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16In briefAutomatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
The selector lever can only be movedout of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 161.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 236, 3 273.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 215.
● 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 28, 3 37,
3 50.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake pedal. ● Automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
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250Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged battery
can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle.
Do not start with quick charger.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
● Never expose the vehicle battery
to naked flames or sparks.
● A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen vehicle
battery before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a battery.
● Use a booster vehicle battery with the same voltage (12 Volt).
Its capacity (Ah) must not be
much less than that of the
discharged vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
vehicle battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission in P.
● Open the positive terminal protection cap of your vehicle in
the engine compartment and of
the booster vehicle battery.
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284IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 213
Active Emergency Braking .........185
Active head restraints ...................36
Adaptive cruise control .......116, 175
AdBlue ........................ 114, 158, 258
Adjustable air vents ...................147
Airbag and belt tensioners .........110
Airbag deactivation ..............57, 111
Airbag label................................... 53
Airbag system .............................. 53
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 148
Air conditioning system .............. 142
Air intake .................................... 148
Air vents...................................... 147
Antilock brake system ................ 165
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....112
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................253
Armrest ......................................... 41
Armrest storage ........................... 68
Ashtrays ..................................... 102
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............132
Automatic locking ........................24
Automatic transmission .............161Autostop..................................... 153
Auxiliary heater ........................... 147
B Battery discharge protection ......140
Battery voltage ........................... 123
Bicycle rack .................................. 69
BlueInjection ............................... 158
Bonnet ....................................... 214
Brake and clutch fluid .................258
Brake and clutch system ...........111
Brake assist ............................... 167
Brake fluid .................................. 218 Brakes ............................... 165, 218
Breakdown.................................. 251
Bulb replacement ....................... 221
C Capacities .................................. 271
Cargo management system ........87
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................157
Central locking system ................22
Centre console lighting ..............139
Centre console storage ...............68
Changing tyre and wheel size ...241
Charging system ........................ 111
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 62
Child restraints.............................. 59
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288Traction Control system off......... 113
Traffic sign assistant ...........116, 193
Trailer coupling ........................... 207
Trailer stability assist .................211
Trailer towing ............................. 208
Transmission ............................... 15
Transmission display .................161
Tread depth ............................... 240
Trip odometer ............................ 103
Turn and lane-change signals ...136
Turn signal ................................. 109
Tyre chains ................................ 241
Tyre designations ......................235
Tyre pressure ............................ 236
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................. 114, 237
Tyre pressures ........................... 273
Tyre repair kit ............................. 241
U
Ultrasonic parking assist............. 187
Underseat storage .......................67
Upholstery .................................. 255
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 218
Vehicle checks............................ 214
Vehicle data ................................ 263
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 281Vehicle detected ahead..............116
Vehicle dimensions .................... 270
Vehicle Identification Number ....261
Vehicle jack ................................ 235
Vehicle messages .....................122
Vehicle personalisation .............124
Vehicle security ............................ 25
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 213
Vehicle tools ............................... 235
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 269
Ventilation ................................... 141
W
Warning chimes .........................123
Warning lights ............................. 103
Warning triangle .......................... 91
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 218
Wheel changing .........................244
Wheel covers ............................. 241
Wheels and tyres .......................235
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........97
Winter tyres ............................... 235
Wiper blade replacement ..........220