Table of Contents
Board literature4
Notes
5
Structure and more information about the
Owner's Manual
6
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
8
General information
8
Correct and safe seated position
8
Seat belts
11
Using seat belts
11
Inertia reels and belt tensioners
14
Airbag system
15
Description of the airbag system
15
Airbag overview
16
Deactivating airbags
19
Transporting children safely
21
Child seat
21
Fastening systems
23
Using the system
Cockpit
27
Overview
26
Instruments and Indicator Lights
28
Instrument cluster
28
Warning lights
32
Information system
39
Driver information system
39
Multifunction display (MFD)
41
MAXI DOT display
43Service interval display48SmartGate49
Unlocking and opening
52
Unlocking and locking
52
Anti-theft alarm system
56
Luggage compartment lid
57
Window operations
58
Panorama sliding/tilting roof
61
Lights and visibility
64
Lights
64
Interior lights
69
Visibility
70
Windscreen wipers and washers
71
Rear mirror
73
Seats and head restraints
75
Front seat
75
Front seat functions
78
Head restraints
79
Rear seats
80
Transporting and practical equipment
83
Useful equipment
83
Multimedia holder
95
Luggage compartment and transport of
cargo
96
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate)
102
Roof rack
103
Heating and ventilation
104
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic
104
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation)
109Driving
Starting-off and Driving113
Starting and stopping the engine using the
key
113
Starting and stopping the engine at the push
of the button
115
START-STOPsystem
117
Brakes and parking
119
Manual gear changing and pedals
121
Automatic transmission
122
Running-in and economical driving
124
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
125
Assist systems
127
General information
127
Braking and stabilisation systems
127
OFF ROAD-mode
129
Parking assistance (ParkPilot)
131
Rear View Camera
133
Park Assist
135
Speed control system
138
Fatigue detection
139
Tyre pressure monitoring
140
Hitch and trailer
141
Hitch
141
Trailer
146
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
149
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
149
Washing vehicle
152
Cleaning vehicle exterior
153
Interior care
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Inspecting and replenishing160Fuel160
AdBlue®
and its refilling
163
Engine compartment
165
Engine oil
168
Coolant
169
Brake fluid
171
Vehicle battery
172
Wheels
176
Tyres and wheel rims
176
Winter operation
180
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
181
Emergency equipment
181
Changing a wheel
182
Puncture repair kit
186
Jump-starting
189
Towing the vehicle
190
Remote control and removable light
192
Emergency unlocking/locking
194
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
195
Fuses and light bulbs
196
Fuses
196
Bulbs
199
Technical data
Technical data
204
Basic vehicle data
204
Vehicle-specific data depending on the
engine
210
Index
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteA2DPa Bluetooth software profile for a one-way transfer of audio
dataABSAnti-lock brake systemAFMulti-purpose vehiclesAFSAdaptive headlightsAGAutomatic gearboxAGMVehicle battery typeAPNAn access point name for the Wi-Fi connectionTCSTraction controlCO 2Carbon dioxideCOCDeclaration of conformityDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRActive driver-steering recommendationEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlRDRim depthEUEuropean UnionGSMGlobal system for mobile communicationsHBAHydraulic brake assistHFPConnection of a mobile device by means of its Bluetooth ®
profileHHCUphill start assistKESSYkeyless unlocking, starting and lockingkWKilowatt, measuring unit for outputMDIInputs for connecting external devicesMFDMultifunction displayAbbreviationDefinitionMGManual gearboxMPIGasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injectionN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNiMHNickel metal hydrideNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberrSAPa Bluetooth ®
software profile for the remote transmission
of the SIM dataSCRDiesel engine for which the AdBlue ®
solution is requiredSIM carda card for the identification of the mobile network operatorSSPConnect two devices using Bluetooth ®
profileTDI CRDiesel engine with turbo-charging and common rail injection
systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbo charging and direct injectionUMTSthe next generation of the GSM network (3G)VINVehicle identification numberWWatt, unit of powerWi-Fiwireless data networkWLANwireless connection of electronic devices for data transfer
(WiFi)WPSwireless connection of devices for electronic data transfer
(WiFi) using an automatically generated key7Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before setting off
8
Driving safety
8
In this section of the instructions you will find important information, tips and
notes on the subject of passive safety.
We have combined everything here which you should be familiar with, for ex-
ample, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of children and anything similar.
You can find further information on safety concerning you and those travelling
with you in the following chapters of this owner's manual.
The complete on-board literature should therefore always be in the vehicle. This applies in particular, if you rent out or sell the vehicle.
Before setting off
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
▶ Ensure that the lighting and the turn signal system are functioning properly.
▶ Ensure that the function of the wipers and the condition of the wiper blades
are free of any defects.
▶ Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
▶ Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed.
▶ Ensure that the mirrors are not covered.
▶ Check the tyre inflation pressure.
▶ Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
▶ Secure all items of luggage.
▶ Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the
vehicle.
▶ Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
▶ Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
▶
Protect children in suitable child seats with correctly fastened seat belts
» page 21 , Transporting children safely .
▶ Adopt the correct seated position » page 8, Correct and safe seated posi-
tion . Tell your passengers to assume the correct seated position.
Driving safety
The driver is fully responsible for himself and passengers, especially children. If
your driving safety is effected, you place yourself and the oncoming traffic at
risk.
The following guidelines must therefore be observed. ▶ Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g. by
your passengers or mobile phone calls).
▶ Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, al-
cohol or drugs).
▶ Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
▶ Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
▶ Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).
The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death. ▶ Do not lean against the dash panel.
▶ Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death. ▶ Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.
▶ Do not sit facing to the side.
▶ Do not lean out of the window.
▶ Do not put your limbs out of the window.
▶ Do not put your feet on the seat cushion.
Correct and safe seated position
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Correct seat position of the driver
9
Adjusting the steering wheel position
9
Correct seated position for the front passenger
10
Correct seated position for the passengers in the rear seats
10
8Safety
The following airbags will be deployed in the event of a severe side collision.
▶ Front side airbag on the side of the accident.
▶ Rear side airbag on the side of the accident.
▶ Head airbags on the side of the accident.
When an airbag is deployed, the following events occur. ▶ The interior light comes on (if the automatic operation of the interior light is
switched on - switch
).
▶ The hazard warning lights are switched on.
▶ All doors are unlocked.
▶ The fuel supply to the engine is interrupted.
When there is no air bag deployment?
With minor frontal and side collisions, rear collision, overturning of the vehicle
or vehicle roll-over there is no airbag deployment.
Airbag overview
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front airbags
16
Driver’s knee airbag
17
Side airbags
18
Head airbags
19
Front airbags
Fig. 8
Locations of the airbags / gas filled airbags
Fig. 9
Safe distance to steering wheel
In the event of a severe frontal collision, the front airbags offer additional pro-
tection for the head and chest area of the driver and front passenger.
The driver's front airbag is located in the steering wheel, the front passenger airbag is located in the instrument panel above the glove compartment » Fig. 8
- .
The airbags inflate in front of the driver and front passenger when they are
deployed » Fig. 8 -
. The forward movement of the driver and of the front
passenger is cushioned when they make contact with the fully inflated airbag
and the risk of injury to head and chest is thus reduced.
WARNINGInformation on correct seating position■It is important that the driver and front passenger maintain a distance of
at least 25 cm to the steering wheel or dashboard A
» Fig. 9 . Not maintain-
ing this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able
to properly protect you - hazard! The front seats and the head restraints
must always also be correctly adjusted to match the body size of the occu-
pant.
■
The airbag develops enormous forces when triggered, which can lead to
injuries if the sitting position or seated position is not correct.
■
There must not by any further persons, animals or objects positioned be-
tween the front seated occupants and the deployment area of the airbag.
16Safety
Instruments and Indicator Lights
Instrument cluster
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Overview
28
Revolutions counter
29
Coolant temperature gauge
29
Display
29
Fuel gauge
30
Counter for distance driven
30
Setting the time
30
Display of the second speedometer
31
Auto Check Control
31
The instrument cluster gives the driver basic information such as the current
speed, engine speed, the state of some vehicle systems and the like.
If there is a fault in the instrument cluster, the Error message will appear in
the display.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGConcentrate fully at all times on your driving! As the driver, you are fully re-
sponsible for road safety.OverviewFig. 22
Instrument cluster
Read and observe
on page 28 first.
Engine revolutions counter » page 29
▶ with warning lights » page 32
Speedometer
▶ with warning lights » page 32
Button for display mode:
▶ Time settings » page 30
▶ Switching the display for the second speedometer on/off 1)
» page 31
▶ Service intervals - Display of the number of days and kilometres remain-
ing until the next service 1)
» page 48
Coolant temperature gauge » page 29
Display » page 29
Fuel gauge » page 30
Button for: ▶ Reset counter for distance travelled (trip) » page 30
▶ Setting the time
▶ Enable / disable the mode selected by means of the
3
key
12345671)
Applies to vehicles with a segment display.
28Using the system
Revolutions counterRead and observe
on page 28 first.
The tachometer
1
» Fig. 22 on page 28 shows the actual engine speed per
minute.
The beginning of the tachometer red scale range indicates the maximum per-
mitted speed for an engine that has been driven-in and has reached operating
temperature.
You should shift into the next highest gear before the red scale of the revolu-
tion counter is reached, or select mode D on the automatic gearbox.
The gear recommendation is important to note in order to maintain the opti-
mum engine speed » page 40.
CAUTION
The pointer of the tachometer must reach the red area for only a short time -
there is a risk of engine damage!
Coolant temperature gauge
Fig. 23
Coolant temperature gauge
Read and observe on page 28 first.
The display » Fig. 23 provides information on the engine coolant temperature.
The display only works if the ignition is switched on.
Cold range
If the pointer is still in the left area of the scale, this indicates that the engine
has not yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid high speeds, full throttle
and high engine loads. This prevents possible damage to the engine.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer
moves into the middle of the scale A
» Fig. 23 .
High temperature range
If the pointer reaches the red area of the scale, the coolant temperature is too
high.
CAUTION
■ Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Display
Fig. 24
Display types
Read and observe on page 28 first.
Display types » Fig. 24
MAXI DOT display
Segment display
The following information will be displayed.
▶ Distance travelled » page 30
▶ Time » page 30
▶ Information system data » page 39
▶ Warning lights » page 31, Auto Check Control
CAUTION
Pull out the ignition key if coming in contact with the display (e.g. when clean-
ing) to prevent any possible damage. On vehicles with the KESSY system,
switch off the ignition and open the driver's door.29Instruments and Indicator Lights
Display of the second speedometerRead and observe
on page 28 first.
The display can show the current speed in mph 1)
.
This feature is provided for driving in countries with different speed units.
MAXI DOT display
The display of the second speedometer can be set in the
Alt. speed dis.
menu
item » page 47 , Menu item
Settings
.
Segment display
›
Press key
3
» Fig. 22 on page 28 repeatedly, until the odometer display
flashes » page 30 .
›
Press the
7
key while the display flashes.
The second speedometer is displayed instead of the odometer.
The display of the second speedometer is switched off in the same manner as
it is switched on.
Auto Check Control
Read and observe
on page 28 first.
Vehicle condition
Certain functions of vehicle systems are checked continuously when the igni- tion is switched on.
Some error messages and other information are displayed in the MAXI DOT
display. The messages are displayed simultaneously with the warning lights in
the MAXI DOT display or with the warning lights in the instrument cluster
» page 32 , Warning lights .
The menu item
Vehicle status
is shown in the main menu of the MAXI DOT dis-
play whenever at least one fault message exists. After selecting this menu,
the first of the error messages is displayed.
Several error messages are shown on the display under the message e.g. 1/3.
This indicates that the first of a total of three error messages is being dis-
played.
Warning lights in the MAXI DOT displayEngine oil pressure too low» page 34Check engine oil level
Engine oil sensor defective» page 169Engine-speed limitation» page 31Water in fuel filter (diesel engine).» page 31Automatic gearbox DSG overheated» page 31AdBlue ®
level too low» page 31
Engine-speed limitation
The information about the maximum permissible engine speed is displayed to-
gether with this warning light.
Do not exceed the indicated maximum engine speed!
Have the vehicle checked by a specialist garage.
Water in the fuel filter (diesel engine)
The fuel filter with water separator, filters out dirt and water from the fuel.
If too much water is present in the separator, the following information ap-
pears on the instrument cluster display.
Water in fuel filter. Owner´s manual!FUEL FILTER SEE MANUAL
Seek help from a specialist garage.
Automatic gearbox DSG overheated
Gearbox overheated. Stop! Owner´s manual!
▶
Do not continue to drive! Stop the vehicle and turn off the engine.
You can continue your journey as soon as the warning light disappears.
AdBlue ®
level too low
The warning light is only shown in the MAXI DOTdisplay.
1)
For models with the speedometer in mph, the second speedometer is displayed in km/h.
31Instruments and Indicator Lights