102Instruments and controlsAirbag deactivation
ÓON illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
activated.
* OFF illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is
deactivated.
Airbag deactivation 3 62.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system.The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.Flashes when the engine is
running
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the
accelerator until the flashing stops.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Service vehicle soon
C illuminates yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is
switched on.
May illuminate together with other
control indicators and a
corresponding message in the Driver
Information Centre.
Seek the assistance of a workshop
immediately.
Stop engine
Y illuminates red.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is switched on.
142Driving and operatingDriving and
operatingDriving hints ............................... 143
Control of the vehicle ...............143
Steering ................................... 143
Starting and operating ...............143
New vehicle running-in ............143
Ignition switch positions ...........143
Power button ........................... 144
Starting the engine ..................145
Overrun cut-off ........................ 147
Stop-start system ....................147
Parking .................................... 150
Engine exhaust .......................... 151
Exhaust filter ............................ 151
Catalytic converter ...................151
AdBlue ..................................... 152
Automatic transmission ..............155
Transmission display ...............155
Gear selection ......................... 155
Manual mode ........................... 156
Electronic driving programmes 157
Fault ........................................ 157
Eco mode ................................ 157
Manual transmission ..................158Brakes........................................ 159
Antilock brake system .............159
Parking brake .......................... 160
Brake assist ............................. 162
Hill start assist ......................... 162
Ride control systems .................163
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system .........163
Descent control system ...........164
Selective ride control ...............165
Driver assistance systems .........167
Cruise control .......................... 167
Speed limiter ........................... 169
Adaptive cruise control ............171
Forward collision alert .............178
Active emergency braking .......179
Front pedestrian protection .....182
Parking assist .......................... 183
Advanced parking assist .........187
Side blind spot alert .................191
Passenger side camera ...........192
Panoramic view system ...........193
Rear view camera ...................196
Lane keep assist .....................198
Driver alert ............................... 201
Fuel ............................................ 202
Fuel for petrol engines .............202
Fuel for diesel engines ............203
Refuelling ................................ 204Trailer hitch................................ 206
General information .................206
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 206
Trailer towing ........................... 206
Towing equipment ...................207
Trailer stability assist ...............210
Driving and operating151Engine exhaust9Danger
Engine exhaust gases contain
poisonous carbon monoxide,
which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled.
If exhaust gases enter the interior
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop.
Avoid driving with an open load
compartment, otherwise exhaust
gases could enter the vehicle.
Exhaust filter
Automatic cleaning process
The exhaust filter system filters soot particles out of the exhaust gases.
The start of saturation of the exhaust
filter is indicated by the temporary
illumination of % or C ,
accompanied by a message in the
Driver Information Centre.
As soon as the traffic conditions
permit, regenerate the filter by driving at a vehicle speed of at least 40 mph
until the control indicator
extinguishes.
Notice
On a new vehicle, the first exhaust
filter regeneration operations may
be accompanied by a burning smell,
which is normal. Following
prolonged operation of the vehicle at very low speed or at idle, water
vapour can be emitted at the
exhaust on acceleration. This does
not affect the behaviour of the
vehicle or the environment.
Cleaning process not possible
If % or C stays on, accompanied
by an audible signal and a message,
this indicates that the exhaust filter
additive level is too low.
The reservoir must be topped-up
without delay. Seek the assistance of
a workshop.Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the
amount of harmful substances in the
exhaust gases.Caution
Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 202, 3 260 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven
engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
speed low.
Driving and operating157Pull right paddle + to shift to a higher
gear.
Pull left paddle - to shift to a lower
gear.
Multiple pulls allow gears to be
skipped.
The selected gear is indicated in the
instrument cluster.
If a higher gear is selected when
vehicle speed is too low, or a lower
gear when vehicle speed is too high,
the shift is not executed. This can
cause a message in the Driver
Information Centre.
In manual mode, no automatic
shifting to a higher gear takes place
at high engine revolutions.
Gear shift indication
The symbol R or S with a number
beside it is indicated when
gearshifting is recommended for fuel
saving reasons.
Shift indication appears only in
manual mode.Electronic driving
programmes
● Following a cold start, the operating temperature
programme increases engine
speed to quickly bring the
catalytic converter to the required
temperature.
● Special programmes automatically adapt the shifting
points when driving up inclines or
down hills.
● In snowy or icy conditions or on other slippery surfaces, the
electronic transmission control
enables the driver to select
manually first, second or third gear for starting off.
Kickdown
Pressing down the accelerator pedal
beyond the kickdown detent will lead to maximum acceleration
independent of selected driving
mode. The transmission shifts to a
lower gear depending on engine speed.Fault
In the event of a fault a message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre.
Vehicle messages 3 114.
Electronic transmission control
enables only third gear. The
transmission no longer shifts
automatically.
Do not drive faster than 62 mph.
Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.
Eco mode
272IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 211
Active emergency braking ..107, 179
Adaptive cruise control .......107, 171
AdBlue ................................ 105, 152
Adjustable air vents ...................140
Advanced parking assist ............187
Airbag and belt tensioners .........101
Airbag deactivation ..............62, 102
Airbag label................................... 57 Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 141
Air conditioning system .............. 131
Air intake .................................... 141
Air vents...................................... 140
Antilock brake system ................ 159
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....104
Anti-theft alarm system ................34
Anti-theft locking system .............. 34 Appearance care ........................247
Armrest ......................................... 49
Ashtrays ....................................... 96
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................39
Automatic crash notification (ACN) ...................................... 119
Automatic light control ...............122
Automatic locking ........................27Automatic transmission .............155
Autostop ............................. 106, 147
B Battery discharge protection ......129
BlueInjection ............................... 152
Bonnet ....................................... 213
Brake and clutch system ...........103
Brake assist ............................... 162
Brake fluid .......................... 216, 254
Brakes ............................... 159, 216
Breakdown.................................. 245
Bulb replacement ....................... 220
C Capacities .................................. 263
Cargo management system ........78
Catalytic converter .....................151
Central locking system ................24
Centre console lighting ..............128
Centre console storage ...............73
Changing tyre and wheel size ...234
Charging system ........................ 102
Child locks ................................... 27
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 66
Child restraints.............................. 63
Child restraint systems ................63
Child surveillance mirror ...............39
Cigarette lighter ........................... 95
Climate control ............................. 15