
64StorageThe armrest can also be folded down
from the load compartment by pulling the loop and pushing the centre
backrest.
The centre backrest is properly
engaged when the red mark on the
loop is no longer visible.
Load compartment cover
Do not place any objects on the cover.
Removing cover
Unhook retaining straps from tailgate.
Lift cover, slightly angle and turn it.
Remove the cover.
Stowing
The load compartment cover can be
stored behind the rear seat backrests.
Unhook retaining straps and lift the
cover backwards until it unlatches.
Then slide it down in the guides
behind the seat backrests.
Fitting cover Engage cover in side guides and fold downwards. Attach the retainingstraps to the tailgate.
Rear floor storage cover
Raise cover at the recess to gain
access to emergency breakdown
equipment.

120Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 121
Control of the vehicle ...............121
Steering ................................... 121
Starting and operating ...............121
New vehicle running-in ............121
Ignition switch positions ...........122
Power button ........................... 122
Starting the engine ..................123
Overrun cut-off ........................ 125
Stop-start system ....................125
Parking .................................... 127
Engine exhaust .......................... 128
Exhaust filter ............................ 128
Catalytic converter ...................129
AdBlue ..................................... 129
Automatic transmission ..............132
Transmission display ...............132
Gear selection ......................... 132
Manual mode ........................... 133
Electronic driving programmes 133
Fault ........................................ 134
Interruption of power supply ....134
Manual transmission ..................135Brakes........................................ 136
Antilock brake system .............136
Parking brake .......................... 136
Brake assist ............................. 137
Hill start assist ......................... 137
Ride control systems .................137
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........137
Driver assistance systems .........139
Cruise control .......................... 139
Speed limiter ........................... 141
Forward collision alert .............144
Active emergency braking .......145
Front pedestrian protection .....148
Parking assist .......................... 149
Advanced parking assist .........152
Side blind spot alert .................156
Panoramic view system ...........158
Rear view camera ...................160
Lane departure warning ..........162
Driver alert ............................... 163
Fuel ............................................ 164
Fuel for petrol engines .............164
Fuel for diesel engines ............164
Refuelling ................................ 166
Trailer hitch ................................ 167
General information .................167
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 168Trailer towing........................... 168
Towing equipment ...................169

Driving and operating129Catalytic 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, 3 223 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt fuel 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.
AdBlue
General information
The selective catalytic reduction
(BlueInjection) is a method to
substantially reduce the nitrogen
oxides in the exhaust emission. This
is achieved by injecting a Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF) into the exhaust
system. The ammonia released by
the fluid reacts with nitrous gases
(NO x) from the exhaust and turns it
into nitrogen and water.
The designation of this fluid is
AdBlue ®
. It is a non-toxic, non-
flammable, colourless and odourless
fluid which consists of 32% urea and
68% water.9 Warning
Avoid contact of your eyes or skin
with AdBlue.
In case of eye or skin contact,
rinse off with water.
Caution
Avoid contact of the paintwork with AdBlue.
In case of contact, rinse off with water.
AdBlue freezes at a temperature of
approx. -11 °C. As the vehicle is
equipped with an AdBlue pre-heater,
the emissions reduction at low
temperatures is ensured. The AdBlue
pre-heater works automatically.
Level warnings
The AdBlue consumption is approx.
1.5 l per 600 miles. The consumption
can be higher depending on driving
behaviour (e.g. high load or towing).
Depending on the calculated range of
AdBlue, different messages are
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre. The messages and the
restrictions are a legal requirement.
The first possible warning message
appears at an AdBlue range below
1500 miles, shows up at each start
and each 190 miles range reduction:

Driving and operating147more sensitive. Therefore, pressing
the brake pedal less strongly results
in immediate hard braking. This
function helps the driver brake
quicker and harder before the
imminent collision.9 Warning
Active emergency braking is not
designed to apply hard
autonomous braking or to
automatically avoid a collision. It is designed to reduce the vehicle
speed before a collision. It may not
react to animals. After a sudden
lane change, the system needs a
certain time to detect the next
preceding vehicle.
The complete attention of the
driver is always required while
driving. The driver must always be
ready to take action and apply the brakes and steer to avoid
collisions.
The system is designed to work with
all occupants wearing their seat belts.
Forward collision alert 3 144.
Front pedestrian protection 3 148.
System limitations In some cases, the active emergencybraking system may provide an
automatic braking in situations that
seem to be unnecessary, for instance
in parking garages, due to traffic signs in a curve or due to vehicles in
another lane. This is normal
operation, the vehicle does not need
service. Firmly apply the accelerator
pedal to override the automatic
braking if the situation and the
surroundings permit.
In the following cases, active
emergency braking performance is limited:
● driving on winding or hilly roads
● detecting all vehicles, especially vehicles with a trailer, tractors,
muddy vehicles, etc.
● detecting a vehicle when weather
limits visibility, such as in fog,
rain, or snow
● driving in the dark
● windscreen damaged or stickeredComplete attention is always required
while driving, and you should be
ready to take action and apply the
brakes and / or steer the vehicle to
avoid crashes.
We recommend to deactivate the
system in the vehicle personalisation
in the following cases:
● when towing a trailer or caravan
● when carrying long objects on roof bars or a roof rack
● when the vehicle is being towed with the engine running
● when a spare wheel is fitted that is smaller than the other wheels
● before using an automatic car wash with the engine running
● before placing the vehicle on a rolling road in a workshop
● if the windscreen has been damaged close to the camera
● if the front bumper has been damaged
● if the brake lamps are not working
Active emergency braking can be
deactivated in the personalisation
menu 3 94. If deactivated, m

Vehicle care207
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 3 145, 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 automatic transmission: The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards, not faster than 50 mph nor further than 60 miles. In all other
cases and when the transmission is
defective, the front axle must be
raised off the ground.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap with the outer flange into
the recess and fix cap by pushing.
Towing another vehicle
Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat
screwdriver to prevent paint damage.
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
bottom of the cap. Release the cap by carefully moving the screwdriver
downwards.

241Control indicators.......................... 81
Control of the vehicle .................121
Controls ........................................ 70
Convex shape .............................. 33
Coolant and antifreeze ...............217
Cornering lights .......................... 102
Cruise control ...................... 87, 139
Cupholders .................................. 61
Curtain airbag system .................. 53
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............102
Declaration of conformity ............229
DEF ............................................ 129
Deflation detection system ...........85
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................129
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......179
Door open .................................... 87
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver alert .................................. 163
Driver assistance systems ..........139
Driver Information Centre .............87
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 168
Driving hints ................................ 121
E Electric adjustment ......................33
Electrical system......................... 188
Electronic climate control system 112Electronic driving programmes ..133
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ....84, 137
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system off .......84
Emergency call ............................. 97
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......173
Engine compartment fuse box ...189
Engine coolant ........................... 176
Engine coolant temperature ........84
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 79
Engine data ............................... 223
Engine exhaust .......................... 128
Engine identification ...................220
Engine oil ...........175, 217, 221, 227
Engine oil level monitor ................79
Engine oil pressure ......................85
Entry lighting .............................. 106
Event data recorders ..................235
Exhaust filter ......................... 85, 128
Exit lighting ................................ 106
Exterior care .............................. 208
Exterior light ................................. 86
Exterior lighting ......................12, 99
Exterior mirrors ............................. 33F
Fault ........................................... 134 First aid ......................................... 66
First aid kit ................................... 66
Fixed air vents ........................... 118
Floor mats................................... 211
Folding mirrors ............................. 34
Forward collision alert................. 144
Front airbag system .....................52
Front fog lights .............86, 103, 183
Front pedestrian protection ........148
Front seats.................................... 41
Fuel............................................. 164
Fuel for diesel engines ..............164
Fuel for petrol engines ...............164
Fuel gauge ................................... 79
Fuel tank ..................................... 227
Fuses ......................................... 188
G Gauges ......................................... 77
Gear selection ........................... 132
Gear shifting ................................. 84
General information ...................167
Glass panel .................................. 38
Glovebox ..................................... 61
H Halogen headlights ....................180
Hand brake ................................. 136
Hazard warning flashers ............102