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Instruments and controls55The recommended grip areas of the
steering wheel are heated quicker
and to a higher temperature than the
other areas.
Heating is operational when the
engine is running and during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 102.
Horn
Press d.
Windscreen wiper and
washer
Windscreen wiper with adjustablewiper intervalHI:fastLO:slowINT:interval wipingOFF:off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 1x.
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
To activate interval wiping mode the
next time ignition is switched on,
press the lever downwards to position
OFF and back to INT.
Adjustable wiper interval
Wiper lever in position INT.
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
desired wipe interval.
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56Instruments and controlsWindscreen wiper with rain sensorHI:fastLO:slowAUTO:automatic wiping with rain
sensorOFF:off
In AUTO position, the rain sensor
detects the amount of water on the
windscreen and automatically
regulates the frequency of the
windscreen wiper. If ignition is
switched off for more than one
minute, automatic wiping mode is
deactivated. To activate automatic
wiping mode the next time ignition is
switched on, press the lever
downwards to position OFF and back
to AUTO .
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever downwards to position 1x.
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. Switch off in car washes.
Adjustable sensitivity of the rain
sensor
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity.
Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt
and ice.
Control indicator y 3 55.
Windscreen washer
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Instruments and controls57Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.
Washer fluid 3 165.
Rear window wiper and washer
Rear window wiperOFF:offINT:intermittent operationON:continuous operation
Do not use if the rear window is
frozen.
Switch off in car washes.
The rear window wiper comes on
automatically when the windscreen
wiper is switched on and reverse gear
is engaged.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the
Vehicle personalisation menu 3 76.
Rear window washer
Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear
window and the wiper wipes a few
times.
Washer fluid 3 165.
Outside temperature
A drop in temperature is indicatedimmediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.
Illustration shows an example.
If outside temperature drops to a
certain temperature, a warning
message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.
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58Instruments and controls9Warning
The road surface may already be
icy even though the display
indicates a few degrees above 0
°C.
Clock
Date and time are shown in the Info
Display.
The adjustment of date and time is
described in the Infotainment Manual.
Info Display 3 74.
Power outlets
A 12 V power outlet is located in the
centre console.
Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 120 W.
With ignition off, the power outlets are
deactivated. Additionally the power
outlets are deactivated in the event of
low vehicle battery voltage.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
Do not connect any current-delivering
accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Do not damage the outlet by using
unsuitable plugs.
Stop-start system 3 102.USB ports
A USB port is located in the centre
console.
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Instruments and controls59Depending on version, an USB port
may be located next to the Info
Display.
Further USB ports may be located in
the rear console.
The slot below the USB ports on the rear side of the storage container is
intented to attach an accessory
cupholder.
The USB ports are prepared for
charging external devices and
provide a data connection to the
Infotainment system. For further
information, see Infotainment
manual.
Notice
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
Inductive charging9 Warning
Inductive charging can affect the
operation of implanted
pacemakers or other medical
devices. If applicable, seek
medical advice before using the
inductive charging device.
9 Warning
Remove any metal objects from
the charging device before
charging a mobile device, as these objects could become very hot.
To charge a device, the ignition must
be switched on.
To charge a mobile device:
1. Remove all objects from the charging device.
2. Place the mobile device with the display facing upwards on the
charging area. Note that the
mobile device must not be placed
on the positioning aids located
above and below the charging
area.
Qi compatible mobile devices can be
charged inductively.
On some mobile devices, a back
cover with an integrated coil or a
jacket may be required to use
inductive charging.
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60Instruments and controlsProtective cover for the mobile device
could have impact on the inductive
charging.
In the event that the mobile device is
not charging properly, rotate it 180°
and place it on the charging device
again.
Status LED
The LED indicates the current
charging status.
Illuminates green
The mobile device is charging.
Flashes yellow
The mobile device has not been
centred properly in the charging zone
or an unknown object has been
detected in the charging zone.
Illuminates yellow
There is a problem with the mobile
device's battery or a fault of the
inductive charger has been detected.
If the problem persists, seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Cigarette lighterPress in cigarette lighter. It switches
off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out cigarette lighter.
AshtraysCaution
To be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish.
A portable ashtray can be placed in
the cupholders.
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Instruments and controls61Warning lights, gauges
and indicators
Instrument cluster
The following instrument cluster is
available:
Overview
1Turn lights 3 65aSeat belt reminder 3 65dAirbag and belt tensioners
3 66gAirbag deactivation 3 66SCharging system 3 66WMalfunction indicator light
3 67CService vehicle soon 3 67+Stop engine 3 67XSystem check 3 67hBrake and clutch system
3 67j ,Electric parking brake 3 68oAutomatic operation of electric
parking break off 3 68kElectric parking brake fault
3 68iAntilock brake system (ABS)
3 68YGear shifting 3 69LLane keep assist 3 69JElectronic Stability Control
and Traction Control system
3 69VEngine coolant temperature
high 3 69zPreheating 3 69tExhaust filter 3 69uAdBlue 3 70qDeflation detection system
3 70TEngine oil pressure 3 70rLow fuel 3 71nAutostop 3 71FExterior light 3 71DLow beam 3 71AHigh beam 3 71BHigh beam assist 3 71GFront fog lights 3 71HRear fog light 3 71yRain sensor 3 71
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62Instruments and controlsmActive emergency braking
3 72PDoor open 3 72
Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
Odometer
The total recorded distance is
displayed in miles.
Trip odometer
The recorded distance since the last
reset is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.
Two trip odometer pages are
selectable in the trip / fuel information menu for different trips.
Trip odometer counts up to
9,999 miles.
Press SET / CLR for 2 seconds to
reset the trip odometer.
Driver Information Centre 3 72.