18In briefParking9Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply parking brake without pressing release
button. Apply as firmly as
possible on a downhill slope or
uphill slope. Depress brake
pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear before switching off
the ignition. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear
before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towardsthe kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Turn the ignition key to position
0 and remove it from the
ignition switch. Turn the
steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
● Lock the vehicle with e on the
remote control.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 138.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx.30 seconds before switching off, in
order to protect the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 19.
Laying the vehicle up for a long period
of time 3 137.
Storage65Notice
Roof racks are not permitted on high
roof variants (H2).
Vehicle dimensions 3 183.Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenly
distributed and placed as far
forward as possible. If objects
can be stacked, the heavier
objects should be placed at the
bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes
3 63.
● Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent them
from sliding.
● When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrestsof the rear seats must not be tiltedforwards or folded down.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the extendable load compartment
cover 3 61 or the instrument
panel, and do not cover the
sensor on top of the instrument panel 3 106.● The load must not obstruct the
operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, or
hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment.9Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or vehicle.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 175) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
Instruments and controls67Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 68
Steering wheel adjustment ........68
Steering wheel controls .............68
Horn ........................................... 68
Windscreen wiper/washer .........69
Rear window wiper/washer .......69
Headlamp washer .....................70
Outside temperature ..................70
Clock ......................................... 70
Power outlets ............................. 72
Cigarette lighter ......................... 73
Ashtrays .................................... 73
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 74
Instrument cluster ......................74
Speedometer ............................. 74
Odometer .................................. 74
Trip odometer ............................ 74
Tachometer ............................... 74
Fuel gauge ................................ 75
Fuel selector .............................. 75
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 76
Service display .......................... 76Transmission display .................77
Control indicators ......................77
Generic warning ........................79
Turn signal ................................. 80
Seat belt reminder .....................80
Airbag and belt tensioners .........80
Airbag deactivation ....................81
Charging system .......................81
Malfunction indicator light ..........81
Brake system ............................. 82
Brake pad wear ......................... 82
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....82
Transmission ............................. 82
Gear shifting .............................. 83
Hill start assist ........................... 83
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........83
Electronic Stability Control ........83
Engine coolant temperature ......84
Preheating ................................. 84
Diesel particle filter ....................84
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 85
Engine oil pressure ....................85
Change engine oil .....................86
Low engine oil level ...................86
Low fuel ..................................... 86
Drain fuel filter ........................... 87
Immobiliser ................................ 87
Stop-start system ......................87
Exterior light .............................. 87High beam................................. 87
Fog light ..................................... 88
Rear fog light ............................. 88
Cruise control ............................ 88
Door open .................................. 88
Information displays .....................88
Driver Information Centre ..........88
Vehicle messages ........................93
Warning chimes .........................93
Fuel system messages ..............94
Trip computer ............................... 94
Instruments and controls79Control indicator in the roof
console
Airbag deactivation 3 51, 3 81.
Overview
9Generic warning 3 79OTurn signal 3 80XSeat belt reminder 3 80vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 80*Airbag deactivation 3 81pCharging system 3 81ZMalfunction indicator light
3 81RBrake system 3 82FBrake pad wear 3 82uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 82sTransmission 3 82[ ÒGear shifting 3 83ZHill start assist 3 83rUltrasonic parking assist
3 83RElectronic Stability Control
3 83$Engine coolant temperature
3 84!Preheating 3 84%Diesel particle filter 3 84wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 85IEngine oil pressure 3 85,
Change engine oil 3 86SLow engine oil level 3 86$Low fuel 3 86UDrain fuel filter 3 87dImmobiliser 3 87ÆStop-start system 3 878Exterior light 3 87µExterior light failure 3 87CHigh beam 3 87>Fog light 3 88øRear fog light 3 88mCruise control 3 88(Door open 3 88
Generic warning
9 illuminates yellow.
Depending on model variant, control
indicator 9 may illuminate
independently or in conjunction with
Æ 3 87, t 3 87, Z 3 83 or r
3 83.
82Instruments and controlsFlashes 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.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 88.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 123. A warning chime will
sound if a certain speed is exceeded
with the parking brake applied.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake fluid level is too
low 3 142.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates if the brake vacuum servo
fails; the brake pedal becomes stiff
when pressed. The brake system
remains operational however,
assistance will be reduced. The
steering may also require
considerably more effort when
turning.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Brake fluid level insuff. , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information Centre 3 88.
Brake pad wear
F illuminates yellow.
The front brake pads are worn, seek
the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message, e.g. Check brake pads , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 88.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 controlindicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish 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.
If u illuminates together with R,
there is a fault in the braking system. Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. ABS unavailable , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 88. Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately.
Antilock brake system 3 122.
Transmission
s illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
Instruments and controls93Passenger bag or Passenger airbag
(Passenger front and side airbags
activation/deactivation)
Activate the front passenger airbags if an adult is occupying the front
passenger seat. Deactivate airbags
when a child restraint system is
installed on this seat.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system on a seat
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person on a seat with deactivated
front passenger airbag.
After accessing this menu option,
activate or deactivate the airbags
( Bag Pass On or Bag Pass Off ) and
confirm; a confirmation message
appears in the display. Select YES (to
confirm changes) or No (to cancel
changes).
Airbag deactivation 3 51.
Day lights or Daytime running lights
Activate the daytime running lights to
increase visibility of the vehicle during
daylight (set to On). Deactivate when
not required (set to Off).
Daytime running lights 3 98.
Exit Menu
Select this menu option to exit the
settings menu.Vehicle messages
Warning chimesOnly one warning chime will sound at
a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
When starting the engine or whilst driving
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If a fault is detected in the parking
assist.
● If a door, the bonnet or the tailgate is not fully closed when
starting-off.
● If the vehicle speed briefly exceeds a set limit.
● If the stop-start system cannot restart the engine automatically.
110Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 110
Control of the vehicle ...............110
Steering ................................... 110
Starting and operating ...............111
New vehicle running-in ............111
Ignition switch positions ...........111
Starting the engine ..................111
Vehicle shutdown ....................112
Overrun cut-off ........................ 113
Stop-start system ....................113
Parking .................................... 115
Engine exhaust .......................... 116
Diesel particle filter ..................116
Catalytic converter ...................117
Manual transmission ..................117
Manual transmission automa‐ ted .............................................. 118
Transmission display ...............118
Starting the engine ..................118
Selector lever .......................... 119
Manual mode ........................... 120
Electronic driving programmes 121
Fault ........................................ 121Brakes........................................ 122
Antilock brake system .............122
Parking brake .......................... 123
Brake assist ............................. 123
Hill start assist ......................... 124
Ride control systems .................124
Traction Control system ..........124
Electronic Stability Control ......125
Driver assistance systems .........126
Cruise control .......................... 126
Parking assist .......................... 128
Fuel ............................................ 130
Fuel for petrol engines .............130
Fuel for diesel engines ............130
Fuel for natural gas operation . 130
Refuelling ................................ 131
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions .............................. 133
Trailer hitch ................................ 134
General information .................134
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 134
Trailer towing ........................... 134Driving 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 3 113.
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.
Driving and operating115Restarting the engineManual transmission
The selector lever must be in neutral to enable an automatic restart.
Depress the clutch pedal to restart the
engine.
Manual transmission automated
If the lever is in position N, select
another gear, otherwise release the brake pedal or move the lever to +, –
or R to enable an automatic restart.
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a
portable CD player, is connected to
the power outlet, a brief power drop
during the restart may be noticeable.
Restarting the engine with the key When one of the following conditions
occurs during an Autostop, the
engine will need to be restarted
manually using the key.
● the driver's seat belt is unfastened and the driver's door
is opened
● three minutes have elapsed since the engine was switched offIn this event, control indicator ^
flashes in the Driver Information
Centre in conjunction with a warning
chime. Depending on version, a
corresponding message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 88.
Fault
If control indicator Æ illuminates in the
instrument cluster, there is a fault in
the stop-start system 3 87.
Depending on version, 9 will
illuminate as an alternative if control
indicator Æ is not present. A
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Start&Stop unavailable , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 88.
Generic warning 9 3 79.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.Parking9 Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply parking brake without pressing release
button. Apply as firmly as
possible on a downhill slope or
uphill slope. Depress brake
pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear before switching off
the ignition. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear
before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towardsthe kerb.