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 3 149.
Automatic transmissionP:park positionR:reverseN:neutral modeD:automatic modeM:manual mode<:upshift]:downshift
Automatic transmission 3 146.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● tyre pressure 3 220 and
condition 3 255
● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 203
● all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational
● proper position of mirrors 3 36,
seats 3 44 and seat belts
3 51
● brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet
36Keys, doors and windowsAlarmWhen triggered, the alarm siren
sounds and the hazard warning lights flash simultaneously. The number
and duration of alarm signals are
stipulated by legislation.
The anti-theft alarm system can be
deactivated by pressing c, by
pressing on one of the front door
handles at the markings with
electronic key system or switching on
the ignition.
A triggered alarm, which has not been interrupted by the driver, will be
indicated by the LED in the button
o . The LED will flash quickly the
next time the vehicle is unlocked with the radio remote control.
If the battery has been reconnected
(e.g. after maintenance work), wait for
10 minutes to restart the engine.
Fault
If the LED in the button o
illuminates permanently when
switching on the ignition, seek the
assistance of a workshop.Locking the vehicle without
activation of the anti-theft alarm
Lock the vehicle by locking the
driver's door with the integral key.
Immobiliser
The system is part of the ignition
switch and checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to be started with the key being used.
The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch.
Notice
Radio Frequency Identification
(RFID) tags may cause interference
with the key. Do not have it placed near the key when starting the
vehicle.
Notice
The immobiliser does not lock the doors. Always lock the vehicle after
leaving it 3 23 and switch on the anti-
theft alarm system 3 34.Exterior mirrors
Convex shape The shape of the mirror makes
objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate
distances.
Side blind spot alert 3 181.
Electric adjustment
Select the relevant exterior mirror by
pushing the mirror button to the left or right.
Then swivel the control to adjust the
mirror.
Instruments and controls77Instruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 78
Steering wheel adjustment ........78
Steering wheel controls .............78
Heated steering wheel ...............78
Horn ........................................... 79
Windscreen wiper and washer ..79
Rear window wiper and washer ...................................... 81
Outside temperature ..................81
Clock ......................................... 82
Power outlets ............................. 83
Inductive charging .....................85
Cigarette lighter ......................... 85
Ashtrays .................................... 86
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 86
Instrument cluster ......................86
Speedometer ............................. 89
Odometer .................................. 89
Trip odometer ............................ 89
Tachometer ............................... 89
Fuel gauge ................................ 90
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 90Engine oil level monitor.............90
Service display .......................... 91
Control indicators ......................91
Turn lights .................................. 92
Seat belt reminder .....................92
Airbag and belt tensioners .........92
Airbag deactivation ....................93
Charging system .......................93
Malfunction indicator light ..........93
Service vehicle soon .................93
Stop engine ............................... 94
System check ............................ 94
Brake and clutch system ...........94
Electric parking brake ................94
Electric parking brake fault ........94
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....95
Gear shifting .............................. 95
Lane departure warning ............95
Lane keep assist .......................95
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ...........95
Engine coolant temperature ......95
Preheating ................................. 96
Exhaust filter .............................. 96
AdBlue ....................................... 96
Deflation detection system ........96
Engine oil pressure ....................96
Low fuel ..................................... 97
Autostop .................................... 97
Exterior light .............................. 97Low beam.................................. 97
High beam ................................. 97
High beam assist .......................97
LED headlights .......................... 97
Front fog lights ........................... 98
Rear fog light ............................. 98
Rain sensor ............................... 98
Cruise control ............................ 98
Adaptive cruise control ..............98
Vehicle detected ahead .............98
Side blind spot alert ...................98
Active emergency braking .........98
Speed limiter ............................. 99
Door open .................................. 99
Displays ....................................... 99
Driver Information Centre ..........99
Info Display .............................. 101
Vehicle messages ......................103
Warning chimes .......................103
Battery voltage ........................ 103
Vehicle personalisation ..............104
Telematics service .....................107
OnStar ..................................... 107
88Instruments and controlsOverviewOTurn lights 3 92XSeat belt reminder 3 92vAirbag and belt tensioners
3 92VAirbag deactivation 3 93pCharging system 3 93ZMalfunction indicator light
3 93HService vehicle soon 3 93STOPStop engine 3 94JSystem check 3 94RBrake and clutch system
3 94m ,
oElectric parking brake
3 94EElectric parking brake fault
3 94uAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 95RGear shifting 3 95)Lane departure warning
3 95LLane keep assist 3 95bElectronic Stability Control
and Traction Control system
3 95W oEngine coolant temperature
high 3 95!Preheating 3 96%Exhaust filter 3 96YAdBlue 3 96wDeflation detection system
3 96IEngine oil pressure 3 96Y oLow fuel 3 97DAutostop 3 978Exterior light 3 979Low beam 3 97CHigh beam 3 97fHigh beam assist 3 97>Front fog lights 3 98øRear fog light 3 98
90Instruments and controlsCaution
If the needle is in the red warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk.
Fuel 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 oil level is indicated
by a message.
If oil level is low, I flashes and a
message is indicated, accompanied
by the H indicator. Confirm oil level
by using the oil dipstick and top up
engine oil respectively.
Engine oil 3 203.
A fault of measurement is indicated
by a message. Check oil level
manually by using the dipstick.
Instruments and controls91Service 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 3 239.
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
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
The symbol < disappears.Retrieving 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 3 239.
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
94Instruments and controlsSeek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Stop engine
Y illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
Illuminates together with other control indicators, 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.
Brake fluid 3 205.
Electric parking brake
m illuminates or flashes red.
Illuminates
Electric parking brake is applied
3 150.
Flashes
Electric parking brake is not applied
automatically. The application or the
release are faulty.
9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
o illuminates yellow.
Illuminates
Automatic operation is deactivated or faulty. Activate automatic operation
again or have the cause remedied by
a workshop in the event of a fault.
Automatic operation 3 150.
Electric parking brake fault E illuminates yellow.
Illuminates
Electric parking brake has a fault
3 150.
9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
96Instruments and controlsIlluminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level immediately
3 204.
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.
Starting the engine 3 137.
Exhaust filter % or H illuminates yellow.
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 constantlyIndication of a low additive level. Seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Exhaust filter 3 142.
AdBlue
Y flashes or illuminates yellow.
Illuminates yellow The remaining driving range is
between 370 mph and 1500 mph.
Flashes yellow
The remaining driving range is
between 0 and 370 mph.AdBlue level is low. Refill AdBlue
soon to avoid prevention of the
engine start. Up to 10 l of AdBlue can
be added.
AdBlue 3 143.
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 3 221.
Engine oil pressure
I illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.