Storage79● Pull the lower loop andsimultaneously swing the
backrest forwards until the seat is lowered into the vehicle floor.
● Install interior floor mat 3 82
and load compartment cover
3 80 if necessary.
Setting up the seats
Pull up the seat by the upper loop, fold out and allow seat to engage in
upright position.
Folding the seat backrests of the
second row
● Remove the load compartment cover if necessary 3 80.
● Push down head restraints by pressing the catch 3 35.
● Move front passenger seat to a position that avoids contact with
the head restraints of the folded
backrests.
● Pull the loop and fold down the backrest onto the seat cushion.
Caution
●Do not fold the outer seatbacks
while the seats are in the
lounge seat position 3 43.
● Do not pull release lever of the easy entry function when the
backrest is folded down.
The seats could be damaged.
● Alternatively pull the loop and adjust backrest to vertical
position as cargo position.
9 Warning
Use vertical position of the
backrest only for increased
luggage volume and not as a
seating position.
Folding up backrest
Raise backrest to vertical position.
Adjust inclination by pulling the loop.
Ensure that all positions are engaged
correctly.
132LightingTail lightsTail lights are illuminated together
with low/high beam and sidelights.
Automatic light control
When the automatic light control
function is switched on and the
engine is running, the system
switches between daytime running
lights and headlights automatically
depending on the external lighting
conditions and information given by
the rain sensor system.
Daytime running light 3 134.
Automatic headlight activation
During poor lighting conditions the
headlights are switched on.
The headlights are also switched on
if the windscreen wipers have been
activated for several wipes.
Tunnel detection
When a tunnel is entered headlights
are switched on immediately.
High beam
Push lever to switch from low to high
beam.
Pull lever to deactivate high beam.
High beam assist 3 135.
High beam assist This feature allows high beam to
function as the main driving light at
night and when vehicle speed
exceeds 25 mph.
It switches automatically to low beam
when:
● The camera or a sensor in the windscreen detects the lights of
oncoming or preceding vehicles.
● The vehicle speed drops below 12 mph.
● It is foggy or snowy.
● Driving in urban areas.
If there are no restrictions detected,
the system switches back to high
beam.
146Climate controlPress the lower button to decrease or
upper button to increase fan speed.
The fan speed is indicated by the
number of segments in the display.
Pressing and holding the lower
button: fan and cooling are switched
off.
Pressing and holding the upper
button: the fan runs at maximum
speed.
To return to automatic mode: Press
AUTO .
Air distribution l,
M ,
K
Press appropriate button for desired
adjustment. The LED in the button
illuminates to indicate activation.l:to windscreen and front door
windows (air conditioning is
activated in the background to
help preventing windows from
fogging)M:to head area via adjustable air ventsK:to foot well and windscreen
All combinations are possible.
Return to automatic air distribution:
press AUTO .
Cooling n
Press n to switch on cooling.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button. Cooling is only functional
when the engine is running and
climate control fan is switched on.
Press n again to switch off cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) when outside
temperature is above a specific level. Therefore condensation may form
and drip from under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch off the cooling system for fuel
saving reasons. When the cooling
system is switched off, no engine
restart will be requested by the
climate control system during an
Autostop. Exception: defrost system
is activated and outside temperature
above 0 °C. Stop-start system
3 153.
The display will indicate ACON when
cooling is activated or ACOFF when
the cooling is deactivated.Activation or deactivation of cooling
operation after engine start can be
changed in the Settings menu in the
Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation
3 124.
Air recirculation mode 4
Press 4 to activate air recirculation
mode. The LED in the button
illuminates to indicate activation.
Press 4 again to deactivate
recirculation mode.9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside when cold air is
Driving and operating193Fault
Fault messages are displayed with a 9 on the top line of the Info-Display.
The rear view camera may not
operate properly when:
● The surrounding area is dark.
● The sun or the beam of headlights is shining directly into
the camera lens.
● Ice, snow, mud, or anything else covers the camera lens. Clean
the lens, rinse it with water, and
wipe it with a soft cloth.
● The tailgate is not closed correctly.
● The vehicle had a rear-end accident.
● There are extreme temperature changes.Traffic sign assistant
Functionality The traffic sign assistant system
detects designated traffic signs via a
front camera and displays them in the
Driver Information Centre.
Traffic signs which will be detected
are:
Limit and no passing signs ● speed limit
● no passing
● end of speed limit
● end of no passingRoad signs
beginning and end of:
● city regions (country specific)
● motorways
● A-roads
● play streetsAdd-on signs ● additional hints to traffic signs
● restriction of trailer towing
● tractor constraints
● wet warning
● ice warning
● direction arrows
Speed limit signs are displayed in the
Driver Information Centre until the
next speed limit sign or end of speed
limit is detected or up to a defined sign timeout.
282IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 213
Active Emergency Braking .........185
Active head restraints ...................36
Adaptive cruise control .......116, 175
AdBlue ........................ 114, 158, 258
Adjustable air vents ...................147
Airbag and belt tensioners .........110
Airbag deactivation ..............57, 111
Airbag label................................... 53
Airbag system .............................. 53
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 148
Air conditioning system .............. 142
Air intake .................................... 148
Air vents...................................... 147
Antilock brake system ................ 165
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....112
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................253
Armrest ......................................... 41
Armrest storage ........................... 68
Ashtrays ..................................... 102
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............132
Automatic locking ........................24
Automatic transmission .............161Autostop..................................... 153
Auxiliary heater ........................... 147
B Battery discharge protection ......140
Battery voltage ........................... 123
Bicycle rack .................................. 69
BlueInjection ............................... 158
Bonnet ....................................... 214
Brake and clutch fluid .................258
Brake and clutch system ...........111
Brake assist ............................... 167
Brake fluid .................................. 218 Brakes ............................... 165, 218
Breakdown.................................. 251
Bulb replacement ....................... 221
C Capacities .................................. 271
Cargo management system ........87
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................157
Central locking system ................22
Centre console lighting ..............139
Centre console storage ...............68
Changing tyre and wheel size ...240
Charging system ........................ 111
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 62
Child restraints.............................. 59
284GGauges ....................................... 103
Gear shifting ............................... 113
General information ...................207
Glass panel .................................. 33
Glovebox ..................................... 65
H Halogen headlights ....................221
Hand brake ................................. 165
Hazard warning flashers ............136
Headlight flash ........................... 133
Headlight range adjustment ......133
Headlights................................... 131 Headlights when driving abroad 134
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 35
Heated mirrors ............................. 29
Heated rear window ..................... 33
Heated steering wheel .................96
Heating ........................................ 42
Heating and ventilation system . 141
High beam ......................... 115, 132
High beam assist ................115, 132
Hill start assist ........................... 167
Horn ....................................... 13, 97
I
Identification plate .....................261
Ignition switch positions .............150
Immobiliser .......................... 28, 115Indicators.................................... 103
Info display ................................. 121
Information displays.................... 116
Instrument cluster ......................103
Instrument panel fuse box .........231
Instrument panel illumination .....228
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 138
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interactive driving system ...........170
Interior care ............................... 255
Interior lighting ............................ 138
Interior lights ...................... 138, 227
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Interruption of power supply ......163
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 250
K Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L Lane departure warning .....113, 196
Lashing eyes ............................... 87
LED headlights ...........115, 135, 223
Lighting features .........................139
Light switch ................................ 131
Load compartment ................24, 78Load compartment cover .............80
Load compartment fuse box ......232
Loading information .....................93
Load rails and hooks ...................87
Low fuel ..................................... 115
M Malfunction indicator light ..........111
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................. 162
Manual seat adjustment ...............38
Manual transmission .................. 164
Manual windows ..........................30
Memorised settings ......................21
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................137
N
New vehicle running-in ..............150
Number plate light .....................227
O Object detection systems ...........187
Odometer ................................... 103
Oil, engine .................. 215, 258, 263
OnStar ........................................ 127
Operate pedal ............................. 112
Outside temperature ....................99
Overhead console .......................67
Overrun cut-off ........................... 152