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In brief17Washer and wiper systems
Windscreen wiper0:offP /AUTO:timed interval wiping or
automatic wiping with
rain sensor1:slow2:fast
Windscreen wiper 3 89.
Wiper blade replacement 3 190.
Windscreen washer
Pull lever.
short
pull:wiper swipes once and
washer fluid is sprayed onto
the windscreenlong
pull:wiper swipes for a few strokes and washer fluid is
sprayed onto the
windscreen
Windscreen washer 3 89.
Washer fluid 3 186.
Climate control
Heated rear window
Heating is operated by pressing Ü.
Heated rear window 3 45.
Heated exterior mirrors
Pressing Ü also activates the heated
exterior mirrors.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 41.
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In brief19Manual transmission automatedN:neutralo:drive position+:higher gear-:lower gearA/M:switch between automatic and
manual modeR:reverse gear. Engage only
when vehicle is stationary.
Manual transmission automated
3 155.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure 3 206 and
condition 3 252.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 183.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors 3 41,
seats 3 48 and seat belts
3 58.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Turn the key to position 2 for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes in the
Driver Information Centre.
● Turn key to position 3 and
release.
Starting the engine 3 139.
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42Keys, doors and windowsHeating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Climate control system 3 120.
Electronic climate control system 3 122.Interior mirrors
Manual anti-dazzle
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing.
Wide view mirror
Depending on vehicle, a large convex
mirror is located in the front
passenger sun visor which helps to
increase visibility and reduce blind
spots.
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Keys, doors and windows45Rear reversing lens
A rear reversing lens may be fitted to
the rear window.
The rear reversing lens assists the
driver when reversing by reducing
blind spots.
Heated rear window
Operated by pressing Ü on either
system. LED illuminates in button
during operation.
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Climate control system 3 120.
Electronic climate control system 3 122.
Sun visors
The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed
when driving.
Sun visors may also feature a holder for parking tickets etc.
Wide view mirror 3 42.
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Seats, restraints47Seats, restraintsHead restraints............................ 47
Front seats ................................... 48
Seat position .............................. 48
Seat adjustment ........................49
Armrest ...................................... 53
Heating ...................................... 54
Rear seats ................................... 54
Seat belts ..................................... 57
Three-point seat belt .................58
Airbag system .............................. 61
Front airbag system ...................64
Side airbag system ....................65
Airbag deactivation ....................65
Child restraints ............................. 67
Child restraint systems ..............67
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 70Head restraints
Position9 Warning
Only drive with the head restraint
set to the proper position.
The upper edge of the head restraint
should be at upper head level. If this
is not possible for extremely tall
people, set to highest position, and
set to lowest position for small people.
Adjustment
Pull up to raise or press button and
lower head restraint. Ensure the head restraint engages.
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54Seats, restraintsHeating
Press ß for the respective seat; LED
in switch illuminates. Press other end of rocker switch to turn seat heating
off.
Vehicles with suspension seat: switch ß is located below the backrest
release lever on the outboard side of
the seat.
Seat heating is thermostatically
controlled and switches off
automatically when seat temperature
is sufficient. LED also illuminates
when the system is on, not just when
heating is active.
Prolonged use for people with
sensitive skin is not recommended.
Seat heating is operational when the
engine is running.Rear seats
Rear seat access
To facilitate access to the 3rd row
seats (where fitted), open sliding side door and pull release lever on foldingaccess seat in the 2nd row and fold
the seat backrest forwards. If
necessary, unfasten seat belts from
their buckles.
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Instruments and controls87Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 88
Steering wheel adjustment ........88
Steering wheel controls .............88
Horn ........................................... 88
Steering column controls ...........88
Windscreen wiper and washer ..89
Outside temperature ..................90
Clock ......................................... 91
Power outlets ............................. 91
Cigarette lighter ......................... 93
Ashtrays .................................... 93
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 93
Instrument cluster ......................93
Speedometer ............................. 93
Odometer .................................. 94
Trip odometer ............................ 94
Tachometer ............................... 94
Fuel gauge ................................ 95
AdBlue gauge ............................ 95
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 95
Engine oil level monitor .............96
Service display .......................... 96Transmission display .................97
Control indicators ......................97
Turn lights ................................ 100
Seat belt reminder ...................100
Airbag and belt tensioners .......100
Airbag deactivation ..................100
Charging system .....................101
Malfunction indicator light ........101
Service vehicle soon ...............101
Stop engine ............................. 102
Brake system ........................... 102
Antilock brake system (ABS) ...102
Upshift ..................................... 102
Lane departure warning ..........103
Electronic Stability Program ....103
Electronic Stability Program off ........................................... 103
Engine coolant temperature ....103
Preheating ............................... 103
AdBlue ..................................... 103
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 104
Engine oil pressure ..................104
Low fuel ................................... 104
Drain fuel filter ......................... 105
Stop-start system ....................105
Exterior light ............................ 105
Low beam ................................ 105
High beam ............................... 105
High beam assist .....................105Fog light................................... 105
Rear fog light ........................... 105
Cruise control .......................... 105
Active emergency braking .......105
Speed limiter ........................... 106
Tachograph ............................. 106
Door open ................................ 106
Displays ..................................... 106
Driver Information Centre ........106
Info Display .............................. 107
Vehicle messages ......................107
Warning chimes .......................108
Trip computer ............................. 109
Tachograph ................................ 111
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Instruments and controls99Control indicators in the centre
console
Control indicators in the roof
console
OverviewOTurn lights 3 100XSeat belt reminder 3 100vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 100WAirbag deactivation 3 100pCharging system 3 101ZMalfunction indicator light
3 101jService vehicle soon 3 101oService display 3 101CStop engine 3 102RBrake system 3 102uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 102kjUpshift, downshift 3 102ìLane departure warning 3 103RElectronic Stability Program
3 103ØElectronic Stability Program off
3 103WEngine coolant temperature
3 103!Preheating 3 103úAdBlue 3 103wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 104IEngine oil pressure 3 104kDrain fuel filter 3 105YLow fuel 3 104DAutostop (Stop-start system)
3 105\Autostop inhibited (Stop-start
system) 3 1050Exterior light 3 1059Low beam 3 105CHigh beam 3 105íHigh beam assist 3 105>Fog light 3 105