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
quite to the left and front.
Manual transmission 3 158.
Automatic transmissionP:park position, front wheels are
locked, engage only when the
vehicle is stationary and the
parking brake is appliedR:reverse gear, engage only when
the vehicle is stationaryN:neutralD:automatic modeM:manual mode
Automatic transmission 3 155.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure 3 229 and
condition 3 262
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 212
● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 37,
seats 3 45 and seat belts
3 55
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet
Instruments and controls87Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 88
Steering wheel adjustment ........88
Steering wheel controls .............88
Heated steering wheel ...............88
Horn ........................................... 89
Windscreen wiper and washer ..89
Rear window wiper and washer ...................................... 91
Outside temperature ..................91
Clock ......................................... 92
Power outlets ............................. 92
Inductive charging .....................93
Cigarette lighter ......................... 94
Ashtrays .................................... 95
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 95
Instrument cluster ......................95
Speedometer ............................. 97
Odometer .................................. 98
Trip odometer ............................ 98
Tachometer ............................... 98
Fuel gauge ................................ 99
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 99Engine oil level monitor.............99
Service display ........................ 100
Control indicators ....................100
Turn lights ................................ 101
Seat belt reminder ...................101
Airbag and belt tensioners .......101
Airbag deactivation ..................102
Charging system .....................102
Malfunction indicator light ........102
Service vehicle soon ...............103
Stop engine ............................. 103
System check .......................... 103
Brake and clutch system .........103
Parking brake .......................... 103
Electric parking brake ..............103
Electric parking brake fault ......104
Antilock brake system (ABS) ...104
Gear shifting ............................ 104
Descent control system ...........104
Lane keep assist .....................104
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........105
Engine coolant temperature ....105
Preheating ............................... 105
Exhaust filter ............................ 105
AdBlue ..................................... 105
Deflation detection system ......106
Engine oil pressure ..................106
Low fuel ................................... 106
Autostop .................................. 106Exterior light............................ 107
High beam ............................... 107
Low beam ................................ 107
High beam assist .....................107
LED headlights ........................ 107
Front fog lights ......................... 107
Rear fog light ........................... 107
Rain sensor ............................. 107
Cruise control .......................... 107
Adaptive cruise control ............107
Vehicle detected ahead ...........107
Side blind spot alert .................108
Active emergency braking .......108
Speed limiter ........................... 108
Door open ................................ 108
Displays ..................................... 108
Driver Information Centre ........108
Info Display .............................. 111
Head-up display ......................112
Rear view display ....................114
Vehicle messages ......................115
Warning chimes .......................115
Battery voltage ........................ 115
Vehicle personalisation ..............116
Instruments and controls97OverviewOTurn signal 3 101XSeat belt reminder 3 101vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 101VAirbag deactivation 3 102pCharging system 3 102ZMalfunction indicator light
3 102HService vehicle soon 3 103YStop engine 3 103JSystem check 3 103RBrake and clutch system
3 103m , oParking brake 3 103
Electric parking brake 3 103uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 104RGear shifting 3 104LLane keep assist 3 104bElectronic Stability Control
and Traction Control system
3 105!Preheating 3 105%Exhaust filter 3 105YAdBlue 3 105wDeflation detection system
3 106IEngine oil pressure 3 106Y oLow fuel 3 106W oEngine coolant temperature
high 3 105DAutostop 3 1068Exterior light 3 1079Low beam 3 107CHigh beam 3 107fHigh beam assist 3 107òDescent control system
3 104>Fog light 3 107øRear fog light 3 107
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Instruments and controls99Fuel gauge
Displays the level in the fuel tank.
Control indicator o illuminates if the
level in the tank is low.
Never run the fuel tank dry.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified fuel tank capacity.
Engine coolant temperature
gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.
50:engine operating temperature
not yet reached90:normal operating temperature130:temperature too high
Control indicator o illuminates if
coolant temperature is too high. Switch off engine immediately.
Caution
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 engine oil level is
indicated by the message Oil level
correct .
If engine oil level is low, I flashes
and Oil level incorrect is indicated,
accompanied by the H indicator.
Confirm engine oil level by using the oil dipstick and top up engine oil
respectively.
Engine oil 3 212.
A fault of measurement is indicated
by the message Oil level
measurement invalid . Check engine
oil level manually by using the
dipstick.
100Instruments and controlsService displayThe 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 3 249.
A required service due is displayed in the Driver Information Centre forseven seconds after switching on the
ignition.
If no service is required for the next
1800 miles or more no service
information appears in the display.
If service is required within the next
1800 miles, 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
600 miles, < 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 CHECK
● switch on ignition, the distance indication begins a countdown
● when the display indicates =0,
release the button
< disappearsRetrieving service information
To retrieve the status of the service
information at any time press button
CHECK . The service information is
displayed for a few seconds.
Service information 3 249.
Control indicators The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. Depending on the
equipment, the position of the control indicators may vary. When the
Instruments and controls103Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon
H illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
May illuminate together with other
control indicators and a
corresponding message in the Driver
Information Centre.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Stop engine
Y illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.Illuminates together with other controlindicators, accompanied by a warning
chime and a corresponding message in the Driver Information Centre.
Stop engine immediately and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
System check
J illuminates yellow or red.
Illuminates yellow
A minor engine fault has been
detected.
Illuminates red
A major engine fault has been
detected.
Stop engine as soon as possible and seek the assistance of a workshop.
Brake and clutch system
R illuminates red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low.9 Warning
Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.
Parking brake
m illuminates red.
Illuminates when the manual parking
brake is applied and ignition is
switched on 3 160.
Electric parking brake
m illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
Electric parking brake is applied
3 160.
Flashes
Electric parking brake is not applied
automatically. The application or the
release is faulty.
Instruments and controls105Electronic Stability Controland Traction Control system
b illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
A fault in the system is present.
Continued driving is possible. Driving
stability, however, may deteriorate
depending on road surface
conditions.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Electronic Stability Control and
Traction Control system 3 163.
Selective ride control 3 165.
Engine coolant temperature
o illuminates red.Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level immediately
3 213.
If there is sufficient coolant, consult a workshop.
Preheating
! illuminates yellow.
Preheating of diesel engine is
activated. Only activates when
outside temperature is low. Start the
engine when control indicator
extinguishes.
Exhaust filter
% or H illuminates yellow,
accompanied by a message in the
Driver Information Centre.
The exhaust filter requires cleaning.
Continue driving until the control
indicator extinguishes.
Illuminates temporarily Start of saturation of the exhaust filter.
Start cleaning process as soon as
possible by driving at a vehicle speed of at least 40 mph.
Illuminates constantly Indication of a low additive level. Seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Exhaust filter 3 151.
AdBlue Y flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates yellow
The remaining driving range is
between 500 miles and 1500 miles.
Flashes yellow The remaining driving range is
between 0 miles and 500 miles.
AdBlue level is low. Refill AdBlue
soon to avoid prevention of the
engine start.
106Instruments and controlsAdBlue 3 152.
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 3 230.
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, set selector lever to N.
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.
Low fuel o illuminates yellow.
Level in fuel tank is too low.
Refuelling 3 203.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 216.
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 3 147.