206Vehicle careJump startingThe jump start terminal is located in
the engine compartment.
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
battery can be started using jump
leads and the vehicle battery of
another vehicle.
Do not start with a quick charger.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
Caution
The air suspension system must
be switched off prior to jump
starting.
Air suspension 3 135.
● Never expose the vehicle battery
to naked flames or sparks.
● A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen vehicle
battery before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a vehicle battery.
● Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much
less than that of the discharged
vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 25 mm 2
.
● Do not disconnect the discharged
battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Switch off the air suspension system 3 135.
● Do not lean over the vehicle battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.
● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake and engage neutral (manual
transmission) or N (manual
transmission automated).
208Vehicle carefar away from the discharged
vehicle battery as possible,
however at least 60 cm.
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump start.
2. After five minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of
one minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. three minutes with the
leads connected.
4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.Towing
Towing the vehicle The towing eye is stowed with thevehicle tools 3 192.
Disengage the cover using a suitable
tool and remove.
Screw the towing eye clockwise into
the front towing point and tighten fully using the wheel wrench.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the towing eye, never to the
bumper or front suspension units.
Caution
Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear. The front towing eye must
only be used for towing and not
recovering a vehicle.
Switch on ignition to permit operation
of brake lights, horn and windscreen
wipers, and move the steering wheel
slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
Switch off the air suspension system 3 135.
Transmission in neutral.
Caution
Vehicles with manual
transmission automated: If neutral cannot be selected, the vehiclemust only be towed with the drive
wheels raised off the ground.
The vehicle should always be
towed with the ignition switched
off.
Manual transmission automated
3 145.
Vehicle care209Caution
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 fumes
from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation system 3 113 and
close the windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and refit the cover.
Towing another vehicle
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the rear towing eye, never to
the rear axle and suspension units.
The rear towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering a
vehicle.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
Appearance care
Exterior care Locks
The locks are lubricated at the factory using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use 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.
WashingThe 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. Restrictions for
filmed or matt painted body parts or
decor tapes, see "Polishing and
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.
216Service and maintenanceDexos is the newest engine oil quality
that provides optimum protection for
diesel engines. If it is unavailable,
engine oils of other listed qualities
must be used.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 219.
Topping up engine oil
Engine oils of different manufacturers and brands can be mixed as long as
they comply with the required engine
oil quality and viscosity.
Use of engine oil with only
ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is
prohibited, since it can cause long-
term engine damage under certain
operating conditions.
Select the appropriate engine oil
based on its quality and on the
minimum ambient temperature
3 219.
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.Engine oil viscosity grades
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information of the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 219.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only silicate-free long life coolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for thevehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C.
This concentration should be
maintained all year round. The use of additional coolant additives that
intend to give additional corrosionprotection or seal against minor leaks
can cause function problems. Liability
for consequences resulting from the
use of additional coolant additives will be rejected.
Washer fluid Use only washer fluid approved for
the vehicle to prevent damage of
wiper blades, paintwork, plastic and
rubber parts. Consult a workshop.
Brake fluid
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified interval.
AdBlue Only use AdBlue to reduce the
nitrogen oxides in the exhaust
emission 3 138.
246IndexAAbsorptive Glass Mat battery .....175
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 170
Adaptive forward lighting ...107, 182
AdBlue .......................... 95, 138, 215
AdBlue gauge ............................... 87
AdBlue tank ................................ 238
Adjustable air vents ...................125
AGM battery ............................... 175
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........92
Airbag deactivation ................58, 92
Airbag label................................... 54 Airbag system .............................. 54
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 126
Air conditioning system .............. 113
Air intake .................................... 126
Air suspension ........................... 135
Air suspension system................ 208
Air vents...................................... 125
Antifreeze ................................... 173
Antilock brake system ................ 149
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......94
Anti-theft alarm system ................33
Anti-theft bolts............................. 201
Anti-theft locking system .............. 33
Anti-theft security lock ..................22
Appearance care ........................209
Armrest ........................................ 48Ashtrays ....................................... 84
Automatic light control ...............104
Automatic locking ...................23, 26
Autostop ............................. 130, 132
Auxiliary heater ........................... 119
B Battery ........................................ 175
Battery discharge protection ......111
Battery, jump starting.................. 206
Belts.............................................. 51 BlueInjection ............................... 138
Bonnet ....................................... 171
Bottle holders................................ 71
Brake assist ............................... 151
Brake fluid .......................... 175, 215
Brakes ............................... 149, 175
Brake system ............................... 94
Breakdown.................................. 208
Bulb replacement ....................... 179
C Capacities .................................. 238
Cargo management system ........73
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................137
Central locking system ................23
Centre high-mounted brake light 185
Changing tyre and wheel size ...197
Charging system .......................... 93
Child locks ................................... 27
248Front airbag system .....................57
Front courtesy light .....................109
Front fog lights ....................104, 108
Front reading light....................... 110 Front seats.................................... 43
Front storage ................................ 71
Front turn signal lights ...............182
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 165
Fuel economy rating (ecoScoring) ............................ 100
Fuel for diesel engines ..............163
Fuel gauge ................................... 86
Fuel tank ..................................... 238
Fuse box ..................... 188, 189, 190
Fuses ......................................... 187
G
Gauges ......................................... 85
General information ...................166
Glass panel .................................. 40
Glovebox ..................................... 71
Glovebox cooler ......................... 126
Grab handles ................................ 73
Ground clearance .......................135
H Hand brake - see Parking brake. 150
Hazard warning flashers ............107
Headlight flash ........................... 106
Headlight range adjustment ......106Headlights .................. 104, 105, 179
Headlights when driving abroad 106
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 42
Heated exterior mirrors .................16
Heated mirrors ............................. 36
Heated rear window ...............16, 40
Heating ........................................ 48
Heating and ventilation system . 112
High beam ........................... 97, 105
High beam assist ..................97, 105
Hill start assist ........................... 151
Horn ....................................... 15, 80
Hub cap hook ............................. 192
I Identification plate .....................218
Idle speed control .......................131
Ignition switch positions .............130
Immobiliser .................................. 34
Indicators ...................................... 85
Info display ................................... 98
Information displays...................... 98
Infotainment system .....................98
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument cluster ........................85
Instrument panel fuse box .........189
Instrument panel illumination .....187
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............70Interior care ............................... 211
Interior lighting ............................ 109
Interior lights ...................... 109, 186
Interior mirrors .............................. 37
Interruption of power supply ......149
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX .......................................... 60
J Jack ............................................ 192
Journey record............................ 100
Jump starting ............................. 206
K Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane departure warning .......94, 162
Lashing eyes ............................... 73
Laying up the vehicle ..................175
Light covers, misted.................... 108
Lighting ....................................... 104
Lighting features .........................111
Light switch ................................ 104
Limited-slip rear axle ..................154
Load compartment .................23, 73
Load compartment fuse box ......190
Load compartment grille ...............76
Load compartment lighting .........109
249Loading information .....................78
Low fuel ....................................... 96
M
Malfunction indicator light ............93
Manual adjustment ......................35
Manual anti-dazzle ......................37
Manual door locks ........................22
Manual mode ............................. 147
Manual transmission............. 17, 145
Manual transmission automated ......................... 17, 145
Manual windows ..........................38
Messages ..................................... 99
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 35, 37
Misted light covers .....................108
N New vehicle running-in ..............130
Number plate light .....................185
O Object detection systems ...........158
Odometer ..................................... 86
Oil ............................................... 172
Oil, engine .......................... 215, 219
Oil level ......................................... 87
Oil pressure .................................. 96
Outside temperature ....................82
Overcab storage ..........................72Overhead console .......................71
Overrun cut-off ........................... 131
P Parking ................................ 19, 134
Parking assist ............................ 158
Parking brake ............................ 150
Parking ticket holder .....................40
Particulate filter ........................... 137
Performing work ........................171
Pollen filter ................................. 126
Power door locks ..........................26
Power outlets ............................... 83
Power side step ............................ 27
Power sliding door ........................27
Power steering fluid ....................174
Power take-off ............................ 167
Power windows ............................ 38
Preheating ........................... 95, 130
Puncture ............................. 198, 201
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 244
Radio remote control ...................21
Rain sensor .................................. 81
Reading lights ............................ 110
Rear air conditioning system .....118
Rear bench seat storage ..............72
Rear courtesy light...................... 109
Rear doors ................................... 31Rear fog light ............................... 97
Rear fog lights ....................104, 108
Rear heating system .................. 116
Rear reading light .......................110
Rear reversing lens ......................38
Rear seats .................................... 49
Rear storage ................................. 72
Rear view camera ...................... 160
Rear windows .............................. 38
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 215, 219
Refuelling ................................... 164 Registered trademarks ...............243
Remote control ............................. 21
Retractable parking brake ..........150
Reversing lights .........................108
Ride control systems ..........151, 154
Ride height ................................. 135
Roof .............................................. 40
Glass panel ............................... 40
Roof load ...................................... 78
Roof rack ..................................... 77
S
Safety belts ................................... 51
Safety net .................................... 76
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 44
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................92
Seat belts ..................................... 51