162Driving and operatingDriver assistance
systems9 Warning
Driver assistance systems are
developed to support the driver
and not to replace the driver's
attention.
The driver accepts full
responsibility when driving the
vehicle.
When using driver assistance
systems, always take care
regarding the current traffic
situation.
Cruise control
The cruise control can store and
maintain speeds of 20 mph and
above. Deviations from the stored
speeds may occur when driving uphill or downhill. The stored speed will
flash in the Driver Information Centre
3 104.
For safety reasons the cruise control
cannot be activated until the brake
pedal has been operated once.
Do not use the cruise control if it is not advisable to maintain a constant
speed.
With manual transmission
automated, only activate cruise
control in automatic mode.
Control indicators m and U 3 103.
Switching on the system
Press m, control indicator U
illuminates green in the instrument
cluster.
Cruise control is now in standby mode
and a corresponding message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre.
Accelerate to the desired speed and
press < or ]. The current speed is
now stored and maintained and the
accelerator pedal can be released.
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Control indicator m illuminates green
in the instrument cluster together with
U and a corresponding message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre.
Vehicle speed can be increased by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
The stored speed flashes in the
instrument cluster. When the
accelerator pedal is released, the
previously stored speed is resumed.
Cruise control remains activated
while gearshifting.
The speed is saved until the ignition
is switched off.
Increase speed
With cruise control active, the vehicle speed can be increased continuously
or in small increments by holding
down or tapping < repeatedly.
When the switch is released the
current speed is stored and
maintained.
Alternatively, accelerate to the
desired speed and store by pressing
< .
Reduce speed
With cruise control active, the vehicle speed can be decreased
continuously or in small increments
by holding down or tapping ]
repeatedly.
When the switch is released the
current speed is stored and
maintained.Deactivation of the functionality
Press $: cruise control is deactivated
and the green control indicator m
extinguishes in the instrument cluster.
Automatic deactivation: ● vehicle speed drops below 20 mph
● the brake pedal is depressed
● the clutch pedal is depressed
● selector lever in N
The speed is stored and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre.
164Driving and operatingActivation of the functionality
Press R at a speed above 20 mph.
If the stored speed is much higher
than the current speed, the vehicle
will accelerate powerfully until the
stored speed is obtained.
Pressing < will also reactivate the
cruise control function, but at the
current vehicle speed only, not the
stored speed.
Switching off the system
Press m, green control indicators U
and m extinguish in the instrument
cluster.
Speed limiter
The speed limiter prevents the
vehicle exceeding a preset maximum
speed above 20 mph.Switching on the system
Press U, control indicator U
illuminates yellow in the instrument
cluster.
Speed limiter function is now in
standby mode and a corresponding
message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
Accelerate to the desired speed and
press < or ]. The current speed is
recorded.
The vehicle can be driven normally
but it will not be possible to exceed the programmed speed limit except in an
emergency.
Where the limit speed cannot be
maintained, e.g. when driving on a
steep decline, the limit speed will
flash in the Driver Information Centre.
Increase limit speed
The limit speed can be increased
continuously or in small increments
by holding down or tapping <
repeatedly.
Reduce limit speed
The limit speed can be decreased continuously or in small increments
by holding down or tapping ]
repeatedly.
Exceeding the limit speed
In the event of an emergency it is
possible to exceed the limit speed by
depressing the accelerator pedal
firmly beyond the point of resistance.
The limit speed will flash in the Driver
Information Centre during this period.
Release the accelerator pedal andthe speed limiter function is
reactivated once a speed lower than
the limit speed is obtained.
Driving and operating165Notice
In vehicles fitted with a Speed
limiter, fully depressing the
accelerator pedal will not allow you
to exceed the set maximum vehicle
speed.
Speed limiter 3 164.
Deactivation of the functionality
Press $: speed limiter is deactivated
and the vehicle can be driven
normally.
The limit speed is stored and a
corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre.
Activation of the functionality Press R. The speed limiter function is
reactivated.
Pressing < will also reactivate the
speed limiter function, but at the
current vehicle speed only, not the
stored speed.
Switching off the system
Press U.
Yellow control indicator U
extinguishes in the instrument cluster.Maximum speed limiter
In accordance with local or national
regulations, the vehicle may be
equipped with a fixed maximum
speed limiter that cannot be disabled.
If equipped, a warning label indicating the fixed maximum speed limit (55 to
80 mph) is located on the instrument panel.
Deviations from the maximum speed
limit may occur briefly when driving
downhill, for physical reasons.
A warning chime may sound for
10 seconds if the vehicle briefly
exceeds the set limit.
Vehicles also equipped with speed
limiter: the maximum speed cannot
be exceeded by depressing the
accelerator pedal firmly beyond the
point of resistance.
Active emergency braking Active emergency braking can help to
reduce the damage and injury from
crashes with vehicles directly ahead, when a collision can no longer be
avoided either by manual braking orby steering. The feature uses various inputs (e.g. camera sensor, radar
sensor, brake pressure, vehicle
speed) to calculate the probability of
a frontal collision.9 Warning
This system is not intended to
replace the driver responsibility for driving the vehicle and looking
ahead. Its function is limited to
supplemental use only to reduce
the vehicle speed before a
collision.
The system only detects vehicles
driving in the same direction of
traffic.
After a sudden lane change, the
system needs a certain time to
detect the next preceding vehicle.
The driver must always be ready
to take action and apply the brakes and steer to avoid collisions.
Operation conditions
The system is operational at a vehicle
speed between 10 mph and 62 mph.
166Driving and operatingActivation
The system is automatically active
when the ignition is switched on.
Functionality
When driving in the speed range
mentioned above and a risk of
collision with the vehicle ahead is
imminent, l will flash and a warning
chime sounds.
The indicator light l and the chimes
stop when the system detects that a
collision is not imminent anymore.
Just before the imminent collision, the system brakes automatically to
reduce the impact speed of the
collision or prohibit a crash.9 Warning
Do not rely on the system to brake
the vehicle. Active emergency
braking will not brake outside of its
operating speed range and only
responds to detected vehicles.
Deactivation and re-activation
Active emergency braking can be
deactivated with the vehicle
stationary and the ignition switched
on:
Toggle through the Driver Information Centre with the buttons on the right
stalk tip until message AEBS
ACTIVE appears.
To deactivate the system, press and
hold one of the two buttons for
approx. 3 seconds. Message AEBS
DEACTIVATED is displayed and l
illuminates in the instrument cluster until system is re-activated again.
To re-activate the system, press and hold one of the two buttons for
approx. 3 seconds. Message AEBS
ACTIVE is displayed and l
disappears.
Vehicle messages 3 105.
We recommend to deactivate the
system in the vehicle personalisation
in the following cases:
● when the vehicle is being towed
● before using an automatic car wash with ignition switched on
● if the windscreen has been damaged close to the camera
● if the front bumper has been damaged
Conditions for re-activation
The Active emergency brake system can only be re-activated if:
● the gear lever is not in neutral
● parking brake is not activated
● vehicle is not cornering
172Driving and operating
When control indicator ì 3 101
illuminates in the instrument cluster,
the system is ready to operate. A
corresponding message also
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 104.
Control indicator ì extinguishes
when the system is not ready to warn the driver.
The system is only operable at
vehicle speeds above approx.
37 mph and if lane markings are
available and detected.
If the turn lights are not operated
when changing lanes, i.e. an
unintended lane change is detected,
control indicator ì flashes together
with a warning chime to alert the
driver.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by
pressing ì; LED in the button
illuminates. A corresponding
message also appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
At speeds below approx. 37 mph the
system is inoperable.
Operation hints The lane departure warning system
may not operate properly when:
● The windscreen is not clean.
● There are adverse environmental
conditions like heavy rain, snow,
direct sunlight or shadows.
The system cannot operate when no
lane marking is detected.Fault
In the event of a fault in the system, a warning message appears in the
Driver Information Centre (possibly in
combination with control indicator j)
and the LED in the button illuminates.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.Driver Information Centre 3 104.
Vehicle care223After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen / rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean leather upholstery with clear
water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light-
coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
262F
Fault ........................................... 156
Fire extinguisher ........................... 82
First aid ......................................... 82
First aid kit ................................... 82
Fixed air vents ........................... 132
Fog light ..................................... 103
Fog lights ............................ 114, 192
Folding mirrors ............................. 39
Folding seat .................................. 75
Front airbag system .....................62
Front courtesy light .....................115
Front fog lights ....................110, 114
Front reading light....................... 116
Front seats.................................... 46
Front storage ................................ 75
Front turn lights .......................... 192
Fuel economy rating (ecoScoring) ............................ 107
Fuel for diesel engines ..............173
Fuel gauge ................................... 93
Fuel tank ..................................... 247
Fuse box ..................... 199, 200, 201
Fuses ......................................... 198
G
Gauges ......................................... 91
General information ...................175
Glass panel .................................. 44
Glovebox ..................................... 75Glovebox cooler ......................... 132
Grab handles ................................ 77
Ground clearance .......................142
H Hand brake - see Parking brake. 157
Hazard warning flashers ............113
Headlight flash ........................... 112
Headlight range adjustment ......112
Headlights .................. 110, 111, 189
Headlights when driving abroad 113
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 45
Heated exterior mirrors .................16
Heated mirrors ............................. 40
Heated rear window ...............16, 43
Heating ........................................ 52
Heating and ventilation system . 118
High beam ......................... 103, 111
High beam assist ................103, 111
Hill start assist ........................... 158
Horn ....................................... 15, 86
Hub cap hook ............................. 203
I
Identification plate .....................228
Idle speed control .......................138
Ignition switch positions .............136
Immobiliser .................................. 38
Indicators ...................................... 91
Info Display ................................. 105Information displays.................... 104
Infotainment system ...................105
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument cluster ........................91
Instrument panel fuse box .........200
Instrument panel illumination .....198
Instrument panel overview ........... 11
Instrument panel storage ..............74
Interior care ............................... 223
Interior lighting ............................ 115
Interior lights ...................... 115, 197
Interior mirrors .............................. 40
Interruption of power supply ......156
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX .......................................... 65
J Jack ............................................ 203
Journey record............................ 107
Jump starting ............................. 217
K Keys ............................................. 20Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane departure warning .....101, 171
Lashing eyes ............................... 77
Lashing straps .............................. 77
Laying up the vehicle ..................185
Light covers, misted.................... 114