In brief17Automatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
The selector lever can only be movedout of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 162.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 238, 3 275.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 217.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 29, 3 38,
3 51.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake pedal. ● Automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
252Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged battery
can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle.
Do not start with quick charger.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
● Never expose the vehicle battery
to naked flames or sparks.
● A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen vehicle
battery before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a battery.
● Use a booster vehicle battery with the same voltage (12 Volt).
Its capacity (Ah) must not be
much less than that of the
discharged vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
vehicle battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission in P.
● Open the positive terminal protection cap of your vehicle in
the engine compartment and of
the booster vehicle battery.
286IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 215
Active Emergency Braking .........186
Active head restraints ...................37
Adaptive cruise control .......117, 176
AdBlue ........................ 115, 159, 260
Adjustable air vents ...................148
Airbag and belt tensioners .........111
Airbag deactivation ..............59, 112
Airbag label................................... 54
Airbag system .............................. 54
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 149
Air conditioning system .............. 143
Air intake .................................... 149
Air vents...................................... 148
Antilock brake system ................ 166
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....113
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Appearance care ........................255
Armrest ......................................... 42
Armrest storage ........................... 69
Ashtrays ..................................... 103
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............133
Automatic locking ........................24
Automatic transmission .............162Autostop..................................... 154
Auxiliary heater ........................... 148
B Battery discharge protection ......141
Battery voltage ........................... 124
Bicycle rack .................................. 70
BlueInjection ............................... 159
Bonnet ....................................... 216
Brake and clutch fluid .................260
Brake and clutch system ...........112
Brake assist ............................... 168
Brake fluid .................................. 220 Brakes ............................... 166, 220
Breakdown.................................. 253
Bulb replacement ....................... 223
C Capacities .................................. 273
Cargo management system ........88
Car Pass ...................................... 21
Catalytic converter .....................158
Central locking system ................22
Centre console lighting ..............140
Centre console storage ...............69
Changing tyre and wheel size ...243
Charging system ........................ 112
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 63
Child restraints.............................. 60
290Traction Control system off......... 114
Traffic sign assistant ...........117, 194
Trailer coupling ........................... 209
Trailer stability assist .................212
Trailer towing ............................. 209
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................162
Tread depth ............................... 242
Trip odometer ............................ 104
Turn and lane-change signals ...137
Turn signal ................................. 110
Tyre chains ................................ 243
Tyre designations ......................237
Tyre pressure ............................ 238
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................. 115, 239
Tyre pressures ........................... 275
Tyre repair kit ............................. 243
U
Ultrasonic parking assist............. 188
Underseat storage .......................68
Upholstery .................................. 257
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 220
Vehicle checks............................ 216
Vehicle data ................................ 265
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 283Vehicle detected ahead..............117
Vehicle dimensions .................... 272
Vehicle Identification Number ....263
Vehicle jack ................................ 237
Vehicle messages .....................123
Vehicle personalisation .............125
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 215
Vehicle tools ............................... 237
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 271
Ventilation ................................... 142
W
Warning chimes .........................124
Warning lights ............................. 103
Warning triangle .......................... 92
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 220
Wheel changing .........................246
Wheel covers ............................. 243
Wheels and tyres .......................237
Windows ....................................... 31
Windscreen................................... 31
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........98
Winter tyres ............................... 237
Wiper blade replacement ..........222