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74Instruments and controlsClockDate and time are shown in the
Info Display 3 91.
Setting date and time, see
Infotainment manual.
Power outlets
A 12 V power outlet is located in the
centre console.
Another power outlet is located in the
console between the front seats.
Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 120 W.
With ignition off, the power outlet is deactivated. Additionally, the poweroutlet is 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 outlets by using
unsuitable plugs.
Stop-start system 3 126.
USB charging port
One or two USB ports are prepared
for charging devices.
When two USB ports are available,
the upper USB port can be used to
connect a phone for phone projection.
Notice
The sockets must always be kept
clean and dry.
USB port and phone projection see
Infotainment manual.
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Instruments and controls75Inductive charging9Warning
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 mobile device:
1. Remove all objects from the charging device.
2. Place the mobile device with the display facing upwards on the
charging device.
3. LED illuminates green, when mobile device is charging.
The mobile device must be smaller
than 7 cm by 15 cm to fit into the
charging device.
PMA or 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.
Protective cover for the mobile device
could have impact on the inductive
charging.
LED illuminates yellow, when ● metall objects have been detected in the charging area
● mobile device was not placed properly.
In the case that the mobile device is
not charging properly:
1. Remove the mobile device from the charging device.
2. Rotate the mobile device by 180°.
3. Wait 3 seconds after the LED has
extinguished and place the mobile
device on the charging device
again.
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Instruments and controls79Speedometer
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.
Monochrome display
Trip odometer counts up to
9,999.9 miles without automatic
reset.
Press L for 2 seconds to reset trip
odometer.
Colour display
Trip odometer counts up to
1,999.9 miles and resets then
automatically.
Press L for 2 seconds to reset trip
odometer.
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80Instruments and controlsThe trip / fuel information menu
provides additionally two trip counter
3 89.
Tachometer
Displays the engine speed.
Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
A red marker indicates the beginning
of the warning zone of excessive revolutions. For Diesel engines, thewarning zone starts at 5000
revolutions per minute. For petrol
engines, the warning zone starts at
7000 revolutions per minute.
Caution
If the needle is in the red warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk.
Fuel gauge
Displays the fuel level in the tank.
Control indicator o illuminates if the
level in the tank is low.
Never run the fuel tank dry.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified fuel tank capacity.
Engine coolant temperature
gauge
Displays the coolant temperature.
50:engine operating temperature
not yet reached90:normal operating temperature130:temperature too high
Control indicator o illuminates if
engine coolant temperature is too
high.
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Instruments and controls81Caution
If engine coolant temperature is
too high, stop vehicle, switch off
engine. Danger to engine. Check
coolant level.
Engine oil level monitor
The state of the engine oil level is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre for a few seconds following
the service information after switching
on the ignition.
A proper state of engine oil level is
indicated by the message Oil level
correct .
If engine oil level is low, I flashes
and Oil level incorrect is indicated,
accompanied by the C indicator.
Confirm engine oil level by using the
dipstick and top up engine oil
respectively.
Engine oil 3 177.
A fault of measurement is indicated
by the message Oil level
measurement invalid . Check engine
oil level manually by using the
dipstick.
Service display
The service system informs when to
change the engine oil and filter or a
vehicle service is required. Based on
driving conditions, the interval at
which an engine oil and filter change
is required can vary considerably.
Service information 3 215.
A required service due is displayed in the Driver Information Centre for
7 seconds after switching on the
ignition.
If no service is required for the next
1800 miles or more no service
information appears in the display.
If service is required within the next
1800 miles, the remaining distance or
time duration is indicated for several
seconds. Simultaneously C
illuminates permanently as reminder.
If service is required in less than
600 miles, C flashes and then
illuminates permanently. Remaining
distance or time duration is indicated
for several seconds.
Overdued service is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre which indicates the overdueddistance. C flashes and then
illuminates permanently until service
is executed.
Reset of service interval
After each service, the service
indicator must be reset to ensure
proper functionality. It is
recommended to seek the assistance
of a workshop.
Operate as following: ● switch off ignition
● press and hold button M or
CHECK
● switch on ignition, the distance indication begins a countdown
● when the display indicates =0,
release the button
The C disappears.
Retrieving service information
To retrieve the status of the service
information at any time press left
button underneath the Driver
Information Centre.
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82Instruments and controls
Or
The service information is displayed
for a few seconds.
Service information 3 215.
Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions.
Depending on the equipment, the
position of the control indicators may
vary. When the ignition is switched
on, most control indicators will
illuminate briefly as a functionality test.
The control indicator colours mean:red:danger, important reminderyellow:warning, information, faultgreen:confirmation of activationblue:confirmation of activationwhite:confirmation of activation
Instrument cluster overview 3 77.
Turn lights
O illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates briefly The parking lights are switched on.
Flashes
A turn light or the hazard warning flashers are activated.
Rapid flashing: failure of a turn light or associated fuse.
This includes turn lights connected to the socket of the towing equipment.
Bulb replacement 3 182.
Fuses 3 191.
Turn lights 3 105.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder on all seats X illuminates or flashes red in the
instrument cluster together with the
indication in the overhead console for
each seat belt.
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88Instruments and controlsIlluminated when high beam is on or
during headlight flash 3 102.
High beam assist f illuminates green.
The high beam assist is activated
3 102.
Front fog lights
> illuminates green.
The front fog lights are on 3 105.
Rear fog light
ø illuminates yellow.
The rear fog light is on 3 106.
Rain sensor < illuminates green.
Illuminated when automatic wiping
with rain sensor is activated.
Windscreen wiper and washer 3 71.Cruise control
m illuminates in the Driver
Information Centre.
Cruise control 3 140.
Side blind spot alert
B illuminates green.
The system is active 3 158.
Active emergency braking m illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates
The system has been deactivated or
a fault has been detected.
Additionally, a warning message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre.
Check the reason of the deactivation
3 147 and in case of a system fault,
seek the assistance of a workshop.Notice
m also illuminates if the seat belts
of the front passengers are not
fastened. In this case, active
emergency braking is deactivated.
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Depending on the situation, the
vehicle may automatically brake
moderately or hard.
Forward collision alert 3 145.
Front pedestrian protection 3 149.
Speed limiter
ß illuminates in the Driver
Information Centre.
Speed limiter 3 143.
Door open h illuminates red.
A door or the tailgate is open.
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Instruments and controls89Displays
Driver Information Centre
The Driver Information Centre is
located in the instrument cluster.
Depending on the version, the Driver
Information Centre is available as
monochrome or colour display.
Driver Information Centre indicates: ● overall and trip odometer
● digital speed indication
● trip / fuel information menu
● gear shift indication
● service information
● vehicle and warning messages
● driver assistance messages
● pop-up messages
● AdBlue informationSelecting menus and functions
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
page in the trip / fuel information
menu.
Press SET/CLR to confirm or reset a
function.
Vehicle and service messages are
popped up in the Driver Information
Centre if required. Scroll messages
by turning the adjuster wheel.
Confirm messages by pressing
SET/CLR .
Additionally, some menus can be selected via the left button:
Press M to switch between the
respective menus.
Or