230Driving and operatingSelecting the alert sensitivity
The alert sensitivity can be set to
near, medium or far.
Press E; the current setting is shown
in the Driver Information Centre.
Press E again to change the alert
sensitivity. The setting is also displayed in the top line of the Driver
Information Centre.
Note that the alert timing sensitivity
setting is shared with the following
distance setting of the adaptive cruise control. So changing the alert timing
sensitivity changes the adaptive
cruise control following distance
setting.
Alerting the driver
The vehicle ahead control indicator
A illuminates green in the instrument
cluster when the system has detected
a vehicle in the driving path.
Caution
The colour lighting of this control
indicator does not correspond to
local traffic laws on following
distance. The driver bears full
responsibility for maintaining safe
following distance according to
applicable traffic rules, weather
and road conditions etc. at all
times.
When the distance to a preceding
moving vehicle gets too small or when
approaching another vehicle too rapidly and a collision is imminent the collision alert symbol pops-up in the
Driver Information Centre and a
warning chime sounds. Depress the
brake pedal, if it is required by the
situation.
Driving and operating231SettingsSettings can be changed in the
vehicle personalisation menu in the
Info-Display.
Select the relevant setting in
Settings in the Info-Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.
Forward collision alert based on front camera system
Forward collision alert uses the front
camera system in the windscreen to
detect a vehicle directly ahead, in
your path, within a distance of approx.
60 metres.
Activation
Forward collision alert operates
automatically above 25 mph, if it is not deactivated by pressing V, see
below.
Selecting the alert sensitivity
The alert sensitivity can be set to
near, medium or far.
Press V; the current setting is shown
in the Driver Information Centre.
Press V again to change the alert
sensitivity.
Alerting the driver
The vehicle ahead control indicator
A illuminates green in the instrument
cluster when the system has detected
a vehicle in the driving path.Caution
The colour lighting of this control
indicator does not correspond to
local traffic laws on following
distance. The driver bears full
responsibility for maintaining safe
following distance according to
applicable traffic rules, weather
and road conditions etc. at all
times.
When the distance to a preceding
moving vehicle gets too small or when
approaching another vehicle too rapidly and a collision is imminent the collision alert symbol pops-up in the
244Driving and operatingCaution
The system is intended to help thedriver 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 active, no warning will
be issued.
ActivationThe lane departure warning system isactivated 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.
Deactivation
The system is deactivated by
pressing ), the LED in the button
extinguishes.
At speeds below 35 mph the system
is inoperable.
Vehicle care277No.Circuit16Starter17Transmission control module18Heated rear window19Front power windows20Rear power windows21Rear electrical centre22Left high beam (Halogen)23–24Right headlight (LED)25Left headlight (LED)26Front fog lights27Diesel fuel heating28Stop-start system29Electric parking brake30ABS31Adaptive cruise control32AirbagNo.Circuit33Adaptive forward lighting/Auto‐
matic light control34Exhaust gas recirculation35Exterior mirror/Rain sensor36Climate control37Canister vent solenoid38Vacuum pump39Central control module40Windscreen washer/Rear
window washer system41Right high beam (Halogen)42Radiator fan43Windscreen wiper44Windscreen wiper45Radiator fan46–47Horn48Radiator fanNo.Circuit49Fuel pump50Headlamp levelling/Adaptive
forward lighting51Air shutter52Auxiliary 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.
Vehicle care279No.Circuit14Diagnostic connector15Airbag16Power outlet17Air conditioning system18Logistics19Body control module20Body control module21Instrument panel cluster/Anti-
theft alarm system22Ignition sensor23Body control module24Body control module25–26–
Load compartment fuse box
The fuse box is on the left side of the
load compartment behind a cover.
Remove the cover.
If equipped with tyre repair kit,
remove the complete box.
Fuse assignments
302Vehicle careClean 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 a
weak 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.
335Infotainment control panel..........141
Instrument cluster ......................102
Instrument panel fuse box .........278
Instrument panel illumination .....274
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 136
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Intellitext ..................................... 157
Interactive driving system ...........218
Interior care ............................... 301
Interior lighting ............................ 136
Interior lights ...................... 136, 274
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Interruption of power supply ......211
Introduction .................................... 3
J Jump starting ............................. 296
K Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L Lane departure warning .....113, 244
Lashing eyes ............................... 87
LED headlights ...........115, 133, 269
Lighting features .........................137
Light switch ................................ 129
Load compartment ................24, 78
Load compartment cover .............80Load compartment fuse box ......279
Loading information .....................93
Load rails and hooks ...................87
Low fuel ..................................... 115
LPG ............................ 104, 247, 309
M
Malfunction indicator light ..........111
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................. 210
Manual seat adjustment ...............38
Manual transmission .................. 212
Manual windows ..........................30
Maps ........................................... 166
Maximum startup volume ...........150
Memorised settings ......................21
Menu operation .......................... 147
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................135
Mobile phones and CB radio equipment .............................. 187
Movie files................................... 158
Mute............................................ 144
N
Navigation Contacts .................................. 170
Current location .......................166
Destination input .....................170
Favourites ............................... 170
Map display ............................. 166Map manipulation....................166
Map update ............................. 165
Recent destinations ................170
Route guidance .......................175
TMC stations ...................165, 175
Traffic incidents .......................175
Turn list ................................... 175
New vehicle running-in ..............198
Number plate light .....................273
O Object detection systems ...........234
Odometer ................................... 102
Oil, engine .................. 261, 304, 309
OnStar ........................................ 125
Operate pedal ............................. 112
Operation .................................... 183
External devices ......................158
Menu ....................................... 147
Navigation system ...................166
Phone ...................................... 183
Radio ....................................... 153
Outside temperature ....................99
Overhead console .......................67
Overrun cut-off ........................... 200
P Pairing ........................................ 180
Parking ................................ 18, 203
Parking assist ............................ 234
Parking brake ............................ 213