Driving and operating131Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys and after new
disc brake pads have been fitted.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period, fuel and engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of
the diesel particle filter may take
place more often. Autostop may be
inhibited to allow for charging the
vehicle battery.
Stop-start system 3 135.
Diesel particle filter 3 138.
Ignition switch positions
Turn key:0:ignition off: Some functions
remain active until key is
removed or driver's door is
opened, provided the ignition was on previously1:accessory power mode: Steeringwheel lock released, some
electrical functions are operable,
ignition is off2:ignition is on, diesel engine is
preheating. Control indicators
illuminate and most electrical
functions are operable3:engine start: Release key after
starting procedure beginsSteering wheel lock
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.9 Danger
Never remove the key from
ignition switch during driving as
this will cause steering wheel lock.
Power button
Electronic key must be inside the
vehicle, either in the card reader or
the front passenger compartment.
158Driving and operating● ice, snow, mud, or anything elsecovers the camera lens. Clean
the lens, rinse it with water, and
wipe it with a soft cloth
● the rear doors/tailgate are not closed correctly
● the vehicle had a rear-end accident
● there are extreme temperature changesFuel
Fuel for diesel engines
Only use diesel fuel that complies
with EN 590. The fuel must have low
sulphur content (max. 10 ppm).
Equivalent standardised fuels with a
biodiesel (= FAME according to
EN14214) content of max. 7% by
volume (like DIN 51628 or equivalent
standards) may be used.
In countries outside the European
Union, use Euro-Diesel fuel with a
sulphur concentration below 50 ppm.Caution
Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 590 or similar can lead to
engine powerloss, increased wear
or engine damage and loss of
warranty.
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating
oils, Aquazole and similar diesel-
water emulsions. Diesel fuels must
not be diluted with fuels for petrol
engines.
The flow and filterability of diesel fuels are temperature-dependent. When
temperatures are low, refuel with
diesel fuel with guaranteed winter
properties.
Diesel fuel filter 3 171, diesel fuel
system bleeding 3 171.
Refuelling9 Danger
Before refuelling, switch off engine
and any external heaters with
combustion chambers.
Vehicles with stop-start system:
The engine must be switched off
and the ignition key removed, to avoid risk of engine being
restarted automatically by the
system.
Switch off any mobile phones.
Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station
when refuelling.
162Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................163
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 163
Vehicle storage ........................163
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....164
Vehicle checks ........................... 164
Performing work ......................164
Bonnet ..................................... 164
Engine oil ................................. 165
Engine air filter ........................ 166
Engine coolant ......................... 167
Power steering fluid .................167
Washer fluid ............................ 168
Brakes ..................................... 168
Brake fluid ............................... 168
Vehicle battery ......................... 169
Diesel fuel filter ........................171
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....171
Wiper blade replacement ........172
Bulb replacement .......................173
Headlights ............................... 173
Fog lights ................................. 173
Front turn signal lights .............174
Tail lights ................................. 174
Side turn signal lights ..............175Centre high-mounted brake
light ......................................... 175
Reversing light ......................... 176
Number plate light ...................177
Fog tail light ............................. 177
Interior lights ............................ 178
Instrument panel illumination ...178
Electrical system ........................179
Fuses ....................................... 179
Instrument panel fuse box .......180
Vehicle tools .............................. 183
Tools ........................................ 183
Wheels and tyres .......................184
Tyres ....................................... 184
Winter tyres ............................. 184
Tyre designations ....................184
Tyre pressure .......................... 184
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 186
Tread depth ............................. 188
Changing tyre and wheel size . 188
Wheel covers ........................... 188
Tyre chains .............................. 189
Tyre repair kit .......................... 189
Wheel changing .......................192
Spare wheel ............................ 193
Jump starting ............................. 195Towing....................................... 196
Towing the vehicle ...................196
Towing another vehicle ...........197
Appearance care .......................198
Exterior care ............................ 198
Interior care ............................. 200
166Vehicle care
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
the last change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the maximum mark MAX on the
dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
To prevent spillage when
replenishing the engine oil, we
recommend using a funnel to top-up the engine oil. Ensure funnel is
securely located onto the filler pipe.
After topping-up, put the funnel into a
plastic bag and stow it securely.
A stabilization of the engine oil
consumption will not take place until the vehicle has been driven several
thousand kilometres. Only then can
the actual degree of consumption be
established.
If consumption exceeds more than
0.6 litres every 1000 km after this
running-in period, consult a
workshop.
Capacities 3 217.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.Engine air filter
Engine air flow indicator
On certain models, an indicator is
located in the engine induction
system and indicates if the air-intake
to the engine is restricted.
Clear:No restrictionRed tell-tale:Restricted
If the red tell-tale is displayed when
the engine is running, consult a
workshop.
Vehicle care171● See the Owner's Manual forfurther information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.
Additional battery
Depending on the vehicle's auxiliary
equipment, certain models may have
an additional battery located under
the front passenger seat.
Note
The additional battery is
automatically connected to the main vehicle battery only when the engine
is running. It does not need to be manually disconnected before
disconnecting the main vehicle
battery or before jump starting the vehicle.
Jump starting 3 195.
Diesel fuel filter
The diesel fuel filter is accessible from the underside of the vehicle.
Drain filter of residual water at every
engine oil change.
Place a container underneath the
filter housing. Loosen the knurled
screw on the lower part of the filter by
approx. one turn, to drain off the
water.
The filter is drained as soon as water- free diesel fuel emerges. Retighten
the screw.
Check diesel fuel filter at shorter
intervals if the vehicle is subjected to
extreme operating conditions.
Diesel fuel system bleeding
If the fuel tank has been run dry, it will be necessary to air vent or bleed the
diesel fuel system.
Refuel then proceed as follows:
With ignition key
● Switch on the ignition (key to position 2) for five seconds at a
time.
● Switch off ignition (key to position
1 ) for three seconds.
Technical data217Capacities
Engine oilEngineR9M 408R9M 450,
R9M 413,
R9M 452Engine oil including filter [l] (approx.)6.07.4between MIN and MAX [l] (approx.)2.13.5
Fuel tank
Fuel tank, nominal capacity [l]80
AdBlue tank
AdBlue, nominal capacity [l]22.5
225Charging system .......................... 98
Child locks ................................... 32
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 68
Child restraints.............................. 65
Child restraint systems ................65
Cigarette lighter ........................... 90
Cleaning the vehicle ...................198
Climate control ............................. 17
Climate control systems .............116
Clock ............................................ 88
Coat hooks ................................... 75
Coin holder ................................... 73
Collision damage repair ..............221
Control indicators.......................... 94
Control of the vehicle .................130
Controls ........................................ 85
Controls in steering wheel ............85
Convex shape .............................. 40
Coolant ....................................... 167
Coolant and antifreeze ...............203
Coolant heater ............................ 121
Cooling (A/C) .............................. 117
Cornering light ............................ 110
Cruise control ....................102, 150
Cupholders .................................. 75
Curtain airbag system .................. 63D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights ........109, 110
Declaration of conformity ............219
DEF ............................................ 139
Demisting and defrosting ..............17
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................139
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 171
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......171
Diesel particle filter ....................138
Directional tyres ..................184, 193
Distance to service .......................93
Document tray .............................. 75
Door locks..................................... 25
Door open .................................. 102
Door panel storage .......................76
Doors ............................................ 32
Double cab ................................... 76
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........138
Driver assistance systems ..........150
Driver Information Centre ...........102
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 160
Driving economically................... 129
Driving hints ........................ 129, 130
Driving style indicator ...................93E
ECO mode .................................. 129
ecoScoring.................................. 105
Electric adjustment ......................41
Electrical accessories ...................88
Electrical system......................... 179
Electronic climate control system 118
Electronic data recording ..............43
Electronic key system ...................24
Electronic Stability Program 99,
149, 161
Electronic Stability Program off ...99
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......164
Engine air filter............................ 166
Engine air flow indicator .............166
Engine coolant ........................... 167
Engine coolant temperature ........99
Engine data ............................... 208
Engine Drag Torque Control ......149
Engine exhaust .......................... 138
Engine identification ...................206
Engine oil ...........165, 203, 207, 217
Engine oil additives ....................203
Engine oil level .......................... 104
Engine oil pressure ....................100
Engine oil viscosity grades .........203
Enhanced Traction function 148, 149
Entry lighting .............................. 114
Event data recorders ..................221
Exhaust gases ....................138, 196
227JJack ............................................ 183
Journey record............................ 105
Jump starting ............................. 195
K
Keys ............................................. 21
Keys, locks ................................... 21
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 79
Lashing straps .............................. 79
Laying up the vehicle ..........163, 169
LED spotlights ............................ 112
Light covers, misted.................... 112
Lighting ....................................... 108
Lighting features .........................114
Light switch ................................ 108
Load compartment ................35, 78
Load compartment cover .............79
Load compartment grille ...............81
Load compartment lighting .........113
Loading information .....................82
Load-through feature ....................76
Low fuel ..................................... 101
Luggage floor net .........................79
M Malfunction indicator light ............98
Manual adjustment ......................40
Manual anti-dazzle ......................42Manual transmission .................. 145
Maximum speed limiter............... 153
Messages ................................... 103
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 40, 42
Misted light covers .....................112
N New vehicle running-in ..............131
Number plate light .....................177
O Object detection systems ...........154
Odometer ..................................... 91
Oil ............................................... 165
Oil, engine .................. 165, 203, 207
Oil pressure ................................ 100
Outside temperature ....................87
Overcab storage ..........................78
Overrun cut-off ........................... 135
P Parking ................................ 20, 138
Parking assist ............................ 154
Parking brake ............................ 147
Particulate filter ........................... 138
Pedals......................................... 130
Performing work ........................164
Phone controls.............................. 85
Phone holder ................................ 73
Pollen filter ................................. 128Power button........................ 18, 131
Power outlets ............................... 88
Power steering fluid ....................167
Power windows ............................ 43
Preheating ......................... 100, 133
Puncture ..................................... 192
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 222
Radio remote control ...................22
Reading lights ............................ 113
Rear air conditioning system .....120
Rear courtesy lights ....................112
Rear door manual lock .................25
Rear doors .............................. 25, 33
Rear fog light ............................. 101
Rear fog lights ....................108, 112
Rear heating system .................. 120
Rear parcel shelf .......................... 79
Rear seats ................................... 51
2nd row seats ............................ 51
3rd row seats............................. 51
Folding ...................................... 51
Installing .................................... 51
Rear seat access ......................51
Removing .................................. 51
Seat cushion adjustment ...........51
Rear view camera ...................... 156
Rear windows .............................. 44