
reported though tire inflation pressures are
correct.
The tire inflation pressure depends on the
tire's temperature. Driving or exposure to the
sun will increase the tire's temperature, thus
increasing the tire inflation pressure. The tire
inflation pressure is reduced when the tire
temperature falls again. These circumstances
may cause a warning when temperatures fall
very sharply.
Malfunction The yellow warning lamp flashes and
then lights up continuously. A Check
Control message is displayed. No flat
tire or loss of tire inflation pressure can be de‐
tected.
Display in the following situations:▷A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted:
have the service center check it if needed.▷Malfunction: have the system checked by
your service center.▷TPM was unable to complete the reset.
Reset the system again.▷Interference through systems or devices
with the same radio frequency: after leav‐
ing the area of the interference, the system
automatically becomes active again.
Declaration according to NHTSA/
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System
Each tire, including the spare (if provided)
should be checked monthly when cold and in‐
flated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres‐
sure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pres‐
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel ef‐
ficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please
note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,
even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low
tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also
been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indi‐
cator to indicate when the system is not oper‐
ating properly. The TPMS malfunction indica‐
tor is combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a malfunc‐
tion, the telltale will flash for approximately one
minute and then remain continuously illumi‐
nated. This sequence will continue upon sub‐
sequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐
function exists. When the malfunction indicator
is illuminated, the system may not be able to
detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replace‐
ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop‐
erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction tell‐
tale after replacing one or more tires or wheels
on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement
or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS
to continue to function properly.
Intelligent Safety The conceptIntelligent Safety enables central operation of
the driver assistance system.
Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, In‐
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New tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐
ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;
they achieve their full traction potential after a
break-in time.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Retreaded tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Retreaded tires
Possibly substantial variations in the de‐
sign and age of the tire casing structures can
limit service life and have a negative impact on
road safety.◀
Winter tires
Winter tires are recommended for operating on
winter roads.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires pro‐
vide better winter traction than summer tires,
they do not provide the same level of perform‐
ance as winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then a respective symbol is displayed in your
field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the
tire specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the respective winter tires; otherwise, tire dam‐
age and accidents can occur.◀
Run-flat tires If you are already using run-flat tires, for your
own safety you should replace them only with
the same kind. No spare tire is available in the
case of a flat tire. Your service center will be
glad to advise you.Rotating wheels between axles
Different wear patterns can occur on the frontand rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated between
the axles to achieve even wear. Your service
center will be glad to advise you. After rotating,
check the tire pressure and correct if needed.
Rotating the tires is not permissible on vehi‐
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the
front and rear axles.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Run-flat tires
Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels consist of tires that are self-sup‐
porting, to a limited degree, and possibly spe‐
cial rims.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to
remain drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a tire inflation pressure loss.
Follow the instructions for continued driving
with a flat tire.
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Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Mobility System
The concept With the Mobility System, minor tire damagecan be sealed quickly to enable continued
travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped
into the tires, which seals the damage from the
inside.
The compressor can be used to check the tire
inflation pressure.
Hints▷Follow the instructions on using the Mobi‐
lity System found on the compressor and
sealant container.▷Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐
tive if the tire puncture measures approx.
1/8 in/4 mm or more.▷Contact the nearest service center if the
tire cannot be made drivable.▷If possible, do not remove foreign bodies
that have penetrated the tire.▷Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant
container and apply it to the steering
wheel.▷The use of a sealant can damage the TPM
wheel electronics. In this case, have the
electronics checked at the next opportu‐
nity and have them replaced if needed.
Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas, since breathing in exhaust fumes may
lead to loss of consciousness and death. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas.◀
Storage
The Mobility System is located under the
cargo floor panel.
Sealing container▷Sealing container, arrow 1.▷Filling hose, arrow 2.
Observe use-by date on the sealant container.
Compressor
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2.Pull down the cover with a firm tug.3.Pull off the connector toward the left.4.Replace the bulb.
Inside brake lamp
To change the brake lamp, contact your serv‐
ice center.
Reversing lamp
16-watt bulb, W16W.
Turn the bulb, pull it out, and replace it.
Changing wheels
Hints
When using run-flat tires or sealants, a tire
does not need to be changed immediately in
the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
Which is why no spare tire is available.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
accessories from your service center.
Jacking points for the vehicle jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐
cated at the positions shown.
Vehicle battery Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
The added amount of acid is sufficient for the
service life of the battery.
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Replacement fuse 230 
Replacing parts  225 
Replacing wheels/tires  210 
Reporting safety defects  9 
RES button  145 
RES button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC  142 
RES button, see Cruise con‐ trol  149  
Reserve warning, refer to Range  92 
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM  113 
Residual heat, automatic cli‐ mate control  166 
Retaining straps, securing cargo  190 
Retreaded tires  211 
Reversing lamp, bulb replace‐ ment  228 
Roadside parking lights  103 
Roller sunblinds  50 
Roll stabilization, refer to Adaptive Drive  137 
Roll stabilization, refer to Dy‐ namic Drive  137 
RON recommended fuel grade  202 
Roofliner  17 
Roof load capacity  245 
Roof-mounted luggage rack  190 
Rope for tow-starting/ towing  235 
RSC Run Flat System Com‐ ponent, refer to Run-flat
tires  211 
Rubber components, care  239 
Run-flat tires  211 
S Safe braking  187 
Safety  7 Safety belt reminder for driv‐
er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat  60 
Safety belts  59 
Safety belts, care  240 
Safety Package, refer to Ac‐ tive Protection  131 
Safety switch, windows  50 
Safety systems, airbags  107 
Saving fuel  192 
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play  18 
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit  225 
Screw thread, refer to Screw thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting  236 
Sealant  212 
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts  59 
Seat heating, front  57 
Seat heating, rear  58 
Seating position for chil‐ dren  66 
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory  62 
Seats  54 
Seats, front  54 
Seats, rear  58 
Seat ventilation, front  57 
Selection list in instrument cluster  96 
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission  81 
Self-leveling suspension, air suspension  139 
Self-leveling suspension, malfunction  139 
Sensors, care  240 
Service and warranty  8 
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS  223 
Service requirements, dis‐ play  93 
Services, ConnectedDrive SET button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC  142 
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol  149  
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing  46 
Settings on Control Dis‐ play  98 
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ rors, steering wheel  62 
Shift paddles on the steering wheel  82 
Shoulder support  57 
Side airbags  107 
Side View  156 
Signaling, horn  14 
Signals when unlocking  47 
Sitting safely  54 
Size  244 
Ski and snowboard bag  177 
Slide/tilt glass roof  51 
Smallest turning radius  244 
Small tailgate via remote con‐ trol  38 
Smoker's package  172 
Snow chains  215 
Socket  173 
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics  224 
SOS button  232 
Spare fuse  230 
Speaker lighting  106 
Specified engine oil types  220 
Speed, average  97 
Speed limit detection, on- board computer  97 
Speed limiter, display  94 
Speed Limit Information  94 
Speed warning  98 
Split screen  23 
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control  140 
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
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