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82LightingHeadlights when drivingabroad
When driving in countries where
traffic drives on the opposite side of
the road, the headlights do not have
to be adjusted.
Daytime running lights Daytime running lights increase
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
They are switched on automatically
when the engine is running.
The system switches between
daytime running lights and low beam
automatically, depending on the
lighting conditions.
Automatic light control 3 80.
LED headlights The Matrix-LED headlight system
contains a variety of particular LEDs
in each headlight which enables the
control of the adaptive forward
lighting functions.Light distribution and intensity of light
are variably triggered depending on
the lighting conditions, road type and
driving situation. The vehicle adapts
the headlights automatically to the
situation to enable optimal light
performance for the driver.
The adaptive forward lighting and the
Matrix-LED headlights functions can
be deactivated or activated in the
vehicle personalisation menu.
Vehicle personalisation 3 76.
Info Display 3 74.
The glare-free high beam function of
the Matrix-LED headlights are only
available with light switch in position
AUTO .
Country light
Activated automatically at a speed
above 30 mph when driving in rural
areas. The illumination of the current
lane and the side of the road is
adapted. Oncoming and preceding
vehicles are not dazzled.
Town light
Activated automatically at a speed upto approx. 30 mph. The light is wide
and symmetrical.
Cornering light
Activated at a speed of up to 25 mph
when turning off. The light consists of particular LEDs which illuminate the
direction of travel. These LEDs are
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Lighting85Light switch in position AUTO:
switching on front fog lights will switch
headlights on automatically.
Rear fog light
Operated by pressing H.
Light switch in position AUTO:
switching on rear fog light will switch
headlights on automatically.
Light switch in position 8: rear fog
light can only be switched on with
front fog lights.
The vehicle rear fog light is
deactivated when towing a trailer or a
plug is connected with the socket,
e.g. when a bicycle carrier is used.
Parking lights
When the vehicle is parked, the
parking lights on one side can be
activated:
1. Switch off ignition.
2. Move the lever all the way up (right parking lights) or down (left
parking lights).
Confirmed by a signal and the
corresponding turn lights control
indicator.
Reversing lights
The reversing light comes on when
the ignition is on and reverse gear is
selected.
Misted light covers
The inside of the light housing may
mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold weather conditions, in heavy rain or
after washing. The mist disappears
quickly by itself. To help, switch on the headlights.
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86LightingInterior lightingInstrument panelillumination control
Brightness of the following lights can
be adjusted when the exterior lights
are on:
● instrument panel illumination
● Info Display
● illuminated switches and operation elements
Turn thumb wheel F and hold until
the desired brightness is obtained.
Interior lights
During entry and exit of the vehicle,
the front and rear courtesy lights
automatically switch on and then off
after a delay.
Notice
In the event of an accident with
airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Front courtesy light
Operate rocker switch:
;:automatic switching on
and offpress §:onpress 2:offReading lights
Operated by pressing z.
Sunvisor lights Illuminates when the cover is opened.
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Lighting87Lighting features
Entry lighting Welcome lighting
Some or all of the following lights are
switched on for a short time by
unlocking the vehicle with the radio
remote control:
● headlights
● puddle lights
● interior lights
The number of activated lights
depends on the surrounding light
conditions.
The lighting switches off immediately
when the ignition is switched on.
Starting off 3 98.
This function can be activated or
deactivated in the vehicle
personalisation.
Vehicle personalisation 3 76.The following lights will additionally
switch on when the driver's door is
opened:
● illumination of some switches
● Driver Information Centre
● door pocket lights
Exit lighting The following lights are switched on
when the ignition is switched off:
● headlights
● interior lights
● centre console lighting
They will switch off automatically after
a delay. This function works only in
the dark.
Vehicle locator lighting
This function allows to locate the
vehicle, e.g., in weak lighting
conditions using the remote control.
The headlights come on and the turn
lights flash for 10 seconds.
Press b on the remote control.Peripheral lighting
Peripheral lighting allows you to
switch on the position lights, low
beam and number plate lighting using the remote control.
Press D on the remote control to
switch on peripheral lighting.
Press D a second time to switch off
peripheral lighting.
Battery discharge protection
To prevent discharge of the vehicle
battery when the ignition is switched
off, some interior lights are switched
off automatically after some time.
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88Climate controlClimate controlClimate control systems...............88
Heating and ventilation system . 88 Air conditioning system .............89
Electronic climate control system ...................................... 91
Auxiliary heater .......................... 95
Air vents ....................................... 95
Adjustable air vents ...................95
Fixed air vents ........................... 96
Maintenance ................................ 96
Air intake ................................... 96
Air conditioning regular operation .................................. 96
Service ...................................... 96Climate control systems
Heating and ventilation system
Controls for: ● temperature :
● air distribution w, > and y
● fan speed E
● demisting and defrosting $
● heated rear window and exterior mirrors f
Heated rear window f 3 24.
Heated exterior mirrors f 3 21.
Temperature
Adjust the temperature by
turning : to the desired
temperature.
red area:warmerblue area:colder
Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distribution
w:to windscreen and front door
windows>:to head area via adjustable air
ventsy:to foot well and windscreen
All combinations are possible.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by turning Z to the
desired speed.
clockwise:increaseanticlockwise:decrease
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Climate control89Demisting and defrosting
● Press $: the air distribution is
directed towards the windscreen.
● Set temperature controller :
to warmest level.
● Set fan speed E to highest level.
● Switch on heated rear window f.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the doorwindows.
Air conditioning system
Controls for: ● temperature :
● air distribution w, x and y
● fan speed E
● demisting and defrosting $
● cooling A/C
● air recirculation n
● heated rear window and exterior mirrors f
● heated seats "
Heated rear window f3 24.
Heated exterior mirrors f3 21.
Heated seats " 3 30.
Some setting changes are indicated briefly in the Info Display. Activated
functions are indicated by the LED in
the respective button.
Temperature
Adjust the temperature by
turning : to the desired
temperature.red area:warmerblue area:colderHeating will not be fully effective until
the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air distributionw:to windscreen and front door
windowsx:to head area via adjustable air
ventsy:to foot well and windscreen
All combinations are possible.
Fan speed
Adjust the air flow by turning E to the
desired speed.
clockwise:increaseanticlockwise:decrease
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90Climate controlCooling A/C
Press A/C to switch on cooling. The
LED in the button illuminates to
indicate activation. Cooling is only
functional when the engine is running and fan is switched on.
Press A/C again to switch off cooling.
The air conditioning system cools and
dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the
outside temperature is slightly above
the freezing point. Therefore,
condensation may form and drip from
under the vehicle.
If no cooling or drying is required,
switch off the cooling system for fuel
saving reasons.
Activated cooling may inhibit
Autostops.
Stop-start system 3 102.
Air recirculation system
Press n to activate air recirculation
mode. The LED in the button
illuminates to indicate activation.
Press n again to deactivate air
recirculation mode.
9 Warning
The exchange of fresh air is
reduced in air recirculation mode.
In operation without cooling the air
humidity increases, so the
windows may mist up from inside.
The quality of the passenger
compartment air deteriorates,
which may cause the vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen may mist
up from outside when cold air is
directed towards it. If windscreen
mists up from outside, activate
windscreen wiper and deactivate w.
Maximum cooling
Briefly open the windows so that hot
air can disperse quickly.
● Switch on cooling A/C.
● Press n for air recirculation
system on.
● Press x for air distribution.
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Climate control91● Set temperature control : to
coldest level.
● Set fan speed E to highest level.
● Open all vents.
Heated rear window, windscreen and exterior mirrors f 3 24.
Heated seats q 3 30.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
● Press $: the air distribution is
directed towards the windscreen.
● Set temperature controller :
to warmest level.
● Switch on cooling A/C, if
required.
● Set fan speed E to highest level.
● Switch on heated rear window
f.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the doorwindows.
Notice
If à is pressed while the engine is
running, an Autostop will be inhibited until à is pressed again.
If à is pressed while the engine is in
an Autostop, the engine will restart
automatically.
Stop-start system 3 102.
Electronic climate control system
Controls for: ● temperature :
● MENU enters the Climate setting
menu in the Info Display
● fan speed E
● automatic mode AUTO
● cooling A/C
● manual air recirculation n
● demisting and defrosting $
● heated rear window and exterior mirrors f
● heated seats "
Heated rear window f 3 24.
Heated exterior mirrors f 3 21.
Heated seats " 3 30.
In automatic mode, temperature, fan
speed and air distribution are
regulated automatically.
Activated functions are indicated by
the LED in the respective control.
The electronic climate control system
is only fully operational when the
engine is running.