Switching on the parking lights on both sides ›Switch on the ignition and turn the light switch into position » page 53 ,
the parking lights are turned on.›
Switch off the ignition and lock the vehicle.
After pulling out the ignition key and opening the driver's door, an audible
warning sounds. After a few seconds or after closing the driver's door, the au-
dible warning is turned off.
CAUTION
■ Turning on the parking light means the battery is heavily loaded.■The parking lights may switch off automatically due to a low battery charge.
If the two-sided parking lights are switched on when the ignition is off, the
parking lights will not switch on automatically!
Driving abroad
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
When driving in countries with opposing traffic system (traffic on the
left/right), your headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. Therefore, it is neces-
sary to have the headlights adapted by a specialist garage.
Interior lighting
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front interior lights
57
Interior lighting, rear
58
The inner lighting also works if the ignition is switched off. With the ignition
off (or after a door is opened),the lights will automatically switch off after ap-
proximately 10 minutes.
Front interior lightsFig. 45
Operation of the front light: Version 1 / version 2
Positions of the sliding light switch
A
» Fig. 45
Switching on
Switching off
Automatic operation
Switch on / off (by pressing the relevant switch
B
) » Fig. 45
Reading lamp left
Reading lamp right
Automatic operation - position
The system is turned on when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is unlocked.
▶ One of the doors is opened.
▶ The ignition key is removed.
The system is turned off when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is locked.
▶ The ignition is switched on.
▶ About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
57Lights and visibility
Interior lighting, rearFig. 46
Interior lights at the rear
Operation (by moving the lens
A
) » Fig. 46
Activating
Automatic operation (centre position) 1)
Switching off
Visibility
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Rear window heater
58
Front sun visors
59
Panoramic roof sun shade
59WARNINGNo objects should be attached to the sun visor that could restrict the view
or endanger the vehicle occupants during sudden braking or in a collision.Rear window heaterFig. 47
Button for rear window heater
Read and observe on page 58 first.
The heater for quick defrosting and ventilation of the rear window.
The heating only works when the engine is running.
›
To switch the heating on / off,press
button
» Fig. 47 .
When the heater is switched on, a lamp illuminates inside the button.
The heating automatically switches off after 10 minutes.
Note
If the on-board voltage decreases, the heating switches off automatically
» page 142 , Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery discharge
protection .1)
In this position, the same conditions apply as for the automatic operation of the lighting from the front
seats » page 57 .
58Operation
Front sun visorsFig. 48
Fold down visor / flip up visor / make-up mirror and parking per-
mit holder
Read and observe
on page 58 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 48
Swivel cover towards the windscreen
Swivel cover towards the door
Parking ticket band (depending on equipment)
Make-up mirror with cover (the cover can be pushed in the direction of the
arrow)
Note
A vanity mirror can be installed in either the driver's or the front passenger's
sun visor.
Panoramic roof sun shade
Fig. 49
Open sun screen
12ABRead and observe on page 58 first.
The sunshade of the panoramic roof can be opened manually in the direction
of arrow or closed in the opposite direction of the arrow » Fig. 49.
WARNINGWhen operating the sun blind, proceed with caution to avoid causing crush-
ing injuries – risk of injury!
Windscreen wipers and washers
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front wipers and washers
60
Rear wiper and washer/Reversing camera cleaning system
60
Headlight cleaning system
60
The windscreen wipers only operate if the ignition is switched on and the bon-
net is closed.
WARNINGDo not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures without
heating the windscreen beforehand. The window washer fluid could other-
wise freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
CAUTION
■ If the windscreen wipers are in rest position, they cannot be folded out from
the windscreen. The wipers must be set to the service position to raise them
off the windscreen » page 161.■
In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before switching on the
ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the wind-
screen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the windscreen,
this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor.
■
Carefully separate frozen windscreen wiper blades from the windscreen and
free from snow and ice.
■
Handle the windscreen wipers with care - there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen by the windscreen wiper arms.
■
Do not switch on the ignition when the wiper arm is raised from the wind-
screen - there is a risk of damage to the bonnet by the wiper arms.
59Lights and visibility
NoteDepending on vehicle equipment, the windscreen washer jets can be heated
automatically after starting the engine.
Front wipers and washers
Fig. 50
Operating the front windscreen
wipers and washer system
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The lever can be moved to the following positions » Fig. 50
High-speed wiping Slow-speed wiping
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Intermittent wiping
▶ Automatic windscreen wiping in the rain
Wipers and washers off
Single wipe of the windscreen (spring-loaded position)
Setting of windscreen wiper interval for the position
- by setting the
switch in the direction of the arrow, the windscreen wipers will wipe more
often
Spraying and wiping the disc (spring-loaded position) - after releasing the
operating lever the wipers continue for another 1 to 3 strokes.
Automatic windscreen wiping in the rain In Infotainment, can be activa-
ted/deactivated » Owner's Manual Infotainment .
WARNINGAutomatic wiping during rain is only a support. The driver is still responsible
for setting the function of the windscreen wipers manually depending on
the visibility conditions. ANoteIf the wiping is carried out without interruption, the wiping speed varies de-
pending on the vehicle speed.
Rear wiper and washer/Reversing camera cleaning system
Fig. 51
Operating the windscreen wipers
and washing system
Read and observe and on page 59 first.
The lever can be moved to the following positions » Fig. 51
Spraying and wiping the windscreen (sprung position) - after releasing the
control stalk, the wipers perform another 2 to 3 wiper strokes
Spraying the rear view camera (sprung position)
Rear screen wiping
Wipers and washers off
The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are on when reverse gear is selected. This function can be activated/deactivated in
the Infotainment » Owner's Manual Infotainment .
Headlight cleaning system
Read and observe
and on page 59 first.
The headlights are cleaned with every first and after every tenth spraying of
the windscreen under the following conditions.
The ignition is switched on.
The low beam is switched on.
The outside temperature is about -11° C to +36° C.
To ensure the correct functioning of the system, even in winter, this needs to be regularly cleared of snow and ice (e.g. using the de-icing spray).
60Operation
Rear view mirror
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror dimming
61
Mirrors
61WARNINGExterior mirrors increase the field of view, however, they make objects ap-
pear smaller and further away. Therefore, use the interior mirror whenever
possible for assessing the distances to the vehicles following behind.
Interior mirror dimming
Fig. 52
Interior mirror: manual dimming/auto-darkening
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
Mirrors with manual dimming » Fig. 52 -
Basic mirror position (not darkened)
Mirror dimming
Mirror with automatic dimming
The mirror dimming » Fig. 52 -
is automatically controlled after the engine
start.
When the interior lights are switched on or the reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror moves back into the basic position (not dimmed).
12WARNING■ Attach external devices (e.g. navigation system) not in the vicinity of the
mirror with automatic dimming . The illuminated display of an external de-
vice can affect the function of the rear-view mirror - it could cause an acci-
dent.■
The automatic dimming mirror only functions smoothly if the light falling
on the sensors is not compromised (e.g. by the sunshade at the back). The
sensors are located on the front and back of the mirror.
WARNING■ The mirrors with automatic dimming contain electrolyte fluid which may
leak if the mirror glass is broken - this can irritate skin, eyes and the respi-
ratory system.■
If your eyes or skin come into contact with the electrolytic fluid, immedi-
ately wash the affected area for several minutes plenty of water. If neces-
sary get medical assistance.
Mirrors
Fig. 53
Exterior mirror operation: mechanical / electrical
Read and observe
on page 61 first.
The outer mirror surfaces are (depending on the vehicle specification) mechan-
ically or electrically adjustable.
›
To set the mirror surface, move the knob in the direction of arrows » Fig. 53.
If the electrical mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjusted by
hand by carefully pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
61Lights and visibility
Removing/insertingFig. 60
Removing/instaling the headrest
The removal and installation of headrests is the same in the front and rear.
›
Before removing/installingthe headrests, fold the corresponding seat back-
rest slightly forward » page 63.
›
To remove the headrest, pull it out of the seat backrestup to the latch.
›
Press locking button
A
in the direction of arrow
1,
and pull out the head re-
straint in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 60 .
›
To insert the headrest, push the headrest into the seat backrest in the direc-
tion of arrow
3
until the locking button clicks into place.
Front seat heater
Fig. 61
Buttons for front seat heater
The seat backrests and seats can be heated electrically.
Seat heating buttons » Fig. 61
Left seat heating
Right seat heating
›
To turn on the heater at maximum heat (level 2) press button
or
.
By repeatedly pressing the button, the heat is turned down until it is com-
pletely switched off . The level of the seat heater is indicated by the number of
illuminated warning lights in the switch.
The seat heating only operates when the engine is running.WARNINGIf you are sensitive to pain and/or temperature, e.g. through medication,
paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes), we recommend not to
use the seat heating. If the seat heater is used, we recommend to make
regular breaks in your journey when driving long distances, so that the
body can recuperate from the stress of the journey. Please consult your
doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.
CAUTION
The following instructions must be observed to avoid damage to the seats.■Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply concentrated pressure to them.■
Do not switch on the heating for unoccupied seats.
■
Do not switch on the heating for seats which have objects on them (e.g. a
child seat, bag or similar).
■
Do not switch on the heating for seats which have seat covers or protective
covers on them.
Note
■ If the heaters for the rear seats are set to their highest intensity (level 2),
they are automatically switched down to level 1 after 10 minutes.■
If the on-board voltage decreases, the seat heating switches off automati-
cally » page 142 , Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery dis-
charge protection .
65Seats and headrests
Storage compartment in the front arm restFig. 75
Storage compartment / open storage compartment
Read and observe
and on page 66 first.
›
To open the armrest in the area
A
grasp and lift the lid of the storage com-
partment in the direction of arrow » Fig. 75.
›
To close , swing the lid against the direction of the arrow until it audibly clicks
into place.
Glasses compartment
Fig. 76
Opening the glasses storage box
Read and observe and on page 66 first.
›
To open , press on the outer edge of the glasses compartment in area
A
.
The compartment folds in the direction of the arrow » Fig. 76.
›
To close , swivel the compartment against the direction of the arrow until it
audibly clicks into place.
The maximum permissible load of the glasses compartment is 250 g.
CAUTION■ Do not put any heat-sensitive objects in the glasses storage box - with high
temperatures there is risk of damage.■
The tray must be closed before leaving and locking the vehicle – risk of im-
pairment to the functions of the anti-theft alarm system.
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
Fig. 77
Open storage compartment / interior of the storage compartment
Read and observe
and on page 66 first.
Depending on the equipment provided, the storage compartment is equipped with a room lamp (this lights when opening the compartment), a bottle rack
with a capacity of max. 1 l
B
and a card holder
C
» Fig. 77 .
›
To open , pull the opening lever
A
in the direction of arrow
1
. The cover
folds in the arrow direction
2
.
›
To close , screw in the lid in the opposite direction of arrow
2
until it audibly
clicks into place.
71Useful features
WARNING■The blower should always be on to prevent the windows from misting.
Otherwise there is a risk of accident.■
Under certain circumstances, air at a temperature of about 5 °C can flow
out of the vents when the cooling system is switched on.
Note
■ The air inlet in front of the windscreen must be free of e.g. ice, snow or
leaves to ensure that the heating and cooling system operates properly.■
After switching on the cooling system condensation from the evaporator of
the air conditioning may drip down and form a puddle below the vehicle. This is
not a leak!
■
If the coolant temperature is too high, the cooling system is switched off to
ensure that the engine cools down.
Heating and manual air conditioning
Fig. 111
Controls of the heating / air conditioning
Read and observe
on page 86 first.
Individual functions can be set or switched on by turning the dial or pressing the corresponding button » Fig. 111. When the function is activated, a warning
light illuminates in the button.
Setting temperature
▶ Reduce the temperature /
Increase the temperature
Setting the fan speed (level 0: Fan off, level 4: high-speed)
Set the direction of the air outlet » page 88
Air flow to the windows
Air flow to the upper body
ABC
Air flow in the footwell
Air flow to the windows and the footwell
Switch recirculation on/off » page 88
Switch the cooling system on/off
Information on cooling system
After pressing the button
the indicator light on the button lights up, even if
not all the conditions for the cooling system have been met. The cooling sys-
tem starts to work as soon as the following conditions have been met
» page 85 .
If recirculated air mode is turned to position
when the blower is on, the
cooling system is switched on. The cooling system is switched off again by
turning the air distribution control out of the position .
If recirculated air mode is outside position when the recirculating air mode
is on, the cooling system is switched on.
Note
To ensure adequate thermal comfort, during operation of the manual air condi-
tioning there could be an increase in the engine idle speed in some circum-
stances.86Operation