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72StorageStorageStorage compartments................72
Instrument panel storage ...........72
Glovebox ................................... 73
Cupholders ................................ 73
Front storage ............................. 73
Overhead console .....................74
Underseat storage .....................74
Overcab storage ........................75
Load compartment .......................75
Lashing eyes ............................. 75
Cargo management system ......76
Safety net .................................. 79
Load compartment grille ............79
Warning triangle ........................79
First aid kit ................................. 80
Fire extinguisher ........................80
Roof rack system .........................81
Roof rack ................................... 81
Loading information .....................81Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise vehicle
occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the
event of hard braking, a sudden
change in direction or an accident.
Instrument panel storage
Storage compartments, pockets and
trays are located in the instrument
panel.
A phone holder and/or a coin holder
with a clip for holding tickets is located on the top of the instrument panel.
The tray located centrally on top of the instrument panel has a lid.
Document holder
Withdraw the document holder from
the instrument panel by pulling the
base towards you and then swivelling it downwards.
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Storage73To fold away, raise the base until the
document holder is horizontal, then push fully in.
Glovebox
The glovebox should be closed whilst driving.
Glovebox cooler 3 130.
Cupholders Cupholders are located at either end
of the instrument panel and centrally
in the lower instrument panel.
The cupholders can also be used to
hold the portable ashtray unit 3 89.
Additionally, cupholders may be
located in the rear side of the front
centre passenger seat. Folding
passenger seatback 3 73.
Depending on model, cupholders
may also be located in the lower front
part of the rear seats.
Front storage Depending on model, coat hooks orstorage nets may be located on the
cabin bulkhead.
The front door pockets contain bottle
holders.Folding front centre passenger
seatback
Pull backrest release lever on the
front centre passenger seat towards
front of vehicle before folding down
the backrest to the horizontal
position.
The rear side of the backrest features storage compartments, cupholders
and a swivelling shelf, which can be
used for writing or documents.
Return the swivelling shelf to its
original position before pulling
backrest release lever and raising the
backrest.
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Instruments and controls879Warning
The road surface may already be
icy even though the display
indicates a few degrees above
0 °C.
Clock
Depending on vehicle, the current
time and/or date may appear in the information display 3 102 or the
Driver Information Centre 3 102.
Set time and date in information
display
Hours and minutes can be adjusted
by pressing the appropriate buttons
by the display or with the Infotainment
system controls.
Further information is available in the
Infotainment manual.
Set time in Driver Information
Centre
Display the clock function by pressing button repeatedly on end of wiper
lever. When the time flashes (after
approx. two seconds):
● Press and hold the bottom button.
● Hours flash.
● Press top button to change hours.
● Press and hold bottom button to set hours.
● Minutes flash.
● Press top button to change minutes.
● Press and hold bottom button to set minutes and exit setting
mode.
Power outlets
12 V power outlets are located on top
of the instrument panel, or beside the gearshift lever.
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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 controls95Control indicators in the
instrument panel
Control indicators in the roof
console
OverviewOTurn signal 3 96XSeat belt reminder 3 96vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 96WAirbag deactivation 3 96pCharging system 3 97ZMalfunction indicator light
3 97AService vehicle soon 3 97oService display 3 97CStop engine 3 98RBrake system 3 98uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 98kjUpshift, downshift 3 98ìLane departure warning 3 98RElectronic Stability Program
3 99ØElectronic Stability Program off
3 99WEngine coolant temperature
3 99!Preheating 3 99YAdBlue 3 99wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 99IEngine oil pressure 3 100YLow fuel 3 100DAutostop (Stop-start system)
3 100\Autostop inhibited (Stop-start
system) 3 1009Exterior light 3 101CHigh beam 3 101íHigh beam assist 3 101>Fog light 3 101øRear fog light 3 101mCruise control 3 101
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Instruments and controls99Lane departure warning 3 167.
Electronic Stability Program b flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Flashing during driving
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree
3 157.
Illuminates during driving The system is unavailable.
May illuminate together with control
indicator A 3 97. A corresponding
message also appears in the Driver Information Centre 3 102.
ESP® Plus
3 157, Traction Control
system 3 156.
Electronic Stability Program
off
Ø illuminates green.If ESP ®Plus
has been deactivated with
Ø on the instrument panel, control
indicator Ø illuminates and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 3 102.
ESP® Plus
3 157, Traction Control
system 3 156.
Engine coolant temperature
W illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
If W illuminates (possibly in
combination with control indicator
C ), stop vehicle and switch off
engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level 3 178.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature
is low.
AdBlue Õ illuminates yellow.
AdBlue level is low. Refill AdBlue as
soon as possible, to avoid prevention
of engine starts.
Illuminates together with control
indicator A to indicate a system
failure or as a warning that engine starting may not be possible after a
certain distance. Seek the assistance
of a workshop immediately.
A corresponding message appears in the Driver Information Centre 3 102.
AdBlue 3 143.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.
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Lighting113Interior lighting
Interior lights
Courtesy lights illuminate when the vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control or the front doors are opened.
When the doors are closed, the
courtesy light extinguishes after a
delay or immediately after the ignition
is switched on.
Front courtesy light
With the switch in its central position,
the light functions as a courtesy light.Operated by pressing the switch c:
● on constantly
● on when the doors are unlocked and opened
● off constantly
Rear courtesy lights
Combi, Bus
Low level and overhead courtesy
lights are located in the rear
passenger compartment.
Operate rocker switch on the
instrument panel:
press OFF:offpress c:onReading lights l 3 114.
Load compartment lighting Load compartment lighting can be setto illuminate when the side and rear
doors are opened, or switched on
constantly.
With the switch in its central position,
the light functions as a courtesy light.
Operated by pressing the switch c:
● on constantly
● on when the doors are unlocked and opened
● off constantly