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Driving and operating175event, No Traffic Sign Detection
due to Weather is indicated in the
Driver Information Centre.
● Traffic signs are incorrectly mounted or damaged.
● Traffic signs do not comply with the Vienna Convention on traffic
signs (Wiener Übereinkommen
über Straßenverkehrszeichen).Caution
The system is intended to help the driver within a defined speed
range to discern certain traffic
signs. Do not ignore traffic signs
which are not displayed by the
system.
The system does not discern any other than the conventional traffic
signs that might give or end a
speed limit.
Do not let this special feature
tempt you into taking risks when
driving.
Always adapt speed to the road
conditions.
The driver assistance systems do not relieve the driver from full
responsibility for vehicle
operation.
Lane departure warning
The lane departure warning system
observes the lane markings between
which the vehicle is driving via a front camera. The system detects lane
changes and warns the driver in the
event of an unintended lane change
via visual and acoustic signals.
Criteria for the detection of an
unintended lane change are:
● no operation of turn signals
● no brake pedal operation
● no active accelerator operation or
speeding-up
● no active steering
If the driver is performing these
actions, no warning will be issued.
Activation
The lane departure warning system is activated by pressing ). The
illuminated LED in the button
indicates that the system is switched
on. When the control indicator ) in
the instrument cluster illuminates
green, the system is ready to operate.
The system is only operable at
vehicle speeds above 35 mph and if
lane markings are available.
When the system recognises an
unintended lane change, the control
indicator ) changes to yellow and
flashes. Simultaneously a chime
sound is activated.
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Vehicle care205No.Circuit51–52Auxiliary heater, diesel engine53Transmission control module,
Engine control module54Vacuum pump, instrument
panel cluster, heating ventila‐
tion, air conditioning system
After having changed defective fuses,
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunctions may occur.
Instrument panel fuse box
In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse
box is behind the storage
compartment in the instrument panel.
Open the compartment and push it to the left to unlock. Fold the
compartment down and remove it.
In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse
box is located behind a cover in the
glovebox. Open the glovebox, then
open the cover and fold it down.
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230Vehicle carePaintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage with
a touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
After 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 the 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 aweak 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.
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260Hazard warning flashers ............117
Headlight flash ........................... 113
Headlight range adjustment ......113
Headlights................................... 110
Headlights when driving abroad 113
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 45
Heated mirrors ............................. 30
Heated rear window ..................... 34
Heated steering wheel .................77
Heating ........................................ 53
Heating and ventilation system . 123
High beam ........................... 92, 112
High beam assist ..................92, 112
Hill start assist ........................... 151
Horn ....................................... 13, 78
I
Identification plate .....................235
Ignition switch positions .............135
Immobiliser ............................ 28, 92
Indicators ...................................... 83
Information displays...................... 93
Instrument cluster ........................83
Instrument panel fuse box .........205
Instrument panel illumination .....202
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 119
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interactive driving system ...........153Interior care ............................... 230
Interior lighting ............................ 119
Interior lights ...................... 120, 202
Interior mirrors .............................. 30
Interruption of power supply ......147
Introduction .................................... 3
J Jump starting ............................. 224
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lane departure warning .......90, 175
Lashing eyes ............................... 74
Light switch ................................ 110
Load compartment ................24, 71
Load compartment fuse box ......206
Loading information .....................75
Low fuel ....................................... 92
M Malfunction indicator light ............88
Manual anti-dazzle ......................30
Manual mode ............................. 146
Manual seat adjustment ...............48
Manual transmission .................. 148
Memorised settings ......................21Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................119
N
New vehicle running-in ..............135
Number plate light .....................201
O Object detection systems ...........161
Odometer ..................................... 83
Oil, engine .......................... 232, 237
OnStar ........................................ 105
Operate pedal ............................... 88
Outside temperature ....................79
Overrun cut-off ........................... 136
P Parking ................................ 17, 138
Parking assist ............................ 161
Parking brake ............................ 149
Parking lights ............................. 119
Particulate filter ........................... 140
Performance .............................. 241
Performing work ........................188
Pollen filter ................................. 131
Power outlets ............................... 81
Power seat adjustment ................51
Power steering.............................. 90
Power windows ............................ 31
Preheating ................................... 90
Puncture ..................................... 218