88Instruments and controlsFlashes
Fault in fuel system. Have the cause
of the fault remedied by a workshop.
The needle in the fuel gauge will point to 0. Fuel gauge 3 76.
Drain fuel filter U illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Indicates the presence of water in the
diesel.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Check diesel fuel filter , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 89. Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately.
Immobiliser
d illuminates yellow.If d illuminates when starting, there
is a fault in the immobiliser system.
The engine cannot be started.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 89.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. Immobiliser 3 29.
Stop-start system
Æ illuminates yellow.
A fault is present in the system. Have
the cause of the fault remedied by a
workshop.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if control indicator Æ is
not present.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Start&Stop unavailable , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 89.
Generic warning 9 3 80.
Stop-start system 3 114.Exterior light
8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 98.
Control indicator 8 also illuminates
when the exit lighting feature has
been switched on 3 104.
Exterior light failure
µ illuminates yellow.
Failure of one or more of the exterior
lights or associated fuse.
Control indicator 9 will illuminate as
an alternative if µ is not present.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 89.
Generic warning 9 3 80.
Bulb replacement 3 145.
High beam
C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and during headlight flash 3 98.
Instruments and controls95● Vehicles with manualtransmission automated; brake
pedal has not been depressed
when starting the engine.
● Vehicles with manual transmission automated; an
incorrect gear has been selected when starting-off or during
driving.
● Vehicles with manual transmission automated; whenthe vehicle is at a standstill, if
engine is running and a gear is engaged; transmission
automatically shifts to N in certain
situations.
● If the clutch temperature is too high in vehicles with manual
transmission automated.
● If a transmission fault is detected
in vehicles with manual
transmission automated.
● If a warning message, e.g. low tyre pressure, appears in the
Driver Information Centre.When the vehicle is parked
and/or the driver's door is opened
● When the key is in the ignition switch.
Fuel system messages
Fuel cut-off system
In the event of a collision of a certain
severity, the fuel system is cut-off and
the engine is switched off
automatically, for safety reasons.
Control indicator 9 3 80 illuminates if
the fuel cut-off switch is triggered and, depending on version, a
corresponding warning message may also appear in the Driver Information
Centre 3 89.
To reset the fuel cut-off system and
enable the vehicle to be driven, refer
to " Vehicle shutdown " 3 113.Trip computer
The trip computer provides
information on driving data, which is
continually recorded and evaluated electronically.
Depending on version, the following
functions may be selected by
pressing TRIP repeatedly on the end
of the wiper lever:
Standard version ● outside temperature (if available)
● range
● distance travelled
Instruments and controls97Average consumptionAverage consumption is displayed,taking into consideration the distance
travelled and the fuel used since the
last reset.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Instantaneous consumption
Display of the instantaneous fuel
consumption.
_ _ _ _ will appear in the display if the
vehicle is left parked with the engine
running for a long time.
Average speed
The average speed since the last
reset is displayed.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Interruptions in the journey with the
ignition off are not included in the
calculations.
Travel time (driving time)
The time elapsed since the since the
last reset is displayed.The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Exit trip computer To exit the trip computer, press and
hold SETq for more than
two seconds.
Driver Information Centre 3 89.
Interruption of power supply
If the power supply has been
interrupted or if the vehicle battery
voltage has dropped too low, the
values stored in the trip computer will
be lost.
Lighting99Headlight range adjustment
Manual headlight range
adjustment
To adapt headlight range to the
vehicle load to prevent dazzling of
other road users: Press À or Á until
the required setting is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre 3 89.
0:front seats occupied1:all seats occupied2:all seats occupied and load
compartment laden3:driver's seat occupied and load
compartment ladenHeadlights when driving
abroad
The asymmetrical headlight beam
extends visibility at the edge of the
road at the passenger side.
However, when driving in countries
where traffic drives on the opposite
side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming
traffic.
Have the headlights adjusted by a
workshop.
Daytime running lights Daytime running lights increase
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
When the function is activated and the ignition is switched on, the
headlights come on automatically and instrument illumination is subdued.
The light switch must be in position
§ . The daytime running lights switch
off when the ignition is switched off.Note
The driver remains responsible for
switching on the low beam when
required, e.g. when driving through
a tunnel or at night.
The daytime running lights function is activated/deactivated via a menu in
the Driver Information Centre 3 89.
When the function is deactivated, the
headlights do not come on
automatically when the ignition is
switched on and the light switch is in
position §.
Hazard warning flashers
Operated by pressing ¨.
100LightingDepending on version, hazard
warning flashers may come on
automatically during hard braking.
Turn and lane-change signalsLever up:right turn signalLever down:left turn signal
If the lever is moved past the
resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the turn
signal is automatically deactivated.
For five flashes, e.g. when changing lanes, press the lever until resistance is felt and then release.
Move the lever to the resistance point
and hold for longer indication.
Switch the turn signal off manually by
moving the lever to its original
position.
Front fog lights
Operated by pressing >
.
Switching on front fog lights will
switch sidelights on automatically.
Press > again to turn the front fog
lights off.
Rear fog lights
Operated by pressing ø.
The rear fog light can only be
switched on when both the ignition
and headlights or sidelights (with front
fog lights) are on.
Press ø again to turn the rear fog
light off, or turn off the headlights
and/or the front fog lights.
Reversing lights The reversing lights come on when
the ignition is on and reverse gear is
selected.
104LightingLighting featuresExit lighting
If equipped, headlights come on for
approx. 30 seconds after the vehicle
is parked and the system is activated.
Activation 1. Switch off ignition.
2. Remove ignition key.
3. Pull turn signal lever towards steering wheel.
4. Operate turn signal lever again within two minutes.
This action can be repeated up to
seven times to a maximum period of
210 seconds.
Control indicator 8 3 88 illuminates
in the instrument cluster during use.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 89.
Deactivation Pull turn signal lever for more thantwo seconds to deactivate.
Battery discharge protection
To ensure reliable engine restarts,
several vehicle battery discharge
protection features are implemented
as part of the stop-start system, e.g.
some lights may be switched off
automatically after some time.
Stop-start system 3 114.
Driving and operating111Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 111
Control of the vehicle ...............111
Steering ................................... 111
Starting and operating ...............112
New vehicle running-in ............112
Ignition switch positions ...........112
Starting the engine ..................112
Vehicle shutdown ....................113
Overrun cut-off ........................ 114
Stop-start system ....................114
Parking .................................... 116
Engine exhaust .......................... 117
Diesel particle filter ..................117
Catalytic converter ...................118
Manual transmission ..................118
Manual transmission automa‐ ted .............................................. 119
Transmission display ...............119
Starting the engine ..................119
Selector lever .......................... 120
Manual mode ........................... 121
Electronic driving programmes 122
Fault ........................................ 122Brakes........................................ 123
Antilock brake system .............123
Parking brake .......................... 124
Brake assist ............................. 124
Hill start assist ......................... 125
Ride control systems .................125
Traction Control system ..........125
Electronic Stability Control ......126
Driver assistance systems .........127
Cruise control .......................... 127
Parking assist .......................... 129
Fuel ............................................ 131
Fuel for petrol engines .............131
Fuel for diesel engines ............131
Fuel for natural gas operation . 131
Refuelling ................................ 132
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 134
Trailer hitch ................................ 135
General information .................135
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 135
Trailer towing ........................... 135Driving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running (except during Autostop)
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,
but there will be a controlled reduction in power steering assist and vehicle
speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 114.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals.
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.
112Driving and operatingCaution
Never leave the steering wheel on
full lock when the vehicle is
stationary, as this may damage
the power steering pump.
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 the
vehicle battery.
Diesel particle filter 3 117.Ignition switch positions0:steering wheel lock released,
ignition off1:ignition on, for diesel engine:
preheating2:starting
Starting the engine
Manual transmission: operate clutch
and brake.
Manual transmission automated: operate brake, the transmission
automatically shifts to N (neutral)
Do not operate the accelerator pedal.