84Instruments and controlsCharging systemp 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 93.
Brake and clutch system R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low, when manual parking brake is
not applied 3 168.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 135.
Operate pedal - illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Clutch pedal must be depressed to
start the engine in Autostop mode.
Stop-start system 3 126.
Flashes
Clutch pedal must be depressed for a main start of the engine 3 16, 3 125.
Antilock brake system
(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Instruments and controls87Illuminates 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.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is
stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 165.
Low fuel
i illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Refuelling 3 154.
Catalytic converter 3 130.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 170.
Immobiliser d flashes yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a repairer.
Exterior light
8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 106.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminates when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 107 , or when
high beam is on with high beam
assist, adaptive forward lighting
3 109.
Adaptive forward lighting f illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
The adaptive forward lighting system
needs a service.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. Adaptive forward lighting 3 109.
Driving and operating123Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 124
Control of the vehicle ...............124
Steering ................................... 124
Starting and operating ...............124
New vehicle running-in ............124
Ignition switch positions ...........125
Starting the engine ..................125
Overrun cut-off ........................ 126
Stop-start system ....................126
Parking .................................... 128
Engine exhaust .......................... 129
Diesel particle filter ..................129
Catalytic converter ...................130
Automatic transmission ..............130
Transmission display ...............130
Selector lever .......................... 131
Manual mode ........................... 132
Electronic driving programmes 132
Fault ........................................ 132
Interruption of power supply ....132
Manual transmission ..................133
Drive systems ............................ 134
All-wheel drive ......................... 134Brakes........................................ 135
Antilock brake system .............135
Parking brake .......................... 135
Brake assist ............................. 136
Hill start assist ......................... 136
Ride control systems .................136
Traction Control system ..........136
Electronic Stability Control ......137
Descent control system ...........138
Driver assistance systems .........139
Cruise control .......................... 139
Speed limiter ........................... 140
Forward collision alert .............141
Parking assist .......................... 143
Rear view camera ...................145
Traffic sign assistant ................147
Lane departure warning ..........150
Fuel ............................................ 151
Fuel for petrol engines .............151
Fuel for diesel engines ............151
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....152
Refuelling ................................ 154
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions .............................. 157
Trailer hitch ................................ 158
General information .................158
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 158Trailer towing........................... 158
Towing equipment ...................159
130Driving and operating% flashes when diesel particle filter
has reached the maximum filling
level. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the engine.
Cleaning process To activate cleaning process,
continue driving, keep engine speed
above 2000 revolutions per minute.
Shift down if necessary. Diesel
particle filter cleaning is then started.
If control indicator g also
illuminates, cleaning is not possible:
seek the assistance of a workshop.Caution
If the cleaning process is
interrupted, there is a risk of
provoking severe engine damage.
Cleaning takes place quickest at high engine speeds and loads.
The control indicator % extinguishes
as soon as the self-cleaning
operation is complete.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 151, 3 212 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.
Automatic transmission
The automatic transmission permits
automatic gearshifting (automatic
mode) or manual gearshifting
(manual mode).
Transmission display
The mode or selected gear is shown
in the transmission display.
132Driving and operatingManual mode
Move selector lever to position M.
Press button on the selector lever:
<:shift to a higher gear]:shift to a lower gear
If a higher gear is selected when
vehicle speed is too low, or a lower
gear when vehicle speed is too high,
the shift is not executed. This can
cause a message in the Driver
Information Centre.
In manual mode no automatic shifting to a higher gear takes place at high
engine revolutions.
Electronic driving
programmes
● Following a cold start, the operating temperature
programme increases engine
speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
● The automatic neutral shift function automatically shifts to
idling when the vehicle is stopped
with a forward gear engaged and
the brake pedal is pressed.
● Special programmes automatically adapt the shifting
points when driving up inclines or down hills.
Kickdown
If the accelerator pedal is pressed
down completely in automatic mode,
the transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on engine speed.Fault
In the event of a fault, g illuminates.
Additionally a code number or a
vehicle message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre. Vehicle
messages 3 93.
The transmission no longer shifts
automatically. Continued travel is possible with manual shifting.
Only the highest gear is available.
Depending on the fault, second gear
may also be available in manual
mode. Shift only when vehicle is at a
standstill.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Interruption of power supply In the event of an interruption of
power supply, the selector lever
cannot be moved out of the P
position. The ignition key cannot be
removed from the ignition switch.
If the battery is discharged, start the
vehicle using jump leads 3 197.
If the battery is not the cause of the
fault, release the selector lever.
224IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 163
Adaptive forward lighting .....87, 109
Adjustable air vents ...................121
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........83
Airbag deactivation ................47, 83
Airbag label................................... 42 Airbag system .............................. 42
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 122
Air conditioning system .............. 117
Air intake .................................... 122
Air vents...................................... 121
All-wheel drive ........................... 134
Antilock brake system ................ 135
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......84
Anti-theft alarm system ................25
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................201
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................29
Automatic light control ...............107
Automatic locking ........................23
Automatic transmission .............130
Autostop ..................................... 126
Auxiliary heater ........................... 121
B Battery discharge protection ......115
Battery voltage ............................. 95Bicycle rack .................................. 56
Bonnet ....................................... 164
Bonnet open ................................. 88
Brake and clutch fluid .................205
Brake and clutch system .............84
Brake assist ............................... 136
Brake fluid .................................. 168
Brakes ............................... 135, 168
Breakdown.................................. 199
Bulb replacement ....................... 171
C Capacities .................................. 216
Catalytic converter .....................130
Central locking system ................21
Centre console storage ...............56
Centre high-mounted brake light 176
Changing tyre and wheel size ...189
Charging system .......................... 84
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 49
Child restraints.............................. 48
Child restraint systems ................48
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............116
Clock ............................................ 75
Code ............................................. 93
Collision damage repair ..............221
Control indicators.......................... 80