Driving and operating135
Vehicles with manual transmission
automated
Release the brake pedal or move
selector lever out of D to restart the
engine.
When the engine is restarted, control
indicator D in the DIC extinguishes.
Restart of the engine by the
stop-start system
The selector lever must be in neutral to enable an automatic restart.
If one of the following conditions
occurs during an Autostop, the
engine will be restarted automatically by the stop-start system:
■ The stop-start system is manually deactivated.
■ The bonnet is opened.
■ The driver's seat belt is unfastened
and the driver's door is opened.
■ The engine temperature is too low.
■ The charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level.
■ The brake vacuum is not sufficient.■ The vehicle is driven at least at
walking speed.
■ The climate control system requests an engine start.
■ The air conditioning is manually switched on.
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a
warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop
during restart might be noticeable.
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 the parking brake.
Activate the manual parking
brake without pressing the
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 or set the selector lever
to position P before removing
the ignition key. On an uphill
slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position P 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 automatic
transmission, the key can only
206Vehicle careWheels and tyres
Tyre condition, wheel condition
Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tyre and wheel
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking.
Regularly check the wheels for
damage. Seek the assistance of a
workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear.
We recommend not swapping the
front wheels with the rear wheels and vice versa, as this can affect vehicle
stability. Always use less worn tyres on the rear axle.
Winter tyres Winter tyres improve driving safety attemperatures below 7 °C and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter
tyres 3 249.In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.
Tyre designations
E.g. 195/55 R 16 95 H195=tyre width, mm55=cross-section ratio (tyre height
to tyre width), %R=belt type: RadialRF=type: RunFlat16=wheel diameter, inches95=load index e.g. 95 is equivalent
to 690 kgH=speed code letter
Speed code letter:
Q=up to 100 mphS=up to 112 mphT=up to 118 mphH=up to 130 mphV=up to 150 mphW=up to 168 mphDirectional tyres
Directional tyres must be mounted so that they rotate in the correct
direction. The proper rotation
direction is indicated by a symbol
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
Tyre pressure
Check the pressure of cold tyres at least every 14 days and before any
long journey. Do not forget the spare
wheel.
This also applies to vehicles with tyre pressure monitoring system.
Unscrew the valve cap.
230Vehicle careInterior careInterior and upholsteryOnly clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light-
coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
254IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 183
Adjustable air vents ...................128
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........90
Airbag deactivation ................47, 90
Airbag label................................... 42 Airbag system .............................. 42
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 129
Air conditioning system .............. 121
Air intake .................................... 129
Air vents...................................... 128
Antilock brake system ................ 145
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......91
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Appearance care ........................227
Ashtrays ....................................... 82
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................29
Automatic light control ...............111
Automatic locking ........................24
Automatic transmission .............138
Autostop ....................................... 94
B Battery discharge protection ......119
Battery voltage ........................... 105 Belts.............................................. 39Bicycle rack .................................. 58
Bonnet ....................................... 185
Brake and clutch fluid .................232
Brake and clutch system .............91
Brake assist ............................... 146
Brake fluid .................................. 188
Brakes ............................... 145, 188
Breakdown.................................. 225
Bulb replacement ....................... 191
C Capacities .................................. 248
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................137
Central locking system ................22
Centre high-mounted brake light 199
Changing tyre and wheel size ...212
Charging system .......................... 90
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 50
Child restraints.............................. 48
Child restraint systems ................48
Cigarette lighter ........................... 82
City mode ................................... 149
Climate control ............................. 15 Climate control systems .............120
Clock ............................................ 80
Code ........................................... 103
Colour-Info-Display .....................101
257
Preheating ................................... 93
Puncture ..................................... 219
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 253
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 118
Rear carrier system ......................58
Rear floor storage cover ..............70
Rear fog light ............................... 94
Rear fog lights ........................... 115
Rear view camera ...................... 165
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 78
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 232, 236
Reduced engine power ................94
Refuelling ................................... 173
Retained power off .....................131
Reversing lights .........................116
Ride control systems ..................147
Roof .............................................. 32
Roof load ...................................... 73
Roof rack ..................................... 72
S Safety belts ................................... 39
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 36 Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................89Seat belts ..................................... 39
Seat folding .................................. 37
Seat heating ................................. 39
Seat position ................................ 35
Selector lever ..................... 138, 143
Service ....................................... 129
Service display ............................ 86
Service information ....................231
Service vehicle soon .................... 91
Side airbag system ......................46
Side blind spot alert ....................164
Sidelights .................................... 110
Side turn signal lights ................198
Spare wheel ............................... 222
Speed limiter......................... 95, 152
Speedometer ............................... 83
Starting and operating ................131
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ............132, 142
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 75
Steering wheel controls ...............75
Stop-start system........................ 133
Storage ......................................... 56
Storage compartments .................56
Sunroof ........................................ 32
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4T
Tachometer ................................. 84
Tail lights ................................... 196
Three-point seat belt .................... 40
Tools .......................................... 205
Top-tether fastening eyes ............54
Tow bar....................................... 177
Towing ................................ 177, 225
Towing another vehicle .............226
Towing equipment .....................179
Towing the vehicle .....................225
Traction Control system ............. 147
Traction Control system off........... 93
Traffic sign assistant .............95, 167
Trailer coupling ........................... 177
Trailer stability assist .................182
Trailer towing ............................. 178
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .........138, 142
Tread depth ............................... 212
Trip odometer .............................. 83
Turn and lane-change signals ...114
Turn signal ................................... 89
Tyre chains ................................ 213
Tyre designations ......................206
Tyre pressure ............................ 206
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 93, 207