142Driving and operatingSide blind spot alert is active from
speeds of 6 mph up to 87 mph.
Driving faster than 87 mph
deactivates the system, indicated by
low lighting warning symbols B in
both exterior mirrors. Reducing the speed again will extinguish the
warning symbols. If a vehicle is then
detected in the blind zone, the
warning symbols B will illuminate as
normal on the relevant side.
When the vehicle is started, both exterior mirror displays will briefly
illuminate to indicate that the system
is operating.
The system can be activated or
deactivated in the Info Display.
Vehicle personalisation 3 90.
Deactivation is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre.
Detection zones
The detection zones start at the rear bumper and extend approx. 3 m
rearwards and to the sides. The
height of the zone is between approx. 0.5 m and 2 m off the ground.Side blind spot alert is designed to
ignore stationary objects, e.g.
guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and
beams. Parked vehicles or oncoming
vehicles are not detected.
Fault
Occasional missed alerts can occur
under normal circumstances and will
increase in wet conditions.
Side blind spot alert does not operate when the left or right corners of the
rear bumper are covered with mud,
dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy
rainstorms.
Cleaning instructions 3 191.
In the event of a fault in the system or if the system does not work due to
temporary conditions, a message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.Fuel
Fuel for petrol engines
Only use unleaded fuel that complies
with European standard EN 228 or
equivalent.
The engine is capable of running with
fuel that contains up to 10% ethanol
(e.g. named E10).
Use fuel with the recommended
octane rating. A lower octane rating can reduce engine power and torque
and slightly increases fuel
consumption.
Driving and operating143Caution
Do not use fuel or fuel additives
that contain metallic compounds
such as manganese-based
additives. This may cause engine
damage.
Caution
Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 228 or equivalent can lead todeposits or engine damage.
Caution
Use of fuel with a lower octane
rating than the lowest possible
rating could lead to uncontrolled combustion and engine damage.
The engine-specific requirements
regarding octane rating are given in
the engine data overview 3 203. A
country-specific label at the fuel filler
flap can supersede the requirement.
Fuel additive
Fuel should contain detergent
additives that help prevent engine
and fuel system deposits from
forming. Clean fuel injectors and
intake valves will allow the emission
control system to work properly. In
certain countries fuel does not
contain sufficient quantities of
additive to keep fuel injectors and
intake valves clean. In these
countries a fuel additive is required for
some engines to make up for this lack
of detergency. Only use fuel additive
approved for the vehicle.
Adding fuel additive to the filled fuel
tank is required at least every 10,000 miles or after one year, whichever
occurs first. For further information,
contact your workshop.
Prohibited fuels
Fuels containing oxygenates such as
ethers and ethanol, as well as
reformulated fuel, are available in
some cities. If these fuels comply with the previously described
specification, then they are
acceptable to use. However, E85(85% ethanol) and other fuels
containing more than 15% ethanol
must be used only in FlexFuel
vehicles.Caution
Do not use fuel containing
methanol. It can corrode metal
parts in the fuel system and also
damage plastic and rubber parts.
This damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Some fuels, mainly high octane
racing fuels, can contain an octane
enhancing additive called
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use fuels or fuel additives with MMT as they can
reduce spark plug life and affect
emission control system
performance. The malfunction
indicator light Z may illuminate 3 76.
If this occurs, seek the assistance of
a workshop.
168Vehicle careNo.Circuit1–2–3Power windows4Voltage transformer5Body control module 16Body control module 27Body control module 38Body control module 49Body control module 510Body control module 611Body control module 712Body control module 813–14Tailgate15Airbag module16Diagnose connector17Ignition switchNo.Circuit18Air conditioning system19Audio amplifier20Parking assist21Brake switch22Infotainment system23USB charging port24Infotainment system25OnStar26Instrument panel27Seat heating, driver28–29–30Ignition31Antitheft alarm system32Seat heating, passenger33Heated steering wheel34–
170Vehicle careOn version with storage box, the
suitcase with the tools, the towing eye is located in a chamber of the box in
the load compartment 3 54.
On version with subwoofer box, the
tools and the towing eye are located
together with the warning triangle in
the box below the floor cover. To gain
access, remove floor cover: fold rear
part to the front and pull out the cover to the rear 3 55.
Vehicles with spare wheel
The jack, the wheel bolt wrench, the
tools and two straps for securing a
damaged wheel are in the tool box below the load compartment floor
cover 3 55.
Wheels and tyres
Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tyre and wheel
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking.
Regularly check the wheels for
damage. Seek the assistance of a
workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear.
We recommend not swapping the
front wheels with the rear wheels and vice versa, as this can affect vehicle
stability. Always use less worn tyres
on the rear axle.
Winter tyres
Winter tyres improve driving safety at temperatures below 7 °C and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter
tyres 3 206.
Tyre size 185/60 R 15 is only
permitted as winter tyre.
Vehicle care191
2. Screw in the towing eye as far asit will go until it stops in a
horizontal position.
3. Attach a tow rope – or better still a
tow rod – to the towing eye.
General
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.
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.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap and engage in the front
bumper.
Appearance care
Exterior care
Locks The locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use a de-icing agent only
when absolutely necessary, as this has a degreasing effect and impairs
lock function. After using a de-icing
agent, have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
WashingAdam without foldable sunroof:
The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing. Restrictions for
filmed or matt painted body parts or
decor tapes, see "Polishing and
waxing".
218Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 194
Interior lighting ............................ 102
Interior lights ...................... 102, 164
Interior mirrors .............................. 27
Introduction .................................... 3
J Jump starting ............................. 188
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L Lashing eyes ............................... 56
Light switch .................................. 98
Load compartment ................24, 53
Load compartment cover .............54
Loading information .....................58
Low fuel ....................................... 79
LPG .............................. 69, 144, 200
M Malfunction indicator light ............76
Manual anti-dazzle ......................27
Manual transmission .................. 123
Memorised settings ......................21
Midlevel Display............................ 80Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................102
N
New vehicle running-in ..............116
Number plate light .....................163
O Object detection systems ...........132
Odometer ..................................... 68
Oil, engine .......................... 196, 200
OnStar .......................................... 93
Operate pedal ............................... 76
Outside temperature ....................64
Overrun cut-off ........................... 118
P Parking ................................ 17, 120
Parking assist ...................... 77, 132
Parking brake ............................ 124
Parking lights ............................. 101
Particulate filter ........................... 121
Performing work ........................150
Power outlets ............................... 66
Power steering.............................. 77
Power windows ............................ 27
Puncture ..................................... 182R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 215
Radio remote control ...................20
REACH ....................................... 210
Rear floor storage cover ..............55
Rear fog light ...............79, 101, 159
Rear storage ................................. 54
Rear window wiper and washer ..63
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 196, 200
Refuelling ................................... 144 Registered trademarks ...............212
Retained power off .....................117
Reversing lights .........................102
Ride control systems ..................125
Roof load ...................................... 58
Roof rack ..................................... 58
S Safety belts ................................... 36
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 33
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................74
Seat belts ..................................... 36
Seat folding .................................. 34
Seat heating ................................. 35
Seat position ................................ 32
Service ....................................... 114 Service display ............................ 71