122Instruments and controlsVehicle messagesMessages are indicated mainly in the
Driver Information Centre, in some
cases together with a warning and
signal chime.
Vehicle and service messages in
the Driver Information Centre
The vehicle messages are displayed
as text. Follow the instructions given
in the messages.
Press SET/CLR , MENU or turn the
adjuster wheel to confirm a message.
Messages in the Info-Display
Some important messages appear
additionally in the 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 adaptive cruise control deactivates automatically.
● If approaching a vehicle ahead too closely.●If a programmed speed or speed
limit is exceeded.
● If a warning message appears in the Driver Information Centre.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If an unintended lane change occurs.
● If reverse gear is engaged and the rear carrier system is
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.
● If any condition for an autostart is
not fulfilled.
124Instruments and controlsAuto Rear Defog: Automatically
activates heated rear window.
● Collision / Detection Systems
Rear View Camera Guidelines :
Activates or deactivates the rear
view camera guidelines on the
Info Display.
Park Assist : Activates or
deactivates the ultrasonic
parking assist. Activation is
selectable with or without
attached trailer coupling.
Auto Collision Preparation :
Activates or deactivates the
automatic brake functionality of
the vehicle in the event of
imminent collision danger. The
following is selectable: the
system will take over brake
control, warn by chimes only or is
deactivated completely.
Side Blind Zone Alert : Activates
or deactivates side blind zone
alert.
● Comfort and Convenience
Chime Volume : Changes the
volume of warning chimes.Personalization By Driver :
Activates or deactivates the
personalisation function.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear :
Activates or deactivates
automatic switching on of the
rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged.
● Lighting
Vehicle Locator Lights : Activates
or deactivates the entry lighting.
Exit Lighting : Activates or
deactivates and changes the duration of exit lighting.
● Power Door Locks
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out :
Activates or deactivates the door
locking function while a door is open.
Auto Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
unlocking function after switching off ignition. Activates or
deactivates the automatic door
locking function after driving-off.Delayed Door Lock : Activates or
deactivates the delayed door
locking function.
● Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Remote Unlock Light Feedback :
Activates or deactivates the
hazard warning flasher feedback
whilst unlocking.
Remote Lock Feedback :
Changes what kind of feedback
is given when locking the vehicle.
Remote Door Unlock : Changes
the configuration to unlock only
the driver's door or the whole
vehicle whilst unlocking.
Relock Remotely Unlocked
Doors : Activates or deactivates
the automatic relock function
after unlocking without opening
the vehicle.
Lighting129LightingExterior lighting.......................... 129
Light switch .............................. 129
Automatic light control .............130
High beam ............................... 130
High beam assist .....................130
Headlight flash ......................... 131
Headlight range adjustment ....131
Headlights when driving abroad .................................... 132
Daytime running lights .............132
LED headlights ........................ 133
Hazard warning flashers ..........134
Turn lights ................................ 134
Front fog lights ......................... 134
Rear fog light ........................... 135
Parking lights ........................... 135
Reversing lights .......................135
Misted light covers ...................135
Interior lighting ........................... 136
Instrument panel illumination control ..................................... 136
Interior lights ............................ 136
Reading lights .......................... 137
Sunvisor lights ......................... 137Lighting features ........................137
Centre console lighting ............137
Entry lighting ............................ 137
Exit lighting .............................. 137
Battery discharge protection ....138Exterior lighting
Light switch
Turn light switch:
AUTO:automatic light control
switches automatically
between daytime running
light and headlight8:sidelights9:headlights
When switching on the ignition,
automatic light control is active.
Control indicator 8 3 115.
Lighting133LED headlightsLED lighting system includes: ● LED headlights for low and high beam
● cornering lights
● town light
● high beam assist
● reverse parking function
● eco mode
● dynamic automatic headlight levelling
LED headlights for low and
highbeam
LED headlights for low and high beam
ensure better visibility under all
conditions.
Operation is the same as for halogen headlights.
Light switch 3 129 , high beam 3 130,
headlight flash 3 131, headlights
when driving abroad 3 132.
Automatic light control 3 130.Cornering lights
On tight bends or when turning off,
depending on the steering angle or
the indicator light signal, an additional left or right reflector is switched on
which illuminates the road in the
direction of travel. It is activated up to
a speed of 43 mph.
Town light
Activated automatically at a speed up to approx. 34 mph. In situations with
exterior ambient light both cornering
lights are switched on with reduced
intensity. The light is wide and
symmetrical.
High beam assist
3 130
Reverse parking function
To assist driver's orientation when
parking, both corner lights and
reversing light illuminate when
headlights are on and reverse gear is
engaged. They remain illuminated for a short time after disengaging reverse
gear or until driving faster than
4 mph in a forward gear.
Eco mode If the vehicle stops, e. g. due to traffic lights, an energy saving mode for
headlights is activated.
Dynamic automatic headlight
levelling
To prevent oncoming traffic frombeing dazzled, headlight levelling is
automatically adjusted based on
vehicle inclination information.
Headlights when driving abroad3 132.
196Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 197
Control of the vehicle ...............197
Steering ................................... 197
Starting and operating ...............197
New vehicle running-in ............197
Ignition switch positions ...........197
Retained power off ..................198
Starting the engine ..................198
Overrun cut-off ........................ 199
Stop-start system ....................200
Parking .................................... 202
Engine exhaust .......................... 203
Exhaust filter ............................ 203
Catalytic converter ...................204
AdBlue ..................................... 205
Automatic transmission ..............208
Transmission display ...............208
Selector lever .......................... 208
Manual mode ........................... 209
Electronic driving programmes 209
Fault ........................................ 210
Interruption of power supply ....210
Manual transmission ..................211Brakes........................................ 212
Antilock brake system .............212
Parking brake .......................... 212
Brake assist ............................. 214
Hill start assist ......................... 214
Ride control systems .................215
Traction Control system ..........215
Electronic Stability Control ......216
Interactive driving system ........217
Driver assistance systems .........218
Cruise control .......................... 218
Speed limiter ........................... 220
Adaptive cruise control ............221
Forward collision alert .............228
Following distance indication ...231
Active Emergency Braking ......232
Parking assist .......................... 233
Side blind spot alert .................236
Rear view camera ...................238
Traffic sign assistant ................239
Lane departure warning ..........243
Fuel ............................................ 244
Fuel for petrol engines .............244
Fuel for diesel engines ............245
Fuel for natural gas operation . 246
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....246
Refuelling ................................ 247
Trailer hitch ................................ 252
General information .................252Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 252
Trailer towing ........................... 252
Towing equipment ...................253
Trailer stability assist ...............255
Driving and operating197Driving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this
situation ( e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a danger to yourself and others. All
systems function during an Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 200.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must
be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in the area of the pedals.Use only floor mats which fit properly
and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver's side.
Steering If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a
system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.
Control indicator c 3 113.Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period, fuel and engine oil consumption may be
higher and the cleaning process of
the exhaust filter may take place more
often. Autostop may be inhibited to allow for charging of the vehicle
battery.
Exhaust filter 3 203.
Ignition switch positions
Turn key:
Driving and operating2071. Continuously drive the vehiclefor 10 minutes making sure that
vehicle speed is always higher
than 12 mph.
2. If AdBlue refill is detected successfully, AdBlue supply-
driven limitations will disappear.
If AdBlue refill is still not detected,
seek the assistance of a workshop.
If AdBlue must be refilled at
temperatures below -11 °C, the
refilling of AdBlue may not be
detected by the system. In this
event, park the vehicle in a space
with a higher ambient temperature
until AdBlue is liquefied.
Notice
When unscrewing the protective cap
from the filler neck, ammonia fumes
may emerge. Do not inhale as the fumes have a pungent smell. The
fumes are not harmful by inhalation.
The AdBlue tank should be filled
completely. This must be done if the
warning message regarding
prevention of an engine restart is
already displayed.The vehicle must be parked on a level surface.
The filler neck for AdBlue is located
behind the fuel filler flap, which is located at right rear side of the
vehicle.
The fuel filler flap can only be opened
if the vehicle is unlocked.
1. Remove key from ignition switch.
2. Close all doors to avoid ammonia fumes entering the interior of the
vehicle.
3. Release the fuel filler flap by pushing the flap 3 247.
4. Unscrew protective cap from the
filler neck.
5. Open AdBlue canister.
6. Mount one end of the hose on the
canister and screw the other end
on the filler neck.
7. Lift the canister until it is empty, or
until the flow from the canister has stopped. This can take up to five
minutes.
8. Place the canister on the ground to empty the hose, wait 15
seconds.
9. Unscrew the hose from the filler neck.
10. Mount the protective cap and turn
clockwise until it engages.
Notice
Dispose of AdBlue canister
according to environmental
requirements. Hose can be reused
after flushing with clear water before
AdBlue dries out.
212Driving and operatingBrakes
The brake system comprises two
independent brake circuits.
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can
still be braked using the other brake
circuit. However, braking effect is
achieved only when the brake pedal
is depressed firmly. Considerably
more force is needed for this. The
braking distance is extended. Seek the assistance of a workshop before
continuing your journey.
When the engine is not running, the
support of the brake servo unit
disappears once the brake pedal has been depressed once or twice.
Braking effect is not reduced, but
braking requires significantly greater
force. It is especially important to bear this in mind when being towed.
Control indicator R 3 111.
Antilock brake system
Antilock brake system (ABS)
prevents the wheels from locking.ABS starts to regulate brake pressure as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains
steerable, even during hard braking.
ABS control is made apparent
through a pulse in the brake pedal
and the noise of the regulation
process.
For optimum braking, keep the brake
pedal fully depressed throughout the
braking process, despite the fact that the pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce
the pressure on the pedal.
After starting off the system performs
a self-test which may be audible.
Control indicator u 3 112.
Adaptive brake light During full braking, all three brake
lights flash for the duration of ABS
control.
Fault9 Warning
If there is a fault in the ABS, the
wheels may be liable to lock due
to braking that is heavier than
normal. The advantages of ABS are no longer available. During
hard braking, the vehicle can no longer be steered and may
swerve.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Parking brake
9 Warning
Before leaving the vehicle, check
parking brake status. Control
indicator R (manual parking
brake) or m (electrical parking
brake) must illuminate constantly.