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14In briefWasher and wiper systems
Windscreen wiperHI=fastLO=slowINT=interval wiping
or
automatic wiping with rain
sensorOFF=off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 1x.
Windscreen wiper 3 73, Wiper
blade replacement 3 159.Windscreen washer
Pull lever.
Windscreen washer system 3 73,
Washer fluid 3 156.
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In brief15
Rear window wiper
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper switch=continuous
operationlower switch=intermittent
operationmiddle position=offRear window washer
Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
window and the wiper wipes a few
times.
Rear window wiper/washer 3 74.
Climate control
Heated rear window
The heating is operated by pressing
the Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 30.
Heated exterior mirrors
Pressing the Ü button also activates
the heated exterior mirrors.
Heated exterior mirror 3 27.
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74Instruments and controls
Adjustable sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity:
low sensitivity=turn adjuster
wheel downwardshigh sensitivity=turn adjuster
wheel upwards
Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt
and ice.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Rear window wiper/washer
Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:
upper position=continuous
operationlower position=intermittent
operationmiddle position=off
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Instruments and controls75
Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the rear window and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Do not use if the rear window is
frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically when the windscreen
wiper is switched on and reverse gear
is engaged.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the menu Settings in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 99.
Outside temperature
A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay. Temperatures
below 3 °C are displayed flashing.
Illustration shows Graphic-Info-
Display.
Illustration shows Colour-Info-
Display.
Uplevel-Display
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152Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................152
Vehicle checks ........................... 153
Bulb replacement .......................159
Electrical system ........................168
Vehicle tools .............................. 173
Wheels and tyres .......................175
Jump starting ............................. 193
Towing ....................................... 194
Appearance care .......................197General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We recommend the use of genuine parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e.g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
■ Fill up fuel tank completely.
■ Change the engine oil.
■ Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the coolant antifreeze and corrosion protection.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park the vehicle in a dry, well ventilated place. Engage first orreverse gear. Prevent the vehiclefrom rolling.
■ Do not apply the parking brake.
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■ Open the bonnet, close all doorsand lock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are
not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronics of the
power windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the engine oil level.
■ Check the coolant level.
■ Fit the number plate if necessary.End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website. Only entrust this work to an
authorised recycling centre.
Gas vehicles must be recycled by a
service centre authorised for gas
vehicles.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
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156Vehicle care
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up use a 1:1 mixture of
released coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have
the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of windscreen
washer fluid which contains
antifreeze.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Brakes
In the event of minimum thickness ofthe brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake lining replaced as
soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake fluid
9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
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Information displays...................... 89
Instrument cluster ........................79
Instrument panel fuse box .........171
Instrument panel illumination .....168
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 107
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 199
Interior lighting ............................ 107
Interior lights ...................... 107, 168
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....51
J Jump starting ............................. 193
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 67
Light switch ................................ 103
Load compartment ................24, 63
Load compartment cover .............65
Loading information .....................69
Low fuel ....................................... 88M
Malfunction indicator light ............85
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual transmission .................. 127
Memorised settings ......................21
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................107
N
New vehicle running-in ..............121
Number plate light .....................167
O Object detection systems ...........135
Odometer ..................................... 79
Oil, engine .......................... 202, 206
Operate pedal ............................... 86
Outside temperature ....................75
Overrun cut-off ........................... 123
P
Parking ................................ 17, 125
Parking assist ............................ 135
Parking brake ............................ 128
Parking lights ............................. 106
Performance .............................. 210
Performing work ........................153
Pollen filter ................................. 119
Power outlets ............................... 78
Power steering.............................. 87Power windows ............................ 28
Puncture ..................................... 185
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 217
Radio remote control ...................20
Rear carrier system ......................54
Rear floor storage cover ..............66
Rear fog light ............................... 88
Rear fog lights ........................... 106
Rear storage ................................. 64
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 74 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 202, 206
Refuelling ................................... 148 Retained power off .....................122
Reversing lights .........................107
Ride control systems ..................129
Roof load ...................................... 69
Roof rack ..................................... 69
S Safety belts ................................... 36
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 34
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................84
Seat belts ..................................... 36
Seat folding .................................. 35
Seat position ................................ 33