INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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Related information
•Driver profiles (p. 112)
• Settings view (p. 106)
• Changing system settings in Settings view (p. 109)
Changing system settings in Settings view
Settings view's main category
System contains
general settings and information, such as lan- guage, units of measure, etc.
The system settings under Driver Profile, Date
& Time, Keyboard Layouts, Voice Control,Software Updates, Global Reset andServices are described in their respective arti-
cles in the owner's manual.
Changing system languages1. Pull down the center display's Top view and
tap Settings.
2. Tap
SystemLanguage.
3. Select a new system language. Languages that can be used for voice commands are indicated by a voice control symbol.
> This change affects the language used inthe instrument panel, center display and the head-up display *.
Changing units of measure
Changing length and volume units1. Pull down the center display's Top view and
tap Settings.
2. Tap
SystemUnitsUnits. 3. Select one of the following measurement
standards:
•
Metric: kilometers, liters and degrees Cel-
sius.
•
Imperial: miles, gallons and degrees Cel-
sius.
•
US: miles, gallons and degrees Fahren-
heit.
> This change affects the units of measure used in the instrument panel, center dis- play and the head-up display *
Changing tire inflation pressure units1. Pull down the center display's Top view and
tap Settings.
2. Tap
SystemUnitsTire Pressure.
3. Select a unit of measure for tire pressure. > This changes the tire inflation pressureunits used in the
Car status app in the
center display.
Viewing storage information1. Pull down the center display's Top view and
tap Settings.
2. Tap
SystemStorage.
> Storage information for the vehicle's hard drive will be displayed, including total capacity, available capacity and theamount of storage space used by theapps that have been installed.
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Home safe lighting
The home safe lighting function illuminates the area in front of the vehicle in dark conditions.
This function turns on the headlights, parking lights, outer door handle lights *, license plate
lights, front ceiling lighting and footwell lighting for a set amount of time. The length of time that these lights remain illumi- nated can be set in the center display: 1. Tap
Settings in Top view.
2. Tap
My CarLightsExterior LightsHome Safety Lights.
3. Select
Off, 30 sec, 60 sec or 90 sec.
To activate home safe lighting: 1. Switch off the ignition (mode 0).
2. Push the turn signal lever as far as possible towards the dashboard and release it.
3. Exit the vehicle and lock the doors.
Related information
• Using the center display (p. 46)
• Settings view (p. 106)
Passenger compartment lighting
The passenger compartment lighting is con- trolled using the buttons in the ceiling above thefront and rear seats.
All passenger compartment lighting can be turned on and off manually within 30 minutesafter:
• the vehicle is unlocked but the engine has not been started
• the engine is switched off and the ignition is in mode
0.
Front interior lighting
Controls in the ceiling console for front reading lights and courtesy lighting
Driver's side reading light
Courtesy lighting
Courtesy lighting ( AUTO) switch
Passenger's side reading light
Front reading lightsTurn the reading lights on or off by pressing the respective buttons briefly. Adjust the brightnessby pressing and holding the button.
Courtesy lightingTurn the footwell and overhead courtesy lighting on or off by pressing the button briefly.
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Windshield and headlight washers
Use the windshield/headlight washers to help improve visibility.
Starting the windshield and headlight washers
Washing function
–Move the right-side steering wheel lever toward the wheel to start the windshield andheadlight washers.
> After the lever is released the wipers make several extra sweeps.
CAUTION
• Use ample washer fluid when washing the windshield. The windshield should bethoroughly wet when the wipers are inoperation.
• Avoid using the washers if the fluid reser-voir is frozen or empty to help avoid dam-age to the pump.
When the washing system is used, the length of time that the windshield washers operatedepends on the ambient temperature. In coldweather, the amount of washer fluid used willalso be increased automatically to help improvecleaning.
Heated washer nozzles
*The washer nozzles are heated automatically incold weather to help prevent the washer fluidfrom freezing.
High-pressure headlight washing *High-pressure headlight washing consumes alarge quantity of washer fluid. To save fluid, theheadlights are washed once for every five timesthe windshield is washed.
Reduced washingWhen approx. 1 US quart (1 liter) of washer fluidremains in the reservoir, the headlights will nolonger be washed to conserve fluid. A text message and the
symbol will be dis-
played in the instrument panel to remind the driver to fill the washer fluid reservoir.
Related information
• Refilling the windshield washer fluid reservoir (p. 524)
• Using the windshield wipers (p. 154)
• Tailgate window wiper and washer (p. 157)
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Adjusting the steering wheel
The steering wheel can be adjusted to various positions.
Adjusting the steering wheel
Lever for releasing/locking the steering wheel
Possible positions
The steering wheel's height and reach can be adjusted. To do so:
1. Push the lever down to release the steering wheel.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable posi- tion.
3. Pull back the lever to lock the steering wheel in place. If the lever is difficult to pull into place, press the steering wheel lightly at thesame time as you pull the lever.
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while driving.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional speed-dependent power steering, the level ofsteering force can be adjusted. The force level isadjusted according to the vehicle's speed.
Related information
• Steering wheel (p. 157)
• Adjustable steering force
* (p. 308)
Seats
The vehicle can be equipped with 5 or 7 seats *.
The front seats can be adjusted electroncially or manually. The second and third row seats areadjusted primarily manually.
The adjustment settings for the power front seats *, door mirrors and the head-up display can
be stored in memory buttons. Using the multi-function control *, comfort in the
front seats can be further enhance by e.g., adjust- ing the lumbar support or extending the length ofthe front seat cushion. The rear seats can be folded down and their head restraints can be adjusted. The second rowseats can be moved forward/rearward and theirbackrest tilt can also be changed.
Related information
• Adjusting power front seats
* (p. 161)
• Adjusting function settings in the multifunc- tional front seats
* (p. 165)
• Manually operated front seats (p. 160)
• Using the power seat memory function
*
(p. 162)
• Folding the second row backrests (p. 170)
• Getting into and out of the third row of seats (p. 172)
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2.
Press and release the M button. The indica-
tor light in the button will illuminate.
3. Press button 1, 2 or 3 within 3 seconds to
store the current position of the seat/ mirrors/head-up display in the selected but-ton.
> When the position has been stored in the selected button, an audible signal will sound and the indicator light in the M but-
ton will go out.
If none of the buttons (1, 2 or 3) is pressedwithin 3 seconds, the indicator light in the M but-
ton will go out and the position will not be stored.
The seat/mirrors/head-up display must be moved before a new position can be stored.
Using a stored positionA stored position can be used when one of thefront doors is opened or closed:
Front door open
–Press one of the bottons ( 1–3 ) briefly. The
seat, door mirrors and head-up display will move to the positions stored in that button.
Front door closed
–Press and hold one of the buttons ( 1–3 ) until
the seat, door mirrors and head-up display have moved to the positions stored in thatbutton. The seat, door mirrors and head-up display willstop automatically if the button is released beforethe they have reached the stored positions.
WARNING
•
Because the driver's seat can be adjusted with the ignition off, children should neverbe left unattended in the vehicle.
• Movement of the seat can be STOPPEDat any time by pressing any button on thepower seat control panel.
• Do not adjust the seat while driving. Theseat should be adjusted so that the brakepedal can be depressed fully. In addition,position the seat as far rearward as com-fort and control allow.
• The seat rails on the floor must not beobstructed in any way when the seat is inmotion.
Related information
•
Adjusting power front seats
* (p. 161)
• Power front seats
* (p. 161)
Multifunctional front seats *
In addition to the adjustment settings offered by the power seat controls, the multifunction controlprovides additional possibilities for convenienceand comfort.
Multifunction control on the side of the seat
The multifunction control can be used to adjust lumbar support, the backrest's side bolsters andthe length of the seat cushion. The adjustmentsettings made with the control are shown in the center display * and certain settings can be made
directly from the center display.
Center displayThe adjustment settings for the driver and pas- senger seats made using the multifunction con-trol are shown in the center display. If only oneseat is adjusted, the settings are shown in thecenter of the display. If both seats are adjusted,
STARTING AND DRIVING
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Towing recommendations
Always check with state and local authorities before attempting to tow another vehiclebecause this type of towing is subject to regula-tions regarding maximum towing speed, lengthand type of towing device, lighting, etc.
Towing your vehicle behind another
vehicle
1. After securely attaching the towing line to both vehicles, put the gear selector in posi- tion N and release the parking brake.
2. Put the ignition in mode II by turning the
start knob to START (without depressing
the brake pedal) and hold it in this position
for approx. 4 seconds. Release the knob.
3. Put the gear selector in position N and
release the parking brake.
4. The towing vehicle can now begin driving.
5. Keep the tow rope taut when the towing vehicle slows down by applying light pressure on the brake pedal. This will help prevent jar-ring movements of the vehicle being towed.
6. Be prepared to apply the brakes to stop the vehicle being towed.
CAUTION
General towing precautions:
• If the vehicle's battery is dead, an auxiliary battery will be necessary to provide cur-rent for releasing the electric parkingbrake and to move the gear selector from the
P position to N. If this is not possible,
use the shiftlock override procedure tomanually release the gear selector from P
and move it to N.
• Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tow-ing speed.
• Maximum distance with front wheels onground: 50 miles (80 km).
• The vehicle should only be towed in theforward direction.
WARNING
• When the vehicle is being towed, the igni- tion should be in mode
II (in mode I, all of
the vehicle's airbags are deactivated).
• The remote key must remain inside the vehicle.
• The power brakes and power steering willnot function when the engine is not run-ning. Approximately 5 times more pres-sure will be required on the brake pedaland the steering wheel will be considera-bly harder to turn.
• The towing eyelets must not be used forpulling the vehicle out of a ditch or forany similar purpose involving severestrain.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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The windshield wiper blades are different lengths
NOTE
The windshield wiper blades are different lengths. The blade on the driver
SPECIFICATIONS
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DimensionsThe following table lists your vehicle's most important dimensions.
DimensionIn.
(mm)
AGround clearance (curb weight + 2 people) A9 (228)B
9.1 (232) C
BWheelbase117.5 (2984)
CLength194.9 (4950)
DLoad length, floor, seat- back down80.3 (2040)
B
49.6 (1260) D
DimensionIn.
(mm)
ELoad length, floor48.0 (1220) B
21.8 ( 554) C
FHeight69.9 (1776)
GLoad height32.1 (816)
DimensionIn.
(mm)
HTrack, front (models with- out pneumatic suspen-sion)65.9 (1673) E
65.6 (1665) F
Track, front (models with pneumatic suspension)66.0 (1677)
E
65.7 (1669) F