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In brief15Climate control
Heated rear window
Heating is operated by pressing Ü.
Heated rear window 3 37.
Heated exterior mirrors
Pressing Ü also activates the heated
exterior mirrors.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 34.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
Climate control system
● Set temperature control to warmest level.
● Set fan speed to highest level.
● Set air distribution control to V.
● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
● Switch cooling AC on.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door
windows.
Climate control system 3 103.
Electronic climate control system
Press V.
Temperature and air distribution are
set automatically and the fan runs at
a high speed.
Electronic climate control system 3 105.
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In brief17Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Turn the key to position 2 for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes in the
Driver Information Centre (DIC).
● Turn key to position 3 and
release.
Starting the engine 3 118.
Stop-start system
If the vehicle is at low speed or in
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● Depress the clutch pedal.
● Move the selector lever to N.
● Release the clutch pedal.
An Autostop is indicated when control indicator Ï illuminates green in the
instrument cluster.
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 119.
Parking9 Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply parking brake without pressing release
button. Apply as firmly as
possible on a downhill slope or
uphill slope. Depress brake
pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear.
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb.
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34Keys, doors and windowsHeated mirrors
Operated by pressing Ü on either
system. LED illuminates in button
during operation.
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Climate control system 3 103.
Electronic climate control system 3 105.Interior mirrors
Manual anti-dazzle
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing.
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Keys, doors and windows37Heated rear window
Operated by pressing Ü on either
system. LED illuminates in button
during operation.
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Climate control system 3 103.
Electronic climate control system 3 105.
Sun visors
The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed
when driving.
Sun visors may also feature a holder for parking tickets etc.
Wide view mirror 3 34.Roof
Glass panel
Emergency exit
In an emergency, the glass can be
broken. Use the hammer to strike the glass panel.
Depending on version, emergency
exit may be via the side windows
3 36.
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38Seats, restraintsSeats, restraintsHead restraints............................ 38
Front seats ................................... 39
Seat position .............................. 39
Seat adjustment ........................40
Armrest ...................................... 44
Heating ...................................... 44
Rear seats ................................... 44
Seat belts ..................................... 46
Three-point seat belt .................47
Airbag system .............................. 49
Front airbag system ...................52
Side airbag system ....................53
Airbag deactivation ....................53
Child restraints ............................. 55
Child restraint systems ..............55
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 56
ISOFIX child restraint systems ..63
Top-tether fastening eyes ..........63Head restraints
Position9 Warning
Only drive with the head restraint
set to the proper position.
The upper edge of the head restraint
should be at upper head level. If this
is not possible for extremely tall
people, set to highest position, and
set to lowest position for small people.
Height adjustment
Pull up to raise or press the catch and
lower head restraint. Ensure the head restraint engages.
Notice
Approved accessories may only be
attached to the front passenger seat head restraint if the seat is not in use.
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44Seats, restraintsArmrest
Armrests can be folded up when not
required.
Heating
Press ß for the respective seat. LED
in switch illuminates. Press other end of rocker switch to turn seat heating
off.
Seat heating is thermostatically
controlled and switches off
automatically when seat temperature
is sufficient. LED also illuminates
when the system is on, not just when
heating is active.
Prolonged use of the highest setting
for people with sensitive skin is not
recommended.
Seat heating is operational when the
engine is running.
Rear seats
Rear seat access
Depending on version, to facilitate
access to the rear seats, pull release lever and fold the seat backrest
forwards.
9 Warning
Ensure that the backrest returns to
its correct position and the seat
belt buckles engage securely.
Fitting seat belt 3 47.
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72Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 73
Steering wheel adjustment ........73
Steering wheel controls .............73
Horn ........................................... 73
Steering column controls ...........73
Windscreen wiper/washer .........74
Outside temperature ..................75
Clock ......................................... 75
Power outlets ............................. 76
Cigarette lighter ......................... 77
Ashtrays .................................... 77
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 77
Instrument cluster ......................77
Speedometer ............................. 77
Odometer .................................. 78
Trip odometer ............................ 78
Tachometer ............................... 78
Fuel gauge ................................ 79
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 79
Engine oil level monitor .............80
Service display .......................... 80
Transmission display .................81Control indicators ......................81
Turn signal ................................. 83
Seat belt reminder .....................84
Airbag and belt tensioners .........84
Airbag deactivation ....................84
Charging system .......................84
Malfunction indicator light ..........84
Service vehicle soon .................85
Stop engine ............................... 85
Brake system ............................. 85
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....86
Upshift ....................................... 86
Lane departure warning ............86
Electronic Stability Program ......86
Electronic Stability Program off ............................................. 86
Engine coolant temperature ......87
Preheating ................................. 87
AdBlue ....................................... 87
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 87
Engine oil pressure ....................87
Low fuel ..................................... 88
Stop-start system ......................88
Exterior light .............................. 88
High beam ................................. 88
High beam assist .......................89
Fog light ..................................... 89
Rear fog light ............................. 89
Cruise control ............................ 89Tachograph............................... 89
Door open .................................. 89
Information displays .....................89
Driver Information Centre ..........89
Triple-Info-Display .....................90
Vehicle messages ........................90
Warning chimes .........................91
Trip computer ............................... 92
Tachograph .................................. 94
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Instruments and controls83Control indicators in the roof
console or instrument panel
Overview
OTurn signal 3 83XSeat belt reminder 3 84vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 84WAirbag deactivation 3 84pCharging system 3 84ZMalfunction indicator light
3 84AService vehicle soon 3 85oService display 3 85CStop engine 3 85RBrake system 3 85uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 86kjUpshift, downshift 3 86ìLane departure warning 3 86RElectronic Stability Program
3 86ØElectronic Stability Program off
3 86WEngine coolant temperature
3 87!Preheating 3 87YAdBlue 3 87wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 87IEngine oil pressure 3 87YLow fuel 3 88DAutostop 3 119\Autostop inhibited 3 1199Exterior light 3 88CHigh beam 3 88íHigh beam assist 3 89>Fog light 3 89rRear fog light 3 89mCruise control 3 89UCruise control speed limiter
3 89&Tachograph 3 89yDoor open 3 89
Turn signal
O flashes green.
Flashes if a turn signal or the hazard
warning flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse.
An audible warning can be heard
when the turn signals are on. When
towing a trailer, the pitch of the
audible warning changes.