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In brief17
Manual transmission automatedR=reverse. Engage only when
vehicle is stationaryN=neutralD=automatic modeM=manual mode<=upshift in manual mode]=downshift in manual mode
Manual transmission automated
3 142.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 206,
3 249.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 185.
■ 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 28, 3 35,
3 40.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position 1.
■ Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock.
■ Manual transmission: operate clutch and brake pedal.
Manual transmission automated:
operate brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
■ Do not operate accelerator pedal.
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224Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with a quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
battery can be started using jump
leads and the vehicle battery of
another vehicle.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
■ Never expose the battery to naked flames or sparks.
■ A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature of
0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery
before connecting jump leads.
■ Wear eye protection and protective
clothing when handling a battery.
■ Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 Volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged
vehicle battery.
■ Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of at
least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for diesel
engines).
■ Do not disconnect the discharged vehicle battery from the vehicle.
■ Switch off all unnecessary electrical
consumers.
■ Do not lean over the battery during jump starting.
■ Do not allow the terminals of one lead to touch those of the other
lead.■ The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during the
jump starting process.
■ Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral, automatictransmission in P.
■ Open the positive terminal protection caps of both vehicle
batteries.
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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