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38Seats, restraintsSeat backrests
Turn handwheel. Do not lean on
backrest when adjusting.
Seat height
Lever pumping motion
up:higherdown:lower
Operate lever and adjust body weight
on seat to raise or lower it.
Lumbar support
Adjust lumbar support using
handwheel to suit personal
requirements.
Rotate handwheel to increase and
decrease support.
Seat folding Folding front passenger seatDepending on version, the front
passenger seat can be folded flat to
the table position.
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Seats, restraints39Slide the front passenger seat as far
back as possible, to avoid contact
with the instrument panel during
folding.
Note
When seat height is in its highest
position, push head restraints down
3 35 before folding backrest.
Ensure that nothing prevents the
seat from folding, e.g. sun visor,
glovebox.
Pull release levers (1), fold backrest
fully forwards then release the levers. Then push the backrest down further
until it is completely flat.
Pull the flap (2) located at the base of
the backrest and simultaneously push
the backrest down as far as possible.
On some versions, there is a single
release lever located on the inboard
side of the front passenger seat. Pull
release lever, fold backrest fully
forwards, release lever then push
backrest down until it is completely
flat. The flap at the base of the
backrest is not present on some
versions.
Note
Do not operate handwheel for
backrest inclination when backrest is
folded forwards.
9 Warning
When the front passenger seat is
in the folded position, the front
passenger airbag system must be deactivated.
Airbag deactivation 3 53.
9 Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or vehicle.
Unfolding front passenger seat
To restore the seat to the upright
position, pull the flap located at the
base of the backrest and
simultaneously pull up the backrest
as far as it will go.
Pull release levers and raise backrest
fully then release levers.
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Seats, restraints499Warning
If handled improperly the airbag
systems can be triggered in an
explosive manner.
Note
The airbag systems and belt
pretensioner control electronics are
located in the centre console area.
Do not put any magnetic objects in
this area.
Do not affix any objects onto the
airbag covers and do not cover them with other materials. Have damaged
covers replaced by a workshop.
Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it may be
necessary to have the steering
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of the panelling, the door seals,
handles and the seats replaced.
Do not make any modifications to
the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle type approval.
9 Warning
When the airbags inflate, escaping
hot gases may cause burns.
Control indicator v for airbag systems
3 82.
Fault
If there is a fault in the airbag and belt tensioner system, the control
indicator v illuminates in the
instrument cluster. The system is not
operational.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Airbag failure , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Control indicator v 3 82.
Child restraint systems on front
passenger seat with airbag
systems
Warning according to ECE R94.02:
EN: NEVER use a rear-facing child
restraint system on a seat protected
by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it,
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the
CHILD can occur.
DE: Nach hinten gerichtete
Kindersitze NIEMALS auf einem Sitz
verwenden, der durch einen davor
befindlichen AKTIVEN AIRBAG
geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder
SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES
KINDES zur Folge haben kann.
FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège
d'enfant orienté vers l'arrière sur un
siège protégé par un COUSSIN
GONFLABLE ACTIF placé devant lui,
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52Seats, restraintsMT: QATT tuża trażżin għat-tfal li
jħares lejn in-naħa ta’ wara fuq sit
protett b’AIRBAG ATTIV quddiemu;
dan jista’ jikkawża l-MEWT jew
ĠRIEĦI SERJI lit-TFAL.
Beyond the warning required by ECE R94.02, for safety reasons never use
a forward-facing child restraint
system on the front passenger seat
with active front airbag.
The airbag label may be located on
both sides of the front passenger sun
visor.9 Danger
Do not use a child restraint system
on the passenger seat with active
front airbag.
Airbag deactivation 3 53.
Front airbag system
The front airbag system consists of
one airbag in the steering wheel and
one in the instrument panel on the
front passenger side. These can be
identified by the word AIRBAG.
Additionally, there may be a warning
label on both sides of the front
passenger sun visor.
Child restraint systems 3 55.
Airbag deactivation 3 53.The front airbag system is triggered in
the event of a front-end impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and head of
the front seat occupants
considerably.
9 Warning
Optimum protection is only
provided when the seat is in the
proper position.
Seat position 3 36.
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Instruments and controls69Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 70
Steering wheel adjustment ........70
Steering wheel controls .............70
Horn ........................................... 70
Windscreen wiper/washer .........71
Rear window wiper/washer .......71
Headlamp washer .....................72
Outside temperature ..................72
Clock ......................................... 72
Power outlets ............................. 74
Cigarette lighter ......................... 75
Ashtrays .................................... 75
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 76
Instrument cluster ......................76
Speedometer ............................. 76
Odometer .................................. 76
Trip odometer ............................ 76
Tachometer ............................... 76
Fuel gauge ................................ 77
Fuel selector .............................. 77
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 78
Service display .......................... 78Transmission display .................79
Control indicators ......................79
Generic warning ........................81
Turn signal ................................. 82
Seat belt reminder .....................82
Airbag and belt tensioners .........82
Airbag deactivation ....................83
Charging system .......................83
Malfunction indicator light ..........83
Brake system ............................. 84
Brake pad wear ......................... 84
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....84
Transmission ............................. 84
Gear shifting .............................. 85
Hill start assist ........................... 85
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........85
Electronic Stability Control ........85
Engine coolant temperature ......86
Preheating ................................. 86
Diesel particle filter ....................86
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 87
Engine oil pressure ....................87
Change engine oil .....................88
Low engine oil level ...................88
Low fuel ..................................... 88
Drain fuel filter ........................... 89
Immobiliser ................................ 89
Stop-start system ......................89
Exterior light .............................. 89High beam................................. 89
Fog light ..................................... 90
Rear fog light ............................. 90
Cruise control ............................ 90
Door open .................................. 90
Information displays .....................90
Driver Information Centre ..........90
Vehicle messages ........................95
Warning chimes .........................95
Fuel system messages ..............96
Trip computer ............................... 96
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70Instruments and controlsControlsSteering wheel adjustment
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is
fully locked.
Do not adjust steering wheel unless
vehicle is stationary and steering
wheel lock has been released.
Steering wheel controls
The Infotainment system and a
connected mobile phone can be
operated via the controls on the
steering wheel.
Further information is available in the
Infotainment manual.
Horn
Press j.
The horn will sound regardless of
ignition switch position.
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74Instruments and controlsPower outlets
A 12 Volt power outlet is located at the
front of the centre console.
Rear power outlets Depending on model variant,12 Volt
power outlets are located at the
sidewall in the load compartment.
Short wheelbase van
Long wheelbase van
Combo Tour
Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 180 watts.
With ignition off, the power outlets are
deactivated. Additionally, the power
outlets are deactivated in the event of
low vehicle battery voltage.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
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Instruments and controls87Continue driving until %
extinguishes. Depending on version,
a warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
If possible, do not allow engine speed
to drop below 2000 rpm during the
cleaning process.
Control indicator % illuminates when
diesel particle filter is full. Start cleaning process as soon as possible
to avoid damage to the engine.
Diesel particle filter 3 120, Stop-start
system 3 116.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Control indicator w illuminates
together with a warning chime and, in
vehicles with Multifunction version of
the Driver Information Centre 3 90,a corresponding message also
appears when a puncture or severely
under-inflated tyre is detected.
Flashes
Fault in system. After several
seconds w illuminates continuously.
Consult a workshop.
Depending on version, a
corresponding message also
appears in the Driver Information
Centre when a tyre without a pressure sensor is mounted (e.g. spare wheel).
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 160.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 90.Caution
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 (or move selector lever to N).
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.