Switching on/of
f........................... 117
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 124
Switching the rear window heat-
ing on/of f...................................... 122
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 121
THERMATIC automatic climate
control (2-zone) ............................. 116
THERMOTRONIC (3-zone) auto-
matic climate control ..................... 116
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 28
see Instrument cluster
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS
Activating/deactivating ................. 214
Display message ............................ 225
Operation/note s.............................. 64
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 294
COMAND Online
Switching on/of f........................... 256
Combination switch .......................... 108
Connecting a USB device
See also Digital Owner's Manua l... 256
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 209
Controller ........................................... 257
Convenience closing feature .............. 86
Convenience opening feature ............ 86
Convenience opening/closing (air-
recirculation mode) ........................... 123
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 286
Display message ............................ 231
Important safety notes .................. 334
Temperature gaug e........................ 206
Warning lamp ................................. 252
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 27
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 229
Function/note s............................. 109
Cruise control
Activation conditions ..................... 157
Cruise control lever ....................... 156 Deactivating ................................... 158
Display message ............................ 238
Driving system ............................... 156
Important safety notes .................. 156
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 156
Selecting ........................................ 156
Setting a speed .............................. 158
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 157
Cup holder
Centre console .............................. 271
Important safety notes .................. 270
Rear compartment ......................... 272 D
Dashboard see Instrument cluster
Data
see Technical data
Data carrier
Selecting ........................................ 211
Data modem mode
Telephone with Bluetooth ®
(SAP
profile) ........................................... 262
Daytime driving lights
Display message ............................ 229
Function/note s............................. 106
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 217
Dealership
see Qualified specialist workshop
Declarations of conformity ................. 25
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 218
Interior lighting .............................. 218
Diagnostics connection ...................... 25
Diesel .................................................. 331
Digital Owner's Manual
Help ................................................. 22
Introduction ..................................... 22
Digital speedometer ......................... 209
Dipped-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 229
Setting for driving abroad (sym-
metrical) ........................................ 106 Index
7
Rejecting/ending a call ................
.213
See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 256
Switching between mobile
phones .......................................... .260
Telephone compartment ................ 267
Telephone module with Bluetooth ®
(SAP profile) Activating and connecting the
module .......................................... .261
Charging a mobile phone .............. .263
Connecting the mobile phone ....... .262
Connecting the module using a
USB cable ...................................... 261
Data modem mode ........................ 262
Installing the module ..................... 261
Introduction ................................... 260
Saving/deleting the PIN for the
SIM card ........................................ 262
Settings ......................................... 262
SIM card mode .............................. 261
Text messages ............................... 263
Transferring the phone book .......... 262
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 206
Outside temperature ..................... .206
Setting (climate control) ................ 120
TEMPOMAT
Function/notes ............................ .156
Text messages
Telephone module with Blue-
tooth ®
(SAP profile) ....................... 263
Through-loading feature ................... 268
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 299
Important safety notes .................. 299
Storage location ............................ 297
Tyre pressure not reached ............. 301
Tyre pressure reached ................... 301
Top Tether ............................................ 50
Total distance recorder .................... 208
Tow-away protection
Activating ......................................... 72
Deactivating ..................................... 72
Function .......................................... .72
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 310
Important safety notes .................. 307 Towing
Important safety notes .................. 307
Transporting the vehicle ................ 309
With the rear axle raised ................ 309
Towing a trailer
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 198
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 201
Active Parking Assist ..................... 180
Axle load, permissibl e.................... 336
ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 68
Failure check for LEDs ................... 204
General notes ................................ 202
Trailer tow hitch display message .. 244
Towing away
Fitting the towing ey e.................... 308
Removing the towing eye ............... 309
With both axles on the ground ....... 309
Towing eye ......................................... 297
Traffic Sign Assist
Activating/deactivating the warn-ing function .................................... 214
Display message ............................ 234
Function/note s............................. 190
Important safety notes .................. 191
Instrument cluster display ............. 191
Trailer
Folding the ball coupling in/out ..... 203
Trailer coupling
see Towing a trailer
Trailer towing
7-pin connecto r............................. 205
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 195
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 294
Coupling up a traile r...................... 204
Decoupling a trailer ....................... 204
Driving tips .................................... 202
Folding in the ball coupling ............ 203
Folding out the ball coupling .......... 203
Important safety notes .................. 201
Lights display message .................. 229
Mounting dimensions .................... 335
Parktronic ...................................... 174
Power supply ................................. 204
Trailer load s................................... 336
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
see Manual transmission Index
19
Instrument cluster
i
Instrument cluster with speedometer
(km/h) Function Page
:
Fuel gauge (left)
Coolant temperature (right) 206
Warning and indicator lamps:
÷
ESP® 249
·
Distance warning 254
å
ESP®
OFF 249
#
Turn signal, left 108
?
Coolant 252
K
Main-beam headlamps 108
L
Dipped-beam head-
lamps 107
T
Side lamps 107
R
Rear foglamp 107
8
Reserve fuel 252
Fuel filler flap location indi-
cator: the fuel filler cap is on
the right-hand side. Function Page
;
Speedometer with segments 206
=
Multifunction display 208
?
Rev counter 206
Warning and indicator lamps:
J
Brakes (red) 248
!
Turn signal, right 108
J
Only for certain vehi-
cles: brakes (yellow) 248
!
ABS 249
6
Restraint system 37
;
Engine diagnostics 252
h
Tyre pressure monitor 255
ü
Seat belts 247
%
Diesel engine: preglow 134
Information on displaying the outside tempera-
ture in the multifunction display can be found
under "Outside temperature display"
(Y
page 206).
The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the dis- plays and the controls in the vehicle interior can
be adjusted via the on-board computer
(Y page 216). 30
Instrument clusterAt a glance
Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions The coolant temperature
display is showing more
than 120 †. The coolant warning lamp may also
be on and a warning tone
may sound. The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no
longer being cooled sufficiently.
X Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to
cool down.
X Check the coolant level (Y page 286). Observe the warning notes
as you do so and top up the coolant if necessary. If the coolant level is correct, the engine radiator fan may be faulty. The
coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently.
X If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue driving
to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
X Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in moun-
tainous terrain and stop-start traffic. Manual transmission
Gear lever
! Only engage gear when the clutch pedal is
depressed.
! When shifting between
5thand 6thgear,
you should always push the gear lever all the way to the right. Otherwise, you could shift
unintentionally into 3rdor4th gear and dam-
age the transmission.
If you shift down at too high a speed (trans-
mission braking), this can cause the engine to
overrev, leading to engine damage.
Do not use the clutch bite point to keep the
vehicle stationary on uphill gradients. There is otherwise a risk of damaging the clutch.
! On long and steep downhill gradients, espe-
cially if the vehicle is laden or towing a trailer, you must shift into gear 1, 2or3in good time.
This uses the engine's braking effect. This
relieves the load on the brake system and
prevents the brakes from overheating and
wearing too quickly. k
Reverse gear
1 -6
Forward gears Engaging reverse gear
! Only shift into reverse gear
Rwhen the vehi-
cle is stationary. Otherwise, you could dam-
age the transmission.
X Move the gear lever firmly to the left, beyond
the point of resistance, then forwards.
The ECO start/stop function is not available
when reverse gear is engaged. For further infor-
mation on the ECO start/stop function; see
(Y page 135). Manual transmission
139Driving and parking Z
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Operating the integrated information systems and communications equipment in the vehicle
while driving will distract you from traffic con-
ditions. You could then lose control of the
vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only operate these devices if road traffic con-
ditions permit. If you are unsure about the
surrounding conditions, pull over to a safe
location and make entries only while the vehi-
cle is stationary.
You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving whenoperating the on-board computer. G
WARNING
If the instrument cluster has failed or mal-
functioned, you may not recognise function
restrictions relevant to safety. The operating
safety of your vehicle may be impaired. There is a risk of an accident.
Drive on carefully. Have the vehicle checked
at a qualified specialist workshop immedi-
ately.
The on-board computer only shows messages or warnings from certain systems in the multifunc-tion display. You should therefore make sure
your vehicle is operating safely at all times.
If the operating safety of your vehicle is
impaired, park the vehicle safely as soon as pos- sible. Contact a qualified specialist workshop.
For an overview; see the instrument cluster illus-
tration (Y page 30). Displays and operation
Speedometer with segments
The segments in the speedometer indicate
which speed range is available. R Cruise control activated (Y page 156):
The segments light up from the stored speed to the type-tested maximum speed.
R Variable SPEEDTRONIC activated
(Y page 158): The segments light up from the start of the
scale to the selected limit speed.
R DISTRONIC PLUS activated (Y page 161):
One or two segments in the set speed range
light up.
R DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front:
The segments between the speed of the vehi-
cle in front and the stored speed light up. Rev counter
! Do not drive in the overrevving range. Doing
so will damage the engine.
The red band in the rev counter indicates the
engine's overrevving range.
The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the
engine when the red band is reached. Outside temperature display
You should pay special attention to road condi-
tions when temperatures are around freezing
point.
Bear in mind that the outside temperature dis-
play indicates the measured air temperature
and not the road surface temperature.
The outside temperature display is in the multi-
function display (Y page 208).
The multifunction display shows changes in the
outside temperature with a delay. Coolant temperature gauge
G
WARNING
If you open the bonnet while the engine is
overheating or while there is a fire in the
engine compartment, you could come into
contact with hot gases or other leaking ser-
vice products. There is a danger of injury.
Allow an overheating engine to cool down
before opening the bonnet. If there is a fire in the engine compartment, leave the bonnet
closed and notify the fire brigade.
The coolant temperature gauge is in the instru-
ment cluster on the left-hand side (Y page 30).206
Displays and operationOn-board computer and displays
Under normal operating conditions and with the
specified coolant level, the coolant temperature
may rise to 120 †.
At high outside temperatures and when driving
uphill, the coolant temperature may rise to the
end of the scale. Operating the on-board computer
Overview :
Multifunction display
; Switches on voice-operated control for nav-
igation or LINGUATRONIC
= Right control panel
? Left control panel
A Back button
X To activate the on-board computer: turn
the key to position 1in the ignition lock.
You can control the multifunction display and the settings in the on-board computer using
the buttons on the multifunction steering
wheel.
You can find further information on LINGUA-
TRONIC in the separate operating instruc-
tions in vehicles with a COMAND Online mul-
timedia system.
You can find further information on voice-
operated control for navigation in the manu-
facturer's operating instructions in vehicles
with an Audio 20 multimedia system. Left control panel =
; R
Calls up the menu and menu bar 9
: Press briefly:
R Scrolls through lists
R Selects a submenu or function
R In the Audio Audio menu: selects the
previous or next station, when the preset list or station list is active,
or an audio track or video scene
R In the Tel Tel(telephone) menu:
switches to the phone book and
selects a name or telephone num-
ber 9
: Press and hold:
R
In the Audio Audio menu: selects a pre-
set list or a station list in the
desired frequency range, or an
audio track or video scene using
rapid scrolling
R In the Tel Tel(Telephone) menu:
starts rapid scrolling if the phone
book is open a R
Confirms the selection or display
message
R In the Tel Tel(Telephone) menu:
switches to the telephone book
and starts dialling the selected
number Right control panel
~ R
Rejects or ends a call
R Exits the telephone book/redial
memory 6 R
Makes or accepts a call
R Switches to the redial memory W
X R
Adjusts the volume 8 R
Mute Displays and operation
207On-board computer and displays Z
Engine
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions +
Top up coolant See Top up coolant See
Owner's Manual Owner's Manual The coolant level is too low.
! Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine
cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged.
X Top up the coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so
(Y page 286).
X If the coolant needs topping up more often than usual, have the
engine coolant system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. ? The fan motor is faulty.
X If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue driving
to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
X Avoid putting the engine under heavy load as you do so, e.g. driving
in mountainous terrain and stop-start traffic. ?
Coolant Stop vehi‐ Coolant Stop vehi‐
cle Switch engine cle Switch engine
off off The coolant is too hot.
A warning tone also sounds.
G WARNING
Never drive with an overheated engine. Driving when your engine is
overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the
engine compartment to catch fire.
In addition, steam from an overheated engine can cause serious
burns, which can occur just by opening the bonnet.
There is a risk of injury.
X Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic
conditions, and switch off the engine.
X Safeguard the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 150).
X Wait until the engine has cooled down.
X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked,
e.g. by frozen slush.
X Do not start the engine again until the display message goes out and
the coolant temperature is below 120 †. The engine may otherwisebe damaged.
X Pay attention to the coolant temperature display.
X If the temperature increases again, consult a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.
Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant
level, the coolant temperature may rise to 120 †. Display messages
231On-board computer and displays Z
Engine
Warning/
indicator
lamp
N N
Signal type
Possible causes/consequences and M
MSolutions ;
N
The yellow engine diagnostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is run-
ning.
There may be a fault, for example:
R in the engine management
R in the fuel injection system
R in the exhaust system
R in the ignition system (for vehicles with petrol engines)
R in the fuel system
The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may be running in
emergency mode.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Vehicles with a diesel engine: the fuel tank has been run dry (Y page 150).
X After refuelling start the engine three to four times.
If the yellow engine diagnostics warning lamp goes out, emergency running
mode is cancelled. You do not need to have the vehicle checked. 8
N
The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp is on while the engine is running.
The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.
Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated if the fuel level drops into the
reserve range.
X Refuel at the nearest filling station. ?
N
The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running and the
coolant temperature gauge is at the start of the scale.
The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is faulty.
The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a risk of engine
damage if the coolant temperature is too high.
X Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions,
and switch off the engine. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
X Safeguard the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 150).
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 252
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays