Climate control149Direct the flow of air by tilting and
swivelling the slats.
To close the vent, swivel the slat
sideways.9 Warning
Do not attach any objects to the
slats of the air vents. Risk of
damage and injury in case of an
accident.
Fixed air vents
Additional air vents are located
beneath the windscreen and door windows and in the foot wells.
Maintenance
Air intake
The air intake in front of the
windscreen in the engine
compartment must be kept clear to
allow air intake. Remove any leaves,
dirt or snow.
Cabin air filter
Change filter regulary for maximum
effect.
Air conditioning regular
operation
In order to ensure continuously
efficient performance, cooling must
be operated for a few minutes once a
month, irrespective of the weather
and time of year. Operation with
cooling is not possible when the
outside temperature is too low.
Service For optimal cooling performance, it is
recommended to annually check the
climate control system, starting
three years after initial vehicle
registration, including:
● functionality and pressure test
● heating functionality
● leakage check
● check of drive belts
● cleaning of condenser and evaporator drainage
● performance check
● cabin air filter check
Driving and operating159● If the vehicle is on a levelsurface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector
lever to position P before
removing the ignition key or
switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button. On an uphill slope, turn the front
wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position P before removing the ignition
key or switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button.
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
● Close the windows and the sunroof.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or switch off
ignition on vehicles with power
button. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can onlybe removed when the selector
lever is in position P.
● Lock the vehicle by pressing the
button on the door handle or the
button e on the remote control.
● Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
● The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 230.
Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Notice
In the event of an accident with airbag deployment, the engine is
turned off automatically if the vehicle
comes to a standstill within a certain time.
Engine exhaust9 Danger
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
The exhaust filter is a particle filter for diesel and petrol engines.
160Driving and operatingAutomatic cleaning process
The exhaust filter system filters soot
particles out of the exhaust gases.
The system includes a self-cleaning
function that runs automatically
during driving without any notification.
The filter is cleaned by periodically
burning off the soot particles at high
temperature. This process takes
place automatically under set driving
conditions and may take up to
25 minutes. Typically it needs
between 7 and 12 minutes. Autostop
is not available and fuel consumption may be higher during this period. The
emission of smells and smoke during
this process is normal.
System requires cleaning
Under certain conditions, e.g. driving
short distances, the system cannot
clean itself automatically.
If cleaning of the filter is required and if previous driving conditions did not
enable automatic cleaning, it will be
indicated by a warning message in
the Driver Information Centre.A warning message appears when
exhaust filter is full. Start cleaning
process as soon as possible.
A warning message also appears
when exhaust filter has reached the
maximum filling level. Start cleaning
process immediately to avoid
damage to the engine.
Activate self-cleaning process
Cleaning process is completed more
quickly at high engine speeds and
loads. Therefore, drive in lower gears
than normal, and use manual gear
selection on vehicles with automatic
transmission. Usage of electrical consumers like air conditioning and
heated windows to increase engine
load supports cleaning process.Caution
If possible, do not interrupt
cleaning process. Drive until
cleaning is completed to avoid the
need for service or repair by a
workshop.
Vehicles with petrol engine
To activate cleaning process,
continue driving, keep engine speed
above 2500 rpm. Shift down if
necessary.
Drive dynamically at different engine
speeds. Use engine brake for
deceleration, if possible.
Keep on driving until self-cleaning
operation is complete and the display
message disappears.Vehicles with diesel engine
To activate cleaning process,
continue driving, keep engine speed
above 2000 rpm, ideally and
continuously around 2500 rpm. Shift
down if necessary.
Keep on driving until self-cleaning
operation is complete and the display message disappears.
276Service and maintenanceService and
maintenanceGeneral information ...................276
Service information ..................276
Recommended fluids, lubricants
and parts .................................... 277
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 277General information
Service information In order to ensure economical and
safe vehicle operation and to
maintain the value of your vehicle, it
is of vital importance that all
maintenance work is carried out at the proper intervals as specified.
The detailed, up-to-date service
schedule for your vehicle is available
at the workshop.
Service display 3 103.
European service intervals Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 20,000 miles or after
one year, whichever occurs first. Additional engine oil and filter change
is indicated by the engine oil life
system, when required earlier than
maintenance.
A shorter service interval can be valid for severe driving behaviour, e.g. for
taxis and police vehicles.
The European service intervals are
valid for the following countries:Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-
Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Greenland, Hungary,
Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Liechtenstein, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, North Macedonia,
Malta, Monaco, Montenegro,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, San Marino,
Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland, United
Kingdom.
Service display 3 103.
International service intervals
Maintenance of your vehicle is
required every 10,000 miles or after 1 year , whichever occurs first, unless
otherwise indicated in the service
display.
Severe operating conditions exist if one or more of the following
circumstances occur frequently: Cold starting, stop and go operation, trailer
operation, mountain driving, driving
on poor and sandy road surfaces,
increased air pollution, presence of
307Child restraint systems ................64
Climate control ............................. 15
Clock............................................. 92
Collision damage repair ..............299
Control indicators........................ 104
Control of the vehicle .................151
Controls ........................................ 88
Convex shape .............................. 37
Coolant and antifreeze ...............277
Cruise control ....................109, 177
Cupholders .................................. 73
Curtain airbag system .................. 62
Curve lighting.............................. 132
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............132
Declaration of conformity ............295
DEF ............................................ 161
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................161
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......236
Door open .................................. 110
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver assistance systems ..........177
Driver Information Centre ...........110
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 224
Driving hints ................................ 151E
Electric adjustment ......................37
Electrical system......................... 247
Electric parking brake .........106, 170
Electric parking brake fault .........106
Electronic climate control system 142
Electronic driving programmes ..166
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Control.......... 174
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........107
Electronic Stability Control off..... 107
Emergency call ........................... 126
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......229
Engine compartment fuse box ...248
Engine coolant ........................... 232
Engine coolant temperature ......107
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 102
Engine data ............................... 284
Engine exhaust .......................... 159
Engine identification ...................280
Engine oil ................... 231, 277, 281
Engine oil pressure ....................108
Entry lighting .............................. 137
Event data recorders ..................302
Exhaust filter ............................... 159
Exit lighting ................................ 137
Exterior care .............................. 272
Exterior light ............................... 109Exterior lighting ....................12, 128
Exterior mirrors ............................. 37
F
Fault ........................................... 167
First aid kit ................................... 84
Fixed air vents ........................... 149
Floor mats................................... 275
Folding mirrors ............................. 38
Following distance ......................107
Following distance indication ......192
Forward collision alert................. 189
Front airbag system .....................61
Front fog lights ...........109, 134, 239
Front pedestrian protection ........196
Front seats.................................... 47
Front storage ................................ 74
Fuel............................................. 220
Fuel for diesel engines ..............221
Fuel for petrol engines ...............220
Fuel gauge ................................. 102
Funnel......................................... 222
Fuses ......................................... 247
G Gauges ....................................... 100
Gear selection ........................... 164
Gear shifting ............................... 107
General information ...................224
Glovebox ..................................... 73