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Keys, doors and windows37Folding mirrors
For pedestrian safety, the exterior
mirrors will swing out of their normal
mounting position if they are struck
with sufficient force. Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure tothe mirror housing.
Parking position
The exterior mirrors can be folded in
by pressing gently on the outer edge
of the housing, e.g. when in a
confined parking situation.
Heated 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 3 116.
Electronic climate control system 3 118.
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Keys, doors and windows41Heated 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 3 116.
Electronic climate control system 3 118.
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 38.Roof
Glass panel
Depending on model variant, the load compartment may incorporate a
single or a double glass roof panel.
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Seats, restraints49Lumbar support
Adjust lumbar support to suit personalrequirements.
Operate hand pump 8 repeatedly
(located on underside of unit) to
increase firmness.
Press release button 7 to decrease
firmness.
Seat base positioning
Lift handle 5, move seat base
backwards or forwards, release handle.
Armrests
To adjust the height of the armrests, turn control knob 4 or 9.
Swivelling the seat
The driver's seat can be swivelled up
to 180° from the forward-facing
position, e.g. for easier access to the load compartment area when the
vehicle is stationary and the engine is
switched off.
Before swivelling the seat, make the
following preparations:
● Unfasten seat belt.
● Fold up the armrests.
● Slide seat as far back as possible.
● Set seat base angle to its lowest position.
● Adjust backrest inclination to vertical position.
● Open the driver's door.
Lift handle 6, swivel seat from the
forward-facing position, release
handle.
Always return the seat to the forward- facing position before driving and
ensure the seat is locked in place
before starting off.Armrest
Armrests can be folded up when not
required.
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50Seats, restraintsHeating
Press ß for the respective seat; LED
in switch illuminates. Press other end of rocker switch to turn seat heating
off.
Vehicles with suspension seat: switch ß is located below the backrest
release lever on the outboard side of
the seat.
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 for people with
sensitive skin is not recommended.
Seat heating is operational when the
engine is running.Rear seats
Rear seat access
To facilitate access to the 3rd row
seats (where fitted), open sliding side door and pull release lever on foldingaccess seat in the 2nd row and fold
the seat backrest forwards. If
necessary, unfasten seat belts from
their buckles.
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Instruments and controls83Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 84
Steering wheel adjustment ........84
Steering wheel controls .............84
Horn ........................................... 84
Steering column controls ...........84
Windscreen wiper/washer .........85
Outside temperature ..................86
Clock ......................................... 87
Power outlets ............................. 87
Cigarette lighter ......................... 89
Ashtrays .................................... 89
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐
cators ........................................... 89
Instrument cluster ......................89
Speedometer ............................. 89
Odometer .................................. 90
Trip odometer ............................ 90
Tachometer ............................... 90
Fuel gauge ................................ 91
AdBlue gauge ............................ 91
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 91
Engine oil level monitor .............92
Service display .......................... 92Transmission display .................93
Control indicators ......................93
Turn signal ................................. 96
Seat belt reminder .....................96
Airbag and belt tensioners .........96
Airbag deactivation ....................96
Charging system .......................97
Malfunction indicator light ..........97
Service vehicle soon .................97
Stop engine ............................... 98
Brake system ............................. 98
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....98
Upshift ....................................... 98
Lane departure warning ............98
Electronic Stability Program ......99
Electronic Stability Program off ............................................. 99
Engine coolant temperature ......99
Preheating ................................. 99
AdBlue ....................................... 99
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 99
Engine oil pressure ..................100
Low fuel ................................... 100
Stop-start system ....................100
Exterior light ............................ 101
High beam ............................... 101
High beam assist .....................101
Fog light ................................... 101
Rear fog light ........................... 101Cruise control.......................... 101
Tachograph ............................. 101
Door open ................................ 101
Information displays ...................102
Driver Information Centre ........102
Info display .............................. 102
Vehicle messages ......................103
Warning chimes .......................103
Trip computer ............................. 104
Tachograph ................................ 106
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88Instruments and controls
Depending on vehicle, an additional
outlet may be located in the rear of the
vehicle.
Connecting electrical accessories
while the engine is off will discharge
the vehicle battery. Do not exceed the
maximum power consumption of
120 watts.
9 Danger
To avoid the risk of fire, if multiple
power outlets are used
simultaneously, the total power
consumption of connected
accessories must not exceed
180 watts.
With ignition off the power outlet may
be deactivated.
Additionally, the power outlet may be
deactivated in case of low battery
voltage.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.Caution
Do not connect any current- delivering accessories, e.g.
electrical charging devices or
batteries.
Do not damage the outlets by
using unsuitable plugs.
USB socket
In the Infotainment unit (or on the
instrument panel) there is a USB
socket M for the connection of external
audio sources and for charging
devices.
Note
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
AUX socket, SD card slot - refer to the
Infotainment manual.
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90Instruments and controlsSpeed limiterMaximum speed may be restricted by
a speed limiter. As a visible indication
of this, a warning label is located on
the instrument panel.
A warning buzzer will sound for
ten seconds if the vehicle briefly
exceeds the set limit.
Note
Under certain conditions (e.g. steep
inclines) the vehicle speed may
exceed the set limit.
Speed limiter 3 163, cruise control
speed limiter 3 159.Odometer
Displays the recorded distance in km.
Trip odometer
The trip odometer displays the
distance travelled since the last reset.
Press button once on end of
windscreen wiper lever to display the
trip odometer.
To reset, with the trip odometer
displayed, press and hold button for a few seconds with the ignition on. The
display will flash and the value will
reset to zero.
Tachograph 3 106.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed.
Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
Caution
If the needle is in the red warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk.
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Instruments and controls91Fuel gauge
Displays fuel level in the tank.
Control indicator Y illuminates if the
level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately 3 169.
Never run the tank dry. Diesel fuel
system, bleeding 3 183.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity.
AdBlue gauge
In versions without AdBlue level
warnings in the Driver Information
Centre, an AdBlue gauge is present,
which shows the current AdBlue fluid
level remaining in the tank.
Control indicator Y 3 99 illuminates
if the level in the tank is low. Refill AdBlue as soon as possible to avoid
prevention of engine starts.
AdBlue 3 143.
Engine coolant temperature
gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.
left area:engine operating
temperature not yet
reachedcentral
area:normal operating
temperatureright area:temperature too high
Control indicator W illuminates if the
temperature is too high 3 98,
3 99.