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Arrange mounting brackets as shownin the illustration.
Swivel handle ( 1) sidewards to
disengage and lift the rack ( 2).
Fold the rack backwards, then push
forwards until it stops ( 1).
Press the rack down at the rear ( 2).
Fold in wheel recess
Fold in wheel recess. Fasten strap.
Stow the strap retainers accurately.
Unlock the rear carrier system
Swivel both clamping levers inwards
as far as they will go. Fasten strap.
Fold in tail lamps
Remove both screws. Pull tail lamps
out of the retainer and swivel them
forwards.
Push the tail lamps into the retainer
and reinstall screws to fix the lamps
Fold in number plate holder
Lift the number plate holder and fold
it forwards.
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66StorageRetracting the rear carrier systemCaution
Take care that all foldable parts,
e.g. wheel recesses and mounting
brackets, are stowed accurately.
Otherwise the rear carrier system
may get damaged when trying to
retract it.
Push the release lever up and hold.
Lift the system slightly and push it into
the bumper until it engages.
Release lever must return to original
position.
9 Warning
If the system cannot be correctly
engaged, please seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Load compartment
Load compartment extensionCaution
First fold down the rear seat
cushion before folding the rear
seat backrest.
Disregard may lead to damage to
the rear seat.
1. Push head restraints down by pressing the catch.
Note
To ensure sufficient room for rear
seat cushion operation, slide the
front seat forward and move the front seat backrest upright.
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Instruments and controls71Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 72
Steering wheel adjustment ........72
Steering wheel controls .............72
Heated steering wheel ...............72
Horn ........................................... 73
Windscreen wiper/washer .........73
Rear window wiper/washer .......75
Outside temperature ..................75
Clock ......................................... 76
Power outlets ............................. 77
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐
cators ........................................... 78
Speedometer ............................. 78
Odometer .................................. 78
Trip odometer ............................ 78
Tachometer ............................... 79
Fuel gauge ................................ 79
Fuel selector .............................. 79
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 80
Service display .......................... 80
Control indicators ......................81
Turn signal ................................. 84
Seat belt reminder .....................84Airbag and belt tensioners .........84
Airbag deactivation ....................84
Charging system .......................85
Malfunction indicator light ..........85
Service vehicle soon .................85
Brake and clutch system ...........85
Operate pedal ............................ 85
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....85
Upshift ....................................... 86
Descent control system .............86
Power steering .......................... 86
Lane departure warning ............86
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........86
Electronic Stability Control off ...86
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........87
Traction Control system off .......87
Preheating ................................. 87
Diesel particle filter ....................87
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 87
Engine oil pressure ....................87
Low fuel ..................................... 88
Immobiliser ................................ 88
Exterior light .............................. 88
High beam ................................. 88
Adaptive forward lighting ...........88
Fog light ..................................... 89
Rear fog light ............................. 89
Cruise control ............................ 89Vehicle detected ahead .............89
Bonnet open .............................. 89
Door open .................................. 89
Information displays .....................89
Driver Information Centre ..........89
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 93
Vehicle messages ........................94
Warning chimes .........................96
Battery voltage .......................... 96
Trip computer ............................... 97
Vehicle personalisation ..............100
OnStar ....................................... 103
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72Instruments and controlsControlsSteering wheel adjustment
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked.
Do not adjust steering wheel unless
vehicle is stationary and steering
wheel lock has been released.
Steering wheel controls
The Infotainment system and the
cruise control can be operated via the controls on the steering wheel.
Further information is available in the
Infotainment manual.
Cruise control 3 140
Heated steering wheel
Activate heating by pressing *.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button.
Heating is operational when the
engine is running.
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Instruments and controls73Horn
Press j.
Windscreen wiper/washer
Windscreen wiperHI:fastLO:slowINT:interval wiping or automatic
wiping with rain sensorOFF:off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 1x.
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
Adjustable wiper interval
Wiper lever in position INT.
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
desired wipe interval:
short interval:turn adjuster
wheel upwardslong interval:turn adjuster
wheel downwards
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74Instruments and controlsAutomatic wiping with rain sensorINT:automatic wiping with rain
sensor
The rain sensor detects the amount of water on the windscreen and
automatically regulates the frequency
of the windscreen wiper.
Adjustable sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity:
low sensitivity:turn adjuster
wheel downwardshigh sensitivity:turn adjuster
wheel upwards
Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt
and ice.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Washer fluid 3 168
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Instruments and controls81In the Uplevel-Display and Uplevel-
Combi-Display, the remaining oil life
duration is displayed in the Vehicle
Information Menu .
In the Midlevel-Display, the remaining
engine oil life duration is displayed by
control indicator I, therefore the
ignition must be switched on, with the
engine off.
The menu and function can be
selected via the buttons on the turn
signal lever.
To display the remaining engine oil
life duration:
Press MENU to select the Vehicle
Information Menu .
Turn the adjuster wheel to select
Remaining Oil Life .
The system must be reset every time
the engine oil is changed to ensure
proper functionality. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Press SET/CLR to reset. Therefore
the ignition must be switched on, with the engine off.
When the system has calculated that
engine oil life has been diminished,
Change Engine Oil Soon or a warning
code 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 89.
Service information 3 205.
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 theignition 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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Instruments and controls87Electronic Stability Controland Traction Control system
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Electronic Stability Control 3 138,
Traction Control system 3 137.
Traction Control system off
k illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating of diesel engine is
activated. Only activates when
outside temperature is low.
Diesel particle filter % illuminates or flashes yellow.
The diesel particle filter requires
cleaning.
Continue driving until %
extinguishes. If possible, do not allow
engine speed to drop below
2000 rpm.
Illuminates
The diesel particle filter is full. Start
cleaning process as soon as
possible.
Flashes
The maximum filling level of the filter
is reached. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the
engine.
Diesel particle filter 3 130, Stop-start
system 3 127.Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system or tyre without
pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare wheel). After 60-90 seconds the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.
Tyre pressure monitor system
3 186.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.