96Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 97
Steering wheel adjustment ........97
Steering wheel controls .............97
Heated steering wheel ...............97
Horn ........................................... 98
Windscreen wiper/washer .........98
Rear window wiper/washer .......99
Outside temperature ................100
Clock ....................................... 101
Power outlets ........................... 102
Cigarette lighter .......................103
Ashtrays .................................. 103
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ......................................... 103
Instrument cluster ....................103
Speedometer ........................... 103
Odometer ................................ 104
Trip odometer .......................... 104
Tachometer ............................. 104
Fuel gauge .............................. 105
Fuel selector ............................ 105
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 106
Service display ........................ 107Control indicators ....................107
Turn signal ............................... 110
Seat belt reminder ...................111
Airbag and belt tensioners .......111
Airbag deactivation ..................112
Charging system .....................112
Malfunction indicator light ........112
Brake and clutch system .........112
Operate pedal .......................... 113
Electric parking brake ..............113
Electric parking brake fault ......113
Antilock brake system (ABS) ...113
Gear shifting ............................ 114
Power steering ........................ 114
Following distance ...................114
Lane departure warning ..........114
Electronic Stability Control off . 114
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........114
Traction Control system off .....114
Preheating ............................... 115
Diesel particle filter ..................115
AdBlue ..................................... 115
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 115
Engine oil pressure ..................115
Low fuel ................................... 116
Immobiliser .............................. 116
Exterior light ............................ 116
High beam ............................... 116High beam assist.....................116
LED headlights ........................ 116
Fog light ................................... 116
Rear fog light ........................... 116
Cruise control .......................... 116
Adaptive cruise control ............117
Vehicle detected ahead ...........117
Speed limiter ........................... 117
Traffic sign assistant ................117
Door open ................................ 117
Information displays ...................117
Driver Information Centre ........117
Info display .............................. 121
Vehicle messages ......................123
Warning chimes .......................124
Battery voltage ........................ 124
Vehicle personalisation ..............125
Telematics service .....................128
OnStar ..................................... 128
Instruments and controls103Do not connect any current-delivering
accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Do not damage the outlet by using
unsuitable plugs.
Stop-start system 3 154.
Cigarette lighter
The cigarette lighter is located in the
front console. Fold the cover
downwards.
Press in cigarette lighter. It switches off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.
AshtraysCaution
To be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish.
The portable ashtray can be placed in
the cupholders.
Warning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
In some versions, the needles of the
instruments briefly rotate to the end
position when the ignition is switched on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
110Instruments and controlsOverviewOTurn signal 3 110XSeat belt reminder 3 111vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 111VAirbag deactivation 3 112pCharging system 3 112ZMalfunction indicator light
3 112RBrake and clutch system 3 112mElectric parking brake 3 113jElectric parking brake fault
3 113-Operate pedal 3 113uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 113RGear shifting 3 114EFollowing distance 3 114cPower steering 3 114)Lane departure warning 3 114nElectronic Stability Control off
3 114bElectronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 114kTraction Control system off
3 114!Preheating 3 115%Diesel particle filter 3 115YAdBlue 3 115wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 115IEngine oil pressure 3 115YLow fuel 3 116dImmobiliser 3 1168Exterior light 3 116CHigh beam 3 116fHigh beam assist 3 116fLED headlights 3 136>Fog light 3 116rRear fog light 3 116mCruise control 3 116 / Adaptive
cruise control 3 117CAdaptive cruise control 3 117AVehicle detected ahead 3 117LSpeed limiter 3 117LTraffic sign assistant 3 117hDoor open 3 117
Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly
The parking lights are switched on.
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 3 223, Fuses
3 230.
Turn signals 3 137.
112Instruments and controlsAirbag deactivation
ONV illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. The
front passenger airbag is activated.
OFF * illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 59.
9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Brake and clutch system
R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too low, when manual parking brake is
not applied 3 220.
124Instruments and controlsMessages in the Info-DisplaySome important messages appear
additionally in the Info-Display. Some
messages only pop-up for a few
seconds.
Warning chimes When starting the engine or whilstdriving
Only one warning chime will sound at a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the tailgate is not fully
closed when starting-off.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If adaptive cruise control deactivates automatically.
● If approaching a vehicle ahead too closely.
● If a programmed speed or speed
limit is exceeded.● If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If an unintended lane change occurs.
● If reverse gear is engaged and the rear carrier system is
extended.
● If the diesel particle filter has reached the maximum filling
level.
When the vehicle is parked and/or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
● If any condition for an autostart is
not fulfilled.
Battery voltage When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.1. Switch off immediately any electrical consumers which are
not required for a safe ride, e.g.
seat heating, heated rear window or other main consumers.
2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or
by using a charging device.
The warning message will disappear
after the engine has been started two
times consecutively without a voltage drop.
If the vehicle battery cannot be
recharged, have the cause of the fault
remedied by a workshop.
Driving and operating151Driving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this
situation ( e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 154.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must
be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals.Use only floor mats which fit properly
and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver's side.
Steering If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a
system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.
Control indicator c 3 114.Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
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 of the vehicle battery.
Diesel particle filter 3 157.
Ignition switch positions Turn key:
220Vehicle careWasher fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of approved
windscreen washer fluid which
contains antifreeze.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Brakes
In the event of minimum thickness of
the brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
Continued driving is possible but
have the brake lining replaced as
soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
Brake fluid9 Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks.
If fluid level is below MIN seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 260.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free, provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
222Vehicle careCharging the vehicle battery9Warning
On vehicles with stop-start
system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed
14.6 volts when using a battery
charger. Otherwise the vehicle
battery might be damaged.
Jump starting 3 252.
Warning label
Meaning of symbols: ● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulphuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's Manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Diesel fuel system bleeding If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for
15 seconds at a time. Then crank the
engine for a maximum of 40 seconds. Repeat this process after
no less than five seconds. If the
engine fails to start, seek the
assistance of a workshop.Wiper blade replacement
Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the
raised position, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.