In the engine compartment
Fuse box cover Changing fuses
Lever for adjusting the steering column position Steering wheel
Light switch Vehicle lighting
Turn signal and main beam lever Vehicle lighting
With switches and buttons for the driver assist systems Button for driver assist systemsDriver
assist systems
Vents Heating and air conditioning system
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster
With warning and indicator lamps Symbols in instrument cluster
Lever for wipers and washers Wipers
With buttons for operating the menus Instrument cluster
Controls on the multifunction steering wheel:
Operating driver assist systems Operating using the multifunction steering wheelDriver assist
systems
Audio, navigation
Opening the telephone menu or accepting telephone calls
Volume adjustment
Activating voice control (no function in some models)
Horn
Location of the driver front airbag Airbag system
Ignition lock Starting and stopping the engine
Pedals Pedals
the vehicle speed, steering wheel torque and steering wheel angle. The electromechanical steering
functions only when the engine is running.
You will need considerably more strength than normal to steer the vehicle if the power steering is
reduced or has failed completely.
Counter steering assistance
Counter steering assistance provides the driver with steering assistance in critical driving situations.
Additional steering forces assist the driver when counter steering
Progressive steering
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, progressive steering can adjust the steering response in a
driving situation. Progressive steering functions only when the engine is running.
In urban traffic, less steering input is required when parking, manoeuvring, or turning sharply.
When driving on country roads or on the motorway, the progressive steering provides a more
sporty, direct steering response, and a dynamic feel.
WARNING
If the power steering is not working, the steering wheel is difficult to turn, which makes it difficult to
steer the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the power steering functions only when the engine is
running.
Never allow the vehicle to roll if the engine is switched off.
Never remove the vehicle key from the ignition if the vehicle is in motion. The steering column lock
may be activated and it will no longer be possible to steer the vehicle.
WARNING
In conjunction with the ESC, counter steering assistance provides the driver with assistance when
steering in critical driving situations. The driver must steer the vehicle at all times. Counter steering
assistance does not steer the vehicle.
NOTICE
When the vehicle is towed, the ignition must be switched on to prevent the steering wheel from
locking, and so that the turn signals, horn, wipers and window washer system can be used.
Troubleshooting
Steering requires increased force
Pulled vehicle (rear)
Ensure that the ignition is switched on so that the steering wheel is not locked and so that you can
indicate, sound the horn and operate the wipers if necessary.
the
ignition is switched on and the vehicle is rolling. Otherwise you must press the brake pedal with
significantly more force and also use more effort for steering.
-rope is always taut.
ox in neutral or select the selector lever position N.
Fitting the rear towing eye
Fig. 178 On the right-hand side of the rear bumper: removing the cover.
Fig. 179 On the right-hand side of the rear bumper: screwed-in towing eye.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
The towing eye must always be kept in the vehicle.
In vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket, there is no mounting for the screw-in towing eye
behind the cover. To tow, swivel out or fit and use the ball head Trailer towing
