
Driving and operating131Starting the engine
Depress the brake pedal when
starting the engine. If the brake pedal
is not depressed, T illuminates in the
transmission display and the engine
cannot be started.
When the brake pedal is depressed,
the transmission automatically shifts
to N (neutral); "N" appears in the
transmission display and the engine
can be started. There may be a slight delay.
Selector leverAlways move the selector lever in the
appropriate direction as far as it will
go. Upon release, it automatically
returns to the centre position.N:neutralA/M:switch between automatic and manual mode
The transmission display
shows "A" when in automatic
mode.R:reverse gear
Engage only when vehicle is
stationary. The transmission
display shows "R" when
reverse gear is engaged.+:shift to a higher gear.-:shift to a lower gear.
Starting off
When the engine is started, the
transmission is in automatic mode. Depress the brake pedal and move
the selector lever towards + to
engage first gear.
If R is selected, reverse gear is
engaged. The vehicle starts to move
when the brake pedal is released. To
start off quickly, release the brake pedal and accelerate immediately
after engaging a gear.
In automatic mode the transmission
shifts to other gears automatically,
dependent on driving conditions.
To engage manual mode, move the
selector lever towards A/M. The
current gear will appear in the
transmission display.
To engage first gear, depress brake
pedal and move selector lever
towards + or -. Shift to a higher or
lower gear by moving selector lever to + or -. Gears can be skipped by
moving the selector lever repeatedly
at short intervals.
Stopping the vehicle In automatic or manual mode,
first gear is engaged and the clutch is
released when the vehicle is stopped.
In R, reverse gear remains engaged.
When stopping on gradients, engage
parking brake or depress the brake
pedal. To prevent overheating of the
clutch, an intermittent audible

148Driving and operatingDriver Information Centre (DIC) 3 89.Fuel
Fuel for diesel engines
Only use diesel fuel that complies
with EN 590. The fuel must have low
sulphur content (max. 10 ppm).
Equivalent standardised fuels with a
biodiesel (= FAME according to
EN14214) content of max. 7% by
volume (like DIN 51628 or equivalent
standards) may be used.
In countries outside the European
Union use Euro-Diesel fuel with a
sulphur concentration below 50 ppm.Caution
Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 590 or similar can lead to
engine powerloss, increased wear
or engine damage and may affect
your warranty.
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating
oils or entirely plant-based diesel
fuels, such as rape seed oil or bio
diesel, Aquazole and similar diesel-
water emulsions. Diesel fuels must
not be diluted with fuels for petrol
engines.
The flow and filterability of diesel fuels are temperature-dependent. When
temperatures are low, refuel with
diesel fuel with guaranteed winter
properties.
Diesel fuel filter 3 161, diesel fuel
system bleeding 3 161.
Refuelling9 Danger
Before refuelling, switch off engine
and any external heaters with
combustion chambers. Switch off
any mobile phones.
Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station
when refuelling.

Vehicle care171
To help in replacing fuses, a fuse
extractor is located in the instrument
panel fuse box.
Place the fuse extractor on the
various types of fuse from the top or
side, and withdraw fuse.
Engine compartment fusebox
Located below the coolant expansion tank.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
Due to restricted accessibility, have
fuses replaced by a workshop.SymbolCircuitSRight side lightsTLeft side lightsWRight low beamaLeft low beam>Front fog lightLLeft high beamNRight high beamuABSKWindscreen wiperSymbolCircuitnHeating and ventilation
system / Air conditioningVHeated windscreen
Instrument panel fuse box
Located behind the trim panel on the
left-hand side of the instrument panel.
Pull upper part of trim panel to
remove.
Do not store any objects behind this
panel.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.

172Vehicle careSymbolCircuitZInfotainment system / Seat
heating / Vehicle display
screen / Audio connec‐
tions / Alarm?Power outletÌCigarette lightereInstrument panelUCentral locking0Interior lightsOTurn signals / Rear fog
lights / Body control moduleDIAGDiagnostic connectoruABS / Electronic Stability
ProgramdInterior lights / Brake lightsZBody control moduleSTOPBrake lightIBody control module /
Power windows / Heating
and ventilation system / Air
conditioningSymbolCircuitmLeft heated rear windownRight heated rear windowRWindscreen washerMElectronic immobiliserUHeated seatsFBLCornering lightlHands-free connection&TachographPTOPower take-offjHornÍPreheating / Diesel fuel filterxClimate control fandHeated exterior mirrorsTLeft-hand side lightSRight-hand side lightQPneumatic suspensionONavigation systemSymbolCircuitADPAdditional adaptations,Power windows / Body
control module
Load compartment fuse box
Combi
Located behind the trim panel on the
right-hand side of the load
compartment, beside the rear door.

174Vehicle careNo.Circuit1Speed 2: right-hand evaporator
fan2Speed 2: left-hand evaporator
fan3Speed 1: left-hand evaporator
fan4Left-hand heating5Speed 3: left-hand evaporator
fan6Condenser fan7Right-hand heating8Speed 3: right-hand evaporator
fan9Power sliding door10Corridor lighting11Foot panel12Child safety warning buzzer13Speed 1: right-hand evaporator
fanSome circuits may be protected by
several fuses.Vehicle tools
Tools
The jack, wheel wrench, adapters (for
spare wheel removal), hub cap hook
and towing eye are contained in a
unit, stowed under the front seat.
Notice
Depending on vehicle, there may be multiple adapters for spare wheel
removal.

Vehicle care193Unpainted plastic body parts must not
be treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Matt filmed body parts or decor tapes must not be polished, to avoid
gleaming. Do not use hot wax
programmes in automatic car washes if the vehicle is equipped with these
parts.
Matt painted decor parts, e.g. mirror
housing cover, must not be polished. Otherwise these parts would become
agleam or the colour would be
dissolved.
Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.Remove dirt residues from smearing wiper blades by using a soft cloth and window cleaner. Also make sure to
remove any residues such as wax,
insect residues and similar from the
window.
Wheels and tyres
Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage with
a touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.After the underbody is washed, check the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Interior care Interior and upholstery
Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean leather upholstery with clear
water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.

226Fuel consumption - CO2-
Emissions ............................... 149
Fuel economy rating (ecoScoring) 92
Fuel for diesel engines ..............148
Fuel gauge ................................... 79 Fuel tank ..................................... 218
Fuse box ............................. 171, 172
Fuses ......................................... 170
G Gauges ......................................... 77
General information ...................150
Glass panel .................................. 37
Glovebox ..................................... 65
Glovebox cooler ......................... 114
Ground clearance .......................122
H Hand brake - see Parking brake. 135
Hazard warning flashers ..............98
Headlight flash ............................. 97
Headlight range adjustment ........97
Headlights ...................... 95, 96, 162
Headlights when driving abroad ..97
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 38
Heated exterior mirrors .................15
Heated mirrors ............................. 34
Heated rear window ...............15, 37
Heating ........................................ 44
Heating and ventilation system . 103High beam ............................. 88, 96
High beam assist ....................89, 96
Hill start assist ........................... 136
Horn ....................................... 14, 73
Hub cap hook ............................. 174
I Identification plate .....................199
Idle speed control .......................118
Ignition switch positions .............117
Immobiliser .................................. 32
Indicators ...................................... 77
Information displays...................... 89
Initial drive information.................... 6 Instrument cluster ........................77
Instrument panel fuse box .........171
Instrument panel illumination .....169
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage .............64
Interior care ............................... 193
Interior lighting .............................. 99
Interior lights ........................ 99, 168
Interior mirrors .............................. 34
Interruption of power supply ......134
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....63
J Jack ............................................ 174
Journey record.............................. 92
Jump starting ............................. 188K
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lane departure warning .......86, 146
Lashing eyes ............................... 67
Light covers, misted...................... 99
Lighting ......................................... 95
Lighting features .........................101
Light switch .................................. 95
Load compartment........................ 21
Load compartment fuse box ......172
Load compartment lighting .........100
Loading information .....................71
Low fuel ....................................... 88
M Malfunction indicator light ............84
Manual adjustment ......................33
Manual anti-dazzle ......................34
Manual door locks ........................21
Manual mode ............................. 132
Manual transmission............. 16, 130
Manual transmission automated ......................... 16, 130
Manual windows ..........................35
Messages ..................................... 90
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 33, 34
Misted light covers .......................99

227NNew vehicle running-in ..............117
Number plate light .....................168
O
Object detection systems ...........142
Octane rating .............................. 201
Odometer ..................................... 78
Oil ............................................... 156
Oil, engine .......................... 196, 200
Oil level ......................................... 80
Oil pressure .................................. 87
Outside temperature ....................75
Overcab storage ..........................67
Overhead console .......................66
Overrun cut-off ........................... 119
P
Parking ................................ 17, 121
Parking assist ............................ 142
Parking brake ............................ 135
Parking ticket holder .....................37
Particulate filter ........................... 124
Performing work ........................155
Pollen filter ................................. 114
Power door locks ..........................24
Power outlets ............................... 76
Power side step ............................ 26
Power sliding door ........................26
Power steering fluid ....................158
Power take-off ............................ 152Power windows ............................ 35
Preheating ........................... 87, 118
Puncture ............................. 180, 184
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 222
Radio remote control ...................20
Rain sensor .................................. 74
Reading lights ............................ 100
Rear air conditioning system .....108
Rear bench seat storage ..............66
Rear courtesy light........................ 99
Rear doors ................................... 29
Rear fog light ............................... 89
Rear fog lights ........................ 95, 99
Rear heating system .................. 107
Rear reading light .......................100
Rear seats .................................... 44
Rear storage ................................. 67
Rear view camera ...................... 144
Rear windows .............................. 36
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 196, 200
Refuelling ................................... 148
Remote control ............................. 20
Retractable parking brake ..........135
Reversing lights ........................... 99
Ride control systems ..................136
Ride height ................................. 122Roof.............................................. 37
Roof load ...................................... 71
Roof rack ..................................... 70
S
Safety belts ................................... 46
Safety net .................................... 69
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 40
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................84
Seat belts ..................................... 46 Seat heating ................................. 44
Seat position ................................ 39
Selective catalytic reduction .......125
Selector lever ............................. 131
Service ............................... 114, 195
Service display ......................80, 85
Service information ....................195
Service vehicle soon .................... 85
Side airbag system ......................53
Sidelights ...................................... 95
Side turn signal lights ................167
Side windows................................ 36
Sliding door .................................. 26
Spare wheel ............................... 185
Speed limiter......................... 77, 142
Speedometer ............................... 77
Starting and operating ................117
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine .......16, 118, 131