16In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal and then pull up
the collar on the selector lever and
engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 130.
Manual transmission automatedN:neutralo:drive position+:higher gear-:lower gearA/M:switch between automatic and
manual modeR:reverse gear. Engage only
when vehicle is stationary.
Manual transmission automated
3 130.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 176, 3 219.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 156.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats and seat belts 3 33, 3 39,
3 47.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
32Keys, doors and windowsvehicle, or if the auxiliary heater
3 109 is set for a timed or remote
controlled start.
Depending on vehicle configuration:
● press and hold e, or
● switch ignition on and off twice quickly, then close doors and
activate the anti-theft alarm
system
An audible signal will sound as
confirmation.
The status will remain until the doors
are unlocked.
Alarm
When triggered, the alarm sounds via a separate battery-backed power
sounder, and the hazard warning
lights flash simultaneously. The
number and duration of alarm signals
are stipulated by legislation.
If the vehicle battery is disconnected
or its power supply is interrupted, the
alarm siren will be triggered. First
deactivate the anti-theft alarm system if the vehicle battery must be
disconnected.
To silence the alarm siren (if
triggered) and therefore deactivate
the anti-theft alarm system, reconnect vehicle battery and unlock vehicle
with remote control button c (or
switch on the ignition).
Immobiliser
The system is part of the ignition
switch and checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to be started with
the key being used.The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the key has been
removed from the ignition switch and
also if the key is left in the ignition
switch when the engine is turned off.
If the engine cannot be started, switch off the ignition and remove key, wait
approx. 2 seconds and then repeat
the start attempt.If start attempt is
unsuccessful, attempt to start the
engine using the spare key and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Notice
The immobiliser does not lock the doors. You should always lock the
vehicle after leaving it and switch on the anti-theft alarm system 3 21,
3 31.
88Instruments and controlsIlluminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
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, set 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 isstationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking
assistance of a workshop 3 156.
Low fuel
Y illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fuel level in the tank is too low. Refuel
immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Refuelling 3 148.
Catalytic converter 3 124.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 161.
Stop-start system
\
Illuminates when an Autostop is
inhibited when certain conditions are
not fulfilled.
Ï illuminates or flashes yellow /
green.
Illuminates
Illuminates green during an Autostop.
If Ï illuminates yellow there is a fault
in the stop-start system. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Flashes
Flashes green during an automatic
restart.
Stop-start system 3 119.
Exterior light
9 illuminates green.
Illuminated when the exterior lights
are on 3 95.
High beam
P illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and during headlight flash 3 96.
90Instruments and controls● vehicle messages 3 90
● trip computer 3 92
Some of the displayed functions differ
when the vehicle is being driven or at
a standstill. Some functions are only
available when the vehicle is being
driven.
Triple-Info-Display
Displays time, outside temperature
and date when the ignition is on.
Vehicle messages
Messages appear in the Driver
Information Centre (DIC), in
combination with control indicator
A or C.
Information messagesInformation messagesBATTERY MODE: ECONOMYESP OFFAUTO LIGHTS DEACTIVATEDOIL LEVEL CORRECT
Fault messages Displayed in combination with control
indicator A. Drive with caution and
seek the assistance of a workshop.
To remove fault message, press
button on end of wiper lever. After a
few seconds the message may
disappear automatically and A
remains illuminated. The fault will
then be stored in the on board
system.Fault messagesCHECK ESPCHECK FUEL FILTERCHECK GEARBOXCHECK AUTO LIGHTS
Warning messages
These may appear with control
indicator C or in combination with
other warning messages, control
indicators or an audible warning. Stop engine immediately and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Warning messagesINJECTION FAULTENGINE OVERHEATINGGEARBOX OVERHEATING
Vehicle care153Vehicle careGeneral Information...................154
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 154
Vehicle storage ........................154
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....155
Vehicle checks ........................... 155
Performing work ......................155
Bonnet ..................................... 155
Engine oil ................................. 156
Engine coolant ......................... 157
Power steering fluid .................158
Washer fluid ............................ 159
Brakes ..................................... 159
Brake fluid ............................... 159
Vehicle battery ......................... 159
Diesel fuel filter ........................161
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....161
Wiper blade replacement ........162
Bulb replacement .......................162
Headlights ............................... 162
Adaptive forward lighting .........164
Fog lights ................................. 165
Front turn signal lights .............165
Tail lights ................................. 166
Side turn signal lights ..............167Centre high-mounted brake
light ......................................... 167
Number plate light ...................168
Interior lights ............................ 168
Instrument panel illumination ...169
Electrical system ........................170
Fuses ....................................... 170
Engine compartment fuse box . 171
Instrument panel fuse box .......171
Load compartment fuse box ....172
Vehicle tools .............................. 174
Tools ........................................ 174
Wheels and tyres .......................175
Tyres ....................................... 175
Winter tyres ............................. 176
Tyre designations ....................176
Tyre pressure .......................... 176
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 177
Tread depth ............................. 179
Changing tyre and wheel size . 179 Wheel covers ........................... 180
Tyre chains .............................. 180
Tyre repair kit .......................... 180
Wheel changing .......................184
Spare wheel ............................ 185
Jump starting ............................. 188Towing....................................... 190
Towing the vehicle ...................190
Towing another vehicle ...........191
Appearance care .......................192
Exterior care ............................ 192
Interior care ............................. 193
156Vehicle care
Pull the safety catch, located slightly
left of centre, and open the bonnet.
Pull up the support rod from its holder,
then secure it in the right side hook on the underside of the bonnet.
If the bonnet is opened during an Autostop, the engine will be restarted
automatically for safety reasons.
Closing Before closing the bonnet, press the
support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch from a low height
(20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is
engaged.
Engine oil Check the engine oil level manuallyon a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine.
Ensure that the correct specification
of oil is used. Recommended fluids
and lubricants 3 196.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 10 minutes.Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
out and read the engine oil level.Caution
It is the owner's responsibility to
maintain the proper level of an
appropriate quality oil in the
engine.
When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top-up
engine oil.
228Steering...................................... 116
Steering column controls ..............73
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 73
Steering wheel controls ...............73
Stop engine .................................. 85
Stop-start system............ 16, 88, 119
Storage ......................................... 64
Storage compartments .................64
Sunglasses storage .....................65
Sun visors .................................... 37
Suspension height ......................122
Suspension seat ........................... 40
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachograph ............................ 89, 94
Tachometer ................................. 78
Tail lights ................................... 166
Technical data ............................ 201
Three-point seat belt .................... 47
Tools .......................................... 174
Top-tether fastening eyes ............63
Tow bar....................................... 150
Towing ........................................ 150
Towing another vehicle .............191
Towing a trailer ........................... 150
Towing equipment .....................151
Towing eye ................................. 190
Towing the vehicle .....................190
Traction Control system ............. 136Trailer coupling ........................... 150
Trailer stability assist .................151
Trailer towing ............................. 150
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display ...........81, 130
Tread depth ............................... 179
Trip computer .............................. 92
Triple-Info-Display .......................90
Trip odometer .............................. 78
Turbo engine warm-up ...............118
Turn and lane-change signals .....98
Turn signal ................................... 83
Tyre chains ................................ 180
Tyre changing ............................. 184
Tyre designations ......................176
Tyre pressure ............................ 176
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 87, 177
Tyre pressures ........................... 219
Tyre repair kit ............................. 180
Tyres .......................................... 175
Tyres and wheel size, changing. 179
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 142
Underseat storage .......................66
Upholstery .................................. 193
Upshift .......................................... 86
Using this manual ..........................3V
Vehicle battery ........................... 159
Vehicle checks............................ 155
Vehicle data ................................ 200
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 221
Vehicle dimensions .................... 209
Vehicle Identification Number ....198
Vehicle jack ................................ 174
Vehicle messages .......................90
Vehicle security ............................ 30
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 154
Vehicle tools ............................... 174
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 202
Ventilation ................................... 103
W
Warning chimes ........................... 91
Warning lights ............................... 77
Warning triangle .......................... 69
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 159
Washing the vehicle ...................192
Wheel changing .........................184
Wheel covers ............................. 180
Wheels and tyres .......................175
Wheel wrench ............................. 174
Wide view mirror .....................34, 37