120Instruments and controls
On Midlevel and Uplevel display
press 9 button to confirm a message.
Vehicle and service messages
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ Service messages
■ Fluid levels
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Brakes
■ Drive systems
■ Ride control systems
■ Driver assistance systems
■ Cruise control
■ Speed limiter
■ Adaptive cruise control
■ Forward collision alert
■ Collision imminent braking system
■ Parking assist systems
■ Lighting, bulb replacement
■ Adaptive forward lighting
■ Wiper/washer system
■ Doors, windows
■ Side blind spot alert
■ Traffic sign assistant
■ Lane departure warning
■ Load compartment, boot lid
■ Radio remote control
■ Electronic key system
■ Keyless starting
■ Seat belts
■ Airbag systems
■ Engine and transmission
■ Tyre pressure■ Diesel particle filter
■ Vehicle battery status
Messages in the
Colour-Info-Display Some important messages may
appear additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Press the
multifunction knob to confirm a
message. Some messages only pop
up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes
When starting the engine or
whilst driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding not
fastened seat belts has priority over
any other warning chime.
■ If seat belt is not fastened.
■ If a door or the tailgate is not fully closed when starting off.
■ If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
122Instruments and controls
With active display, press button ;.
Turn button MENU to select Settings
display icon.
Press button MENU to confirm.
The following settings can be
selected by turning and pressing the
multifunction knob:
■ Time and Date
■ Sport Mode
■ Language (Language)
■ Valet Mode
■ Radio
■ Vehicle
■ Bluetooth
■Voice
■ Display
■ Rear Camera
■ Return to Factory Settings
■ Software Information
■ TouchPad
In the corresponding submenus the
following settings can be changed:
Time and Date
See Clock 3 90.
Sport Mode
The driver can select the functions
which will be activated in Sport mode
3 170.
■ Sport Mode Backlighting : Changes
the instrument illumination colour.
■ Engine Sport Performance :
Accelerator pedal and gear change
characteristics become more
responsive.
■ Sport Steering : Steering support is
reduced.■ Sport Suspension : Damping
becomes harder.
■ All Wheel Drive : Engine torque is
distributed to a greater extent to the rear axle.
Language (Language)
Selection of the desired language.
See Infotainment system manual.
Valet Mode
See Infotainment system manual.
Radio
See Infotainment system manual.
Vehicle ■ Climate and Air Quality
Auto Fan Max Speed : Modifies the
level of the cabin airflow of the
climate control in automatic mode.
Air Conditioning Mode : Controls the
state of the cooling compressor
when the vehicle is started. Last
setting (recommended) or at
vehicle start is either always ON or
always OFF.
Auto Demist : Supports windscreen
dehumidification by automatically
140Climate control
Controller and buttons for the
following functions:
■ Temperature TEMP
■ Air distribution l M K
■ Fan speed Z
■ Automatic mode AUTO
■ Cooling A/C
■ Air recirculation 4
■ Demisting and defrosting V
■ System ON/OFF X
Heated rear window Ü 3 41.
Heated front seats ß 3 52.
Ventilated front seats A 3 53.
Heated steering wheel * 3 86.
Indication
Settings of temperature and fan
speed are indicated in the climate
display.
Each change of settings is shown in
the Info-Display for a few seconds.
The electronic climate control system
is only fully operational when the
engine is running.
Climate control system settings are
saved in the key used to lock the vehicle.
Automatic mode AUTO
Basic setting for maximum comfort:
■ Press AUTO, the air distribution
and fan speed are regulated
automatically. Activation is
indicated by the LED in the button.
■ Press A/C to switch on optimal
cooling and demisting. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button.
■ Set temperature by turning controller TEMP. Suggested
comfort setting is 22 °C.
■ Open all air vents to allow optimised air distribution in
automatic mode.
144Climate control
■Automatic mode AUTO
■ Cooling A/C
■ Air recirculation 4
■ Demisting and defrosting V
■ System ON/OFF X
■ Dual zone temperature
synchronisation SYNC
Heated rear window Ü 3 41.
Heated front seats ß 3 52.
Ventilated front seats A 3 53.
Heated steering wheel * 3 86.
IndicationTemperature settings are indicated
for driver and passenger side
separately on the panels.
Each change of settings is shown in
the Info-Display for a few seconds.
The dual automatic climate control
system is only fully operational when
the engine is running.
Climate control system settings are
saved in the key used to lock the vehicle.
Automatic mode AUTOBasic setting for maximum comfort: ■ Press AUTO, the air distribution
and fan speed are regulated
automatically. Activation is
indicated by the LED in the button.
■ Press A/C to switch on optimal
cooling and demisting. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button.
■ Set temperature by touching R or
S on the driver side. Suggested
comfort setting is 22 °C.
Temperature can be set differently
for driver and passenger. Touch R
or S on the passenger side to allow
different temperature zones.
■ Open all air vents to allow optimised air distribution in
automatic mode.
Setting of fan speed regulation in
automatic mode can be changed in the vehicle personalisation menu in
the Colour-Info-Display.
Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle , in the Colour-Info-Display.
Colour-Info-Display 3 117.
Vehicle personalisation 3 121.
Driving and operating153
Ignition on power mode: press and
hold Engine Start/Stop button for
6 seconds without operating clutch or brake pedal. The green LED in the
button illuminates, diesel engine is
preheating. Control indicators light up
and the most electrical functions are
operable.
Engine start: operate clutch pedal
(manual transmission) or brake pedal (automatic transmission) and press
Engine Start/Stop button once more.
Release button after starting
procedure begins.
Ignition off: press Engine Start/Stop
button briefly in each mode or when
engine is running. Some functions
remain active until driver's door is
opened, if ignition was on before.
Steering wheel lock
The steering wheel lock activates
automatically when:
■ the vehicle is stationary and
■ the ignition has been switched off and
■ the driver's door is opened.To release steering wheel lock, open
and close driver's door and switch on accessory mode or start the engine
directly.9 Warning
If the vehicle battery is discharged,
the vehicle must not be towed,
tow-started or jump-started as the
steering wheel lock cannot be
disengaged.
Emergency operation on
vehicles with electronic key
system
If either the electronic key fails or the
battery of the electronic key is weak,
the Driver Information Centre may
display No Remote Detected or
Replace Battery in Remote Key when
you try to start the vehicle.Open the centre console storage area by lifting up the armrest. Place the
electronic key in the transmitter
pocket. Depress the clutch pedal
(manual transmission) or the brake
pedal (automatic transmission) and
press the Engine Start/Stop button.
To switch off the engine, press the Engine Start/Stop button again.
Remove the electronic key from the
transmitter pocket.
This option is intended for
emergencies only. Replace the
electronic key battery as soon as
possible 3 21.
156Driving and operatingStop-start systemThe stop-start system helps to save
fuel and to reduce the exhaust
emissions. When conditions allow, it
switches off the engine as soon as the
vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in a
traffic jam. It starts the engine
automatically as soon as the clutch is depressed. A battery sensor ensures
that an Autostop is only performed if
the vehicle battery is sufficiently
charged for a restart.
Activation
The stop-start system is available as
soon as the engine is started, the
vehicle starts-off and the conditions
as stated below in this section are
fulfilled.Deactivation
Deactivate the stop-start system
manually by pressing the eco button.
The deactivation is indicated when
the LED in the button extinguishes.
Autostop
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill, activate an Autostop as
follows:
■ Depress the clutch pedal
■ set the lever to neutral
■ release the clutch pedal
The engine will be switched off while
the ignition stays on.
An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer. On some versions a
control indicator in the instrument
cluster lights up when engine is in Autostop.
During an Autostop, the heating and
brake performance will be
maintained.
158Driving and operating
■ The stop-start system is manuallydeactivated
■ the bonnet is opened
■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened and the driver's door is opened
■ the engine temperature is too low
■ the charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level
■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient
■ the vehicle is driven at least at walking speed
■ the climate control system requests
an engine start
■ the air conditioning is manually switched on
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a
warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop during the restart might be noticeable.Parking
■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily
ignitable surface. The high
temperature of the exhaust system
could ignite the surface.
■ Always apply parking brake. Pull electric parking brake switch
m for approx. one second.
Apply manual parking brake
without pressing release button.
Apply as firmly as possible on
downhill or uphill slopes. Depress the foot brake at the same time to
reduce operating force.
■ Switch off the engine and ignition. Turn the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock engages.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, engage first gear or set
the selector lever to P before
switching off the ignition. On an
uphill slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill slope, engage reverse gear or set theselector lever to P before switchingoff the ignition. Turn the front
wheels towards the kerb.
■ Lock the vehicle and activate the anti-theft alarm system.
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
turned off automatically if the vehicle comes to a standstill within a certain
time.
166Driving and operating
Fault9Warning
If there is a fault in the ABS, the
wheels may be liable to lock due
to braking that is heavier than
normal. The advantages of ABS are no longer available. During
hard braking, the vehicle can no longer be steered and may
swerve.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Parking brake
Manual parking brake
Always apply parking brake firmly
without operating the release button,
and apply as firmly as possible on a
downhill or uphill slope.
To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the release
button and fully lower the lever.
To reduce the operating forces of the
parking brake, depress the foot brake
at the same time.
Control indicator R 3 105.
Electric parking brake
Applying when vehicle is stationary
Pull switch m for approx.
one second, the electric parking
brake operates automatically with an adequate force. For maximum force,
e.g. parking with trailer or on inclines,
pull switch m twice.
The electric parking brake is applied
when control indicator m lights up
3 105.
The electric parking brake can always
be activated, even if the ignition is off.