
Seats, restraints57
Use the ignition key to choose the
position:OFF *=front passenger airbag is
deactivated and will not
inflate in the event of a
collision. Control indicator
OFF * illuminates
continuously in the centre
console. A child restraint
system can be installed in
accordance with the chart
Child restraint installation
locations 3 59. No adult
person is allowed to occupy
the front passenger seat.ON V=front passenger airbag is
active. A child restraint
system must not be
installed.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system on a seat
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person on a seat with deactivated
front passenger airbag.
If the control indicator ON V
illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on, the
front passenger airbag system will
inflate in the event of a collision.
If both control indicators are
illuminated at the same time, there is
a system failure. The status of the
system is not discernible, therefore
no person is allowed to occupy the
front passenger seat. Contact a
workshop immediately.
Change status only when the vehicle
is stopped with the ignition off.
Status remains until the next change.
Control indicator for airbag
deactivation 3 109.

Instruments and controls109Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not go out after
4 seconds or illuminates whilst
driving, there is a fault in the airbag
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop. The airbags and belt
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the event of an accident.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 50, 3 54.
Airbag deactivation
ON V illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. The
front passenger airbag is activated.
OFF * illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 56.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine isrunning
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.

Instruments and controls123
No.Vehicle message134Park assist fault, clean bumper136Service parking assist145Check washer fluid level174Low vehicle battery258Park assist off
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Combi-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ Service messages
■ Fluid levels
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Brakes
■ Driver assistance systems
■ Ride control systems
■ Speed limiter
■ Cruise control
■ Adaptive cruise control
■ Forward collision alert
■ Collision imminent braking system
■ Parking assistant systems
■ Lighting, bulb replacement
■ Adaptive forward lighting
■ Wiper/washer system
■ Doors, windows
■ Side blind spot alert
■ Traffic sign assistant
■ Lane departure warning
■ Radio remote control
■ Seat belts■ Airbag systems
■ Engine and transmission
■ Tyre pressure
■ Diesel particle filter 3 160
■ Vehicle battery status
■ Selective catalytic reduction, Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF), AdBlue
3 161
Vehicle messages on the
Colour-Info-Display Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Press the
multifunction knob to confirm a
message. Some messages only pop- up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes When starting the engine or
whilst driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.

140Lighting
Fault in Adaptive forward
lighting system When the system detects a failure in
the Adaptive forward lighting system,
the system moves to a preset position to avoid dazzling of oncoming traffic.
If this is not possible, the affected
headlight will be automatically
switched off. In any case, one
headlight will stay on. A warning is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated with the ¨ button.
In the event of an accident with airbag
deployment the hazard warning
flashers are activated automatically.
Turn and lane-change
signalslever up=right turn signallever down=left turn signal
If the lever is moved past the
resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the turn
signal is automatically deactivated.
For three flashes, e.g. when changing lanes, press the lever until resistance
is felt and then release.
When a trailer is connected, turn
signal flashes six times when
pressing the lever until resistance is
felt and then releasing.
Move the lever to the resistance point
and hold for longer indication.
Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever to its original
position.
Front fog lights
Operated with the > button.

142LightingInterior lightingInstrument panel
illumination control
Brightness of the following lights can
be adjusted when the exterior lights
are on:
■ Instrument panel illumination
■ Info-Display
■ Illuminated switches and operation elements.
Turn thumb wheel A and hold until
the desired brightness is obtained.
On vehicles with light sensor, the
brightness can only be adjusted when
the exterior lights are on and the light sensor detects night conditions.
Interior lights
During entry and exit of the vehicle,
the front and rear courtesy lights
automatically switch on and then off
after a delay.
Note
In the event of an accident with airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Front courtesy lightOperate rocker switch:w=automatic switching on
and off.press u=on.press v=off.
Rear courtesy lights
Illuminate in conjunction with the front
courtesy light depending on rocker
switch position.

Driving and operating159
■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient
■ the vehicle is driven at least at walking speed
■ the climate control system requests
an engine start
■ the air conditioning is manually switched on
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a
warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop
during engine restart may be
noticeable.
Parking9 Warning
■ Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the exhaust
system could ignite the surface.
■ Always apply the parking brake.
Activate the manual parking
brake without pressing the
release button. Apply as firmly
as possible on a downhill slope
or uphill slope. Depress foot
brake at the same time to
reduce operating force.
For vehicles with electric
parking brake, pull switch m for
approx. one second.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 110.
■ Switch off the engine. ■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector lever
to position P before removing
the ignition key. On an uphill
slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position P before removing the ignition
key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.■ Close the windows.
■ Remove the ignition key. Turn the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only
be removed when the selector
lever is in position P.
■ Lock the vehicle.
■ Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
Note
In the event of an accident with airbag deployment, the engine is
turned off automatically if the vehicle
comes to a standstill within a certain
time.

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Child restraints.............................. 58
Child restraint systems ................58
Cigarette lighter .........................101
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............145
Clock............................................. 99
Code ........................................... 121
Control indicators........................ 105
Control of the vehicle .................154
Controls ........................................ 94
Convex shape .............................. 29
Coolant and antifreeze ...............266
Cruise control ....................114, 174
Cupholders .................................. 64
Curtain airbag system .................. 56
Curve lighting.............................. 136
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............136
Declaration of conformity ............287
DEF ............................................ 161
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................161
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......226
Diesel particle filter .............112, 160
Door open .................................. 114
Door panel storage .......................65
Doors ............................................ 25
Driver assistance systems ..........174
Driver Information Centre ...........115Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 213
Driving hints ................................ 154
E Electric adjustment ......................29
Electrical system......................... 235
Electric parking brake .........110, 169
Electric parking brake fault .........110
Electronic climate control system 147
Electronic driving programmes ..166
Electronic Stability Control.......... 172
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........112
Electronic Stability Control off..... 112
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......219
Engine compartment fuse box ...237
Engine coolant ........................... 222
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 104
Engine data ............................... 273
Engine exhaust .......................... 160
Engine identification ...................269
Engine oil ................... 220, 266, 270
Engine oil pressure ....................113
Entry lighting .............................. 143
Event data recorders ..................289
Exit lighting ................................ 143
Exterior care .............................. 261
Exterior light ............................... 113Exterior lighting ....................13, 133
Exterior mirrors ............................. 29
F
Fault ........................................... 166
First aid kit ................................... 90
Fixed air vents ........................... 152
Flex-Fix system ............................ 68
Fog light ..................................... 114
Fog lights ................................... 230
Folding mirrors ............................. 29
Folding tray .................................. 90
Following distance indication ......187
Forward collision alert................. 184
Front airbag system .....................54
Front fog lights ........................... 140
Front seats.................................... 38
Front storage ................................ 65
Fuel............................................. 204
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 212
Fuel for diesel engines ..............204
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......205
Fuel for natural gas operation ...204
Fuel for petrol engines ...............204
Fuel gauge ................................. 103
Fuel selector .............................. 103
Fuses ......................................... 235

295
Oil, engine.................. 220, 266, 270
Operate pedal ............................. 110
Outside temperature ....................98
Overhead console .......................65
Overrun cut-off ........................... 156
P Parking ................................ 18, 159
Parking assist ............................ 190
Parking brake ............................ 169
Parking lights ............................. 141
Particulate filter ........................... 160
Performance .............................. 277
Performing work ........................219
Pollen filter ................................. 153
Power outlets ............................. 100
Power seat adjustment ................41
Power steering............................ 111
Power steering fluid ....................222
Power windows ............................ 31
Preheating ................................. 112
Puncture ..................................... 251
Q Quickheat ................................... 151
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 290
Radio remote control ...................21Reading lights ............................ 143
Rear carrier system ......................68
Rear floor storage cover ..............81
Rear fog light ............................. 114
Rear fog lights ........................... 141
Rear seats .................................... 44
Rear storage ................................. 79
Rear view camera ...................... 198
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 98
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 266, 270
Reduced engine power ..............113
Refuelling ................................... 207 Retained power off .....................155
Reversing lights .........................141
Ride control system ....................171
Roller blinds ................................. 33
Roof .............................................. 34
Roof load ...................................... 92
Roof rack ..................................... 91
S Safety net .................................... 88
Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 38
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .....................108
Seat belts ..................................... 50 Seat position ................................ 38
Second row seats ........................44
Selective catalytic reduction .......161Selector lever ............................. 164
Service ............................... 153, 265
Service display .......................... 105
Service information ....................265
Service vehicle soon .................. 110
Side airbag system ......................55
Side blind spot alert ....................196
Sidelights .................................... 133
Side turn signal lights ................234
Spare wheel ............................... 254
Speed limiter............................... 176
Speedometer ............................. 102
Starting and operating ................155
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ....................155
Steering ...................................... 154
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 94
Steering wheel controls ...............94
Stop-start system........................ 157
Storage ......................................... 63
Storage compartment ...................63
Storage compartments .................63
Sunvisor lights ........................... 143
Sun visors .................................... 33
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ............................... 103
Tail lights ................................... 231
Third row seats ............................ 48