
Dynamic cornering light (AFSyf
Swivelling lamps automatically improve the lighting of the road when cornering, and even when you 
are not driving round a corner. The dynamic cornering light only works at speeds above 
approximately 10 km/h (6 mphyf  D Q G  Z K H Q  W K H  G L S S H G  E H D P  K H D G O L J K W V  D U H  V Z L W F K H G  R Q .
In vehicles with a corresponding equipment level, the dynamic cornering light can be activated and 
deactivated in the Infotainment system in the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Operation and 
display in the Infotainment system:
Signal tones if lights are not switched off
If the key is removed from the ignition lock and the driver door is opened, a signal tone will sound in 
the following situations:
•If the parking light is switched on.
•The light switch is in position   or  .
When the Coming Home function is switched on, no signal tone will be given as a reminder that a 
light is still switched on when leaving the vehicle.
Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and 
therefore change automatically when the user account changes ⇒ Personalisation.
Main beam
Switching main beam on and off
Fig. 98 On left of the steering column: turn signal and main beam lever.
•Switch on the ignition and dipped beam.
•Move the turn signal and main beam lever from the centre position to the following position:
Main beam switched on.
Operate the headlight flasher or switch off the main beam. The headlight flasher comes on 
for as long as the lever is pulled.
When the main beam or headlight flasher are switched on, the blue indicator lamp   in the 
instrument cluster lights up.
Main-beam control
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, advanced main-beam control may also be available 
⇒ Main-beam control.
Main-beam control
The main-beam control automatically dips the headlights when oncoming vehicles and/or vehicles 
driving in front are detected. Main-beam control normally also recognises illuminated areas such as 
towns and deactivates main beam while driving through them.
Within the limits of the system, main-beam control automatically switches the main beam on at 
speeds of over approximately 60 km/h (37 mphyf   G H S H Q G L Q J  R Q  D P E L H Q W  D Q G  W U D I I L F  F R Q G L W L R Q V   D Q G  
switches it off again at speeds under approximately 30 km/h (18 mphyf  ⇒.
There are two versions of the main-beam control system:
•Main-beam control (Light Assistyf   0 D L Q  E H D P  F R Q W U R O  D X W R P D W L F D O O \  V Z L W F K H V  P D L Q  E H D P  R Q  D Q G  
off when other road users are detected.
•Advanced main-beam control (Dynamic Light Assistyf  ⇒ Advanced main-beam control (Dynamic 
Light Assistyf.
Incorrect use of the main beam headlights can lead to accidents and serious injuries as 
the main beam headlights can distract and dazzle other road users.
WARNING 

In vehicles with a corresponding equipment level, main-beam control can be activated and 
deactivated in the Infotainment system in the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Operation and 
display in the Infotainment system:
Switching on main beam control
•Switch on the ignition and turn the light switch to position  .
•Tap the turn signal and main beam lever forwards out of the basic position.
When the main-beam control is switched on, the indicator lamp   is shown on the instrument 
cluster display.
Switching off main beam control
•Pull back the turn signal and main beam lever.
•OR: turn the light switch to a position that is not  .
•OR: switch off the ignition.
•OR: push the turn signal and main beam lever forwards to switch on the manual main beam.
Advanced main-beam control (Dynamic Light Assistyf
Advanced main-beam control provides maximum illumination for the road and the surrounding area. 
At the same time, it prevents vehicles in front or oncoming vehicles from being dazzled. The system 
uses a camera to detect other road users and their distance from your vehicle and covers part of 
the headlights appropriately. If the system can no longer prevent other road users from being 
dazzled, the main beams are switched off automatically.
System limits
The main beam must be switched off manually under the following conditions because it is not 
switched off in time or not switched off at all by the main beam control:
•In poorly lit streets where there are highly-reflective signs.
•Other road users with insufficient lighting facilities, such as pedestrians, cyclists.
•In tight bends, brows of hills or depressions in the land or half-hidden oncoming traffic.
•With oncoming traffic on streets with a central barrier where the driver can see clearly over the 
central barrier e.g. truck drivers.
•In fog, snow or heavy rain.
•In dusty or sandy areas.
•Damage to the windscreen in the camera's vision field.
•If the viewing field of the camera is misted up, dirty, covered by a sticker, snow or ice.
•If the camera is broken or the power supply is interrupted.
Light-emitting objects in the camera's field of operation, e.g. mobile navigation devices, could 
impair the functions of the main-beam control system (Light Assistyf .
Parking light
Switching the parking lights on and off
Do not let the extra convenience afforded by main beam control tempt you into taking any 
risks when driving – this can cause accidents. The system is not a substitute for the full 
concentration of the driver.
•Always check the lights yourself and adjust them to the prevailing conditions for lights, 
vision and road traffic.
•The main beam control may not be able to recognise all driving situations correctly and 
may not work properly in certain situations.
•If the camera's field of view is dirty, covered or damaged, the function of the main 
beam control may be impaired. This also applies if changes are made to the vehicle's 
lighting system, for example if additional headlights are fitted.
WARNING
Please observe the following points in order to avoid impairing the proper function of the 
system:
•Regularly clean the camera's field of view, and keep it free from snow and ice.
•Do not cover the camera's field of view.
•Regularly check the area of the windscreen that is in the camera's field of view for 
damage.
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Troubleshooting
Washer fluid level too low. Fill up the washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible ⇒ Washer 
fluid.Fault in the rain/light sensor. Switch the ignition on and off. If the indicator lamp still lights 
up permanently after you switch the ignition back on, seek expert assistance.Fault in 
windscreen wipers. Switch the ignition on and off. If the indicator lamp still lights up permanently 
after you switch the ignition back on, seek expert assistance.
Changes in the response of the rain/light sensor
Possible causes for faults and misinterpretations relating to the sensitive surface of the rain/light 
sensor ⇒ Vehicle overviews include:
•Damaged wiper blades: a film of water or smears caused by damaged wiper blades can 
increase the time the wipers are switched on, can shorten the length of the intervals between 
wipes or cause the wipers to run quickly and continuously.
•Insects: insects hitting the windscreen surface can cause the wipers to be activated.
•Salt deposits: in winter, salt deposits on the windscreen can cause the wipers to continue to 
wipe the windscreen when it is almost dry.
•Soiling: dry dust, wax, windscreen coatings (lotus effectyf   R U  G H W H U J H Q W  G H S R V L W V   I U R P  D Q  
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slowly, or prevent it from reacting at all. Clean the sensitive surface of the rain/light sensor 
⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior at regular intervals and inspect the wiper blades 
for damage.
•Crack in the windscreen: a wipe cycle will be triggered if the rain/light sensor is on when the 
windscreen is impacted by a stone. The rain/light sensor will then register the reduction in 
sensitivity of the surfaces and adjust accordingly. The size of the crack can affect the way in 
which the rain/light sensor activates the wipers.
We recommend that you use an alcohol-based glass cleaner to remove wax and polish.
The wipers will try to wipe away any obstacles that are on the windscreen. The wipers will 
stop moving if the obstacle blocks their path. Remove the obstacle and switch the wipers back on 
again.
Mirrors
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Interior mirror
⇒ Exterior mirrors
You can use the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror to observe traffic behind you and adjust 
driving style accordingly.
For safety reasons it is important that the driver positions the exterior and interior mirrors correctly 
before starting a journey ⇒.
Looking in the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror does not allow the driver to see the entire side 
and rear area of the vehicle. The area that cannot be seen is known as the blind spot. There may 
be objects and other road users in the blind spot.
Adjusting the exterior and interior mirrors while driving may cause the driver to become 
distracted. This can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
•Exterior and interior mirrors should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stationary.
•When parking, changing lane, or performing an overtaking or turning manoeuvre, 
always pay careful attention to the area around the vehicle as objects and other road 
users may be located in the blind spot.
•Always ensure that the mirrors are positioned correctly and that the rear view is not 
restricted by ice, snow, condensation or any other objects.
WARNING
If you estimate the distance from traffic behind you incorrectly, you can cause accidents 
and serious injuries.
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the mirror seem smaller and further away than they actually are.
•Using curved mirrors to estimate the distance from other vehicles behind you when 
changing lanes can provide inaccurate results and can lead to accidents and severe 
injuries.
•Whenever possible, use the interior mirror to check the exact distance between your 
vehicle and following traffic or other objects.
•Ensure that you have a good view to the rear of the vehicle.
WARNING 

•m/k/a995MKVehicles with ignition lock: Turn the vehicle key to position ⇒ Fig. 118② – 
do not depress the accelerator. Release the vehicle key once the engine has started.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with a starter button: Press the starter button once ⇒ Starter 
button – do not depress the accelerator. There must be a valid vehicle key in the vehicle before 
the engine can be started. Release the starter button once the engine has started.
•If the engine does not start, stop the start procedure and repeat it after approximately one 
minute.
•m/k/a995MK Vehicles with starter button: Jump start the vehicle if necessary 
⇒ Emergency start function.
•Switch off the electronic parking brake if you wish to pull away.
Do not warm up the engine by running it while the vehicle is stationary. Instead, pull off as 
soon as there is good visibility through the windows. This helps the engine to reach operating 
temperature more quickly and reduces emissions.
Components with a high power consumption are switched off temporarily when the engine is 
started.
The engine cannot, for example, be started with the starter button if the cell battery in the 
vehicle key is weak or flat. In this case, use the emergency start function ⇒ Emergency start 
function.
When starting from cold, the engine may be a little noisy for the first few seconds. This is 
quite normal, and no cause for concern.
At outside temperatures of less than +5°C (+41°Fyf   I X P H V  P D \  E H  G H W H F W H G  X Q G H U  D  Y H K L F O H  
with a diesel engine if the fuel-powered supplementary heater is switched on.
Stopping the engine
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
•Bring the vehicle to a standstill ⇒.
•Park the vehicle ⇒ Parking.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with ignition lock: Turn the vehicle key to position ⇒ Fig. 118⓪ in 
the ignition lock.
Never leave the engine running if you leave the vehicle unattended, particularly not if a 
gear or position has been selected. The vehicle could move suddenly or something 
unexpected may happen that may cause damage, fire or serious injuries.
WARNING
Start boosters may explode or suddenly cause the engine to run at high revs.
•Never use a start booster.
WARNING
•The starter and the engine can be damaged if you attempt to start the engine while the 
vehicle is in motion or if the engine is started again immediately after it has been 
switched off.
•When the engine is cold, avoid high engine speeds, driving at full throttle and 
overloading the engine.
•Do not push-start or tow-start the vehicle. Unburnt fuel can damage the catalytic 
converter.
NOTICE
If the engine does not start, never use the starter with a gear selected and the vehicle key 
in the ignition lock in position ⇒ Fig. 118② for driving or tow-starting, e.g. when the fuel 
tank is empty. This could cause damage to the starter.
•Fill up fuel if necessary ⇒ Fuel types and refuelling or jump start the vehicle ⇒ Jump 
starting.
•If the engine does not start, seek expert assistance.
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Switching on start/stop
The function is automatically activated every time the ignition is switched on. The instrument cluster 
display will show information about the current status.
Vehicles with DSG dual clutch gearbox may be equipped with a start/stop system with engine-off 
coasting function. The engine-off coasting function is deactivated and activated together with the 
start/stop system.
Further information regarding start/stop mode is available in the Infotainment system ⇒ Operation 
and display in the Infotainment system. This information also applies to coasting.
Indicator lamps
If the indicator lamp  is lit, the start/stop system is available and automatic engine stop is active.
If the indicator lamp  is lit, the start/stop system is not available or the start/stop system has 
started the engine automatically. Check whether all technical requirements have been fulfilled. If 
not, ensure that all technical requirements are met ⇒ Important preconditions for automatic engine 
switch-off.
The display on the instrument cluster may show the status of the start/stop system.
In addition, start/stop information on the current status of the start/stop system can be displayed as 
required in Infotainment systems with a navigation function. Touch the i in the start/stop 
information to obtain further information on the status.
Vehicles with a manual gearbox
•Disengage the gear and release the clutch pedal when the vehicle is coming to a stop, or when 
it is stationary. The engine is stopped.
•Depress the clutch pedal to restart the engine.
Vehicles with DSG  dual clutch gearbox
•To stop, press and hold the brake pedal. The engine switches off shortly before the vehicle 
reaches a complete standstill or when the vehicle is stationary.
•Take your foot off the brake pedal, or depress the accelerator, to restart the engine.
Important preconditions for automatic engine switch-off
•The driver is wearing their seat belt.
•The driver door is closed.
•The bonnet is closed.
•A minimum engine temperature has been reached.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with Climatronic: the temperature of the vehicle interior is within 
the preset temperature range, and the humidity level is not too high.
•The defrost function of the air conditioning system is not switched on.
•The charge level of the 12-volt vehicle battery is sufficient.
•The temperature of the 12-volt vehicle battery is not too low or too high.
•The vehicle is not on a steep incline.
•The windscreen heating is not switched on.
•m/k/a995MKVehicles with DSG dual clutch gearbox: the steering wheel is not turned 
too sharply.
•Reverse gear is not engaged.
•The Park Assist system is not active.
•The Off-road or Off-road Individual driving profile is activated.
When the conditions for automatic engine switch-off are only fulfilled when the vehicle is stationary, 
the engine can also switch off subsequently, e.g. by switching off the defrost function.
Conditions for an automatic restart
The engine can start automatically under the following conditions:
•If the temperature inside the vehicle substantially increases or decreases.
•If the vehicle rolls on.
•If the electric voltage of the 12-volt vehicle battery drops.
•If the steering wheel is moved.
As a general rule, the engine always starts again automatically when required by the detected 
situation and the vehicle.
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Fig. 122 Gear shift pattern of a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Select a forward gear
The positions of the individual driving gears are shown on the gearshift lever ⇒ Fig. 122.
•Fully depress and hold the clutch pedal.
•Move the gear lever to the required position ⇒.
•Release the clutch to engage.
In some countries, the clutch pedal will have to be depressed fully in order to start the engine.
Selecting reverse gear
•Reverse gear should only be selected when the vehicle is stationary.
•Fully depress and hold the clutch pedal ⇒.
•Move the gear lever to the neutral position and push down.
•Push the gearshift lever fully to the left and then to the front in the reverse gear position 
⇒ Fig. 122Ⓡ.
•Release the clutch to engage.
Shifting down
You should always select the next immediate gear when shifting down a gear whilst the vehicle is in 
motion. The engine revs should not be too high when doing this ⇒. Damage to the clutch and 
the gearbox could occur if at high speeds or high engine revs one or more gears are skipped when 
shifting down gear, even if the clutch is not released when doing this ⇒.
Kickdown
On vehicles with speed limiter ⇒ Speed limiter, the kickdown function allows the stored speed limit 
to be intentionally exceeded, e.g. when overtaking.
When the accelerator is fully depressed, the speed limiter regulator is temporarily switched off when 
the vehicle exceeds the stored speed.
Once the vehicle returns to a speed below the stored speed and the accelerator is no longer fully 
depressed, speed limiter regulation becomes active again.
When the Eco driving profile is selected in vehicles with driving profile selection ⇒ Driving profile 
selection and 4MOTION Active Control and the accelerator is depressed fully beyond the pressure 
point, the engine output is automatically regulated to ensure maximum vehicle acceleration.
Troubleshooting
Clutch does not transmit the entire engine torque. If necessary, remove foot from clutch pedal.
The clutch can overheat, for example if the vehicle pulls off regularly, travels at a crawl for long 
periods, or in stop and go traffic. Overheating is indicated by the warning lamp and in some cases 
by additional warning lamps and a text message in the instrument cluster display. An acoustic 
warning may also be given ⇒.Clutch is defective. Drive on carefully! Seek expert 
assistance. Failure to do so could result in considerable damage to the clutch.
When the engine is running, the vehicle will start to move as soon as a gear is engaged 
and the clutch released. This also applies when the electronic park brake has been 
switched on.
•Never engage reverse gear while the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
Shifting gears incorrectly to a lower gear can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, which 
can cause accidents and serious injuries.
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Fig. 126 Removing the cover of the gearshift gate.
Fig. 127 Unlocking the selector lever lock manually.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
The indicator lamps light up.
Brake pedal not depressed. Fully depress the brake pedal. Also see Adaptive Cruise Control 
(ACCyf  ⇒ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACCyf.Do not drive on! Gearbox fault. Allow the gearbox 
to cool down in selector lever position P. If the warning lamp does not go out, do not drive on. Seek 
professional assistance. Failure to do so could result in considerable damage to the gearbox.
Brake pedal not depressed, e.g. when trying to engage another position with the selector lever. To 
select a position, press the brake pedal. See also electronic parking brake ⇒ Electronic parking 
brake.
The indicator lamps flash.
The lock button in the selector lever is not engaged. The vehicle cannot drive off. Engage the 
selector lever lock ⇒ Selector lever lock.
Troubleshooting for the selector lever lock
In rare cases, the selector lever lock may not engage in vehicles with a DSG dual clutch 
gearbox. The drive is then deactivated to prevent the vehicle from accidentally pulling away. The 
indicator lamp flashes and an information message is also displayed. Use the following procedure 
to engage the selector lever lock:
•Depress the foot brake and then release it again.
Unlocking the selector lever lock manually
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towed, the selector lever lock must be released manually. Seek professional assistance.
The manual release mechanism is located under the cover of the gearshift gate.
Removing the cover of the gearshift gate
•Switch on the electronic parking brake. If the electronic parking brake cannot be switched on, 
the vehicle will have to be prevented from rolling off using other means.
•Switch off the ignition.
•Carefully pull the cover upwards in the area around the selector lever gaiter with connected 
electrical wiring ⇒ Fig. 126.
•Pull the cover up and over the selector lever ⇒.
Releasing the selector lever lock manually
Depending on the vehicle equipment, there are two possible manual release mechanism variants.
•Using the flat blade of the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit, carefully push the release lever 
in the direction of the arrow and hold it in this position ⇒ Fig. 126.
•Press the lock button on the front of the selector lever handle and move the selector lever to 
position N.
•After manual release, carefully press the cover onto the centre console while ensuring that the 
electrical wires are positioned correctly.
•Using the flat blade of the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit, carefully push the release lever 
in the direction of the arrow and hold it in this position ⇒ Fig. 127.
•Press the lock button on the front of the selector lever handle and move the selector lever to 
position N.
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•After manual release, carefully press the cover onto the centre console while ensuring that the 
electrical wires are positioned correctly.
Emergency programme
There is a fault in the system if all the displays on the instrument cluster for the selector lever 
positions have a light background. The DSG dual clutch gearbox is running in an emergency 
programme. The vehicle can still be driven in the emergency programme, but only at reduced 
speed and not in all gears.
In vehicles with a DSG dual clutch gearbox, you may no longer be able to select reverse gear.
In all cases you should have the DSG dual clutch gearbox checked by a qualified workshop 
immediately.
Overheating of the DSG dual clutch gearbox
The DSG dual clutch gearbox can become too hot, for example, if the vehicle pulls off 
frequently, drives at crawling speed for long periods, or in stop-and-go traffic. Overheating is 
indicated by the warning lamp and in some cases by a text message in the instrument cluster 
display. A signal tone may also be given. Stop the vehicle and allow the gearbox to cool down ⇒
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The vehicle does not move forwards or backwards even though a position 
has been selected
If the vehicle will not move in the required direction, the system may have selected the position 
incorrectly. Depress the brake pedal and reselect the position.
If the vehicle still does not move in the required direction, there is a system fault. Seek expert 
assistance and have the system checked.
Downhill speed control
If the vehicle is being held on the Auto Hold function, the green indicator lamp  lights up. 
Switch off Auto Hold if necessary ⇒ Auto Hold function.
The Hill Descent Control system in vehicles with a DSG dual clutch gearbox helps when braking 
and travelling downhill ⇒. This system uses the braking power of the engine, rather than the 
brakes directly.
The DSG dual clutch gearbox selects the best gear for the circumstances, depending on the 
steepness of the hill and the current speed. The selector lever must be in position D/S. The downhill 
speed control is not active in Tiptronic mode.
As the downhill speed control system can shift down only as far as third gear, it may be necessary 
to activate the Tiptronic mode when driving down particularly steep inclines. When in Tiptronic 
mode, select second or first gear manually in order to make use of the braking effect of the engine 
and to relieve the load on the brakes.
The start/stop system is automatically deactivated as long as downhill speed control is active.
Activating downhill speed control automatically:
•If the downhill gradient is greater than approximately 6yb .
•AND: if the selector lever is in position D/S.
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Never move the selector lever out of the position P if the electronic parking brake is not 
switched on. Otherwise the vehicle could move unexpectedly if it is stopped on an incline, 
which could lead to accidents and serious injuries.
WARNING
The DSG dual clutch gearbox will become damaged if the vehicle is allowed to roll for a 
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lever in position N and the engine switched off.
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•If the display indicates that the gearbox is overheating for the first time, the vehicle will 
have to be parked safely or driven faster than 20 km/h (12 mphyf .
•If the text message and signal tone are repeated every ten seconds, the vehicle must be 
parked safely immediately and the engine switched off. Allow the gearbox to cool down.
•In order to prevent damage to the gearbox, you should not drive on until the acoustic 
warning stops. You should not pull away or drive the vehicle at very low speeds while 
the gearbox is overheated.
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