In brief17Transmission
Manual transmission
To engage reverse on 6-speed
transmission, depress the clutch
pedal, pull the ring under the selector
lever and move the selector lever to
the left and front.
Manual transmission 3 147.
Automatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
Automatic transmission 3 144.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure 3 208 and
condition 3 244
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 190
● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 34,
seats 3 43 and seat belts
3 49
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet
48Seats, restraintsSeat belts
The seat belts are locked during
heavy acceleration or deceleration of
the vehicle, holding the occupants in
the seat position. Therefore the risk of injury is considerably reduced.
9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time.
Child restraint system 3 57.
Periodically check all parts of the belt
system for damage, soiling and
proper functionality.
Have damaged components
replaced. After an accident, have the
belts and triggered belt pretensioners replaced by a workshop.
Note
Make sure that the belts are not
damaged by shoes or sharp-edged
objects or trapped. Prevent dirt from
getting into the belt retractors.
Seat belt reminder
Each seat is equipped with a seat belt
reminder, indicated by a control
indicator X for the respective seat in
the roof console 3 89.
Belt force limiters
Stress on the body is reduced by the
gradual release of the belt during a
collision.Belt pretensioners
In the event of a head-on, rear-end or
side-on collision of a certain severity,
the front and rear seat belts are
tightened. The front seat belts are
tightened by two pretensioners per
seat. The outer rear seat belts are
tightened by one pretensioner per
seat.9 Warning
Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or
fitting of belts) can trigger the belt
pretensioners.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
is indicated by continuous illumination
of control indicator v 3 89.
Triggered belt pretensioners must be replaced by a workshop. Belt
pretensioners can only be triggered
once.
Note
Do not affix or install accessories or
other objects that may interfere with
the operation of the belt
pretensioners. Do not make any
72Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 73
Steering wheel adjustment ........73
Steering wheel controls .............73
Heated steering wheel ...............73
Horn ........................................... 74
Windscreen wiper and washer ..74
Rear window wiper and washer ...................................... 76
Outside temperature ..................76
Clock ......................................... 77
Power outlets ............................. 77
Inductive charging .....................78
Cigarette lighter ......................... 79
Ashtrays .................................... 79
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 80
Instrument cluster ......................80
Speedometer ............................. 84
Odometer .................................. 84
Trip odometer ............................ 84
Tachometer ............................... 84
Fuel gauge ................................ 85
Fuel selector .............................. 85Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 86
Engine oil level monitor .............87
Service display .......................... 87
Control indicators ......................88
Turn lights .................................. 88
Seat belt reminder .....................89
Airbag and belt tensioners .........89
Airbag deactivation ....................89
Charging system .......................90
Malfunction indicator light ..........90
Service vehicle soon .................90
Stop engine ............................... 90
System check ............................ 90
Brake and clutch system ...........91
Parking brake ............................ 91
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....91
Gear shifting .............................. 91
Lane departure warning ............91
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........92
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system off ......92
Engine coolant temperature ......92
Preheating ................................. 92
Exhaust filter .............................. 92
AdBlue ....................................... 92
Deflation detection system ........93
Engine oil pressure ....................93
Low fuel ..................................... 93Autostop.................................... 93
Exterior light .............................. 93
Low beam .................................. 94
High beam ................................. 94
High beam assist .......................94
Front fog lights ........................... 94
Rear fog light ............................. 94
Rain sensor ............................... 94
Cruise control ............................ 94
Side blind spot alert ...................94
Active emergency braking .........94
Speed limiter ............................. 94
Door open .................................. 94
Displays ....................................... 95
Driver Information Centre ..........95
Info Display ................................ 97
Head-up display ........................99
Vehicle messages ......................101
Warning chimes .......................101
Battery voltage ........................ 101
Vehicle personalisation ..............102
Telematics service .....................105
OnStar ..................................... 105
78Instruments and controlsNote
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
Inductive charging9 Warning
Inductive charging can affect the
operation of implanted
pacemakers or other medical
devices. If applicable, seek
medical advice before using the
inductive charging device.
9 Warning
Remove any metal objects from
the charging device before
charging a mobile device, as these objects could become very hot.
To charge a device, the ignition must
be switched on.
LED status on the charging device (see arrow):
● Illuminates green: - mobile device with inductivecharging functionality was
recognised.
● Illuminates yellow: - metall objects have been
detected in the charging area.
Remove objects to allow
charging.
- mobile device was not placed
properly.
PMA or Qi compatible mobile devices can be charged inductively.
A back cover with an integrated coil (e.g. Samsung 4 and 5) or a jacket
(e.g. some iPhone models) may be
required to charge a mobile device.
The mobile device must be smaller
than 8 cm in width and 15 cm in length
to fit into the charging device.
Protective cover for the mobile device could have impact on the inductive
charging.
To charge a mobile device: 1. Remove all objects from the charging device.
2. Place the mobile device with the display facing upwards on the
charging device.
3. Ensure that the mobile device is located at the right bottom corner
of the charging device.
In the case that the yellow LED
illuminates:
1. Remove the mobile device from the charging device.
2. Rotate the mobile device by 180°.
Instruments and controls83OverviewOTurn lights 3 88XSeat belt reminder 3 89vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 89VAirbag deactivation 3 89pCharging system 3 90ZMalfunction indicator light
3 90HService vehicle soon 3 90STOPStop engine 3 90JSystem check 3 90RBrake and clutch system
3 91mParking brake 3 91uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 91RGear shifting 3 91)Lane departure warning
3 91bElectronic Stability Control
and Traction Control system
3 92aElectronic Stability Control
and Traction Control system
off 3 92W oEngine coolant temperature
high 3 92!Preheating 3 92%Exhaust filter 3 92YAdBlue 3 92wDeflation detection system
3 93IEngine oil pressure 3 93
Engine oil level monitor
3 87Y oLow fuel 3 93DAutostop 3 938Exterior light 3 939Low beam 3 94CHigh beam 3 94fHigh beam assist 3 94>Front fog lights 3 94øRear fog light 3 94
Instruments and controls87Caution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
engine. Danger to engine. Check
coolant level.
Engine oil level monitor
The state of the engine oil level is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre for a few seconds following
the service information after switching
on the ignition.
A proper state of oil level is indicated
by the message Oil level correct.
If oil level is low, I flashes and Oil
level incorrect is indicated,
accompanied by the H indicator.
Confirm oil level by using the oil
dipstick and top up engine oil
respectively.
Engine oil 3 190.
A fault of measurement is indicated
by the message Oil level
measurement invalid . Check oil level
manually by using the dipstick.
Service display
The service system informs when to
change the engine oil and filter or a
vehicle service is required. Based on
driving conditions, the interval at
which an engine oil and filter change
is required can vary considerably.
Service information 3 228.
A required service due is displayed in
the Driver Information Centre for
7 seconds after switching on the
ignition.
If no service is required for the next
3000 km or more no service
information appears in the display.
If service is required within the next
3000 km, the remaining distance or
time duration is indicated for several
seconds. Simultaneously symbol <
lights up permanently as reminder.
If service is required in less than
1000 km, < flashes and then lights up
permanently. Remaining distance or
time duration is indicated for several
seconds.Overdued service is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre which indicates the overdued
distance. < flashes and then lights up
permanently until service is executed.
Reset of service interval
After each service, the service
indicator must be reset to ensure
proper functionality. It is
recommended to seek the assistance of a workshop.
If service is executed by yourself,
operate as following:
● switch off ignition
● press and hold button M or
CHECK
● switch on ignition, the distance indication begins a countdown
● when the display indicates =0,
release the button
The symbol < disappears.
Instruments and controls93Flashes yellowThe remaining driving range is
between 0 and 600 km.
AdBlue level is low. Refill AdBlue
soon to avoid prevention of the
engine start. Up to 10 l of AdBlue can
be added.
AdBlue 3 141.
Deflation detection system w illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates Tyre pressure loss in one or more
wheels. Stop immediately and check
tyre pressure.
Flashes
Fault in system. Consult a workshop.
Deflation detection system 3 209.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and / or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer.
During an Autostop, the brake
servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Keep engine turned off and let the
vehicle be towed to a workshop
3 190.
Low fuel o illuminates yellow.
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Refuelling 3 179.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 193.
Autostop D illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates green
Engine is in an Autostop.
Flashes green
Autostop is temporarily unavailable,
or Autostop mode is invoked
automatically.
Stop-start system 3 137.
Exterior light 8 illuminates green.
132Driving and operatingDriving hints
Control of the vehicle
Never coast with engine not
running
Many systems will not function in this situation ( e.g. brake servo unit, power
steering). Driving in this manner is a
danger to yourself and others.
All systems function during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 137.
Idle boost
If charging of the vehicle battery is
required due to battery condition, the
power output of the generator must
be increased. This will be achieved by an idle boost which may be audible.
A message appears in the Driver
Information Centre.
Pedals
To ensure the pedal travel is
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.Use only floor mats, which fit properly and are fixed by the retainers on the
driver side.
Steering If power steering assist is lost
because the engine stops or due to a system malfunction, the vehicle can
be steered but may require increased
effort.Starting and operating
New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period, fuel and engine oil consumption may be
higher.
Additionally, the cleaning process of
the exhaust filter may take place more
often.
Exhaust filter 3 140.
Autostop may be inhibited to allow
charging of the vehicle battery.
Ignition switch positions Turn key: