Vehicle care215
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
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
Never tow a vehicle equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) with the
front or rear tyres on the road. If
you tow a vehicle equipped with
AWD while the front or rear tyres
are rolling on the road, the drive
system in the vehicle could be
severely damaged. When towing
vehicles equipped with AWD, all
four tyres must not be in contact
with the road.
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 system 3 127 and
close the windows.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards. The maximum speed is
50 mph. In all other cases, and when
the transmission is defective, the front axle must be raised off the ground.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Do not tow the vehicle using a towing eye. Towing with a tow rope could
cause severe automatic transmission damage. When towing vehicles with
automatic transmission, use flat bed
or wheel lift equipment.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap and close cap.
Vehicle care217Appearance care
Exterior care LocksThe locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use 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.
WashingThe 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.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper must be
switched off. 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.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
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.
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.
Plastic body parts must not be treated
with wax or polishing agents.
Vehicle care219Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery
Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of
heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light-
coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, e.g. zips, belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior
cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
242Customer informationDepending on technical equipment
level, the data stored is as follows:
● system component operating states (e.g. fill level, tyre
pressure, battery status)
● faults and defects in important system components (e.g. lights,
brakes)
● system reactions in special driving situations (e.g. triggering
of an airbag, actuation of the
stability control systems)
● information on events damaging the vehicle
● for electric vehicles the amount of
charge in the high-voltage
battery, estimated range
In special cases (e.g. if the vehicle
has detected a malfunction), it may be
necessary to save data that would
otherwise just be volatile.
When you use services (e.g. repairs,
maintenance), the operating data
saved can be read together with the
vehicle identification number and
used where necessary. Staff working
for the service network ( e.g. garages,
manufacturers) or third parties (e.g.breakdown services) can read the
data from the vehicle. The same
applies to warranty work and quality
assurance measures.
Data is generally read via the OBD
(On-Board Diagnostics) port
prescribed by law in the vehicle. The operating data which is read out,
documents the technical condition of
the vehicle or individual components
and assists with fault diagnosis,
compliance with warranty obligations
and quality improvement. This data,
in particular information on
component stress, technical events,
operator errors and other faults, is
transmitted to the manufacturer
where appropriate, together with the
vehicle identification number. The
manufacturer is also subject to
product liability. The manufacturer
potentially also uses operating data
from vehicles for product recalls. This
data can also be used to check
customer warranty and guarantee
claims.
Fault memories in the vehicle can be
reset by a service company when
carrying out servicing or repairs or at
your request.Comfort and infotainment
functions
Comfort settings and custom settingscan be stored in the vehicle and
changed or reset at any time.
Depending on the equipment level in
question, these include
● seat and steering wheel position settings
● chassis and air conditioning settings
● custom settings such as interior lighting
You can input your own data in the
infotainment functions for your
vehicle as part of the selected
features.
Depending on the equipment level in
question, these include
● multimedia data such as music, videos or photos for playback in
an integrated multimedia system
● address book data for use with an
integrated hands-free system or an integrated navigation system
246IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 179
Adaptive forward lighting .....95, 119
AdBlue .................................. 94, 143
Adjustable air vents ...................130
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........91
Airbag deactivation ................51, 92
Airbag label................................... 46 Airbag system .............................. 46
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 131
Air conditioning system .............. 127
Air intake .................................... 131
Air vents...................................... 130
All-wheel drive ........................... 149
Antilock brake system ................ 150
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......93
Anti-theft alarm system ................30
Anti-theft locking system .............. 30
Appearance care ........................217
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................34
Automatic light control ...............116
Automatic locking ........................28
Automatic transmission .............145
Autostop ..................................... 138
Auxiliary heater ........................... 130B
Battery discharge protection ......125
Battery voltage ........................... 104
Bicycle rack .................................. 60
BlueInjection ............................... 143
Bonnet ....................................... 181
Brake and clutch fluid .................221
Brake and clutch system .............92
Brake assist ............................... 151
Brake fluid .................................. 184
Brakes ............................... 150, 184
Breakdown.................................. 214
Bulb replacement ....................... 187
C Capacities .................................. 233
Catalytic converter .....................142
Central locking system ................24
Centre console storage ...............60
Changing tyre and wheel size ...204
Charging system .......................... 92
Child locks ................................... 29
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 55
Child restraints.............................. 52
Child restraint systems ................52
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............126
Clock............................................. 80
Code ........................................... 103
247Control indicators.......................... 87
Control of the vehicle .................133
Controls ........................................ 76
Convex shape .............................. 32
Coolant and antifreeze ...............221
Cruise control ...................... 95, 154
Cupholders .................................. 58
Curtain airbag system .................. 50
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............119
Declaration of conformity ............235
DEF ............................................ 143
Delayed locking ............................ 27
Descent control system .......93, 153
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................143
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......186
Door open .................................... 96
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver assistance systems ..........154
Driver Information Centre .............96
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 175
Driving hints ................................ 133
E Electric adjustment ......................32
Electrical system......................... 192
Electronic climate control system 128
Electronic driving programmes ..147Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Control.......... 152
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............93
Electronic Stability Control off....... 93
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......180
Engine compartment fuse box ...193
Engine coolant ........................... 183
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 86
Engine data ............................... 228
Engine exhaust .......................... 141
Engine identification ...................224
Engine oil ................... 182, 221, 225
Engine oil pressure ......................94
Entry lighting .............................. 124
ERA GLONASS .......................... 113
Event data recorders ..................241
Exhaust filter ............................... 141
Exit lighting ................................ 125
Exterior care .............................. 217
Exterior light ................................. 95
Exterior lighting ....................12, 115
Exterior mirrors ............................. 32
F
Fault ........................................... 147
First aid kit ................................... 72
Fixed air vents ........................... 131
Flex-Fix system ............................ 60Folding mirrors ............................. 32
Following distance indication ......159
Forward collision alert................. 157
Front airbag system .....................49
Front fog lights .............95, 122, 189
Front seats.................................... 39
Front storage ................................ 59
Fuel............................................. 168
Fuel for diesel engines ..............170
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......170
Fuel for petrol engines ...............168
Fuel gauge ................................... 84
Fuel selector ................................ 85
Fuses ......................................... 192
G
Gauges ......................................... 83
Gear shifting ................................. 93
General information ...................175
Glovebox ..................................... 58
Glove box lighting .......................124
H Halogen headlights ....................188
Hand brake ................................. 150
Hazard warning flashers ............121
Headlight flash ........................... 117
Headlight range adjustment ......118
Headlights when driving abroad 118
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 38
248Heated mirrors ............................. 33
Heated rear window ..................... 36
Heated steering wheel .................76
Heating ........................................ 42
Heating and ventilation system . 126
High beam ........................... 95, 116
High beam assist ..................95, 117
Hill start assist ........................... 151
Horn ....................................... 13, 77
I
Identification plate .....................223
Ignition switch positions .............134
Immobiliser ............................ 31, 95
Indicators ...................................... 83
Info Display ................................. 101
Information displays...................... 96
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument panel fuse box .........194
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 123
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 219
Interior lighting ............................ 123
Interior lights .............................. 123
Interior mirrors .............................. 33
Interruption of power supply ......148
Introduction .................................... 3
J
Jump starting ............................. 213K
Key, memorised settings ..............24
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane departure warning .......93, 167
Lashing eyes ............................... 72
Lighting features .........................124
Light switch ................................ 115
Load compartment ................29, 70
Load compartment cover .............71
Load compartment fuse box ......196
Loading information .....................73
Low fuel ....................................... 94
LPG .............................. 85, 170, 225
M Malfunction indicator light ............92
Manual anti-dazzle ......................33
Manual mode ............................. 147
Manual transmission .................. 148
Manual windows ..........................34
Memorised settings ......................24
Midlevel display ............................ 96
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................123
N New vehicle running-in ..............133
Number plate light .....................191O
Object detection systems ...........160
Odometer ..................................... 83
Oil, engine .......................... 221, 225
OnStar ........................................ 109
Outside temperature ....................79
Overrun cut-off ........................... 138
P Parking ................................ 18, 140
Parking assist ............................ 160
Parking brake ............................ 150
Particulate filter ........................... 141
Performance .............................. 230
Performing work ........................181
Power button .............................. 135
Power outlets ............................... 82
Power steering fluid ....................183
Power windows ............................ 34
Preheating ................................... 94
Puncture ..................................... 208
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 244
Radio remote control ...................21
REACH ....................................... 239
Reading lights ............................ 124
Rear carrier system ......................60
Rear floor storage cover ..............72
Rear fog light ...............95, 122, 191
249Rear view camera ...................... 162
Rear window wiper and washer ..79
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 221, 225
Refuelling ................................... 171
Registered trademarks ...............240
Retained power off .....................136
Reversing lights .........................122
Ride control systems ..................151
Roof .............................................. 36
Roof load ...................................... 73
Roof rack ..................................... 73
S Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 40
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................91
Seat belts ..................................... 43
Seat heating ................................. 42
Seat position ................................ 39
Selective catalytic reduction .......143
Selector lever ............................. 146
Service ....................................... 131
Service display ............................ 86
Service information ....................220
Side airbag system ......................50
Software acknowledgement .......239
Spare wheel ............................... 209
Speed limiter......................... 96, 156
Speedometer ............................... 83Starting and operating ................133
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................136
Steering ...................................... 133
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 76
Steering wheel controls ...............76
Stop-start system........................ 138
Storage compartments .................58
Sunroof ........................................ 36
Sunvisor lights ........................... 124
Sun visors .................................... 36
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 84
Tail lights ................................... 190
Three-point seat belt .................... 44
Tools .......................................... 197
Tow bar....................................... 175
Towing ................................ 175, 214
Towing another vehicle .............216
Towing equipment .....................176
Towing the vehicle .....................214
Traction Control system ............. 151
Traction Control system off........... 94
Traffic sign assistant .............96, 164
Trailer towing ............................. 176
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................145
Tread depth ............................... 204Trip odometer .............................. 83
Turn lights ............................ 91, 122
Tyre chains ................................ 205
Tyre designations ......................198
Tyre pressure ............................ 199
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 94, 200
Tyre pressures ........................... 234
Tyre repair kit ............................. 205
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 160
Underseat storage .......................59
Upholstery .................................. 219
Uplevel display ............................. 96
Using this manual ..........................3
V Valet mode ................................. 101
Vehicle battery ........................... 185
Vehicle checks............................ 181
Vehicle data ................................ 225
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 241
Vehicle detected ahead ................96
Vehicle dimensions .................... 232
Vehicle Identification Number ....223
Vehicle jack ................................ 197
Vehicle messages .....................103
Vehicle personalisation .............105
Vehicle security ............................ 30