22Keys, doors and windowsBasic settingsSome settings can be changed in the
Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 106.
Radio remote control battery
replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Extend the key and open the unit
sideways. Replace the battery
(battery type CR 2032), paying
attention to the installation position.
Close the unit and synchronise.
Memorised settings
Whenever the key is removed from
the ignition switch, the following
settings are automatically memorised by the key:
● lighting
● electronic climate control
● presets for Infotainment system
● central locking system
● comfort settings
The saved settings are automatically
used the next time the memorised key
is inserted into the ignition switch and
turned to position 1 3 135.
A precondition is that Personalization
by driver is activated in the personal
settings of the Info-Display. This must
be set for each key used.
Vehicle personalisation 3 106.
Central locking system Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap.
From inside the vehicle with the doors locked, pull an interior door handle to
unlock the respective door.
Notice
In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.
190Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................191
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 191
Vehicle storage ........................191
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....192
Vehicle checks ........................... 192
Performing work ......................192
Bonnet ..................................... 192
Engine oil ................................. 193
Engine coolant ......................... 194
Washer fluid ............................ 196
Brakes ..................................... 196
Brake fluid ............................... 196
Vehicle battery ......................... 196
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....198
Wiper blade replacement ........198
Bulb replacement .......................199
Halogen headlights ..................199
Xenon headlights .....................201
Fog lights ................................. 202
Front turn signal lights .............203
Tail lights ................................. 203
Side turn signal lights ..............205
Centre high-mounted brake light ......................................... 206Number plate light...................206
Interior lights ............................ 206
Instrument panel illumination ...206
Electrical system ........................207
Fuses ....................................... 207
Engine compartment fuse box . 208
Instrument panel fuse box .......210
Vehicle tools .............................. 212
Tools ........................................ 212
Wheels and tyres .......................213
Winter tyres ............................. 213
Tyre designations ....................213
Tyre pressure .......................... 213
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 215
Tread depth ............................. 219
Changing tyre and wheel size . 219
Wheel covers ........................... 220
Tyre chains .............................. 220
Tyre repair kit .......................... 220
Wheel changing .......................225
Spare wheel ............................ 228
Jump starting ............................. 230
Towing ....................................... 231
Towing the vehicle ...................231
Towing another vehicle ...........232Appearance care .......................233
Exterior care ............................ 233
Interior care ............................. 236
198Vehicle careMeaning of symbols:● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.
● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or
injury.
● Keep the vehicle battery out of the reach of children.
● The vehicle battery contains sulfuric acid which could cause
blindness or serious burn
injuries.
● See the Owner's manual for further information.
● Explosive gas may be present in the vicinity of the battery.
Diesel fuel system bleeding
If the tank has been run dry, the diesel fuel system must be bled. Switch on
the ignition three times for
15 seconds at a time. Then crank the
engine for a maximum of
40 seconds. Repeat this process after no less than five seconds. If the
engine fails to start, seek the
assistance of a workshop.Wiper blade replacement
Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the
raised position. Press the catches on
both sides, tilt wiper blade at a 90°
angle to the wiper arm and remove
upwards.
Insert in reverse order.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
Wiper blade on the rear window
Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as shown in illustration and remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.
264IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 191
Adjustable air vents ...................132
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........91
Airbag deactivation ................48, 92
Airbag label................................... 43 Airbag system .............................. 43
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 133
Air conditioning system .............. 125
Air intake .................................... 132
Air vents...................................... 132
Antilock brake system ................ 150
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......93
Anti-theft alarm system ................27
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Appearance care ........................233
Ashtrays ....................................... 82
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............115
Automatic locking ........................24
Automatic transmission .............142
Autostop ............................... 96, 137
B Battery discharge protection ......123
Battery voltage ........................... 105
Belts.............................................. 40
Bicycle rack .................................. 58Bonnet ....................................... 192
Brake and clutch fluid .................238
Brake and clutch system .............93
Brake assist ............................... 151
Brake fluid .................................. 196
Brakes ............................... 150, 196
Breakdown.................................. 231
Bulb replacement ....................... 199
C Capacities .................................. 253
Car Pass ...................................... 21
Catalytic converter .....................142
Central locking system ................22
Centre high-mounted brake light 206
Changing tyre and wheel size ...219
Charging system .......................... 92
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 53
Child restraints.............................. 49
Child restraint systems ................49
Cigarette lighter ........................... 82
City mode ................................... 154
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............124
Clock ............................................ 79
Code ........................................... 103
Collision damage repair ..............259
Colour-Info-Display .....................101
268Upholstery.................................. 236
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 196
Vehicle checks............................ 192 Vehicle data ................................ 243
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 262
Vehicle detected ahead ................96
Vehicle dimensions .................... 252
Vehicle Identification Number ....241
Vehicle jack ................................ 212
Vehicle messages .....................103
Vehicle personalisation .............106
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 191
Vehicle tools ............................... 212
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 250
Ventilation ................................... 124
W
Warning chimes .........................105
Warning lights ............................... 83
Warning triangle .......................... 71
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 196
Wheel changing .........................225
Wheel covers ............................. 220Wheels and tyres .......................213
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30 Windscreen wiper/washer ...........76
Winter tyres ............................... 213
Wiper blade replacement ..........198
X Xenon headlights .......................201
Xenon lighting system ................117