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14In briefHorn
Press j.
Washer and wiper systems
Windscreen wiperHI=fastLO=slowINT=interval wiping or automatic
wiping with rain sensorOFF=off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 1x.
Windscreen wiper 3 98, Wiper
blade replacement 3 228.
Windscreen and headlight
washer
Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 98, Washer fluid 3 225.
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Rear window wiper
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper switch=continuous
operationlower switch=intermittent
operationmiddle position=offRear window washer
Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper wipes a few
times.
Rear window wiper/washer 3 100.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heated
exterior mirrors
The heating is operated by pressing
Ü .
Heated rear window 3 32.
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Adjustable sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity:
low sensitivity=turn adjuster
wheel downwardshigh sensitivity=turn adjuster
wheel upwards
Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt
and ice.
Windscreen and headlight
washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
If the headlights are on, washer fluid is also sprayed onto the headlights,
provided that the lever is pulled
sufficiently long. Afterwards the
headlight washer system is
inoperable for 5 wash cycles or until
engine or headlights have been
switched off and on again.
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100Instruments and controlsRear window wiper/washer
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper position=continuous
operationlower position=intermittent
operationmiddle position=off
Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the rear window and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Do not use if the rear window is
frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically when the windscreen
wiper is switched on and reverse gear
is engaged.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the
Settings menu in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 129.
The rear window washer system is
deactivated when the fluid level is too
low.
Outside temperature
A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.
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116Instruments and controls
Illuminates when high beam is on,
during headlight flash 3 136 , or when
high beam is on with high beam assist or intelligent light range 3 138.
High beam assist l illuminates green.
The high beam assist or intelligent
light range is activated 3 136,
3 138.
Adaptive forward lighting f illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates Fault in system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Flashes System switched to symmetrical low
beam.
Control indicator f flashes for approx.
4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on as a reminder that the
system has been activated 3 138.
Automatic light control 3 136.Fog light
> illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 142.
Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 143.
Low washer fluid G illuminates yellow.
The washer fluid level is low.
Washer fluid 3 225.
Cruise control
m illuminates white or green.
Illuminates white
The system is on.
Illuminates green
Cruise control is active.
Cruise control 3 176.Adaptive cruise control
m illuminates white or green.
Illuminates white
The system is on.
Illuminates green Adaptive cruise control is active.
Adaptive cruise control 3 179.
Vehicle detected ahead A illuminates green.
A vehicle ahead is detected in the
same lane.
Adaptive cruise control 3 179,
Forward collision alert 3 186.
Door open
h illuminates red.
A door or the tailgate is open.
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No.Vehicle message134Park assist fault, clean bumper136Service parking assist145Check washer fluid level174Low vehicle battery258Park assist off
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Combi-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ service messages
■ fluid levels
■ anti-theft alarm system
■ brakes
■ driver assistance systems
■ ride control systems
■ speed limiter
■ cruise control
■ adaptive cruise control
■ forward collision alert
■ collision imminent braking system
■ parking assistant systems
■ lighting, bulb replacement
■ adaptive forward lighting
■ wiper/washer system
■ doors, windows
■ side blind spot alert
■ traffic sign assistant
■ lane departure warning
■ radio remote control
■ seat belts■ airbag systems
■ engine and transmission
■ tyre pressure
■ diesel particle filter 3 162
■ vehicle battery status
■ selective catalytic reduction, Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF), AdBlue
3 163
Vehicle messages on the
Colour-Info-Display Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Press the
multifunction knob to confirm a
message. 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.
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220Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................220
Vehicle checks ........................... 221
Bulb replacement .......................229
Electrical system ........................237
Vehicle tools .............................. 244
Wheels and tyres .......................244
Jump starting ............................. 259
Towing ....................................... 261
Appearance care .......................263General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We recommend the use of genuine parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e.g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
■ Fill up fuel tank completely.
■ Change the engine oil.
■ Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the coolant antifreeze and corrosion protection.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park the vehicle in a dry, well ventilated place. Engage first orreverse gear or set selector lever to P . Prevent the vehicle from rolling.
■ Do not apply the parking brake.
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■ Open the bonnet, close all doorsand lock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are
not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronics of the
power windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the engine oil level.
■ Check the coolant level.
■ Fit the number plate if necessary.
End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on ourwebsite, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.
Gas vehicles must be recycled by a
service centre authorised for gas
vehicles.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.