Keys, doors and windows19Keys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 19
Keys .......................................... 19
Car Pass .................................... 20
Radio remote control .................20
Electronic key system ................21
Door locks ................................. 24
Central locking system ..............24
Automatic locking ......................30
Child locks ................................. 30
Doors ........................................... 31
Sliding door ............................... 31
Rear doors ................................. 31
Load compartment ....................33
Vehicle security ............................ 35
Anti-theft locking system ...........35
Anti-theft alarm system ..............36
Immobiliser ................................ 38
Exterior mirrors ............................ 39
Convex shape ........................... 39
Manual adjustment ....................39
Electric adjustment ....................39
Folding mirrors .......................... 39
Heated mirrors ........................... 40Interior mirrors............................. 40
Manual anti-dazzle ....................40
Automatic anti-dazzle ................41
Windows ...................................... 41
Windscreen ............................... 41
Power windows ......................... 42
Rear windows ............................ 42
Heated rear window ..................43
Sun visors .................................. 43Keys, locks
KeysCaution
Do not attach heavy or bulky items to the ignition key.
Replacement keys
The key number is specified on the
key or on a detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
If the electronic key needs to be
replaced, the vehicle must be taken to a workshop.
Locks 3 200.
Radio remote control 3 20.
Electronic key system 3 21.
Central locking system 3 24.
Starting the engine 3 133.
Keys, doors and windows27Electronic key system operation
For hands-free operation, the
electronic key must be outside the
vehicle, within a range of approx.
1 m of the front doors or load
compartment.
Notice
There is no button for hands-free
operation in the exterior door handle
of the sliding side door.
There must be no electronic key left
inside the vehicle and no additional
electronic key in the detection zones, or hands-free operation of the centrallocking system will not work.
Operation of central locking system
with the electronic key is confirmed by
the hazard warning flashers. The
hazard warning flashers flash once to
indicate the vehicle is unlocked, and
twice to indicate the vehicle is locked.
When locking, if a door is open or
incorrectly closed, the central locking
system will lock and unlock in quick
succession without flashing the
hazard warning flashers.9 Danger
Never leave an electronic key
inside the vehicle when children or animals are left in the vehicle, to
avoid unintended operation of
windows, doors or engine. Risk of
fatal injury.
Unlocking with electronic key - hands-
free operation
Press the button on either front door
exterior handle to unlock, and pull the
handle to open.
30Keys, doors and windows5 seconds. When closing the rear
doors / tailgate, they are locked
automatically.
Automatic locking 3 30.
Hands-free operation is automatically disabled when e is pressed. To re-
enable hands-free operation, restart
the engine.
Electronic key system 3 21.
Automatic locking Automatic locking after driving off
This security feature can be
configured to automatically lock the
doors and load compartment as soon as the vehicle is driven.
Activation
With the engine running, press and
hold e on the central locking switch for
approx. 5 seconds. An audible signal
confirms activation.Deactivation
With the engine running, press and
hold e on the central locking switch for
approx. 5 seconds. An audible signal
confirms deactivation.
Central locking switch 3 24.
Child locks
The child safety lock for the sliding
side door is located on its rearward
facing edge.
To prevent the sliding side door from being opened from the inside, open
the door and engage the child lock.
9 Warning
Use the child locks whenever
children are occupying the rear
seats, to prevent unintentional
opening from the inside.
Using a suitable tool, turn the child
lock switch in the sliding side door to
the locked position; the door cannot
be opened from the inside.
The child lock remains engaged even after unlocking the vehicle with the
remote control. The door can only be
opened from outside.
To disengage, turn the child lock
switch to the unlocked position.
Seats, restraints65Top-Tether anchorsTop-Tether anchors are located on
the back of the seat.
In addition to the ISOFIX mounting
brackets, fasten the Top-Tether strap
to the Top-Tether anchors. The strap
must run between the two guide rods of the head restraint.
ISOFIX child restraint systems of
universal category positions are
marked in the table by IUF 3 66.
Selecting the right system The rear seats are the most
convenient location to fasten a child
restraint system.
Children should travel facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. This makes sure that the
child's backbone, which is still very
weak, is under less strain in the event
of an accident.
Suitable are restraint systems that
comply with valid UN ECE
regulations. Check local laws and
regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems.
Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the
vehicle type.
Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct, see following
tables.
Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.
When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat beltor remove it from the vehicle.
Notice
Do not affix anything on the child
restraint systems and do not cover
them with any other materials.A child restraint system which has
been subjected to stress in an
accident must be replaced.
Child locks 3 30.
Central locking system 3 24.
Driving and operating133These functions stop working when
the driver's door is opened and the vehicle is locked.
Notice
Always take the electronic key with
you when exiting the vehicle.
The electronic key being left in the
card reader is indicated by a warning
chime 3 103 and a message in the
Driver Information Centre 3 102
when the driver's door is opened.9 Danger
Never leave an electronic key
inside the vehicle when children or animals are left in the vehicle, to
avoid unintended operation of
windows, doors or engine. Risk of
fatal injury.
Fault
If the engine cannot be started, the
cause may be one of the following:
● Fault in electronic key.
● Electronic key out of reception range.
● Battery voltage too low.
● Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequentintervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.
● Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources.
Battery replacement 3 20.
Central locking system 3 24.
Electronic key system 3 21.
Starting the engine
Manual transmission: operate clutch.
Do not accelerate.
Diesel engines: turn the key to
position 2 for preheating until control
indicator ! extinguishes in the
instrument cluster 3 99.
Turn key to position 3 and release.
The increased engine speed
automatically returns to normal idling
speed as the engine temperature
rises.
Start attempts should not last longer
than 15 seconds. If engine does not
start, wait 15 seconds before
repeating starting procedure. If
necessary, depress accelerator
before repeating starting procedure.
Before restarting or to switch off the
engine, turn key back to 0.
During an Autostop, the engine can
be started by depressing the clutch
pedal.
Stop-start system 3 135.
Vehicle care199Caution
Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear. The front towing eye must
only be used for towing and not
recovering a vehicle.
Caution
Activate the child locks in the rear
doors if the rear seats are
occupied.
Child locks 3 30.
Switch on ignition to permit operation
of brake lights, horn and windscreen
wipers, and move the steering wheel
slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
Notice
Depending on version, it may be
necessary to switch on the engine to
permit operation of brake lights.
Move 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.
Switch on hazard warning flashers
3 111.
To prevent the entry of exhaust fumes
from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation system 3 117 and
close the windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace cap.
Towing another vehicle
The fixed towing eye is located under the rear bumper, on the left vehicle
side.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the rear towing eye, never to
the rear axle and suspension units.
The rear towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering a
vehicle.
222IndexAAbsorptive Glass Mat battery .....171
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 165
AdBlue .................. 99, 104, 140, 204
AdBlue tank ................................ 212
Adjustable air vents ...................127
AGM battery ............................... 171
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........96
Airbag deactivation ................62, 96
Airbag label............................. 58, 62
Airbag system .............................. 58
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 128
Air conditioning system .............. 117
Air intake .................................... 128
Air recirculation ...................117, 198
Air vents...................................... 127
Alert ............................................ 103
Antifreeze ................................... 169
Antilock brake system ................ 146
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......98
Anti-theft alarm system ................36
Anti-theft bolts............................. 194
Anti-theft locking system .............. 35
Anti-theft security lock ..................24
Appearance care ........................200
Armrest ........................................ 48
Ashtrays ....................................... 88 Automatic anti-dazzle ..................41Automatic fuel cut-off ..................134
Automatic light control ...............109
Automatic locking ........................30
Autostop ............................. 133, 135
Auxiliary heater ........................... 122
B Battery .................... 20, 21, 122, 171
Battery discharge protection ......115
Battery, jump starting.................. 197
Belts.............................................. 53 Bench seat.................................... 74
Bonnet ....................................... 166
Bottle holders................................ 74 Brake and clutch fluid .................204
Brake assist ............................... 147
Brake fluid .................................. 170
Brakes ............................... 146, 170
Brake system ............................... 97
Breakdown.................................. 198
Bulb replacement ....................... 175
C Capacities .................................. 212
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................139
Central locking system ................24
Centre high-mounted brake light 177
Changing tyre and wheel size ...190
Charging system .......................... 97
Child locks ................................... 30
223Child restraint installationlocations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 64
Child restraint systems ................64
Cigarette lighter ........................... 88
Cleaning the vehicle ...................200
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............116
Clock ............................................ 86
Coat hooks ................................... 73
Coin holder ................................... 71
Control indicators.......................... 92
Control of the vehicle .................130
Controls ........................................ 83
Controls in steering wheel ............83
Convex shape .............................. 39
Coolant ....................................... 169
Coolant and antifreeze ...............204
Coolant heater ............................ 122
Cooling (A/C) .............................. 117
Cornering lights .......................... 110
Cruise control ....................101, 151
Cupholders .................................. 73
Curtain airbag system .................. 62
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights ........109, 110
Declaration of conformity ............214DEF............................................ 140
Demisting and defrosting ..............15
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................140
Diesel fuel ................................... 159
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 173
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......173
Diesel particle filter ....................139
Directional tyres ..................186, 195
Distance to service .......................92
Document tray .............................. 73
Door locks..................................... 24
Door open .................................. 101
Door panel storage .......................74
Doors ............................................ 31
Double cab ................................... 74
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........139
Driver assistance systems ..........151
Driver Information Centre ...........101
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 162
Driving economically................... 129
Driving hints ........................ 129, 130
Driving style indicator ...................91
E ECO mode .................................. 129
ecoScoring.................................. 104
Electric adjustment ......................39
Electrical accessories ...................87
Electrical system......................... 181Electronic climate control system 118
Electronic data recording ..............41
Electronic key system ...................21
Electronic Stability Control ..98, 149
Electronic Stability Control off....... 98
Electronic stability program 149, 163
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......166
Engine air filter............................ 168
Engine air flow indicator .............168
Engine coolant ........................... 169
Engine coolant temperature ........98
Engine drag torque control .........149
Engine exhaust .......................... 139
Engine identification ...................207
Engine oil ................... 167, 204, 208
Engine oil additives ....................204
Engine oil level .......................... 104
Engine oil pressure ......................99
Engine oil viscosity grades .........204
Enhanced traction function. 148, 149
Entry lighting .............................. 114
Event data recorders ..................218
Exhaust gases ....................139, 198
Exit lighting ................................ 114
Exterior care .............................. 200
Exterior light ............................... 100
Exterior lighting ....................12, 108
Exterior mirrors ............................. 39