Driving and operating171Electronic drivingprogrammes
● 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 gear
to idling when the vehicle is
stopped with a forward gear
engaged and the brake pedal is
pressed.
● When SPORT mode is engaged,
the vehicle shifts at higher engine speeds (unless cruise control is
on). SPORT mode 3 177.
● Special programmes automatically adapt the gearshift
points when driving up inclines or
down hills.
● When starting-off in snowy or icy conditions or on other slippery
surfaces, the electronic
transmission control selects a
higher gear automatically.Kickdown
If the accelerator pedal is presseddown 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 3 122.
The transmission no longer shifts
automatically. Continued travel is
possible with manual shifting.
Only the highest gear is available.
Depending on the fault, 2nd 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 vehicle battery is discharged,
start the vehicle using jump leads
3 262.
If the vehicle battery is not the cause
of the fault, release the selector lever.
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Release the selector lever trim from the centre console at the
front, fold it upwards and rotate it
to the left.
Vehicle care223Vehicle careGeneral Information...................224
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 224
Vehicle storage ........................224
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....224
Vehicle checks ........................... 225
Performing work ......................225
Bonnet ..................................... 225
Engine oil ................................. 226
Engine coolant ......................... 227
Power steering fluid .................228
Washer fluid ............................ 229
Brakes ..................................... 229
Brake fluid ............................... 229
Vehicle battery ......................... 229
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....231
Wiper blade replacement ........231
Bulb replacement .......................232
Halogen headlights ..................232
Adaptive forward lighting .........234
Fog lights ................................. 235
Tail lights ................................. 236
Side turn signal lights ..............238
Number plate light ...................239Interior lights ............................ 239
Instrument panel illumination ...240
Electrical system ........................240
Fuses ....................................... 240
Engine compartment fuse box . 241
Instrument panel fuse box .......243
Load compartment fuse box ....244
Vehicle tools .............................. 246
Tools ........................................ 246
Wheels and tyres .......................247
Winter tyres ............................. 247
Tyre designations ....................247
Tyre pressure .......................... 247
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 248
Tread depth ............................. 251
Changing tyre and wheel size . 252
Wheel covers ........................... 252
Tyre chains .............................. 253
Tyre repair kit .......................... 253
Wheel changing .......................256
Spare wheel ............................ 258
Jump starting ............................. 262
Towing ....................................... 263
Towing the vehicle ...................263
Towing another vehicle ...........264Appearance care .......................265
Exterior care ............................ 265
Interior care ............................. 267
Vehicle care231Charging the vehicle battery9Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed
14.6 volts when using a battery
charger. Otherwise the vehicle
battery might be damaged.
Jump starting 3 262.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols: ● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulphuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's Manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Diesel fuel system bleeding If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for
15 seconds at a time. Then crank the
engine for a maximum of 40 seconds. Repeat this process after
no less than five seconds. If the
engine fails to start, seek the
assistance of a workshop.Wiper blade replacement
Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the
raised position, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
262Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged battery
can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
● Never expose the battery to naked flames or sparks.
●A discharged battery can already
freeze at a temperature of 0 °C.
Defrost the frozen battery before
connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a battery.
● Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 Volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged
battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.
● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission in P.
● Open the positive terminal protection caps of both batteries.
Lead connection order:
1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged battery.
Vehicle care2633. Connect the black lead to thenegative terminal of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point,
such as the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect as far away from the discharged
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.
2. After five minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of one
minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. three 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
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
short edge of the cap. Release the
cap by carefully moving the
screwdriver sidewards. To prevent
damage it is recommended to place a cloth between the screwdriver and
the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 246.
302GGauges ....................................... 104
General information ...................218
Glass panel .................................. 34
Glovebox ..................................... 66
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display ............................ 120
H Halogen headlights ....................232
Hand brake ......................... 173, 174
Hazard warning flashers ............145
Headlight flash ........................... 140
Headlight range adjustment ......141
Headlights................................... 138
Headlights when driving abroad 141
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 36
Heated mirrors ............................. 29
Heated rear window ..................... 33
Heated steering wheel .................97
Heating ........................................ 43
Heating and ventilation system . 150
High beam ......................... 115, 140
High beam assist ................115, 140
Hill start assist ........................... 175
Horn ....................................... 13, 98
I
Identification plate .....................272
Ignition switch positions .............160Immobiliser .......................... 28, 115
Indicators .................................... 104
Information displays.................... 116
Instrument cluster ......................104
Instrument panel fuse box .........243
Instrument panel illumination .....240
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 147
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............66
Interactive driving system ...........177
Interior care ............................... 267
Interior lighting ............................ 147
Interior lights ...................... 147, 239
Interior mirrors .............................. 30
Interruption of power supply ......171
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....65
J Jump starting ............................. 262
K Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lane departure warning .....113, 207
Lashing eyes ............................... 88
Lighting features .........................148
Light switch ................................ 138Load compartment ................25, 79
Load compartment cover .............82
Load compartment fuse box ......244
Loading information .....................94
Load rails and hooks ...................88
Low fuel ..................................... 115
Low washer fluid ........................116
M Malfunction indicator light ..........111
Manual anti-dazzle ......................30
Manual mode ............................. 170
Manual seat adjustment ...............39
Manual transmission .................. 172
Manual windows ..........................31
Memorised settings ......................23
Midlevel-Display ......................... 116
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................147
N New vehicle running-in ..............159
Number plate light .....................239
O Object detection systems ...........194
Odometer ................................... 104
Oil, engine .................. 226, 270, 274
OnStar ........................................ 133
Operate pedal ............................. 112
Outside temperature ..................100