276Vehicle careTowingTowing the vehicle
Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat
screwdriver to prevent paint damage.
Insert the screwdriver in the slot at the
edge of the cap. Release the cap by
levering it out carefully.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 258.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Caution
Deactivate the driver assistance
systems like active emergency
braking 3 199, otherwise the
vehicle may automatically brake during towing.
Switch the selector lever to neutral.
Release the parking brake.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
Vehicles with manual transmission
and All-wheel drive: If the vehicle is
towed with all four wheels on the
ground then there are no technical
Vehicle care279Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on the windows will impair vision.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
Plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing agents.Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Switch off wipers before handling in
their areas.
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather together with window cleaner and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.
Remove dirt residues from smearing
wiper blades by using a soft cloth and window cleaner. Also make sure to
remove any residues such as wax,
insect residues and similar from the
window.
Ice residues, pollution and continuous
wiping on dry windows will damage or
even destroy the wiper blades.Sunroof
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the sunroof.
Wheels and tyres
Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust
areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
280Vehicle careAfter the underbody is washed, checkthe underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen / rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Liquid gas system9 Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be
removed.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Air shutter Clean the shutter system in the front
bumper to maintain correct
functionality.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean 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.
Customer information311Depending on technical equipment
level, the data stored is as follows:
● system component operating states (e.g. fill level, tyre
pressure, battery status)
● faults and defects in important system components (e.g. lights,
brakes)
● system reactions in special driving situations (e.g. triggeringof an airbag, actuation of the
stability control systems)
● information on events damaging the vehicle
● for electric vehicles the amount of
charge in the high-voltage
battery, estimated range
In special cases (e.g. if the vehicle
has detected a malfunction), it may be
necessary to save data that would
otherwise just be volatile.
When you use services (e.g. repairs,
maintenance), the operating data
saved can be read together with the
vehicle identification number and
used when necessary. Staff working
for the service network ( e.g. garages,
manufacturers) or third parties (e.g.breakdown services) can read the
data from the vehicle. The same
applies to warranty work and quality
assurance measures.
Data is generally read via the OBD
(On-Board Diagnostics) port
prescribed by law in the vehicle. The operating data which is read out,
documents the technical condition of
the vehicle or individual components
and assists with fault diagnosis,
compliance with warranty obligations
and quality improvement. This data,
in particular information on
component stress, technical events,
operator errors and other faults, is
transmitted to the manufacturer
where appropriate, together with the
vehicle identification number. The
manufacturer is also subject to
product liability. The manufacturer
potentially also uses operating data
from vehicles for product recalls. This
data can also be used to check
customer warranty and guarantee
claims.
Fault memories in the vehicle can be
reset by a service company when
carrying out servicing or repairs or at
your request.Comfort and infotainment
functions
Comfort settings and custom settings can be stored in the vehicle and
changed or reset at any time.
Depending on the equipment level in
question, these include
● seat and steering wheel position settings
● chassis and air conditioning settings
● custom settings such as interior lighting
You can input your own data in the
infotainment functions for your
vehicle as part of the selected
features.
Depending on the equipment level in
question, these include
● multimedia data such as music, videos or photos for playback in
an integrated multimedia system
● address book data for use with an
integrated hands-free system or an integrated navigation system
314IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 234
Active bonnet ................................ 70
Active emergency braking ..........199
Adaptive cruise control .......110, 184
AdBlue ................................ 108, 166
Adjustable air vents ...................153
Airbag and belt tensioners .........105
Airbag deactivation ..............62, 105
Airbag label................................... 57
Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 155
Air conditioning system .............. 144
Air intake .................................... 154
Air vents...................................... 153
All-wheel drive ........................... 173
Antilock brake system ................ 174
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....107
Anti-theft alarm system ................33
Anti-theft locking system .............. 33
Appearance care ........................278
Armrest ................................... 52, 54
Armrest storage ........................... 73
Ashtrays ....................................... 94 Automatic anti-dazzle ..................38
Automatic dimming ......................37
Automatic light control ...............134
Automatic locking ........................26Automatic transmission .............168
Autostop ..................................... 161
Auxiliary heater ........................... 153
B Baselevel display ........................111
Battery discharge protection ......143
Belts.............................................. 55 BlueInjection ............................... 166
Bonnet ....................................... 236
Brake and clutch fluid .................282
Brake and clutch system ...........106
Brake assist ............................... 176
Brake fluid .................................. 239
Brakes ............................... 174, 239
Breakdown.................................. 276
Bulb replacement ....................... 243
C Capacities .................................. 295
Cargo management system ........79
Catalytic converter .....................165
Central locking system ................24
Centre console lighting ..............142
Centre console storage ...............73
Changing tyre and wheel size ...264
Charging system ........................ 106
Child locks ................................... 27
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 63
315Child restraint systems ................63
Climate control ............................. 15
Clock............................................. 91
Collision damage repair ..............307
Control indicators........................ 104
Control of the vehicle .................157
Controls ........................................ 87
Convex shape .............................. 36
Coolant and antifreeze ...............282
Cruise control ....................110, 181
Cupholders .................................. 72
Curtain airbag system .................. 61
Curve lighting.............................. 137
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............137
Declaration of conformity ............303
DEF ............................................ 166
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................166
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......242
Door open .................................. 110
Doors ............................................ 28
Driver assistance systems ..........181
Driver Information Centre ...........111
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 230
Driving hints ................................ 157E
Electric adjustment ......................36
Electrical system......................... 253
Electric parking brake .........106, 175
Electric parking brake fault .........106
Electronic climate control system 147
Electronic driving programmes ..171
Electronic key system ...................21
Electronic Stability Control.......... 178
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........107
Electronic Stability Control off..... 107
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......235
Engine compartment fuse box ...254
Engine coolant ........................... 238
Engine coolant temperature ......108
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 103
Engine data ............................... 289
Engine exhaust .......................... 164
Engine identification ...................285
Engine oil ................... 237, 282, 286
Engine oil pressure ....................108
Entry lighting .............................. 142
Event data recorders ..................310
Exhaust filter ............................... 164
Exit lighting ................................ 142
Exterior care .............................. 278
Exterior light ............................... 109Exterior lighting ....................12, 133
Exterior mirrors ............................. 36
F
Fault ........................................... 172
First aid kit ................................... 83
Fixed air vents ........................... 154
Folding mirrors ............................. 36
Following distance ......................107
Following distance indication ......198
Forward collision alert................. 195
Front airbag system .....................60
Front fog lights ...........109, 139, 245
Front pedestrian protection ........202
Front seats.................................... 46
Front storage ................................ 73
Fuel............................................. 226
Fuel for diesel engines ..............227
Fuel for petrol engines ...............226
Fuel gauge ................................. 102 Funnel......................................... 228
Fuses ......................................... 253
G Gauges ....................................... 100
Gear selection ........................... 169
Gear shifting ............................... 107
General information ...................230
Glovebox ..................................... 72
316HHalogen headlights ....................243
Hand brake ................................. 174
Hazard warning flashers ............138
Headlight flash ........................... 136
Headlight range adjustment ......136
Headlights................................... 133
Headlights when driving abroad 136
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 44
Head-up display.......................... 119 Heated mirrors ............................. 37
Heated rear window ..................... 41
Heated steering wheel .................87
Heated windscreen .......................41
Heating .................................. 53, 54
High beam ......................... 109, 134
High beam assist ................109, 134
Hill start assist ........................... 176
Horn ....................................... 13, 88
I
Identification plate .....................284
Immobiliser .......................... 35, 109
Indicators .................................... 100
Inductive charging ........................93
Info Display ................................. 117
Instrument cluster ........................95
Instrument panel fuse box .........257Instrument panel illumination
control .................................... 140
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interactive driving system ...........179
Interior care ............................... 280
Interior lighting ............................ 140
Interior lights ...................... 141, 253
Interior mirrors .............................. 38
Interruption of power supply ......172
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 274
K Key, memorised settings ..............24
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lane change alert .......................212
Lane keep assist ................107, 223
Lashing eyes ............................... 79
LED headlights ...........109, 137, 245
Lighting features .........................142
Light switch ................................ 133
Load compartment ................28, 74
Load compartment cover .............77
Loading information .....................84
Low fuel ..................................... 109M
Malfunction indicator light ..........106
Manual anti-dazzle ......................38
Manual mode ............................. 170
Manual seat adjustment ...............47
Manual transmission .................. 173
Massage ....................................... 54
Memorised settings ......................24
Midlevel display .......................... 111
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................140
N New vehicle running-in ..............157
Number plate light .....................253
O Object detection systems ...........204
Odometer ................................... 101
Oil, engine .......................... 282, 286
OnStar ........................................ 128
Outside temperature ....................91
Overrun cut-off ........................... 161
P
Panoramic view system ..............214
Parking ................................ 18, 163
Parking assist ...................... 38, 204
Parking brake ............................ 175
Parking lights ............................. 140
Particulate filter ........................... 164
317Pedestrian detection...................110
Performance .............................. 291
Performing work ........................236
Power button .............................. 158
Power outlets ............................... 92
Power seat adjustment ................49
Power windows ............................ 39
Preheating ................................. 108
Puncture ..................................... 270
Q Quickheat ................................... 153
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 313
Radio remote control ...................20
REACH ....................................... 307
Reading lights ............................ 141
Rear cross traffic alert ................218
Rear floor storage cover ..............79
Rear fog light .............110, 139, 247
Rear seats .................................... 54
Rear storage ................................. 77
Rear view camera ...................... 216
Rear window wiper and washer ..90
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 282, 286
Refuelling ................................... 228 Registered trademarks ...............309
Retained power off .....................159Reversing lights .........................140
Ride control systems ..................177
Roof .............................................. 42
Roof load ...................................... 84
Roof rack ..................................... 84
S
Safety belts ................................... 55
Safety net .................................... 80
Seat adjustment ............................. 6
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .....................104
Seat belts ..................................... 55
Seat heating Seat heating, front .....................53
Seat heating, rear .....................54
Seat position ................................ 46
Selective catalytic reduction .......166
Selector lever.............................. 169
Service ............................... 155, 281
Service display .......................... 103
Service information ....................281
Side airbag system ......................61
Side blind spot alert ....................211
Sidelights .................................... 133
Side turn lights ........................... 252
Software acknowledgement .......307
Software update ......................... 309
Spare wheel ............................... 270
Speed limiter....................... 110, 183Speedometer ............................. 100
Starting and operating ................157
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ....................159
Steering ...................................... 157
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 87
Steering wheel controls ...............87
Stop-start system........................ 161
Storage ......................................... 72
Storage compartments .................72
Sunglasses storage .....................73
Sunroof ........................................ 42
Sunvisor lights ........................... 142
Sun visors .................................... 41
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ............................... 102
Tail lights ................................... 247
Three-point seat belt .................... 56
Tools .......................................... 258
Tow bar....................................... 230
Towing ................................ 230, 276
Towing another vehicle .............277
Towing equipment .....................231
Towing hitch installation dimensions ............................. 301
Towing the vehicle .....................276
Traction Control system ............. 177
Traction Control system off......... 108