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231 Automatic transmission
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For brief stops, e.g. at traffic lights, leave the
transmission in gear and hold vehicle with the service
brake.
For longer stops with the engine idling, shift into “N”
or “P” and hold the vehicle with the service brake.
When stopping the vehicle on an uphill gradient, do not
hold it with the accelerator, use the brake. This avoids
unnecessary transmission heat build up.
Maneuvering
To maneuver in tight areas, e.g. when pulling into a
parking space, control the vehicle speed by gradually
releasing the brakes. Accelerate gently and never
abruptly step on the accelerator.
To rock a vehicle out of soft ground (mud or snow),
alternately shift from forward to reverse, while applying
slight partial throttle.Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the
ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to
come on. Turn off and restart the engine to clear the
malfunction indication.
Wa r n i n g !
Getting out of your vehicle with the selector lever
not fully engaged in position “P” is dangerous.
Also, when parked on an incline, position “P” alone
may not prevent your vehicle from moving,
possibly hitting people or objects.Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting
to position “P”, see page 238 for parking brake. When parked on an incline, also turn front wheel
against curb.Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
electronic key from the starter switch, take the
KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you and
lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended
in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. Children could move the gear selector lever
from position “P”, which could result in an
accident or serious injury.
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238 Parking brake
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Parking brakeTo engage, firmly depress parking brake pedal. When
the electronic key is in starter switch position 2, the
brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster should
come on brightly.
To release the parking brake, pull handle on instrument
panel. The brake warning lamp in the instrument
cluster should go out.
A warning sounds and the parking brake warning
message (see page 302) appears in the multifunction
display, if you start to drive without having released the
parking brake.
Also see brake warning lamp on page 292.
Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
electronic key from the starter switch, take the
KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you and
lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended
in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. Children could release the parking brake,
which could result in an accident or serious injury.
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403 Index
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex KEYLESS-GO-card ....................................................... 31
Locking and unlocking .............................................. 36
Locking and unlocking
with KEYLESS-GO-card ......................................... 40
Mechanical keys .......................................................... 47
Remote control ............................................................ 28
Simultaneous use of electronic main key
and KEYLESS-GO-card .......................................... 44
Summer opening/convenience feature ................... 45
Changing batteries in the KEYLESS-GO-card ...........366
Changing wheels ...........................................................340
CHECK ENGINE
malfunction indicator lamp .....................................290
Check regularly and before a long trip ......................287
Checking engine oil level
Via engine oil level indicator .................................. 154
Via oil dipstick ........................................................... 331
Child restraint ............................................ 70, 82, 88, 102
Cleaning and care of the vehicle ................................. 374
Coat hooks ...................................................................... 192
COMAND, radio and telephone ...................................208
Combination switch ...................................................... 160
Consumer information ..................................................399
Control and operation of radio transmitters .............208
COOLANT (coolant level) -
malfunction and warning messages ......................304COOLANT (coolant temperature) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 305
Coolant level
Adding ........................................................................ 333
Checking .................................................................... 333
Coolant temperature gauge .......................................... 117
Coolants .......................................................................... 397
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ........................ 398
Courtesy lighting ........................................................... 185
Cruise control ................................................................ 250
CRUISE CONTROL -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 309
Cup holder
Center console, front ................................................ 193
Rear bench armrest ................................................... 195
DDashboard ......................................................................... 22
Daytime running lamps ................................................ 158
Deep water
Driving instructions ................................................ 248
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 298
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 298
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See CHECK ENGINE
malfunction indicator lamp ................................290
Fuel filler flap, manual release ...................................368
Fuel requirements .........................................................396
Fuel reserve warning ....................................................293
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ...............393
Fuses, electrical .............................................................325
GGarage door opener .......................................................202
Gasoline
Additives ....................................................................397
Fuel requirements ....................................................396
Premium unleaded ...................................................396
General notes on the central locking system .............. 33
Glove box ......................................................................... 189HHazard warning flasher switch ................................... 163
Head restraints
Power head restraints, rear ....................................... 81
Head restraints, front seats
Removal and installation ........................................... 71Headlamp adjustment .................................................. 354
Headlamp cleaning system ........................................... 159
Headlamp mode (HEADLAMPS) .................................. 157
Headlights ....................................................................... 156
Heated seats ...................................................................... 76
Hood ................................................................................ 328
HOOD -
malfunction and warning messages ...................... 317
IIdentification labels ...................................................... 385
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 187
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ........ 114, 290
Individual settings ......................................................... 138
"INSTRUMENT CLUSTER" .......................................140
"LIGHTING" ................................................................ 142
"VEHICLE" .................................................................144
Infant and child restraint systems ..............................102
Installation .................................................................104
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 210
Infrared reflecting windshield .................................... 206
Inside rear view mirror .................................................106
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