Instruments and controls95Flashes 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.
Stop engine
Y illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates together with other control indicators, accompanied by a warning
chime and a corresponding message in the Driver Information Centre.
Stop engine immediately and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
System check J illuminates yellow or red.
Illuminates yellow
A minor engine fault has been
detected.Illuminates red
A major engine fault has been
detected.
Stop engine as soon as possible and
seek the assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch systemR illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too low.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Electric parking brake
m illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
Electric parking brake is applied
3 151.
Flashes
Electric parking brake is not applied
automatically. The application or the
release are faulty.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
o illuminates yellow.
Illuminates
Automatic operation is deactivated or
faulty. Activate automatic operation
again or have the cause remedied by a workshop in the event of a fault.
Automatic operation 3 151.
Electric parking brake fault E illuminates yellow.
Illuminates
Electric parking brake has a fault
3 151.
Driving and operating133Driving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 134
Control of the vehicle ...............134
Steering ................................... 134
Starting and operating ...............134
New vehicle running-in ............134
Ignition switch positions ...........134
Power button ........................... 135
Power saving mode .................136
Starting the engine ..................137
Overrun cut-off ........................ 139
Stop-start system ....................139
Parking .................................... 141
Engine exhaust .......................... 142
Diesel particle filter ..................142
Catalytic converter ...................143
AdBlue ..................................... 143
Automatic transmission ..............147
Transmission display ...............147
Selector lever .......................... 147
Manual mode ........................... 148
Electronic driving programmes 148
Fault ........................................ 149
Interruption of power supply ....149Manual transmission ..................150
Brakes ........................................ 150
Antilock brake system .............150
Parking brake .......................... 151
Brake assist ............................. 153
Hill start assist ......................... 153
Ride control systems .................154
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........154
Selective ride control ...............155
Sport mode .............................. 156
Driver assistance systems .........157
Cruise control .......................... 157
Speed limiter ........................... 160
Adaptive cruise control ............162
Forward collision alert .............168
Active emergency braking .......170
Front pedestrian protection .....173
Parking assist .......................... 174
Advanced parking assist .........177
Side blind spot alert .................182
Rear view camera ...................183
Panoramic view system ...........185
Lane departure warning ..........188
Lane keep assist .....................189
Driver alert ............................... 191
Fuel ............................................ 192
Fuel for petrol engines .............192Fuel for diesel engines ............194
Refuelling ................................ 194
Trailer hitch ................................ 196
General information .................196
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 196
Trailer towing ........................... 197
Towing equipment ...................197
Trailer stability assist ...............200
Driving and operating143As soon as the traffic conditions
permit, regenerate the filter by driving
at a vehicle speed of at least 40 mph
until the control indicator
extinguishes.
Notice
On a new vehicle, the first particle
filter regeneration operations may
be accompanied by a burning smell,
which is normal. Following
prolonged operation of the vehicle at very low speed or at idle, water
vapour can be emitted at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the
vehicle or the environment.
Cleaning process not possible
If % or H stays on, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message,
this indicates that the particle filter
additive level is too low.
The reservoir must be topped-up
without delay. Seek the assistance of
a workshop.Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 192, 3 247 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.
AdBlue
General information
The selective catalytic reduction
(BlueInjection) is a method to
substantially reduce the nitrogen
oxides in the exhaust emission. This
is achieved by injecting a Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF) into the exhaust
system. The ammonia released by
the fluid reacts with nitrous gases
(NO x) from the exhaust and turns it
into nitrogen and water.
The designation of this fluid is
AdBlue ®
. It is a non-toxic, non-
flammable, colourless and odourless
fluid which consists of 32% urea and
68% water.9 Warning
Avoid contact of your eyes or skin
with AdBlue.
In case of eye or skin contact,
rinse off with water.
148Driving and operatingEngine 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.
Parking
Apply the parking brake and engage P .Manual mode
Move selector lever out of position D
towards the left in position M.
Tap the selector lever to the front + to
shift to a higher gear.
Tap the selector lever to the rear - 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 or S 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.
● Special programmes automatically adapt the shifting
points when driving up inclines or
down hills.
● In snowy or icy conditions or on other slippery surfaces, the
electronic transmission control
264Index.................................................... 220
A Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 201
Active emergency braking ....99, 170
Active head restraints ...................45
Adaptive cruise control .........99, 162
AdBlue .................................. 97, 143
Adjustable air vents ...................131
Advanced parking assist ............177
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........94
Airbag deactivation ................60, 94
Airbag label................................... 55
Airbag system .............................. 55
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 132
Air conditioning system .............. 124
Air intake .................................... 132
Air vents...................................... 131
Antilock brake system ................ 150
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......96
Anti-theft alarm system ................34
Anti-theft locking system .............. 34
Appearance care ........................235
Armrest ................................... 50, 51
Ashtrays ....................................... 87
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................38
Automatic light control ...............114
Automatic locking ........................27Automatic transmission .............147
Autostop ............................... 98, 139
Auxiliary heater ........................... 131
B Battery discharge protection ......122
Battery voltage ........................... 104 BlueInjection ............................... 143
Bonnet ....................................... 203
Brake and clutch fluid .................240
Brake and clutch system .............95
Brake assist ............................... 153
Brake fluid .................................. 206
Brakes ............................... 150, 206
Breakdown.................................. 233
Bulb replacement ....................... 209
C Capacities .................................. 250
Catalytic converter .....................143
Central locking system ................23
Centre console lighting ..............121
Centre console storage ...............69
Changing tyre and wheel size ...223
Charging system .......................... 94
Child locks ................................... 28
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 64
Child restraints.............................. 61
Child restraint systems ................61
Cigarette lighter ........................... 86