Instruments and controls127The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
● fluid levels
● anti-theft alarm system
● brakes
● drive systems
● ride control systems
● cruise control
● object detection systems
● lighting, bulb replacement
● wiper/washer system
● doors, windows
● radio remote control
● seat belts
● airbag systems
● engine and transmission
● tyre pressure
● diesel particle filter
● vehicle battery statusVehicle messages on the Colour-
Info-Display
Some important messages appear
additionally in the Colour-Info-
Display. Press the multifunction knob to confirm a message. Some
messages only pop-up for a few
seconds.
Warning chimes When starting the engine or whilst
driving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the tailgate is not fully
closed when starting off.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If a programmed speed is exceeded.● If a warning message or awarning code appears in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC).
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If an unintended lane change occurs.
● If the reverse gear is engaged and the rear carrier sytem
extended.
● If the diesel particle filter has reached the maximum filling
level.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message or
warning code 174 will appear in the
Driver Information Centre.
Instruments and controls133deactivates the automatic door
locking function after driving-off.
Stop door lock if door open :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic door locking function
while a door is open.
Delayed door lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door locking function.
● Remote locking, unlocking,
starting
Remote unlock feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback
whilst unlocking.
Remote door unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
the driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Auto relock doors : Activates or
deactivates the automatic relock
function after unlocking without opening the vehicle.
● Restore factory settings
Restore factory settings : Resets
all settings to the default settings.Settings in the Colour-Info-
Display
Navi 950/Navi 650/CD 600
Press CONFIG on the Infotainment
system faceplate to enter the
Configuration menu.
Turn the multifunction knob to scroll
upwards or downwards in the list.
Press the multifunction knob
(Navi 950 / Navi 650: press the outer
ring) to select a menu item.
● Sport Mode Profile
● Languages
● Time and Date
● Radio Settings
●Phone Settings
● Navigation Settings
● Display Settings
● Vehicle Settings
In the corresponding submenus the
following settings can be changed:
Sport Mode Profile ● Engine Sport Performance :
Accelerator pedal and gear
change characteristics become
more responsive.
● Sport Mode Back Lighting :
Changes the instrument
illumination colour.
● Sport Suspension : Damping
becomes harder.
● Sport Steering : Steering support
is reduced.
Languages
Selection of the desired language.
Time and Date
See Infotainment system manual for
further information.
156Climate controlDemisting and defrosting the
windows V
●
Press V: fan automatically
switches to higher speed, the air
distribution is directed towards
the windscreen.
● Set temperature control to warmest level.
● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the doorwindows.
Notice
If V is pressed while the engine is
running, an Autostop will be inhibited
until V is pressed again.
If s is pressed with the fan switched
on and the engine running, an
Autostop will be inhibited until s is
pressed again or until the fan is
switched off.
If V is pressed while the engine is
in an Autostop, the engine will restart automatically.
If s is pressed with the fan switched
on while the engine is in an
Autostop, the engine will restart
automatically.
Stop-start system 3 166.
Electronic climate control system
The dual zone climate control allows
different climatisation temperatures
for driver side and front passenger
side.
In automatic mode, temperature, fan
speed and air distribution are
regulated automatically.
Controls for:
● temperature on driver side
● air distribution
● fan speed
● temperature on front passenger side
n:coolingAUTO:automatic mode4:manual air recirculationV:demisting and defrosting
Heated rear window Ü 3 35, Heated
seats ß 3 45, Heated steering wheel
* 3 99.
158Climate control
If the minimum temperature Lo is set,
the climate control system runs at
maximum cooling, if cooling n is
switched on.
If the maximum temperature Hi is set,
the climate control system runs at
maximum heating.
Notice
If n is switched on, reducing the set
cabin temperature can cause the
engine to restart from an Autostop or inhibit an Autostop.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows V
●
Press V. Activation is indicated
by illumination of the LED in the
button.
● Temperature and air distribution are set automatically and the fan
runs at high speed.
● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
● To return to previous mode: press V. To return to automatic
mode: press AUTO.
Setting of automatic rear window
heating can be changed in the
Settings menu in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 130.
Notice
If V is pressed while the engine is
running, an Autostop will be inhibited
until V is pressed again.
If s is pressed with the fan switched
on and the engine running, an
Autostop will be inhibited until s is
pressed again or until the fan is
switched off.
If V is pressed while the engine is
in an Autostop, the engine will restart automatically.
If s is pressed with the fan switched
on while the engine is in an
Autostop, the engine will restart
automatically.
Stop-start system 3 166.
Manual settings Climate control system settings can
be changed by activating the buttons
and rotary knobs as follows.
Changing a setting will deactivate the automatic mode.
160Climate controlsystem is switched off, no enginerestart will be requested by the
climate control system during an
Autostop. Exception: defrost system
is activated and outside temperature
above 0 °C.
The display will indicate ACON when
cooling is activated or ACOFF when
the cooling is deactivated.
Activation or deactivation of cooling
operation after engine start can be
changed in the Settings menu in the
Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation
3 130.
Air recirculation mode 4Press 4 to activate the air
recirculation mode. Activation is
indicated by illumination of the LED in
the button.
Press 4 again to deactivate
recirculation mode.9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside when cold air is
directed towards it. If windscreen
mists up from outside, activate
windscreen wiper and deactivate s.
Basic settings
Some settings can be changed in the Settings menu in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 130.
Auxiliary heater
Air heater Quickheat is an electric auxiliary air
heater which automatically warms up
the passenger compartment more
quickly.
Driving and operating163Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 164
Control of the vehicle ...............164
Steering ................................... 164
Starting and operating ...............164
New vehicle running-in ............164
Ignition switch positions ...........165
Retained power off ..................165
Starting the engine ..................165
Overrun cut-off ........................ 166
Stop-start system ....................166
Parking .................................... 168
Engine exhaust .......................... 169
Diesel particle filter ..................169
Catalytic converter ...................170
Automatic transmission ..............171
Transmission display ...............171
Selector lever .......................... 172
Manual mode ........................... 173
Electronic driving programmes 173
Fault ........................................ 173
Interruption of power supply ....174
Manual transmission ..................175Brakes........................................ 175
Antilock brake system .............175
Parking brake .......................... 176
Brake assist ............................. 178
Hill start assist ......................... 178
Ride control systems .................178
Traction Control system ..........178
Electronic Stability Control ......179
Interactive driving system ........180
Driver assistance systems .........183
Cruise control .......................... 183
Speed limiter ........................... 185
Adaptive cruise control ............186
Forward collision alert .............193
Following distance indication ...196
Active Emergency Braking ......196
Parking assist .......................... 198
Side blind spot alert .................206
Rear view camera ...................207
Traffic sign assistant ................209
Lane departure warning ..........212
Fuel ............................................ 213
Fuel for petrol engines .............213
Fuel for diesel engines ............213
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....214
Refuelling ................................ 215
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions .............................. 219Trailer hitch................................ 219
General information .................219
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 220
Trailer towing ........................... 220
Towing equipment ...................221
Trailer stability assist ...............224
164Driving and operatingDriving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running (except during Autostop)
Many systems will not function in this
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop,
but there will be a controlled reduction
in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 166.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must
be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.
Use only floor mats which fit properly and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver's side.
Steering
If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.
Control indicator c 3 114.Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and
engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of the diesel particle filter may take
place more often. Autostop may be inhibited to allow for charging the
battery.
Diesel particle filter 3 169.
Driving and operating165Ignition switch positions0:ignition off1:steering wheel lock released,
ignition off2:ignition on, for diesel engine:
preheating3:starting
Retained power off
The following electronic systems can
work until the driver's door is opened
or at the latest for 10 minutes after the
ignition is switched off:
● power windows
● sunroof
● power outlets
Power to the Infotainment system will continue to operate for 30 minutes or
until the key is removed from the ignition switch, regardless of whether
any door will be opened.
Starting the engine
Manual transmission: operate clutch.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake and move the selector lever to
P or N.
Do not operate the accelerator pedal.
Diesel engine: turn the key to position 2 for preheating until control
indicator ! extinguishes.
Turn the key briefly to position 3 and
release: an automatic procedure
operates the starter with a short delay
as long as the engine is running, see
Automatic Starter Control.
Before restarting or to switch off the
engine, turn the key back to position
0 .
During an Autostop, the engine can
be started by depressing the clutch
pedal.
Starting the vehicle at low
temperatures
Starting the engine without additional
heaters is possible down to -25 °С for diesel engines and -30 °C for petrol
engines. Required is an engine oil
with the correct viscosity, the correct
fuel, performed services and a
sufficiently charged vehicle battery.
With temperatures below -30 °C the
automatic transmission needs a
warming phase of approx. 5 minutes.
The selector lever must be in position
P .