108Driving and operatingDriving and operatingDriving hints............................... 108
Starting and operating ...............109
Engine exhaust .......................... 115
Manual transmission ..................117
Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 117
Brakes ........................................ 121
Ride control systems .................123
Driver assistance systems .........125
Fuel ............................................ 130
Trailer hitch ................................ 132
Auxiliary features .......................134Driving hints
Driving economically ECO mode
ECO mode is a function that
optimises fuel consumption. It affects engine power and torque,
acceleration, gear shift indication,
heating, air conditioning and electrical consumers.
ActivationPress the ECO button. Control
indicator illuminates when activated
and a corresponding message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 84.
During driving, it is possible to
temporarily disable ECO mode, e.g.
to increase engine performance, by
depressing the accelerator pedal
firmly.
ECO mode is reactivated when
pressure is reduced on the
accelerator pedal.
Deactivation
Press the ECO button again. Control
indicator extinguishes.
Control of the vehicle Never coast with engine not
running (except during
Autostop) Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
Driving and operating115
Indicator light will flash intermittently
while height adjustment is in progress
and illuminates when complete.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Pre-programmed settings Adjusts the suspension height to oneof three pre-programmed positions.
The buttons are only functional when
the engine is running.l=lowered positionk=normal positionj=raised position
Manual settings
Manual adjustment can only be
performed when the vehicle is
stationary.
Select by pressing button h for 2
seconds, then button R to raise, or
button S to lower.
To exit, press any of the pre-
programmed buttons.
When the vehicle is moving, manual
adjustment will exit automatically. If
the ignition is switched off, the vehicle will return to normal ride height when
the ignition is switched back on.
Service mode Press button i for 5 seconds to put
the vehicle into service mode. The
indicator light will illuminate. When
service mode has been activated, the
air suspension master switch must be turned off.
To exit service mode, press button
i again for 5 seconds.
Fault If a fault is detected, i button will
flash intermittently. If the service
mode has been activated and there is a fault h, S and R buttons will flash
simultaneously.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.Engine exhaust9 Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Diesel particle filter
The diesel particle filter system filters
harmful soot particles out of the
exhaust gases. The system includes
a self-cleaning function that runs
automatically during driving without
any notification. The filter is cleaned
by periodically burning off the soot
particles at high temperature. This
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Automatic deactivation:■ Vehicle speed drops below 20 mph,
■ The brake pedal is depressed,
■ The clutch pedal is depressed,
■ Selector lever in N.
The speed is stored and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre.
Resume stored speed
Press switch R at a speed above
20 mph.
If the stored speed is much higher
than the current speed, the vehicle
will accelerate powerfully until the
stored speed is obtained.
Deleting the stored speed Press switch m: Green control
indicators U and m extinguish in the
instrument cluster.
Cruise control speed limiter
The speed limiter prevents the
vehicle exceeding a preset maximum
speed above 20 mph.Activation
Press switch U, control indicator U
illuminates yellow in the instrument
cluster.
Cruise control speed limiter function
is now in standby mode and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre.
Accelerate to the desired speed and
press switch < or ]. The current
speed is recorded.
The vehicle can be driven normally
but it will not be possible to exceed the programmed speed limit except in an
emergency.
Where the limit speed cannot be
maintained, e.g. when driving on a
steep decline, the limit speed will
flash in the Driver Information Centre.
Increase limit speed
The limit speed can be increased
continuously or in small increments
by holding down or tapping switch <
repeatedly.
Reduce limit speed
The limit speed can be decreased
continuously or in small increments
by holding down or tapping switch ]
repeatedly.
Exceeding the limit speed
In the event of an emergency it is
possible to exceed the limit speed by
depressing the accelerator pedal
firmly beyond the point of resistance.
The limit speed will flash in the Driver Information Centre during this period.
Release the accelerator pedal and
the speed limiter function is
reactivated once a speed lower than the limit speed is obtained.
132Driving and operatingFuel consumption - CO2-
Emissions
For the values specific to your
vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of
Conformity provided with your vehicle
or other national registration
documents.
General information
The official fuel consumption and
specific CO 2 emission figures quoted
relate to the EU base model with
standard equipment.
Fuel consumption data and CO 2
emission data are determined
according to regulation
715/2007 692/2008 A, taking into
consideration the vehicle weight in
running order, as specified by the
regulation.
The figures must not be taken as a
guarantee for the actual fuel
consumption of a particular vehicle.
Additional equipment may result in
slightly higher results than the stated
consumption and CO 2 figures.Furthermore, fuel consumption is
dependent on personal driving style
as well as road and traffic conditions.Trailer hitch
General information
Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
Entrust fitting of towing equipment at
a later date to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment.
Driving characteristics and
towing tips In the case of trailers with brakes,
attach the breakaway stopping cable.
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate
the coupling ball. However, do not do so if a stabiliser, which acts on thecoupling ball, is being used to reduce
snaking movements. For trailers with
low driving stability the use of a
stabiliser is recommended.
A maximum speed of 50 mph must
not be exceeded, even in countries
where higher speeds are permitted.
142Vehicle care
The anti-theft alarm siren must bedeactivated as follows: Switch theignition on then off, disconnect the
vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.
Battery access
The battery is located behind a panelin the front left-hand door step.
Remove the panel to access the
battery.
Charging the vehicle battery9 Danger
Ensure adequate ventilation when
charging the battery. There is a
risk of explosion if gases
generated during charging are
allowed to accumulate!
Jump starting 3 168.
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 contains sulfuric 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 battery.
Additional battery
Depending on the vehicle's auxiliary
equipment, certain models may have
an additional battery mounted under
the front seat.
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Climate control systems...............96
Clock ............................................ 72
Control indicators.......................... 77
Control of the vehicle .................108
Controls ........................................ 69
Convex shape .............................. 30
Coolant ....................................... 138
Coolant and antifreeze ...............176
Coolant heater ............................ 102
Cornering light ......................91, 147
Coupling ball bar ........................133
Cruise control ...................... 84, 125
Cupholders .................................. 62
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights .................90
Declaration of conformity ............200
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 143
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......143
Diesel particle filter ...............82, 115
Door open .................................... 84
Doors ............................................ 24
Drain fuel filter ............................. 83
Driver assistance systems ..........125
Driver Information Centre .............84
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 132Driving economically................... 108
Driving hints ................................ 108
E ECO mode .................................. 108
Electric adjustment ......................30
Electrical system......................... 152
Electronic climate control system 98
Electronic driving programmes ..119
Electronic Stability Program .....
.................................. 81, 124, 134
Electronic Stability Program off ...81
Emergency exit ............................. 35
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......136
Engine compartment fuse box ...153
Engine coolant ........................... 138
Engine coolant temperature ........82
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 75
Engine data ............................... 182
Engine exhaust .......................... 115
Engine identification ...........179, 180
Engine oil ................... 137, 176, 181
Engine oil level monitor ................75
Engine oil pressure ......................82
Event data recorders ..................200
Exhaust gases ............................ 115
Exit lighting .................................. 94
Exterior care .............................. 171
Exterior light ................................. 83Exterior lighting ......................12, 89
Exterior mirrors ............................. 30
F
Fault ........................................... 120
Fire extinguisher ..........................66
First aid ......................................... 66
First aid kit ................................... 66
Fixed air vents ........................... 106
Fog light ....................................... 84
Fog lights .............................. 91, 147
Folding mirrors ............................. 30
Front airbag system .....................50
Front fog lights ............................. 91
Front seats.................................... 37 Front storage ............................... 62
Front turn signal lights ...............147
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 132
Fuel for diesel engines ..............130
Fuel gauge ................................... 75
Fuse box ............................. 153, 154
Fuses ......................................... 152
G
Gauges ......................................... 74
General information ...................132
Glass panel .................................. 35
Glovebox ..................................... 62
Glovebox cooler ......................... 106