Driving and operating135start off quickly, release the brake
pedal and accelerate immediately
after engaging a gear.
In automatic mode the transmission
shifts to other gears automatically,
dependent on driving conditions.
To engage manual mode, move the
selector lever towards A/M. The
current gear will appear in the
transmission display.
To engage first gear, depress brake
pedal and move selector lever
towards + or -. Shift to a higher or
lower gear by moving selector lever to
+ or -. Gears can be skipped by
moving the selector lever repeatedly
at short intervals.
Stopping the vehicle
In automatic or manual mode,
first gear is engaged and the clutch is
released when the vehicle is stopped.
In R, reverse gear remains engaged.
When stopping on gradients, engage
parking brake or depress the brake
pedal. To prevent overheating of the
clutch, an intermittent audiblewarning may sound as a signal to
depress the brake pedal or apply the
parking brake.
Switch off engine if stopping for a
lengthy period, e.g. in traffic jams.
When the vehicle is parked and the
driver's door is opened, a warning
chime will sound if neutral is not
selected or the brake pedal has not
been depressed.
Engine braking
Automatic mode
When driving downhill, the manual
transmission automated does not
shift into higher gears until a fairly
high engine speed has been reached. It shifts down in good time when
braking.
Manual mode
To utilise the engine braking effect,
select a lower gear in good time when
driving downhill.Rocking the vehicle
Rocking the vehicle is only
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in
sand, mud, snow or a hole. Move the
selector lever between R and A/M (or
between + and -) in a repeat pattern,
while applying light pressure to the
accelerator pedal. Do not race the
engine and avoid sudden
acceleration.
Parking
Apply the parking brake. The most
recently engaged gear (see
transmission display) remains
engaged. With N, no gear is engaged.
When the ignition is switched off, the
transmission no longer responds to
movement of the selector lever.
If the ignition is not switched off, or the
parking brake has not been applied, a
warning chime will sound upon
opening the driver's door.
Manual mode If a higher gear is selected when the
engine speed is too low, or a lower
gear when the speed is too high, the
Driving and operating151is detected, control indicator ì
flashes together with a warning chime
to alert the driver.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by
pressing ì; LED in the button
illuminates. A corresponding message also appears in the DIC.
At speeds below approx. 37 mph the
system is inoperable.
Operation hints
The lane departure warning system
may not operate properly when:
● The windscreen is not clean.
● There are adverse environmental
conditions like heavy rain, snow,
direct sunlight or shadows.
The system cannot operate when no
lane marking is detected.
Fault In the event of a fault in the system, a
warning message appears in the DIC
and the LED in the button illuminates.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 92.Fuel
Fuel for diesel engines
Only use diesel fuel that complies
with EN 590. The fuel must have low
sulphur content (max. 10 ppm).
Equivalent standardised fuels with a
biodiesel (= FAME according to
EN14214) content of max. 7% by
volume (like DIN 51628 or equivalent
standards) may be used.
In countries outside the European
Union use Euro-Diesel fuel with a
sulphur concentration below 50 ppm.Caution
Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 590 or similar can lead to
engine powerloss, increased wear
or engine damage and may affect
your warranty.
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating
oils or entirely plant-based diesel
fuels, such as rape seed oil or bio
176Vehicle carePlace the fuse extractor on the
various types of fuse from the top or
side, and withdraw fuse.
Engine compartment fusebox
Located below the coolant expansion
tank.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
Due to restricted accessibility, have
fuses replaced by a workshop.SymbolCircuitSRight side lightsTLeft side lightsWRight low beamaLeft low beam>Front fog lightLLeft high beamNRight high beamuABSKWindscreen wiperSymbolCircuitnHeating and ventilation
system / Air conditioningVHeated windscreen
Instrument panel fuse box
Located behind the trim panel on the
left-hand side of the instrument panel.
Pull upper part of trim panel to
remove.
Do not store any objects behind this
panel.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
SymbolCircuitZInfotainment system / Seat
heating / Vehicle display
screen / Audio connec‐
tions / Alarm?Power outletÌCigarette lightereInstrument panelUCentral locking0Interior lightsOTurn signals / Rear fog
lights / Body control moduleDIAGDiagnostic connectoruABS / Electronic Stability
ProgramdInterior lights / Brake lightsZBody control moduleSTOPBrake light
Vehicle care177SymbolCircuitIBody control module /
Power windows / Heating
and ventilation system / Air
conditioningmLeft heated rear windownRight heated rear windowRWindscreen washerMElectronic immobiliserUHeated seatsFBLCornering lightlHands-free connection&TachographPTOPower take-offjHornÍPreheating / Diesel fuel filterxClimate control fandHeated exterior mirrorsTLeft-hand side lightSRight-hand side lightSymbolCircuitQPneumatic suspensionONavigation systemADPAdditional adaptations,Power windows / Body
control module
Load compartment fuse box
Combi
Located behind the trim panel on the
right-hand side of the load
compartment, beside the rear door.
Using a suitable tool, e.g. a flat-blade screwdriver, unclip the trim panel at
the 3 locations shown in the
illustration and remove.
Do not store any objects behind this
panel.No.Circuit1Speed 3: additional evaporator2Speed 2: additional evaporator3Speed 1: additional evaporator
178Vehicle careBus
Located below the step trim panel on
the lower right-hand side of the load
compartment.
Using a suitable tool, e.g. a flat-blade screwdriver, unclip the trim panel at
the 3 locations shown in the
illustration and remove.
Do not store any objects behind this
panel.
No.Circuit1Speed 2: right-hand evaporator
fan2Speed 2: left-hand evaporator
fan3Speed 1: left-hand evaporator
fan4Left-hand heating5Speed 3: left-hand evaporator
fan6Condenser fan7Right-hand heating8Speed 3: right-hand evaporator
fan9Power sliding door10Corridor lighting11Foot panel12Child safety warning buzzer13Speed 1: right-hand evaporator
fan
198Vehicle careUnpainted plastic body parts must notbe treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Matt filmed body parts or decor tapes must not be polished, to avoid
gleaming. Do not use hot wax
programmes in automatic car washes if the vehicle is equipped with theseparts.
Matt painted decor parts, e.g. mirror
housing cover, must not be polished.
Otherwise these parts would become
agleam or the colour would be
dissolved.
Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.Remove dirt residues from smearing
wiper blades by using a soft cloth and window cleaner. Also make sure to
remove any residues such as wax,
insect residues and similar from the
window.
Wheels and tyres Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage with
a 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 upholstery Only 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.
232Front storage................................ 67
Front turn signal lights ...............170
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 153
Fuel economy rating (ecoScoring) 94
Fuel for diesel engines ..............151
Fuel gauge ................................... 80
Fuel tank ..................................... 224
Fuse box ............................. 176, 177
Fuses ......................................... 174
G Gauges ......................................... 79
General information ...................153
Glass panel .................................. 38
Glovebox ..................................... 67
Glovebox cooler ......................... 116
Ground clearance .......................125
H Hand brake - see Parking brake. 138
Hazard warning flashers ............100
Headlight flash ............................. 99
Headlight range adjustment ........99
Headlights ...................... 97, 98, 167
Headlights when driving abroad ..99
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 39
Heated exterior mirrors .................15
Heated mirrors ............................. 34
Heated rear window ...............15, 37Heating ........................................ 45
Heating and ventilation system . 105
High beam ............................. 91, 98
High beam assist ....................91, 98
Hill start assist ........................... 139
Horn ....................................... 14, 75
Hub cap hook ............................. 179
I
Identification plate .....................204
Idle speed control .......................121
Ignition switch positions .............120
Immobiliser .................................. 32
Indicators ...................................... 79
Info display ................................... 92
Information displays...................... 92
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument cluster ........................79
Instrument panel fuse box .........176
Instrument panel illumination .....174
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage .............66
Interior care ............................... 198
Interior lighting ............................ 101
Interior lights ...................... 101, 173
Interior mirrors .............................. 35
Interruption of power supply ......137
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....65J
Jack ............................................ 179
Journey record.............................. 94
Jump starting ............................. 193
K Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lane departure warning .......88, 150
Lashing eyes ............................... 69
Light covers, misted.................... 101
Lighting ......................................... 97
Lighting features .........................103
Light switch .................................. 97
Load compartment........................ 21 Load compartment fuse box ......177
Load compartment lighting .........102
Loading information .....................72
Low fuel ....................................... 90
M Malfunction indicator light ............87
Manual adjustment ......................33
Manual anti-dazzle ......................35
Manual door locks ........................21
Manual mode ............................. 135
Manual transmission............. 16, 133
Manual transmission automated ......................... 16, 134
233Manual windows ..........................35
Messages ..................................... 92
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 33, 35
Misted light covers .....................101
N New vehicle running-in ..............120
Number plate light .....................173
O Object detection systems ...........146
Odometer ..................................... 80 Oil ............................................... 160
Oil, engine .......................... 201, 205
Oil level ......................................... 81
Oil pressure .................................. 90
Outside temperature ....................77
Overcab storage ..........................68
Overhead console .......................67
Overrun cut-off ........................... 122
P
Parking ................................ 17, 124
Parking assist ............................ 146
Parking brake ............................ 138
Parking ticket holder .....................37
Particulate filter ........................... 127
Performing work ........................159
Pollen filter ................................. 116
Power door locks ..........................24Power outlets ............................... 78
Power side step ............................ 26
Power sliding door ........................26
Power steering fluid ....................162
Power take-off ............................ 155
Power windows ............................ 35
Preheating ........................... 89, 121
Puncture ............................. 185, 188
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 228
Radio remote control ...................20
Rain sensor .................................. 76
Reading lights ............................ 102
Rear air conditioning system .....110
Rear bench seat storage ..............68
Rear courtesy light...................... 101
Rear doors ................................... 29
Rear fog light ............................... 91
Rear fog lights ...................... 97, 101
Rear heating system .................. 109
Rear reading light .......................102
Rear seats .................................... 46
Rear storage ................................. 68
Rear view camera ...................... 147
Rear windows .............................. 36
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 201, 205
Refuelling ................................... 152Remote control ............................. 20
Retractable parking brake ..........138
Reversing lights .........................101
Ride control systems ..................140
Ride height ................................. 125
Roof .............................................. 38
Roof load ...................................... 72
Roof rack ..................................... 72
S Safety belts ................................... 48
Safety net .................................... 71
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 41
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................86
Seat belts ..................................... 48
Seat heating ................................. 45
Seat position ................................ 40
Selective catalytic reduction .......128
Selector lever ............................. 134
Service ............................... 117, 200
Service display ......................82, 87
Service information ....................200
Service vehicle soon .................... 87
Side airbag system ......................54
Sidelights ...................................... 97
Side turn signal lights ................171
Side windows................................ 36
Sliding door .................................. 26
Spare wheel ............................... 190