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Brake fluid142Vehicle battery142
Wheels
145
Wheels and tyres
145
Operating in winter conditions
148
Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment, and self-help
149
Emergency equipment
149
Changing a wheel
151
Breakdown kit
154
Jump-starting
156
Towing the vehicle
157
Remote control - change battery
159
Emergency unlocking / locking of doors
159
Replacing windscreen wiper blades
161
Fuses and light bulbs
162
Fuses
162
Bulbs
165
Technical data
Technical data
173
Basic vehicle data
173
Vehicle-specific details per engine type
178
Index
3Table of Contents
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AbbreviationsAbbreviationDefinitionrpmEngine revolutions per minuteABSAnti-lock brake systemAGAutomatic gearboxAGMVehicle battery typeTCSTraction controlCO2Carbon dioxideCOCDeclaration of conformityDSGAutomatic double clutch gearboxEDLElectronic differential lockECEEconomic Commission for EuropeEPCEPC fault lightESCElectronic Stability ControlRDRim depthEUEuropean UnionHBAHydraulic brake assistHHCUphill start assistKESSYKeyless unlocking, starting and lockingkWKilowatt, measuring unit for outputLEDLighting element typeMCBMulti-collision brakeMGManual gearboxMPIGasoline engine with a multi-point fuel injectionMSREngine drag torque controlN1Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goodsNmNewton meter, measuring unit for the engine torquePINpersonal identification numberTDI CRDiesel engine with turbocharger and common rail injection
systemTSIPetrol engine with turbocharging and direct injectionAbbreviationDefinitionVINVehicle identification numberWWatt, unit of powerWi-Fiwireless data networkXDSFunctional extension of the electronic differential lock9Abbreviations
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At a speed of over 30 km/h the warning lightflashes and an audible warning
sounds at the same time.
If the seat belt is not fastened by the driver or front passenger during the next
approx. 2 minutes, the warning signal is deactivated and the warning light
il-
luminates permanently.
Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
illuminates - the ACC delay is not sufficient.
▶ Apply the brake.
For more information about the ACC system » page 110.
Power steering / steering lock (Motor start-up with button
press)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
Fault in the power steering
lights up – this indicates a complete failure of the power steering and the
steering assist is no longer working (significantly higher steering forces).
lights up – this indicates a partial failure of the power steering and the
steering forces can be greater.
▶ Switch off the ignition, start the engine again and travel a short distance.
▶ If the warning light does not go off, stop the vehicle,
stop driving
. Seek
help from a specialist garage.
▶ If the warning light does not go off, you can drive on, exercising appropriate
caution. Seek assistance from a specialist garage immediately.
Steering lock defective (engine start push-button)
An audible signal sounds as a warning.
flashes
Steering column lock faulty. Stop!STOP VEHICLE STEERING FAULTY
▶ Park the vehicle, and
stop driving . After switching off the ignition, it is no
longer possible to lock the steering, to activate the electrical components
(e.g. Infotainment ), to switch on the ignition again and to start the engine.
Seek help from a specialist garage.
flashes
Steering lock: Workshop!STEERING WORKSHOP
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Steering lock not unlocked (engine start push-button)
flashes
Move the steering wheel!MOVE STEERING WHEEL
▶ Move the steering wheel slightly back and forth, thereby facilitating unlock-
ing the steering lock.
▶ If the steering does also not unlock then, the help of a specialist garage is
required.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after the motor is restarted and a short drive, the indicator light does not go
out, there is a system error.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Stability control (ESC) / Traction control (TCS)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
flashes – the ESC or TCS is currently active.
System fault
lights up – there is an ESC or TCS fault.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
If the warning light comes on after starting the engine, the TCS may be
switched off for technical reasons. ▶ Switch the ignition off and on again.
If the warning light does not illuminate after you switch the engine back on,
the ASR is fully functional again.
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Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light
comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er-
ror.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
For more information on the ESC system » page 101, Stability Control (ESC) or
TCS system » page 102, Traction control (TCS) .
Traction control (TCS) disabled
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
illuminates – the TCS system is disabled.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
lights up – there is an ABS fault.
The vehicle will only be braked by the normal brake system without the ABS.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
WARNING■ If warning light illuminates simultaneously with warning light
» page 29 , Braking system , do not continue your journey! Seek help
from a specialist garage.■
A fault to the ABS system or the braking system can increase the vehi-
cle's braking distance – there is a risk of an accident occurring!
Rear fog light
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
lights up – the rear fog light is switched on.
Emission control system
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
lights up – there is a fault in the emission control system. The system
makes it possible to drive on in emergency mode - there may be a noticeable
reduction in engine performance.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Preheating unit (diesel)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
flashes – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes possible operation emergency mode - there may be a noticeable reduc-
tion in engine performance.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the warning light does not come
on or illuminates continuously.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
EPC warning light (petrol)
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
lights up – there is a fault in the engine management system. The system
makes it possible to drive on in emergency mode - there may be a noticeable
reduction in engine performance.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Airbag system
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
System fault
lights up - there is a fault in the airbag system.
Error: AirbagAIRBAG ERROR
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▶Seek help from a specialist garage.
The front passenger airbag has been disabled with the key switch
Illuminates for around 4 seconds after the ignition has been switched on.
One of the airbags or a belt tensioner has been disabled by the diagnostic
tool
lights up for approximately 4 seconds after the ignition is switched on and
then flashes for approximately 12 seconds.Airbag/ belt tensioner deactivated.AIRBAG/ BELT TENSIONER OFFWARNINGIf a fault in the airbag system occurs, there is a risk of the system not being
triggered in the event of an accident! Therefore, this must be checked im-
mediately by a specialized garage.
Tyre pressure
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
Change of tyre pressure values
lights up - there was a pressure change in one of the tyres.
An audible signal sounds as a warning. ▶ Immediately reduce speed and avoid sudden steering and braking manoeu-
vres.
▶ Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and check the tyres and their inflation
pressure » page 146 .
▶ Correct the tyre pressure, if necessary or replace the affected wheel
» page 151 or use the repair kit » page 154.
▶ Save the tyre pressure values in the system » page 117.
System fault
flashes for approximately 1 minute and remains lit – there may be a fault in
the tyre pressure monitoring system.
▶ Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition off and start the engine again.
If the warning light flashes again after the engine has started, there is a
system error.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Disconnecting the vehicle battery
If the vehicle's battery has been disconnected and reconnected, the indicator
light
comes on after switching on the ignition.
The warning light should go out after driving a short distance.
If, after a short drive, the indicator light does not go out, there is a system er- ror.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Other incidents
The following reasons can also apply if the warning light
is illuminated.
▶ The vehicle is loaded on one side. Distribute the load evenly.
▶ The wheels of one axle are loaded more heavily (e.g. when towing a trailer or
when driving uphill or downhill).
▶ Snow chains are fitted.
▶ A wheel has been changed.
CAUTION
Under certain circumstances (e.g. sporty style of driving, wintry or unpaved
roads) the warning light in the instrument cluster can be delayed or does
not light up at all.
Fuel reserve
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
illuminates – the fuel level in the fuel tank is at the reserve level (approxi-
mately 7 litres).
An audible signal sounds as a warning. ▶ Please refuel » page 135.
Note
The text in the display goes out after refuelling and driving a short distance.
Turn signal system
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
flashes – the left turn signal is turned on.
flashes – the right turn signal is turned on.
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GeneratorRead and observe
on page 29 first.
lights up – the battery is not being charged whilst the engine is running.
▶ As the vehicle battery during your journey, are all non-essential electrical
loads (e.g. Infotainment) must be switched off.
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
CAUTION
If in addition to the light the light lights up while driving, stop driving -
risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage.
Coolant
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
Coolant level too low
Illumi-
nates
ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK! Log book!ENGINE COOLANT PLEASE CHECK
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and allow the engine to cool down.
▶ Check the coolant level » page 141, Checking and refilling .
If the coolant level is within the specified range and the warning light lights
up again, then there may be a malfunction of the cooling fan.
▶ Switch off the ignition.
▶ Check the fuse for the radiator fan, replace if necessary.
If the coolant level and fan fuse are both OK but the warning light lights up
again,
stop driving!
▶ Seek help from a specialist garage.
Coolant temperature too high
Illumi-
nates
Engine overheat. Stop! Log book!ENGINE OVERHEAT STOP
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and allow the engine to cool down.
▶ Continue your journey only after the warning light has disappeared.
Engine oil pressure
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
flashes – the engine oil pressure is too low.
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level.
▶ 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.
CAUTION
If, under the given conditions, it is not possible to top up with engine oil, stop
driving - there is a risk of engine damage! Switch off the engine and seek as-
sistance from a specialist garage.
Engine oil level
Read and observe
on page 29 first.
Engine oil level too low
Illumi-
nates
Oil level: refill oil!ADD OIL
▶ Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine, and check the engine oil level, top up
if necessary.
The warning light will go out if the bonnet is left open for more than 30 sec-
onds. If the engine oil is not refilled, the warning light will come on again after
driving about 100 km.
Engine oil level too high
Illumi-
nates
Reduce oil level!OIL LEVEL TOO HIGH
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
Fault on the engine oil level sensor
Illumi-
nates
Oil sensor: Workshop!OIL SENSOR WORKSHOP
▶ You can drive on, exercising appropriate caution. Seek assistance from a spe-
cialist garage immediately.
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Long-term ( ) and “2” ( )
The memory gathers driving data from any number of individual journeys up to
a total of 99 hours and 59 minutes driving time or 9 999 kilometres driven.
The indicator is automatically set back to zero if one of the indicated values is
exceeded.Since refuel
(
) or “3” (
)
The driving data is stored in the memory since the last fuel refuelling.
The memory is erased automatically the next time you fill up.
›
To choose the memory bank , confirm the selected indication again and se-
lect the desired memory.
›
To delete the memory bank of the chosen selection, hold down the button
confirming the selection.
The following driving data is stored in different memory banks.
▶ Average fuel consumption.
▶ Distance driven.
▶ Average speed.
▶ Driving time.
Note
Disconnecting the vehicle battery will delete all memory data.
MAXI DOT display
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Menu item
Navigation40
Menu item
Audio40
Menu item
telephone41
Menu item
assist systems41
The MAXI DOT display is a user interface which, depending on the equipment
configuration, provides information about the Infotainment, the multifunction
display, the assistance systems etc.
The menus with details can be operated and displayed using the buttons on
the operating lever or the multifunction steering wheel » page 38.
Main menu items (depending on vehicle equipment)
■Driving data
» page 38
■
Assist systems
» page 41
■
Navigation
» page 40
■
Audio
» page 40
■
Telephone
» page 41 ;
■
Vehicle
» page 37 , Auto Check Control
Note
■
If warning messages are displayed, these messages must first be confirmed
to access the main menu.■
The display language can also be set in Infotainment » Owner's Manual -In-
fotainment .
■
For vehicles without Infotainment, the display language can only be adjusted
by a specialist garage.
Menu item
Navigation
The following information is displayed in the
Navigation
menu item.
▶ Driving recommendations
▶ Compass
▶ Last destinations
Menu item
Audio
The following information is displayed in the
Audio
menu item.
Radio
▶ Station currently being played (name/frequency).
▶ The selected frequency range (e.g. FM) optionally with the number of the sta-
tion button (e.g. FM 3), if the station is stored in the memory list.
▶ List of available stations (if more than 5 stations can be received).
▶ TP traffic announcements.
Media
▶ Name of the track being played, if necessary, further information regarding
title (e.g. artist, album name), if this information is stored as a so called ID3
tag on the audio source.
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Menu itemtelephone
The call list with the following symbols is displayed in the
Telephone
menu item.
Incoming call
Outgoing call
Missed call
Symbols in the display Charge status of the telephone battery 1)
Signal strength 1)
A telephone is connected to the unit
Missed calls (if there are several missed calls, the number of calls is shown
next to the symbol)
Switch-off microphone
Menu item
assist systems
In the menu item
Assist systems
, the Front Assist system can be activated/deac-
tivated.
Service interval display
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Displaying the distance and days until the next service interval
41
Service messages
41
Resetting the service interval display
42
The service interval display shows the kilometres or days until the next service
event.
Information regarding service intervals » page 129.
Displaying the distance and days until the next service intervalFig. 27
Button in the instrument cluster
›
Switch on the ignition.
›
Press and hold the button
A
» Fig. 27 until the
Service menu item
is shown in the
display.
›
Release the button
A
.
In the display, the symbol appears for 4 seconds along with the following
message for the kilometres or days to the next service appointment.
The details regarding the remaining kilometres or days until the next sched- uled service can also be displayed in the Infotainment » Owner´s Manual Info-
tainment .
Service messages
Messages before reaching the scheduled service date
Before the next service date has been reached, the symbol as well as a mes-
sage about the mileage or days until the next service event appears in the dis-
play after switching on the ignition.
Messages upon reaching scheduled service date
Once the service interval is reached, the symbol appears in the display after
the ignition is switched on, together with the message.
1)
This function is only supported by some mobile phones.
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WARNING■Never leave the key in the vehicle when you exit the vehicle. Unauthor-
ised persons (e.g. children) could lock the vehicle, turn on the ignition or
start the engine - danger of injury and accidents!■
When leaving the vehicle, never leave people who are not completely in-
dependent, such as children, unattended in the vehicle. These individuals
might not be able to leave the vehicle on their own or to help themselves.
At very high or very low temperatures can be fatal!
CAUTION
■ Each key contains electronic components; therefore it must be protected
against moisture and severe shocks.■
Keep the key grooves clean. Impurities (textile fibres, dust etc.) have a nega-
tive effect on the functionality of the locking cylinder and ignition lock.
Locking/unlocking using the key via the lock cylinder
Fig. 29
Left side of the vehicle: Turning
the key for unlocking and locking
the vehicle
Read and observe and on page 45 first.
Unlocking/locking the vehicle with the key » Fig. 29
Unlocking the vehicle
Locking the vehicle
CAUTION
With regards vehicles with the KESSY system for locking / unlocking the vehi-
cle the cap of the lock cylinder must first be removed with the remote control
key via the lock cylinder » page 159.Unlocking/locking with the remote control keyFig. 30
Key with pop-out key bit
Read and observe and on page 45 first.
Description of the key » Fig. 30
Unlock button
Lock button
Safety button to unlock the boot lid
Button for popping out/pushing in the key bit
Battery status warning light - if the warning light does not flash when you
press a button on the key, the battery is discharged
Unlocking / locking the boot lid
By pressing lightly on the button
the lid is unlocked.
By pressing down on the button
the lid is unlocked and unlatched (part-
opened).
If the lid is unlocked or released with the button , then the lid is automati-
cally locked after closing. The period of time after which the flap is locked can
be set » page 50 .
CAUTION
■
The remote control may be affected by signal superimposition by transmit-
ters close to the car.■
The range of the remote control key is about 30 m. The battery must be re-
placed if the central locking only reacts to the remote control at a distance of
less than 3 m away » page 159.
AB45Unlocking and opening
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Fig. 34
Door opening lever - Variant 1 / Variant 2
Read and observe
and on page 45 first.
›
To open from the outside , unlock the vehicle and pull the door handle
A
in
the direction of arrow » Fig. 33.
›
To open from the inside pull the door opening lever
B
» Fig. 34 and push the
door away from you.
›
To the lock from the inside grab handle
C
and close the door.
WARNING■
The door must be closed properly, otherwise it could open whilst the ve-
hicle is in motion - risk of fatality!■
Only open and close the door when there is no one in the opening/closing
range – risk of injury!
■
Never drive with the doors open - danger to life!
■
An opened door can close spontaneously if there is a strong wind or the
vehicle is on a slope – risk of injury.
Child safety lockFig. 35
Rear door: Switching the child safety system on/off
Read and observe
and on page 45 first.
The child safety lock prevents the rear door from being opened from the in-
side. The door can only be opened from the outside.
›
To turn on the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position
» Fig. 35 .
›
Toturn off the child safety lock, turn the vehicle key to position
.
Malfunctions
Read and observe
and on page 45 first.
Synchronise remote
If the buttons on the remote control key have been depressed several times
beyond the effective range of the equipment or the battery has been replaced
in the remote control key and the vehicle cannot be unlocked with the remote
control, the key must be synchronised.
›
Press any button on the remote control key.
›
Unlock the door with the key in the lock cylinder within 1 minute of pressing the button.
Fault with the central locking
If the warning light in the driver's door initially flashes quickly for around 2 sec-
onds, and then illuminates for 30 seconds without interruption before flashing
again slowly, you will need to seek the assistance of a specialist garage.
A failure in the central locking system can lead the vehicle doors and the boot
lid can emergency lock or emergency release » page 159.
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