
In brief11
1Side air vents ...................... 118
2 Light switch ......................... 104
3 Turn and lane-change
signals ................................. 109
Headlight flash ....................105
Low beam and high beam ..105
4 Cruise control ...................... 136
Speed limiter ....................... 137
Forward collision alert .........138
5 Instruments ........................... 79
6 Horn ..................................... 73
Driver airbag ........................ 44
7 Steering wheel controls .......72
8 Windscreen wiper,
windscreen washer system ...73
Rear wiper, rear washer system ................................... 75
9 Centre air vents adjustment 118
10 Centre air vents ................... 118
11 Electronic Stability Control . 134
12 Hazard warning flashers ....10913 Control indicator for airbag
deactivation .......................... 84
14 Instrument panel storage
button .................................... 54
15 Passenger airbag
deactivation ........................... 46
16 Glovebox .............................. 55
17 Infotainment system
18 Eco button for stop-start
system ................................. 122
Fuel selector ......................... 80
19 AUX input, USB input, SD
card slot
20 Selector lever, manual
transmission ....................... 130
Automatic transmission ......127
21 Parking brake ......................132
22 Power outlet .......................... 78
23 Parking assist ..................... 140
Descent control system ......... 86
24 Climate control system ........ 113
25 Accelerator pedal ................12126Ignition switch with
steering wheel lock ............121
27 Brake pedal ......................... 131
28 Clutch pedal ........................ 120
29 Steering wheel adjustment ..72
30 Instrument panel storage ......54
31 Bonnet release lever ..........158

84Instruments and controls
Control indicators in the centreconsole
Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly The parking lights are switched on.
Flashes A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse, failure of turn
signal light on trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 164, Fuses
3 170.
Turn signals 3 109.
Seat belt reminder X for driver's seat illuminates or
flashes red.
k for front passenger seat illuminates
or flashes red, when seat is occupied.
Y for rear seats illuminate in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC).
When the ignition is switched on, the indicator light illuminates for severalseconds.
If seat belt becomes unbuckled when the vehicle is moving, the indicator
light illuminates.
If the seat belt is buckled, the indicator light extinguishes.
Three-point seat belts 3 39.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red.When the ignition is switched on, the
control indicator illuminates for a few seconds. If it does not illuminate,
does not go out after a few 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
V illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
activated.

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* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 46.9 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.
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.
Service vehicle soon g illuminates yellow.
Additionally a warning message or a
warning code is displayed.
The vehicle needs a service.Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 95.
Brake and clutch system R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low 3 161.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 132.
Operate pedal
- illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates Clutch pedal must be depressed to
start the engine in Autostop mode.
Stop-start system 3 122.

86Instruments and controls
Flashes
Clutch pedal must be depressed for a main start of the engine 3 16, 3 121.
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 3 131.
Upshift
[ illuminates green or is shown as a
symbol in the Driver Information
Centre with Uplevel-Display or
Uplevel-Combi-Display when
upshifting is recommended for fuel
saving reasons.ECO drive assistant 3 97.
Descent control system
u illuminates or flashes green.
Descent control system 3 135
Illuminates The system is ready for operation.
Flashes The system is activated.
Power steering c illuminates yellow.
It illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
If the indicator does not extinguish
after a few seconds, or if it illuminates
while driving, there is a failure in the
power steering system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.Lane departure warning
) illuminates green or yellow or
flashes yellow.
Illuminates green
System is switched on and ready to
operate.
Illuminates yellow
Failure in the system. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Flashes yellow
System recognises an unintended
lane change.
Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
or

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Interference due to external sourcesof 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.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 140.
Electronic Stability Control
off
n illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Electronic Stability Control
and Traction Control
system
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
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.
Flashes The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Electronic Stability Control 3 134,
Traction Control system 3 133.
Traction Control system off
k illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature
is low.
Diesel particle filter
% illuminates or flashes 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.
Flashes
The maximum filling level of the filter
is reached. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the
engine.
Diesel particle filter 3 125, Stop-start
system 3 122.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.

96Instruments and controls
No.Vehicle message28Right rear turn signal failure53Tighten gas cap54Water in diesel fuel filterS68Service power steeringS73Service all-wheel drive systemS75Service air conditioningS79Top up engine oilS81Service transmissionS82Change engine oil soonS84Engine power is reducedS89Service vehicle soon128Bonnet open134Park assist fault, clean
bumperS136Service parking assist174Low batteryNotice
"S" means "Service vehicle soon".
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Vehicle messages on the
Uplevel-Display and Uplevel- Combi-Display
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
■ Service messages
■ Anti-theft alarm system
■ Brakes
■ Drive systems
■ Ride control systems
■ Driver assistance systems
■ Cruise control
■ Speed limiter
■ Parking assist systems
■ Lighting, bulb replacement
■ Adaptive forward lighting
■ Doors, windows
■ Traffic sign assistant
■ Lane departure warning
■ Load compartment, boot lid
■ Radio remote control
■ Seat belts
■ Airbag systems
■ Engine and transmission
■ Tyre pressure
■ Diesel particle filter
■ Vehicle battery status

Instruments and controls97Warning chimesWhen starting the engine or
whilst driving ■ If the door or bonnet is open.
■ If seat belt is not fastened.
■ If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
■ If a warning message or a warning code appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
■ If the parking assist detects an object.
When the vehicle is parked and/ or the driver's door is opened ■ When the key is in the ignition switch.
■ With exterior lights on.
Battery voltage
When the battery voltage is running
low, a warning message or warning
code 174 will appear in the Driver
Information Centre.1. Switch off immediately any electrical consumers which are
not required for a safe ride, e.g.
seat heating, heated rear window
or other main consumers.
2. Charge the battery by driving continuously for a while or by
using a charging device.
The warning message or warning
code will disappear after the engine
has been started twice consecutively
without a voltage drop.
If the battery cannot be recharged,
have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.Trip computer
The menus and functions can be
selected via the buttons on the turn signal lever 3 90.
Press the MENU button to select the
Trip/Fuel Information Menu , or select
W on the Uplevel-Combi-Display.

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■Display Off :
See Infotainment system manual
for further information.
■ Map Settings :
See Infotainment system manual
for further information.
Vehicle Settings ■ Climate and Air Quality
Auto Fan Speed : Modifies the fan
regulation. Changed setting will be active after switching the ignition off
and on again.
Air Conditioning Mode : Activates or
deactivates cooling when switching
on the ignition or uses the last chosen setting.
Auto Demist : Activates or
deactivates auto demist.
Auto Rear Demist : Activates the
heated rear window automatically.
■ Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.Personalisation by Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Auto Reverse Gear Wiper :
Activates or deactivates
automatically switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged.
■ Collision Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic sensors.
■ Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights : Activates or
deactivates the entry lighting.
Exit Lighting : Activates or
deactivates and changes the
duration of exit lighting.
■ Power Door Locks
Open Door Anti Lock Out : Activates
or deactivates the automatic door
locking function while a door is open.
Auto Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switching
off ignition. Activates or deactivatesthe automatic door locking function after driving-off.
Delay Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function.
■ Remote Lock/Unlock/Start
Remote Lock Feedback : Activates
or deactivates the hazard warning light feedback whilst locking.
Remote Unlock Feedback :
Activates or deactivates the hazard
warning flasher feedback whilst
unlocking.
Remote Door Unlock : Changes the
configuration to unlock only the
driver's door or the entire vehicle
whilst unlocking.
Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors :
Activates or deactivates the automatic relock function after
unlocking without opening the
vehicle.
■ Return to Factory Settings? :
Resets all settings to the default settings.