134Park assist fault, clean bumper136Service parking assist174Low vehicle battery258Park assist off
Instruments and controls99
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ fluid levels
■ anti-theft alarm system
■ brakes
■ ride control systems
■ cruise control, speed limiter
■ parking assist systems
■ lighting, bulb replacement
■ wiper/washer system
■ doors, windows
■ radio remote control
■ seat belts
■ airbag systems
■ engine and transmission
■ tyre pressure
■ vehicle battery
Vehicle messages on the
Colour-Info-Display Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Some
messages only pop-up for a few
seconds.
Warning chimes When starting the engine or
whilst driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
■ 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 parking brake applied.
■ If a programmed speed is exceeded.
■ If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre orInfo-Display.
■ If the parking assist detects an object.
■ If the reverse gear is engaged and the rear end carrier extended.
When the vehicle is parked and/ or the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ■ If the driver's door is opened.
106LightingHeadlight range
adjustment
Manual headlight range
adjustment
To adapt headlight range to the
vehicle load to prevent dazzling: turn
thumb wheel ? to required position.
0=front seats occupied1=all seats occupied2=all seats occupied and load
compartment laden3=driver's seat occupied and load
compartment ladenHeadlights when driving
abroad
The asymmetrical headlight beam
extends visibility at the edge of the
road at the passenger side.
However, when driving in countries
where traffic drives on the opposite
side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming
traffic.
Turn adjuster on both headlight
housings 1
/4 turn clockwise to set
tourist mode.
Daytime running lights
Daytime running light increases
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
They are switched on automatically
when ignition is on.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated by pushing the ¨ button.
In the event of an accident with airbag
deployment the hazard warning
flashers are activated automatically.
Lighting109
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Dome light Spotlight incorporated in the interior
lighting comes on when headlights
are switched on.
Dome light illuminates gear shifting
console indirectly.
Ambient light Ambient light consists of indirect
lights in the doors, in the instrument
panel below the heating and
ventilation unit and in the passenger
foot well. 8 colours can be selected by
a button in the roof console.
Operate button with ignition switched
on:
m one brief
press=on or offS repeated
brief presses=colours change in
stepsS long press=colours change
continuously
Ambient light can be dimmed with the thumb wheel A together with the
instrument panel illumination 3 108.
The selected colour remains the next time the ignition is switched on.
Ambient light comes on automaticallywhen switching off ignition and
extinguishes after opening a door.
Pressing button m after switching off
ignition; ambient light remains on for 60 minutes.
Starlight panelStarlight panel consists of approx.64 LEDs. The intensity can be
dimmed with a button in the roof
console.
Driving and operating127turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear
before removing the ignition
key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
■ Close the windows and the sunroof.
■ Remove the ignition key. Turn the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
For vehicles with manual
transmission automated, the
key can only be removed from
the ignition switch when the
parking brake is applied.
■ Lock the vehicle.
■ Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switchedoff 3 159.
Caution
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.
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
turned off automatically if the vehicle
comes to a standstill within a certain time.
Engine exhaust9 Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.
Customer information223Vehicle data recording
and privacy
Event data recorders
Data storage modules in the vehicle A large number of electronic
components of your vehicle contain
data storage modules temporarily or
permanently storing technical data
about the condition of the vehicle,
events and errors. In general, this
technical information documents the
condition of parts, modules, systems
or the environment:
■ operating conditions of system components (e.g. filling levels)
■ status messages of the vehicle and
its single components ( e.g. number
of wheel revolutions / rotational
speed, deceleration, lateral
acceleration)
■ dysfunctions and defects in important system components■ vehicle reactions in particular driving situations (e.g. inflation of
an airbag, activation of the stability
regulation system)
■ environmental conditions (e.g. temperature)
These data are exclusively technical
and help identifying and correcting
errors as well as optimising vehicle
functions.
Motion profiles indicating travelled
routes cannot be created with these
data.
If services are used (e.g. repair
works, service processes, warranty
cases, quality assurance),
employees of the service network
(manufacturer included) are able to
read out this technical information
from the event and error data storage
modules applying special diagnostic
devices. If required, you will receive
further information at these
workshops. After an error has been
corrected, the data are deleted from
the error storage module or they are
constantly overwritten.When using the vehicle, situations
may occur in which these technical
data related to other information
(accident report, damages on the
vehicle, witness statements etc.) may be associated with a specific person -
possibly, with the assistance of an
expert.
Additional functions contractually
agreed upon with the client (e.g.
vehicle location in emergency cases)
allow the transmission of particular
vehicle data from the vehicle.
226IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 158
Adjustable air vents ...................120
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........86
Airbag deactivation ................45, 86
Airbag label................................... 40 Airbag system .............................. 40
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 121
Air conditioning system .............. 113
Air intake .................................... 120
Air vents...................................... 120
Antilock brake system ................ 132
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......87
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Appearance care ........................203
Ashtrays ....................................... 79
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................29
Automatic light control ...............105
Automatic locking ........................24
B Battery discharge protection ......111
Battery voltage ........................... 100
Belts.............................................. 38
Bicycle rack .................................. 55
Bonnet ....................................... 160Brake and clutch fluid.................208
Brake and clutch system .............87
Brake assist ............................... 133
Brake fluid .................................. 162
Brakes ............................... 132, 162
Breakdown.................................. 200
Bulb replacement ....................... 165
C Capacities .................................. 220
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................127
Central locking system ................22
Changing tyre and wheel size ...186
Charging system .......................... 86
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 48
Child restraints.............................. 47
Child restraint systems ................47
Cigarette lighter ........................... 79
City mode ................................... 136
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............112
Clock ............................................ 77
Code ............................................. 97
Colour-Info-Display .......................95
Control indicators.......................... 83
Control of the vehicle .................122
Controls ........................................ 72
Convex shape .............................. 28