Storage73Loading information● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenly
distributed and placed as far
forward as possible. If objects
can be stacked, the heavier
objects should be placed at the
bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes
3 71.
● Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not be
angled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, orhinder the freedom of movement
of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment. In addition, the
number plate is only
distinguishable and illuminated correctly if the doors are closed.9 Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 185) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
Weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
● Driving with a roof load increases
the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a
detrimental effect on vehicle
handling due to the vehicle's
higher centre of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly and
secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure
and vehicle speed according to
the load conditions. Check and
retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph.
The permissible roof load is
200 kg for H1 Roof height
variants and 150 kg for H2 Roof
height variants (excludes
Platform cab conversions). The
roof load is the combined weight
of the roof rack and the load.
Instruments and controls85Turn signals 3 99.
Seat belt reminder X illuminates or flashes red.
If the seat belt is unfastened, control indicator X will flash when vehicle
speed exceeds approx. 10 mph. A warning chime also sounds for up to2 minutes.
If the seat belt is fastened, the
indicator light extinguishes.
Notice
Heavy objects on the front seats
may cause control indicator X to
illuminate. Remove the object from
the seat or fasten the seat belt.9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
Three-point seat belts 3 50.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.
If it does not illuminate or illuminates
whilst driving, there is a fault in the
belt tensioner or the airbag system.
The airbags and belt tensioners may
fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.
Deployment of the belt tensioners or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt tensioners, airbag system 3 49,
3 53.
Airbag deactivation Ó ON illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
activated.
* OFF illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 57.
If both control indicators ÓON and
* OFF are illuminated
simultaneously, there is a system
failure. The status of the system is not discernible, therefore no person is
permitted to occupy the front
passenger seat. Contact a workshop
immediately.
If illuminated in conjunction with v or
F , seek the assistance of a workshop.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Airbag system 3 53, belt tensioners
3 49, airbag deactivation 3 57.
104Climate control● Open side air vents as requiredand direct them towards door
windows.
● For simultaneous warming of the
foot well, set air distribution
control to J.
Heated rear window 3 41.
Air conditioning system
In addition to the heating and
ventilation system, the air
conditioning system has controls for:
A/C:cooling4:air recirculation
Heated seats 3 46.
Cooling (A/C)
Press A/C to switch on cooling.
Activation is indicated by illumination
of the LED in the button. Cooling is
only functional when the engine is running and climate control fan is
switched on.
Press A/C again to switch off cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) the air when
outside temperature is above a
specific level. 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 an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 119.
Notice
Air conditioning performance is
reduced when ECO mode has been
activated 3 114.
Air recirculation system 4
Press 4 to activate air recirculation
mode. Activation is indicated by
illumination of the LED in the button.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 might mist up from outside when cold air is
directed towards it. If windscreen
mists up from outside, activate
windscreen wiper and avoid the use
of air distribution settings J and V.
Maximum cooling
Briefly open the windows so that hot air can disperse quickly.
● Cooling A/C on.
● Air recirculation system 4 on.
● Set air distribution control to M.
Climate control105● Set temperature control tocoldest level.
● Set fan speed to highest level.
● Open all air vents.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
● Set temperature control to warmest level.
● Set fan speed to highest level.
● Set air distribution control to V.
● Switch cooling A/C on.
● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door
windows.
● For simultaneous warming of the
foot well, set air distribution
control to J.
Heated rear window 3 41.Electronic climate control
system
Controls for: ● air distribution
● temperature
● fan speed
AUTO:automatic modeÊ:demisting and defrostingÜ:heated rear windowA/C OFF:switch off air conditioningu:manual air recirculation
Heated rear window Ü 3 41, Heated
seats 3 46.
The preselected temperature is
automatically regulated. In Automatic
mode, the fan speed and air
distribution automatically regulate the air flow.
The system can be manually adapted
via the use of air distribution and air
flow controls.
Electronic climate control system is
only fully operational when the engine is running.
Automatic mode AUTO Basic setting for maximum comfort: ● Switch on the fan.
● Press AUTO; fan speed, air
distribution, cooling and air
recirculation are regulated
automatically.
● Set the desired temperature. ● Open all air vents.
To switch off the electronic climate
control system, switch off the fan.
Temperature preselection Temperatures can be set to the
desired value.
Vehicle care163No.Circuit41Load compartment power outlet42Driver power window43Rear power outlet44Starting / body control module45Heated seats46Heating / air conditioning47Windscreen wiper48Tachograph
After having changed defective fuses,
replace the trim panel.
Vehicle tools
Tools
The jack, wheel wrench, wheel bolt
sleeve, torx key, adapters, wheel
cover hook, towing eye are contained
in a unit, stowed under the driver's
seat.
Slide seat forwards and fold the
backrest forwards 3 44 to access the
tool box. The tool box may be secured
in position with a wing nut.
Wheel changing 3 171, Spare wheel
3 173.
Vehicles with tyre repair kit: The
wheel cover hook and torx key are
stored within the tyre repair kit case,
stowed under the driver's seat.
Tyre repair kit 3 169.
176Vehicle carefar away from the discharged
vehicle battery as possible,
however at least 60 cm.
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump start.
2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of
1 minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads
connected.
4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.Towing
Towing the vehicle The towing eye is stowed with thevehicle tools 3 163.
Release cap using a suitable tool.
Screw the towing eye clockwise into
the front towing point and tighten fully
using the wheel wrench.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow rod - to the towing eye, never to the
bumper or front suspension units.
Caution
Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear. The front towing eye must
only be used for towing and not
recovering a vehicle.
Caution
Activate the child locks in the rear
doors if the rear seats are
occupied. Child locks 3 29.
Switch on ignition to permit operation
of brake lights, horn and windscreen
wipers, and move the steering wheel
slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
Transmission in neutral.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
Technical data195
Wheelbase
CombiL1L2Roof heightH1H1Sliding side door aperture width - at 100 mm from floor [mm]10301030Sliding side door aperture height [mm]128412849)Depending on number of seats.
Wheelbase
Double cabL1L2Roof heightH1H1Maximum rear door aperture height [mm]13201320Rear door aperture width (at floor) [mm]13911391Maximum load area height [mm]13871387Maximum load area width [mm]16621662Width between wheel arches [mm]12681268Maximum load floor length [mm]20232423Maximum load floor length - behind rear seats [mm]13401740Loading height unladen [mm]552552Sliding side door aperture width [mm]12291229
204Exterior lighting ......................12, 96
Exterior mirrors ............................. 37
F
Fault messages ............................ 91
First aid kit ................................... 72
Fixed air vents ........................... 112
Fog light ....................................... 90
Fog lights .............................. 99, 154
Fog tail light ............................... 157
Folding centre seatback ...............67
Folding front centre passenger seat ........................................... 45
Folding mirrors ............................. 38
Foot well lights ............................ 100
Front airbag system .....................56
Front courtesy lights ...................100
Front door pockets........................ 68
Front fog lights ........................ 96, 99
Front seats.................................... 43
Front storage ................................ 67
Front turn signal lights ...............155
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 142
Fuel cut-off system .....................119
Fuel economy gauge ....................81
Fuel economy mode .....................89
Fuel economy rating ...............91, 93
Fuel for diesel engines ..............140
Fuel gauge ................................... 81Fuel tank ..................................... 197
Fuse box ..................................... 160
Fuses ......................................... 159
G Gauges ......................................... 79
General information ...................142
Glovebox ..................................... 66
Glovebox cooler ......................... 112
Glove box lighting .......................101
H Hand brake ................................. 128
Hand brake - see Parking brake. 129
Hazard warning flashers ..............98
Headlight flash ............................. 97
Headlight range adjustment ........97
Headlights ...................... 96, 97, 154
Headlights when driving abroad ..98
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 42
Heated exterior mirrors .................15
Heated mirrors ............................. 38
Heated rear window ...............15, 41
Heating ........................................ 46
Heating and ventilation system . 103
Heat-reflecting windscreen ...........39
High beam ............................. 89, 97
Hill start assist ........................... 130
Horn ....................................... 14, 75I
Identification plate .....................185
Idle speed control .......................118
Ignition switch positions .............116
Immobiliser .................................. 36
Indicators ...................................... 79
Info-display ................................... 90
Information displays...................... 90
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument cluster ........................79
Instrument panel fuse box .........160
Instrument panel illumination .....158
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 100
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............66
Instrument panel tray ....................66
Interior care ............................... 179
Interior lighting ............................ 100
Interior lights ...................... 100, 158
Interior mirrors .............................. 38
Introduction .................................... 3
Isofix child restraint systems ........ 65
J
Jack ............................................ 163
Journey record.............................. 93
Jump starting ............................. 174