2018 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS ESP

Warning/
indicator
lampNSignal type
Possible causes/consequences and M
Solutions
åNThe yellow ESP®OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running or the ECO
start/stop function is activated.
ESP
®is deactivated. ESP®trailer stabilization and Crosswind Assist are deacti-
vated.
GWARNING
If ESP
®is deactivated, vehicle stabilization assistance is significantly reduced.
There is an increased risk of skidding and accidents.
XReactivate ESP®.
In rare cases , it may be best to deactivate ESP®(Ypage 66).
XAdapt your driving style to suit the weather and road conditions.
If ESP
®cannot be activated:
XDrive on with care.
XHave ESP®checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
6N The red restraint system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
The restraint system is faulty.
GWARNING
The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered uninten-
tionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
There is an increased risk of injury.
XObserve the display messages.
XDrive on with care.
XHave the restraint system and its components checked immediately at a quali- fied specialist workshop.
Further information on the restraint system and its components can be found
under "Occupant safety" (
Ypage 45).
226Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster
On-board computer and displays

Tires
Warning/
indicator
lampNSignal type
Possible causes/consequences and M
Solutions
hNThe yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit.
The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires.
GWARNING
Underinflated tires pose the following risks:
RThe tires may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
RThe tires may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire traction.
RThe handling as well as steering and braking characteristics may be severely
affected.
There is a risk of an accident.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers. Pay
attention to the traffic conditions while doing so.
XSecure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away (Ypage 135).
XObserve the display messages.
XCheck the tires and, if necessary, change the wheel (Ypage 298).
XCheck the tire pressure.
You can check the tire pressure electronically on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons (
Ypage 286).
XIf necessary, correct the tire pressure.
hN The yellow tire pressure monitor (pressure loss/malfunction) warning lamp
flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit.
The tire pressure monitor is malfunctioning.
GWARNING
The system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
There is a risk of an accident.
XObserve the display messages.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
230Indicator and warninglamps in the instrument cluster
On-board computer and displays

OperationMenu
SD memory cardSD
Music
Media
Sound
USB deviceUSB
Music
Media
Sound
AUXAUX
Volume
Sound
BT AudioBT Audio
Media
Sound
TelephoneTelephone
Call lists
SystemSettings
Display off
Bluetooth®settings
Requirements for a Bluetooth
®connec-
tion
You can connect Bluetooth®-compatible mobile
phones and other audio equipment to the mul-
timedia system.
To do so, the following conditions must be met:
RThe Bluetooth®device must be located inside
the vehicle in the vicinity of the multimedia
system.
RBluetooth®must be activated on both the
multimedia system and on the respective
Bluetooth
®device.
Rthe Bluetooth®device must be visible for the
multimedia system.
iYou can obtain further information about
suitable mobile phones and connecting
mobile phones via Bluetooth
®at any qualified
specialist workshop.
iYou can obtain further information about
suitable mobile phones and connecting mobile phones via Bluetooth
®at any author-
ized Sprinter Dealer.
Activating/deactivating the Bluetooth®
function
XPress the ibutton.
XPress the :button repeatedly until the
menu bar is selected.
XSelect Settings.
XSelectActivate Bluetooth.
XActivate or deactivate the Bluetooth®func-
tion using the control knob.
A tick in front of the Activate Bluetooth
message indicates that the Bluetooth®func-
tion is activated.
iThe Bluetooth®function will remain
switched on until you switch it off again.
Searching for and pairing with a Blue-
tooth®device
XPress the %button.
or
XSelect the Bluetooth®audio function.
XPress the :button repeatedly until the
menu bar is selected.
XSelect Telephone/BT Audio.
XBluetooth telephones/Bluetoothdevice list.
XSelectUpdate.
The multimedia system searches for Blue-
tooth
®devices within range for a certain
period of time.
If at least one Bluetooth
®device is found, the
display shows the Bluetooth®name of the
device.
If the multimedia system does not find a Blue-
tooth
®device, the SearchforBluetoothdevices failed.message is shown in the
display.
XTo search again: select Update.
XTo select a Bluetooth®device:select the
desired Bluetooth®device using the control
knob.
The display shows the input menu for the
passkey.
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Multimedia systems in brief

XConnect the USB device to the USB portinthe
correct position.
XPress the Õbutton repeatedly, unt ilthe
displ ayinthe menu bar shows USB.
Playback starts.
iDue to the widerange of USB devices avail-
able on the market, playback cannot beguar-
anteed for all USB device brands.
Audio playback from a Bluetooth®
device
Requir ement: the Bluetooth®audio device is
paired and connected to the multimedia system.
XPress theÕbutton repeatedly untilBTAudiois shown in thedispl ay.
XPress the :button repeatedly untilthe
menu bar isselected.
XTo start playback: selectMinthe menu bar.
Playback starts.
XTo stop playback: select¯inthe menu bar.
Playback stops.
Audio playback via the AUX jack
XConnect an external device to the AUX jack.
XPress the Õbutton repeatedly untilthe
displ ay shows Aux.
The multimedia system plays the external
device and produces sound through the loud-
speakers again.
Telephone mode
"999" or "112" emergency call
Making emergency calls without entering a PIN
is only possible using the mob ilephone.
The 999 or112 emergency call number isa
public service. Any misuse ispunishable by law.
Making a call
XPress the%button.
XEnter the desired phone number using the
xtos number keys and the lbut-
ton.
XTo delete individual digits: press theí
button.
XTo delete the entire numerical sequence:
press and hold the íbutton until the
entire numerical sequence isdeleted.
XTo make a call: press the6button.
This initiates dialing.
XTo cancel dialing: press the~button
when dialing.
Navigation system
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you operate information systems and com-
munication equipment integrated in the veh i-
cle while driving, you will be distracted from
traffic conditions. You could also lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only operate the equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that this
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
to traff icconditions and operate the equip-
ment when the vehicle isstationary.
Observe the legal requirements for the country
you are in.
The multimedia system calculates the route to
the destination without taking account of the
following, for example:
Rtraff iclights
Rstop and giveway signs
Rparking or stopping restrictions
Rroad narrowing
Rother road and traffic rules and regulations
The multimedia system may provide incorrect
navigation announcements if the surroundings
do not correspond to the data on the digital
map. For example, a route may have been diver-
ted or the direction of a one-way street may have
changed.
For this reason, you must always observe road
and traffic rules and regulations during your
jo urney. Road and traffic rules and regulations
always have priority over the system's driving
recommendations.
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Cigarette lighter in the front compart-
ment
XTo use the cigarette lighter:turn the key to
position 1in the ignition lock (Ypage 123).
XPress in cigarette lighter :.
The cigarette lighter will pop out automati-
cally when the heating element is red-hot.
XPull the cigarette lighter out of the socket by
its handle.
The cigarette lighter socket can be used for
accessories with a maximum power consump-
tion of 180 W (15A).
If you use th esockets to connec taccessories
fo rlon gperiod swhe nth eengin eis switched off,
th estarter battery may discharge. An emer -
gency cut-off ensures that th eon-boar dvoltage
doe sno tdro pto olow. If th eon-boar dvoltage is
to olow, powe rto th esocke tis automatically
cut .Thi sensures that ther eis sufficien tpowe r
to start th eengine.
12 Vsocket
Whe nth eke yis turned to position 1in th eigni-
tion lock, th esockets can be used fo raccesso- rie
swit h a maximum powe rconsumption of
18 0 W (15 A) .
If you use th esockets fo rlon gperiod swhe nth e
engin eis switched off, th estarter battery may
discharge. If th eon-boar dvoltage is to olow, it
might then no longer be possible to start th e
engine.
The socke tin th ecenter console an dth esocke t
in th esid eof th ecargo compartment are no t
automatically deactivated if th eon-boar dvolt -
age is low. The additional sockets in th erear
compartment are automatically deactivated if
th eon-boar dvoltage is low.
Additional 12 Vsockets may be located in th e
corner trim next to th etailgate an din th esid e
trim on th elef tan dright-han dsides.
XLif tup th ecove rof socke t: .
Mobile communications equipment
GWARNING
Operatin gmobile information systems an d
communication devices whil edrivin gwill dis -
tract you from traffic conditions. In addition ,
you could then los econtro lof th evehicle.
There is aris kof an accident.
Only operat ethese devices whe nth evehicle
is stationary.
Observe th elegal requirements fo rth ecountr y
in whic hyou are currently drivin gwhe noperat -
in g mobile communication equipment .
Please remember, anavigation syste mdoe sno t
supply information on th eload-bearin gcapacity
of bridge sor th eoverhead clearance of under -
passes. The drive rremains responsible fo r
safet yat all times.
You an dother scan suffe rhealth-related dam -
age through electromagnetic radiation .By usin g
an exterio rantenna, apossible health ris k
caused by electromagnetic fields ,as discussed
in scientific circles ,is take ninto account. Only
hav eth eexterio rantenn ainstalled by aqualifie d
specialis tworkshop .
Failur eto observe th eMercedes-Ben zinstalla-
tion specification scan result in th einvalidation
of your vehicle' soperatin gpermit .
You will fin d
i
nformation on retrofitting electrical
or electronic equipment under “Vehicle elec -
tronics” (
Ypage 305).
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XAlways transport loads in the cargo compart-
ment and with the seat backrests folded up
and properly locked in position.
XAlways place the load against the backrests ofthe front or rear seats.
XMove large and heavy loads as far towards thefront of the vehicle as possible against the
front or rear seats. Stow the load flush with
the rear or front seats.
XAlways additionally secure the load with suit-
able load-securing aids or tie downs.
Observe the following notes:
RDo not stack loads higher than the upper edge
of the backrests.
RTransport loads behind seats that are not
occupied.
RIf the rear bench seat is not occupied, insert
the seat belts crosswise into the buckle of the
opposite seat belt.
Cargo compartment variations
You can vary the cargo compartment according
to your transportation requirements as follows:
Rby folding the seat backrests forward to the
table position.
Rby removing the rear bench seat.
You will find information about rear bench seats in the "Rear bench seats" section (
Ypage 87).
Securing loads
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you attach the tie-down incorrectly when
securing the load, the following may occur in
the event of abrupt changes in direction, brak- ing maneuvers or an accident:
Rthe cargo tie-down rings may become
detached or the tie-down may tear if the
permissible load is exceeded
Rthe load may not be restrained.
This may cause the load to slip, tip over or be
tossed about, striking vehicle occupants.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always tension the tie-downs in the proper
manner and only between the described
cargo tie-down rings. Always use tie-downs
designed specifically for the loads.
!Observe the information on the maximum
loading capacity of the individual cargo tie-
down points.
If you use several cargo tie-down points to
secure a load, you must always take the max-
imum loading capacity of the weakest cargo
tie-down point into account.
If you brake hard, for example, the forces act- ing could be up to several times the weight
force of the load. Always use multiple cargo
tie-down points in order to distribute the force
absorption. Load the anchorages evenly.
Spread the load evenly across the cargo tie-
down points/cargo tie-down rings. You will find information on the maximum loading capacity of
the cargo tie-down points under "Cargo tie-
down points and carrier systems" (
Ypage 314).
Do not attempt to modify or repair the cargo tie-
down points/cargo tie-down rings or tie downs.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops: (
Ypage 31).
As the driver, you are responsible for ensuring
that:
RThe load is secured against slipping, tipping,
rolling or falling off in normal traffic condi-
tions, should the vehicle swerve to avoid an
obstacle, in the event of full brake application
and on poor road surfaces.
RThe applicable requirements and guidelines
relating to load-securing practices must be
met.
If this is not the case, this may constitute a
punishable offense, depending on local legis-
lation and any ensuing consequences.
Always observe the legal requirements for the country you are currently in.
Make sure that the load is secure before every
journey and at regular intervals during a long
journey. Correct an incorrectly or inadequately
secured load if necessary.
Always observe the operating instructions or the
notes of the lashing strap manufacturer for the
operation of the lashing strap.
You can obtain information about securing the
load correctly from the manufacturer of the load
securing aids or tie down for securing the load.
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Transporting loads

XOpen the hood (Ypage 253).
XPull out oil dipstick:.
XWipe oil dipstick:using a lint-free cloth.
XInsert oil dipstick :back into the guide tube
as far as it will go and remove it again.
If the level is between MIN mark =and MAX
mark ;, the oil level is adequate.
XIf the oil level has dropped to or below mini-
mum mark =, open cap ?and add engine oil
(
Ypage 255).
The difference in quantity between marks ;
and =is approximately 2 US quarts (2 liters).
XClose the hood.
Add engine oil
GWARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
GWARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the
following.
GWARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that engine oil is not spilled next to
the filler neck. Let the engine cool down and
thoroughly clean the engine oil off the com-
ponents before starting the engine.
HEnvironmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful to
the environment.
!Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the engine
or to the catalytic converter. Have excess
engine oil siphoned off.
!Do not use any additives in the engine oil.
This could damage the engine.
Engine oil filler neck (example)
Observe the information regarding approved
motor oil under "Service products and capaci-
ties" (
Ypage 309).
XOpen the hood (Ypage 253).
XUnscrew and remove cap :.
XAdd engine oil.
XReplace cap:on the filler neck and tighten.
When doing so, make sure that the cap
engages correctly.
XCheck the oil level with the oil dipstick
(Ypage 254).
XClose the hood.
Coolant
GWARNING
Service products may be poisonous and haz-
ardous to health. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with instructions on the use, storage
and disposal of service products on the labels
of the respective original containers. Always
store service products sealed in their original
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Adding coolant
XIfthe coolant drops under marker bar=in
the filler neck, add coolant.
Observe the information on the correct cool-
ant mixture rat ioand the required water qual-
ity under "Service products and capacities"
(
Ypage 311). To prevent damage to the
engine co oling system, use only appr oved
corrosion inh ibitor/antifreeze that co mplies
wit h the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for
Service Products.
XReplac e cap:and tighten ina clock wise
dire ction.
XStart the engine.
XSet the temperature inthe veh icleinterior to
the maximum output on the air-conditioning
system control panel.
XAfter approximate lyfive minutes, switch off
the engine again and allow itto cool down.
XCheck the coolant level again and add coolant
ifnecessary.
XClose the hood.
Brake fluid
GWAR NING
Service products may be poisonous and haz-
ardous to health. There isa risk of injury.
Comp ly with instructions on the use, storage
and dispo sal of service products on the labels
of the respective original containers. Always
store service products sealed intheir original
containers. Always keep service products out
of the reach of ch ildren.
GWAR NING
Opening the hood when the engine isover-
heated or when there isa fire inthe engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There isa risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool downbefore
opening the hood. Ifthere isa fire inthe
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
GWARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool downand
touch only the components describe d in the
foll owin g.
Brake fluid is hazardous to health. Also observe the safety notes under "Service products and
capacities" (
Ypage 306).
GWARNING
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. Ifthe boilin g point of the brake
fluid is too low,vapor pockets may form in the
brake system when the brakes are applied
hard. This would impair braking efficiency.
There is a risk of an accident.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at
the specified intervals.
!If the brake fluid level in the brake fluid res-
ervoir has fallen to the MIN mark or below,
check the brake system immediately for
leaks. Also check the thickness of the brake
linings. Visit a qualified specialist workshop
immediately.
Do not add brake fluid. This does not correct
the malfunction.
!Brake fluid corrodes paint, plastic and rub-
ber. Ifpaint, plastic or rubber has come into
contact with brake fluid, rinse with water
immediately.
Have the brake fluid renewed every two years at a qualified specialist workshop. Observe the
information regarding brake fluid in the "Service
products and capacities" section (
Ypage 311).
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