Instruments and controls93Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners 3 44.
Airbag system 3 47.
Airbag deactivation V illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
activated.
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated 3 52.
9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not
charging. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. The brake servo unit may cease to be effective. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system.The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Brake and clutch system
R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too low, when manual parking brake is
not applied 3 180.
96Instruments and controlsFlashes
Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Refuelling 3 167.
Catalytic converter 3 138.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 182.
Immobiliser d flashes yellow.
Fault in the immobiliser system. The
engine cannot be started.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a repairer.
Exterior light
8 illuminates green.
The exterior lights are on 3 111.
High beam
C illuminates blue.Illuminates when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 112 , or when
high beam is on with high beam
assist, adaptive forward lighting
3 115.
High beam assist f illuminates green.
The high beam assist is activated
3 115.
Adaptive forward lighting f illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
The adaptive forward lighting system
needs a service.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. Adaptive forward lighting 3 115.
Flashes
System switched to symmetrical low
beam.Control indicator f flashes for approx.
4 seconds after the ignition is
switched on as a reminder that the system has been activated 3 114.
Automatic light control 3 112.
Front fog lights > illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 118.
Rear fog light r illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 118.
Cruise control
m illuminates white or green.
Illuminates white The system is on.
Illuminates green
Cruise control is active.
Cruise control 3 150.
128Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 129
Control of the vehicle ...............129
Steering ................................... 129
Starting and operating ...............129
New vehicle running-in ............129
Ignition switch positions ...........130
Power button ........................... 131
Retained power off ..................132
Starting the engine ..................132
Overrun cut-off ........................ 134
Stop-start system ....................134
Parking .................................... 136
Engine exhaust .......................... 137
Exhaust filter ............................ 137
Catalytic converter ...................138
AdBlue ..................................... 139
Automatic transmission ..............141
Transmission display ...............141
Selector lever .......................... 142
Manual mode ........................... 143
Electronic driving programmes 143
Fault ........................................ 143
Interruption of power supply ....144Manual transmission ..................144
Drive systems ............................ 145
All-wheel drive ......................... 145
Brakes ........................................ 146
Antilock brake system .............146
Parking brake .......................... 146
Brake assist ............................. 147
Hill start assist ......................... 147
Ride control systems .................147
Traction Control system ..........147
Electronic Stability Control ......148
Descent control system ...........149
Driver assistance systems .........150
Cruise control .......................... 150
Speed limiter ........................... 152
Forward collision alert .............153
Following distance indication ...155
Parking assist .......................... 156
Rear view camera ...................158
Traffic sign assistant ................160
Lane departure warning ..........163
Fuel ............................................ 164
Fuel for petrol engines .............164
Fuel for diesel engines ............166
Fuel for liquid gas operation ....166
Refuelling ................................ 167
Trailer hitch ................................ 171
General information .................171Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 171
Trailer towing ........................... 172
Towing equipment ...................172
138Driving and operatingindicated by illumination of % and a
warning message in the Driver
Information Centre.
% illuminates along with a warning
message illuminates when exhaust
filter is full. Start cleaning process as
soon as possible.
% flashes along with a warning
message when exhaust filter has
reached the maximum filling level.
Start cleaning process immediately to avoid damage to the engine.
Activate manual cleaning process
To activate cleaning process,
continue driving, keep engine speed
above 2000 rpm. Shift down if
necessary. Exhaust filter cleaning is
then started.
Cleaning takes place quickest at high
engine speeds and loads.
Control indicator % extinguishes as
soon as the self-cleaning operation is complete. Keep on driving until self-
cleaning operation is complete.Caution
If possible, do not interrupt
cleaning process. Drive until
cleaning is completed to avoid the need for service or repair by a
workshop.
Cleaning process not possible
If cleaning is not possible for anyreasons, control indicator Z
illuminates and a warning message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre. Engine power may be
reduced. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.
Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 164, 3 224 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.
240IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 175
Adaptive forward lighting .....96, 115
AdBlue .................................. 95, 139
Adjustable air vents ...................126
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........92
Airbag deactivation ................52, 93
Airbag label................................... 47 Airbag system .............................. 47
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 127
Air conditioning system .............. 123
Air intake .................................... 127
Air vents...................................... 126
All-wheel drive ........................... 145
Antilock brake system ................ 146
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......94
Anti-theft alarm system ................31
Anti-theft locking system .............. 31
Appearance care ........................213
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................35
Automatic light control ...............112
Automatic locking ........................29
Automatic transmission .............141
Autostop ..................................... 134
Auxiliary heater ........................... 126B
Battery discharge protection ......121
Battery voltage ........................... 105
Bicycle rack .................................. 61
BlueInjection ............................... 139
Bonnet ....................................... 177
Brake and clutch fluid .................217
Brake and clutch system .............93
Brake assist ............................... 147
Brake fluid .................................. 180
Brakes ............................... 146, 180
Breakdown.................................. 211
Bulb replacement ....................... 183
C Capacities .................................. 229
Catalytic converter .....................138
Central locking system ................25
Centre console storage ...............61
Changing tyre and wheel size ...201
Charging system .......................... 93
Child locks ................................... 30
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 56
Child restraints.............................. 53
Child restraint systems ................53
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............122
Clock............................................. 81
Code ........................................... 104