Vehicle care221Meaning of symbols:● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulphuric acid which could causeblindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's Manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the vehicle battery.
Diesel fuel system bleeding
If the tank has been run dry, the diesel fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for
15 seconds at a time. Then crank the
engine for a maximum of
40 seconds. Repeat this process after
no less than five seconds. If the
engine fails to start, seek the
assistance of a workshop.Wiper blade replacement
Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the
raised position, press button to
disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Wiper blade on the rear window
Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as shown in illustration and remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Vehicle care231No.Circuit1Engine control module2Lambda sensor3Fuel injection/Ignition system4Fuel injection/Ignition system5–6Exterior mirror heating/Anti-
theft alarm system7Fan control/Engine control
module/Transmission control
module8Lambda sensor/Engine cooling9Rear window sensor10Battery sensor11Tailgate release12Adaptive forward lighting/Auto‐
matic light control13ABS14Rear window wiper15Engine control moduleNo.Circuit16Starter17Transmission control module18Heated rear window19Front power windows20Rear power windows21Rear electrical centre22Left high beam (Halogen)23–24Right headlight (LED)25Left headlight (LED)26Front fog lights27Diesel fuel heating28Stop-start system29Electric parking brake30ABS31Adaptive cruise control32Airbag
232Vehicle careNo.Circuit33Adaptive forward lighting/Auto‐
matic light control34Exhaust gas recirculation35Exterior mirror/Rain sensor36Climate control37Canister vent solenoid38Vacuum pump39Central control module40Windscreen washer/Rear
window washer system41Right high beam (Halogen)42Radiator fan43Windscreen wiper44Windscreen wiper45Radiator fan46–47Horn48Radiator fanNo.Circuit49Fuel pump50Headlamp levelling/Adaptive
forward lighting51Air shutter52Auxiliary heater/Diesel engine53Transmission control module/
Engine control module54Vacuum pump/Instrument
panel cluster/Heating ventila‐
tion/Air conditioning system
After having changed defective fuses,
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunctions may occur.
Instrument panel fuse box
In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse
box is behind the storage
compartment in the instrument panel.
Open the compartment and push it to the left to unlock. Fold the
compartment down and remove it.
252Vehicle careLead connection order:1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged battery.
3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal of the boosterbattery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point
of your vehicle in the engine
compartment.
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.
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
Disengage cap at bottom and removedownwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 235.
Vehicle care253
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 automatic transmission: The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards, not faster than 80 km/h nor further than 100 km. In all other cases
and when the transmission is
defective, the front axle must be
raised off the ground.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap at the bottom and close.
Towing another vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
lower edge of the cap. Release the
cap by carefully moving the
screwdriver downwards. To prevent
damage it is recommended to place a cloth between the screwdriver and
the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 235.
Vehicle care255If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wiper and 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.
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.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.Plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing agents.
Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Remove dirt residues from smearing wiper blades by using a soft cloth and window cleaner. Also make sure to
remove any residues such as wax,
insect residues and similar from the
window.
Ice residues, pollution and continuous
wiping on dry windows will damage or
even destroy the wiper blades.
284GGauges ....................................... 104
Gear shifting ............................... 114
General information ...................208
Glass panel .................................. 34
Glovebox ..................................... 66
H Halogen headlights ....................222
Hand brake ................................. 166
Hazard warning flashers ............137
Headlight flash ........................... 134
Headlight range adjustment ......134
Headlights................................... 132 Headlights when driving abroad 135
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 36
Heated mirrors ............................. 30
Heated rear window ..................... 33
Heated steering wheel .................97
Heating ........................................ 43
Heating and ventilation system . 142
High beam ......................... 116, 133
High beam assist ................116, 133
Hill start assist ........................... 168
Horn ....................................... 14, 98
I
Identification plate .....................262
Ignition switch positions .............151
Immobiliser .......................... 28, 116Indicators.................................... 104
Info display ................................. 121
Information displays.................... 117
Instrument cluster ......................104
Instrument panel fuse box .........232
Instrument panel illumination .....229
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 139
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interactive driving system ...........171
Interior care ............................... 256
Interior lighting ............................ 139
Interior lights ...................... 139, 228
Interior mirrors .............................. 30
Interruption of power supply ......164
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 251
K Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L Lane departure warning .....114, 197
Lashing eyes ............................... 88
LED headlights ...........116, 136, 224
Lighting features .........................140
Light switch ................................ 132
Load compartment ................25, 79Load compartment cover .............81
Load compartment fuse box ......233
Loading information .....................94
Load rails and hooks ...................88
Low fuel ..................................... 116
M Malfunction indicator light ..........112
Manual anti-dazzle ......................30
Manual mode ............................. 163
Manual seat adjustment ...............39
Manual transmission .................. 165
Manual windows ..........................31
Memorised settings ......................22
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................138
N
New vehicle running-in ..............151
Number plate light .....................228
O Object detection systems ...........188
Odometer ................................... 104
Oil, engine .................. 216, 259, 264
OnStar ........................................ 128
Operate pedal ............................. 113
Outside temperature ..................100
Overhead console .......................68
Overrun cut-off ........................... 153
285PParking ................................ 19, 156
Parking assist ............................ 188
Parking brake ............................ 166
Parking lights ............................. 138
Particulate filter ........................... 157
Performance .............................. 269
Performing work ........................215
Pollen filter ................................. 149
Power outlets ............................. 102
Power seat adjustment ................41
Power steering............................ 114
Power steering fluid ....................218
Power windows ............................ 31
Preheating ................................. 115
Puncture ..................................... 245
Q Quickheat ................................... 148
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 281
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 140
Rear carrier system ......................70
Rear floor storage cover ..............83
Rear fog light .....................116, 138
Rear seats .................................... 44
Rear storage ................................. 81
Rear view camera ...................... 192Rear window wiper/washer ........ 100
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 259, 264
Refuelling ................................... 202
Registered trademarks ...............280
Retained power off .....................152
Reversing lights .........................138
Ride control system ....................169
Roller blinds ................................. 34
Roof .............................................. 34
Roof load ...................................... 94
Roof rack ..................................... 93
S Safety net .................................... 90
Seat adjustment ............................. 6
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .....................111
Seat belts ..................................... 50
Seat heating ................................. 43
Seat position ................................ 38
Second row seats ........................44
Selective catalytic reduction .......159
Selector lever ............................. 162
Service ............................... 149, 258
Service display .......................... 107
Service information ....................258
Side airbag system ......................57
Side blind spot alert ....................190
Sidelights .................................... 132Side turn signal lights ................227
Software acknowledgement .......278
Spare wheel ............................... 247
Speed limiter....................... 117, 174
Speedometer ............................. 104
Starting and operating ................151
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ....................152
Steering ...................................... 151
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 97
Steering wheel controls ...............97
Stop-start system........................ 154
Storage ......................................... 66
Storage compartments .................66
Sunvisor lights ........................... 140
Sun visors .................................... 33
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ............................... 105
Tail lights ................................... 225
Third row seats ............................ 48
Three-point seat belt .................... 51
Tools .......................................... 235
Tow bar....................................... 208
Towing ................................ 208, 252
Towing another vehicle .............253
Towing equipment .....................209
Towing the vehicle .....................252
Traction Control system ............. 169