16In brief
Manual transmission automatedN=neutralo=drive+=higher gear-=lower gearA/M=switch between automatic and
manual modeR=reverse gear
Manual transmission automated
3 117.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 156,
3 198.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 137.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats and seat belts 3 30, 3 37,
3 45.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position A
■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ operate clutch and brake
■ do not operate accelerator pedal
■ turn the key to position M for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes in the
Driver Information Centre
■ turn key to position D and release
Starting the engine 3 110.
82Instruments and controlsEngine coolant
temperature
W illuminates red.
Illuminates when the engine is running
If W illuminates (possibly in
combination with control indicator
C ), stop vehicle and switch off
engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level 3 138.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated.Only
activates when outside temperature is low.
Diesel particle filter
8
Not used.
Diesel particle filter 3 80, 3 115.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately and check tyre pressure.
Control indicator w illuminates
together with C 3 80 and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 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
together with A 3 80 and a
corresponding message appears inthe Driver Information Centre when a tyre without a pressure sensor ismounted (e.g. spare wheel).
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 157.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.
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, set selector lever to N.
Vehicle care135Vehicle careGeneral Information...................135
Vehicle checks ........................... 136
Bulb replacement .......................144
Electrical system ........................152
Vehicle tools .............................. 155
Wheels and tyres .......................156
Jump starting ............................. 168
Towing ....................................... 170
Appearance care .......................171General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We recommend the use of genuine parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e.g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve rubber seals.
■ Change engine oil.
■ Drain washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check coolant antifreeze and corrosion protection.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park vehicle in a dry, well ventilated
place. Engage first or reverse gear.
Prevent the vehicle from rolling.
■ Do not apply parking brake.
136Vehicle care
■ Open bonnet, close all doors andlock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronics of the
power windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the engine oil level.
■ Check the coolant level.
■ Fit the number plate, if necessary.End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
9 Danger
The ignition system generates
extremely high voltages. Do not
touch.
The caps for topping up the engine oil, the coolant, the washer fluid and the
oil dipstick handle are yellow for ease
of identification.
Vehicle care173
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.Interior care
Interior and upholsteryOnly clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean leather upholstery with clear
water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light- coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
203
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
204
HHand brake - see Parking brake. 122
Hazard warning flashers ..............91
Headlight flash ............................. 90
Headlight range adjustment ........90
Headlights ...................... 89, 90, 144
Headlights when driving abroad ..90
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 36
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ..................... 34
Heating ........................................ 41
Heating and ventilation system ...96
High beam ............................. 83, 90
Hill start assist ........................... 123
Horn ....................................... 13, 70
I
Identification plate .....................179
Idle speed control ......................111
Ignition switch positions .............110
Immobiliser .................................. 29
Indicators ...................................... 74
Information displays...................... 84
Initial drive information.................... 6 Instrument cluster ........................74
Instrument panel fuse box .........154
Instrument panel illumination .....152
Instrument panel overview ........... 10Instrument panel storage .............61
Interior care ............................... 173
Interior lighting .............................. 92
Interior lights ........................ 92, 151
Interior mirrors .............................. 31
Interruption of power supply ......121
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....60
J
Jack ............................................ 155
Jump starting ............................. 168
K Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 64
Light covers, misted...................... 92
Lighting ......................................... 89
Lighting features ........................... 94
Light switch .................................. 89
Load compartment lighting ..........93
Loading information .....................67
Low fuel ....................................... 83
M
Malfunction indicator light ............80
Manual adjustment ......................30Manual anti-dazzle ......................31
Manual mode ............................. 119
Manual transmission .................. 117
Manual transmission automated 117
Manual windows ..........................32
Messages ..................................... 85
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 30, 31
Misted light covers .......................92
N New vehicle running-in ..............109
Number plate light .....................150
O Object detection systems ...........128
Octane rating .............................. 182
Odometer ..................................... 74
Oil ............................................... 137
Oil, engine .......................... 176, 181
Oil level ......................................... 75
Oil pressure .................................. 82
Outside temperature ....................71
Overcab storage ..........................63
Overhead console .......................63
Overrun cut-off ........................... 111
P Parking ................................ 17, 113
Parking assist ............................ 128