Radio142Operation142
Media
146
Operation
146
Audio sources
149
Images
153
Image viewer
153
Video DVD
155
Video player
155
TV tuner
156
TV function
156
Media Command
158
Operation
158
Telephone
160
Introductory information
160
Pair and connect
163
Use the SIM card in the external module
166
rSAP
167
Telephone functions
168
Text messages (SMS)
172
Hotspot (WLAN) and data connection
174
Hotspot (WLAN)
174
Data connection
175
SmartLink
176
Introductory information
176
Android Auto
177
Apple CarPlay
178
MirrorLink®
178
Navigation
180
Introductory information
180
Search for destination and enter
182
Import my destinations
186
Map
187
Route guidance
190Route192Waypoint mode194
Traffic reports
196
vehicle systems
198
CAR - Vehicle settings
198
Driving
Starting-off and Driving
199
Starting and stopping the engine
199
START-STOPsystem
201
Brakes and Parking
203
Manual gear changing and pedals
205
Automatic transmission
206
Running in the engine and economical
driving
209
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
211
Assist systems
212
General information
212
Braking and stabilisation systems
212
Parking aid (ParkPilot)
215
Rear traffic alert and wizard for “Blind
spot”Monitoring
218
Reversing camera
221
Park Assist
225
Cruise Control System
229
Speed limiter
231
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
233
Front Assist
237
Select the driving mode (Driving Mode
Selection)
240
Proactive occupant protection (Crew Protect
Assist)
242
Lane Departure Warning (Lane Assist)
243
Traffic jam assistant
245
Assistant for emergencies
246
Traffic sign recognition
246Fatigue detection248Tyre pressure monitoring249
Towing device and trailer
250
Hitch
250
Using hitch
252
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance
256
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations
256
Service intervals
258
Cleaning and care
260
Inspecting and replenishing
264
Fuel
264
AdBlue ®
and its refilling
267
Engine compartment
268
Engine oil
270
Coolant
271
Brake fluid
273
Vehicle battery
273
Wheels
276
Wheels and tyres
276
Operating in winter conditions
278
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help
280
Emergency equipment
280
Changing a wheel
282
Puncture repair kit
285
Jump-starting
287
Towing the vehicle
288
Remote control and removable light -
replacing the battery/batteries
2903Table of Contents
AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemACCAdaptive cruise controlACTactive cylinder managementAFMulti-purpose vehiclesAGMVehicle battery typeTCSTraction controlCO2Carbon dioxideCOCDeclaration of conformityDCCadaptive chassis controlDPFDiesel 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
peopleMCBMulti-collision brakeMGManual gearboxMSREngine drag torque controlAbbreviationDefinitionN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNiMHNickel metal hydrideNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberQiStandard for wireless charging by electrical inductionSCRDiesel engine for which the AdBlue ®
solution is requiredTDI CRDiesel engine with turbo-charging and common rail injection
systemTSATrailer stabilisationTSIPetrol engine with turbo charging and direct injectionVDAAssociation of the Automotive Industry (in Germany)VINVehicle identification numberWWatt, unit of powerWLANWireless data networkXDSFunctional extension of the electronic differential lock11Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Before setting off
12
Driving safety
12
This section of the manual includes important information on the subject of
passive safety. We have combined everything here which you should be famili-
ar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of children and any-
thing similar.
Other important safety information can also be found in the following chapters
of this Owner´s Manual. The Owner´s Manual should therefore always be in
the vehicle.
Before setting off
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
▶ Check the function of the lighting and turn signal systems.
▶ Check the function of the wipers and check the wiper blades for wear. Check
the windscreen washer fluid level.
▶ Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
▶ Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed. Ensure
that the mirrors are not covered.
▶ Check the tyre inflation pressure.
▶ Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
▶ Secure all items of luggage.
▶ Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the
vehicle.
▶ Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
▶ Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
▶
Protect children by using a suitable child seat » page 22, Transporting chil-
dren safely .
▶ Adopt the correct seated position. Instruct your passengers to assume the
correct seated position » page 12, Correct and safe seated position .
Driving safety
In the interests of traffic safety, the following information must be observed. ▶ Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g. by
your passengers or mobile telephone calls).
▶ Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, al-
cohol or drugs).
▶ Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
▶ Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
▶ Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).
Correct and safe seated position
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Driver’s correct seating position
13
Adjusting the steering wheel position
13
Correct seating position of the passenger
14
Correct seating position for the passengers in the rear seats
14
Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not
change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt the
correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is moving.
The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death. ▶ Do not lean against the dash panel.
▶ Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death.
▶ Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.
▶ Do not sit facing to the side.
▶ Do not lean out of the window.
▶ Do not put your limbs out of the window.
▶ Do not put your feet on the seat cushion.
12Safety
WARNING■The front seats and all head restraints must be adjusted to match the
body size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to
provide the most effective levels of protection to the passengers.■
Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat.
Children must be fastened » page 22, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.
■
The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving, as this
will impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system – risk of
injury!
WARNINGBy sitting incorrectly, the occupant is risking life-threatening injuries.
Driver’s correct seating position
Fig. 2
Correct seated position for the driver/correct steering wheel posi-
tion
Read and observe
on page 13 first.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident,
the following instructions must be observed.
Adjust the driver’s seat in the forward/back direction so that the pedals
can be fully depressed with slightly bent legs.
For vehicles equipped with driver knee airbags, adjust the driver's seat in a
forward/back direction so that there is a gap of at least 10 cm between the
legs and the dashboard in the vicinity of the knee airbag » Fig. 2 -
B
.
Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel
can be reached with your arms at a slight angle.
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering
wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm » Fig. 2 - A.
Adjust the headrest so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same
level as the upper part of your head (not for seats with integrated headr-
ests) » Fig. 2 - C
.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 15, Using seat belts .
WARNING■
Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel, and a dis-
tance of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dash panel at the height
of the knee airbag. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that
the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!■
When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the out-
er edge in the “9 o'clock” and “3 o'clock” position » Fig. 2. Never hold the
steering wheel in the “12 o'clock” position or in any other way (e.g. in the
middle, inner edge of the steering wheel or similar). Otherwise, in the event
of airbag deployment, you could suffer serious injury to the arms, hands
and head.
■
Ensure that no objects are located in the driver's footwell, as they could
lodge in the pedal system whilst driving. You would then no longer be able
to operate the clutch, brake or acceleration pedals.
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 3
Adjusting the steering wheel position
Read and observe
on page 13 first.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
›
Swing the safety lever under the steering wheel in the direction of arrow
1
» Fig. 3 .
13Passive Safety
›Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position. The steering wheel can be
adjusted in direction of arrow 2.›
Pull the holder in arrow direction
3
until the stop.
WARNING■ Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when
the vehicle is stationary!■
The safety lever must always be locked after adjusting so that the steer-
ing wheel cannot accidentally change position – risk of accident!
Correct seating position of the passenger
Read and observe
on page 13 first.
For passenger safety and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident, the follow-
ing instructions must be observed.
Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible. The front pas-
senger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so
that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.
Adjust the headrests so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same
level as the upper part of your head » Fig. 2 on page 13 -
C
(not for seats
with integrated headrests).
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 15, Using seat belts .
WARNING■
Ensure a distance of at least 25 cm to the dashboard, otherwise the air-
bag system will not be able to protect you properly - risk of death!■
Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven – nev-
er place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the
surface of the seats! You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it be-
comes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an air-
bag is deployed, you could suffer fatal injuries by adopting an incorrect
seated position!
Correct seating position for the passengers in the rear seats
Read and observe
on page 13 first.
For passenger safety on the rear seats and to reduce the risk of injury in the
event of an accident, the following information must be observed.
Adjust the headrests so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same
level as the upper part of the head » Fig. 2 on page 13 -
C
.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 15, Using seat belts .
14Safety
Using the system
Cockpit
OverviewElectrical power windows
62
Electric exterior mirror adjustment
78
Door opening lever
57
Air outlet vents
117
Ticket holder
88
Operating lever (depending on equipment):
▶ Direction and high beam
68
▶Speed regulating system
229
▶Speed limiter
231
▶Headlamp assistant
71
Steering wheel with horn / with driver's front airbag
18
Buttons for operating the information system
43
Instrument cluster
32
Operating lever:
▶ Windscreen wipers and washers
76
▶Information system
43
Infotainment
122
Button for hazard warning light system
70
Warning light for the front passenger airbag
21
Interior rear-view mirror
78
Storage compartment on the front passenger side
92
Front passenger airbag
18
External Infotainment module (in the front passenger storage
compartment)
124
Key switch for switching off the front passenger airbag (in front
passenger storage compartment)
21
Electric window in the front passenger door
62
Storage compartment
88
Light switch
67
Bonnet release lever
269
Storage compartment
881234567891011121314151617181920212223Operating lever for adaptive cruise control235
Steering wheel locking lever
13
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Ignition lock
200
▶Starter button
200
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Gearshift lever (manual gearbox)
206
▶Selector lever (automatic gearbox)
207
Auto-hold button
204
Button for the electric parking brake
203
Central locking system
55
Bars with buttons (depending on the equipment fitted):
▶ START-STOP
201
▶
Stabilisation control ESC / Traction control TCS
213, 214
▶
Selection of travel mode
240
▶
Park Assist
225
▶
Parking aid
215
Storage compartment
89
Depending on equipment fitted:
▶ Phonebox
89
▶12-volt power outlet
96
▶Cigarette lighter
99
▶Ashtrays
98
▶USB and AUX input
90
Controls for heating / air conditioning
114
Note
The layout of the controls on right-hand drive vehicles differs partially from
the layout shown » Fig. 17.2425262728293031323331Cockpit
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. 20
Fuel gauge
The display » Fig. 20 only works if the ignition is switched on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 66 litres.
If the fuel level reaches the reserve level
A
» Fig. 20 , 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. 21
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
Stabilisation control (ESC) / Traction control (TCS)
36
Traction control (TCS) disabled
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
33Instruments and warning lights
Brake linings38 Fuel reserve38
Lane Departure Warning (Lane Assist)
38
Turn signal system
38
Trailer turn signal lights
38
Fog lights
38
Speed regulating system / speed limiter
38
Brake pedal (automatic gearbox)
38
Auto Hold function
39
Main beam
39
Automatic gearbox
39
Rear seat belt warning light
39
Generator
39
Coolant
39
Engine oil pressure
40
Engine oil level
40
AdBlue ®
40
Lamp failure
41
Diesel particle filter (diesel)
41
Windscreen washer fluid level
41
Headlight assistant
41
START-STOPsystem
41
Display - a low temperature
42
Water in the fuel filter (diesel)
42
Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
42
Distance warning (Front Assist)
42
front Assist
42
Economy mode
42
Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC)
42
Service
42
The warning lights in the instrument cluster indicate certain functions or
faults.
Some warning lights can be accompanied by acoustic signals and messages in
the display of the instrument cluster.
After switching on the ignition, some warning lights light up briefly as a func-
tion test. If the tested systems are OK, the corresponding warning lights go
out a few seconds after switching on the ignition or after starting the engine.
The warning lights are located at the following positions in the instrument
cluster » Fig. 18 on page 32 .
▶ Engine revolutions counter 1
▶Display
2
▶Speedometer
3
▶Bar with warning lights
5
Warning lights in the display
Depending on the importance the warning light
(danger) or
(warning) illu-
minate along with some of the warning lights in the list with the warning
lights.
Depending on vehicle equipment, some warning lights can be displayed in col-
our on the display. For example. the coolant warning lamp may be represented
as follows.
▶ - Segment display / monochromatic (“black and white”) MAXI DOT display
▶ - Coloured MAXI DOT display
WARNING■
Ignoring illuminated warning lights and related messages or instructions
in the display of the instrument cluster may lead to serious personal injury
or damage to the vehicle.■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic, switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning lights » page 70. Place the warning triangle at the prescribed dis-
tance.
■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warnings
» page 268 .
Parking brake
Read and observe
on page 34 first.
illuminates - the parking brake is switched on.
Parking brake error
Illumi-
nates
Error: electronic parking brakePARKING BRAKE FAILURE
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
34Using the system