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82Instruments and controlsSet time and date
To adjust the time and date settings,
tap on the H and I screen buttons.
RDS clock synchronization
The RDS signal of most VHF
transmitters automatically sets the
time. RDS time synchronisation can take a few minutes. Some
transmitters do not send a correct
time signal. In such cases, it is
recommended to switch off the
automatic time synchronisation.
To activate or deactivate RDS clock
synchronization , tap on the screen
buttons On or Off.
Power outlets
A 12 Volt power outlet is located in the
centre console.
Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 120 watts.
With ignition off, the power outlet is
deactivated. Additionally, the power outlet is deactivated in the event of
low vehicle battery voltage.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Do not damage the outlet by using
unsuitable plugs.
Stop-start system 3 136.
Inductive charging9 Warning
Inductive charging can affect the
operation of implanted
pacemakers or other medical
devices. If applicable, seek
medical advice before using the
inductive charging device.
9 Warning
Remove any metal objects from
the charging device before
charging a mobile phone, as these
objects could become very hot.
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84Instruments and controlsWarning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
The needles of the instruments briefly
rotate to the end position when the
ignition is switched on.
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
The bottom line displays the recorded distance in km.
Trip odometer The recorded distance is displayedsince the last reset.
Trip odometer counts up to 9999 km
and then restarts at 0.
Midlevel display
To reset, press SET/CLR on the turn
signal lever for a few seconds
3 97.
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Instruments and controls85Uplevel display
Two trip odometer pages are
selectable for different trips.
Select menu ; by pressing Menu
on the turn signal lever. Turn adjuster wheel on turn signal lever and
select ;1 or ; 2. Each trip
odometer page can be reset
separately by pressing SET/CLR on
the turn signal lever for a few seconds
on the respective menu.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed.
Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
Caution
If the needle is in the red warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk.
Fuel gauge
Displays the fuel level or gas content
in the tank depending on the
operation mode.
Number of LEDs displayed shows the level in the respective fuel tank. 8
LEDs means fuel tank is full.
During liquid gas operation, the level
in the gas tank is displayed.
Low fuel indication
One remaining LED illuminating white indicates that the fuel level is low.
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88Instruments and controlsThe remaining engine oil life duration
is displayed in percent in the Driver
Information Centre.
Reset Press SET/CLR on turn signal lever
for several seconds to reset. The
remaining engine oil life duration
menu must be active. Switch on
ignition, but not the engine.
The system must be reset every time
the engine oil is changed to ensure
proper functionality. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Next service When the system has calculated that
engine oil life has diminished, a
warning message appears in the
Driver Information Centre. Have
engine oil and filter changed by a
workshop within one week or
500 km (whichever occurs first).
Driver Information Centre 3 97.
Service information 3 236.Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions.
Depending on the equipment, the
position of the control indicators may
vary. When the ignition is switched
on, most control indicators will
illuminate briefly as a functionality
test.
The control indicator colours mean:red:danger, important reminderyellow:warning, information, faultgreen:confirmation of activationblue:confirmation of activationwhite:confirmation of activation
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90Instruments and controlsControl indicators in the centre
console
Overview
OTurn signal 3 90XSeat belt reminder 3 91vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 91VAirbag deactivation 3 92pCharging system 3 92ZMalfunction indicator light
3 92gService vehicle soon 3 92RBrake and clutch system
3 93-Operate pedal 3 93uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 93RGear shifting 3 93cPower steering 3 93)Lane departure warning 3 93rUltrasonic parking assist
3 94aElectronic Stability Control off
3 94bElectronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 94kTraction Control system off
3 94!Preheating 3 94%Diesel particle filter 3 94wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 95IEngine oil pressure 3 95YLow fuel 3 95dImmobiliser 3 95#Reduced engine power 3 95DAutostop 3 968Exterior light 3 96CHigh beam 3 96fHigh beam assist 3 96>Fog light 3 96rRear fog light 3 96mCruise control 3 96AVehicle detected ahead 3 96LSpeed limiter 3 96LTraffic sign assistant 3 96hDoor open 3 96
Turn signal
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly
The parking lights are switched on.
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Instruments and controls91Flashes
A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal light or associated fuse.
Bulb replacement 3 198, Fuses
3 206.
Turn signals 3 118.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder on front seats
X for driver's seat illuminates or
flashes red in the tachometer.k for front passenger seat illuminates
or flashes red in the centre console
when the seat is occupied.
Illuminates
After the ignition has been switched on, until the seat belt has been
fastened.
Flashes
After having started the engine for a
maximum of 100 seconds, until the
seat belt has been fastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 42.
Seat belt status on rear seatsX in the Driver Information Centre
flashes or illuminates.
Illuminates
After having started the engine for a
minimum of 35 seconds, until the seat
belt has been fastened.
Also illuminates if an unfastened seat belt is fastened whilst driving.
Flashes
After starting-off, when the seat belt is
unfastened.
Fastening the seat belt 3 42.
Airbag and belt tensioners v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for
approx. four seconds. If it does not
illuminate, does not go out after
four seconds or illuminates whilst driving, there is a fault in the airbag
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop. The airbags and belt
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the event of an accident.
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92Instruments and controlsDeployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 41, 3 44.
Airbag deactivation
V illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for approx. 60 seconds
after the ignition is switched on. The
front passenger airbag is activated.
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 49.
9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
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 assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon
g illuminates yellow.
Additionally, a warning message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre.
The vehicle requires a service.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Vehicle messages 3 103.
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Instruments and controls93Brake and clutch systemR illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too low, when manual parking brake is
not applied 3 195.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 150.
Operate pedal - illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Clutch pedal must be depressed to
start the engine in Autostop mode.
Stop-start system 3 136.
Flashes
Clutch pedal must to be depressed for a main start of the engine 3 19,
3 135.
On some versions, the operate pedal
message is indicated in the Driver
Information Display 3 103.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not go out
after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.
Antilock brake system 3 149.
Gear shifting
R with the number of a higher gear is
indicated, when upshifting is
recommended for fuel saving
reasons.Power steering
c illuminates yellow.
Illuminates with power steering
disabled
Failure in the power steering system.
Consult a workshop.
Illumination of c and b
simultaneously
Power steering system must be
calibrated, system calibration 3 153.
Lane departure warning ) illuminates green or flashes yellow.
Illuminates green
System is switched on and ready to
operate.
Flashes yellow System recognises an unintended
lane change.
Lane departure warning 3 176.