
Driving and operating141Deactivation
Deactivate the stop-start system
manually by pressing  Î.
Deactivation is indicated when the
LED in the button illuminates.
To reactivate, press  Î again. The
LED extinguishes in the button. The system is reactivated automatically
the next time the ignition is switched
on.
Note
When the fast idle function is
activated, the stop-start system is
automatically deactivated and
cannot be reactivated by pressing
Î . LED in button illuminates to
indicate deactivation and a
corresponding message may
appear in the Driver Information
Centre  3 106.
Idle speed control  3 140.
AutostopManual transmission
If the vehicle is at low speed or
standstill, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● depress the clutch pedal
● move the selector lever to neutral
● release the clutch pedal
Control indicator  Ï may flash if the
clutch is not released sufficiently.Manual transmission automated
If the vehicle is at a standstill, activate an Autostop as follows:
● selector lever in position  N (or
A/M )
● depress brake pedal firmly
● do not accelerate
The engine will be switched off while
the ignition stays on if the required
conditions are fulfilled.
An Autostop is indicated when  Ï
illuminates green in the instrument
cluster  3 105.
During an Autostop, the heating
performance, power steering and
brake performance will be
maintained. Brake assist, however, is
not available  3 160.
Note
If you exit the vehicle while the
engine is in an Autostop, a warning
chime will sound as a reminder that
the engine is on standby and has not been switched off. 

Driving and operating155Starting the engine
Depress the brake pedal when
starting the engine. If the brake pedal
is not depressed,  T illuminates in the
transmission display and the engine
cannot be started.
When the brake pedal is depressed,
the transmission automatically shifts
to  N (neutral). "N" appears in the
transmission display and the engine
can be started. There may be a slight delay.
Selector leverAlways move the selector lever in the
appropriate direction as far as it will
go. Upon release, it automatically
returns to the centre position.N:neutralA/M:switch between automatic and manual mode
The transmission display
shows "A" when in automatic
mode.R:reverse gear
Engage only when vehicle is
stationary. The transmission
display shows "R" when
reverse gear is engaged.+:shift to a higher gear.-:shift to a lower gear.
Starting off
When the engine is started, the
transmission is in automatic mode. Depress the brake pedal and move
the selector lever towards  + to
engage first gear.
If  R is selected, reverse gear is
engaged. The vehicle starts to move
when the brake pedal is released. To
start off quickly, release the brake pedal and accelerate immediately
after engaging a gear.
In automatic mode the transmission
shifts to other gears automatically,
dependent on driving conditions.
To engage manual mode, move the
selector lever towards  A/M. The
current gear will appear in the
transmission display.
To engage first gear, depress brake
pedal and move selector lever
towards  + or  -. Shift to a higher or
lower gear by moving selector lever to +  or  -. Gears can be skipped by
moving the selector lever repeatedly
at short intervals.
Stopping the vehicle In automatic or manual mode,
first gear  is engaged and the clutch is
released when the vehicle is stopped.
In  R, reverse gear remains engaged.
When stopping on gradients, engage
parking brake or depress the brake
pedal. To prevent overheating of the
clutch, an intermittent audible 

Driving and operating175Diesel fuel that meets standard
EN16734 mixed with a biofuel that
meets standard EN14214 (possibly
containing up to 10% Fatty Acid
Methyl Ester).
If travelling in countries outside the
European Union, occasional use of
Euro-Diesel fuel with a sulphur
concentration below 50 ppm is
possible.Caution
Frequent usage of diesel fuel containing more than 15 ppm
sulphur will cause severe engine
damage.
Caution
Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 590 or similar can lead to
engine powerloss, increased wear
or engine damage and may affect
your warranty.
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating
oils, Aquazole and similar diesel-
water emulsions. Diesel fuels must
not be diluted with fuels for petrol
engines. Do not use additives.
The flow and filterability of diesel fuels are temperature-dependent. When
temperatures are low, refuel with
diesel fuel with guaranteed winter
properties.
Diesel fuel filter  3 189.
Diesel fuel system bleeding  3 189.
Low temperature operation
At temperatures below 0 °C, some
diesel products with biodiesel blends
may clog, freeze or gel, which may
affect the fuel supply system. Starting
and engine operation may not work
properly. Make sure to fill winter
grade diesel fuel at ambient
temperatures below 0 °C.
Arctic grade diesel fuel can be used
in extreme cold temperatures below
-20 °C. Using this fuel grade in warm
or hot climates is not recommended
and may cause engine stalling, poor starting or damage to the fuel
injection system.Refuelling9 Danger
Before refuelling, switch off engine
and any external heaters with
combustion chambers. Switch off
any mobile phones.
Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station
when refuelling.
9 Danger
Fuel is flammable and explosive.
No smoking. No naked flames or
sparks.
If you can smell fuel in your
vehicle, have the cause of this
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
A label with symbols at the fuel filler
flap is indicating the allowed fuel
types. In Europe the pump nozzles of
the filling stations are marked with
these symbols. Refuel only the
allowed fuel type. 

Vehicle care201
To help in replacing fuses, a fuse
extractor is located in the instrument
panel fuse box.
Place the fuse extractor on the
various types of fuse from the top or
side, and withdraw fuse.
Engine compartment fusebox
Located below the coolant expansion tank.
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
Due to restricted accessibility, have
fuses replaced by a workshop.SymbolCircuitSRight side lightsTLeft side lightsWRight low beamaLeft low beam>Front fog lightLLeft high beamNRight high beamuABSKWindscreen wiperSymbolCircuitnHeating and ventilation
system / Air conditioningVHeated windscreenQPneumatic suspension
Instrument panel fuse box
Located behind the trim panel on the
left-hand side of the instrument panel.
Pull upper part of trim panel to
remove.
Do not store any objects behind this
panel. 

202Vehicle careSome circuits may be protected by
several fuses.SymbolCircuitZInfotainment system / Seat
heating / Driver Information
Centre / Audio connec‐
tions / Alarm?Power outletÌCigarette lightereInstrument panelUCentral locking0Interior lightsOTurn lights / Rear fog lights / Body control moduleDIAGDiagnostic connectoruABS / Electronic Stability
ControldInterior lights / Brake lightsZBody control moduleSTOPBrake lightSymbolCircuitIBody control module /
Power windows / Heating
and ventilation system / Air
conditioningmLeft heated rear windownRight heated rear windowRWindscreen washerMElectronic immobiliserUHeated seatsFBLCornering lightlHands-free connection&TachographPTOPower take-offjHornÍPreheating / Diesel fuel filterxClimate control fandHeated exterior mirrorsTLeft-hand side lightSRight-hand side lightSymbolCircuitONavigation systemADPAdditional adaptations,Power windows / Body
control module
Load compartment fuse box
Combi
Located behind the trim panel on the
right-hand side of the load
compartment, beside the rear door. 

204Vehicle careNo.Circuit1Stop-start2Power sliding door lock electro‐
magnet3Power sliding door lock chime4Speed 2: right-hand evaporator
fan5Speed 2: left-hand evaporator
fan6Speed 1: left-hand evaporator
fan7Left-hand heating8Speed 3: left-hand evaporator
fan9Condenser fan10Right-hand heating11Speed 3: right-hand evaporator
fan12Power sliding door13Corridor lightingNo.Circuit14Foot panel15Child safety warning chime16Speed 1: right-hand evaporator
fan
Some circuits may be protected by
several fuses.
Vehicle tools
Tools
Vehicles with spare wheel
The jack, wheel wrench, adapters (for
spare wheel removal), hub cap hook
and towing eye are contained in a
unit, stowed under the front seat.
Note
Depending on vehicle, there may be
multiple adapters for spare wheel
removal. 

Vehicle care223If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wipers must be switched off and the exterior
mirrors must be folded in. Remove
antenna and external accessories
such as roof racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly 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.
Do not use hard objects to remove
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on
painted surfaces.
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.
Unpainted plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Matt filmed body parts or decor tapes must not be polished, to avoid
gleaming. Do not use hot wax
programmes in automatic car washes if the vehicle is equipped with theseparts.
Matt painted decor parts, e.g. mirror
housing cover, must not be polished.
Otherwise these parts would become
agleam or the colour would be
dissolved.
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. 

244First aid kit ................................... 84
Fixed air vents  ........................... 134
Fog lights .................................... 116
Folding mirrors ............................. 41
Folding seat .................................. 77
Front airbag system  .....................64
Front courtesy light .....................117
Front fog lights  ...105, 112, 116, 194
Front reading light....................... 118
Front seats.................................... 48
Front storage ................................ 77
Front turn lights .......................... 194
Fuel economy rating (ecoScoring) ............................ 109
Fuel for diesel engines  ..............174
Fuel gauge ................................... 95
Fuel tank ..................................... 232
Fuse box ............................. 201, 202
Fuses  ......................................... 200
G
Gauges ......................................... 93
Gear shifting ............................... 102
General information  ...................177
Glass panel .................................. 46
Glovebox  ..................................... 77
Glovebox cooler ......................... 134
Grab handles ................................ 79
Ground clearance .......................144H
Hand brake - see Parking brake. 159
Hazard warning flashers  ............115
Headlight flash  ........................... 114
Headlight range adjustment  ......114
Headlights .................. 112, 113, 191
Headlights when driving abroad  115
Head restraint adjustment  .............8
Head restraints  ............................ 47
Heated exterior mirrors .................17
Heated mirrors  ............................. 41
Heated rear window ...............17, 45
Heating  ........................................ 54
Heating and ventilation system . 120
High beam  ......................... 105, 113
High beam assist ................105, 113
Hill start assist  ........................... 160
Horn  ....................................... 16, 88
Hub cap hook ............................. 204
I
Identification plate  .....................231
Idle speed control .......................140
Ignition switch positions  .............138
Immobiliser  .................................. 40
Indicators ...................................... 93
Info Display ................................. 107
Information displays.................... 106
Infotainment system ...................107
Initial drive information.................... 6Instrument cluster  ........................93
Instrument panel fuse box  .........201
Instrument panel illumination  .....199
Instrument panel overview ........... 11
Instrument panel storage ..............76
Interior care  ............................... 224
Interior lighting ............................ 117
Interior lights  ...................... 117, 198
Interior mirrors .............................. 42
Interruption of power supply  ......158
Introduction  .................................... 3
ISOFIX .......................................... 67
J Jack ............................................ 204
Journey record............................ 109
Jump starting  ............................. 218
K Keys ............................................. 22
Keys, locks ................................... 22
L
Lane departure warning .....103, 173
Lashing eyes  ............................... 79
Lashing straps .............................. 79
Laying up the vehicle ..................187
Light covers, misted.................... 116
Lighting ....................................... 112
Lighting features .........................119
Light switch  ................................ 112