80Instruments and controlsA warning message may also appear
in the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85 in conjunction with a warning
chime.
Continued driving is possible,
provided the vehicle is driven with
care and anticipation.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop as soon as possible.
Manual transmission automated
3 115.
Upshift
[ or Ò illuminates green in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85 when gearshifting is
recommended to improve fuel
economy.
Hill start assistZ illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it
illuminates while driving, there is afault in the Hill start assist. Seek the
assistance of a workshop to have the
fault remedied.
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) control indicator R may also
illuminate 3 80 in conjunction with
Z .
Depending on version, 9 may
illuminate as an alternative if control
indicator Z is not present, in
conjunction with a warning message
in the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85.
Generic warning 9 3 76.
Hill start assist 3 120.
Ultrasonic parking assist r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
orInterference due to external sources
of ultrasound. Once the source of
interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if control indicator r
is not present. Depending on version,
a warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC) 3 85.
Generic warning 9 3 76.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 124.
Electronic Stability Control
R illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on. The system is ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
Flashes during driving
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Instruments and controls81Illuminates during drivingA fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
3 121, Traction control system/Anti-
Slip Regulator (ASR) 3 121.
Engine coolant temperature
$ illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
If control indicator $ illuminates, the
coolant temperature is too high. Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.Caution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
the ignition. Danger to engine.
Check coolant level.
If the control indicator remains on, seek the assistance of your
workshop.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
3 72.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature is low.
Notice
In very hot outside
temperatures, ! may illuminate
briefly when the ignition is switched
on.
The engine can be started when !
extinguishes.
Starting the engine 3 109.
Flashes
A fault is detected in the engine
preheating system. Depending on
version, a warning message may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC) 3 85.
If ! does not extinguish, consult a
workshop.
Diesel particle filter % illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
If it does not extinguish after a brief
delay or illuminates whilst driving, the
diesel particle filter requires cleaning. Continue driving until %
extinguishes. Depending on version,
a warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC) 3 85.
If possible, do not allow engine speed
to drop below 2000 rpm during the
cleaning process.
82Instruments and controlsControl indicator % illuminates when
diesel particle filter is full. Start
cleaning process as soon as possible
to avoid damage to the engine.
Diesel particle filter 3 113, Stop-start
system 3 110.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Control indicator w illuminates
together with a warning chime and, in
vehicles with Multifunction version of
the Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 85, a corresponding message
also appears when a puncture or
severely under-inflated tyre is
detected.
Flashes
Fault in system. After several
seconds w illuminates continuously.
Consult a workshop.Depending on version, a
corresponding message also
appears in the DIC when a tyre
without a pressure sensor is mounted (e.g. spare wheel).
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 151.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.Caution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear (or move selector lever to N).
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will
still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is
stationary, otherwise the steering wheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 135.
Change engine oil
Diesel engines with diesel particle filter
I flashes red.
Instruments and controls83Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts.
The engine oil life monitor lets you know when to change the oil. Control
indicator I will flash to indicate that
engine oil life has been diminished
and the oil needs changing.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.
Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which an oil change will be
indicated can vary considerably.
Depending on model variant, I may
flash in the following ways:
● for 1 minute every 2 hours, or
● for 3 minute cycles with I off for
intervals of 5 seconds
The warning will be repeated every
time the engine is started, until the
engine oil is changed and the service
display is reset. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
Service display 3 73.Low engine oil level
S illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, the engine
oil level is insufficient.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85.
Check oil level before seeking the assistance of a workshop 3 135.
Low fuel $ illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low. Refuel
immediately 3 127.
Never run the tank dry.
Catalytic converter 3 114.Flashes
Fault in fuel system. Have the cause
of the fault remedied by a workshop.
The needle in the fuel gauge will point to 0. Fuel gauge 3 71.
Drain fuel filter U illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Indicates the presence of water in the
diesel. Depending on version, a
warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC) 3 85. Seek the
assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Immobiliser d illuminates yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
90Instruments and controlsappears in the display. Select YES (to
confirm changes) or No (to cancel
changes).
Airbag deactivation 3 49.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
Activate the daytime running lights to
increase visibility of the vehicle during daylight (set to On). Deactivate when
not required (set to Off).
Daytime running lights 3 95.
EXIT MENU
Select this menu option to exit the
settings menu.Vehicle messages
Warning chimes Only one warning chime will sound at
a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
When starting the engine or whilst
driving
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If a fault is detected in the parking
assist.
● If a door, the bonnet or the tailgate is not fully closed when
starting-off.
● If the vehicle speed briefly exceeds a set limit.
● If the stop-start system cannot restart the engine automatically.● Vehicles with manual transmission automated; brake
pedal has not been depressed
when starting the engine.
● Vehicles with manual transmission automated; an
incorrect gear has been selected when starting-off or during
driving.
● Vehicles with manual transmission automated; whenthe vehicle is at a standstill, if
engine is running and a gear is
engaged; transmission
automatically shifts to N in certain
situations.
● If the clutch temperature is too high in vehicles with manual
transmission automated.
● If a transmission fault is detected
in vehicles with manual
transmission automated.
● If a warning message, e.g. low tyre pressure, appears in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC).
Instruments and controls91When the vehicle is parked
and/or the driver's door is opened
● When the key is in the ignition switch.
Fuel system messages
Fuel cut-off system
In the event of a collision of a certain
severity, the fuel system is cut-off and
the engine is switched off
automatically, for safety reasons.
Control indicator 9 3 76 illuminates if
the fuel cut-off switch is triggered and, depending on version, a
corresponding warning message may
also appear in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC) 3 85.
To reset the fuel cut-off system and
enable the vehicle to be driven, refer
to " Vehicle shutdown " 3 109.Trip computer
The trip computer provides
information on driving data, which is
continually recorded and evaluated electronically.
Depending on version, the following
functions may be selected by
pressing TRIP repeatedly on the end
of the wiper lever:
Standard version ● outside temperature
● average consumption
● instantaneous consumption
● range
● distance travelled
● average speed
● travel time (driving time)
Multifunction version
Two trip odometers, Trip A and Trip
B, are available for selection and are
recorded separately.
The information of the two trip
computers can be reset separately,
making it possible to display different
trip distances.
Trip A ● outside temperature
● average consumption
● instantaneous consumption
● range
● distance travelled
● average speed
● travel time (driving time)
Trip B ● average consumption
● distance travelled
92Instruments and controls● average speed
● travel time (driving time)
Trip B can be deactivated via the
Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.
Reset trip computer information
To reset the trip computer, select one
of its functions, then press and hold
TRIP for a few seconds.
The following trip computer
information will be reset:
● average consumption
● distance travelled
● average speed
● travel time (driving time)
The trip computer will reset
automatically when the maximum
value of any of the parameters is
exceeded.
Outside temperature The temperature outside the vehicle
is displayed.
Outside temperature 3 67, 3 85.
Average consumption Average consumption is displayed,taking into consideration the distance
travelled and the fuel used since the
last reset.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Instantaneous consumption
Display of the instantaneous fuel
consumption.
_ _ _ _ will appear in the display if the
vehicle is left parked with the engine
running for a long time.Range
The range is calculated from the
current contents of the fuel tank and
the average consumption since the
last reset.
When the range is less than 30 miles ,
_ _ _ _ will appear in the display.
After refuelling, the range is updated
automatically after a brief delay.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Notice
The range will not be displayed if the
vehicle is left parked with the engine
running for a long time.
Distance travelled
Displays the distance driven since the
last reset.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Average speed The average speed since the last
reset is displayed.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
100LightingThis action can be repeated up to
seven times to a maximum period of
210 seconds.
Control indicator 8 3 84 illuminates
in the instrument cluster during use.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85.
Deactivation Pull turn signal lever for more than
2 seconds to deactivate.
Battery discharge protection To ensure reliable engine restarts,
several battery discharge protection
features are implemented as part of
the stop-start system.
Stop-start system 3 110.