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›Confirm the speed limit that was set by pressing button B again, or wait ap-
prox. 5 seconds until the setting is saved automatically (the value stops flash- ing).
Change or delete speed limit›
With button
A
» Fig. 7 on page 14 choose the menu point Warning against
excessive speeds.
›
Pressing button
B
deletes the speed limit.
›
Pressing the button
B
activates the ability to change the speed limit.
If the set speed limit is exceeded, an audible signal will sound as a warning. At
the same time the message (warning against excessive speed) appears on the
display with the set limit value.
The set driving mode remains stored even after switching the ignition on and off.
Warning lights
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Handbrake
16
Braking system
16
Seat belt warning light
17
Generator
17
Engine oil
17
Coolant
18
Power steering
18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
18
Traction Control System (TC)
19
Antilock brake system (ABS)
19
The rear fog light
19
Exhaust inspection system
19
EPC fault light
19
Airbag system
20
Automated transmission
20
Turn signal system
20
Cruise control system
21
Main beam
21/ Safety belt (belt status display) - rear seat21 City Safe Drive21
START STOP
21
The warning lights show certain functions/faults and may be accompanied by
audible signals.
WARNING■ If illuminated warning lights and the corresponding descriptions and warn-
ing notes are not observed, this may result in severe injuries or major vehicle
damage.■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. There is a risk of
injuries, scalding, accidents and fire when working in the engine compart-
ment, e.g. inspecting and replenishing oil and other fluids. It is essential to ob-
serve safety notes » page 127, Engine compartment .
Handbrake
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
The warning light
comes on if the handbrake is applied. An audible warning is
also given if you drive the vehicle for at least 3 seconds at a speed of more than
6 km/h.
Braking system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light
illuminates if the brake fluid level is too low or there is a
fault in the ABS.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the level of the brake flu-
id » page 133 .
Further information » page 68.
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WARNING■If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 36.■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 127, Engine compartment .
■
If the warning light is displayed simultaneously with warning light
» page 19 , Antilock brake system (ABS) , do not continue your jour-
ney! Seek help from a specialist garage.
■
A fault to the braking system can increase the vehicle's braking distance!
Seat belt warning light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light
comes on after the ignition is switched on as a reminder for
the driver and front passenger to fasten the seat belt. The warning light only goes out if the driver or front passenger has fastened his seat belt.
If the seat belt has not been fastened by the driver or front passenger, a perma-
nent warning signal sounds at vehicle speeds greater than 25 km/h and simulta-
neously the warning light
flashes.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
90 seconds, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light
lights up
permanently.
Further information » page 94, Seat belts .
Generator
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
If the warning light lights up
when the engine is running, the vehicle battery is
not being charged.
Seek help from a specialist garage. The electrical system requires checking.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
lights » page 36 .
CAUTION
If the warning light (cooling system fault) comes on in addition to the warning
light in the display when driving, stop the vehicle immediately and switch the
engine off – risk of engine damage!
Engine oil
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
When the indicator light is flashing
, the engine oil pressure is too low.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched on.
Stop the vehicle and switch the engine off if the warning light does not go off
after the engine has started or flashes while driving. Check the oil level and top up with engine oil if necessary » page 131, Checking the oil level .
An audible signal sounds as a warning signal.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top up the
engine oil under the prevailing conditions. This can cause serious engine damage.
Therefore, switch the engine off and seek help from a specialist garage.
Even if the oil level is correct,
do not drive any further if the warning light is
flashing. Also do not leave the engine running at an idling speed.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 36, Hazard warning light system .17warning lights and instruments
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CAUTIONThe red oil pressure light is not an oil level indicator! One should therefore
check the oil level at regular intervals, preferably after every refuelling stop.
Coolant
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
If the warning light
lights up or flashes, either the coolant temperature is too
high or the coolant level is too low.
An audible signal sounds as a warning tone.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, check the level of the coolant » page 132,
and refill the coolant if necessary » page 133.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible to top up the
coolant under the prevailing conditions. This can cause serious engine damage.
Therefore, switch the engine off and seek help from a specialist garage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the radiator fan. Check the fuse for the radia-
tor fan, replace if necessary » page 156, Fuses in the engine compartment .
Do not continue driving if the warning light
does not go off even though the
coolant level is correct and the fuse for the fan is in working order!
Seek help from a specialist garage.
WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis- tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
lights » page 36 .
Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
If the warning light after switching on the ignition or when driving lights up con-
tinuously, a fault exists in the electromechanical power steering.
› If the
yellow warning light lights up
, this indicates a partial failure of the
power steering and the steering forces can be greater.
› If the
red warning light lights up
, this indicates a complete failure of the pow-
er steering and the steering assist has failed (significantly higher steering forces).
Further information » page 66.
Note
■
If the yellow warning light goes out after starting the engine again and driv-
ing a short distance, it is not necessary to visit a specialist garage.■
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the yellow warn-
ing light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go
out after driving a short distance.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
The warning light flashes
to show that the ESC is currently operating.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the ESC.
As the ESC operates in conjunction with the ABS, the ESP warning light will also come on if the ABS system fails.
If the warning light
comes on immediately after starting the engine, the ESC
can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the ESC can be switched on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes out, the ESC is fully functional again.
Further information » page 80, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .
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NoteIf the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after
driving a short distance.
Traction Control System (TC)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light
comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
The warning light comes on when driving when a control cycle is activated. The warning light illuminates permanently if there is a fault in the TCS.
The fact that the TCS operates together with the ABS means that the TCS warn-ing light will also come on if the ABS system is not operating properly.
If the warning light comes on immediately after starting the engine, the TCS
can be switched off for technical reasons. In this case, the TCS can be switched
on again by switching the ignition on and off. If the warning light goes out, the
TCS is fully functional again.
Further information » page 81, Traction Control System (TCS) .
Note
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the warning light
comes on after switching on the ignition. The warning light should go out after
driving a short distance.
Antilock brake system (ABS)
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the ABS.
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS. Seek help from a specialist garage.
Further information » page 81, Antilock Braking System (ABS) .WARNING■
If you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
light system » page 36.■
If the warning light » page 16 is displayed simultaneously with the ABS
warning light , do not continue your journey! Seek help from a specialist
garage.
■
The following guidelines should be observed when opening the bonnet and
checking the brake fluid level » page 127, Engine compartment .
■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehicle's
braking distance – risk of accident!
The rear fog light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
The warning light
comes on when the rear fog lights are operating » page 35.
Exhaust inspection system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the exhaust inspection system.
The engine control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
EPC fault light
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
If the warning light
lights up, there is a fault in the engine control. The engine
control unit allows the vehicle to run in emergency mode.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
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Airbag systemFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
Monitoring the airbag system
The warning light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on.
There is a fault in the system if the warning light does not go out or flashes while
driving »
. This also applies if the warning light does not come on when the ig-
nition is switched on.
The operational capability of the airbag system is monitored electronically, includ-
ing when one of the airbags is switched off.
The following situation applies if the front or side airbag or belt tensioner have
been switched off using the vehicle system tester:
› The warning light
lights up for around 4 seconds after switching on the igni-
tion and then flashes approximately another 12 seconds in 2 second intervals.
The following situation applies if the airbag has been switched off using the key switch for the airbag in the front passenger storage compartment:
› The warning light
comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched
on;
› The deactivated airbag is indicated by the illumination of the warning light
in the middle of the dash panel » page 102, Deactivating
the front passenger airbag .
WARNINGIf there is a fault, have the airbag system checked immediately by a specialist
garage. Otherwise, there is a risk that the airbag will not be deployed in the event of an accident.
Automated transmission
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 16.
Warning light
Do not continue your journey if the warning light
lights up and an acoustic sig-
nal sounds. Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Warning light
If the warning light lights up and no gear can be selected, switch the ignition
on and off. If the warning light lights up after you switch on the ignition, seek as- sistance from a specialist garage.
If the warning light or warning light lights up and an acoustic signal sounds,
this means that the automatic gearbox has overheated. Stop and allow the trans-
mission to cool down or drive more quickly than 20 km/h (12 mph).
If the warning light lights up again, switch off the vehicle, shut off the engine
and allow the gearbox to cool down.
Warning light
If the warning light lights up, operate the brake pedal.
Warning light
If the warning light lights up, operate the handbrake.
Further information » page 71, Automated transmission .WARNINGIf you have to stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe dis-
tance from the traffic, switch off the engine and activate the hazard warning
lights » page 36 .
Turn signal system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 16.
Either the left
or right
warning light flashes depending on the position of the
turn signal lever.
If a turn signal light fails, the warning light flashes at twice its normal rate.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the turn signal lights as well as both warning lights to flash.
Further information » page 34, Turn signal and main beam .
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›Turn on the ignition and press the windscreen wiper lever into position4
» Fig. 31 on page 39 ; the windscreen wiper arms move to the home position.
Replacing the rear windscreen wiper blade
Fig. 33
Rear window wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 38.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Raise the windscreen wiper arm from the rear window and slightly tilt the wind-
screen wiper blade towards the wiper arm, arrow
A
» Fig. 33 .
›
Hold the windscreen wiper arm at the top end.
›
Press the locking button
1
and remove the wiper blade in the direction of ar-
row
B
.
Attaching the wiper blade
›
Push the windscreen wiper blade until the stop and it locks in place.
›
Check that the wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the wiper arm back to the windscreen.
Rear mirror
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror
40
Exterior mirrors
41WARNING■ Make sure that the mirror is not covered by ice, snow, mist or other objects.■Convex (curved outward) or aspheric exterior mirrors increase the field of vi-
sion. They do, however, make objects appear smaller in the mirror. These mir-
rors are therefore only of limited use for estimating distances to the following
vehicles.■
Whenever possible use the interior mirror for estimating the distances to
the following vehicles.
Note
■ The exterior mirror heater only operates when the engine is running.■Do not touch the surface of the exterior mirrors if the exterior mirror heater is
switched on.■
If the electrical exterior mirror setting fails at any time, the mirrors can be adjus-
ted by hand by pressing on the edge of the mirror surface.
■
Contact a specialist garage if there is a fault with the power setting function for
the exterior mirrors.
Interior mirror
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 40.
Dimming mirror
›
Adjust the lever at the lower edge of the mirror towards the windscreen.
Basic setting
›
Adjust the lever at the lower edge of the mirror away from the windscreen.
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WARNING■The front passenger airbag should be switched off when transporting ob-
jects on the seat backrest that has been folded forwards » page 102.■
Only adjust the seat backrest when the vehicle is stationary.
■
When moving the seat backrest, make sure that the seat backrest has been
properly secured – check by pulling on the seat backrest.
■
If the seat backrest is folded, passengers may only be transported on the
outer seat behind the driver.
■
When moving the seat backrest, keep limbs out of the area between the
seat and seat backrest – risk of injury!
■
The seat backrest that has been folded forwards must never be used to
transport objects that: ■could restrict the driver's view;
■ can make it impossible for the driver to operate the vehicle, e.g. if they
could fall under the pedals or protrude into the driver's area; ■ could injure passengers when the driver accelerates sharply, changes di-
rection or brakes.
Front seat heating
Fig. 37
Heated front seats
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 42.
The front seats can be heated electrically. In some seat versions, the seat back-
rest is heated as well.
The seat heating can only be switched on when the engine is running.
›
Press the symbol button
or
» Fig. 37 .
Pressing once switches the seat heating on at its maximum level.
With repeated pressing of the switch, the level of the seat heating is down-regu-
lated up to the switch-off. The level of the seat heating is indicated by the num-
ber of illuminated warning lights in the switch.WARNINGIf, as an occupant, you have a subdued pain and/or temperature sensitivity,
e.g. through medication, paralysis or because of chronic illness (e.g. diabetes),
we recommend you do not use seat heating on the driver or front passenger
seat. This can lead to burns on the back, the posterior and the legs which are difficult to heal. If the seat heating is used, we recommend to make regular
breaks in your journey when driving long distances, so that the body can recu-
perate from the stress of the journey. Please consult your doctor, who can evaluate your specific condition.
CAUTION
■ Do not kneel on the seats or otherwise apply pressure at specific points to
avoid damaging the heating elements for the seat heaters.■
Do not turn on the seat heater if seats are not occupied.
■
Do not switch on the seat heating if the seats have objects attached to or
placed on them, for example a child seat, a bag, etc. A fault of the heating ele- ments in the seat heating can occur.
■
If additional seat covers or protective covers are attached to the seats, do not
turn on the seat heater - there is a risk of damaging the seat covers and seat
heating.
■
Do not clean the seats using moisture » page 120, Seat covers .
Note
If the on-board voltage drops, the seat heating is switched off automatically, in
order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control » page 137,
Automatic load deactivation .
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Using the air conditioning system economicallyFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 59.
The compressor on the air conditioning system uses power from the engine whenin cooling mode which will effect the fuel consumption.
It recommended to open the windows or the doors of a vehicle for which the inte- rior has been strongly heated through the effect of direct sunlight in order to al-low the heated air to escape.
The cooling system should not be on if the windows are open.
For the sake of the environment
Pollutant emissions are also reduced when fuel is saved » page 74.
Operational problems
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 59.
If the cooling system does not operate at outside temperatures higher than +5 °C,
there is a problem in the system. The reasons for this may be.
› One of the fuses has blown. Check the fuse and replace if necessa-
ry » page 154 .
› The cooling system has switched off automatically for a short time because the
coolant temperature of the engine is too hot » page 15.
If you are not able to resolve the operational problem yourself, or if the cooler
output has reduced, switch off the cooling system and seek assistance from a
specialist garage.
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Driving
Starting-off and Driving
Steering
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the steering wheel position
66
Power steering
66WARNING■ When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the outer
edge in the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock position. Never hold the steering wheel in
the 12 o'clock position or in any other way (e.g. in the middle or inner edge of
the steering wheel). Otherwise, activation of the driver airbag could cause se-
vere injuries to arms, hands and head.■
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when the
vehicle is stationary!
■
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance
B
» Fig. 67 on page 66be-
tween the steering wheel and your chest is at least 25 cm. Not maintaining
this minimum distance will mean that the airbag system will not be able to
properly protect you – hazard!
■
If the steering wheel is adjusted further towards the head, the protection
provided by the driver airbag in the event of an accident is reduced. Check
that the steering wheel is aligned to the chest.
Adjusting the steering wheel positionFig. 67
Adjustable steering wheel: Lever below the steering wheel/safe dis-
tance to the steering wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 66.
The height of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
›
First of all adjust the driver's seat » page 43.
›
Swing the lever
A
» Fig. 67 below the steering wheel down.
›
Adjust the height of the steering wheel to the desired position.
›
Push the lever upwards to the stop.
WARNINGThe lever for adjusting the steering wheel must be locked whilst driving so
that the position of the steering wheel cannot accidentally change during the
journey – risk of accident!
Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings
on page 66.
The power steering enables you to steer the vehicle with less physical force.
The power steering only works when the engine is running.
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It is still fully possible to steer the vehicle if the power steering fails or if the en-gine is not running (e.g. when towing). However, greater physical effort is re-
quired to turn the steering wheel.
If there is a fault in the power steering, the warning light or
lights up in the
instrument cluster » page 18.
Starting and stopping the engine
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobilizer
68
Ignition lock
68
Starting the engine
68
Switching off the engine
68
The engine can only be started using a correctly coded original key.
The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time afterstarting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
WARNING■ When driving, the ignition key must always be in the position 2 » Fig. 68 on
page 68 (ignition switched on) without the engine running. This position is
indicated by the warning lights coming on. If this is not the case, this could re-
sult in unexpected locking of the steering wheel – risk of accident!■
Only pull the ignition key from the ignition lock when the vehicle has come
to a complete stop (by applying the handbrake). Otherwise, the steering could
be blocked – risk of accident!
■
When leaving the vehicle, the ignition must always be removed. This is par-
ticularly important if children are left in the vehicle. Children could otherwise
start the engine for example – risk of accident or injury!
■
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
■
Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
dent!
WARNING■ Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The ex-
haust gases from the engine contain substances such as odourless and col-
ourless carbon monoxide (a poisonous gas) – risk to life!■
Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.
CAUTION
■ The starter must only be operated when the engine is not running and the vehi-
cle is at a standstill. The starter or engine can be damaged if the starter is activa-
ted when the engine is running 3
» Fig. 68 on page 68.
■
If the engine does not start up after a second attempt, the fuse for the fuel
pump may have a fault. Check the fuse and replace if necessary » page 154,
Fuses on the underside of the dash panel , or seek assistance from a specialist ga-
rage.
■
Let go of the ignition key as soon as the engine starts otherwise the starter
could be damaged.
■
Do not tow start the engine – there is a risk of damaging the engine and the
catalytic converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start
aid » page 150 , Jump-starting .
CAUTION
■
Avoid high engine revolutions, full throttle and high engine loads before the en-
gine has reached its operating temperature – risk of damaging the engine!■
Do not switch the engine off immediately at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated over a prolonged period at high loads but leave it to
run at an idling speed for about 1 minute. This prevents any possible accumulation
of heat when the engine is switched off.
For the sake of the environment
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. If possible, start your
journey as soon as the engine has started. Through this the engine reaches its
operating temperature more rapidly and the pollutant emissions are lower.
Note
After switching off the ignition, the radiator fan can intermittently continue to op-
erate for approx. 10 minutes.
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