Turn signal, high beams,
headlight flasher
Turn signal
Using turn signals
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
To switch off manually, press the lever to the
resistance point.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp
indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.
Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point.
The turn signal flashes three times.
The function can be activated or deactivated.
Set via radio.
1. Press button.2. "Settings"3."Lighting"4."Triple turn signal"
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Signaling briefly
Press the lever to the resistance point and hold
it there for as long as you want the turn signal
to flash.
High beams, headlight flasher▷High beams, arrow 1.▷Headlight flasher, arrow 2.
Washer/wiper system
Switching the wipers on/off and brief
wipe
Hints Do not activate wipers if frozen to wind‐
shield
Do not switch on the wipers if they are frozen
to the windshield; otherwise, the wiper blades
and the wiper motor may be damaged. ◀
Do not activate wipers on dry windshield
Do not use the wipers if the windshield is
dry, as this may damage the wiper blades or
cause them to become worn more quickly. ◀
Do not activate wipers with wipers folded
away
Do not switch on the wipers if they are folded
away, otherwise the hood or the wipers may be
damaged. ◀
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Washing the windshield
Pull the wiper lever towards you.
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
Do not use the washer system at freezing
temperatures
Do not use the washers if fluid could freeze
onto the windshield which might impede your
viewing field. Therefore use antifreeze fluid.
Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is
empty; operation might damage pump. ◀
Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐
cally heated while the ignition is switched on.
Rear window wiper
Switching on the rear window wiper
Turn the switch from idle position 0 upward, ar‐
row 1: interval mode. When reverse gear is en‐
gaged, the system switches to continuous op‐
eration.
Cleaning rear window
In interval mode: turn the switch further, ar‐
row 2. The switch automatically returns to its
interval position when released.
In idle position: turn switch downward, arrow 3.
The switch automatically returns to its idle posi‐
tion when released.
Fold-out position of the wipers
Helpful when changing the wiper blades or un‐
der frosty conditions, e.g.1.Switch the ignition on and off again.2.With icy conditions make sure that blades
are not frozen to the windshield.3.Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly
vertical position.
After the wipers are folded back down, the
wiper system must be reactivated.
Folding wipers back down
Before switching the ignition on, fold the
wipers back down to the windshield; otherwise,
the wipers may become damaged when they
are activated. ◀
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Push wiper lever down. Wipers move to
their resting position and are ready again
for operation.
Washer fluid
Hints Antifreeze for washer fluid
Antifreeze is flammable and can cause in‐
jury if it is used incorrectly.
Therefore, keep it away from possible sources
of ignition.
Only keep it in the closed original container and
inaccessible to children.
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Replacing componentsVehicle features and op‐
tions
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. The respectively applicable country provi‐
sions must be observed when using the respec‐
tive features and systems.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located in the
trough under the cargo area floor.
The warning triangle is located in the tailgate
trim.
Wiper blade replacement
Hints Do not fold down the wipers without
wiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades
have not been installed; this may damage the
windshield. ◀
Folding down wipers before opening the
hood
Before opening the hood, ensure that the wiper
arms with the wiper blades are against the
windshield to prevent damage. ◀
Replacing the wiper blades1.Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.2.Open the wiper blade lock, arrow.3.Pull the wiper blade down first out of the
holder on the wiper arm, arrow 1.
Then pull the wiper blade free from the
holder of the wiper arm, arrow 2.4.Insert and latch a new wiper blade in re‐
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Tire damage 182
Tire identification marks 180
Tire inflation pressure 176
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 84
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 81
Tires, changing 183
Tire sealant 185
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 176
Tires, run-flat tires 184
Tire tread 182
Tools 199
Total vehicle weight 223
Tow fitting 214
Towing 213
Tow-starting 213
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor 81
Traction control 95
TRACTION drive mode, driving dynamics 95
Transmission lock, releasing manually 57
Transmission, manual trans‐ mission 55
Transmission, see Steptronic transmission 55
Transporting children safely 43
Tread, tires 182
Treble 148
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 52
Trip odometer 64
Turn signal, front 201
Turn signal, side 206
Turn signals, operation 52
Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐ placement 203
U
Unintentional alarm 31
Units 69
Units, setting 69
Universal remote control 119 Unlock button, Steptronic
transmission 56
Unlocking/locking via door lock 26
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 24
Unlocking, settings 29
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 6
Upholstery care 218
USB audio interface 155
USB interface 124
V
Vanity mirror 123
Vehicle battery 209
Vehicle battery, replacing 209
Vehicle, break-in 134
Vehicle care 217
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 6
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 9
Vehicle jack 207
Vehicle paint 217
Vehicle storage 219
Vehicle wash 216
Ventilation 118
VIN, see vehicle identification number 9
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 60
Warning displays, see Check Control 60
Warning messages, see Check Control 60
Warning triangle 211
Warranty 7
Washer fluid 54
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 54
Washer system 52 Washing, vehicle 216
Water on roads 135
Weights 223
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking 24
Welcome lights 74
Wheels, changing 183
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 176
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 84
Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 81
Window defroster, rear 114, 117
Windows, powered 31
Windshield de‐ froster 114, 117
Windshield washer fluid 54
Windshield washer nozzles 54
Windshield washer system 52
Windshield wiper 52
Windshield wipers, fold-out position 54
Winter storage, care 219
Winter tires, suitable tires 184
Winter tires, tread 182
Wiper blades, replacing 199
Wiper fluid 54
Wiper system 52
Wood, care 218
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