
46StorageStorageStorage compartments................46
Glovebox ................................... 46
Cupholders ................................ 46
Door panel storage ....................47
Centre console storage .............47
Load compartment .......................48
Load compartment cover ...........49
Rear floor storage cover ............50
Lashing eyes ............................. 50
Roof rack system .........................50
Roof rack ................................... 50
Loading information .....................51Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Glovebox
Pull lever to open the glovebox.
The glovebox should be closed whilst driving.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the centre
console.

50StorageRemove the cover.
Fitting cover Engage cover in side guides and fold
downwards. Attach the retaining
straps to the tailgate.
Rear floor storage cover
The rear floor cover can be lifted and
removed. Use opening to raise the
rear floor cover and then remove it.
Lashing eyes
The lashing eyes are designed to
secure items against slippage, e.g.
using lashing straps or luggage net.
Roof rack system
Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information, contact your workshop.
Open all doors.
Mounting points are located in each
door frame of the vehicle body.
Fasten the roof rack according to the installation instructions delivered with the roof rack.

Storage51Remove the roof rack when not in
use.Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests. Make
sure that the backrests are
securely engaged. If objects can
be stacked, heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
● Prevent sliding of loose objects by securing them with straps
attached to the lashing eyes
3 50.
● Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.
● Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do notcover the sensor on top of the
instrument panel.
● The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or
hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
● Do not drive with an open load compartment.9Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.
● The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 201) and the EC kerb
weight.

52StorageTo calculate the payload, enter
the data for your vehicle in the
weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel
tank 90% full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
● Driving with a roof load increases
the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a
detrimental effect on vehicle
handling due to the vehicle's
higher centre of gravity.
Distribute the load evenly and
secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure
and vehicle speed according to
the load conditions. Check and
retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph.
The permissible roof load is
70 kg. Do not exceed a loading
height of 40 cm. The roof load is the combined weight of the roof
rack and the load.

Driving and operating133Smart brake assist
Smart brake assist provides a boost
to braking when the brake pedal is quickly applied. The braking is based on the speed of approach and
distance to a vehicle ahead.
Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal movement during this time is normal
and the brake pedal should continue to be applied as needed. Intelligent
brake assist will automatically
disengage only when the brake pedal is released.9 Warning
Smart brake assist may increase
vehicle braking in situations when
it may not be necessary. You
could block the flow of traffic. If this occurs, take your foot off the brakepedal and then apply the brakes
as needed.
Forward collision alert 3 134.
Front pedestrian protection 3 136.
System limitations
In some cases, the active emergencybraking system may provide an
automatic braking in situations that
seem to be unnecessary, for instance
in parking garages, due to various
types of objects, i.e., traffic signs or
vehicles in another lane. This is
normal operation, the vehicle does
not need service. Firmly apply the
accelerator pedal to override the
automatic braking if the situation and
the surroundings permit.
In the following cases, active
emergency braking performance
might be limited:
● driving on winding or hilly roads
● detecting vehicles with a trailer, tractors, muddy vehicles, etc.
● detecting a vehicle when weather
limits visibility, such as in fog,
rain, or snow
● driving during nighttime● the sensor in the windscreen or the radar unit behind the front
bumper are blocked by snow, ice,
slush, mud, dirt etc.
● the windscreen is damaged or affected by foreign objects, e.g.
stickers
the bumper is damaged or
affected by foreign objects, e.g.
license plate support
Complete attention is always required
while driving, and you should be
ready to take action and apply the
brakes and / or steer the vehicle to
avoid crashes.
We recommend to deactivate the
system in the vehicle personalisation
in the following cases:
● when towing a trailer or caravan
● when carrying long objects on roof bars or a roof rack
● when the vehicle is being towed with the engine running
● when the vehicle is fitted with snow chains
● when a spare wheel is fitted that is smaller than the other wheels

Vehicle care193Appearance care
Exterior care LocksThe locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use a de-icing agent only
when absolutely necessary, as this
has a degreasing effect and impairs
lock function. After using a de-icing
agent, have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
Washing
The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can cause paint damage.
If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wiperand rear window wiper must beswitched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Do not clean the engine compartmentwith a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.
Polishing and waxing
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing agents.
Windows and wiper blades Switch off wipers before handling in
their areas.
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.

223RRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 218
Radio remote control .....................9
Rain sensor .................................. 71
REACH ....................................... 212
Reading lights .............................. 86
Rear floor storage cover ..............50
Rear fog light .................71, 85, 171
Rear view camera ...................... 150
Rear window wiper and washer ..57
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 199, 203
Refuelling ................................... 156 Registered trademarks ...............214
Reversing lights ........................... 85
Ride control systems ..................117
Roadside assistance ....................77
Roller blinds ................................. 25
Roof .............................................. 25
Roof load ...................................... 51
Roof rack ..................................... 50
S Seat belt reminder .......................65
Seat belts ..................................... 31 Seat heating ................................. 30
Seat position ................................ 27
Selective catalytic reduction .......106
Selector lever.............................. 110Service ................................. 96, 196
Service display ............................ 64
Service information ....................196
Service vehicle soon .................... 67
Side airbag system ......................37
Side blind spot alert ....................145
Sidelights ...................................... 79
Smart access .......................... 11, 99
Software acknowledgement .......212
Software update ......................... 214
SOS .............................................. 77
Spare wheel ............................... 186
Speed limiter............................... 121
Speedometer ............................... 62
Starting and operating ..................98
Starting the engine ....................100
Steering ........................................ 98
Steering wheel adjustment ..........54
Steering wheel controls ...............54
Stop engine .................................. 67
Stop-start system........................ 102
Storage ......................................... 46
Storage compartments .................46
Sunvisor lights ............................. 86
Sun visors .................................... 24
Symbols ......................................... 4
System check ............................... 67T
Tachometer ................................. 63
Tailgate ......................................... 17
Tail lights ................................... 171
Three-point seat belt .................... 32 Tools .......................................... 177
Tow bar....................................... 158
Towing ................................ 158, 191
Towing another vehicle .............192
Towing the vehicle .....................191
Traffic sign assistant ...................151
Trailer coupling ........................... 158
Trailer towing ............................. 158
Transmission display .................109
Tread depth ............................... 180
Trip odometer .............................. 62
Turn lights .............................. 65, 84
Tyre chains ................................ 181
Tyre deflation detection system . 179
Tyre designations ......................178
Tyre pressure ............................ 178
Tyre pressures ........................... 209
Tyre repair kit ............................. 181
U
Ultrasonic parking assist............. 137
Upholstery .................................. 194
USB port ....................................... 58
Using this manual ..........................3