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16In briefAutomatic 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 3 168.
Manual transmission automatedN:neutral positionD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshiftR:reverse
Engage reverse only when vehicle is stationary.
Manual transmission automated
3 172.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure and condition 3 254, 3 292
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 229.
● 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 38, 3 46,
3 56.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
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Vehicle care269Jump starting
The vehicle battery is located in the
load compartment under a cover. There are connecting points for jump
starting in the engine compartment.
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
battery can be started using jump
leads and the vehicle 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 vehicle 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 vehiclebattery 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.
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302IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 226
Active emergency braking ..........195
Adaptive cruise control .......113, 184
Adjustable air vents ...................154
Airbag and belt tensioners .........109
Airbag deactivation ..............62, 109
Airbag label................................... 57 Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 155
Air conditioning system .............. 147
Air intake .................................... 155
Air vents...................................... 154
Antilock brake system ................ 175
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....111
Anti-theft alarm system ................35
Anti-theft locking system .............. 35
Appearance care ........................272
Armrest ................................... 52, 54
Armrest storage ........................... 71
Ashtrays ....................................... 98
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................40
Automatic light control ...............136
Automatic locking ........................28
Automatic transmission .............168
Autostop ..................................... 162
Auxiliary heater ........................... 154B
Battery discharge protection ......145
Battery voltage ........................... 123 Belts.............................................. 55
Bonnet ....................................... 228
Brake and clutch fluid .................277
Brake and clutch system ...........110
Brake assist ............................... 178
Brake fluid .................................. 231
Brakes ............................... 175, 231
Breakdown.................................. 270
Bulb replacement ....................... 234
C Capacities .................................. 291
Cargo management system ........81
Catalytic converter .....................167
Central locking system ................23
Centre console lighting ..............144
Changing tyre and wheel size ...259
Charging system ........................ 110
Child locks ................................... 29
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 63
Child restraint systems ................63
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............146
Clock............................................. 94
Collision damage repair ..............296