The Front Assist (hereinafter referred to as system) warns you of the danger of
a collision with a vehicle or another obstacle in front of the vehicle, and tries to
avoid a collision or mitigate its consequences by automatically applying the
brakes where necessary.
The area in front of the vehicle is monitored by a radar sensor » Fig. 123 on
page 103 .WARNING■
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must
be observed » page 93, in section Introduction .■
The system does not respond to crossing or oncoming objects.
CAUTION
In case of failure of more than one brake light on the vehicle or on the electri-
cally connected trailer, the system becomes unavailable.
Radar sensor
Fig. 123
Installation location of the radar
sensor
Read and observe and on page 103 first.
The radar sensor » Fig. 123(hereinafter referred to as the sensor) may detect
objects by radiating and receiving electromagnetic waves.
The sensor function may be impaired in the events of one of the following. ▶ 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).
If the sensor is dirty or covered, the corresponding message appears on the
display of the instrument cluster » page 105, Malfunctions .
WARNING■
If you suspect that the sensor is damaged, deactivate the system. 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 accidents!
CAUTION
Remove the snow with a brush and the ice with a solvent-free de-icer.
Operation
Read and observe
and on page 103 first.
The system support is provided in the following manner.▶ Alerts you about a dangerous proximity to the vehicle ahead.
▶ Warns you of an impending collision.
▶ Assists with a brake action triggered by the driver.
▶ If the driver fails to respond to a detected danger, an automatic braking ac-
tion is performed.
The system can work only if the following basic conditions are met. The system is activated.
TCS is activated » page 94.
The vehicle is travelling forwards at a speed of more than approx. 5 km/h.
Note
The system can be impaired or may not be available, for example when driving
in “sharp ”curves or with an ESC engagement » page 94.103Assist systems
Distance warning104
Warning light37
Door Child safety lock
49
Emergency locking149
Emergency locking of the driver's door148
Opening/Closing48
Door alarm37
Drive Driving through water
92
DriveGreen91
Driving Emissions
161
Fuel consumption161
Maximum speed165
through water92
E
Economical driving
91
EDL95
Electric power windows Operational faults
53
Electric windows51
Buttons in the driver´s door52
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL)95
Electronic immobiliser83
Emergency Changing a wheel
139
Hazard warning light system57
Jump-starting145
Selector lever-unlocking149
Starting / stopping the engine with the push of a button
84
Starting the engine / stopping with the push of a button
85
Towing the vehicle146
Towing the vehicle using the trailer device147
Tyre repair143
Unlocking/locking the door148
Unlocking / locking the door149
Emergency equipment Fire extinguisher138
First aid kit138
Jack139
Reflective vest138
Vehicle tool kit139
Warning triangle138
Emergency spare Removing / stowing
140
Emission control system32
Emissions161
Engine Information messages
35
Running in91
Engine compartment125
Brake fluid130
Coolant129
Engine oil128
Overview127
Vehicle battery131
Windscreen washer fluid127
Engine drag torque control (MSR)94
Engine number160
engine oil specification
128
Engine oil128
Check129
Oil changing128
Refilling129
Warning light35
EPC32
ESC Operation
94
Warning light31
Extended warranty5
F
Fastening elements
75
Fatigue detection105
Films120
Fire extinguisher138
First aid kit138
Flashing55
Floor covering in the luggage compartment78
Fog lights Warning light
34
Fog lights/rear fog light56
Fog lights with the CORNER function56
Footmats88
see footmats88
Force limiter Window
53
Front Assist102
Deactivation/activation105
Distance warning104
Malfunctions105
Operation103
Radar sensor103
Warning and automatic braking104
Warning light37
Front seats62
Fuel123
Diesel125
Fuel gauge29
refer to Fuel123
Refuelling124
Unleaded petrol124
Warning light33
Fuel consumption161
Fuel reserve33
Fuses151
in the dashboard151, 152
in the engine compartment153, 154
G
Gearbox Information messages
34
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