In brief19Parking9Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply parking brake without pressing release
button. Apply as firmly as
possible on a downhill slope or
uphill slope. Depress brake
pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear before switching off
the ignition. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear
before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towardsthe kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Turn the ignition key to position
0 and remove it from the
ignition switch. Turn the
steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
● Lock the vehicle with e on the
remote control.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 143.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx.30 seconds before switching off, in
order to protect the turbocharger.
Keys, locks 3 20.
Laying the vehicle up for a long period
of time 3 142.
Storage69● The load must not obstruct theoperation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector lever, or
hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment.9Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or vehicle.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 181) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
● Driving with a roof load increases
the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a
detrimental effect on vehicle
handling due to the vehicle's
higher centre of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure
and vehicle speed according to
the load conditions. Check and
retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than
120 km/h.
The permissible roof load (which
includes the weight of the roof
rack) is 100 kg. The roof load is
the combined weight of the roof
rack and the load.
70Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 71
Steering wheel adjustment ........71
Steering wheel controls .............71
Horn ........................................... 71
Windscreen wiper/washer .........72
Rear window wiper/washer .......72
Headlamp washer .....................73
Outside temperature ..................73
Clock ......................................... 73
Power outlets ............................. 75
Cigarette lighter ......................... 76
Ashtrays .................................... 76
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 77
Instrument cluster ......................77
Speedometer ............................. 77
Odometer .................................. 77
Trip odometer ............................ 77
Tachometer ............................... 77
Fuel gauge ................................ 78
Fuel selector .............................. 78
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 79
Service display .......................... 79Transmission display .................80
Control indicators ......................80
Generic warning ........................82
Turn signal ................................. 83
Seat belt reminder .....................83
Airbag and belt tensioners .........83
Airbag deactivation ....................84
Charging system .......................84
Malfunction indicator light ..........84
Brake system ............................. 85
Brake pad wear ......................... 85
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....85
Transmission ............................. 85
Gear shifting .............................. 86
Hill start assist ........................... 86
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........86
Electronic Stability Control ........86
Engine coolant temperature ......87
Preheating ................................. 87
Diesel particle filter ....................87
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 88
Engine oil pressure ....................88
Change engine oil .....................89
Low engine oil level ...................89
Low fuel ..................................... 89
Drain fuel filter ........................... 90
Immobiliser ................................ 90
Stop-start system ......................90
Exterior light .............................. 90High beam................................. 90
Fog light ..................................... 91
Rear fog light ............................. 91
Cruise control ............................ 91
Door open .................................. 91
Information displays .....................91
Driver Information Centre ..........91
Vehicle messages ........................96
Warning chimes .........................96
Fuel system messages ..............97
Trip computer ............................... 97
82Instruments and controlsControl indicator in the roof
console
Airbag deactivation 3 53, 3 84.
Overview
9Generic warning 3 82OTurn signal 3 83XSeat belt reminder 3 83vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 83*Airbag deactivation 3 84pCharging system 3 84ZMalfunction indicator light
3 84RBrake system 3 85FBrake pad wear 3 85uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 85sTransmission 3 85[ ÒGear shifting 3 86ZHill start assist 3 86rUltrasonic parking assist
3 86RElectronic Stability Control
3 86$Engine coolant temperature
3 87!Preheating 3 87%Diesel particle filter 3 87wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 88IEngine oil pressure 3 88,
Change engine oil 3 89SLow engine oil level 3 89$Low fuel 3 89UDrain fuel filter 3 90dImmobiliser 3 90ÆStop-start system 3 908Exterior light 3 90µExterior light failure 3 90CHigh beam 3 90>Fog light 3 91øRear fog light 3 91mCruise control 3 91(Door open 3 91
Generic warning
9 illuminates yellow.
Depending on model variant, control
indicator 9 may illuminate
independently or in conjunction with
Æ 3 90, t 3 90, Z 3 86 or r
3 86.
Instruments and controls85Flashes 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.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 91.
Brake system
R illuminates red.
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the parking brake is
applied 3 128. A warning chime will
sound if a certain speed is exceeded
with the parking brake applied.
Illuminates when the parking brake is
released if the brake fluid level is too
low 3 146.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Illuminates if the brake vacuum servo
fails; the brake pedal becomes stiff
when pressed. The brake system
remains operational however,
assistance will be reduced. The
steering may also require
considerably more effort when
turning.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Brake fluid level insuff. , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information Centre 3 91.
Brake pad wear
F illuminates yellow.
The front brake pads are worn, seek
the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message, e.g. Check brake pads , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 91.Antilock brake system
(ABS)
u illuminates yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the
ignition is switched on. The system is ready for operation when the controlindicator extinguishes.
If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it
illuminates while driving, there is a
fault in the ABS. The brake system
remains operational but without ABS
regulation.
If u illuminates together with R,
there is a fault in the braking system. Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. ABS unavailable , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 91. Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately.
Antilock brake system 3 127.
Transmission
s illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
96Instruments and controlsPassenger bag or Passenger airbag
(Passenger front and side airbags
activation/deactivation)
Activate the front passenger airbags
if an adult is occupying the front
passenger seat. Deactivate airbags
when a child restraint system is
installed on this seat.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system on a seat
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person on a seat with deactivated
front passenger airbag.
After accessing this menu option,
activate or deactivate the airbags
( Bag Pass On or Bag Pass Off ) and
confirm; a confirmation message
appears in the display. Select YES (to
confirm changes) or No (to cancel
changes).
Airbag deactivation 3 53.
Day lights or Daytime running lights
Activate the daytime running lights to
increase visibility of the vehicle during
daylight (set to On). Deactivate when
not required (set to Off).
Daytime running lights 3 101.
Exit Menu
Select this menu option to exit the
settings menu.Vehicle messages
Warning chimesOnly one warning chime will sound at
a time.
The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.
When starting the engine or whilst driving
● If seat belt is not fastened.
● If a certain speed is exceeded with the parking brake applied.
● If the parking assist detects an object.
● If a fault is detected in the parking
assist.
● If a door, the bonnet or the tailgate is not fully closed when
starting-off.
● If the vehicle speed briefly exceeds a set limit.
● If the stop-start system cannot restart the engine automatically.
114Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 114
Control of the vehicle ...............114
Steering ................................... 115
Starting and operating ...............115
New vehicle running-in ............115
Ignition switch positions ...........115
Starting the engine ..................116
Vehicle shutdown ....................116
Overrun cut-off ........................ 117
Stop-start system ....................117
Parking .................................... 120
Engine exhaust .......................... 121
Diesel particle filter ..................121
Catalytic converter ...................121
Manual transmission ..................122
Manual transmission automa‐ ted .............................................. 123
Transmission display ...............123
Starting the engine ..................123
Selector lever .......................... 123
Manual mode ........................... 125
Electronic driving programmes 125
Fault ........................................ 126Brakes........................................ 127
Antilock brake system .............127
Parking brake .......................... 128
Brake assist ............................. 128
Hill start assist ......................... 128
Ride control systems .................129
Traction Control system ..........129
Electronic Stability Control ......130
Driver assistance systems .........131
Cruise control .......................... 131
Parking assist .......................... 132
Fuel ............................................ 135
Fuel for petrol engines .............135
Fuel for diesel engines ............135
Fuel for natural gas operation . 136
Refuelling ................................ 136
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 138
Trailer hitch ................................ 139
General information .................139
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 139
Trailer towing ........................... 139Driving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running (except during Autostop)
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,
but there may be a controlled
reduction in power steering assist and
vehicle speed is reduced.
Stop-start system 3 117.
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.
Driving downhill
Engage a gear when driving downhill to ensure that sufficient brake
pressure is available.
120Driving and operatingParking9Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply parking brake without pressing release
button. Apply as firmly as
possible on a downhill slope or
uphill slope. Depress brake
pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear before switching off
the ignition. On an uphill slope,
turn the front wheels away from
the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear
before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towardsthe kerb.
● Close the windows.
● Turn the ignition key to position
0 and remove it from the
ignition switch. Turn the
steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.
● Lock the vehicle 3 24.
● Activate the anti-theft locking system 3 29.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 143.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Note
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment, the engine is
switched off automatically if the
vehicle comes to a standstill within a
certain time.