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16In briefAutomatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
The selector lever can only be movedout of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 171.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure 3 253 and
condition 3 289
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 229
● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 38,
seats 3 46 and seat belts
3 56
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wetStarting the engine
Ignition switch
● Turn key to position 2.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Manual transmission: operate clutch and brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector
lever to P or N.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
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Vehicle care269Jump starting
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
battery can be started using jump
leads and the vehicle battery of
another vehicle.
Do not start with quick charger.
The vehicle battery is located in the
load compartment under a cover.
There are connecting points for jump starting in the engine compartment.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the battery with
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
sulphuric acid which can cause
injuries and damage in the event
of direct contact.
● Never expose the vehicle battery
to naked flames or sparks.
● A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen vehicle
battery before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a vehicle battery.
● Use a booster vehicle battery with the same voltage (12 V). Itscapacity (Ah) must not be muchless than that of the discharged
vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
vehicle battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the vehiclebattery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.
● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission in P.
● Open the positive terminal protection caps of both batteries.
Illustrations show different versions.
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304IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 226
Active emergency braking ..........194
Adaptive cruise control .......112, 184
AdBlue ................................ 110, 168
Adjustable air vents ...................154
Airbag and belt tensioners .........107
Airbag deactivation ..............62, 107
Airbag label................................... 57
Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 155
Air conditioning system .............. 147
Air intake .................................... 155
Air vents...................................... 154
Antilock brake system ................ 174
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....109
Anti-theft alarm system ................35
Anti-theft locking system .............. 35
Appearance care ........................272
Armrest ................................... 52, 54
Armrest storage ........................... 71
Ashtrays ....................................... 97 Automatic anti-dazzle ..................40
Automatic light control ...............135
Automatic locking ........................28
Automatic transmission .............171
Autostop ..................................... 162
Auxiliary heater ........................... 154B
Battery discharge protection ......144
Battery voltage ........................... 122 Belts.............................................. 55
BlueInjection ............................... 168
Bonnet ....................................... 228
Brake and clutch fluid .................277
Brake and clutch system ...........108
Brake assist ............................... 177
Brake fluid .................................. 231
Brakes ............................... 174, 231
Breakdown.................................. 270
Bulb replacement ....................... 234
C Capacities .................................. 288
Cargo management system ........81
Catalytic converter .....................167
Central locking system ................23
Centre console lighting ..............143
Changing tyre and wheel size ...259
Charging system ........................ 108 Child locks ................................... 29
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 64
Child restraint systems ................64
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............146
Clock............................................. 94