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be slightly higher than the actual outside temperature because of heat radiated by
the engine.
The outside temperature indicator will appear with a snowflake symbol (warning
signal for ice on the road) and a warning
signal sounds* when the outside temper-
ature lies between +5°C and -5°C.
WARNING
Do not only rely upon the information given on the outside temperature
display that there is no ice on the road. Please note that black ice may also be
present on the road surface even at temperatures around +5°C - warning,
drive with care!
Note
The outside temperature is not indicating when showing navigation data (guidance
to the destination). It must be called up over the menu (valid for vehicles which
have a navigation and information display).
Range
The estimated range in kilometres is shown on the display. It indicates the distance
you can still drive with your vehicle based on the present level of fuel in the tank for
the same style of driving. The readout is shown in steps of 5 km.
The fuel consumption for the last 50 km is taken as a basis for calculating the range.
If you drive in a more economical manner from this moment on, the range will be
increased accordingly.
You first drive 50 km if the readout is reset (after disconnecting the battery) before
a new readout for the range is displayed.
Fuel - present consumption
The current fuel consumption level is shown in the display in litres/100 km. This
information can help you to adapt your styl e of driving to the fuel consumption you
wish to achieve.
The display appears in litres/hour if the vehicle is stationary or driving at a low
speed.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption since the me mory was last erased is shown in the
display in litres/100 km ⇒page 15. This information can help you to adapt your
style of driving to the fuel co nsumption you wish to achieve.
If you wish to determine the average fuel consumption over a cert ain period of time
you must first erase the memory at the start of the new measurement using the
button ⇒page 16, fig. 8 . A zero appears in the display for the first 300 m you
drive after erasing the memory.
The indicated value will be updated every 30 metres while you are driving.
Note
The amount of fuel consum ed will not be indicated.
Driving time
The driving time which has elapsed since the memory was last erased, appears in
the display ⇒page 15. If you wish to calculate th e driving time from a particular
time of day you must first erase the memory at this moment in time by pressing the
button ⇒page 16, fig. 8 .
The maximum time indicated in both switch positions is 99 hours and 59 minutes.
The indicator is set back to nu ll if this period is exceeded.
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Distance driven
The distance driven since the memory was last erased appears in the display
⇒ page 15. If you wish to calculate the distance driven from a particular time of day
you must first erase the memory at this moment in time by pressing the button
⇒ page 16, fig. 8 .
The maximum distance indicated in both switch positions is 9 999 km. The indicator
is set back to null if this period is exceeded.
Average speed
The average speed since the memory was last erased is shown in the display in
km/h ⇒page 15. If you wish to determine the average speed over a certain period
of time you must first erase the memory at the start of the new measurement using
the button ⇒page 16, fig. 8 .
A zero appears in the display for the first 100 m you drive after erasing the
memory.
Information display*
Introduction
The information display provides you with information in a convenient way
concerning the current operating state of your vehicle . The information system
also provides you with data (depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle)
relating to the radio, multi-functional in dicator, navigation system and automatic
gearbox.
Certain functions and operating conditio ns are always being checked on the
vehicle when the ignition is switched on and also while driving.
Functional faults, if required repair work and other information are indicated by red
symbols ⇒page 21 and yellow symbols ⇒ page 21.
Lighting up of these symbols is combin ed with an acoustic warning signal.
Information and texts giving warnings are also shown in the display ⇒page 22.
The display of text is possible in the following languages: Czech, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese.
You can have the relevant langua ge set by a specialist garage.
The following information can be shown in the display (depending on the equip-
ment installed on the vehicle):
On models fitted with an automatic gearbox, the information in the display appears
only after a drive position is engaged.
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AB
Fig. 9 Instrument
cluster: Information
display
Menu⇒ page 19
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar
warning⇒page 19
Radio display⇒page 20
Information from the telephone⇒page 116
Service Interval Display⇒ page 14
Selector lever position for an automatic gearbox⇒page 110
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Menu
– You can activate the menu by pressing the rocker switch ⇒fig. 11
for more than 1 second.
– You can select the menu through the rocker switch . The selected information is displayed after pressing the button for a short time
or after releasing the rocker sw itch (after about 4 seconds).
You can select the following information (depending on the equipment installed on
the vehicle): After selecting the menu
DISPLAY OFF the display is switched off. Press rocker
switch for at least 1 second to switch the display on again.
The Information CAR STATUSflashes in the menu if there is something which is not
in proper order on the vehicle (e.g. warning of a low fuel level). The first warning will
be displayed after switching over to CAR STATUS. You can then display other oper-
ating conditions afterwards using the sw itch-over function (such as water level
low).
Door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning
The door, luggage compartment door and bonnet ajar warning lights up when at
least one of the three items door, luggage compartment or bonnet are not closed
when the ignition is turned on. The symbol indicates which door is still open or
whether the luggage compartment door or bonnet is not closed ⇒ fig. 12 .
The symbol goes out as soon as the door s, luggage compartment door and bonnet
are completely closed.
Fig. 10 Information
display: Menu
Fig. 11 Information
display: Control
elements
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TRIP COMPUTER (AUTO COMPUTER)⇒ page 15
CAR STATUS⇒page 20
DISPLAY OFF
NAVIGATION⇒page 22
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Fig. 12 Information
display: Door warning
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As an additional warning signal, a 3 time peep sounds if the car is driven at a speed
of more than 6km/hour an d if the door is open.
Radio display
These displays appear in addition to the normal information in the radio display.
Auto Check Control
Car state
The Auto Check Control carries out a check of certain functions and vehicle compo-
nents. The check is performed constantly wh en the ignition is switched on, both
when the vehicle is stationary, as well as when driving.
Operational faults, urgent repairs, service work or other information appear in the
display of the instrument cluster. The displays are shown with a red or yellow light
symbol depending on the priority of the message.
The red symbols indicate danger (priority 1) while the yellow symbols indicate a
warning (priortity 2). Information for the driver may also appear in addition to the
symbols ⇒page 22. Investigate the displayed faults as soon as possible. If several operational faults exist
at the same time, the symbols will appear
one after the other and are each visible
for about 2 seconds.
The error messages are faded out after 10 seconds or by actuating the rocker switch
⇒ page 19, fig. 11 and are stored under the information CAR STATUS.
There is at least one error message to be read when the term CAR STATUS is
flashing in the main menu. The display will show STATUS 1/2 (for example) if a
number of error messages are present. This display indicates that the first of a total
of two error messages should be displayed.
Actuate the rocker switch , to call up the individual error messages.
If a fault occurs, a warning signal will also sound in addition to the symbol and text
in the display:
•Priority 1 - three warning signals
•Priority 2 - one warning signal
Operational check of the automatic gearbox
When the ignition is switched on, the Auto Check Control automatically carries out
an operational check. The following text will appear first if the selector lever is the
position P or N:
"APPLY FOOT BRAKE WHEN SELECTING GEAR WITH VEHICLE
STATIONARY." (Apply foot brake when selecting a gear while the vehicle is
stationary).
You must depress the brake pedal first and press the Shiftlock button at the same
time in order to move the selector lever out of these positions.
The text will disappear once you select a drive position ( R, D etc.), and the Auto
Check Control function is displayed.
If the Auto Check Control detects faults, these will be displayed about 15 seconds
after starting the engine in place of the text shown above. A warning signal sounds
at the same time.
Fig. 13 Information
display: Radio display
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Red symbols
A red symbol signals danger.
Proceed as follows if a red symbol is displayed:
– Stop the vehicle.
– Switch the engine off.
– Investigate the function indicated.
– Obtain professional assistance.
Meaning of the red symbols:
Three successive warning signals will sound if a red symbol appears. The symbol
continues flashing until the fault is rectified. If several operational faults of priority 1 exist, the symbols appear one after the
other and are each illumi
nated for about 2 seconds.
Yellow symbols
A yellow symbol signals a warning.
The meaning of the yellow symbols:
One warning signal will sound if a yellow symbol appears.
Faults in the brake surface⇒page 29
Coolant level too low/coolant temperature
too high⇒page 26
Engine oil pressure too low⇒page 27
Fig. 14 Information
display: Oil pressure is
low
Fuel level low⇒page 27
Check engine oil level, engine oil sensor faulty⇒page 27
Brake pad worn⇒page 26
Washer fluid level low⇒page 28
Light bulb defect⇒page 28
Light bulb in the brake light defect⇒page 28
Fig. 15 Information
display: Fuel level low
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If several operational faults of priority 2 exist, the symbols appear one after the
other and are each illuminated for about 2 seconds.
Check the relevant function as soon as possible.Navigation system*
The controls for the navigation system, radi o, CD player are located in the centre
console on both sides of the monitor screen. Navigation data is also shown in the
information display of the instrument cluster.
Information and warning texts are displayed preferentially when the navigation
system is switched on.
Operation of the navigation system is described in separate operating instructions
to be found in the on-board literature.
Warning lights
Overview
The warning lights indicate certain functions or faults.
Fig. 16 Instrument cluster with warning lights
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WARNING
•If you do not pay attention to the warning lights coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in severe body
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
compartment, e.g. inspecting and replenis hing oil and other fluids. It is also
essential to observe all warnings ⇒page 185.
Turn signal lights (to the left)⇒ page 24
Turn signal lights (to the right)⇒page 24
Main beam⇒page 24
Airbag system⇒page 24
Turn signal system for vehicles towing a trailer⇒page 24
Low beam⇒page 25
Fog lights⇒page 25
Rear fog light⇒page 25
EPC fault light (petrol engine)⇒page 25
Diesel particle filter (diesel engine)⇒page 25
Glow plug system (diesel engine)⇒page 26
Coolant temperature/coolant level⇒page 26
Brake pad wear⇒page 26
Bonnet⇒page 27
Fuel reserve⇒page 27
Engine oil⇒page 27
Open door⇒page 28
Fluid level in windshield washer system⇒page 28
Bulbs⇒page 28
Control system for exhaust⇒page 28
Electronic stability programme (ESP)*⇒page 28
Tra c t i o n c o n t r o l s y s t e m ( TC S ) *⇒page 28
Antilock brake system (ABS)⇒page 29
Electronic immobiliser⇒page 29
Brake system⇒page 29
Dynamo⇒page 30
Seat belt warning light⇒page 30
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Note
•Arrangement of the indicator lights de pends on the model and model version.
The symbols shown in the following functional description are to be found as indi-
cator lights in the instrument cluster.
•Operational faults are shown in the disp lay of the instrument cluster as red
symbols (priority 1 - danger) or yell ow symbols (priority 2 - warning).
Turn signal system 
Either the left  or right  indicator light flashes depending on the position of the
turn signal lever.
The indicator light flashes at twice its normal rate if a turn signal light fails. This does
not apply when towing a trailer.
Switching off the hazard warning light system is switched on will cause all of the
turn signal lights as well as both indicator lights to flash.
Further information about the turn signal system ⇒page 49.
Main beam 
The indicator light  comes on when the main beam is selected or also when the
headlight flasher is operated.
Further information about the main beam ⇒page 49.
Airbag system
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 warn ing light does not go out or comes on or
flashes while driving ⇒. This also applies if the warning light does not come on
when the ignition is switched on. The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
AIRBAG FAULT
The functionality of the airbag system is also monitored electronically, when one
airbag has been switched off
Front, side or head front passenger airbags which have been switched off
using the vehicle system tester:
•The warning light  lights up for 3 seconds after switching on the ignition and
then flashes for 12 seconds afterwards in 2 second intervals.
Front, side or head passenger airbags which have been switched off using the
switch (for switching off airbags)* in the storage compartment on the front
passenger side:
•The warning light  comes on for 3 seconds after the ignition has been
switched on.
•Switching off airbags is indicated in the middle of the dash panel by the lighting
up of the indicator light   (airbag switched off) ⇒ page 144.
WARNING
Have the airbag system ch ecked immediately by a specialist garage if a fault
exists. Otherwise, there is a risk of th e airbag not being activated in the event
of an accident!
Note
Further information about switching off airbags ⇒page 144, “Deactivating an
airbag”.
Turn signal system for vehicles towing a trailer
The indicator light  on vehicles towing a trailer flashes together with the respec-
tive indicator light for the turn signal system.
The indicator light
 does not flash if a turn signal light on the trailer or on the
vehicle is not operating.
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Low beam 
The indicator light  comes on when low beam is selected ⇒page 46.
Fog lights 
The warning light  comes on when the fog lights are operating ⇒page 47.
Rear fog light 
The warning light  comes on when the rear fog lights are operating ⇒page 47.
EPC fault light  (petrol engine)
The  (Electronic Power Control) warning li ght comes on for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on.
There is a system fault in the engine control system if the warning light
 does not
go out or comes on or flashes while driving. The engine management system
selects an emergency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest
specialist garage by adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE WORKSHOP! (ENGINE FAULT - WORKSHOP!)
Diesel particle filter*  (diesel engine)
If the warning light  comes on, this means that soot has accumulated in the diesel
particle filter because of the frequent short distances.
In order to clean the diesel particle filter, the vehicle should be driven at an even
speed of at least 60 km/h at engine speeds of 1 800 - 2 500 rpm for 15 minutes or
until the warning light goes out with th e 4th or 5th gear engaged (automatic
gearbox: position S) when the traffic situation permits it. This increases the exhaust
temperature and the soot deposited in the diesel particle filter is burnt. Always pay attention to the valid speed limits
⇒.
The warning light
 goes out after the successful cl eaning of the diesel particle
filter.
If these conditions are not met, the warning light
 does not go out and the
warning light  begins to flash. ENGINE WORKSHOP! is shown in the informa-
tion display*. Afterwards the engine control unit shifts the engine into the emer-
gency mode, which only has a reduced power output. After switching the ignition
off and on again the warning light
 comes on.
Have the vehicle inspected without delay by your specialist garage.
WARNING
•If you do not pay attention to the wa rning light coming on and the corre-
sponding descriptions and warning notes, this may result in injuries or
major vehicle damage.
•Always adjust your speed to suit weather, road, region and traffic condi-
tions. The route indicated by the warning light must not tempt you to disre-
gard the national regulations for road traffic.
Caution
As long as the warning light  lights up, one must take into account an increased
fuel consumption and in certain circumst ances a power reduction of the engine.
Note
•The servicing of the diesel particle filter and the replenishing of the additive are
performed by a specialist garage in the framework of the regular inspection, see
Service shedule.
•Further information about diesel particle filter ⇒page 160, “Diesel particle
filter* (diesel engine)”.
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Glow plug system  (diesel engine)
The indicator light  lights up for a cold engine when switching on the ignition
(pre-heat position) 2 ⇒ page 100. Start the engine just as soon as the indicator light
goes out.
The glow plug indicator light will come on for about 1 second if the engine is at a
normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5°C. This
means that you can start the engine right away.
There is a fault in the glow plug system if the indicator light
 does not come on
at all or lights up continuously. Contact a specialist garage as soon as possible to
obtain assistance.
There is a system fault in the engine control system if the warning light
 has
started to flash while driving. The engi ne management system selects an emer-
gency programme which enables you to drive to the nearest specialist garage by
adopting a gentle style of driving.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
ENGINE WORKSHOP! (ENG INE FAULT - WORKSHOP!)
Coolant temperature, Coolant quantity 
The warning light  comes on for a few seconds 1) when the ignition is switched on.
The coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level too low if the warning light
 does not go out after the engine is started or flashes while driving.
3 peeps sound as an additional warning signal.
In this case stop and switch the engine off and check the coolant level; top up the
coolant as necessary. Please also re fer to the additional instructions ⇒page 190,
“Replenishing the coolant”.
Do not continue your journey if for some reason it is not possible under the
conditions prevailing to top up with coolant. Keep the engine switched off and obtain professional assistance from a specialist garage, otherwise it could lead to
severe engine damage.
If the coolant is within the specified range, the increased temperature may be
caused by an operating problem at the coolant fan. Check the fuse for the coolant
fan, replace it if necessary
⇒page 220, “Replacing fuses”.
Do not continue driving if the warning light does not go off although the fluid is at
the correct level and also the fuse of the fan is in proper order. Contact a specialist
garage to obtain assistance.
Please also refer to the additional instructions ⇒page 190, “Replenishing the
coolant”.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*:
STOP CHECK COOLANT SERVICE MANUAL (STOP! CHECK COOLANT!
OWNER'S MANUAL)
WARNING
•If you must stop for technical reasons, then park the vehicle at a safe
distance from the traffic and switch off the engine and switch on the hazard
warning light system ⇒page 48.
•Take care when opening the coolant expa nsion bottle. If the engine is hot,
the cooling system is pressurized - risk of scalding! It is best to allow the
engine to cool down before removing the cap.
•Do not touch the coolant fan! The coolant fan may switch on automati-
cally even if the ignition is off.
Thickness of the brake pads 
If the warning light  comes on, contact a specialist garage immediately and have
the brake pads on all of the wheels inspected.
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
The following text will be displayed in the information display*: CHECK BRAKE PADS
1)The warning light  on vehicles fitted with information display does not come on after
switching the ignition on, but only if the coolant temperature is too high or the coolant level
is too low.
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