AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemACCAdaptive cruise controlAGMVehicle battery typeAPNName of the access point for the data connectionTCSTraction controlCO2Carbon dioxideCOCDeclaration of conformityDPFDiesel particle filterDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxDSRActive driver-steering recommendationEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlETRim depthEUEuropean UnionHBAHydraulic brake assistHHCUphill start assistKESSYKeyless unlocking, starting and lockingkWKilowatt, measuring unit for outputLEDLighting element typeM1A passenger car constructed primarily for the transport of
peopleM1GPassenger car with enhanced off-road capabilityMCBMulti-collision brakeMGManual gearboxMSREngine drag torque controlN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsAbbreviationDefinitionNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberQiStandard for wireless charging by electrical inductionTDI CRDiesel engine with turbo-charging and common rail injection
systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbo charging and direct injectionVINVehicle identification numberWWatt, unit of powerWLANWireless data networkXDSFunctional extension of the electronic differential lock11Abbreviations
Operation
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
61
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
76
Door opening lever
55
Air outlet vents
113
Ticket holder
88
Operating lever (depending on equipment):
▶ Indicator light and high-beam headlight
67
▶Speed regulating system
239
▶Speed limiter
241
▶High-beam headlight assist
68
Steering wheel with horn / with driver's front airbag
19
Buttons for operating the information system
43
Instrument cluster
32
Operating lever:
▶ Windscreen wipers and washers
73
▶Information symbols
43
Infotainment
121
Interior rear-view mirror
76
Tray (up / down) on the passenger side
93
Front passenger airbag
19
External Infotainment module (in the front passenger storage
compartment)
123
Key switch for the front passenger airbag deactivation (on the
control panel side)
22
Power window in the front passenger door
62
Storage compartment
89
Light switch
66
Bonnet release lever
279
Storage compartment
88
Operating lever for adaptive cruise control
245
Steering wheel locking lever
131234567891011121314151617181920212223Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Ignition lock203
▶Starter button
203
Bars with buttons and warning lights (depending on the equip-
ment fitted): ▶ START-STOP
204
▶
Park Assist
233
▶
Parking aid
220
▶
Area View (Area View)
230
▶
Hazard lights
70
▶
Central locking system
54
▶
/
Warning light for the front seat passenger airbag
22
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
209
▶Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
210
Bars with buttons (depending on the equipment fitted):
▶ Selection of travel mode
251
▶
Auto Hold
207
▶
Electric parking brake
206
▶
Stabilisation control ESC / Traction control TCS
216, 217
▶
OFF ROAD mode
218
Storage compartment
89
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Phonebox
89
▶12-volt power outlet
97
▶Cigarette lighter
99
▶Ashtrays
98
▶USB and AUX inputs
90
Controls for heating / air conditioning
110
Note
The layout of the controls on right-hand drive vehicles differs partially from
that shown in » Fig. 19.24252627282931Cockpit
High temperature range - The pointer is in the range C. The coolant tempera-
ture is too high. The warning light illuminates in the instrument clus-
ter » page 39 .
Fuel gauge
Fig. 22
Fuel gauge
The display » Fig. 22 only works if the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 58 litres.
If the fuel level reaches the reserve level
A
» Fig. 22 , the warning light
illu-
minates in the instrument cluster » page 38.
WARNINGFor the vehicle systems to function correctly, and thus for safe driving,
there must be sufficient fuel in the tank. Never drain the fuel tank com-
pletely – risk of accident!
CAUTION
Never drive until the fuel tank is completely empty! The irregular supply of fuel
can cause misfiring, which can result in damage to parts of the engine and the
exhaust system.
Note
■ After filling up, it can occur that during dynamic driving (e.g. numerous
curves, braking, driving downhill and climbing a steep hill) the fuel gauge indi-
cates a fraction less.■
The arrow
next to the symbol
within the fuel gauge displays the installa-
tion location of the fuel filler on the right side of the vehicle.
Display in the rear centre consoleFig. 23
Display in rear centre console
The following information is shown in the display depending on the equipment
installed on the vehicle.
▶ Time
▶ Exterior temperature information
▶ Information on the Climatronic set temperature for occupants in the rear
seats
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Parking brake
34
Brake system
35
Front seat belt warning light
35
Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
35
Power steering / steering lock (KESSY system)
35
Stability Control (ESC) / traction control (ASR)
36
Traction control (ASR) deactivated
36
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
36
Rear fog light
36
Emission control system
36
Preheating unit (diesel)
36
EPC warning light (petrol)
37
Safety systems
37
Tyre pressure
37
Brake linings
38
33Instruments and warning lights
▶You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Stability Control (ESC) / traction control (ASR)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
flashes – the ESC or TCS is currently active.
lights up – there is an ESC or TCS fault.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
If the warning light comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be
switched off for technical reasons. ▶ Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on,
the TCS is fully functional again.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er- ror.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
For more information on the ESC system » page 216 or TCS system
» page 217 .
Traction control (ASR) deactivated
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
illuminates – the TCS system is disabled.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – there is an ABS fault.
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.WARNING■ If the warning light lights up at the same time as warning light
» page 35 , Brake system , do not continue your journey! Seek help
from a specialist garage.■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – risk of accident!
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – the rear fog light is switched on.
Emission control system
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
lights up – there is a fault in the emission control system. The system
makes it possible to drive on in emergency mode - there may be a noticeable
reduction in engine performance.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Preheating unit (diesel)
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
flashes – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light does not come
on or illuminates continuously.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
36Operation
Assist systems
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Radar sensor
215WARNING■ The assistance systems only serve to support the driver and do not re-
lieve the driver of the responsibility for driving the vehicle.■
The increased safety provision, as well as the increased occupant protec-
tion provided by the assistance systems must not tempt you to take risks -
risk of accident!
■
Adjust the speed and driving style to the current visibility, weather, road
and traffic conditions.
■
The assistance systems have physical and system-related limitations. For
this reason, the driver may experience some undesired or delayed system
responses in certain situations. You should therefore always be alert and
ready to intervene!
■
Only enable, disable or set the assistance systems when you have the car
fully under control, in every traffic situation - risk of accident!
Radar sensor
Fig. 264
Installation location of the radar
sensor
Read and observe on page 215 first.
The radar sensor (hereinafter referred to only sensor) uses electromagnetic
waves to capture the traffic situation ahead of the vehicle. The radar is located
under a cover » Fig. 264.
The sensor is part of the ACC » page 243 and Front Assist » page 248systems.
The sensor function may be impaired in the event of one of the following sit-
uations arising. ▶ The sensor cover is soiled (e.g. with mud, snow and the like).
▶ The area in front of and around the sensor cover is obscured (e.g. by labels,
auxiliary headlights and the like(.
▶ When visibility is poor (e.g. fog, heavy rain, thick snowfall).
▶ In exceptional cases, the sensor may be covered in the area beneath the cov-
er, e.g. due to snow.
If the sensor cover or the sensor is dirty or covered, a message to that effect
from the ACC system » page 248, Malfunctions or Front Assist » page 251, Mal-
functions system appears in the instrument cluster display.WARNING■
If you suspect that the sensor is damaged, deactivate the ACC system and
Front Assist system » page 245, » page 250 . Have the sensor checked by a
specialist garage.■
A collision or damage in the front or lower area of the vehicle could affect
the sensor function - there is risk of accident! Have the sensor checked by
a specialist garage.
■
Do not cover the area in front of and around the sensor cover. This can
lead to impaired function of the sensor - risk of accident!
CAUTION
Remove snow with a brush and ice with a solvent-free de-icer from the sensor
cover.
Braking and stabilisation systems
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Stability Control (ESC)
216
ESC Sport
216
Anti-blocking system (ABS)
216
Engine drag torque control (MSR)
216
Traction control (ASR)
217
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
217
Active steering assist (DSR)
217
215Assist systems
Traction control (ASR)Read and observe
on page 216 first.
The ASR prevents spinning of the drive wheels. TCS reduces the drive powertransmitted to the wheels in the case of slipping wheels. Thus, for example,
driving on road surfaces with low grip is made easier.
During a TCS intervention, the indicator light
flashes in the instrument clus-
ter.
Deactivation
›
Press the
» Fig. 265 on page 216 button.
›
or: On Infotainment, press the button
→ the function surface
→
ESCsystem:
→
ASR off
Tap.
With deactivation the warning light lights up in the instrument cluster
and
an appropriate message is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Activation
›
Press the
» Fig. 265 on page 216 button.
›
or: On Infotainment, press the button
→ the function surface
→
ESCsystem:
→
Activated
Tap.
With activation the warning light
is
extinguished and an appropriate mes-
sage is displayed in the instrument cluster.
The TCS should normally always be enabled. The system should be deactivated
only in the following situations, for example. ▶ When driving with snow chains.
▶ When driving in deep snow or on a very loose surface.
▶ When it is necessary to “rock” a car free when it has become stuck.
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL and XDS)
Read and observe
on page 216 first.
EDL prevents the turning of the respective wheel of the driven axle. EDL
brakes the spinning wheel, if necessary, and transmits the driving force to the
other driving wheel. Driving becomes easier on road surfaces with different
traction under each wheel of the driven axle.
EDL switches off automatically to avoid excessive heat generation on the
brake of the wheel being braked. Once the brakes have cooled down, there is
an automatic re-activation of EDL.
XDS is an extension to the electronic differential lock (EDL). XDS does not re-
spond to the relieved inner curve wheel of the driven axle in the case of fast
cornering.
By applying braking force to the relieved wheel, spinning is prevented by the
XDS. This has a positive effect on the driving stability and steerability of the
vehicle.
Active steering assist (DSR)
Read and observe
on page 216 first.
In critical situations, the DSR provides the driver with a steering recommenda-tion in order to stabilise the vehicle. DSR is activated, for example, on the right
and left vehicle side when braking sharply on different road surfaces.
Brake Assist (HBA)
Read and observe
on page 216 first.
The HBA increases the braking effect and helps to reduce the braking dis-
tance.
The HBA is activated by very quick operation of the brake pedal. In order to
achieve the shortest possible braking distance, the brake pedal must be ap-
plied firmly until the vehicle has come to a standstill.
The HBA function is automatically deactivated when the brake pedal is re-
leased.
Hill Start Assist (HHC)
Read and observe
on page 216 first.
When driving on slopes, HHC allows you to move your foot from the brake ped-al to the accelerator pedal without the vehicle rolling downhill on its own.
The vehicle is braked by the system for about 2 seconds after releasing the
brake pedal.
The HHC is active on gradients upwards of 5 % if the driver door is closed. HHC
is only ever active on slopes when in forward or reverse start off.
217Assist systems
Call list166
Conference call167
Connection types157
Dialling the telephone number164
Emergency call164
Enter telephone number164
Functions164
Import contacts140
Information service164
Main menu158, 159
Main telephone157
Manage favourites140
Operation158, 159
Pairing process160
Preferred contacts166
rSAP157
Set140
SIM card157
Telephone158, 159
Telephone book165
Text messages (SMS)168
User profile140
Voicemail164
Telephone book165
Telephone connection types157
Telephone functions164
Telephone number164
Telephone Premium rSAP
163
Text messages168
Third seat row Fold down
83
Height of headrests84
Third seat seat fold
83
Through-loading bag95
Tilt / slide sunroof Operation
64
Sunblind65
Time44, 131, 138
Tiptronic211
TMC Detail of the traffic report
200
dynamic route200
List of traffic reports199
Tools291
Top speeds137
TOP TETHER28
Touch screen123
Towing298, 300
Towing a trailer265
Towing device Accessories
262
Vertical load261
Towing eye299
Towing protection58
Towing the vehicle298
Traction control (ASR)36, 217
traffic Detail of the traffic report
200
Traffic List of traffic reports
199
Traffic Information (TMC)200
Traffic jam assistant256
Traffic program (TP)144
Traffic reports (TMC)199
Traffic sign recognition257
Traffic Sign Recognition dysfunction
259
Information messages259
Settings in Infotainment258
Traffic signs see Traffic sign recognition
257
Trailer Connect and disconnect
263
Load264
loading264
Towing a trailer265
Trailer Assist237
Trailer manoeuvring assistant237
Activation / deactivation238
Automatic brake intervention239
Manoeuvring239
Operating principle238
Trailer stabilisation system (TSA)218
Trailer towing261
navigation193
Trailer towing device Handling
262
Warning message262
Transit point195
transmitter See main menu
141
Transport Luggage compartment
100
Roof racks108
Towing device and trailer261
Transporting children23
Trays87
Triangle290
TSA218
Turning off Infotainment125
Turning on Infotainment125
Turn signal67
Turn signal system Warning light
38
Type plate313
Tyre Wear indicator
287
Tyre load capacity288
Tyre pressure286
Warning light37
Tyre pressure monitor refer to the tyre pressure monitoring
260
Tyre pressure monitoring260
Warning light37
334Index