106Instruments and controlsAuto rear demist: Activates
automatically the heated rear
window.
● Comfort settings
Chime volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalization by driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Rear auto wipe in reverse :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse
gear is engaged.
● Park assist / Collision detection
Park assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
parking assist. Activation is
selectable with or without
attached trailer coupling.
Side blind zone alert : Changes
the settings for the side blind spot
alert system.
● Exterior ambient lighting
Exterior lighting by unlocking :
Activates or deactivates the entry lighting.Duration upon exit of vehicle :
Activates or deactivates and
changes the duration of exit
lighting.
● Power door locks
Auto door lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
locking function after switching
on ignition.
Stop door lock if door open :
Activates or deactivates the door
locking function while a door is open.
Delayed door lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function. This menu
option is displayed with Stop door
lock if door open deactivated.
Central locking system 3 22.
● Remote locking, unlocking,
starting
Remote unlock feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback
whilst unlocking.
Passive door unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock onlythe driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Auto relock doors : Activates or
deactivates the automatic relock
function after unlocking without
opening the vehicle.
● Restore factory settings :
Resets all settings to the default
settings.
Personal settings Colour-Info-Display
When audio is switched on, press ;
on the control panel.
Instruments and controls107Select Settings and then Vehicle
settings .
Vehicle settings
● Climate & 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 Rear Defog : Automatically
activates heated rear window.
● Collision / Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
parking assist. Activation is
selectable with or without
attached trailer coupling.
Side Blind Zone Alert : Activates
or deactivates side blind zone alert.
● Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalization By Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse
gear is engaged.
● 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
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out :
Activates or deactivates the door
locking function while a door is open.
Auto Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
locking function after switching on ignition.
Auto Door Unlock : Changes the
configuration to unlock only the driver's door or the whole vehicle after switching off ignition.
Delayed Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function. This feature
delays the actual locking of the
doors until all doors are closed.
● Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Remote Unlock Light Feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback
whilst unlocking.
Remote Door Unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
112LightingLightingExterior lighting.......................... 112
Light switch .............................. 112
Automatic light control .............113
High beam ............................... 114
Headlight flash ......................... 114
Headlight range adjustment ....114
Headlights when driving abroad .................................... 114
Daytime running lights .............115
Xenon lighting system .............115
Hazard warning flashers ..........116
Turn and lane-change signals . 117
Front fog lights ......................... 117
Rear fog light ........................... 117
Parking lights ........................... 118
Reversing lights .......................118
Misted light covers ...................118
Interior lighting ........................... 118
Instrument panel illumination control ..................................... 118
Interior lights ............................ 119
Reading lights .......................... 120
Lighting features ........................120
Entry lighting ............................ 120Exit lighting.............................. 120
Battery discharge protection ....121Exterior lighting
Light switch
Turn light switch:
7:lights off8:sidelights9:headlights
Control indicator 8 3 95.
116LightingThe high beam assist is activated by
pushing the indicator lever twice at a
speed above 25 mph.
The green control indicator l
illuminates continuously when the
assist is activated, the blue one 7
illuminates when high beam is on.
Control indicator l 3 95.
Deactivation
Push indicator lever once. It is also
deactivated when front fog lights are
switched on.
If a headlight flash is activated when
the high beam is on, the high beam
assist will be deactivated.
If a headlight flash is activated when
the high beam is off, the high beam
assist will remain activated.
The latest setting of the high beam
assist will remain after the ignition is
switched on again.Corner lighting
On tight bends or when turning off,
depending on the steering angle or
the indicator light signal, an additional left or right reflector is switched on
which illuminates the road in the
direction of travel. It is activated up to
a speed of 25 mph.
Reversing function If the low beam is on and reverse gear is engaged, both corner lights are
switched on. They remain illuminated
for 20 seconds after disengaging reverse gear.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated by pressing ¨.
In the event of an accident with airbag
deployment, the hazard warning
flashers are activated automatically.
124Climate controlCooling n
Press n
to switch on cooling. The
LED in the button illuminates to
indicate activation. Cooling is only
functional when the engine is running and climate control fan is switched on.
Press n again to switch off cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the
outside temperature is slightly above
the freezing point. Therefore
condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch off the cooling system for fuel
saving reasons.
Activated cooling may inhibit
Autostops.
Stop-start system 3 135.
Air recirculation system 4
Press 4 to activate air recirculation
mode. The LED in the button
illuminates to indicate activation.
Press 4 again to deactivate air
recirculation mode.
9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air
humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside, when cold air is
directed towards it. If windscreen
mists up from outside, activate
windscreen wiper and deactivate l.
Maximum cooling
Briefly open the windows so that hot
air can disperse quickly.
Climate control129If no cooling or drying is required,
switch off the cooling system for fuel
saving reasons.
When the cooling system is switched
off, no engine restart will be
requested by the climate control
system during an Autostop.
Exception: defrost system is activated
and outside temperature above 0 °C
requests a restart.
Stop-start system 3 135.
The status of cooling operation is
indicated in the Info-Display.
Activation or deactivation of cooling
operation after engine start can be
changed in the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 105.Air recirculation mode 4
Press 4 to activate air recirculation
mode. The LED in the button
illuminates to indicate activation.
Press 4 again to deactivate air
recirculation mode.
9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling, the
air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside when cold air is
directed towards it. If windscreen
mists up from outside, activate
windscreen wiper and deactivate s.
Basic settings
Some settings can be changed in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation
3 105.
130Climate controlAir vents
Adjustable air vents At least one air vent must be open
while the cooling is on.
Adjust the air amount at the vent
outlet by turning the adjuster wheel.
The vent is closed when the adjuster wheel is turned close to the left or
right.
Direct the flow of air by tilting and
swivelling the slats.
9 Warning
Do not attach any objects to the
slats of the air vents. Risk of
damage and injury in case of an
accident.
Fixed air vents
Additional air vents are located
beneath the windscreen and door windows and in the foot wells.
Maintenance
Air intake
The air intake in front of the
windscreen in the engine
compartment must be kept clear to
allow air intake. Remove any leaves,
dirt or snow.
Pollen filter The pollen filter cleans dust, soot,
pollen and spores from the air
entering the vehicle through the air
intake.
132Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 133
Control of the vehicle ...............133
Starting and operating ...............133
New vehicle running-in ............133
Ignition switch positions ...........133
Retained power off ..................134
Starting the engine ..................134
Overrun cut-off ........................ 135
Stop-start system ....................135
Parking .................................... 138
Engine exhaust .......................... 139
Diesel particle filter ..................139
Catalytic converter ...................140
Automatic transmission ..............140
Transmission display ...............140
Selector lever .......................... 141
Manual mode ........................... 142
Electronic driving programmes 142
Fault ........................................ 143
Interruption of power supply ....143
Manual transmission ..................144Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 144
Transmission display ...............145
Starting the engine ..................145
Selector lever .......................... 145
Manual mode ........................... 147
Electronic driving programmes 147
Fault ........................................ 147
Brakes ........................................ 148
Antilock brake system .............148
Parking brake .......................... 149
Brake assist ............................. 149
Hill start assist ......................... 149
Ride control systems .................150
Traction Control system ..........150
Electronic Stability Control ......151
City mode ................................ 152
Driver assistance systems .........153
Cruise control .......................... 153
Speed limiter ........................... 155
Forward collision alert .............156
Following distance indication ...158
Parking assist .......................... 159
Side blind spot alert .................169
Rear view camera ...................170
Traffic sign assistant ................171
Lane departure warning ..........175
Fuel ............................................ 176
Fuel for petrol engines .............176Fuel for diesel engines ............176
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....176
Refuelling ................................ 178
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions .............................. 181
Trailer hitch ................................ 182
General information .................182
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 182
Trailer towing ........................... 183
Towing equipment ...................184
Trailer stability assist ...............186