Vehicle care209Towing
Towing the vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
bottom of the cap. Release the cap by
carefully moving the screwdriver
downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 195.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
Vehicles with manual transmission
and All-wheel drive: If the vehicle is
towed with all four wheels on the
ground then there are no technical
limitations for speed and distance. If
only one axle has been raised, the
maximum speed is 50 km/h. There is
no distance limitation.
Vehicles with automatic transmission and All-wheel drive: The vehicle must
be towed facing forwards. If the
vehicle is towed with all four wheels
on the ground, the maximum speed is 50 km/h and for a maximum of
50 km. If the front axle has been
Vehicle care211Appearance care
Exterior care LocksThe locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use a de-icing agent only
when absolutely necessary, as this
has a degreasing effect and impairs
lock function. After using a de-icing
agent, have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
Washing
The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences. Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiperand rear window wiper must be
switched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Wax painted parts of the vehicle
regularly.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Do not clean the engine compartmentwith a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not use hard objects to remove
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on
painted surfaces.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Vehicle care213For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above 60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be
removed.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Towing equipment Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Interior care Interior and upholstery
Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use aweak soap solution.Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light-
coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water
or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could
damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
238IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 175
Adaptive forward lighting ...........109
AdBlue .................................. 90, 137
Adjustable air vents ...................124
Advanced parking assist ............154
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........87
Airbag deactivation ................56, 88
Airbag label................................... 52 Airbag system .............................. 52
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 126
Air conditioning system .............. 116
Air intake .................................... 125
Air vents...................................... 124
Antilock brake system ................ 144
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......89
Anti-theft alarm system ................33
Anti-theft locking system .............. 32
Appearance care ........................211
Armrest ................................... 47, 48
Ashtrays ....................................... 79
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................37
Automatic light control ...............108
Automatic locking ........................29
Automatic transmission .............140
Autostop ............................... 91, 132
Auxiliary heater ........................... 123B
Battery discharge protection ......114
Battery voltage ............................. 99
Belts.............................................. 49
BlueInjection ............................... 137
Bonnet ....................................... 177
Brake and clutch fluid .................215
Brake and clutch system .............89
Brake assist ............................... 145
Brake fluid .................................. 180
Brakes ............................... 144, 180
Breakdown.................................. 209
Bulb replacement ....................... 183
C Capacities .................................. 228
Catalytic converter .....................137
Central locking system ................25
Centre console lighting ..............114
Centre console storage ...............65
Changing tyre and wheel size ...199
Charging system .......................... 88
Child locks ................................... 30
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 61
Child restraints.............................. 58
Child restraint systems ................58
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............115
Clock............................................. 78
239Collision damage repair..............233
Control indicators.......................... 86
Control of the vehicle .................128
Controls ........................................ 74
Convex shape .............................. 35
Coolant and antifreeze ...............215
Cruise control ...................... 92, 147
Cupholders .................................. 64
Curtain airbag system .................. 56
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............109
Declaration of conformity ............231
DEF ............................................ 137
Deflation detection system ...........91
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................137
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......182
Diesel particle filter ...............90, 136
Door open .................................... 92
Doors ............................................ 31
Driver alert .................................. 166
Driver assistance systems ..........147
Driver Information Centre .............93
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 170
Driving hints ................................ 128
E Electric adjustment ......................35
Electrical system......................... 190Electronic climate control system 119
Electronic driving programmes ..142
Electronic key system ...................24
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ....90, 146
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system off .......90
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......176
Engine compartment fuse box ...191
Engine coolant ........................... 179
Engine coolant temperature ........90
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 85
Engine data ............................... 223
Engine exhaust .......................... 136
Engine identification ...................219
Engine oil ................... 178, 215, 220
Engine oil pressure ......................91
Entry lighting .............................. 114
Event data recorders ..................236
Exit lighting ................................ 114
Exterior care .............................. 211
Exterior light ................................. 91
Exterior lighting ....................13, 107
Exterior mirrors ............................. 35
F
Fault ........................................... 142
First aid ......................................... 70
First aid kit ................................... 70Fixed air vents ........................... 125
Fog light ....................................... 92
Fog lights ................................... 185
Folding mirrors ............................. 36
Front airbag system .....................55
Front fog lights ........................... 111
Front seats.................................... 44
Fuel............................................. 167
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 169
Fuel for diesel engines ..............168
Fuel for petrol engines ...............167
Fuel gauge ................................... 85
Funnel......................................... 168
Fuses ......................................... 190
G Gauges ......................................... 83
Gear shifting ................................. 89
General information ...................170
Glass panel .................................. 41
Glovebox ..................................... 64
H
Halogen headlights ....................183
Hand brake ......................... 144, 145
Hazard warning flashers ............110
Headlight flash ........................... 108
Headlight range adjustment ......109
Headlights................................... 107 Head restraint adjustment .............8
240Head restraints ............................ 43
Head-up display............................ 97
Heated mirrors ............................. 36
Heated rear window ..................... 39
Heated steering wheel .................74
Heated windscreen .......................40
Heating ........................................ 47
Heating and ventilation system . 115
High beam ........................... 92, 108
High beam assist ..........................92
Hill start assist ........................... 145
Horn ....................................... 14, 75
I Identification plate .....................218
Ignition switch positions .............128
Immobiliser .................................. 35
Indicators ...................................... 83
Inductive charging ........................79
Info display ................................... 95
Instrument cluster ........................80
Instrument panel fuse box .........193
Instrument panel illumination .....190
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 112
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 213
Interior lighting ............................ 112
Interior lights ...................... 113, 190
Interior mirrors .............................. 37Interruption of power supply ......142
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 207
K Keys ............................................. 22
Keys, locks ................................... 22
L Lane departure warning .......89, 165
Lashing eyes ............................... 69
LED headlights ........................... 185
Lighting features .........................114
Light switch ................................ 107
Load compartment ................31, 65
Load compartment cover .............68
Loading information .....................71
Low beam ..................................... 92
Low fuel ....................................... 91
M Malfunction indicator light ............88
Manual anti-dazzle ......................37
Manual mode ............................. 141
Manual transmission .................. 143
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Misted light covers .....................112N
New vehicle running-in ..............128
Number plate light .....................190
O Object detection systems ...........151
Odometer ..................................... 84
Oil, engine .......................... 215, 220
OnStar ........................................ 103
Outside temperature ....................77
Overrun cut-off ........................... 132
P Panoramic view system ..............161
Parking ................................ 20, 135
Parking assist ............................ 151
Parking brake ............................ 145
Parking lights ............................. 112
Particulate filter ........................... 136
Performance .............................. 225
Performing work ........................177
Power button .............................. 129
Power outlets ............................... 78
Power saving mode ....................130
Power windows ............................ 38
Preheating ................................... 90
Puncture ..................................... 203
Q Quickheat ................................... 123
241RRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 237
Radio remote control ...................23
Rain sensor .................................. 92
Reading lights ............................ 113
Rear floor storage cover ..............68
Rear fog light ....................... 92, 111
Rear seats .................................... 48
Rear view camera ...................... 163
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 77 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 215, 220
Refuelling ................................... 168 Registered trademarks ...............235
Reversing lights .........................112
Ride control systems ..................146
Roof .............................................. 41
Roof load ...................................... 71
Roof rack ..................................... 71
S Safety belts ................................... 49
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 45
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................87
Seat belts ..................................... 49
Seat heating ................................. 47
Seat position ................................ 44
Selective catalytic reduction .......137Selector lever ............................. 140
Service ............................... 126, 214
Service display ............................ 85
Service information ....................214
Service vehicle soon .................... 88
Side airbag system ......................55
Side blind spot alert ....................159
Sidelights .................................... 107
Side turn signal lights ................189
Software acknowledgement .......233
Software update ......................... 235
Spare wheel ............................... 206
Speed limiter......................... 92, 149
Speedometer ............................... 83
Starting and operating ................128
Starting off ................................... 18
Starting the engine ....................131
Steering ...................................... 128
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 74
Steering wheel controls ...............74
Stop engine .................................. 88
Stop-start system........................ 132
Storage ......................................... 64
Storage compartments .................64
Sunvisor lights ........................... 113
Sun visors .................................... 41
Symbols ......................................... 4
System check ............................... 89T
Tachometer ................................. 84
Tail lights ................................... 186
Three-point seat belt .................... 50
Tools .......................................... 195
Tow bar....................................... 170
Towing ................................ 170, 209
Towing another vehicle .............210
Towing equipment .....................171
Towing the vehicle .....................209
Traffic sign assistant .....................92
Trailer coupling ........................... 170
Trailer towing ............................. 171
Transmission ............................... 17
Transmission display .................140
Tread depth ............................... 199
Trip odometer .............................. 84
Turn and lane-change signals ...111
Turn signal ................................... 86
Tyre chains ................................ 200
Tyre deflation detection system . 198
Tyre designations ......................196
Tyre pressure ............................ 197
Tyre pressures ........................... 229
Tyre repair kit ............................. 200
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 151
Upholstery .................................. 213
Using this manual ..........................3
242VValet mode ................................... 95
Vehicle battery ........................... 180
Vehicle checks............................ 177
Vehicle data ................................ 220
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 236
Vehicle dimensions .................... 226
Vehicle Identification Number ....218
Vehicle jack ................................ 195
Vehicle messages .......................98
Vehicle personalisation .............100
Vehicle security ............................ 32
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 176
Vehicle tools ............................... 195
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 226
Ventilation ................................... 115
W
Warning chimes ........................... 99
Warning lights ............................... 83
Warning triangle .......................... 70
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 179
Wheel changing .........................203
Wheel covers ............................. 200
Wheels and tyres .......................196
Windows ....................................... 37Windscreen................................... 37
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........75
Winter tyres ............................... 196
Wiper blade replacement ..........182