24Keys, doors and windowsTo disengage, open the door from
inside the vehicle then turn the switch to unlocked position 2.
Central locking system
Unlocks and locks the front doors,
sliding side doors and load
compartment.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks and opens the respective
door.
For safety reasons, the vehicle
cannot be locked if the key is in the
ignition switch.
Unlocking Note
In the event of an accident of a
certain severity, the vehicle unlocks
automatically.
Fuel cut-off system 3 96.Van
Press Ä: Front doors are unlocked.
Press Å: Rear doors / tailgate and
sliding side doors are unlocked.
Combi, Combo Tour
Press Ä: All doors, including rear
doors / tailgate and sliding side doors
are unlocked.
Press Å: Rear doors / tailgate only
are unlocked.
Note
If engaged, the manual lock on the sliding side door remains engaged
even after unlocking the vehicle with
the remote control.
Sliding side door manual lock 3 22.
Locking
Close all doors. If the doors are not
closed properly, the central locking
system will not work.
Note
If a door or the tailgate is open,
control indicator ( illuminates in the
instrument cluster 3 90.
48Seats, restraintsUnfastening
To unfasten belt, press red button on
belt buckle. The seat belt retracts automatically.
Seat belts on the rear seats The seat belt for the rear centre seat
can only be withdrawn from the
retractor if the backrest is in the rear
position.
Using the seat belt while pregnant9 Warning
The lap belt must be positioned as
low as possible across the pelvis
to prevent pressure on the
abdomen.
Airbag system
The airbag system consists of a
number of individual systems
depending on the scope of
equipment.
When triggered, the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable
during the collision.
Note
Depending on the severity of a
collision, the fuel system may also be cut-off and the engine switched
off automatically, for safety reasons. Resetting the fuel cut-off system;
refer to "Fuel system messages"
3 96.
Note
Expiry dates for replacing the airbag system components may be found
on the label inside the glovebox.
Contact a workshop to have the
airbag system components
replaced.
Instruments and controls77Fuel gauge
Displays the fuel level or gas level in
the tank depending on the operation
mode.
During natural gas operation, the
system automatically switches over to
petrol operation when the gas tanks
are empty 3 77. Fuel selector
3 134.
Control indicator $ illuminates if the
level in the tank is low.
Note
The symbol k beside Y indicates
that the fuel filler flap is located on
the left side of the vehicle.
Never run the tank dry.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity.
The needle will point to 0 and control
indicator $ will flash to indicate a fault
in the system. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Low fuel control indicator $ 3 88.
CNG fuel gauge
In natural gas operation mode, the
four vertical bars next to CNG
correspond to the methane level in
the cylinders. As the fuel level
diminishes, the bars in the CNG fuel
gauge disappear.
CNG and the one remaining bar will
flash if the methane level in the
cylinders is low.
Refuelling 3 135.
Fuel selector
Pressing Y in the centre console (if
fitted) switches between petrol and
natural gas operation. The LED 1
status shows the current operating
mode.
78Instruments and controls1 off:natural gas
operation1 illuminates:petrol operation
During natural gas operation, if
control indicator Y illuminates in the
Driver Information Centre 3 90, the
natural gas tanks are empty and
petrol operation is automatically
engaged.
Fuel for natural gas operation 3 134,
Refuelling 3 135.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.
If control indicator $ illuminates, the
coolant temperature is too high.
Depending on version, a message
also appears in the Driver Information Centre 3 90. Seek the assistance of
a workshop.Caution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
engine. Danger to engine. Check
coolant level.
Service display
Service display is available in
vehicles with Multifunction version of the Driver Information Centre 3 90.
When the ignition is switched on, the remaining distance before the next
service is due may be shown briefly.
Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which a service will be
indicated can vary considerably.
When the remaining distance before
the next service is less than 2,000 km ,
Serv. appears in the Driver
Information Centre. The service
reminder is repeated after every
additional 200 km and becomes more
frequent when the remaining distance
is below 200 km.
When the remaining distance has
reduced to zero, a warning message, e.g. Service coupon expired , appears
in the Driver Information Centre.
The vehicle needs a service. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
The remaining distance to the next
service may also be viewed in the
Driver Information Centre by
selecting Service from the settings
menu options 3 90.
82Instruments and controlsIf 9 illuminates together with I
3 88; stop engine immediately and
seek the assistance of a workshop.
In the event of the failure of control
indicator v for airbags and belt
tensioners 3 82, 9 will illuminate.
9 also illuminates if the fuel cut-off
switch is triggered. Consult a
workshop.
Fuel cut-off system 3 96, Vehicle
shutdown 3 115.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message may also be displayed in the Driver
Information Centre 3 90.
Turn signal
2 or 3 flashes green.
Flashes
A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse, failure of turn signal light on trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 148, Fuses
3 154.Turn signals 3 101.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder for front seats
X for driver's seat and/or front
passenger seat illuminates or flashes
red.
Illuminates
When the ignition has been switched
on, control indicator X illuminates
briefly if driver's seat belt and/or front
passenger seat belt is not fastened. A warning chime also sounds for a few
seconds.
Flashes
During driving X will flash and a
warning chime will sound for
90 seconds until the front seat belts are fastened.
Three-point seat belts 3 46.9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
Note
The volume of the warning chime
can also be adjusted via the Driver
Information Centre 3 90.
Airbag and belt tensioners v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for
approx. four seconds.
If it does not illuminate, does not go
out after four seconds or illuminates
whilst driving, there is a fault in the
airbag system. Seek the assistance
of a workshop. The airbags and belt
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the event of an accident.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.
Instruments and controls85s illuminates during driving when a
fault is present in the transmission.
A warning message may also appear
in the Driver Information Centre
3 90 in conjunction with a warning
chime.
Continued driving is possible,
provided the vehicle is driven with
care and anticipation.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop as soon as possible.
Manual transmission automated
3 122.
Gear shifting
[ or Ò illuminates green in the
Driver Information Centre 3 90
when gearshifting is recommended
for fuel saving reasons.
Hill start assist
Z illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is afault in the Hill start assist. Seek the
assistance of a workshop to have the
fault remedied.
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) control indicator R may also
illuminate 3 85 in conjunction with
Z .
Depending on version, 9 may
illuminate as an alternative if control
indicator Z is not present. A
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Hill holder unavailable , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
Generic warning 9 3 81.
Hill start assist 3 127.
Ultrasonic parking assist
r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
covered by ice or snow
orInterference due to external sources
of ultrasound. Once the source of
interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if control indicator r
is not present. Depending on version,
a corresponding warning message,
e.g. Parking help unavailable , may
also be displayed in the Driver
Information Centre 3 90.
Generic warning 9 3 81.
Ultrasonic parking assist 3 131.
Electronic Stability Control
R illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
88Instruments 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 ignition key until
vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steering wheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 143.
Change engine oil Diesel engines with diesel particle
filter
I flashes red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
The engine oil life monitor lets you know when to change the oil. Control
indicator I will flash to indicate that
engine oil life has been diminished
and the oil needs changing.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Change engine oil , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which an oil change will be
indicated can vary considerably.
Depending on model variant, I may
flash in the following ways:
● for one minute every two hours, or
● for three minute cycles with I off
for intervals of five seconds
The warning will be repeated every
time the engine is started, until the
engine oil is changed and the service display is reset. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
Service display 3 78.
Low engine oil level
S illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, the engine
oil level is insufficient.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Check engine oil level , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
Check oil level before seeking the assistance of a workshop 3 143.
Low fuel $ illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low. Refuel
immediately 3 135.
Never run the tank dry.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Warning low fuel , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information Centre 3 90.
Catalytic converter 3 120.
Instruments and controls89Flashes
Fault in fuel system. Have the cause
of the fault remedied by a workshop.
The needle in the fuel gauge will point to 0. Fuel gauge 3 77.
Drain fuel filter U illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Indicates the presence of water in the
diesel.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Check diesel fuel filter , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90. Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately.
Immobiliser
d illuminates yellow.If d illuminates when starting, there
is a fault in the immobiliser system.
The engine cannot be started.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 90.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Immobiliser 3 29.
Stop-start system
Æ illuminates yellow.
A fault is present in the system. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a
workshop.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if control indicator Æ is
not present.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Start&Stop unavailable , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
Generic warning 9 3 81.
Stop-start system 3 116.Exterior light
8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 99.
Control indicator 8 also illuminates
when the exit lighting feature has
been switched on 3 105.
Exterior light failure
µ illuminates yellow.
Failure of one or more of the exterior
lights or associated fuse.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if µ is not present.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 90.
Generic warning 9 3 81.
Bulb replacement 3 148.
High beam C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and
during headlight flash 3 99.