74Instruments and controls9Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
To deactivate the seat belt reminder,
consult a workshop. Reactivation of the warning chime for seat belt
reminder can be done via the Driver
Information Centre 3 80.
Notice
The volume of the warning chime
can also be adjusted via the Driver
Information Centre 3 80.
Airbag 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 38, 3 41.
Airbag deactivation
* illuminates yellow.
With the front passenger airbag
activated:
When the ignition is switched on, *
illuminates for approx. 4 seconds,
flashes for another 4 seconds and
then extinguishes.
With the front passenger airbag
deactivated:
* permanently illuminates yellow.
Airbag deactivation 3 45.9 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.
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Illuminates when the engine is
running Stop, switch off engine. 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 is running Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Brake system R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake fluid level is too
low 3 131.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates if the brake vacuum servo
fails; the brake pedal becomes stiff
when pressed. The brake system
remains operational however,
assistance will be reduced. The
steering may also require
considerably more effort when
turning.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 114.
Brake pad wear F illuminates yellow.
The front brake pads are worn, seek
the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Antilock brake system
(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a
fault in the ABS. The brake system
remains operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 113.
76Instruments and controlsTransmission
s illuminates red.
Illuminates when a fault is present in
the transmission.
A warning message may also appear
in the Driver Information Centre
3 80 in conjunction with a warning
chime.
Continued driving is possible,
provided the vehicle is driven with
care and anticipation.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop as soon as possible.
Manual transmission automated
3 110.
Upshift [ or Ò illuminates in the Driver
Information Centre 3 80 when
gearshifting is recommended to
improve fuel economy.
Hill start assist Z illuminates yellow.Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a
fault in the Hill start assist. Seek the
assistance of a workshop to have the
fault remedied.
The Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) control indicator x may also
illuminate 3 76 in conjunction with
Z .
Depending on model variant, 9 will
illuminate as an alternative if control
indicator Z is not present.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 80.
Generic warning 9 3 73.
Hill start assist 3 115.
Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
orFault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
or
Interference due to external sources
of ultrasound. Once the source of interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if control indicator r
is not present. Depending on version,
a warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 80.
Generic warning 9 3 73.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 118.
Electronic Stability
Program
R illuminates or flashes yellow.
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FlashesThe system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
3 116, Traction control system/Anti-
Slip Regulator (ASR) 3 115.
Engine coolant
temperature
$ illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
If control indicator $ illuminates, the
coolant temperature is too high.
Depending on version, a warningmessage may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 80.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.Caution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
the ignition. Danger to engine.
Check coolant level.
If the control indicator remains on, seek the assistance of your
workshop.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
3 70.
Preheating ! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature
is low.
Diesel particle filter
% illuminates yellow.
The diesel particle filter requires
cleaning.
Continue driving until %
extinguishes. If possible, do not allow engine speed to drop below
2000 rpm.
Illuminates The diesel particle filter is full. Start
cleaning process as soon as
possible.
Diesel particle filter 3 108, Stop-start
system 3 105.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately and check tyre pressure.
Control indicator w illuminates
together with a warning chime and, in
vehicles with Multifunction version of
the Driver Information Centre, a
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corresponding message also
appears when a puncture or severely
under-inflated tyre is detected.
Flashes
Fault in system. After a delay the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Control indicator w illuminates and
(depending on version) a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre when a tyre without a pressure sensor ismounted (e.g. spare wheel).
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 145.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear (or move selector lever to N).
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle isstationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 128.
Change engine oil Diesel engines with dieselparticle filter
I flashes red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
The engine oil life monitor lets you know when to change the oil. Control
indicator I will flash to indicate that
engine oil life has been diminished
and the oil needs changing.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 80.
Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably.
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Depending on model variant, I may
flash in the following ways:
■ for 1 minute every 2 hours, or
■ for 3 minute cycles with I off for
intervals of 5 seconds.
The warning will be repeated every
time the engine is started, until the engine oil is changed and the service
display is reset. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
Service display 3 70.
Low engine oil level S illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, the engine
oil level is insufficient.
Check oil level before seeking the assistance of a workshop 3 128.Low fuel
$ illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
Illuminates Level in fuel tank is too low. Refuel
immediately 3 121.
Never run the tank dry. Catalytic converter 3 108.
Flashes
Fault in fuel system.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Fuel gauge 3 68.
Drain fuel filter
U illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and goes out shortly after
the engine starts.Illuminates when the engine is
running
Indicates the presence of water in the
diesel. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Immobiliser d illuminates yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Stop-start system
Æ illuminates yellow.
A fault is present in the system.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if control indicator Æ is
not present. Depending on version, a warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 80.
Generic warning 9 3 73.
Stop-start system 3 105.
80Instruments and controlsExterior light8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 89.
Exterior light failure
µ illuminates yellow.
One or more of the exterior lights is
faulty 3 133.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if control indicator µ is
not present. Depending on version, a warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 80.
Generic warning 9 3 73.
High beam C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and
during headlight flash 3 89.
Fog light > illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 91.Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 92.
Cruise control
m illuminates green.
The system is on.
Cruise control 3 117.
Door open
( illuminates red.
A door or the tailgate is open.Information displays
Driver Information Centre
The Driver Information Centre is
located in the instrument cluster
between the speedometer and
tachometer. Two versions are
available; a Standard version
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Press the R button to scroll up the
screen and the menu options or to
increase the displayed value. Press
and hold to increase value rapidly
(press again to stop on the required
value).
Press the S button to scroll down the
screen and the menu options or to
decrease the displayed value. Press
and hold to decrease value rapidly (press again to stop on the requiredvalue).
Settings menu options -
Standard version The settings menu contains the
following options:
■ ILLU
■ SPEEd
■ HOUR
■ UNIT
■ bUZZ
■ BAG P
■ DRL
ILLU (Brightness of interior lighting)
When driving at night with the low
beam on, adjust the brightness of the
vehicle's interior lighting (e.g.
instrument panel, climate control display).
SPEEd (Speed limit warning chime)
Activate or deactivate the speed limit
warning chime or change the speed
limit. Speeds between 20 and
125 mph can be stored.
When activated, the driver is alerted
with a warning chime when the set
speed limit is exceeded.After accessing this menu option,
activate or deactivate the function
(set to On or Off) and confirm.
Press the SETq button when
activated ( On) to access the current
set speed. Adjust as required and
confirm.
Warning chimes 3 86.
HOUR (Setting the clock)
Adjust the hours setting (flashing
value) and confirm. Adjust minutes
setting (flashing value) and confirm.
Clock 3 64.
UNIT (Unit of measurement)
Set the unit of measurement to km or
miles .
bUZZ (Warning chime volume)
Adjust the volume of warning chimes
and confirm. 8 volume levels are
available.
A chime is also sounded every time
the SET q, R or S button is pressed.
Warning chimes 3 86.