94Instruments and controlsParking assistr illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or covered by ice or snow
or
Interference due to external sources of ultrasound. Once the source ofinterference is removed, the system
will operate normally.
Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.
Parking assist 3 160.
Electronic Stability Control off
t illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Electronic Stability Control 3 152.
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system
b flashes or illuminates yellow.Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present. A
warning message or warning code
appears in the Driver Information
Centre. Continued driving is possible.
The system is not operational. Driving stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Electronic Stability Control 3 152.
Traction Control system 3 151.
Traction Control system off k illuminates yellow.
The system is deactivated.
Traction Control system 3 151.Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating of diesel engine is
activated. Only activates when
outside temperature is low.
Exhaust filter
% illuminates or flashes yellow.
The exhaust filter requires cleaning.
Continue driving until %
extinguishes. If possible, do not allow engine speed to drop below
2000 rpm.
Illuminates
The exhaust filter is full. Start cleaning
process as soon as possible.
Flashes
The maximum filling level of the filter is reached. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the
engine.
Exhaust filter 3 140.
Stop-start system 3 136.
104Instruments and controlsNo.Vehicle message28Right rear turn light failure29Check trailer brake light30Check trailer reversing light31Check left trailer turn light32Check right trailer turn light33Check trailer rear fog light34Check trailer rear light35Replace battery in radio remote
control48Clean side blind spot alert
system49Lane departure warning
unavailable53Tighten fuel filler cap54Water in diesel fuel filter55Exhaust filter is full 3 14056Tyre pressure imbalance on
front axleNo.Vehicle message57Tyre pressure imbalance on rear axle58Tyres without pressure sensors
detected59Open then close driver window60Open then close front
passenger window65Theft attempted66Service anti-theft alarm system67Service steering wheel lock68Service power steering75Service air conditioning76Service side blind spot alert
system79Top up engine oil81Service transmission82Change engine oil soon84Engine power reduced89Service vehicle soonNo.Vehicle message90Service brake assist94Shift to park before exiting95Service airbag128Bonnet open134Parking assist fault, clean
bumper136Service parking assist145Check washer fluid level151Press clutch to start174Low vehicle battery258Parking assist off
Vehicle messages on Uplevel
display
The vehicle messages are displayed as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
Instruments and controls105Vehicle messages on
Colour Info Display
Some important messages appear
additionally in the
Colour Info Display. Some messages only pop-up for a few seconds.
Warning chimes If several warnings appear at the
same time, only one warning chime
will sound.
When starting the engine or whilst
driving
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a door or the tailgate is not fully
closed when starting off.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with parking brake applied.
● If a programmed speed is exceeded.
● If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre orInfo Display.● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If unintended lane change occurs.
● If the reverse gear is engaged and the rear end carrier
extended.
● If the exhaust filter has reached the maximum filling level.
When the vehicle is parked and /
or the driver's door is opened
● With exterior lights on.
During an Autostop ● If the driver's door is opened.
Battery voltage Uplevel display
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message will
appear in the Driver Information
Centre.
Midlevel displayWhen the vehicle battery voltage is running low, a warning code 174 will appear in the Driver Information
Centre.
1. Switch off immediately any electrical consumers which are
not required for a safe drive, e.g.
seat heating, heated windscreen
and heated rear window or other
main consumers.
2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or
by using a charging device.
The warning message or warning
code will disappear after the engine
has been started twice consecutively
without a voltage drop.
If the vehicle battery cannot be
recharged, have the cause of the fault
remedied by a workshop.
Driving and operating133Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 134
Control of the vehicle ...............134
Starting and operating ...............134
New vehicle running-in ............134
Ignition switch positions ...........134
Retained power off ..................135
Starting the engine ..................135
Overrun cut-off ........................ 136
Stop-start system ....................136
Parking .................................... 139
Engine exhaust .......................... 140
Exhaust filter ............................ 140
Catalytic converter ...................141
Automatic transmission ..............141
Transmission display ...............141
Selector lever .......................... 142
Manual mode ........................... 143
Electronic driving programmes 143
Fault ........................................ 144
Interruption of power supply ....144
Manual transmission ..................145Manual transmission automa‐
ted .............................................. 145
Transmission display ...............146
Starting the engine ..................146
Selector lever .......................... 146
Manual mode ........................... 148
Electronic driving programmes 148
Fault ........................................ 148
Brakes ........................................ 149
Antilock brake system .............149
Parking brake .......................... 150
Brake assist ............................. 150
Hill start assist ......................... 150
Ride control systems .................151
Traction Control system ..........151
Electronic Stability Control ......152
City mode ................................ 153
Driver assistance systems .........154
Cruise control .......................... 154
Speed limiter ........................... 156
Forward collision alert .............157
Following distance indication ...160
Parking assist .......................... 160
Side blind spot alert .................170
Rear view camera ...................172
Traffic sign assistant ................173
Lane departure warning ..........176
Fuel ............................................ 177
Fuel for petrol engines .............177Fuel for diesel engines ............179
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....179
Refuelling ................................ 180
Trailer hitch ................................ 183
General information .................183
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 183
Trailer towing ........................... 184
Towing equipment ...................185
Trailer stability assist ...............187
Driving and operating139Parking9Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply the parking brake. Activate the manual
parking brake without pressing the 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 or set the selector
lever to position P before
removing the ignition key. On
an uphill slope, turn the front
wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position
P before removing the ignition
key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.
● Close the windows and the sunroof.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. Turn the
steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only
be removed when the selector
lever is in position P.
For vehicles with manual
transmission automated, the
key can only be removed from
the ignition switch when the
parking brake is applied.
● Lock the vehicle.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 190.
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.
Note
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
switched off automatically if the
vehicle comes to a standstill within a
certain time.
142Driving and operatingIn manual mode, M and the number
of the selected gear is indicated.
R indicates reverse gear.
N indicates neutral position.
P indicates park position.
Selector leverP:park position, wheels are locked, engage only when the vehicle is
stationary and the parking brake
is appliedR:reverse gear, engage only when
the vehicle is stationaryN:neutralD:automatic shift modeM:manual shift mode<:push to upshift in manual mode]:push to downshift in manual
mode
The selector lever is locked in P and
can only be moved when the ignition
is on and the brake pedal is applied.
Without brake pedal applied, control
indicator j illuminates.
If the selector lever is not in P when
the ignition is switched off, control
indicator j flashes.
To engage P, R or M, press the
release button.
The engine can only be started with
the lever in position P or N. When
position N is selected, press the brake
pedal or apply the parking brake
before starting.
Do not accelerate while engaging a
gear. Never depress the accelerator
pedal and brake pedal at the same
time.
When a gear is engaged, the vehicle
slowly begins to creep when the
brake is released.
Engine braking To utilise the engine braking effect,
select a lower gear in good time when
driving downhill, see manual mode.
Rocking the vehicle
Rocking the vehicle is only
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in
sand, mud or snow. Move the selector
lever between D and R in a repeat
pattern. Do not race the engine and
avoid sudden acceleration.
Driving and operating143ParkingApply the parking brake and engage
P .
The ignition key can only be removed
when the selector lever is in position
P .
Manual mode
Move selector lever to position M.
Press < on the selector lever to shift
to a higher gear.
Press ] on the selector lever to shift
to a lower gear.
If a higher gear is selected when
vehicle speed is too low, or a lower
gear when vehicle speed is too high,
the shift is not executed. This can
cause a message in the Driver
Information Centre.
In manual mode, no automatic
shifting to a higher gear takes place
at high engine revolutions.
Gear shift indication
The symbol R with a number beside
it is indicated when gearshifting is
recommended for fuel saving
reasons.
Shift indication appears only in
manual mode.
Electronic driving programmes
● Following a cold start, the operating temperature
programme increases engine
speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.● The automatic neutral shift function automatically shifts to
idling when the vehicle is stopped
with a forward gear engaged and the brake pedal is pressed.
● Special programmes automatically adapt the shifting
points when driving up inclines or
down hills.
● When starting off in snowy or icy conditions or on other slippery
surfaces, the electronic
transmission control selects a
higher gear automatically.
Kickdown Pressing down the accelerator pedal
beyond the kickdown detent will lead
to maximum acceleration
independent of selected driving
mode. The transmission shifts to a
lower gear depending on engine
speed.
144Driving and operatingFault
In the event of a fault, control indicator g illuminates. Additionally, a
message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.
Vehicle messages 3 103.
The transmission no longer shifts
automatically. Continued travel is
possible with manual shifting.
Only the highest gear is available.
Depending on the fault, second gear
may also be available in manual
mode. Shift only when the vehicle is
at a standstill.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Interruption of power supply In the event of an interruption of
power supply, the selector lever
cannot be moved out of the P
position. The ignition key cannot be
removed from the ignition switch.
If the vehicle battery is discharged,
start the vehicle using jump leads
3 227.If the vehicle battery is not the cause
of the fault, release the selector lever.
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Release the selector lever trim from the centre console; Poke
with a finger into the leather
socket in front of the selector lever
and push the trim upwards at the
front rim from below, as shown in
the illustration. Rotate trim to the
left.
3. Push down the release lever and move the selector lever out of P or
N . If these positions are engaged
again, the selector lever will be
locked in position again. Have the cause of the power supply
interruption remedied by a
workshop.
4. Mount the selector lever trim onto
the centre console and refit.