16In brief
Manual transmission automatedN=Neutralo=Drive position+=Higher gear-=Lower gearA/M=Switch between automatic and
manual modeR=reverse gear. Engage only
when vehicle is stationary.
Manual transmission automated
3 118.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 159,
3 201.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 140.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats and seat belts 3 31, 3 37,
3 45.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position A
■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ operate clutch and brake
■ do not operate accelerator pedal
■ turn the key to position M for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes in the
Driver Information Centre
■ turn key to position D and release
Starting the engine 3 110.
In brief17
Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at low speed or in
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
■ Depress the clutch pedal
■ move the selector lever to N
■ release the clutch pedal
An Autostop is indicated when control
indicator Ï illuminates green in the
instrument cluster.
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 111.
Parking9 Warning
■ Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the exhaust system could ignite the surface.
■ Always apply parking brake without pressing release button.Apply as firmly as possible on a
downhill slope or uphill slope.
Depress foot brake at the same
time to reduce operating force.
■ Switch off the engine.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear.
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
■ Remove the ignition key. Turn the steering wheel until the steering
wheel lock is felt to engage.
■ Close the windows.
■ Lock the vehicle with button e on
the radio remote control 3 20.
■ Activate the anti-theft alarm system
3 28.
■ The engine cooling fans may run after the engine has been switchedoff 3 139.
■ 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, locks 3 18, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 138.
24Keys, doors and windowsAutomatic locking
Automatic locking after driving
off This security feature can be
configured to automatically lock all
doors and the load compartment as
soon as the vehicle is driven.
Activation
With the ignition switched on, press
and hold e on the central locking
switch for approx. 5 seconds. An
audible signal confirms activation.
LED in switch illuminates when thevehicle is locked.
Deactivation
With the ignition switched on, press and hold e for approx. 5 seconds. An
audible signal confirms deactivation.
Child locks9 Warning
Use the child locks whenever
children are occupying the rear
seats.
Press down the child lock, door
cannot be opened from the inside.
Raise to deactivate.
Doors
Sliding door
Open and close the sliding side door
only when the vehicle is at a standstill with the parking brake applied (on
certain models, a warning chime will
sound when the sliding side door is
open and the parking brake is
released).
The sliding side door can be locked
from inside the vehicle with the
interior lock switch.
Ensure the side door is fully closed and secure before driving the vehicle.
Keys, doors and windows259Warning
Take care when operating the
sliding side door. Risk of injury.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped during operation and no-
one is standing within the moving
area.
If the vehicle is parked on a slope,
open sliding doors may move
accidentally on account of their
weight.
Close the sliding doors before
driving off.
Power sliding door
Opening
With vehicle at a standstill and the
parking brake applied, press switch
on instrument panel to open the
power sliding door automatically; the
LED in the switch flashes during
operation.
To stop movement at any time, press
the switch again. Press once more to
continue power sliding door
movement.
Closing
Press switch again; the LED flashes
and a chime sounds during operation.
In the event of opening or closing
difficulties, e.g. due to frost, press and
hold the switch to increase power to
the sliding door.9 Warning
Take care when operating the
power sliding door. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.
Take particular care when the
vehicle is parked on a slope: open
or close the door fully until it
latches into its locking position.
Keep a close watch on the moving door when operating. Ensure thatnothing becomes trapped during
operation and no-one is standing
within the moving area.
Notice
Do not operate power sliding door too often without engine running asthis will discharge the vehicle
battery.
68StorageLoading information■ Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenly
distributed and placed as far
forward as possible. If objects can
be stacked, the heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes 3 64.
■ Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent them from
sliding.
■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, 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. In addition, the
number plate is only
distinguishable and illuminated correctly if the doors are closed.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 vehicle.
■ The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 182) 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 (which includes the weight of the roof rack)
is 200 kg for standard roof variants.
The roof load is the combined
weight of the roof rack and the load.
Instruments and controls77
Service information 3 178.
Transmission display
The mode or selected gear of the
manual transmission automated is shown in the transmission display.
R=Reverse gearN=NeutralA=Automatic modekg=Laden modeV=Winter modeT=Apply footbrakeW=Transmission electronics
Manual transmission automated
3 118.
Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. Depending on the
equipment, the position of the control indicators may vary. When the
ignition is switched on, most control
indicators will illuminate briefly as a functionality test.
The control indicator colours mean:red=danger, important reminderyellow=warning, information, faultgreen=confirmation of activationblue=confirmation of activationwhite=confirmation of activation
80Instruments and controlsCharging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
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 briefly when the ignition is switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.If Z illuminates in combination with
A , stop vehicle and switch off engine
as soon as possible.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by 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 immediate assistance of a
workshop.
Service vehicle soon A illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.
The vehicle needs a service.
May illuminate in combination with
another control indicator or a
message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 84.
Illuminates if cleaning of the diesel
particle filter is required and
automatic cleaning does not occur
3 116.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Service display
Control indicator o also illuminates in
the Driver Information Centre when
the remaining distance before the
next service reaches 0 miles or the
service date is due.
The message SERVICE DUE also
appears in the Driver Information
Centre.
Service display 3 76.
Stop engine
C illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.
Instruments and controls81
If C illuminates (possibly in
combination with W and/or R), stop
vehicle and switch off engine as soon
as possible.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Depending on the type of fault, a
warning message may also appear in the Driver Information Centre 3 84.
Brake system R illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Control indicator R remains
illuminated after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 122.
When the parking brake is released,
R illuminates (possibly in
combination with C) if the brake fluid
level is too low 3 144.
9
Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Brake system 3 121.
Antilock brake system
(ABS) u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on. The system is ready for
operation when u extinguishes.
If control indicators u and A
illuminate with the messages CHECK
ABS and CHECK ESP in the Driver
Information Centre 3 84, there is a
fault in the ABS. The brake system
remains operational but without ABS
regulation.
If control indicators u, A , R and
C illuminate, the ABS and ESP are
deactivated and the message
BRAKING FAULT is displayed. Seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Antilock brake system 3 121.
Upshift
k or j illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when gearshifting is
recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
ECO mode 3 108.
Electronic Stability
Program
b flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
Flashing during driving The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree
3 125.
Illuminates during driving The system is unavailable.
May illuminate together with control
indicator A 3 80. A corresponding
message also appears in the Driver
Information Centre 3 84.