110Driving and operatingManual transmission
automated
The manual transmission automated (MTA) permits manual (manual
mode) or automatic gear shifting
(automatic mode), both with
automatic clutch control.
Transmission display
Shows the mode and current gear.
Starting the engine Depress the foot brake when starting
the engine.
If the foot brake is not depressed, a
warning message appears in the
Driver Information Centre together
with a warning chime 3 86 and the
engine cannot be started.
Notice
The volume of the warning chime can also be adjusted via the Driver
Information Centre 3 80.
When the foot brake is depressed, the
transmission automatically shifts to
N (neutral) and the engine can be
started. There may be a slight delay.
Autostop
During an Autostop, if the gearshift
lever is in position N, select another
gear, otherwise release the brake
pedal or move the lever to +, – or R to
enable an automatic restart of the
engine.
Stop-start system 3 105.Selector lever
Always move the selector lever in the
appropriate direction as far as it will
go.
After selecting A/M, + or - and
releasing the selector lever, the lever
automatically returns to the centre
position.
N=Neutral.o=Drive position.A/M=Switch between automatic and manual mode.
The transmission display
shows AUTO when in
automatic mode.
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R=Reverse gear.
Engage only when vehicle is
stationary. The transmission
display shows "R" when
reverse gear is engaged.+=Shift to a higher gear.-=Shift to a lower gear.
Starting-off
When the engine is started, depress
the foot brake and move the selector
lever towards + to engage first gear.
Shift to a higher or lower gear by
moving selector lever to + or -.
Gears can be skipped by moving the selector lever repeatedly at short
intervals.
The driver will be alerted to an
incorrect gear selection by an audible warning chime in conjunction with a
message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 80. The system will
downshift, selecting the most
appropriate gear automatically.
If R is selected, reverse gear is
engaged. The vehicle starts to move
when the foot brake is released. To
start off quickly, release the foot brake
and accelerate immediately after
engaging a gear.
Move the selector lever towards A/M
to engage automatic mode; the
transmission shifts to other gears
automatically, dependent on driving
conditions.
To engage manual mode, move the
selector lever towards A/M. The
current gear will appear in the
transmission display.
Stopping the vehicle
In automatic or manual mode,
first gear is engaged and the clutch is
released when the vehicle is stopped. In R, reverse gear remains engaged.
When stopping on gradients, engage parking brake or depress the foot
brake. To prevent overheating of the
clutch, an intermittent audible
warning chime may sound as a signal
to depress the foot brake or apply the
parking brake.
Switch off engine if stopping for a
lengthy period, e.g. in traffic jams.When the vehicle is parked and the
driver's door is opened, a warning
chime will sound if neutral is not
selected or the foot brake has not
been depressed.
Engine braking Automatic mode
When driving downhill, the manual
transmission automated does not
shift into higher gears until a fairly
high engine speed has been reached.
It shifts down in good time when
braking.
Manual mode
To utilise the engine braking effect, select a lower gear in good time when driving downhill.
Driving and operating115Hill start assistThe system helps prevent unintendedmovement when driving away on
inclines.
When releasing the foot brake after
stopping on an incline, the brakes
remain on for a further two seconds.
The brakes release automatically as
soon as the vehicle begins to
accelerate.
If control indicator Z illuminates
while driving, there is a fault in the Hill
start assist 3 76 . Seek the assistance
of a workshop to have the fault
remedied.
The Hill start assist is not active
during an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 105.Ride control systems
Traction Control system The Anti-Slip Regulator (ASR) is a
component of the Electronic Stability
Program (ESP).
ASR improves driving stability when
necessary, regardless of the type of
road surface or tyre grip, by
preventing the drive wheels from
spinning.
As soon as the drive wheels starts to spin, engine output is reduced and
the wheel spinning the most is braked
individually. This considerably
improves the driving stability of the
vehicle on slippery road surfaces.
ASR is operational as soon as the
control indicator R extinguishes.
When ASR is active, control indicator
R flashes.9 Warning
Do not let this special safety
feature tempt you into taking risks
when driving.
Adapt speed to the road
conditions.
Deactivation
ASR can be switched off when
spinning of drive wheels is required:
press button ASR OFF briefly.
128Vehicle care9Danger
The ignition system use extremely
high voltage. Do not touch.
Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
Push the safety catch and open the
bonnet.
Secure the bonnet support.
If the bonnet is opened during an
Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Stop-start system 3 105.
Closing Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop
into the catch. Check that the bonnet
is engaged.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually
on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine. Ensure that the correct specification of oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants
3 162.
Low engine oil level control indicator
S 3 79.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
out and read the engine oil level.
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The anti-theft alarm siren must bedeactivated as follows: Switch theignition on then off, disconnect the
vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.
Vehicle battery discharge protection
3 95.
Replacing the vehicle battery Notice
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this paragraph may lead to
a temporary deactivation of the stop-
start system.
In vehicles with stop-start system, ensure the correct battery is used
when replacing the battery. We
recommend that you have the battery
replaced by a workshop.
Stop-start system 3 105.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.6
volts when using a battery
charger. Otherwise the battery
might be damaged.
Jump starting 3 155.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols: ■ No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
■ Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
■ Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.
■ The vehicle battery containssulphuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn injuries.
■ See the Owner's Manual for further
information.
■ Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Wiper blade replacement
Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the
raised position, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Vehicle care141Engine compartment fuse
box
The fuse box is on the right of the
engine compartment, next to the
battery.
To remove the protective cover and
access the fuses, remove the two
screws (see illustration).
No.CircuitF09Rear door switchF10HornF14High beamF15PTCI heaterF19Air conditioning systemF20Heated rear windowF21Fuel pumpF30Fog lightsF84CNG systemF85Power outletsF86Cigarette lighter, heated seatsF87Stop-start systemF88Mirror heating
After having changed defective fuses
refit the fuse box cover.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunction may occur.
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3. Connect the black lead to thenegative terminal of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point,
such as the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect as far away from the discharged
battery as possible, however at
least 60 cm.
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump.
2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of 1 minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads
connected.4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.Towing
Towing the vehicle
Release the cap by carefully lifting
with a screwdriver. To prevent
damage, it is recommended to place
a cloth between the screwdriver and
the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 143.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
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Payload......................................... 60
Performance .............................. 168
Performing work ........................127
Pollen filter ................................. 101
Power outlets ............................... 66
Power steering fluid ....................130
Power windows ............................ 29
Preheating ................................... 77
Puncture ..................................... 150
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 174
Radio info ..................................... 80
Radio remote control ...................20
Rear doors ................................... 23
Rear fog light ............................... 80
Rear fog lights ............................. 92
Rear parcel shelf .......................... 56
Rear seats ............................. 36, 55
Rear storage ................................. 55
Rear windows .............................. 31
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 64
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 162, 165
Refuelling ................................... 121
Reversing lights ........................... 92
Ride control systems ..........115, 116
Roof bars ...................................... 55
Roof load ...................................... 60Roof rack ..................................... 59
Roof racks .................................... 60
S Safety belts ................................... 38
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 33
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................73
Seat belt reminder warning chime 80
Seat belts ..................................... 38
Seat position ................................ 33
Selector lever ............................. 110
Service ............................... 101, 161
Service display ......................70, 80
Service information ....................161
Settings menu............................... 80
Side airbag system ......................45
Sidelights ...................................... 89
Side turn signal lights ................137
Sliding door .................................. 23
Sliding side door ........................... 23
Spare wheel ............................... 152
Speed limit warning chime............ 80
Speedometer ............................... 67
Standard display ........................... 80
Starting and operating ................103
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ............103, 110
Steering ...................................... 102
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 62Steering wheel controls ...............62
Stop-start system.................. 79, 105
Storage ......................................... 53
Storage compartments .................53
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 68
Tailgate ......................................... 25
Tail lights ................................... 136
Temperature ................................. 80
Three-point seat belt .................... 39 Tools .......................................... 143
Top-tether fastening eyes ............52
Towing ................................ 124, 156
Towing another vehicle .............157
Towing the vehicle .....................156
Traction Control system ............. 115
Trailer coupling ........................... 124
Trailer towing ............................. 124
Transmission ......................... 16, 76
Transmission display ...........71, 110
Tread depth ............................... 146
Trip computer ......................... 80, 87
Trip odometer .............................. 68
Turn and lane-change signals .....91
Turn signal ................................... 73
Tyre chains ................................ 147
Tyre designations ......................144