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94Instruments and controls9Warning
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 steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 191.
Low fuel
i illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Flashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Catalytic converter 3 143.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 195.
Immobiliser
d flashes yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Exterior light 8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 112.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminates when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 114 , or when
high beam is on with high beam assist
or intelligent light range 3 116.
High beam assist
l illuminates green.
The high beam assist or intelligent light range is activated 3 114,
3 116.
Adaptive forward lighting f illuminates or flashes yellow.Illuminates
Fault in system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Flashes
System switched to symmetrical low
beam.
Control indicator f flashes for approx.
4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on as a reminder that the
system has been activated 3 115.
Automatic light control 3 113.
Fog light > illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 120.
Rear fog light
r illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 120.
Cruise control
m illuminates white or green.
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Instruments and controls97●Speed Warning : if exceeding the
preset speed, a warning chime will be activated
● Traffic Sign Assistant : displays
detected traffic signs for the
current route section 3 174
● Following Dist. : displays the
distance to a preceding moving vehicle 3 162
Trip/Fuel Information Menu W
Press MENU to select W.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a page:Page 1:
● trip odometer 1
● average consumption 1
● average speed 1
Page 2: ● trip odometer 2
● average consumption 2
● average speed 2
Page 3: ● digital speed
● range
● instantaneous consumption
The information of page 1 and
page 2 can be reset separately for
odometer, average consumption and
average speed, making it possible to display different trip information.
Select pages by turning the adjuster
wheel on the turn signal lever.
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98Instruments and controls
Trip odometer 1 or 2
Trip odometer displays the recorded
distance since a certain reset.
Trip odometer counts up to a distance of 2000 km and then restarts at 0.
Reset trip odometer by pressing
SET/CLR on the turn signal lever for
a few seconds or by pressing the
reset knob near the speedometer
separately for selected page 1 or 2.
Average consumption 1 or 2 Display of average consumption. Themeasurement can be reset at any
time and starts with a default value.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds separately for selected
page 1 or 2.
Average speed 1 or 2 Display of average speed. The
measurement can be reset at any
time.
To reset, press SET/CLR for a few
seconds separately for selected
page 1 or 2.
Digital speedDigital display of the instantaneous
speed.
Range Range is calculated from current fueltank content and current
consumption. The display shows
average values.
After refuelling, the range is updated
automatically after a brief delay.
When the fuel level in the tank is low, a message appears in the display.
When the tank must be refuelled
immediately, a warning message is
displayed.Additionally, the control indicator i
in the fuel gauge illuminates or
flashes 3 94.
Instantaneous consumption
Displays the instantaneous
consumption.
ECO Information Menu s
Press MENU to select s.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
page:
● Shift indication : Current gear is
indicated inside an arrow. The
digit above recommends
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Instruments and controls101Turn multifunction knob to:● Select a setting or value.
● Display a menu option.
Press multifunction knob to: ● Confirm a setting or value.
● Select or activate the marked option.
● Switch a system function on/off.
Press BACK to:
● Exit a menu or setting without changing.
● Return from a submenu to a higher menu level.
● Delete the last character in a character sequence. Press and
hold BACK for a few seconds to
delete the entire entry.
To exit the Settings menu, press
BACK repeatedly or press CONFIG
after confirming the changes.
Vehicle personalisation 3 103.
Memorised settings 3 23.
Vehicle messages
Messages are indicated in the Driver
Information Centre, in some cases
together with a warning and signal
sound.
Press SET/CLR , MENU or turn the
adjuster wheel to confirm a message.
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102Instruments and controlsMessages in the Driver
Information Centre
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
Messages in the
Colour-Info-Display
Some important messages may
appear additionally in the
Colour-Info-Display. Press the
multifunction knob to confirm a
message. Some messages only pop- up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes
When starting the engine or whilst
driving
Only one warning chime will sound at
a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the boot lid is not fully
closed when starting off.
● If the soft top is not completely opened or closed.
● If the soft top lid is not completely
closed.
● If the load compartment partition is folded in when operating the
soft top.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If a certain speed is exceeded when operating the soft top.
● If a programmed speed or speed
limit is exceeded.● If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If unintended lane change occurs.
● If the diesel particle filter has reached the maximum filling
level.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.
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Instruments and controls1031. Switch off immediately anyelectrical consumers which are
not required for a safe ride, e.g.
seat heating, heated rear window or other main consumers.
2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or
by using a charging device.
The warning message will disappear
after the engine has been started
twice consecutively without a voltage
drop.
If the vehicle battery cannot be
recharged, have the cause of the fault
remedied by a workshop.Vehicle personalisation
The vehicle's behaviour can be
personalised by changing the settings in the Info-Display.
Some of the personal settings for
different drivers can be memorised
individually for each vehicle key.
Memorised settings 3 23.
Depending on vehicle equipment and
country-specific regulations, some of
the functions described below may
not be available.
Some functions are only displayed or
active when the engine is running.
Personal settings in the
Graphic-Info-Display
CD 400plus/CD 400/CD 300
Press CONFIG . The menu Settings is
displayed.
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Instruments and controls105●Comfort settings
Chime volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalization by driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
● Park assist / Collision detection
Park assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
sensors. Activation is selectable
with or without attached trailer
coupling.
Side blind zone alert : Changes
the settings for the side blind spot alert system.
● Exterior ambient lighting
Duration upon exit of vehicle :
Activates or deactivates and
changes the duration of exit
lighting.
Exterior lighting by unlocking :
Activates or deactivates the
welcome lighting.
● Power door locks
Auto door lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switchingoff ignition. Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
locking function after driving-off.
Stop door lock if door open :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic door locking function
while a door is open.
Delayed door lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function.
● Remote locking, unlocking,
starting
Remote unlock feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback whilst unlocking.
Remote door unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
the driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Auto relock doors : Activates or
deactivates the automatic relock
function after unlocking without
opening the vehicle.
● Restore factory settings
Restore factory settings : Resets
all settings to the default settings.Settings in the Colour-Info-
Display
Navi 950/Navi 650/CD 600
Press CONFIG on the Infotainment
system faceplate to enter the
Configuration menu.
Turn the multifunction knob to scroll
upwards or downwards in the list.
Press the multifunction knob
(Navi 950 / Navi 650: press the outer
ring) to select a menu item.
● Sport Mode Profile
● Languages
● Time and Date
● Radio Settings
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106Instruments and controls●Phone Settings
● Navigation Settings
● Display Settings
● Vehicle Settings
In the corresponding submenus the
following settings can be changed:
Sport Mode Profile ● Engine Sport Performance :
Accelerator pedal and gear
change characteristics become
more responsive.
● Sport Mode Back Lighting :
Changes the instrument
illumination colour.
● Sport Suspension : Damping
becomes harder.
● Sport Steering : Steering support
is reduced.
Languages
Selection of the desired language.
Time and Date
See Infotainment manual for further information.Radio Settings
See Infotainment manual for further information.
Phone Settings
See Infotainment manual for further information.
Navigation Settings
See Infotainment manual for further
information.
Display Settings ● Home Page Menu :
See Infotainment manual for
further information.
● Rear Camera Options :
Press to adjust the rear camera options 3 172.
● Display Off :
See Infotainment manual for
further information.
● Map Settings :
See Infotainment manual for
further information.Vehicle Settings
● Climate and Air Quality
Auto Fan Speed : Modifies the
level of the cabin airflow of the
climate control in automatic
mode.
Air Conditioning Mode : Controls
the state of the cooling
compressor when the vehicle is
started. Last setting
(recommended) or at vehicle
start is either always ON or
always OFF.
Auto Rear Demist : Activates
heated rear window
automatically.
● Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.
Personalisation by Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
● Collision Detection Systems
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
sensors. Activation is selectable with or without attached trailer
coupling.