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e view 
 
Fig. 3 Overview of the right side of the vehicle. 
Key to Fig. 3 
Tail light cluster LightsChanging bulbs
Tank flap Fuel and emission control
Door release lever Doors and central locking button
Roof railing Roof carrier
Exterior mirror Exterior mirrors
Headlights Lights
Lifting points for the jack Changing a wheel
 
 
 
 
 
  
     
        
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 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
Analogue instrument cluster
Rev counter
Digital instrument cluster (Active Info Display)
Displays
Instrument cluster menus
Service menu
Driving data display (multifunction display)
Warning and information messages
Driver Alert System (recommendation for rest breaks)
Dynamic Road Sign Display (Sign Assist)
Time
Lap timer
Fuel gauge
Coolant temperature display
Service interval display
The vehicle is equipped either with an analogue or a digital instrument cluster (Active Info Display). 
When you start the engine after the 12-volt battery has been totally discharged or changed, you may 
find that system settings (time, date, personal convenience settings and programming) have been 
changed or deleted. Check and correct the settings as necessary once the 12-volt vehicle battery has 
been sufficiently charged. 
 
WARNING 
Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted. 
Never press the buttons on the instrument cluster while the vehicle is in motion. 
Any settings for the instrument cluster display and displays in the Infotainment system should be 
made only when the vehicle is stationary in order to reduce the risk of accidents and serious injuries. 
 
  
     
        
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Fig. 11 Analogue instrument cluster in the dash panel. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Descriptions of the instruments Fig. 11 
 
Rev counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute) Rev counter 
 
Coolant temperature displayCoolant temperature display 
DisplaysDisplays 
 
Reset, set and display button. 
Speedometer. 
Fuel gaugeFuel gauge 
Rev counter 
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
Rev counter 
The start of the red zone on the rev counter indicates the maximum engine speed that may be used 
in each gear when the engine is warm and after it has been run in properly. You should change up a 
gear or move the selector lever to D/S (or lift your foot off the accelerator) before the needle 
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When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and overloading the 
engine. 
The needle on the rev counter should only briefly point into the red area, as engine damage may 
otherwise be incurred. 
 
Changing up a gear early will help to save fuel and reduce engine noise. 
 
Digital instrument cluster (Active Info Display) 
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
The Active Info Display is a digital instrument cluster with high-resolution TFT colour display. To 
complement the standard dials such as the rev counter and speedometer, users can choose from 
various "information profiles" to view additional data. 
 
Fig. 12 Active Info Display in the dash panel 
Descriptions of the instruments Fig. 12 
 
Rev counter (running engine speed in revolutions x 1,000 per minute) Rev counter 
Current gear / selector lever positionManual gearbox: selecting a gearor DSG
     
        
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Settings can be made in the Service menu1) depending on the vehicle equipment. 
Opening the Service menu 
To open the Service menu, select the Range information profile and press and hold the OK button on 
the multifunction steering wheel for around four seconds. You can now navigate in the menu in the 
usual way using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. 
Resetting the service interval display 
Select the Service menu and follow the instructions on the instrument cluster display. 
Resetting oil change service 
Select the Reset oil service menu and follow the instructions on the instrument cluster display. 
Resetting driving data 
Select the Reset trip menu and follow the instructions on the instrument cluster display to reset the 
desired value. 
Engine code 
Select the Engine code menu. The engine codes are now shown on the instrument cluster display. 
Setting the time 
Select the Time menu and set the correct time with the arrow buttons  or . 
1) Only in vehicles with an Active Info Display. 
Driving data display (multifunction display) 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
The driving data display (multifunction display) shows a variety of travel and fuel consumption data. 
Switching between displays 
Vehicles without multifunction steering wheel: 
Press the rocker switch on the wiper lever Operating using the wiper lever 
Vehicles with multifunction steering wheel: 
Press the or button Operating using the multifunction steering wheel 
Switching between memories 
Press the button on the wiper lever, or press the button on the multifunction 
steering wheel. 
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Since refuelling memory 
Display and storage of the collected driving and consumption values. The memory is deleted when 
the tank is refilled. 
Long-term memory 
The memory collects driving data for up to 19 hours and 59 minutes or 99 hours and 59 minutes of 
driving time or 1,999.9 km or 9,999.9 km distance covered. The memory is deleted if one of these 
maximum values1) is exceeded. 
Deleting driving data memories 
Select the memory that you wish to delete. 
Press and hold the  button on the wiper lever or the  button on the multifunction 
steering wheel for approximately two seconds. 
Selecting displays 
You can select which driving data you want to display in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment 
system Vehicle settings menu 
Average consumption display 
The average fuel consumption is displayed after approx. 300 metres. 
Range display 
Approximate driving distance in km that the vehicle can still travel if the same driving style is 
maintained. 
SCR range or Range 2) display 
Approximate driving distance in km that can still be travelled with the remaining quantity of AdBlue
     
        
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Fuel gauge 
 
Fig. 15 Fuel gauge in the analogue instrument cluster. 
 
Fig. 16 Fuel gauge in the Active Info Display. 
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Fuel tank almost empty. 
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. The reserve volume, red marking, is being consumed  
Fill the tank as soon as possible. 
Water in the diesel fuel. 
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. 
Switch off the engine and seek expert assistance. 
Tank cap open. 
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. 
Close the tank cap. 
  
     
        
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RNING 
Driving when the fuel level is too low can lead to the vehicle coming to a standstill in traffic, 
potentially causing accidents and serious injuries. 
When the fuel level is too low, the fuel supply to the engine could be irregular, especially when 
driving up or down hills and inclines. 
The steering, all driver assist systems and brake support systems stop working if the engine sputters 
or goes off due to fuel shortage or irregular fuel supply. 
Always fill the tank when it is still 1/4 full. This reduces the risk of running out of fuel and breaking 
down. 
 
NOTICE 
Do not run the tank empty. The irregular fuel supply can cause misfiring and allow unburnt fuel to 
enter the exhaust system. The catalytic converter or particulate filter could be damaged as a result. 
 
The small arrow next to the petrol pump symbol in the fuel gauge shows you the side of the vehicle 
on which the tank flap is located. 
Coolant temperature display 
 
Fig. 17 Coolant temperature display in the analogue instrument cluster.