130Climate controlNotice
Refrigerant R-134a may contain
fluorinated greenhouse gases with a global warming potential of 1430.
Front air conditioning system is filled
with 0.58 kg and has a CO 2
equivalent of 0.83 tonnes, the front
and rear air conditioning system in Combi variants is filled with 1.1 kg
and has a CO 2 equivalent of
1.57 tonnes and the front and rear air
conditioning system in Bus variants
is filled with 1.7 kg and has a CO 2
equivalent of 2.43 tonnes.
Depending on vehicle, information
regarding air conditioning refrigerant
appears on a label located in the
engine compartment.
132Driving and operatingDriving hints
Driving economically
ECO mode
ECO mode is a function that
optimises fuel consumption. It affects engine power and torque,
acceleration, gear shift indication,
heating, air conditioning and electrical consumers.
ActivationPress ECO. Control indicator
illuminates when activated and a corresponding message appears in
the Driver Information Centre 3 101.
During driving, it is possible to
temporarily disable ECO mode, e.g.
to increase engine performance, by
depressing the accelerator pedal
firmly.
ECO mode is reactivated when
pressure is reduced on the
accelerator pedal.
Deactivation
Press ECO again. Control indicator
extinguishes.
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 3 135.
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.
Steering If 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.
Driving and operating137Conditions for an Autostop
The stop-start system checks if each
of the following conditions is fulfilled,
otherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited and control indicator \ will
illuminate in the instrument cluster.
● the stop-start system is not manually deactivated
● the bonnet is fully closed
● the vehicle battery is sufficiently charged and in good condition
● the engine is warmed up
● the engine coolant temperature is
not too high
● the ambient temperature is not too low
● the defrosting function is not activated
● the climate control system does not inhibit an Autostop
● the rear air conditioning system is
not activated
● the brake vacuum is sufficient● the self-cleaning function of the diesel particle filter is not active
3 141
● the vehicle has moved since the last Autostop
Otherwise an Autostop will be
inhibited.
An Autostop may become
unavailable as the ambient
temperature approaches freezing
point.
Certain settings of the climate control
system may also inhibit an Autostop.
See "Climate control" chapter for
further information 3 115.
Immediately after motorway driving
an Autostop may be inhibited.
New vehicle running-in 3 133.
Vehicle battery discharge protection
To ensure reliable engine restarts, several vehicle battery discharge
protection features are implemented
as part of the stop-start system.Restart of the engine by the driverManual transmission
With the selector lever in neutral,
depress the clutch pedal to restart the
engine.
Notice
If any gear is selected, the clutch
pedal must be fully depressed to
restart the engine.
If the engine does not restart first
time, depress clutch pedal fully again.Manual transmission automated
With the selector lever in position N
(or A/M ) and the parking brake
released, release the brake pedal to
restart the engine.
Engaging reverse gear or depressing the accelerator pedal may also restart the engine.
The green control indicator Ï will
extinguish in the instrument cluster
when the engine is restarted. If
certain conditions are not fulfilled, a
restart will not take place; start using
the ignition key.
Starting the engine 3 134.
Vehicle care195SymbolCircuitKWindscreen wipernHeating and ventilation
system / Air conditioningVHeated windscreenQPneumatic suspension
Instrument panel fuse box
Located behind the trim panel on the
left-hand side of the instrument panel. Pull upper part of trim panel to
remove.
Do not store any objects behind this
panel.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.SymbolCircuitZInfotainment system / Seat
heating / Driver Information
Centre / Audio connec‐
tions / Alarm?Power outletÌCigarette lightereInstrument panelUCentral locking0Interior lightsOTurn signals / Rear fog
lights / Body control moduleDIAGDiagnostic connectoruABS / Electronic Stability
ProgramdInterior lights / Brake lightsZBody control moduleSymbolCircuitSTOPBrake lightIBody control module /
Power windows / Heating
and ventilation system / Air
conditioningmLeft heated rear windownRight heated rear windowRWindscreen washerMElectronic immobiliserUHeated seatsFBLCornering lightlHands-free connection&TachographPTOPower take-offjHornÍPreheating / Diesel fuel filterxClimate control fandHeated exterior mirrors
252IndexAAbsorptive Glass Mat battery .....180
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 174
Adaptive forward lighting ...110, 187
AdBlue .......................... 98, 142, 220
AdBlue gauge ............................... 90
AdBlue tank ................................ 243
Adjustable air vents ...................128
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........95
Airbag deactivation ................59, 95
Airbag label................................... 55 Airbag system .............................. 55
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 129
Air conditioning system .............. 116
Air intake .................................... 129
Air suspension ........................... 139
Air suspension system................ 214
Air vents...................................... 128
Antifreeze ................................... 178
Antilock brake system ................ 153
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......97
Anti-theft alarm system ................32
Anti-theft bolts............................. 207
Anti-theft locking system .............. 32
Anti-theft security lock ..................21
Appearance care ........................216
Armrest ........................................ 47
Ashtrays ....................................... 88Automatic light control ...............107
Automatic locking ...................22, 26
Autostop ....................... 16, 134, 135
Auxiliary heater ........................... 122
B Battery ........................................ 180
Battery discharge protection ......114
Battery, jump starting.................. 212
Belts.............................................. 51
BlueInjection ............................... 142
Bonnet ....................................... 175
Bottle holders................................ 72
Brake assist ............................... 155
Brake fluid .......................... 180, 220
Brakes ............................... 153, 180
Brake system ............................... 97
Breakdown.................................. 214
Bulb replacement ....................... 184
Bus Rear seats ................................. 48
C Cabin bulkhead grille ....................78
Capacities .................................. 243
Cargo management system ........75
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................141
Central locking system ................22
Centre high-mounted brake light 190
Changing tyre and wheel size ...203
255Lighting features.........................114
Light switch ................................ 107
Limited-slip rear axle ..................158
Load compartment .................22, 74
Load compartment fuse box ......196
Load compartment grille ...............78
Load compartment lighting .........112
Loading information .....................80
Low fuel ....................................... 99
Luggage floor net .........................74
M
Malfunction indicator light ............96
Manual adjustment ......................34
Manual anti-dazzle ......................36
Manual door locks ........................21
Manual mode ............................. 151
Manual transmission............. 16, 149
Manual transmission automated ......................... 16, 149
Manual windows ..........................37
Messages ................................... 102
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Mirrors .................................... 34, 36
Misted light covers .....................111
N New vehicle running-in ..............133
Number plate light .....................191O
Object detection systems ...........162
Odometer ..................................... 89
Oil ............................................... 176
Oil, engine .......................... 220, 224
Oil level ......................................... 91
Oil pressure .................................. 99
Outside temperature ....................85
Overcab storage ..........................74
Overhead console .......................73
Overrun cut-off ........................... 135
P Parking ................................ 18, 138
Parking assist ............................ 162
Parking brake ............................ 154
Parking ticket holder .....................39
Particulate filter ........................... 141
Pedals......................................... 132
Performing work ........................175
Pollen filter ................................. 129
Power door locks ..........................25
Power outlets ............................... 86
Power side step ............................ 27
Power sliding door ........................27
Power steering fluid ....................178
Power take-off ............................ 171
Power windows ............................ 37
Preheating ........................... 98, 134
Puncture ............................. 204, 207R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 251
Radio remote control ...................20
Rain sensor .................................. 84
REACH ....................................... 250
Reading lights ............................ 113
Rear air conditioning system .....121
Rear bench seat storage ..............73
Rear courtesy light...................... 112
Rear doors ................................... 30
Rear fog light ............................. 100
Rear fog lights ....................107, 111
Rear heating system .................. 119
Rear reading light .......................113
Rear reversing lens ......................38
Rear seats ................................... 48
Bus ............................................ 48
Installing .................................... 48
Rear seat access ......................48
Removing .................................. 48
Rear storage ................................. 74
Rear view camera ...................... 164
Rear windows .............................. 38
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 220, 224
Refuelling ................................... 168
Registered trademarks ...............250
Remote control ............................. 20
Retractable parking brake ..........154