In brief17Starting offCheck before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 183, 3 216.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 164.
● 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 39, 3 45,
3 54.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine with key
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake pedal. ● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Diesel engines: turn the key to position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator !
extinguishes in the instrument
cluster.
● Turn key to position 3 and
release.
Starting the engine 3 131.
Starting the engine with the power
button
Electronic key must be inside the
vehicle, either in the card reader or
the front passenger compartment.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake pedal.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Press START/STOP and
release.
● Engine starts after a short delay.
Power button 3 129.
18In briefStop-start system
If the vehicle is at low speed or in
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● Depress the clutch pedal.
● Move the selector lever to neutral.
● Release the clutch pedal.
An Autostop is indicated when Ï
illuminates in the instrument cluster
3 99.
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 133.
Parking9 Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply parking brake without pressing release
button. Apply as firmly as
possible on a downhill slope or
uphill slope. Depress brake
pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear.
Turn the front wheels towards the kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. Turn the
steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
● Lock the vehicle by pressing e on
the remote control 3 24.
Activate the anti-theft locking
system 3 35 and anti-theft
alarm system 3 36.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 163.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx.30 seconds before switching off, in
order to protect the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 19, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 162.
Keys, doors and windows31Doors
Sliding door
Open and close the sliding side door
only when the vehicle is at a standstill
with the parking brake applied.
Pull the handle towards the rear to
unlock and open from the inside.
The door can be locked from inside
the vehicle with the interior lock
switch.
Central locking system 3 24.
9 Warning
Take care when operating the
sliding side door. Risk of injury.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped during operation and no-
one is standing within the moving
area.
If the vehicle is parked on a slope,
open sliding doors may move
accidentally on account of their
weight.
Close the sliding doors before
driving off.
Rear doors
The rear doors can only be opened if
the vehicle is unlocked. Central
locking system, manual key operation 3 24.
To open the left-hand rear door, pull
the outside handle.
The door is opened from inside the
vehicle by pulling the interior handle.
The right-hand rear door is released
using the lever.
9 Warning
The rear lights may be obscured if
the rear doors are open and the
vehicle is parked on the roadside.
Make other road users aware of the vehicle, by using a warning
triangle or other equipment
specified in the road traffic
regulations.
80StorageWarning triangle
The warning triangle can be
accommodated in the space under
the seats.
Underseat storage 3 74.
First aid kit
The first aid kit can be accommodated
in the space under the seats.
Underseat storage 3 74.Roof rack system
Roof rackFor safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information, contact your workshop.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in
use.
Notice
If tyres of size 215/60 R17 C are
fitted, consult a workshop before
installing a roof rack.
Refer to "Loading information" below
for further information.Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenlydistributed and placed as far
forward as possible. If objects
can be stacked, the heavier
objects should be placed at the bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes
3 77.
● Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not beangled forward.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or
82Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 83
Steering wheel adjustment ........83
Steering wheel controls .............83
Horn ........................................... 83
Steering column controls ...........83
Windscreen wiper/washer .........84
Rear window wiper/washer .......85
Outside temperature ..................85
Clock ......................................... 86
Power outlets ............................. 86
Cigarette lighter ......................... 88
Ashtrays .................................... 88
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 89
Instrument cluster ......................89
Speedometer ............................. 89
Odometer .................................. 89
Trip odometer ............................ 89
Tachometer ............................... 90
Fuel gauge ................................ 90
Fuel economy gauge .................91
Service display .......................... 91
Control indicators ......................92
Turn signal ................................. 94Seat belt reminder.....................95
Airbag and belt tensioners .........95
Airbag deactivation ....................95
Charging system .......................96
Malfunction indicator light ..........96
Service vehicle soon .................96
Stop engine ............................... 96
Brake system ............................. 96
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....97
Upshift ....................................... 97
Electronic Stability Program ......97
Electronic Stability Program off ............................................. 97
Engine coolant temperature ......97
Preheating ................................. 98
AdBlue ....................................... 98
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 98
Engine oil pressure ....................98
Fuel economy mode ..................99
Low fuel ..................................... 99
Stop-start system ......................99
Exterior light .............................. 99
High beam ................................. 99
Fog light ..................................... 99
Rear fog light ............................. 99
Cruise control .......................... 100
Tachograph ............................. 100
Door open ................................ 100Information displays...................100
Driver Information Centre ........100
Info display .............................. 100
Vehicle messages ......................101
Warning chimes .......................102
Engine oil level ........................ 102
Trip computer ............................. 103
Tachograph ................................ 105
94Instruments and controlsControl indicators in the roof
console
Overview
OTurn signal 3 94XSeat belt reminder 3 95vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 95Ó ONAirbag activation 3 95* OFFAirbag deactivation 3 95pCharging system 3 96ZMalfunction indicator light
3 96FService vehicle soon 3 96CStop engine 3 96RBrake system 3 96uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 97kjUpshift, downshift 3 97RElectronic Stability Program
3 97ØElectronic Stability Program
off 3 97WEngine coolant temperature
3 97!Preheating 3 98YAdBlue 3 98wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 98IEngine oil pressure 3 98ECOFuel economy mode 3 99YLow fuel 3 99DAutostop (Stop-start system)
3 99\Autostop inhibited (Stop-
start system) 3 999Exterior light 3 998Exterior light 3 99CHigh beam 3 99>Fog light 3 99øRear fog light 3 99mCruise control 3 100UCruise control speed limiter
3 100&Tachograph 3 100yDoor open 3 100
Turn signal
O flashes green.
Flashes if a turn signal or the hazard
warning flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse.
An audible warning can be heard
when the turn signals are on.
Bulb replacement 3 172.
96Instruments and controlsCharging systemp illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
If control indicator p illuminates
when the engine is running (together
with control indicator C and a
warning chime): Stop, switch off
engine.
Vehicle battery is not charging.
Engine cooling may be interrupted.
Power to the brake servo unit may be cut. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.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 immediate assistance of a
workshop.
Service vehicle soon
F illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.
May illuminate together with other
control indicators and a
corresponding message in the Driver
Information Centre 3 100. Seek the
assistance of a workshop
immediately.Stop engine
C illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates together with other control indicators (e.g., p, I and R),
accompanied by a warning chime and a corresponding message in theDriver Information Centre 3 100:
stop engine immediately and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 145 and extinguishes
when the parking brake is released.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake fluid level is too
low 3 167.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Instruments and controls97If R illuminates together with control
indicator C and a warning chime,
there is a fault in the braking system.
A corresponding message also
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 100 . Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately.
Brake system 3 144.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly after the ignition is
switched on. The system is ready for
operation when u extinguishes.
If control indicator u does not go out
after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. Control indicator F may also
illuminate in the instrument cluster
together a corresponding message in the Driver Information Centre 3 100.
The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
If control indicators u, F , R and C
illuminate, there is a fault in the
braking system. A correspondingmessage appears in the Driver
Information Centre. Seek the
assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Antilock brake system (ABS) 3 144.
Upshift k or j illuminates.
It is recommended to shift gear when
illuminated to improve fuel economy.
Electronic Stability Program
R 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.
Illuminates while driving The system is not available. A
corresponding message also
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 100.ESP® Plus
3 147, Traction Control
system 3 146.
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 3 100.
ESP® Plus
3 147, Traction Control
system 3 146.
Engine coolant temperature
W illuminates blue or red.
Illuminates red briefly when the
ignition is switched on, then turns
blue.
Illuminates red when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine.