16In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait three seconds after depressing
the clutch pedal, pull up the collar on
the selector lever and engage the
gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 121.
Manual transmission automatedN:neutral positiono:drive position+:higher gear-:lower gearA/M:switch between automatic and
manual modeR:reverse gear (with selector
lever lock)
Manual transmission automated
3 122.
Starting off
Check before starting-off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 160, 3 191.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 143.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 29, 3 35,
3 45.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
Instruments and controls69Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 70
Steering wheel adjustment ........70
Steering wheel controls .............70
Horn ........................................... 70
Windscreen wiper/washer .........71
Rear window wiper/washer .......71
Headlamp washer .....................72
Outside temperature ..................72
Clock ......................................... 72
Power outlets ............................. 74
Cigarette lighter ......................... 75
Ashtrays .................................... 75
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 76
Instrument cluster ......................76
Speedometer ............................. 76
Odometer .................................. 76
Trip odometer ............................ 76
Tachometer ............................... 76
Fuel gauge ................................ 77
Fuel selector .............................. 77
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 78
Service display .......................... 78Transmission display .................79
Control indicators ......................79
Generic warning ........................81
Turn signal ................................. 82
Seat belt reminder .....................82
Airbag and belt tensioners .........82
Airbag deactivation ....................83
Charging system .......................83
Malfunction indicator light ..........83
Brake system ............................. 84
Brake pad wear ......................... 84
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....84
Transmission ............................. 84
Gear shifting .............................. 85
Hill start assist ........................... 85
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........85
Electronic Stability Control ........85
Engine coolant temperature ......86
Preheating ................................. 86
Diesel particle filter ....................86
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 87
Engine oil pressure ....................87
Change engine oil .....................88
Low engine oil level ...................88
Low fuel ..................................... 88
Drain fuel filter ........................... 89
Immobiliser ................................ 89
Stop-start system ......................89
Exterior light .............................. 89High beam................................. 89
Fog light ..................................... 90
Rear fog light ............................. 90
Cruise control ............................ 90
Door open .................................. 90
Information displays .....................90
Driver Information Centre ..........90
Vehicle messages ........................95
Warning chimes .........................95
Fuel system messages ..............96
Trip computer ............................... 96
Instruments and controls81Control indicator in the roof
console
Airbag deactivation 3 52, 3 83.
Overview
9Generic warning 3 81OTurn signal 3 82XSeat belt reminder 3 82vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 82*Airbag deactivation 3 83pCharging system 3 83ZMalfunction indicator light
3 83RBrake system 3 84FBrake pad wear 3 84uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 84sTransmission 3 84[ ÒGear shifting 3 85ZHill start assist 3 85rUltrasonic parking assist
3 85RElectronic Stability Control
3 85$Engine coolant temperature
3 86!Preheating 3 86%Diesel particle filter 3 86wTyre pressure monitoring
system 3 87IEngine oil pressure 3 87,
Change engine oil 3 88SLow engine oil level 3 88$Low fuel 3 88UDrain fuel filter 3 89dImmobiliser 3 89ÆStop-start system 3 898Exterior light 3 89µExterior light failure 3 89CHigh beam 3 89>Fog light 3 90øRear fog light 3 90mCruise control 3 90(Door open 3 90
Generic warning
9 illuminates yellow.
Depending on model variant, control
indicator 9 may illuminate
independently or in conjunction with
Æ 3 89, t 3 89, Z 3 85 or r
3 85.
Instruments and controls87extinguishes. Depending on version,
a warning message may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
If possible, do not allow engine speed
to drop below 2000 rpm during the
cleaning process.
Control indicator % illuminates when
diesel particle filter is full. Start cleaning process as soon as possible
to avoid damage to the engine.
Diesel particle filter 3 120.
Stop-start system 3 116.
Tyre pressure monitoring
system
w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
and check tyre pressure.
Control indicator w illuminates
together with a warning chime and, in
vehicles with Multifunction version of
the Driver Information Centre 3 90,a corresponding message also
appears when a puncture or severely under-inflated tyre is detected.
Flashes
Fault in system. After several
seconds w illuminates continuously.
Consult a workshop.
Depending on version, a
corresponding message also
appears in the Driver Information
Centre when a tyre without a pressure
sensor is mounted (e.g. spare wheel).
Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 161.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre 3 90.Caution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear (or move selector lever to N).
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
88Instruments and controls9Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove ignition key until
vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steering wheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 143.
Change engine oil Diesel engines with diesel particle
filter
I flashes red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
The engine oil life monitor lets you know when to change the oil. Control
indicator I will flash to indicate that
engine oil life has been diminished
and the oil needs changing.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Change engine oil , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which an oil change will be
indicated can vary considerably.
Depending on model variant, I may
flash in the following ways:
● for one minute every two hours, or
● for three minute cycles with I off
for intervals of five seconds
The warning will be repeated every
time the engine is started, until the
engine oil is changed and the service display is reset. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
Service display 3 78.
Low engine oil level
S illuminates red.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.If the control indicator does not
extinguish after a few seconds, or if it illuminates while driving, the engine
oil level is insufficient.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Check engine oil level , may also
be displayed in the Driver Information
Centre 3 90.
Check oil level before seeking the assistance of a workshop 3 143.
Low fuel $ illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on.
Illuminates
Level in fuel tank is too low. Refuel
immediately 3 135.
Never run the tank dry.
Depending on version, a
corresponding warning message,
e.g. Warning low fuel , may also be
displayed in the Driver Information Centre 3 90.
Catalytic converter 3 120.
114Driving and operatingSteeringIf 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.Caution
Never leave the steering wheel on
full lock when the vehicle is
stationary, as this may damage
the power steering pump.
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.
Additionally, the cleaning process of
the diesel particle filter may take
place more often.
Diesel particle filter 3 120.
Autostop may be inhibited to allow for
charging of the vehicle battery.
Stop-start system 3 116.
Ignition switch positions Turn key:0:ignition off:
Some functions remain active
until key is removed or driver's
door is opened, provided the
ignition was on previously1:ignition on, steering wheel lock
released.
Control indicators illuminate and
most electrical functions are
operable.
Diesel engine is preheating.2:engine start: Release key after
starting procedure begins
Driving and operating115Steering wheel lockRemove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.
Starting the engine
Turn key to position 1 and move the
steering wheel slightly to release the
steering wheel lock.
Manual transmission: operate clutch
and brake pedal.
Manual transmission automated:
operate brake pedal, the transmission
automatically shifts to N (neutral).
Do not operate the accelerator pedal.
Diesel engine: turn key to position 1
for preheating until control
indicator ! extinguishes.
Turn key briefly to position 2 and
release.
Before restarting or to switch off the
engine, turn key back to position 0.
Autostop During an Autostop, the engine is
restarted automatically by depressing
the clutch pedal.
Vehicles with manual transmission
automated (MTA): Shift to a forward
gear, release brake pedal or move
lever to +, – or R to enable an
automatic restart.
Stop-start system 3 116.Starting the vehicle at low
temperatures
The start of the engine without
additional heaters is possible down to -25 °С for diesel engines and -30 °C
for petrol engines. Required is an engine oil with the correct viscosity,
the correct fuel, performed services
and a sufficiently charged vehicle
battery.
Turbo engine warm-up Upon start-up, engine available
torque may be limited for a short time, especially when the engine
temperature is cold. The limitation is
to allow the lubrication system to fully
protect the engine.
Vehicle shutdown
Fuel cut-off system In the event of a collision of a certain
severity, the fuel system is cut-off and
the engine is switched off
automatically, for safety reasons.
134Driving and operatingFuel
Fuel for petrol engines Only use unleaded fuel that complies
with European standard EN 228 or equivalent.
The engine is capable of running with fuel that contains up to 10% ethanol
(e.g. named E10).
Use fuel with the recommended
octane rating. A lower octane rating
can reduce engine power and torque
and slightly increases fuel
consumption.Caution
Do not use fuel or fuel additives
that contain metallic compounds
such as manganese-based
additives. This may cause engine
damage.
Caution
Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 228 or equivalent can lead todeposits or engine damage.
Caution
Use of fuel with a lower octane
rating than the lowest possible
rating could lead to uncontrolled combustion and engine damage.
The engine-specific requirements
regarding octane rating are given in
the engine data overview 3 183. A
country-specific label at the fuel filler
flap can supersede the requirement.
Fuel for diesel engines Only use diesel fuel that complies
with EN 590 and which has a sulphur
concentration of max. 10 ppm.
Fuels with a biodiesel (compliant with
EN 14214) content of max. 7% by
volume may be used (e.g. named
B7).
If travelling in countries outside the
European Union occasional use of Euro-Diesel fuel with a sulphur
concentration below 50 ppm is
possible.Caution
Frequent usage of diesel fuel containing more than 15 ppm
sulphur will cause severe engine
damage.
Caution
Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 590 or similar can lead to
engine powerloss, increased wear
or engine damage and may affect
your warranty.
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating
oils, Aquazole and similar diesel-
water emulsions. Diesel fuels must
not be diluted with fuels for petrol
engines.