80Instruments and controlsIf 9 illuminates together with I
3 86; stop engine immediately and
seek the assistance of a workshop.
In the event of the failure of control
indicator v for airbags and belt
tensioners 3 80, 9 will illuminate.
9 also illuminates if the fuel cut-off
switch is triggered. Consult a
workshop.
Fuel cut-off system 3 94, Vehicle
shutdown 3 112.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message may also be displayed in the Driver
Information Centre 3 88.
Turn signal
2 or 3 flashes green.
Flashes
A turn signal or the hazard warning
flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
light or associated fuse, failure of turn signal light on trailer.
Bulb replacement 3 144, Fuses
3 150.Turn signals 3 99.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder for front seats
X for driver's seat and/or front
passenger seat illuminates or flashes
red.
Illuminates
When the ignition has been switched
on, control indicator X illuminates
briefly if driver's seat belt and/or front
passenger seat belt is not fastened. A warning chime also sounds for a few
seconds.
Flashes
During driving X will flash and a
warning chime will sound for
90 seconds until the front seat belts are fastened.
Three-point seat belts 3 44.9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
Notice
The volume of the warning chime
can also be adjusted via the Driver
Information Centre 3 88.
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.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.
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.
134Driving and operatingTrailer hitch
General information
Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
Vehicles with natural gas engine may
require special towing equipment.
Entrust retrofitting of towing
equipment to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment.
Fitting of towing equipment could
cover the opening of the towing eye.
If this is the case use the coupling ball bar for towing. Always keep the
coupling ball bar in the vehicle.
Driving characteristics and towing tips
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate the coupling ball. However, do not do so if a stabiliser, which acts on the
coupling ball, is being used to reduce
snaking movements.For trailers with low driving stability
and caravan trailers with a permitted
gross vehicle weight of more than
1300 kg the use of a stabiliser is
strongly recommended when driving
above 50 mph.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 185.
Trailer towing
Trailer loads The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12%.
The permitted trailer load applies up to the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10%
for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than
8%, e.g. motorways).
The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is specified on the identification plate
3 175.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.
Driving and operating135The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (60 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
Rear axle load The permissible axle loads (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) must not be exceeded.
192Tail lights ................................... 147
Technical data ............................ 178
Temperature ................................. 88
Third row seats ............................ 41
Three-point seat belt .................... 44
Tools .......................................... 154
Top-tether fastening eyes ............57
Towing ................................ 134, 167
Towing another vehicle .............168
Towing the vehicle .....................167
Traction Control system ............. 124
Trailer coupling ........................... 134
Trailer towing ............................. 134
Transmission ......................... 16, 82
Transmission display ...........77, 118
Tread depth ............................... 158
Trip computer ......................... 88, 94
Trip odometer .............................. 74
Turn and lane-change signals .....99
Turn signal ................................... 80
Tyre chains ................................ 159
Tyre designations ......................155
Tyre pressure ............................ 155
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 85, 156
Tyre pressures ........................... 185
Tyre repair kit ............................. 159U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 83, 128
Underseat storage .......................60
Unit of measurement ....................88
Upholstery .................................. 170
USB port ....................................... 72
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 142
Vehicle checks............................ 138
Vehicle data ................................ 177
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 186
Vehicle dimensions .................... 183
Vehicle Identification Number ....175
Vehicle jack ................................ 154
Vehicle security ............................ 28
Vehicle shutdown ...........79, 94, 112
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 137
Vehicle tools ............................... 154
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 182
Ventilation ................................... 104
Volume ......................................... 88
W
Warning chime.............................. 88
Warning chimes ........................... 93
Warning lights ............................... 74Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 141
Wheel changing .........................161
Wheel covers ............................. 158
Wheels and tyres .......................155
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........69
Winter tyres ............................... 155
Wiper blade replacement ..........143