
Pinch protection systemDanger of jamming even with pinch pro‐
tection
Even with the pinch protection system, check
that the window's closing path is clear; other‐
wise, the closing action may not stop in certain
situations, e.g., if thin objects are present.◀
No window accessories
Do not install any accessories in the win‐
dow's range of movement; otherwise, the
pinch protection system will be impaired.◀
If closing force exceeds a specific margin as a
window closes, closing is interrupted.
The window reopens slightly.
Closing without the pinch protection
system
Keep the closing path clear
Monitor closing and make sure that the
closing path of the window is clear; otherwise,
injuries may result.◀
E.g. danger from the outside or ice might pre‐
vent window from closing properly - proceed
as follows:1.Pull the reel past the resistance point and
hold it there.
The pinch protection is limited and the
window reopens slightly if the closing force
exceeds a certain margin.2.Pull the reel past the resistance point again
within approx. 4 seconds and hold it there.
The window closes without jam protection.
Safety switch
General information
The following functions can be locked simulta‐
neously, using the switch:
▷Opening and closing of the rear windows
using the switches in the rear.▷Operation of the roller sunblinds using the
switches in the rear.▷Adjustment of the power rear seats.▷Adjustment of the power head restraints in
the rear.
Switching on and off
Press button.
The LED lights up if the safety func‐
tion is switched on.
Safety switch for rear operation
Press the safety switch when transport‐
ing children in the rear; otherwise, injury may
result if the windows are closed without super‐
vision.◀
Roller sunblinds
General information
The safety switch in the driver's door can be
used to prevent children, e. g., from operating
the roller sunblinds using the switches in the
rear.
Press the safety switch in the driver's door.
The LED lights up if the safety function is
switched on.
If you are no longer able to move the roller sun‐
blinds after having activated them consecu‐
tively a number of times, the system is blocked
for a limited time to prevent overheating. Let
the system cool.
The roller sunblinds cannot be moved at low
interior temperatures.
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The radio-ready state remains active if, e.g.,
the ignition is automatically switched off for the
following reasons:▷Opening or closing the driver's door.▷Unfastening of the driver's safety belt.▷When automatically switching from low
beams to parking lights.
If the engine is switched off and the ignition is
switched on, the system automatically
switches to the radio-ready state if the lights
are turned off or, if correspondingly equipped,
the daytime running lights are activated.
Starting the engine
Hints Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas, since breathing in exhaust fumes may
lead to loss of consciousness and death. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas.◀
Unattended vehicle
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the engine running; doing so poses a risk of
danger.
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐
ning, set the parking brake and place the trans‐
mission in selector lever position P or N to pre‐
vent the vehicle from moving.◀
Repeated starting in quick succession
Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat‐
edly and in quick succession. Otherwise, the
fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned,
posing a risk of overheating and damage to the
catalytic converter.◀
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at
moderate engine speeds.
Starting the engine
Press on the brake pedal and
press the Start/Stop button.
The engine is cranked until it
starts.
Engine stop
Hints Take the remote control with youTake the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐
not start the engine.◀
Apply parking brake and further secure
the vehicle if needed.
Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐
erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward
and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐
hicle, e.g., by turning the steering wheel in the
direction of the curb.◀
Before driving into a car wash
So that the vehicle can roll into a car wash ob‐
serve instructions for going into an automatic
car wash, refer to page  237.
Switching off the engine1.Engage transmission position P with the
vehicle stopped.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
The engine is switched off.
The radio-ready state is switched on.3.Set the parking brake.
Auto Start/Stop function
The concept The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
The system switches off the engine during a
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LoadingVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Hints Overloading the vehicle
To avoid exceeding the approved ca‐
pacity of the tires, never overload the vehicle.
Overloading can lead to overheating and in‐
creases the rate at which damage develops in‐
side the tires. This could result in a sudden
loss of tire inflation pressure.◀
No fluids in the cargo area
Make sure that fluids do not leak into the
cargo area; otherwise, the vehicle may be dam‐
aged.◀
Heavy and hard objects
Do not stow any heavy and hard objects
in the car's interior without securing them; oth‐
erwise, they may present a danger to occu‐
pants, e.g., during braking and evasive maneu‐
vers.◀
Determining the load limit1.Locate the following statement on your ve‐
hicle’s placard:▷The combined weight of occupants
and cargo should never exceed XXX kg
or YYY lbs. Otherwise, damage to thevehicle and unstable driving situations
may result.2.Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.3.Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX kilograms or
YYY pounds.4.The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load ca‐
pacity.
For example, if the YYY amount equals
1,000 lbs and there will be four 150 lbs
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity
is 400 lbs: 1,000 lbs minus 600 lbs =
400 lbs.5.Determine the combined weight of lug‐
gage and cargo being loaded on the vehi‐
cle. That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity
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Night Vision 125 
Night Vision device, see Night Vision  125 
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing  235 
O OBD Onboard Diagnosis  224 
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis  224 
Object detection, see Night Vision  125 
Obstacle marking, rearview camera  155 
Octane rating, refer to Rec‐ ommended fuel grade  202 
Odometer  92 
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Oil  218  
Oil, adding  219 
Oil additives  219 
Oil change  220 
Oil change interval, service requirements  93 
Oil filler neck  219 
Oil types, alternative  220 
Oil types, approved  220 
Old batteries, disposal  230 
On-board computer  96 
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display  18 
Onboard vehicle tool kit  225 
Opening/closing via door lock  39 
Opening and closing  34 
Opening and closing, without remote control  39 
Opening and closing, with re‐ mote control  37 
Opening the tailgate with no- touch activation  45 
Operating concept, iDrive  18 Optional equipment, standard
equipment  6 
Outside air, refer to Auto‐ matic recirculated-air con‐
trol  165  
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature  92 
P Paint, vehicle  238 
Panoramic glass sunroof  51 
Parallel parking assistant  159 
Park Distance Control PDC  151 
Parked-car ventilation  169 
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion  188 
Parking aid, refer to PDC  151 
Parking assistant  159 
Parking brake  73 
Parking lights  102 
Parking with Automatic Hold  74 
Parts and accessories  7 
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward  64 
Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ era  154  
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol  151  
Pedestrian detection, see Night Vision  125 
Pedestrian warning with city braking function  122 
Personal Profile  35 
Personal Profile, exporting profiles  36 
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof  52 
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows  50 
Plastic, care  239 
Power failure  230 
Power windows  49 Pressure, tire air pres‐
sure  204 
Pressure warning FTM, tires  110 
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file  35 
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive  23 
Protective function, glass sunroof  52 
Protective function, win‐ dows  50 
Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller  18 
R Radiator fluid  221 
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control  34 
Radio ready state  70 
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication 
Rain sensor  79 
Rear automatic climate con‐ trol  167  
Rear axle steering  138 
Rear lights  228 
Rear seats  58 
Rear sockets  174 
Rearview camera  153 
Rearview mirror  63 
Rear window defroster  165 
Recirculated-air mode  165 
Recommended fuel grade  202 
Recommended tire brands  210 
Refueling  200 
Remaining range  92 
Remote control/key  34 
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion  39 
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