In brief17Starting offCheck before starting off ● Tyre pressure 3 290 and
condition 3 315.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 270.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors 3 38,
seats 3 45 and seat belts
3 55.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
● Turn key to position 1.
● Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
● Operate clutch and brake.
● Do not operate accelerator pedal.
● Turn the key to position 2 for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes in the
Driver Information Centre.
● Turn key to position 3 and
release.
Starting the engine 3 226.
Stop-start system
An Autostop is indicated when controlindicator Ï illuminates in the Driver
Information Centre.
Manual transmission
If the vehicle is at low speed or in
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:
● depress the clutch pedal
● move the selector lever to neutral
● release the clutch pedal
To restart the engine, with the
selector lever in neutral, depress the
clutch pedal.
Manual transmission automated
If the vehicle is at a standstill and
certain conditions are fulfilled,
activate an Autostop as follows:
● selector lever in position N (or
D/M )
● depress brake pedal firmly
● do not accelerate
Keys, doors and windows37Depending on vehicle configuration:● press and hold e, or
● switch ignition on and off twice quickly, then close doors and
activate the anti-theft alarm
system
An audible signal will sound as
confirmation.
The status will remain until the doors
are unlocked.
Alarm When triggered, the alarm sounds via
a separate battery-backed power
sounder, and the hazard warning
lights flash simultaneously. The
number and duration of alarm signals are stipulated by legislation.
If the vehicle battery is disconnected
or its power supply is interrupted, the
alarm siren will be triggered. First
deactivate the anti-theft alarm system if the vehicle battery must be
disconnected.
To silence the alarm siren (if
triggered) and therefore deactivate
the anti-theft alarm system, reconnectvehicle battery and unlock vehicle
with remote control button c (or
switch on the ignition).
Immobiliser The system is part of the ignition
switch and checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to be started with the key being used.
The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the key has been
removed from the ignition switch and
also if the key is left in the ignition
switch when the engine is turned off.
If the engine cannot be started, switch off the ignition and remove key, wait
approx. 2 seconds and then repeat
the start attempt. If start attempt is
unsuccessful, attempt to start the
engine using the spare key and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Notice
Radio Frequency Identification
(RFID) tags may cause interference
with the key. Do not have it placed near the key when starting the
vehicle.Notice
The immobiliser does not lock the doors. Always lock the vehicle after
leaving it 3 23 and switch on the anti-
theft alarm system 3 35.
102Instruments and controls9Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check engine oil level 3 270.
Keep engine turned off and let the
vehicle be towed to a workshop.
Low fuel Y illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fuel level in the tank is too low. Refuel
immediately.
Never run the tank dry.
Refuelling 3 262.
Catalytic converter 3 233.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 275.
Stop-start system \ illuminates when an Autostop is
inhibited when certain conditions are
not fulfilled.
Ï illuminates during an Autostop.
Ï flashes if the clutch is not released
sufficiently.
Stop-start system 3 227.
Exterior light
F illuminates green.
Illuminated when the side lights are
on 3 109.
Low beam
9 illuminates or flashes green.
Illuminates
Illuminated when the headlights are on 3 109.Flashes
Fault in the lighting.
High beam P illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and during headlight flash 3 110.
High beam assist f illuminates when the high beam
assist is activated 3 110.
Front fog lights
> illuminates green.
Illuminated when the front fog lights
are on 3 112.
Rear fog light ø illuminates yellow.
Illuminated when the rear fog light is on 3 113.
Cruise control
U , m illuminate green.
212Climate controlRear heating system
If the engine is switched off, the rear
compartment can be heated by the
additional heating, through low level
vents.
By programming values using the
control panel, the user can adjust the
time, day and temperature settings.
Heating will cease to operate if the
vehicle fuel level drops too low.
During operation, power from the
vehicle battery is used. For short
journey times, check the vehicle
battery regularly and recharge if
necessary.
Notice
If the rear heating system is
activated while the engine is
running, an Autostop will be
inhibited.
To ensure efficient performance, the low level air vents in the rear
passenger compartment must not be obstructed.9 Warning
Do not operate the system when
refuelling, when dust or
combustible vapours are present
or in enclosed spaces (e.g.
garage).
9 Warning
If the warning light illuminates in
combination with the hazard
warning flashers, stop vehicle and switch off engine as soon as
possible. Evacuate the vehicle, there is a risk of fire.
254Driving and operatingpedal to override the automatic
braking if the situation and the
surroundings permit.
In the following cases, active
emergency braking performance is limited:
● driving on winding or hilly roads
● detecting all vehicles, especially 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
● sensor in the windscreen or radar
unit behind the front bumper blocked by snow, ice, slush, mud, dirt, etc.
● windscreen damaged or affected
by foreign objects, e.g. stickers
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.Fault
In case the system requires a service, a message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.
Additionally, warning lights l and
j illuminate at the same time.
When the system detects that its
function is not available, warning light
l or j illuminates and stays on.
Additionally, a message in the Driver
Information Centre appears. The system may be temporarily disrupted
(for example: radar or camera
obscured by dirt, mud, snow etc.). In
this case, park the vehicle and switch off the engine. Clean the windscreen
area around the camera and the
detection zone of the radar in the front bumper. When the warning lights and
messages still appear after starting
the vehicle again, seek the
assistance of a workshop.Parking assist9 Warning
It is the driver who bears full
responsibility for the parking
manoeuvre.
Always check the surrounding
area while reversing and using the rear parking assist system.
The parking assist measures the
distance between the vehicle and
obstacles behind and, if available, in
front of the vehicle. It informs and
warns the driver by giving acoustic
signals.
The system consists of four ultrasonic parking sensors in the rear bumper
and, if available, four ultrasonic
parking sensors in the front bumper.
Vehicle care267Vehicle careGeneral Information...................268
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 268
Vehicle storage ........................268
End-of-life vehicle recovery .....269
Vehicle checks ........................... 269
Performing work ......................269
Bonnet ..................................... 269
Engine oil ................................. 270
Engine coolant ......................... 272
Power steering fluid .................272
Washer fluid ............................ 272
Brakes ..................................... 273
Brake fluid ............................... 273
Vehicle battery ......................... 273
Diesel fuel system bleeding .....275
Wiper blade replacement ........276
Bulb replacement .......................276
Headlights ............................... 277
Front fog lights ......................... 278
Front turn lights .......................278
Tail lights ................................. 279
Side turn lights ......................... 281
Centre high-mounted brake light ......................................... 281Number plate light...................282
Interior lights ............................ 283
Instrument panel illumination ...284
Electrical system ........................284
Fuses ....................................... 284
Engine compartment fuse box . 285
Instrument panel fuse box .......286
Load compartment fuse box ....287
Vehicle tools .............................. 289
Tools ........................................ 289
Wheels and tyres .......................290
Tyres ....................................... 290
Winter tyres ............................. 290
Tyre designations ....................290
Tyre pressure .......................... 290
Tyre pressure monitoring system .................................... 291
Tread depth ............................. 293
Changing tyre and wheel size . 294
Wheel covers ........................... 294
Tyre chains .............................. 294
Tyre repair kit .......................... 295
Wheel changing .......................298
Spare wheel ............................ 300
Jump starting ............................. 303
Towing ....................................... 305
Towing the vehicle ...................305
Towing another vehicle ...........306Appearance care .......................307
Exterior care ............................ 307
Interior care ............................. 309
270Vehicle care
Push the safety catch to the side and
open the bonnet.
Depending on version, pull the safety catch, located slightly beside the
centre, and open the bonnet.
Pull up the support rod from its holder,
then secure it in the hook on the
underside of the bonnet.
If the bonnet is opened during an
Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Stop-start system 3 227.Caution
Ensure the windscreen wiper is
switched off before opening the
bonnet 3 85.
Closing
Before closing the bonnet, press the
support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch from a low height
(20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is
engaged.
Caution
Do not press the bonnet into the
latch, to avoid dents.
9 Warning
In the event of even a minor head-
on collision, have the bonnet
safety catch checked by a
workshop.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine.
Ensure that the correct specification
of engine oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants
3 311.
The maximum engine oil
consumption is 0.6 l per 600 miles.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 10 minutes.
276Vehicle careIf the engine cannot be started after
several attempts to bleed the diesel
fuel system, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Wiper blade replacement Wiper blades on the windscreen
If required, use the step located below
the headlights to reach the
windscreen wiper.
Lift wiper arm, press retaining clip
towards wiper arm and detach wiper
blade.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.Bulb replacement
Ensure the ignition is switched off
completely (the vehicle must not be in
an Autostop 3 227) and turn off the
relevant switch or close the doors.
Only hold a new bulb at the base. Do not touch the bulb glass with bare
hands.
Use only the same bulb type for
replacement.
Have additional lighting bulbs of the
body conversions replaced by a
workshop.
Bulb check
After a bulb replacement, switch on
the ignition, operate and check the
lights.
Performing work 3 269.