Rear
Being towedFollow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle
damage or accidents may occur. ◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Steptronic transmission Towing vehicles with a Steptronic trans‐
mission
Only transport vehicles with a Steptronic trans‐
mission on tow trucks or with raised front
wheels; otherwise, the transmission may be
damaged. ◀
Towing with a tow bar
Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than your vehicle, or it will not be possible to
control vehicle response. ◀
Correctly attach the tow bar
Only secure the tow bar on the tow fit‐
tings; damage can occur when it is secured on
other parts of the vehicle. ◀
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:▷Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is attached offset.
Towing with a tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on
the vehicle components when towing, always
use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attaching the tow rope correctly
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle. ◀
With a tow truck: vehicles without ALL4
all-wheel drive
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result. ◀
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12CauseHow to respondLights up in yellow:The engine will start the next time the Start/
Stop button is touched, possibly without the
brake or clutch being depressed.The remote control is malfunctioning or, in
cars with Comfort Access, was not detected.The engine cannot be started. Have
the remote control checked, if nec‐
essary.The battery in the remote control is dis‐
charged.Use the remote control for a longer
journey or, in cars with Comfort Ac‐
cess, replace the battery.The belt tensioners and/or airbag system
has failed.Have the system checked immedi‐
ately.
Fasten the safety belts anyway.Steering assistance has failed.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Markedly different
steering response. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.Lights up in red:Engine malfunctionStop the car and switch off the en‐
gine. You cannot continue your
journey. Contact your service cen‐
ter.Lights up in yellow:Full engine power is no longer available.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the engine
checked as soon as possible.Indicator lamp 1 flashes:Engine malfunction under high load. High
engine load will result in damage to the cat‐
alytic converter.You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the vehicle
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Restraining systems, refer toSafety belts 37
Restraint systems for chil‐ dren 43
Retreaded tires 159
Reverse gear, manual trans‐ mission 55
Roadside Assistance 181
Roadside parking light, bulb replacement 174
Roadside parking lights 67
RON recommended fuel grade 150
RON, refer to Fuel quality 150
Rubber seals, care 189
Run-flat tires 160
Run-flat tires, flat tire 75
Run-flat tires, tire inflation pressure 152
S
Safe braking 111
Safety 6
Safety belts 37
Safety belts, care 189
Safety belts, damage 39
Safety belts, indicator/warning lamp 39
Safety belts, rear center safety belt 38
Safety belts, reminder 39
Safety systems, airbags 71
Safety systems, safety belts 37
Saving fuel 118
Seat adjustment 36
Seat adjustment, manual 35
Seat heating 37
Seats 35
Seats, adjusting 35
Seats, heating 37
Seats, sitting safely 35
Selector lever lock, overrid‐ ing 57 Selector lever lock, refer to Se‐
lector level positions, chang‐
ing, shiftlock 56
Selector lever positions, Step‐ tronic transmission 56
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 56
Service and warranty 7
Service data in the remote control 169
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 169
Service interval display, refer to Service requirements 63
Service requirements 63
Service requirements, CBS Condition Based Service 169
Settings and information 60
Settings, clock 61
Settings, configuring, refer to Personal Profile 20
Shifting, manual transmis‐ sion 55
Shifting, Steptronic transmis‐ sion 56
Shift lever, Steptronic trans‐ mission 56
Shift paddles on the steering wheel 57
Side airbags 71
Side windows, refer to Win‐ dows 32
Sitting safely 35
Sliding/tilting sunroof, refer to Glass sunroof, electrical 31
Slot for remote control 48
Snap-in adapter, mobile phone 143
Snow chains 163
Socket, OBD Onboard Diagno‐ sis 170
Special equipment, series equipment 6
Speed, average 60
Speedometer 14 Speed, with winter tires 160
Sport button 83
Sport program, Steptronic transmission 56
Stability control systems 81
Start/Stop button 48
Start/Stop button, starting the engine 49
Start/Stop button, switching off the engine 50
Starting the engine 49
Start problems, refer to Jump- starting 181
Steering wheel 42
Steering wheel, adjusting 42
Steering wheel lock 48
Steering wheel, shift pad‐ dles 57
Steptronic transmission 55
Steptronic transmission, kick‐ down 56
Steptronic transmission, over‐ riding the selector lever
lock 57
Stopping, engine 50
Storage, tires 160
Storing the vehicle 190
Summer tires, refer to Wheels and tires 152
Summer tires, tread 157
Sun visor 96
Switches, refer to Cockpit 12
Switching off, engine 50
Switching off, vehicle 50
Symbols 6
T Tachometer 59
Tailgate 26
Tailgate, Comfort Access 28
Tailgate, opening/closing 26
Tailgate, opening from the outside 26
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