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In brief15Climate controlHeated rear window, heatedexterior mirrors
The heating is operated by pressing
the Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 31.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
Air conditioning system
Set the temperature control to
warmest level.
Set fan speed to highest level.
Set air distribution control to V.
Cooling n on.
Heated rear window Ü on.
Electronic climate control system
Press button Ê.
Temperature and air distribution are
set automatically and the fan runs at
a high speed.
To return to automatic mode: press
button n or AUTO .
Climate control system 3 96,
Electronic climate control system 3 98.
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In brief17
Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position MAR
■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ operate clutch and brake
■ manual transmission automated: operate brake, the transmission
automatically shifts to N (neutral)
■ do not operate accelerator pedal
■ diesel engines: turn the key to position MAR for preheating and
wait until control indicator ! goes
out
■ turn key to position AVV and
release
Starting the engine 3 103.Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
■ Depress the clutch pedal
■ set the lever in neutral
■ release the clutch pedal
An Autostop is indicated when ^ is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 80.
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 105.
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28Keys, doors and windowsFolding
For pedestrian safety, the exterior
mirrors will swing out of their normal
mounting position if they are struck
with sufficient force. Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure tothe mirror housing.
Parking position
The exterior mirrors can be folded in
by pressing gently on the outer edge
of the housing, e.g. when in a
confined parking situation.
Heated mirrors
Operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Interior mirrors
Manual anti-dazzle
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing.
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Keys, doors and windows31Rear windows
Opening rear windows
To open, move lever outwards until
the window is fully open.
To close, pull lever then push until
window is fully closed.
Heated rear window
Operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Sun visors The sun visors can be folded down orswivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed
when driving.
A ticket holder is located on the
backside of the sun visor.
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Seats, restraints35
Seat height
Lever pumping motion
up=higherdown=lower
Operate lever and adjust body weight
on seat to raise or lower it.
Armrest
Raise or lower the armrest as
required.
Heating
Activate seat heating by pressing
button ß for the respective front seat
with the ignition on. Activation is
indicated by the LED in the button.
Pressing button ß once more
deactivates seat heating.
Prolonged use for people with
sensitive skin is not recommended.
Seat heating is operational when
engine is running and during an
Autostop. Stop-start system 3 105.
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Instruments and controls77
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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96Climate controlClimate controlClimate control systems ............... 96
Air vents ..................................... 100
Maintenance .............................. 101Climate control systems
Heating and ventilation
system
Controls for: ■ Temperature
■ Fan speed
■ Air distribution
Heated rear window Ü 3 31.
Temperature
red=warmblue=coldHeating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Fan speed Adjust the air flow by switching the fan
to the desired speed.
Air distributionM=to head areaL=to head area and foot wellK=to foot wellJ=to windscreen, front door
windows and foot wellV=to windscreen and front door
windows
Intermediate settings are possible.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows ■ Set temperature control to warmest
level.
■ Set fan speed to highest level.
■ Set air distribution control to V.
■ Switch on heated rear window Ü.
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Climate control97
■Open side air vents as required and
direct them towards door windows.
■ For simultaneous warming of the foot well, set air distribution control
to J.
Air conditioning system
Additional to the heating and
ventilation system, the air
conditioning system has controls for:
n=cooling4=air recirculation
Heated front seats ß 3 35.
Cooling n
Press button n to switch on cooling.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button. Cooling is only functional
when the engine is running and
climate control fan is switched on.
Press button n again to switch off
cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) the air when
outside temperature is above a
specific level. Therefore
condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch the cooling system off to save
fuel.
Air recirculation system
Press button 4 to activate air
recirculation mode. Activation is
indicated by the LED in the button.
Press button 4 again to deactivate
air recirculation mode.9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up. The quality
of the passenger compartment air
deteriorates, which may cause the vehicle occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air
conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside, when cold air is
directed towards it. If windscreen
mists up from outside, activate
windscreen wiper and deactivate V.
Maximum cooling
Briefly open the windows so that hot air can disperse quickly.
■ Cooling n on.
■ Air recirculation system 4 on.
■ Set air distribution control to M.
■ Set temperature control to coldest level.