Opel Insignia

OPEL INSIGNIA
Owner's Manual
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Contents Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 6
Keys, doors and windows ............ 20
Seats, restraints ........................... 45
Storage ........................................ 67
Instruments and controls ............. 82
Lighting ...................................... 122
Climate control ........................... 134
Driving and operating ................. 148
Vehicle care ............................... 213
Service and maintenance .......... 261
Technical data ........................... 264
Customer information ................ 312
Index .......................................... 314

2 Introduction
Introduction

Introduction 3
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first-class service at reasonable hand drive vehicles. Operation is
prices. Experienced mechanics
Introduction trained by Opel work according to
similar for right-hand drive vehicles.
Your vehicle is a designed specific Opel instructions. The Owner's Manual uses the
combination of advanced technology, factory engine designations. The
The customer literature pack should corresponding sales designations
safety, environmental friendliness always be kept ready to hand in the
and economy. can be found in the section
vehicle. "Technical data".
This Owner's Manual provides you
Directional data, e.g. left or right, or
with all the necessary information to Using this manual front or back, always relate to the
enable you to drive your vehicle
safely and efficiently. This manual describes all options direction of travel.
and features available for this The vehicle display screens may
Make sure your passengers are model. Certain descriptions,
aware of the possible risk of accident not support your specific language.
including those for display and
and injury which may result from menu functions, may not apply to Display messages and interior
improper use of the vehicle. your vehicle due to model variant, labelling are written in bold letters.
You must always comply with the country specifications, special
specific laws and regulations of the equipment or accessories.
country that you are in. These laws The "In brief" section will give you
may differ from the information in this an initial overview.
Owner's Manual.

4 Introduction
Danger, Warnings and Symbols

Cautions Page references are indicated with 3.
3 means "see page".
9 Danger Chronological order to select menu
entries in the vehicle personalization
Text marked 9 Danger provides is indicated with I.
information on risk of fatal injury.
We wish you many hours of
Disregarding this information may
pleasurable driving.
endanger life.
Adam Opel AG
9 Warning
Text marked 9 Warning provides
information on risk of accident or
injury. Disregarding this
information may lead to injury.
Caution
Text marked Caution provides
information on possible damage to
the vehicle. Disregarding this
information may lead to vehicle
damage.

Introduction 5

6 In brief
In brief Vehicle unlocking Seat adjustment

Seat positioning
Initial drive information
Press button c to unlock the doors

and load compartment. Open the
doors by pulling the handles. To open Pull handle, slide seat, release
the tailgate, pull the button under the handle.
tailgate moulding.
Seat position 3 47, Seat adjustment
Press button x; only the load 3 47.
compartment is unlocked and opens.
Radio remote control 3 21, Central 9 Danger
locking system 3 23, Electronic key
system 3 22, Load compartment Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
3 29. the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.

In brief 7
Seat backrests Seat height Seat inclination
Pull lever, adjust inclination and Press switch Lever pumping motion
release lever. Allow the seat to top = seat higher up = front end higher
engage audibly. bottom = seat lower down = front end lower
Seat position 3 47, Seat adjustment
3 47. Seat position 3 47, Seat adjustment Seat position 3 47, Seat adjustment
3 47. 3 47.

8 In brief
Power seat adjustment Head restraint adjustment Seat belt
Operate switch 1: Press release button, adjust height, Pull out the seat belt and engage in
for-/backwards = lengthwise engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be
adjustment twisted and must fit close against the
Head restraints 3 45.
up-/downwards = height body. The backrest must not be tilted
adjustment back too far (maximum approx. 25).
up-/downwards at = inclination To release belt, press red button on
front adjustment belt buckle.
Operate switch 2: Seat position 3 47, Seat belts
for-/backwards = backrest 3 54, Airbag system 3 58.
adjustment

In brief 9
Mirror adjustment Exterior mirrors Steering wheel adjustment

Interior mirror
Select the relevant exterior mirror by Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
switching the control to left mirror (L) then engage lever and ensure it is
Adjust the lever on the underside to or right mirror (R). Then adjust. fully locked. Do not adjust steering
reduce dazzle. Convex exterior mirrors 3 36, wheel unless vehicle is stationary and
Interior mirror 3 38, Automatic anti- Electric adjustment 3 36, Folding steering wheel lock has been
dazzle interior mirror 3 39. exterior mirrors 3 37, Heated released.
exterior mirrors 3 38. Airbag system 3 58, Ignition
positions 3 149.

10 In brief
Instrument panel overview

In brief 11
1 Power windows ..................... 39 8 Instruments .......................... 96 16 Control indicator for airbag

2 Central locking system .......... 23 activation/deactivation ....... 101
Driver Information Centre .... 107
3 Exterior mirrors ..................... 36 9 Buttons for Driver Control indicator for front
4 Light switch ........................ 122 Information Centre .............. 107 passenger seat belt ........... 100
10 Windscreen wiper and 17 Controls for Colour-Info-
Headlight range Display operation ................ 114
adjustment ......................... 124 washer, headlight washer,
rear wiper and washer ......... 84 18 CD-slot
Front/rear fog lights ............ 128 11 Centre air vents .................. 145 19 Climate control system ........ 134
Instrument illumination ....... 130 12 Sport/Tour mode ................ 168 20 Electric parking brake ......... 164
5 Side air vents ...................... 145 Traction Control system ..... 166 21 Touchpad ............................ 114
6 Turn and lane-change 22 Manual transmission .......... 162
signals, headlight flash, Electronic Stability Control . 167
low/high beam, high beam Automatic transmission ...... 157
Hazard warning flashers .... 128
assist ................................... 128 23 Ashtray ................................. 90
Parking assist/Advanced 24 Eco button for stop-start
Exit lighting ......................... 132 parking aid ......................... 187 system ................................. 153
Parking lights ...................... 129 Lane departure warning ..... 201 Fuel selector button .............. 98
Buttons for Driver 13 Anti-theft alarm system 25 Ignition/Power switch .......... 149
Information Centre .............. 107 status LED ........................... 34
26 Horn ..................................... 83
7 Cruise control ..................... 171 14 Colour-Info-Display ............ 114
27 Steering wheel adjustment . . 82
Speed limiter ....................... 172 15 Glovebox .............................. 67
28 Bonnet release lever .......... 215
Adaptive cruise control ....... 173 29 Storage compartment ........... 68
Forward collision alert ......... 181 Fuse box ............................ 236

12 In brief

In brief 13
Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and Turn and lane-change signals
low beam
Automatic light control lever up = right turn signal

AUTO = automatic light control: headlight flash = pull lever lever down = left turn signal
exterior lighting is switched high beam = push lever
Turn and lane-change signals
on and off automatically low beam = push or pull lever
3 128, Parking lights 3 129.
m = activation or deactivation Automatic light control 3 123, High
of the automatic light
beam 3 123, High beam assist
control
3 123, Headlight flash 3 124,
8 = sidelights
Adaptive forward lighting 3 125.
9 = headlights
Fog lights
> = front fog lights
r = rear fog light
Lighting 3 122.

14 In brief
Hazard warning flashers Horn Washer and wiper systems

Windscreen wiper
Operated with the button. Press j.

Hazard warning flashers 3 128.
2 = fast
1 = slow
P = interval wiping or automatic
wiping with rain sensor
= off
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down.
Windscreen wiper 3 84, Wiper
blade replacement 3 221.

In brief 15
Windscreen and headlight Rear window wiper Rear window washer

washer
Press the rocker switch to activate the Push lever.

Pull lever. rear window wiper: Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear
Windscreen and headlight washer upper switch = continuous window and the wiper wipes for a few
system 3 84, Washer fluid 3 218. operation strokes.
lower switch = intermittent Rear window wiper/washer 3 86.
operation
middle = off
position

16 In brief
Climate control Demisting and defrosting the Demisting and defrosting the
windows, air conditioning windows, automatic climate
Heated rear window, heated system control
exterior mirrors
Press button V. Press button V.

Heating is operated by pressing the Set temperature control to warmest Temperature and air distribution are
button. level. set automatically and the fan runs at
Heated rear window 3 41. Switch on heated rear window . high speed.
Air conditioning system 3 134. Switch on heated rear window .
Dual automatic climate control
3 140

In brief 17
Transmission Automatic transmission Starting off

Manual transmission Check before starting off
Tyre pressure and condition 3 240,
3 289.
Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 215.
All windows, mirrors, exterior
lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
Proper position of mirrors, seats,
and seat belts 3 36, 3 47,
P = park 3 55.
R = reverse Brake function at low speed,
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, N = neutral particularly if the brakes are wet.
depress clutch pedal, press the D = drive
release button on the selector lever
Manual mode: move selector lever
and engage the gear.
from D to the left.
If the gear does not engage, set the
< = higher gear
lever to neutral, release the clutch
] = lower gear
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection. The selector lever can only be moved
Manual transmission 3 162. out of P when the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied. To engage
P or R, press the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 157.

18 In brief
Starting the engine Stop-start system
power button: press Engine Start/

Stop button and release
Ignition switch: turn key to position engine starts after a short delay. If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
2 Starting the engine 3 151. standstill and certain conditions are
power button: press Engine Start/ fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
Stop button for a few seconds until follows:
green LED lights up Depress the clutch pedal
move the steering wheel slightly to set the lever in neutral
release the steering wheel lock release the clutch pedal
operate clutch and brake An Autostop is indicated by the
automatic transmission in P or N needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
do not operate accelerator pedal the tachometer or by a control
indicator in the instrument cluster.
ignition switch: turn key to position
3 and release

In brief 19
Parking switching off the ignition. Turn the

front wheels towards the kerb.
Caution After running at high engine speeds
or with high engine loads, operate
Do not park the vehicle on an the engine briefly at a low load or
easily ignitable surface. The high run in neutral for approx.
temperature of the exhaust 30 seconds before switching off, in
To restart the engine, depress the
system could ignite the surface. order to protect the turbocharger.
clutch pedal again.
Switch off the engine and ignition.
Stop-start system 3 153. Always apply the parking brake. Turn the steering wheel until it
Apply electric parking brake by locks.
pulling switch m for approx. one Automatic transmission: key can
second. only be removed with selector lever
Activate the manual parking brake in P.
without pushing the release button. Close the windows and the sunroof.
Apply as firmly as possible on a Lock the vehicle and activate the
downhill slope or uphill slope. anti-theft alarm system 3 23,
Depress foot brake at the same 3 34.
time to reduce operating force.
The engine cooling fans may run
If the vehicle is on a level surface or after the engine has been switched
uphill slope, engage first gear or set off 3 214.
the selector lever to position P
before switching off the ignition. On Keys, locks 3 20, Laying the vehicle
an uphill slope, turn the front up for a long period of time 3 213.
wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,
engage reverse gear or set the
selector lever to position P before

20 Keys, doors and windows
Keys, doors and Keys, locks Key with foldaway key section
windows Keys
Replacement keys
Keys, locks ................................... 20 The key number is specified in the
Doors ........................................... 29 Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
Vehicle security ............................ 33 The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
Exterior mirrors ............................ 36 is a component of the immobiliser
Interior mirrors ............................. 38 system.
Windows ...................................... 39 Locks 3 257, Radio remote control
Roof ............................................. 42 3 21, Electronic key 3 22, Central
locking 3 23, Starting the engine Press button to extend. To fold the
3 151. key, first press the button.
Car Pass
The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
When the vehicle is taken to a
workshop, this vehicle data is needed
in order to perform certain operations.

Keys, doors and windows 21
Radio remote control The remote control has an

approximate range of up to
50 metres. It can be restricted by
external influences. The hazard
warning flashers confirm operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Replacing battery in radio

remote control
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces. Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type
Enables operation of the following CR 2032), paying attention to the
functions via the use of the remote installation position. Close the unit
control buttons: and synchronise.
Central locking system 3 23
Anti-theft locking system 3 33 Radio remote control
synchronisation
Anti-theft alarm system 3 34 Batteries do not belong in household After replacing the battery, unlock the
Tailgate 3 29 waste. They must be disposed of at door with the key in the driver's door
an appropriate recycling collection lock. The radio remote control will be
Power windows 3 39
point. synchronised when you switch on the
Sunroof 3 42
ignition.
Mirror folding 3 37

Fault Electronic key system Handle with care, protect from

If the central locking system cannot moisture and high temperatures and
be operated with the radio remote avoid unnecessary operation.
control, the cause may be one of the Note
following: Do not put the electronic key in the
Fault in radio remote control load compartment or in front of the
Range exceeded Info-Display.
Battery voltage too low Replacing battery in electronic
Frequent, repeated operation of the key
radio remote control while not in Replace the battery as soon as the
range, which will require re- system no longer operates properly
synchronisation or the range is reduced. The need for
Overload of the central locking battery replacement is indicated by a
system by operating at frequent Enables a keyless operation of the message in the Driver Information
intervals, the power supply is following functions: Centre 3 116.
interrupted for a short time Central locking system 3 23 Battery replacement, see radio
Interference from higher-power remote control 3 21.
Tailgate 3 29
radio waves from other sources Ignition switching on and starting Electronic key synchronisation
Manual unlocking 3 23. the engine 3 151 The electronic key synchronises itself
The electronic key simply needs to be automatically during every starting
on the driver's person. procedure.
Additionally the electronic key
includes the functionality of the radio
remote control 3 21.

Fault Automatic climate control Vehicle personalisation 3 118.

If the central locking cannot be Lighting
operated or the engine cannot be Infotainment system Central locking system
started, the cause may be one of the
following: Central locking system Unlocks and locks doors, load
Sport mode settings compartment and fuel filler flap.
Fault in electronic key
Comfort settings A pull on an interior door handle
Electronic key out of reception unlocks the respective door. Pulling
range The saved settings are automatically the handle once more opens the door.
Battery voltage too low, used the next time the ignition is
switched on with the memorised key Note
Overload of the central locking with remote control unit 3 149 or In the event of an accident in which
system by operating at frequent electronic key 3 22. airbags or belt pretensioners are
intervals, the power supply is deployed, the vehicle is
interrupted for a short time A precondition is that Personalisation
automatically unlocked.
by Driver is activated in the personal
Interference from higher-power settings of the Info-Display. This must Note
radio waves from other sources. be set for each remote control unit or A short time after unlocking with the
To rectify the cause of the fault, electronic key which is used. remote control the doors are locked
change the position of the electronic Also memorised are the adjustments automatically if no door has been
key. of the driver's seat and exterior opened.
Manual unlocking 3 23. mirrors, independent of the memory
positions 3 50.
Memorised settings Power seat automatically moves into
the saved position when unlocking
Whenever the ignition is switched off,
and opening the driver's door with the
the following settings are
memorised remote control or
automatically memorised by the
electronic key and Auto Memory
remote control unit or the electronic
Recall in the Info-Display is activated.
key:

Remote control operation or

only the driver's door, load
Unlocking compartment and fuel filler flap are
unlocked by pressing button c
once. To unlock all doors, press
button c twice.
Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.
Colour-Info-Display 3 114.
Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
The setting can be saved for the
remote control being used. Press button e.
Memorised settings 3 23. If the driver's door is not closed
properly, the central locking system
Locking
Press button c. will not work.
Close doors, load compartment and
Unlocking mode can be set in the fuel filler flap.
vehicle personalisation menu in the
Colour-Info-Display. It can be
configured as follows:
all doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap are unlocked by
pressing button c once,

Unlocking and opening the tailgate Electronic key system operation pressing a button on any exterior
4-door Saloon, Country Tourer, The electronic key must be outside handle once,
Sports Tourer with power tailgate the vehicle, within a range of approx. or
one metre of the relevant door side. only the driver's door, load
Unlocking compartment and fuel filler flap are
unlocked by pressing the button on
driver`s door exterior handle once.
To unlock all doors, press button
twice.
The setting can be saved for the
Press button x when the ignition is electronic key being used.
off until tailgate opens automatically. Memorised settings 3 23.
The doors remain locked.
Power tailgate 3 29. Press the button on any exterior door
handle and pull the handle.
Confirmation Unlocking mode can be set in the
Operation of central locking system is vehicle personalisation menu in the
confirmed by the hazard warning Colour-Info-Display. It can be
flashers. configured as follows:
all doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap are unlocked by

Locking If the driver's door is not closed Central locking buttons

properly or the electronic key remains Locks or unlocks all doors, the load
in the vehicle and the ignition is not compartment and fuel filler flap from
off, locking will not be permitted and a the passenger compartment by a
warning tone sounds three times. switch in the driver's door panel.
If there have been two or more
electronic keys in the vehicle and the
ignition was on once, the doors will be
locked even if just one electronic key
is taken out of the vehicle.
Unlocking and opening the tailgate
The tailgate and the doors can be
unlocked by pressing the button
Press the button on any exterior door under the tailgate moulding when
handle. electronic key is in range.
All doors, load compartment and fuel
Passive Locking
filler flap are locked.
See Automatic locking 3 27. Press the e button to lock.
The system only locks if
it has been more than 5 seconds Confirmation Press the c button to unlock.
since unlocking, or Operation of central locking system is
twice unlocking presses have been confirmed by the hazard warning
within 5 seconds, or flashers.
any door has been opened and
then all doors are closed.

Fault in radio remote control unit Fault in central locking system When at a standstill after driving, the
or electronic key system vehicle will be unlocked automatically
Manual unlocking as soon as the key is removed from
Manual unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by the ignition switch, or with electronic
turning the key in the lock. The other key system when the ignition is
doors can be opened by pulling the switched off.
interior handle twice. The load Activation or deactivation of
compartment and fuel filler flap automatic locking can be set in the
cannot be opened. To deactivate the menu Settings, I Vehicle in the
anti-theft locking system, switch on Colour-Info-Display.
the ignition 3 34.
Manual locking Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
Push inside locking knob of all doors The setting can be saved for the
except driver's door. Then close the remote control or electronic key being
driver's door and lock it from the used 3 23.
outside with the key. The fuel filler flap
Manually unlock the driver's door by and tailgate cannot be locked. Automatic relock after unlocking
turning the key in the lock. Switch on This feature can be configured to
the ignition and press the central Automatic locking automatically lock all doors, load
locking button c to unlock all doors, compartment and fuel filler flap a
load compartment and fuel filler flap. Automatic locking after driving short time after unlocking with the
By switching on the ignition, the anti- off remote control or electronic key,
theft locking system is deactivated. This security feature can be provided no door has been opened.
configured to automatically lock all Activation or deactivation of
Manual locking
doors, load compartment and fuel automatic relock can be set in the
Manually lock the driver's door by menu Settings, I Vehicle in the
filler flap after driving off and
turning the key in the lock.
exceeding a certain speed. Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 114. Passive locking can be disabled by Child locks

Vehicle personalisation 3 118. pressing c for a few seconds while
one door is open. It remains disabled
The setting can be saved for the until e is pressed or the ignition is
remote control or electronic key being switched on.
used 3 23.
Activation or deactivation of passive
Passive locking locking can be set in the menu
In vehicles with electronic key Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-
system, this feature locks the vehicle Display.
automatically after several seconds if Colour-Info-Display 3 114.
a electronic key previously was Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
recognised inside the vehicle, all
doors have then been closed and the The setting can be saved for the
electronic key does not remain in the remote control or electronic key being
interior. used 3 23.
9 Warning
If the electronic key remains in the
vehicle or the ignition is not off, Use the child locks whenever
passive locking will not be permitted children are occupying the rear
and a warning tone sounds three seats.
times.
If there have been two or more Using a key or suitable screwdriver,
electronic keys in the vehicle and the turn the child lock in the rear door to
ignition was on once, the feature the horizontal position. The door
locks the vehicle if just one electronic cannot be opened from the inside. For
key is taken out of the vehicle. deactivation turn the child lock to the
vertical position.

Doors Closing
Load compartment
Tailgate
Opening
5-door Hatchback, Sports Tourer,
Country Tourer
Press button x on radio remote

control until the tailgate is opened
automatically, or press the button Use the interior handle.
under the tailgate moulding after Do not pull the button under the
unlocking. moulding whilst closing as this will
Central locking system 3 23. unlock the tailgate again.
Central locking system 3 23.
After unlocking, press the button

under the tailgate moulding and open
the tailgate manually.
4-door Saloon

Power tailgate The tail lights flash and a chime Press and hold button x until the
sounds when the power tailgate is tailgate starts to open or close.
9 Warning operating.
Operation with the switch in the
Note driver's door
Take care when operating the Operating the power tailgate does
power tailgate. Risk of injury, not operate the central locking
particularly to children. system. To open the tailgate with the
Keep a close watch on the remote control, it is not necessary to
movable tailgate when operating. unlock the vehicle. Unlock the
Ensure that nothing becomes vehicle first when operating with the
trapped during operating and no touchpad switch or the switch in the
one is standing within the moving driver's door. Lock the vehicle after
area. closing.
Central locking system 3 23.
The power tailgate is operated by:
Radio remote control button x Operation with radio remote control
Switch G in the door panel of the
driver's door Press and hold button G until the
tailgate starts to open or close.
Touchpad switch and button G in
the tailgate.
On vehicles with automatic
transmission, the tailgate can only be
operated when the vehicle is
stationary and automatic
transmission in P.

Operation with switches in the tailgate Operation modes

The power tailgate has three modes
of operation, which are controlled by
the switch in the driver's door. To
change the mode, turn the switch:
To close, press button G in the

To open the tailgate, press the open tailgate until the tailgate starts to
touchpad switch under the tailgate move.
moulding until the tailgate starts to Stop or change direction of
move. movement
Pressing button x on radio remote Normal mode MAX: power tailgate
control or G on the tailgate or press opens to full height
on the touchpad switch whilst the Intermediate mode 3/4: power
tailgate is moving will stop the tailgate tailgate opens to a reduced height
in the current position. Pressing that can be adjusted
button x or G again will reverse Mode Off: tailgate can only be
the direction of movement. operated manually.

Adjust reduced opening height in Note The power tailgate has pinch sensors
intermediate mode Adjusting opening height should be on the side edges. If the sensors
1. Turn operation mode switch to programmed at ground level. detect obstacles between tailgate and
3/4. A chime sound indicates the new chassis, the tailgate will open, until it
2. Open power tailgate with any setting and the outer rear lights will is activated again or closed manually.
operation switch. flash if the tailgate is below an The safety function is indicated by a
3. Stop movement at the desired opening angel of 30. warning chime.
height by pressing any operation When turning the adjuster wheel in Remove all obstacles before
switch. If required, manually move the driver's door to intermediate mode resuming normal power operation.
the stopped tailgate to the desired 3/4, the power tailgate will stop If the vehicle is equipped with factory-
position. opening at the newly set position. fitted towing equipment and a trailer
The tailgate can only be held open if is electrically connected, the power
a minimum height is exceeded tailgate can only be opened with the
(minimum opening angle from 30). touchpad switch or closed with button
The opening height cannot be G in the open tailgate. Ensure that
programmed below that height. there are no obstacles in the moving
area.
Safety function
If the power tailgate encounters an General hints for operating
obstacle during opening or closing, tailgate
the direction of movement will
automatically be reversed slightly. 9 Warning
Multiple obstacles in one power cycle
will deactivate the function. In this Do not drive with the tailgate open
4. Press and hold the button on the
case, close or open the tailgate or ajar, e.g. when transporting
inside of the open tailgate for
manually. bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
3 seconds.
gases, which can not be seen or

smelled, could enter the vehicle. Note

The operation of the power tailgate
Vehicle security
This can cause unconsciousness
is disabled under low vehicle battery
and even death.
conditions. In this case, the tailgate
Anti-theft locking system
can even not be operated manually.
Caution 9 Warning
Note
With the power tailgate disabled and Do not use the system if there are
Before opening the tailgate, check all doors unlocked, the tailgate can
overhead obstructions, such as a people in the vehicle! The doors
only be operated manually. In this cannot be unlocked from the
garage door, to avoid damage to event, manually closing the tailgate
the tailgate. Always check the inside.
requires significantly greater force.
moving area above and behind the
tailgate. Note The system deadlocks all the doors.
The installation of certain heavy All doors must be closed and the
Note accessories onto the tailgate may electronic key must not remain in the
Power tailgate: If the lifters of the affect its ability to remain open. vehicle. Otherwise the system cannot
open tailgate lose pressure, the be activated.
tailgate falls a bit and will then be If the ignition was on, the driver's door
stopped by the system. Following must be opened and closed once so
the tailgate will be power opened that the vehicle can be secured.
and closed. During this the tail lights Unlocking the vehicle disables the
will flash and a chime will sound. mechanical anti-theft locking system.
After closing, the tailgate may not be This is not possible with the central
operated until it has been serviced locking button in the passenger
by a workshop. compartment.

Activating Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised Radio remote control or electronic

Ignition key: directly by pressing e twice
within 5 seconds.
Activation Electronic key system with passive
All doors must be closed and the locking enabled: briefly activated
electronic key must not remain in the after passive locking occurs.
vehicle. Otherwise the system cannot Note
be activated. Changes to the vehicle interior such
Radio remote control: self- as the use of seat covers, and open
activated 30 seconds after locking windows or sunroof, could impair the
the vehicle by pressing e once. function of passenger compartment
Electronic key system: self- monitoring.
activated 30 seconds after locking Activation without monitoring of
Radio remote control or electronic the vehicle by pressing the button
on any exterior door handle.
passenger compartment and
key: press e twice within 5 seconds. vehicle inclination
Anti-theft alarm system

The anti-theft alarm system
incorporates and is operated in
conjunction with the anti-theft locking
system.
It monitors:
Doors, tailgate, bonnet
Passenger compartment including
adjoining load compartment

Switch off the monitoring of Status LED Seek the assistance of a workshop in
passenger compartment and vehicle the event of faults.
inclination when animals are being
left in the vehicle, because of high Deactivation
volume ultrasonic signals or Radio remote control: Unlocking the
movements triggering the alarm. Also vehicle by pressing button c
switch off when the vehicle is on a deactivates anti-theft alarm system.
ferry or train.
1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows
and sunroof.
2. Press button o. LED in the
button o illuminates for a
maximum of 10 minutes.
3. Close doors. Status LED is integrated in the sensor
4. Activate the anti-theft alarm on top of the instrument panel.
system. Status during the first 30 seconds of
Status message is displayed in the anti-theft alarm system activation:
Driver Information Centre. LED = test, arming delay.
illuminates Electronic key system: Unlocking the
LED flashes = doors, tailgate or vehicle by pressing the button on any
quickly bonnet not exterior door handle deactivates anti-
completely closed, theft alarm system.
or system fault.
The system is not deactivated when
Status after system is armed: unlocking the driver's door with the
LED flashes = system is armed. key or with the central locking button
slowly in the passenger compartment.

Alarm Immobiliser Exterior mirrors

When triggered, the alarm sounds via The system is part of the ignition
a separate battery-backed power switch and checks whether the Convex shape
sounder, and the hazard warning vehicle is allowed to be started with
lights flash simultaneously. The The convex exterior mirror contains
the key being used. an aspherical area and reduces blind
number and duration of alarm signals
are stipulated by legislation. The immobiliser is activated spots. The shape of the mirror makes
automatically after the key is removed objects appear smaller, which will
The anti-theft alarm system can be from the ignition switch. affect the ability to estimate
deactivated only by pressing the distances.
button c or by pressing the switch on If control indicator d flashes when the
the door handle (electronic key ignition is on, there is a fault in the
system) or switching on the ignition. system; the engine cannot be started. Electric adjustment
Switch off the ignition and repeat start
A triggered alarm, which has not been
attempt.
interrupted by the driver, will be
indicated by the hazard warning If control indicator d continues
lights. They will flash quickly three flashing, attempt to start the engine
times when the vehicle is unlocked using the spare key and seek the
next time with the radio remote assistance of a workshop.
control. Additionally a warning Note
message is displayed in the Driver The immobiliser does not lock the
Information Centre after switching on doors. You should always lock the
the ignition. vehicle after leaving it and switch on
Vehicle messages 3 116. the anti-theft alarm system 3 23,
3 34.
Control indicator d 3 105. Select the relevant exterior mirror by
switching the control to left mirror (L)
or right mirror (R). Then swivel the
control to adjust the mirror.

In position o no mirror is selected. Electric folding Folding mirrors with remote

control
Folding mirrors This function is only available if the
vehicle is equipped with electrical
seat memory.
Switch control to o, then push the

control button c down. Both exterior
mirrors will fold.
For pedestrian safety, the exterior
mirrors will swing out of their normal Push the control down again - both
mounting position if they are struck exterior mirrors return to their original Press button e again after locking for
with sufficient force. Reposition the position. one second to fold in mirrors.
mirror by applying slight pressure to If an electrically folded mirror is Press button c again after unlocking
the mirror housing. manually extended, pressing down for one second to fold out mirrors.
the control will only electrically extend Pressing for three seconds activates
the other mirror. window operation. Power windows
3 39. Sunroof 3 42.
If the mirrors were folded in using the
control in the driver's door, they are
not folded out by pressing button c.

This function can be activated or

deactivated in the Vehicle
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
Interior mirrors
personalisation. automatically after a short time.
Manual anti-dazzle
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. Automatic dimming
Colour-Info-Display 3 114. Dazzling by following vehicles at night
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. is automatically reduced by dimming
The settings are automatically stored both exterior mirrors.
for the key being used 3 23.
Parking assist
Heated mirrors For mirrors with position memory, the
exterior mirror on the passenger side
is automatically aimed at the rear
tyres as a parking aid when reverse
gear is selected, except during trailer
operation. To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on
Position memory 3 50. the underside of the mirror housing.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the menu
Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 118.
Operated by pressing the button.

The LED in the button indicates
activation.

Automatic anti-dazzle Windows Windscreen stickers

Do not attach stickers such as toll
Windscreen road stickers or similar on the
windscreen in the area of the interior
Heat-reflecting windscreen mirror. Otherwise the detection zone
The heat-reflecting windscreen has a of the sensor and the view area of the
coating which reflects solar radiation. camera in the mirror housing could be
Also data signals, e.g. from toll restricted.
stations, might be reflected.
Power windows
9 Warning
Take care when operating the
Dazzling by following vehicles at night power windows. Risk of injury,
is automatically reduced by dimming particularly to children.
the interior mirror.
If there are children on the rear
seats, switch on the child safety
system for the power windows.
Keep a close watch on the
windows when closing them.
The marked areas on the windscreen Ensure that nothing becomes
are not covered with the coating. trapped in them as they move.
Devices for electronic data recording
and fee payment must be attached in Operable with ignition in position
these areas. Otherwise data Accessory power mode or Ignition on
recording malfunctions may occur. power mode 3 149, 3 149.

Retained power off 3 151. Power windows can be operated for Child safety system for rear
approx. 10 minutes after the ignition windows
is switched off or until the driver's door
is opened.
Safety function
If the window glass encounters
resistance above the middle of the
window during automatic closing, it is
immediately stopped and opened
again.
Override safety function

In the event of closing difficulties due
Operate the switch for the respective to frost or the like, switch on the
window by pushing to open or pulling ignition, then pull the switch to the first
detent and hold. The window moves Press switch z to deactivate rear
to close. door power windows; the LED
up without safety function enabled.
Pushing or pulling gently to the first To stop movement, release the illuminates. To activate, press z
detent: window moves up or down as switch. again.
long as the switch is operated.
Pushing or pulling firmly to the second Comfort operating with the
detent and then releasing: window remote control
moves up or down automatically with The windows can be operated
safety function enabled. To stop remotely from outside the vehicle.
movement, operate the switch once
more in the same direction.

Overload Heated rear window

If the windows are repeatedly
operated within short intervals, the
window operation is disabled for
some time.
Initialising the power windows

If the windows cannot be closed
automatically (e.g. after
disconnecting the vehicle battery), a
warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
Press button c again for Vehicle messages 3 116.
three seconds after unlocking: all Activate the window electronics for
windows will be opened. each window as following: Operated by pressing the button.
Press button e again for 1. Close doors. The LED in the button indicates
three seconds after locking: all activation.
windows will be closed. 2. Switch on ignition.
Heating works with the engine
Press any button to stop window 3. Pull switch to the second detent running and is switched off
movement. until the window starts to close automatically after a short time.
and hold pulled for additional
Folding mirrors 3 37. 4 seconds.
Closing sunroof 3 42. 4. Push switch to the second detent
Sun visors
until the window starts to open The sun visors can be folded down or
Confirmation swivelled to the side to prevent
automatically.
Complete opening or closing of the dazzling.
windows is confirmed by the hazard 5. Repeat for each window.
warning flashers.

If the sun visors have integral mirrors,

the mirror covers should be closed
Roof Sunroof, 5-door Hatchback/
4-door Saloon
when driving.
Sunroof
Roller blinds 9 Warning
To reduce sunlight at the rear seats,
pull the blind upwards using the grip Take care when operating the
and engage it at the top of the door sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly
frame. to children.
Keep a close watch on the
movable parts when operating
them. Ensure that nothing
becomes trapped in them as they
move.
Operable with ignition in position Open or close

Accessory power mode or Ignition on Press switch p or r gently to the
power mode 3 149, 3 149. first detent: sunroof is opened or
Retained power off 3 151. closed with safety function enabled
as long as the switch is operated.
Press switch p or r firmly to the
second detent and then release: the
sunroof is opened or closed
automatically with safety function
enabled. To stop movement, operate
the switch once more.

Raise or close Open

Press switch q or r: sunroof is Press switch p gently to the first
raised or closed automatically with detent: sunroof is opened in the
safety function enabled. spoiler position.
If the sunroof is raised, it can be Press switch p firmly to the second
opened in one step by pressing p. detent and then release: the sunroof
is opened automatically with safety
Sunblind function enabled. To stop movement,
The sunblind is manually operated. operate the switch once more.
Close or open the sunblind by sliding.
When the sunroof is open, the Close
sunblind is always open. Press switch r gently to the first
detent: sunroof is closed from fully Close or open the sunblind by
Panoramaroof, Sports Tourer/ open or spoiler position with safety pressing switch H or G.
Country Tourer function enabled as long as the switch
is operated. General hints
Press switch r firmly to the second
detent and then release: the sunroof Safety function
is completely closed automatically If the sunroof or sunblind encounters
with safety function enabled. To stop resistance during automatic closing, it
movement, operate the switch once is immediately stopped and opened
more. again.
Sunblind Override safety function

The sunblind is power operated. In the event of closing difficulties due
to frost or the like, hold switch r
pressed to the second detent. The

sunroof closes without safety function Initialising after a power failure

enabled. To stop movement, release After a power failure, it may only be
the switch. possible to operate the sunroof to a
limited extent. Have the system
Comfort closing with the remote initialised by a workshop.
control
The sunroof can be closed remotely
from outside the vehicle.
Press and hold button e to close the

sunroof.
Release the button to stop the
movement.

Seats, restraints 45
Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment

Head restraints on front seats
Position
Head restraints ............................ 45
Front seats ................................... 47 9 Warning
Rear seats ................................... 54
Only drive with the head restraint
Seat belts ..................................... 54 set to the proper position.
Airbag system .............................. 58
Child restraints ............................. 62
Height adjustment
Press release button, adjust height,
engage.
The upper edge of the head restraint

should be at upper head level. If this
is not possible for extremely tall
people, set to highest position, and
set to lowest position for small people.

46 Seats, restraints
Horizontal adjustment Head restraints on rear seats Note

Approved accessories may only be
attached if the seat is not in use.
Pull bolster of head restraint forwards

Height adjustment
slowly. It engages in several
Pull the head restraint upwards and
positions.
let engage. To move downwards,
To return to its rearmost position, pull press the catch to release and push
fully forwards and release. the head restraint downwards.
Active head restraints

In the event of a rear-end impact, the
front parts of the active head
restraints are moved slightly
forwards. Thus the head is supported
so that the risk of whiplash injury is
reduced.

Front seats Sit with shoulders as far back

against the backrest as possible.
Adjust the thigh support so that
there is a space approx. two fingers
Set the backrest rake so that it is wide between the edge of the seat
Seat position possible to easily reach the and the hollow of the knee.
steering wheel with arms slightly Adjust the lumbar support so that it
9 Warning bent. Maintain contact between supports the natural shape of the
shoulders and the backrest when spine.
Only drive with the seat correctly turning the steering wheel. Do not
adjusted. angle the backrest too far back. We
recommend a maximum rake of Seat adjustment
approx. 25.
Adjust the steering wheel 3 82. 9 Danger
Set seat height high enough to Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
have a clear field of vision on all the steering wheel, to permit safe
sides and of all display instruments. airbag deployment.
There should be at least one hand
of clearance between head and the
roof frame. Your thighs should rest 9 Warning
lightly on the seat without pressing
into it. Never adjust seats while driving as
Adjust the head restraint 3 45. they could move uncontrollably.
Sit with buttocks as far back against Adjust the height of the seat belt
the backrest as possible. Adjust the 3 55.
distance between the seat and the
pedals so that legs are slightly
angled when pressing the pedals.
Slide the front passenger seat as
far back as possible.

Seat positioning Seat backrests Seat height
Pull handle, slide seat, release Pull lever, adjust inclination and Press switch
handle. release lever. Allow the backrest to top = seat higher
engage audibly. bottom = seat lower

Seat inclination Lumbar support Adjustable thigh support
Lever pumping motion Adjust lumbar support using the four- Pull the lever and slide the thigh
up = front end higher way switch to suit personal support.
down = front end lower requirements.
Moving support up and down: push
switch up or down.
Increasing and decreasing support:
push switch forwards or backwards.

Power seat adjustment Move front of switch forwards/ Seat inclination

backwards.
9 Warning Seat height
Care must be taken when
operating the power seats. There
is a risk of injury, particularly for
children. Objects could become
trapped.
Keep a close watch on the seats
when adjusting them. Vehicle
passengers should be informed
accordingly.
Move front of switch upwards/
Seat positioning downwards.
Move switch upwards/downwards.

Seat backrests Lumbar support Adjustable thigh support
Turn switch forwards/backwards. Adjust lumbar support using the four- Pull the lever and slide the thigh
way switch to suit personal support.
requirements.
Moving support up and down: push Memory function for power seat
switch up or down. adjustment and exterior mirrors
Two different driver's seat and
Increasing and decreasing support:
exterior mirror settings can be stored.
push switch forwards or backwards.
Memorised settings 3 23, Vehicle
personalisation 3 118.

Recall of memory positions This function can be activated or

Press and hold button 1 or 2 until the deactivated in the Vehicle
stored seat and exterior mirror personalisation.
positions have been reached. Select the relevant setting in Settings,
Releasing the button during seat I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.
movement cancels the recall.
Storing positions by remote control Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
Actual driver's seat and exterior
mirror positions are automatically Easy exit function
stored by the radio remote control key For a convenient exit out of the
each time the ignition is switched off. vehicle, the power driver seat moves
These stored positions are rearwards when vehicle is stationary.
Storing memory positions by buttons independent of the memory positions To activate, switch off ignition,
1 and 2 stored by the buttons 1 or 2, see remove key from the ignition switch
Adjust driver's seat and then adjust above. and open the driver's door. If the door
exterior mirrors to desired The stored positions are is already open, switch off ignition to
positions. automatically recalled by unlocking activate the recall.
Press and hold button MEM and and opening the driver's door with the To stop recall movement, press one
button 1 at the same time until a memorised radio remote control key. of the memory- or power seat
beep sounds. If the door is already open, press controls.
Repeat the steps for a second button c on remote control to activate This function can be activated or
driver using button 2. the recall. deactivated in the Vehicle
To stop recall movement, press one personalisation.
of the memory-, power mirror- or Select the relevant setting in Settings,
power seat controls. I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.

Safety function Armrest Heating

If the driver's seat encounters
resistance during movement, the
recall may stop. After removing the
obstruction, press and hold the
appropriate power seat position
button for the memory item for
two seconds. Try recalling the
memory position again. If the recall
does not operate, consult a
workshop.
Overload
If the seat setting is electrically
overloaded, the power supply is
automatically cut-off for a short time. Push button and fold armrest Adjust heating to the desired setting
upwards. Under the armrest there is by pressing button for the
Note a storage compartment. respective seat one or more times.
After an accident in which airbags The control indicator in the button
have been deployed, the memorised Auxiliary devices, see Infotainment
system manual. indicates the setting.
settings for each position button will
Prolonged use of the highest setting
be deactivated.
for people with sensitive skin is not
recommended.
Seat heating is operational when
engine is running and during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 153.

Ventilating Rear seats Seat belts

Armrest
Adjust ventilation to the desired

setting by pressing button A for the The seat belts are locked during
respective seat one or more times. Fold armrest down. The armrest heavy acceleration or deceleration of
contains cupholders and a storage the vehicle holding the occupants in
The control indicator in the button
box. the sitting position. Thereby the risk of
indicates the setting.
injury is considerably reduced.
Ventilated seats are operational when
engine is running and during an 9 Warning
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 153. Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger
their fellow occupants and
themselves.

Seat belts are designed to be used by Belt pretensioners Three-point seat belt
only one person at a time. Child In the event of a head-on or rear-end
restraint system 3 62. collision of a certain severity, the front Fastening
Periodically check all parts of the belt seat belts are tightened.
system for damage, pollution and
proper functionality. 9 Warning
Have damaged components
replaced. After an accident, have the Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or
belts and triggered belt pretensioners fitting of belts) can trigger the belt
replaced by a workshop. pretensioners.
Note Deployment of the belt pretensioners
Make sure that the belts are not is indicated by continuous illumination
damaged by shoes or sharp-edged of control indicator v 3 101.
objects or trapped. Prevent dirt from
getting into the belt retractors. Triggered belt pretensioners must be
replaced by a workshop. Belt
Seat belt reminder pretensioners can only be triggered Withdraw the belt from the retractor,
Each seat is equipped with a seat belt once. guide it untwisted across the body
reminder, indicated for front seats by Note and insert the latch plate into the
control indicators X and k, or for rear Do not affix or install accessories or buckle. Tighten the lap belt regularly
seats by the symbol X in the Driver other objects that may interfere with whilst driving by pulling the shoulder
Information Centre 3 100. the operation of the belt belt.
pretensioners. Do not make any
Belt force limiters modifications to belt pretensioner
Stress on the body is reduced by the components as this will invalidate
gradual release of the belt during a the vehicle type approval.
collision.

Insignia OPC Height adjustment
Loose or bulky clothing prevents the

belt from fitting snugly. Do not place Feed seat belt through belt mount on
objects such as handbags or mobile 1. Pull belt out slightly.
backrest when fastening seat belt.
phones between the belt and your 2. Press button.
body. 3. Adjust height and engage.
9 Warning
The belt must not rest against hard
or fragile objects in the pockets of
your clothing.
Seat belt reminder X, k 3 100.

Removing Using the seat belt while

pregnant
Adjust the height so that the belt lies

across the shoulder. It must not lie
across the throat or upper arm. To release belt, press red button on
Do not adjust while driving. belt buckle.
9 Warning
Insignia OPC
Feed seat belt through belt mount on The lap belt must be positioned as
backrest after releasing. low as possible across the pelvis
to prevent pressure on the
Seat belts on the rear seats abdomen.
The seat belt for the rear centre seat
can only be withdrawn from the
retractor if the backrest is in the rear
position.

Airbag system Each airbag is triggered only once.

Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it might be
The airbag system consists of a
necessary to have the steering
number of individual systems
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of
depending on the scope of
the panelling, the door seals,
equipment.
handles and the seats replaced.
When triggered the airbags inflate
Do not make any modifications to
within milliseconds. They also deflate
the airbag system as this will
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable
invalidate the vehicle type approval.
during the collision.
When the airbags inflate, escaping
9 Warning hot gases may cause burns.
Additionally there is a warning label
Control indicator v for airbag systems
If handled improperly the airbag on the side of the instrument panel,
3 101.
systems can be triggered in an visible when the front passenger door
explosive manner. is open, or on the front passenger sun
Front airbag system visor.
Note The front airbag system consists of The front airbag system is triggered in
The airbag systems and belt one airbag in the steering wheel and the event of a front-end impact of a
pretensioner control electronics are one in the instrument panel on the certain severity. The ignition must be
located in the centre console area. front passenger side. These can be switched on.
Do not put any magnetic objects in identified by the word AIRBAG.
this area.
Do not stick anything on the airbag
covers and do not cover them with
other materials.

Fit the seat belt correctly and

engage securely. Only then the
airbag is able to protect.
Side airbag system
The inflated airbags cushion the The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and head of injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the front seat occupants the event of a side-on collision
considerably. considerably.
9 Warning The side airbag system consists of an 9 Warning

airbag in each front seat backrest and
Optimum protection is only in the rear outboard seat backrests. Keep the area in which the airbag
provided when the seat is in the This can be identified by the word inflates clear of obstructions.
proper position 3 47. AIRBAG.
Keep the area in which the airbag The side airbag system is triggered in Note
inflates clear of obstructions. the event of a side impact of a certain Only use protective seat covers that
severity. The ignition must be have been approved for the vehicle.
switched on. Be careful not to cover the airbags.

Curtain airbag system 9 Warning

The curtain airbag system consists of
an airbag in the roof frame on each Keep the area in which the airbag
side. This can be identified by the inflates clear of obstructions.
word AIRBAG on the roof pillars. The hooks on the handles in the
The curtain airbag system is triggered roof frame are only suitable for
in the event of a side-on impact of a hanging up light articles of
certain severity. The ignition must be clothing, without coat hangers. Do
switched on. not keep any items in these
clothes.
Airbag deactivation The front passenger airbag system

Front airbag and side airbag systems can be deactivated via a key-
for the front passenger seat must be operated switch on the right side of
deactivated if a child restraint system the instrument panel.
is to be fitted on this seat. The curtain
airbag system, the belt pretensioners
and all driver airbag systems will
remain active.
The inflated airbags cushion the

impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the head in the event of a
side-on impact considerably.

Use the ignition key to choose the Status remains until the next change.
position: Control indicator for airbag
* = front passenger airbags are deactivation 3 101.
deactivated and will not inflate
in the event of a collision.
Control indicator * illuminates
continuously. A child restraint
system can be installed in
accordance with the
chart Child restraint
installation locations 3 63.
No adult person is allowed to
occupy the front passenger As long as the control indicator * is
seat. not illuminated, the airbag systems
V = front passenger airbags are for the front passenger seat will inflate
active. A child restraint system in the event of a collision.
must not be installed.
If both control indicators are
illuminated simultaneously, there is a
9 Danger system failure. The status of the
system is not discernible, therefore
Risk of fatal injury for a child using no person is allowed to occupy the
a child restraint system on a seat front passenger seat. Contact a
with activated front passenger workshop immediately.
airbag.
Consult a workshop immediately if
Risk of fatal injury for an adult neither of the two control indicators
person on a seat with deactivated are illuminated.
front passenger airbag.
Change status only when the vehicle
is stopped with the ignition off.

Child restraints This is especially the case if rear- Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
facing child restraint systems are
from the traffic.
Child restraint systems used on the front passenger seat.
When the child restraint system is not
We recommend the Opel child in use, secure the seat with a seat belt
restraint system which is tailored Airbag deactivation 3 60.
or remove it from the vehicle.
specifically to the vehicle.
Selecting the right system Note
When a child restraint system is being The rear seats are the most
used, pay attention to the following Do not stick anything on the child
convenient location to fasten a child restraint systems and do not cover
usage and installation instructions restraint system.
and also those supplied with the child them with any other materials.
restraint system. Children should travel facing A child restraint system which has
rearwards in the vehicle as long as been subjected to stress in an
Always comply with local or national possible. This makes sure that the
regulations. In some countries, the accident must be replaced.
child's backbone, which is still very
use of child restraint systems is weak, is under less strain in the event
forbidden on certain seats. of an accident.
Suitable are restraint systems that
9 Danger
comply with ECE 44-03 or
ECE 44-04. Check local laws and
When using a child restraint
regulations for mandatory use of child
system on the front passenger
restraint systems.
seat, the airbag systems for the
front passenger seat must be Ensure that the child restraint system
deactivated; if not, the triggering of to be installed is compatible with the
the airbags poses a risk of fatal vehicle type.
injury to the child. Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct.

Child restraint installation locations

Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system
On front passenger seat
Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat
Group 0: up to 10 kg X U1 U2 U2
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg X U1 U2 U2
or approx. 2 years
Group I: 9 to 18 kg X U1 U2 U2
or approx. 8 months to 4 years
Group II: 15 to 25 kg X X U U
or approx. 3 to 7 years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg X X U U
or approx. 6 to 12 years
1 = Only if front passenger seat airbag system is deactivated. If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-
point seat belt, move seat height adjustment to uppermost position and ensure that vehicle safety belt runs forwards
from the upper anchorage point. Adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure
that the belt is tight on the buckle side.
2 = Seat available with ISOFIX and Top-Tether mounting brackets 3 66.
U = Universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt.

X = No child restraint system permitted in this weight class.

Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system

Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat
Group 0: up to 10 kg E ISO/R1 X IL IL
Group 0+: up to 13 kg E ISO/R1 X IL IL
D ISO/R2 X IL IL
C ISO/R3 X IL IL
Group I: 9 to 18 kg D ISO/R2 X IL IL
C ISO/R3 X IL IL
B ISO/F2 X IL, IUF IL, IUF
B1 ISO/F2X X IL, IUF IL, IUF
A ISO/F3 X IL, IUF IL, IUF
IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories.
The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type.
IUF = Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight class.
X = No ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight class.

ISOFIX size class and seat device

A ISO/F3 = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.
B ISO/F2 = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.
B1 ISO/F2X = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg.
C ISO/R3 = Rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kg.
D ISO/R2 = Rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 18 kg.
E ISO/R1 = Rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kg.

ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether fastening eyes

systems The vehicle has three fastening eyes
on the backside of the rear backrests
or in the area behind the head
restraints.
Top-Tether fastening eyes are
marked with the symbol : for a child
seat.
In addition to the ISOFIX mounting,

fasten the Top-Tether strap to the
Top-Tether fastening eyes. The strap
Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX must run between the two guide rods
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX of the head restraint.
mounting brackets. Specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint systems of
ISOFIX child restraint system universal category positions are
positions are marked in the table by marked in the table by IUF 3 63.
IL 3 63.
No more than two ISOFIX child Open the flap of the required
restraint systems can be installed on fastening eye, marked by the child
the rear seats at the same time, seat symbol.
though not right next to each other.
ISOFIX mounting brackets are
indicated by a logo ISOFIX on the
backrest.

Storage 67
Storage Storage compartments The glovebox features a pen holder

and a coin holder.
The glovebox should be closed whilst
9 Warning driving.
Storage compartments ................ 67
Do not store heavy or sharp
Load compartment ....................... 69
objects in the storage
Cupholders
Roof rack system ......................... 79
compartments. Otherwise, the
Loading information ..................... 80 storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could
be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Glovebox
Cupholders are located in the centre

console.

68 Storage
A storage compartment is located Storage in the rear armrest

next to the steering wheel.
Armrest storage
Storage in the front armrest
Additional cupholders are located in

the rear armrest. Fold down armrest.
Fold down armrest and open cover.
Close cover before folding the
Front storage armrest up.
Push button to fold up the armrest.

Storage 69
Load compartment Pull the release lever on one or both

sides and fold down the backrests
onto the seat cushion.
Folding down rear seat
backrests
The rear seat backrest is divided into
two parts. Both parts can be folded
down.
Remove the load compartment cover
if necessary.
Press and hold the catch, then push
the head restraints down.
The backrests are properly engaged
Fold up the rear armrest. when both red marks on the side near
the release lever are no longer visible.
To fold up, raise backrests and guide
them into an upright position until they 9 Warning
engage audibly.
Only drive the vehicle when the
Ensure that the seat belts of the backrests are securely locked into
outboard seats are placed in the position. Otherwise there is a risk
corresponding belt guides. of personal injury or damage to the
load or vehicle in the event of hard
braking or a collision.
Put the seat belts of the outboard

seats into the belt guides.

70 Storage
The seat belt of the centre seat could Pull grip and open the cover. The closed cover can be secured
be blocked when the backrest is Suitable for loading long, narrow from inside the load compartment.
folded up too quickly. To unlock the objects. Turn knob by 90:
retractor, push in the seat belt or pull knob = cover secured from
Ensure the cover engages after
it out by approx. 20 mm and then horizontal the passenger
folding up.
release. compartment side
knob = cover not secured
Opening the pass-through in the vertical
rear centre backrest
Fold down rear armrest. Storage in the load
compartment
Depending on the equipment, there
are storage boxes under the load
compartment cover.

Storage 71
Load compartment cover Opening cover

Do not place any objects on the cover.
5-door Hatchback
Removing cover
Pull cover from the side guides.

Push down the handle at the end of
Fitting cover
the cover. It rolls up automatically.
Engage cover in side guides and fold
downwards. Attach the retaining
straps to the tailgate.
Unhook retaining straps from tailgate. Sports Tourer, Country Tourer

Closing cover
Pull the cover towards the rear using
the handle until it engages in the
sideward retainers.

72 Storage
Removing cover Blind at the tailgate Pulling out the floor cover
Raise the floor at the handle slightly
until the spring rolls pop-up on each
side.
Open the load compartment cover. To cover the load compartment

Pull the release lever on the right side completely, mount the blind at four
up and hold it. Lift the cover first on fixing points on the inside of the
tailgate. Press the button under the handle
the right side and remove from
and pull out the floor cover until it
retainers.
engages.
The removed cover can be stored Rear floor storage cover Load the floor in this position.
under the load compartment floor
3 76. Sliding floor cover (FlexFloor) Sliding back into load compartment
For a convenient setting of the load Press the button under the handle
Installing cover compartment, the floor cover can be and slide in the floor cover until it
Insert the left side of the load pulled out. engages at the end position.
compartment cover in the recess, pull
the release lever up and hold it, insert Leave the floor cover in the raised
the right side of the load compartment position as long as it is loaded.
cover and engage.

Storage 73
To return the floor cover to its

9 Warning Lashing eyes
original position after unloading
Do not load or unload the
compartment by using the sliding
floor cover when the vehicle is
parked on a slope, as the floor
cover could run uncontrolled into
the end positions.
Lift the floor cover up or down only
when unloaded. Danger of injury.
Raise the floor cover at the handle The lashing eyes are designed to
slightly and push down the spring secure items against slippage, e.g.
rolls on each side manually. Both using lashing straps or luggage net.
spring rolls must engage in
position.
Cargo management
Lower the floor cover.
system
The pulled out floor cover can be
loaded with max. 120 kg. A warning The FlexOrganizer is a flexible
label is shown on the floor cover. system for dividing up the load
compartment.
Secure objects with lashing straps For access to the spare wheel or tyre
attached to lashing eyes 3 73. repair kit, lift up the floor cover and The system consists of:
Loading information 3 80. attach the retaining strap at the upper adapters,
edge of the tailgate recess. Lift up and mesh pockets,
attach the cover only without loading.

74 Storage
hooks, plate upwards to lock the adapter. To Net pocket

service box, remove, turn the handle plate
downwards and move out of the rail.
strap set.
The components are fitted in rails on Variable partition net
both side panels using adapters and
hooks.
Installation of adapters in the

rails
Insert adapters into the required

position in the rails. The net pocket
can be suspended from the adapters.
Insert adapters into the required
position in the rails. Stick together the
halves of the net rods.
To install, push rods together a little
and insert into the relevant openings
Fold open the handle plate, insert the in the adapters.
adapter into the upper and lower
groove of the rail and move to the To remove, press the net rods
required position. Turn the handle together and remove from the
adapters.

Storage 75
Installation of hooks in the rails Service box
Alternatively install both hooks in the

lower rail. Plug in the lower brackets
Insert the hook in the desired position Install two hooks in the upper rail. of the box from above into the lower
first into the upper groove of the rail Insert the upper brackets of the box hooks.
and then press into the lower groove. from above into the hooks.
To remove, first pull out of the upper
groove.

76 Storage
Strap set Safety net behind the front seats

Push head restraints of the rear seats
down and fold down rear seat
backrests 3 69.
Fit the hooks of the small belts into the

Top-Tether mounting loops on the
Insert the adapters of the strap set back side of the folded rear seat
into a rail. Make sure that the belt is backrests.
not twisted.
Fit the hooks of the wider belts into the
The strap set has two locks to open. Front installation openings in the roof
locking devices of the rear seat
frame: latch rod of the net at one side,
The belt can be tightened. backrests.
compress rod and latch at the other
side.
Safety net
Two different safety nets can be
installed behind the front seats or rear
seats.
Passengers must not be transported
behind the safety net.

Storage 77
Safety net cassette behind the

rear seats
To unlock, turn cassette slightly Insert the cassette into the retainers
backwards and remove it upwards on left and right side. Note the signs
from the retainers. L (left side) and R (right side) on the
Pull out the net from the cassette and cassette as an installation hint.
latch the rod of the net at one side into Installation of the cassette
Turn cassette slightly forwards to
the rear installation opening in the Remove load compartment cover. lock.
roof frame. Compress the rod and
latch at the other side. Stowage of safety nets and load
Removal of the cassette compartment cover
Roll up safety net. Rear safety net cassette can be
placed, together with the load
Remove load compartment cover compartment cover and the coiled up
3 71. safety net, under the load
compartment floor.

78 Storage
Put the load compartment cover into Sports Tourer, Country Tourer
the hollow with the upper side
downwards and with the release lever
in the front right edge.
Warning triangle
5-door Hatchback/4-door
Saloon
Open the load compartment floor by

pulling the handle. Fold and place the
floor behind the rear seats. Stow the warning triangle in the space
behind the straps on the inside of the
tailgate.
Stow the warning triangle in the space

behind the strap on the right side of
the load compartment.

Storage 79
First aid kit Sports Tourer, Country Tourer Roof rack system
5-door Hatchback/4-door Roof rack
Saloon For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in
use.
Mounting roof rack
Stow the first aid kit in the space 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon
behind a strap on the inside of the
tailgate.
Stow the first aid kit in the space
behind the mesh net on the left side
of the load compartment.
Open all doors.

80 Storage
Mounting points are located in each

door frame of the vehicle body.
Loading information Secure loose objects in the load
compartment to prevent from
Detach the cover from each mounting sliding.
point and fasten the roof rack with the When transporting objects in the
attached screws. load compartment, the backrests of
the rear seats must not be angled
Sports Tourer/Country Tourer with forward.
roof railing
Do not allow the load to protrude
above the upper edge of the
backrests.
Do not place any objects on the
load compartment cover or the
instrument panel, and do not cover
the sensor on top of the instrument
panel.
Heavy objects in the load
compartment should be placed The load must not obstruct the
against the seat backrests. Make operation of the pedals, parking
sure that the backrests are securely brake and gear selector, or hinder
engaged, i.e. no longer showing the the freedom of movement of the
red markings on the side near the driver. Do not place any unsecured
To fasten the roof rack, insert the release lever. If objects can be objects in the interior.
mounting bolts in the holes indicated stacked, heavier objects should be Do not drive with an open load
in the figure. placed at the bottom. compartment.
Secure objects with lashing straps
attached to lashing eyes 3 73.

Storage 81
the vehicle's higher centre of

9 Warning gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
Always make sure that the load in straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and
the vehicle is securely stowed. vehicle speed according to the load
Otherwise objects can be thrown conditions. Check and retighten the
around inside the vehicle and straps frequently.
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car. Do not drive faster than 120 km/h.
The permissible roof load is
The payload is the difference 100 kg. The roof load is the
between the permitted gross combined weight of the roof rack
vehicle weight (see identification and the load.
plate 3 264) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the payload, enter the
data for your vehicle in the Weights
table at the front of this manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank
90 % full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
Driving with a roof load increases
the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a detrimental
effect on vehicle handling due to

82 Instruments and controls
Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls

controls Steering wheel adjustment
Controls ....................................... 82
Warning lights, gauges and indi
cators ........................................... 91
Information displays ................... 107
Vehicle messages ...................... 116
Vehicle personalisation .............. 118
Driver Information Centre, some

driver assistance systems,
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, Infotainment system and a connected
then engage lever and ensure it is mobile phone can be operated via the
fully locked. controls on the steering wheel.
Do not adjust steering wheel unless Driver Information Centre 3 107.
vehicle is stationary and steering Driver assistance systems 3 171.
wheel lock has been released. Further information is available in the
Infotainment system manual.

Instruments and controls 83
Heated steering wheel Horn
The recommended grip areas of the

steering wheel are heated quicker
Activate heating by pressing * and to a higher temperature than the Press j.
button. Activation is indicated by the other areas.
LED in the button. Heating is operational when the
engine is running and during an
Autostop.

Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor
Windscreen wiper
Wiper lever in position P. P = automatic wiping with rain

Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the sensor
2 = fast desired wipe interval: The rain sensor detects the amount of
1 = slow short = turn adjuster wheel water on the windscreen and
P = interval wiping interval upwards automatically regulates the frequency
= off long = turn adjuster wheel of the windscreen wiper.
For a single wipe when the interval downwards
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down.
Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.

Adjustable sensitivity of the rain Windscreen and headlight

sensor washer
Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt

and ice.
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Rain sensor function can be activated
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
sensitivity: or deactivated in the Vehicle
onto the windscreen and the wiper
personalisation.
low = turn adjuster wheel wipes a few times.
sensitivity downwards Select the relevant setting in Settings,
If the headlights are on, washer fluid
high = turn adjuster wheel I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.
is also sprayed onto the headlights,
sensitivity upwards Colour-Info-Display 3 114. provided that the lever is pulled
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. sufficiently long. Afterwards the
headlight washer system is
inoperable for 5 wash cycles or until
engine or headlights have been
switched off and on again.

Rear window wiper/washer The rear window washer system is

deactivated when the fluid level is
low.
Outside temperature
Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed

onto the rear window and the wiper
Push the rocker switch to activate the wipes a few times.
rear window wiper: Do not use if the rear window is
upper = continuous frozen.
position operation Switch off in car washes.
lower = intermittent A drop in temperature is indicated
position operation The rear window wiper comes on immediately and a rise in temperature
middle = off automatically when the windscreen after a time delay.
position wiper is switched on and reverse gear
is engaged.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the menu
Settings in the Info-Display.

4.2'' Display synchronisation can take a few

Operate the display by the buttons minutes. Some transmitters do not
below the display. send a correct time signal. In such
cases, it is recommended to switch off
Press the ; button and then select automatic time synchronisation.
the Settings icon by turning and
pressing MENU button. Set date
Select Time menu page. Date is set automatically.
Return to homepage by pressing ;.
Set time
Select the Set Time menu item to For further information, see
enter the respective submenu. Infotainment system manual
Select the Auto Set screen button at 8'' Display
If outside temperature drops to 3 C, the bottom of the screen. Activate
a warning message is displayed in the Press the ; button and then select
either On - RDS mode or Off - Manual
Driver Information Centre. the Settings icon. Inputs can be done
mode.
directly by the finger on the touch
9 Warning If Off - Manual mode is selected, screen icons.
adjust hours and minutes by turning
Select Time and Date menu page.
The road surface may already be and pressing MENU button.
icy even though the display Repeatedly select the 12-24 Hr Set time
indicates a few degrees above screen button at the bottom of the Select the Set Time menu item to
0 C. screen to choose a time mode. enter the respective submenu.
If 12-hour mode is selected, a third
Clock column for AM and PM setting is
Date and time are shown in the displayed. Select the desired option.
Colour-Info-Display. Colour-Info- In On - RDS Mode the RDS signal of
Display operation 3 114 most VHF transmitters automatically
sets the time. RDS time

In On - RDS Mode the RDS signal of Power outlets

most VHF transmitters automatically
sets the time. RDS time
synchronisation can take a few
minutes. Some transmitters do not
send a correct time signal. In such
cases, it is recommended to switch off
automatic time synchronisation.
Set date
Select the Set Date menu item to
enter the respective submenu.
Select the Auto Set screen button at
Select the Auto Set screen button at
the bottom of the screen. Activate
the bottom of the screen. Activate
either On - RDS mode or Off - Manual
either On - RDS mode or Off - Manual 12 Volt power outlets are located in
mode.
mode. the front and rear centre console.
If Off - Manual mode is selected,
If Off - Manual mode is selected,
adjust the date using the hor g
adjust hours and minutes using hg
screen buttons.
screen buttons.
In On - RDS mode date is set
Tap on the 12-24 Hr screen button on
automatically.
the right side of the screen to select a
time mode. Return to homepage by pressing ;.
If 12-hour mode is selected, a third For further information, see
column for AM and PM setting is Infotainment system manual.
displayed. Select the desired option.

Do not exceed the maximum power With ignition off the power outlets are Cigarette lighter
consumption of 120 watts. deactivated. Additionally the power
outlets are deactivated in the event of
low vehicle battery voltage.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
Do not connect any current-delivering
accessories, e.g. electrical charging
devices or batteries.
Do not damage the outlets by using
unsuitable plugs.
The cigarette lighter is located behind
A 230 Volt power outlet is located in Stop-start system 3 153.
the ashtray cover.
the rear centre console. If ignition is
on and a device is plugged in, an LED Press ashtray cover to open.
in the outlet illuminates green.
Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 150 watts.
9 Danger
Power outlet works under high
electrical voltage!

Press in cigarette lighter. It switches Press ashtray cover to open.

off automatically once the element is
glowing. Pull out lighter.
Ashtrays
Caution
To be used only for ash and not for
combustible rubbish.
To empty, grip both sides of the

ashtray insert and remove.

Warning lights, gauges

and indicators
Instrument cluster
Depending on the version, three
instrument clusters are available:
Baselevel
Midlevel
Uplevel
Uplevel instrument cluster can be
displayed as Sport mode or Tour
mode.

Baselevel instrument cluster

Midlevel instrument cluster

Uplevel instrument cluster, Sport mode

Uplevel instrument cluster, Tour mode

Speedometer Odometer Trip odometer
Indicates vehicle speed. The total recorded distance is The recorded distance since the last
displayed in km. reset is displayed on the trip computer
page. Two trip odometer are
selectable for different trips.
Baselevel instrument cluster
Select between page W1 and
pageW2 by turning the adjuster
wheel on turn signal lever.
Each trip odometer can be reset
separately when ignition is on: select
respective page, hold the reset knob
depressed for a few seconds or press
the SET/CLR button on the turn signal
lever.

Midlevel and Uplevel instrument Tachometer Fuel gauge

cluster
Displays the engine speed. Displays the fuel level or gas level in
Select page Trip A or Trip B in the
Drive in a low engine speed range for the tank depending on the operation
Info page by pressing steering wheel
each gear as much as possible. mode.
button o.
Control indicator i or Y illuminates if
Each trip odometer can be reset Caution the level in the tank is low. Refuel
separately when ignition is on: select
immediately if it flashes.
respective page, press >. Confirm by If the needle is in the red warning
pressing 9. During liquid gas operation, the
zone, the maximum permitted system automatically switches over to
General engine speed is exceeded. Engine petrol operation when gas tanks are
Trip odometer counts up to a distance at risk. empty 3 98.
of 2000 km and then restarts at 0.
Never run the tank dry.
Driver Information Centre 3 107.

Because of the fuel remaining in the As soon as the liquid gas tank is 50 = engine operating
tank, the top-up quantity may be less empty, petrol operation is temperature not yet
than the specified tank capacity. automatically engaged until the reached
ignition is switched off. 90 = normal operating
(central temperature
Fuel selector After the engine is started, the LED
area)
1 is sometimes off. If the LPG button
is pressed twice in this situation, the 130 = temperature too high
LED 1 starts flashing.
Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 203. Caution
If engine coolant temperature is
Engine coolant too high, stop vehicle, switch off
temperature gauge engine. Danger to engine. Check
coolant level.
Service display
The engine oil life system lets you
know when to change the engine oil
Pressing button LPG switches and filter. Based on driving
between petrol and liquid gas conditions, the interval at which an
operation. The status LED 1 shows engine oil and filter change will be
the current operating mode. indicated can vary considerably.
1 off = petrol operation
1 illuminates = liquid gas
operation
1 flashes = no switching is
possible, one type Displays the coolant temperature.
of fuel is empty

On Baselevel display select the Reset

Settings Menu by pressing the On Baselevel display press the SET/
MENU button on the turn signal lever. CLR button on turn signal lever for
Turn the adjuster wheel to select the several seconds to reset. The ignition
Remaining Oil Life page. must be switched on but engine not
running.
On Midlevel or Uplevel display press
> on steering wheel to open the
subfolder. Select Reset and confirm
by pressing 9 for several seconds.
The ignition must be switched on but
engine not running.
The remaining oil life duration menu The system must be reset every time
is displayed in the Driver Information the engine oil is changed to allow
Centre 3 107. proper functionality. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
On Midlevel and Uplevel display Next service

select Info Menu by pressing p on When the system has calculated that
steering wheel. Press P to select engine oil life has been diminished,
Remaining Oil Life page. Change Engine Oil Soon appears in
the Driver Information Centre. Have
Remaining oil life duration is indicated engine oil and filter changed by a
in %. workshop within one week or
500 km (whichever occurs first).
Service information 3 261.

Control indicators Flashes Flashes

A turn signal or the hazard warning After having started the engine for a
The control indicators described are maximum of 100 seconds until the
not present in all vehicles. The flashers are activated.
seat belt has been fastened.
description applies to all instrument Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
versions. Depending on the light or associated fuse, failure of turn
Seat belt status on rear seats,
equipment, the position of the control signal light on trailer.
indicators may vary. When the
base level instrument cluster
Bulb replacement 3 222, Fuses
ignition is switched on, most control X flashes or illuminates in the Driver
3 232. Information Centre.
indicators will illuminate briefly as a
Turn signals 3 128.
functionality test. Illuminates
The control indicator colours mean: After the ignition has been switched
red = danger, important
Seat belt reminder on when the seat belt has been
reminder fastened.
Seat belt reminder on front
yellow = warning, information, fault
green = confirmation of activation seats Flashes
blue = confirmation of activation X for driver's seat illuminates or After starting off when the seat belt is
white = confirmation of activation flashes red in the instrument cluster. unfastened.
k for front passenger seat illuminates Fastening the seat belt 3 55.
See all control indicators on different or flashes red in the centre console,
instrument clusters 3 91. when seat is occupied. Seat belt status on rear seats,
midlevel and uplevel instrument
Turn signal Illuminates
cluster
After the ignition has been switched
O illuminates or flashes green. X illuminates red or green or grey in
on until the seat belt has been
the instrument cluster, after the
fastened.
Illuminates briefly ignition has been switched on.
The parking lights are switched on.

Illuminates red The front passenger airbag is

Seat occupied and the seat belt is 9 Warning deactivated 3 60.
unfastened.
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
9 Danger
Illuminates green
Seat occupied and the seat belt has workshop.
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
been fastened. a child restraint system together
Belt pretensioners, airbag system with activated front passenger
Illuminates grey 3 54, 3 58. airbag.
Seat not occupied.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
Fastening the seat belt 3 55. Airbag deactivation person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Airbag and belt tensioners
v illuminates red. Charging system
When the ignition is switched on, the p illuminates red.
control indicator illuminates for Illuminates when the ignition is
approx. 4 seconds. If it does not switched on and extinguishes shortly
illuminate, does not go out after after the engine starts.
4 seconds or illuminates whilst
driving, there is a fault in the airbag Illuminates when the engine is
system. Seek the assistance of a running
workshop. The airbags and belt Stop, switch off engine. Vehicle
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the battery is not charging. Engine
event of an accident. V illuminates yellow. cooling may be interrupted. The
Deployment of the belt pretensioners The front passenger airbag is brake servo unit may cease to be
or airbags is indicated by continuous activated. effective. Seek the assistance of a
illumination of v. workshop.
* illuminates yellow.

Malfunction indicator light 9 Warning

Illuminates
Z illuminates or flashes yellow. Electric parking brake is applied
Stop. Do not continue your 3 164.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly journey. Consult a workshop.
Flashes
after the engine starts. Electric parking brake is not fully
Illuminates after the ignition is
switched on if the manual parking applied or released. Depress the
Illuminates when the engine is brake pedal and attempt to reset the
running brake is applied 3 164.
system by first releasing and then
Fault in the emission control system. Operate pedal applying the electric parking brake. If
The permitted emission limits may be m remains flashing, do not drive and
- illuminates or flashes yellow.
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a seek the assistance of a workshop.
workshop immediately. Illuminates
Flashes when the engine is Brake pedal needs to be operated to Electric parking brake fault
release the electric parking brake
running 3 164. j illuminates or flashes yellow.
Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage. Ease up on the Clutch pedal needs to be operated to Illuminates
accelerator until the flashing stops. start the engine. Stop-start system Electric parking brake is operating
Seek the assistance of a workshop 3 153. with degraded performance 3 164.
immediately. Flashes
Flashes
Clutch pedal needs to be operated to
Electric parking brake is in service
Brake and clutch system start the engine 3 151.
mode. Stop vehicle, apply and
release the electric parking brake to
Brake and clutch fluid level
R illuminates red.
Electric parking brake reset.
m illuminates or flashes red.
The brake and clutch fluid level is too
low 3 218.

9 Warning
On some versions gear shift Lane departure warning
indication is popped up as full page in
the Driver Information Centre 3 107. ) illuminates green or flashes yellow.
remedied immediately by a Illuminates green
workshop. Gear shifting The system is switched on and ready
R or S with the number of the next to operate.
Antilock brake system higher or lower gear is indicated,
when up- or down-shifting is Flashes yellow
(ABS) recommended. The system recognizes an
u illuminates yellow. unintended lane change.
Illuminates for a few seconds after the
Variable effort steering
ignition is switched on. The system is
c illuminates yellow.
Ultrasonic parking assist
ready for operation when the control
indicator extinguishes. Fault in variable effort steering r illuminates yellow.
If the control indicator does not go out system. This may lead to a higher or Fault in system
after a few seconds, or if it illuminates lower steering effort. Consult a or
while driving, there is a fault in the workshop.
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or
ABS. The brake system remains covered by ice or snow
operational but without ABS Following distance
regulation. or
E indicates the following distance Interference due to external sources
Antilock brake system 3 163.
setting of adaptive cruise control or of ultrasound. Once the source of
the alert timing sensitivity of forward interference is removed, the system
Upshift collision alert by filled distance bars. will operate normally.
[ is shown as a symbol in the Driver Adaptive cruise control 3 173. Have the cause of the fault in the
Information Centre, when upshifting Forward collision alert 3 181. system remedied by a workshop.
is recommended for fuel saving Ultrasonic parking assist 3 187.
reasons.

Electronic Stability Control Electronic Stability Control 3 167, Illuminates

Traction Control system 3 166. The diesel particle filter is full. Start
off cleaning process as soon as
n illuminates yellow.
Traction Control system off possible.
The system is deactivated.
k illuminates yellow. Flashes
The system is deactivated. The maximum filling level of the filter
Electronic Stability Control is reached. Start cleaning process
and Traction Control Preheating immediately to avoid damage to the
system ! illuminates yellow.
engine.
b illuminates or flashes yellow. Diesel particle filter 3 156, Stop-start
Preheating is activated. Only system 3 153.
activates when outside temperature
Illuminates is low.
A fault in the system is present. Tyre pressure monitoring
Continued driving is possible. Driving system
stability, however, may deteriorate Diesel particle filter
depending on road surface % illuminates or flashes yellow. w illuminates or flashes yellow.
conditions.
The diesel particle filter requires Illuminates
Have the cause of the fault remedied cleaning.
by a workshop. Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately
Continue driving until % and check tyre pressure.
Flashes extinguishes. If possible, do not allow
engine speed to drop below Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
2000 rpm. Fault in system or tyre without
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare
automatically to a small degree. wheel). After 60-90 seconds the
control indicator illuminates
continuously. Consult a workshop.

Engine oil pressure 9 Warning Immobiliser

I illuminates red. d flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is When the engine is off, Fault in the immobiliser system. The
switched on and extinguishes shortly considerably more force is needed engine cannot be started.
after the engine starts. to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will
Illuminates when the engine is still be operational. Apply footbrake
running Do not remove key until vehicle is - illuminates yellow.
stationary, otherwise the steering Brake pedal needs to be depressed
Caution wheel lock could engage to release the electric parking brake
unexpectedly. 3 164.
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in Check oil level before seeking
damage to the engine and/or assistance of a workshop 3 215. Autostop
locking of the drive wheels. D illuminates when engine is in an
Low fuel Autostop.
1. Depress clutch. Stop-start system 3 153.
i or Y illuminates or flashes yellow.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector
lever to N. Illuminates Exterior light
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as Level in fuel tank is too low.
quickly as possible without 8 illuminates green.
impeding other vehicles. Flashes The exterior lights are on 3 122.
4. Switch off ignition. Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.
Never run the tank dry. High beam
Catalytic converter 3 157. C illuminates blue.
Bleeding the diesel fuel system
3 221.

Illuminated when high beam is on or The front fog lights are on 3 128. Illuminates green
during headlight flash 3 123. Adaptive cruise control is active. Set
Rear fog light speed is indicated near C or m
High beam assist r illuminates yellow.
symbol.
l illuminates green. Adaptive cruise control 3 173.
The rear fog light is on 3 129.
The high beam assist is activated,
see adaptive forward lighting 3 125.
Cruise control Vehicle detected ahead
A illuminates green.
m illuminates white or green.
Adaptive forward lighting A vehicle ahead is detected in the
f illuminates or flashes yellow. Illuminates white same lane.
The system is on. Adaptive cruise control 3 173,
Illuminates Forward collision alert 3 181.
Fault in the system. Illuminates green
Cruise control is active. Set speed is
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
indicated on midlevel or uplevel
Speed limiter
Flashes display near m symbol. L illuminates white or green.
System is switched to symmetrical Cruise control 3 171.
Illuminates white
low beam.
The system is on.
Control indicator f flashes for approx. Adaptive cruise control
4 seconds after the ignition is Illuminates green
C or m illuminates white or green.
switched on as a reminder for Speed limiter is active. Set speed is
symmetrical headlight 3 125. indicated near L symbol.
Illuminates white
The system is on. Speed limiter 3 172.
Fog light
> illuminates green.

Traffic sign assistant Information displays Baselevel display

L displays detected traffic signs as
control indicator. Driver Information Centre
Traffic sign assistant 3 198. The Driver Information Centre (DIC)
is located in the instrument cluster.
Door open Depending on the version and the
instrument cluster, the Driver
h illuminates red. Information Centre is available as
A door or the tailgate is open. Baselevel display, Midlevel display or
Uplevel display.
DIC indicates depending on the
equipment:
overall and trip odometer
The menu pages of the Baselevel
vehicle information display are selected by pressing the
trip/fuel information MENU button on the turn signal lever.
economic information Main menu symbols are indicated in
the top line of the display:
performance information
W Info Menu
vehicle and warning messages
X Settings Menu
audio and infotainment information
s Economic Menu
phone information
Some of the displayed functions differ
navigation information
between vehicle driving and standstill
vehicle settings and some functions are only active
when the vehicle is driving.

Vehicle personalisation 3 118. Vehicle and service messages are Phone Menu
Memorised settings 3 23. popped up in the DIC if required. Navigation Menu
Confirm messages by pressing SET/
Selecting menus and functions CLR button. Vehicle messages Settings Menu
The menus and functions can be 3 116. Some of the displayed functions differ
selected via the buttons on the turn when the vehicle is being driven or at
signal lever. Midlevel and Uplevel display a standstill. Some functions are only
Menu pages are indicated by available when the vehicle is being
pressing the steering wheel button p. driven.
Press Uplevel instrument cluster can be
Q or P to select a menu, press 9 to displayed as Sport mode or Tour
confirm. Selectable menu pages are: mode. See below: Settings Menu,
Display Themes.
Memorised settings 3 23.
Selecting menus and functions

The menus and functions can be
selected via the buttons on the right
side in the steering wheel.
Press the MENU button to switch
between the main menus or to return
from a submenu to the next higher
menu level.
Turn the adjuster wheel to select a
subpage of the main menu or to set a Info Menu
numeric value.
Performance Menu
Press the SET/CLR button to select
and confirm a function. Audio Menu

If the Driver Information Centre (DIC) Average speed

requests the driver to confirm a Trip odometer 2/B
function or message by pressing H
(Select), confirm by pressing 9. Average consumption
Average speed
Once a main menu page is selected,
this selection remains stored until Digital speed
another main menu page is selected. Fuel range
This means once the Info Menu page Fuel range LPG version
is selected, you can change the
subpages just by pressing P or Q. Instantaneous consumption
Vehicle and service messages are Remaining oil life
popped up in the DIC if required. Tyre pressure
Press p to open main menu page. Confirm messages by pressing the Gasoline fuel level
Select a main menu page with Q or 9 button. Vehicle messages 3 116.
LPG fuel level
P.
Info Menu Timer
Confirm a main menu page with 9. Following there is the list of all Used fuel
Once a main menu page is selected, possible Info Menu pages. Some may Traffic sign assistant
press Q or P to select subpages. not be available for your particular
vehicle. Depending on the display Following distance
Press q to open a next folder of the
selected subpage. some functions are symbolised. Coolant temperature
Press Q or P to select functions or Turn the adjuster wheel or press Q Battery voltage
to set a numeric value if required. or P to select a page: Eco page: Top consumers
Press 9 to select and confirm a Trip odometer 1/A Economy trend
function. Average consumption Eco index
Blank page

On Baselevel display, the pages Average consumption Fuel range

"Remaining Oil Life ", "Tyre Display of average consumption. The Range is calculated from current fuel
Pressure", "Traffic Sign Assistant" measurement can be reset at any tank content and current
and "Following distance indication" time and starts with a default value. consumption. The display shows
are displayed in the Settings Menu To reset on Baselevel display, press average values.
X. Select by pressing Menu the SET/CLR button for a few After refuelling, the range is updated
button. seconds, on Midlevel and Uplevel automatically after a brief delay.
On Baselevel display, the pages "Top display, press > and confirm with 9. When the fuel level in the tank is low,
consumers", "Economy trend" and On vehicles with LPG engines, a message appears on the display
"Eco index" are displayed in the Eco average consumption is indicated for and the control indicator i or Y in the
Menu s. Select by pressing the currently selected mode, LPG or fuel gauge illuminates.
Menu button. Gasoline. When the tank has to be refuelled
Trip odometer 1/A and 2/B immediately, a warning message
Average speed
Trip odometer displays the current appears and remains on the display.
Display of average speed. The Additionally the control indicator i
distance since a certain reset. measurement can be reset at any
or Y in the fuel gauge flashes 3 105.
Trip odometer counts up to a distance time.
of 2000 km then restarts at 0. To reset on Baselevel display, press Fuel range LPG version
To reset on Baselevel display, press the SET/CLR button for a few Display of approximate fuel range
the SET/CLR button for a few seconds, on Midlevel and Uplevel available with the remaining fuel in
seconds, on Midlevel and Uplevel display, press > and confirm with 9. each respective fuel tank of gasoline
display, press > and confirm with 9. and LPG fuel, along with a total range
Digital speed of both fuel types together. Switch
The information of trip odometer page
1/A and 2/B can be reset separately Digital display of the instantaneous between the modes by pressing SET/
for odometer, average consumption speed. CLR button or 9 button.
and average speed while the
respective display is active.

Instantaneous consumption Used fuel During sporadic driving conditions,

Display of the instantaneous Indicates used fuel since a certain the engine will activate the rear
consumption. point of time. To reset, press > and window defog automatically to
On vehicles with LPG engines, confirm Reset. increase the engine load. In this
instantaneous consumption is event, the rear window defog is
Traffic sign assistant indicated as one of the top
indicated for the currently selected
mode, LPG or Gasoline. Displays the detected traffic signs for consumers, without activation by the
the current route section 3 198. driver.
Remaining oil life
Following distance Economy trend
Indicates an estimate of the oil's
useful life. The number in % means Displays the distance in seconds to a Displays the average consumption
the remaining of current oil life 3 98. preceding moving vehicle 3 184. If development over a distance of
Adaptive cruise control is active this 50 km. Filled segments display the
Tire pressure page shows the following distance consumption in 5 km steps and shows
Checks tyre pressure of all wheels setting instead. the effect of topography or driving
during driving 3 241. behaviour on fuel consumption.
Coolant temperature
Gasoline fuel level/LPG fuel level Displays the coolant temperature. Economy index
Displays the fuel level for the fuel not The current fuel consumption is
Battery voltage indicated on an economic scale. For
currently being used (Gasoline or
LPG). A dedicated DIC cluster gauge Displays the vehicle battery voltage. economical driving adapt your driving
shows the fuel level for the fuel style to keep the indicator within the
Top consumers Eco area. Indicator outside the Eco
currently being used.
List of top comfort consumers area means higher fuel consumption.
Timer currently switched on is displayed in On Baselevel display, the current
To start and stop press 9. To reset, descending order. Fuel saving consumption value is indicated.
press > and confirm Reset. potential is indicated. A switched-off
consumer disappears from the list
and the consumption value will be
updated.

Shift indication: On Baselevel display Friction bubble Audio Menu

the current gear is indicated inside an A four quadrant visual display, Audio menu enables browsing for
arrow. The figure above recommends indicative of the four corners of the music, selecting from favourites or
upshifting for fuel saving reasons. car, with a bubble showing where changing the audio source.
the most inertia is being exerted on
Blank page See Infotainment system manual.
the vehicle.
shows a blank page without any
information. Acceleration and braking Phone Menu
Displays the percentage amount of Phone menu enables managing and
Performance Menu brake or accelerator pressure applied performing of phone calls, scrolling
Performance menu is only viewable by the driver as a bar graph around through contacts or operating
on Uplevel display. the outer perimeter of the DIC area. handsfree phoning.
The following is the list of all possible The left side is for acceleration and See Infotainment system manual.
Performance Menu pages. Some the right side is for braking.
may not be available for your Navigation Menu
Oil temperature Navigation menu enables route
particular vehicle.
Displays the oil temperature in guidance.
Turn the adjuster wheel or press Q degrees Celsius.
or P to select a page: See Infotainment system manual.
Friction bubble Oil pressure
Settings Menu
Displays the oil pressure in kPa.
Acceleration and braking The following list contains all possible
Oil temperature Battery voltage Settings Menu pages. Some may not
Displays the vehicle battery voltage. be available for your particular
Oil pressure
vehicle. Depending on the display
Battery voltage Transmission fluid temperature some functions are symbolised.
Transmission fluid temperature Displays the transmission fluid
temperature in degrees Celsius.

Turn the adjuster wheel or press Q Info pages Select:

or P to select a page and follow the Press > while Info pages is displayed. Light for comfort pressure up to
instructions given in the submenus: A list of all items in the Info Menu is 3 people
Units displayed. Select the functions to be
Eco for Eco pressure up to
displayed in the Info page by pressing
Display themes 3 people
9. Selected pages have a 9 in a
Info pages checkbox. Non viewable functions Max for full loading
Speed warning have a blank checkbox. See Info by pressing 9.
Tyre loading Menu above.
Software information
Software information Speed warning Displays the open source software
The speed warning display allows information.
Units you to set a speed that you do not
Press > while units is displayed. want to exceed. Valet mode
Select imperial or metric units by Some functions of the Driver
To set the speed warning, press >
pressing 9. Information Centre and the Colour-
while the page is displayed. Press
Q or P to adjust the value. Press Info-Display can be limited for some
Display themes
9 to set the speed. Once the speed drivers.
Press > while display themes is
displayed. Select Sport or Touring is set, this feature can be turned off by Activation or deactivation of valet
mode by pressing 9. Sport mode pressing 9 while viewing this page. If mode can be set in the menu
includes more vehicle information, the selected speed limit is exceeded, Settings in the vehicle personalisation
Tour mode includes more media a pop-up warning is displayed with a menu.
information. chime. Colour-Info-Display 3 114.
This setting is only available with Tyre loading Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
Uplevel display. The tyre loading display selects tyre For more information see
pressure category according to the Infotainment system manual.
actually inflated tyre pressure. Press
> while the page is displayed 3 241.

Colour-Info-Display 4.2'' Colour display Press button ; to return to the

homepage.
The Colour-Info-Display is located in Selecting menus and settings
the instrument panel near the For further information, see
Menus and settings are accessed via Infotainment system manual.
instrument cluster. the display.
Depending on the vehicle Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
configuration the vehicle has a
8'' Colour display
4.2'' colour display
or Selecting menus and settings
8'' colour display with Touch- There are three options to operate the
Screen and Touch-Pad display:
functionality via buttons below the display
The Info displays indicate: directly with the finger on the
time 3 87 touchscreen
outside temperature 3 86 via a touchpad in the middle
console between the seats
date 3 87
Infotainment system, see Press button X to switch on the
description in the Infotainment display.
system manual Press button ; to display the
navigation, see description in the homepage.
Infotainment system manual Turn button MENU to select a menu
system messages display icon.
vehicle messages 3 116 Press button MENU to confirm a
selection
settings for vehicle personalisation
3 118 Press button BACK to exit a menu
without changing a setting.

Button operation Press button BACK to exit a menu

Press button ; to return to the
homepage.
Touchscreen operation
Display must be switched on by
pressing X and homepage must be
selected by pressing ;.
Tap required menu display icon or a
function with the finger.
Scroll a longer submenu list with the
finger up or down. Scroll required menu display icon
Confirm a required function or horizontally with the finger and tap to
Press button X to switch on the confirm.
display. selection by tapping.
Tap display button q to exit a menu Scroll a longer submenu list with the
Press button ; to display the finger vertically.
homepage. without changing a setting.
Press button ; to return to the Confirm a highlighted function or
Turn button MENU to select a menu selection by tapping.
display icon or a function. homepage.
Press button BACK to exit a menu
Press button MENU to confirm a Touchpad operation
selection. Display must be switched on by
pressing X and homepage Press button ; to return to the
Turn button MENU to scroll a homepage.
selected ;.
submenu list.
For further information, see
Press button MENU to confirm a
selection.

Valet mode Vehicle messages

Some functions of the Driver
Information Centre and the Colour- Messages are indicated in the Driver
Info-Display can be limited for some Information Centre (DIC), in some
drivers. cases together with a warning and
Activation or deactivation of valet signal buzzer.
mode can be set in the menu
Settings in the vehicle personalisation
menu.
For more information see
On Midlevel and Uplevel display
press 9 button to confirm a message.
Smartphone controller
The smartphone controller allows a Vehicle and service messages
smartphone to access vehicle data The vehicle messages are displayed
via WLAN or Bluetooth connection. as text. Follow the instructions given
This data can then be displayed and in the messages.
analysed on the smartphone. On Baselevel display press the SET/ The system displays messages
CLR button, the MENU button or turn regarding the following topics:
the adjuster wheel to confirm a
message. Service messages
Fluid levels
Anti-theft alarm system
Brakes
Drive systems

Ride control systems Diesel particle filter If adaptive cruise control

Driver assistance systems Vehicle battery status deactivates automatically.
Cruise control If approaching a vehicle ahead too
Messages in the closely.
Speed limiter
Colour-Info-Display If a programmed speed or speed
Adaptive cruise control Some important messages may limit is exceeded.
Forward collision alert appear additionally in the If a warning message appears in
Collision imminent braking system Colour-Info-Display. Press the the Driver Information Centre.
multifunction knob to confirm a
Parking assist systems message. Some messages only pop If the electronic key is not in the
Lighting, bulb replacement up for a few seconds. passenger compartment.
Adaptive forward lighting If the parking assist detects an
object.
Wiper/washer system Warning chimes
If an unintended lane change
Doors, windows
When starting the engine or occurs.
Side blind spot alert
whilst driving If the diesel particle filter has
Traffic sign assistant Only one warning chime will sound at reached the maximum filling level.
Lane departure warning a time.
Load compartment, boot lid
When the vehicle is parked and/
The warning chime regarding not
fastened seat belts has priority over or the driver's door is opened
Radio remote control
any other warning chime. When the key is in the ignition
Electronic key system switch.
If seat belt is not fastened.
Keyless starting With exterior lights on.
If a door or the tailgate is not fully
Seat belts If the trailer hitch is not engaged.
closed when starting off.
Airbag systems
If a certain speed is exceeded with
Engine and transmission parking brake applied.
Tyre pressure

During an Autostop Vehicle personalisation

If the driver's door is opened.
The vehicle's behaviour can be
Battery voltage personalised by changing the settings
in the Colour-Info-Display.
When the vehicle battery voltage is
running low, a warning message will Some of the personal settings for
appear in the Driver Information different drivers can be memorised
Centre. individually for each vehicle key.
Memorised settings 3 23.
1. Switch off any electrical
consumers which are not required Depending on vehicle equipment and
for a safe ride, e.g. seat heating, country-specific regulations some of
heated rear window or other main the functions described below might
With active display, press button ;.
consumers. not be available.
Turn button MENU to select Settings
2. Charge the vehicle battery by Some functions are only displayed or
display icon.
driving continuously for a while or active when the engine is running.
Press button MENU to confirm.
by using a charging device.
Personal settings The following settings can be
The warning message will disappear Following the changing of personal selected by turning and pressing the
after the engine has been started settings is described via the buttons multifunction knob:
twice without a voltage drop. below the display. This is valid for Time and Date
If the vehicle battery cannot be 4.2'' as well as 8'' Colour-Info-Display.
recharged, have the cause of the fault Additionally the 8'' display is operable Sport Mode
remedied by a workshop. as a touchscreen and with the Language (Language)
touchpad between the front seats. Valet Mode
See description Colour-Info-Display
Radio
3 114 and the Infotainment system
manual. Vehicle
Bluetooth

Voice Sport Suspension: Damping selecting the necessary settings

Display becomes harder. and automatic air conditioning
All Wheel Drive: Engine torque is mode.
Rear Camera
distributed to a greater extent to the Auto Rear Demist: Activates
Return to Factory Settings rear axle. automatically the heated rear
Software Information window.
TouchPad Language (Language)
Collision / Detection Systems
Selection of the desired language.
In the corresponding submenus the See Infotainment system manual. Park Assist: Activates or
following settings can be changed: deactivates the ultrasonic parking
Valet Mode assist.
Time and Date
See Infotainment system manual. Auto Collision Preparation:
See Clock 3 87.
Activates or deactivates the
Radio automatic brake functionality of the
Sport Mode
See Infotainment system manual. vehicle in the event of imminent
The driver can select the functions
which will be activated in Sport mode collision danger. The following is
Vehicle selectable: the system will take
3 168. Climate and Air Quality over brake control, warn by chimes
Sport Mode Backlighting: Change Auto Fan Max Speed: Modifies the only or is deactivated completely.
of instrument illumination colour. level of the cabin airflow of the Go Notifier: Activates or
Engine Sport Performance: climate control in automatic mode. deactivates the reminder function
Accelerator pedal and gear change Air Conditioning Mode: Controls the of the adaptive cruise control.
characteristics become more state of the cooling compressor
responsive. Side Blind Zone Alert: Activates or
when the vehicle is started. Last deactivates side blind zone alert.
Sport Steering: Steering support is setting (recommended) or at
reduced. vehicle start is either always ON or Rear Cross Traffic Alert: Activates
always OFF. or deactivates rear cross traffic
alert.
Auto Demist: Supports windscreen
dehumidification by automatically

Comfort and Convenience Rainsense Wipers: Activates or off ignition. Activates or deactivates
Chime Volume: Changes the deactivates automatic wiping with the automatic door locking function
volume of warning chimes. rain sensor. after driving off.
Personalisation by Driver: Lighting Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Activates or deactivates the Exit Lighting: Activates or Remote Unlock Light Feedback:
personalisation function. deactivates and changes the Activates or deactivates the hazard
Auto Memory Recall: Activates or duration of exit lighting. warning flasher feedback whilst
deactivates the recall of memorised Vehicle Locator Lights: Activates or unlocking.
settings for power seat adjustment deactivates the welcome lighting. Remote Lock Feedback: Changes
and exterior mirrors. Adaptive Forward Lighting: what kind of feedback is given
Easy Exit Driver Seat: Activates or Activates or deactivates the when locking the vehicle.
deactivates easy exit function of the functions of the adaptive forward Remote Door Unlock: Changes the
power seat. lighting. configuration to unlock only the
Reverse Tilt Mirror: Activates or Left or Right Hand Traffic: Change driver's door or the whole vehicle
deactivates the parking assist between lighting for left or right whilst unlocking.
function of the exterior mirror on the hand traffic. Relock Remote Unlocked Doors:
passenger side. Power Door Locks Activates or deactivates the
Auto Mirror Folding: Activates or automatic relock function after
Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout: unlocking without opening the
deactivates folding of the exterior Activates or deactivates the
mirrors with the remote control. vehicle.
automatic driver's door locking
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear: function when the door is open. Passive Door Lock: Activates or
Activates or deactivates automatic deactivates the passive locking
Delayed Door Lock: Activates or function.
switching on of the rear window deactivates the delayed door
wiper when reverse gear is locking function. Remote Left in Vehicle Alert:
engaged. Activates or deactivates the
Auto Door Lock: Activates or warning tone when the electronic
deactivates the automatic door key remains in the vehicle.
unlocking function after switching

Bluetooth TouchPad
See Infotainment system manual. See Infotainment system manual.
Voice
See Infotainment system manual.
Display
Rear Camera
Guidance Lines: Activates or
deactivates the guiding lines.
Rear Park Assist Symbols: Activates
or deactivates the rear park assist
symbols.
Return to Factory Settings
Restore Vehicle Settings: Reset all
settings to the default settings.
Clear All Private Data: Delete all
private information from the vehicle.
Restore Radio Settings: Reset all
radio settings to the default settings.
Software Information

122 Lighting
Lighting Exterior lighting Turn light switch:

AUTO = automatic light control:
Light switch exterior lighting is switched
on and off automatically
Exterior lighting .......................... 122 Light switch with Automatic light depending on external
Interior lighting ........................... 130 control lighting conditions.
m = activation or deactivation
Lighting features ........................ 131
of the automatic light
control. Switch turns back
to AUTO.
8 = sidelights
9 = headlights
The current status of the automatic
light control is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre.
When switching on the ignition,
automatic light control is active.
Control indicator 8 3 105.
Tail lights
Tail lights are illuminated together
with low/high beam and sidelights.
Additional lights in the tailgate frame,
Sports Tourer/Country Tourer
Additional tail light assemblies,
consisting of tail lights and hazard
warning flasher lights, are located in

Lighting 123
the tailgate frame. They are Daytime running light 3 125. To switch from low to high beam,
illuminated when the tailgate is open. push lever.
Additional tail lights are only intended Automatic headlight activation To switch to low beam, push lever
as position lights when the tailgate is During poor lighting conditions again or pull.
open and are not to be used when headlights are switched on.
driving. Furthermore headlights are switched
on if the windscreen wipers have
High beam assist
Automatic light control been activated for several wipes. This feature allows the high beam to
function as the main driving light at
Tunnel detection night and when vehicle speed is
When a tunnel is entered headlights faster than 40 km/h.
are switched on without delay. It switches automatically to low beam
Adaptive forward lighting 3 125. when:
a sensor detects the lights of
oncoming or preceding vehicles
High beam
the vehicle speed is slower than
20 km/h
it is foggy or snowy
driving in urban areas
If there are no restrictions detected,
When the automatic light control the system switches back to high
function is switched on and the beam.
engine is running, the system
switches between daytime running
light and low/high beam automatically
depending on the lighting conditions
and information given by the rain
sensor system.

124 Lighting
Activation If a headlight flash is activated when Headlight range

the high beam is on, the high beam
assist will be deactivated. adjustment
If a headlight flash is activated when Manual headlight range
the high beam is off, the high beam
assist will remain activated. adjustment
The latest setting of the high beam
assist will be stored after the ignition
is switched on again.
Headlight flash
To activate the headlight flash, pull
lever.
The high beam assist is activated by
pushing the indicator lever twice with
a speed above 40 km/h.
The green control indicator l
illuminates continuously when the To adapt headlight range to the
assist is activated, the blue one 7 vehicle load to prevent dazzling: turn
illuminates when high beam is on. thumb wheel ? to required position.
Control indicator l 3 105. 0 = front seats occupied
1 = all seats occupied
Deactivation 2 = all seats occupied and load
Push indicator lever once. It is also compartment laden
deactivated when front fog lights are 3 = driver's seat occupied and load
switched on. compartment laden.

Lighting 125
Dynamic automatic headlight Select the relevant setting in Settings, lighting conditions and information
levelling 3 125. I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. given by the rain sensor system.
Colour-Info-Display 3 114. Automatic light control 3 123.
Headlights when driving Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
abroad Every time the ignition is switched on, Adaptive forward lighting
The asymmetrical headlight beam control indicator f flashes for approx. The Adaptive forward lighting
extends visibility at the edge of the 4 seconds as a reminder that right functions are only available with Bi-
road at the passenger side. hand drive traffic mode is selected. Xenon headlights. Light range, light
Change back to left hand drive traffic distribution and intensity of light are
However, when driving in countries variably triggered depending on the
where traffic drives on the opposite mode in the vehicle personalisation
menu as described above. f will not light conditions, weather and road
side of the road, adjust the headlights type.
to prevent dazzling of oncoming flash when left hand drive traffic mode
traffic. is selected. With the light switch in position
AUTO all lighting functions are
Control indicator f 3 106.
Vehicles with halogen headlight available.
system The following functions are available
Have the headlights adjusted by a
Daytime running lights also with light switch in position 9:
workshop. Daytime running light increases Dynamic curve lighting
visibility of the vehicle during daylight.
Corner lighting
Vehicles with Xenon headlight They are switched on automatically
Reversing function
system and Adaptive forward when ignition is on.
lighting system Dynamic automatic headlight
If the vehicle is equipped with
Headlights can be set to right hand or levelling
automatic light control function, the
left hand drive traffic mode in the system switches between daytime
vehicle personalisation menu in the running light and low/high beam
Colour-Info-Display. automatically depending on the

126 Lighting
Playstreet lighting Adverse weather lighting Corner lighting

Activated automatically at low speed Activated automatically up to a speed
up to approx. 30 km/h. The light beam of approx. 70 km/h, when the rain
is turned at an angle of 8 to the sensor recognizes condensation or
roadside. the wiper operates continuously. The
range, distribution and light intensity
Town lighting is regulated variably depending on
Activated automatically at a speed visibility.
range between approx. 40 and On tight bends or when turning off,
55 km/h and when street lights are Dynamic curve lighting depending on the steering angle or
detected by the light sensor. The light the turn signal light, an additional left
range is reduced by an extended light or right reflector is switched on which
distribution. illuminates the road at a right angle to
the direction of travel. It is activated
Country lighting up to a speed of 40 km/h.
Activated automatically at a speed Control indicator f 3 106.
range between approx. 55 and
115 km/h. The beam of light and the The light beam pivots based on Reversing function
brightness is different between the steering wheel angle and speed, If the headlights are on and reverse
left and the right side. improving lighting in curves. gear is engaged, both corner lights
Control indicator f 3 106. are switched on. They remain
Motorway lighting illuminated for 20 seconds after
Activated automatically at a speed disengaging reverse gear or until
above approx. 115 km/h and minimal driving faster than 7 km/h in a forward
steering movements. It switches on gear.
after a delay or immediately when the
vehicle is powerfully accelerated. The
light beam is longer and brighter.

Lighting 127
High Beam Assist Activation If a headlight flash is activated when

This feature allows the high beam to the high beam is on, the high beam
function as the main driving light at assist will be deactivated.
night and when vehicle speed is If a headlight flash is activated when
faster than 40 km/h. the high beam is off, the high beam
It switches automatically to low beam assist will remain activated.
when: The latest setting of the high beam
the camera in the windscreen assist will remain after the ignition is
detects the lights of oncoming or switched on again.
preceding vehicles
Dynamic automatic headlight
the vehicle speed is slower than
20 km/h
levelling
To prevent oncoming traffic from
it is foggy or snowy dazzle, headlight levelling is
The high beam assist is activated by
driving in urban areas pushing the indicator lever twice with automatically adjusted based on
If there are no restrictions detected, a speed above 40 km/h. inclination information measured by
the system switches back to high front and rear axle, acceleration or
The green control indicator l deceleration and vehicle speed.
beam. illuminates continuously when the
assist is activated, the blue one 7
illuminates when high beam is on.
Control indicator l 3 105.
Deactivation
Push indicator lever once. It is also
deactivated when front fog lights are
switched on.

128 Lighting
Fault in Adaptive forward In the event of an accident with airbag For three flashes, e.g. when changing
lighting system deployment the hazard warning lanes, press the lever until resistance
When the system detects a failure in flashers are activated automatically. is felt and then release.
the Adaptive forward lighting system, With a trailer connected, turn signal
the system moves to a preset position Turn and lane-change flashes six times when pressing the
to avoid dazzling of oncoming traffic. lever until resistance is felt and then
If this is not possible, the affected
signals releasing.
headlight will be automatically Move the lever to the resistance point
switched off. In any case, one and hold for longer indication.
headlight will stay on. A warning is
Switch the turn signal off manually by
displayed in the Driver Information
moving the lever to its original
Centre.
position.
Hazard warning flashers Front fog lights
lever up = right turn signal

lever down = left turn signal
If the lever is moved past the
resistance point, the turn signal is
switched on constantly. When the
steering wheel moves back, the turn
signal is automatically deactivated.
Operated with the button.
Operated with the > button.

Lighting 129
Light switch in position AUTO: Parking lights Reversing lights

switching on front fog lights will switch
headlights on automatically. The reversing light comes on when
the ignition is on and reverse gear is
selected.
Rear fog lights
Misted light covers
The inside of the light housing may
mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold
weather conditions, in heavy rain or
after washing. The mist disappears
quickly by itself; to help switch on the
headlights.
When the vehicle is parked, the

parking lights on one side can be
activated:
1. Switch off ignition.
Operated with the r button.
2. Move turn signal lever all the way
Light switch in position AUTO: up (right parking lights) or down
switching on rear fog light will switch (left parking lights).
headlights on automatically.
Confirmed by a signal and the
Light switch in position 8: rear fog corresponding turn signal control
light can only be switched on with indicator.
front fog lights.
The vehicle rear fog light is
deactivated when towing.

130 Lighting
Interior lighting On vehicles with light sensor, the

brightness can only be adjusted when
Operate rocker switch:
w = automatic switching on
the exterior lights are on and the light
Instrument panel sensor detects night conditions.
and off.
press u = on.
illumination control press v = off.
Interior lights
Rear courtesy lights
During entry and exit of the vehicle,
the front and rear courtesy lights Illuminate in conjunction with the front
automatically switch on and then off courtesy light depending on rocker
after a delay. switch position.
Note
In the event of an accident with Reading lights
airbag deployment the courtesy
lights are turned on automatically.
Front courtesy light
Brightness of the following lights can

be adjusted when the exterior lights
are on:
Instrument panel illumination
Info-Display
Dome light
Illuminated switches and operation
elements Operated with s and t buttons in
Turn thumb wheel A and hold until front and rear courtesy lights.
the desired brightness is obtained.

Lighting 131
Switch on reading lights by pressing

< on the cover.
Lighting features
Centre console lighting
Sunvisor lights Spotlight incorporated in the interior
Illuminates when the cover is opened. lighting comes on when headlights
are switched on.
Entry lighting
Welcome lighting
Headlights, tail lights, number plate
On vehicles with panoramaroof rear lights, instrument panel light, interior
interior lights are located near the rear lights and puddle lights are switched
handles. on for a short time by unlocking the
vehicle with the radio remote control.
This function works only in the dark
and facilitates locating the vehicle.
The lighting switches off immediately
when the ignition is switched on.
Starting off 3 17.
This function can be activated or
deactivated in the Vehicle
personalisation.

132 Lighting
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. Exit lighting is switched off

The settings can be saved for the key immediately if the turn signal lever is
being used 3 23. pulled while the driver's door is open.
The following lights will additionally This function can be activated or
switch on when the driver's door is deactivated in the Vehicle
opened: personalisation.
All switches Select the relevant setting in Settings,
Driver Information Centre
Door pocket lights
The settings can be saved for the key
Exit lighting being used 3 23.
Headlights, tail lights and number
The following lights switch on if the plate lights illuminate the surrounding
key is removed from the ignition area for an adjustable time after
switch: leaving the vehicle.
Battery discharge
Interior lights protection
Instrument panel light Switching on
Vehicle battery state of charge
Puddle lights 1. Switch off ignition. function
They will switch off automatically after 2. Remove ignition key. The function guarantees longest
a delay. This function works only in 3. Open driver's door. vehicle battery life via a generator
the dark. Theatre lighting is activated with controllable power output and
4. Pull turn signal lever.
if the driver's door is opened during optimised power distribution.
this time. 5. Close driver's door.
To prevent discharge of the vehicle
If the driver's door is not closed the battery when driving, the following
lights switch off after two minutes. systems are reduced automatically in
two stages and finally switched off:

Lighting 133
Auxiliary heater
Heated rear window and mirrors
Heated seats
Fan
In the second stage a message which
confirms the activation of the vehicle
battery discharge protection will be
Centre.
Switching off electric lights

To prevent discharge of the vehicle
battery when the ignition is switched
off, some interior lights are switched
off automatically after some time.

134 Climate control
Climate control Climate control systems Ventilated seats A 3 54.

Heated steering wheel * 3 83.
Air conditioning system
Temperature TEMP
Climate control systems ............. 134
Air vents ..................................... 145
Maintenance .............................. 146
Controller and buttons for the

following functions: Turn controller:
Temperature TEMP red = warm
Air distribution l M K blue = cold
Fan speed Z Heating will not be fully effective until
Cooling A/C the engine has reached normal
operating temperature.
Air recirculation 4
Demisting and defrosting V
Heated rear window 3 41.
Heated seats 3 53.

Climate control 135
Air distribution l M K Fan speed Z Cooling A/C
Press button: Adjust the air flow by turning the Press button A/C to switch on cooling.
l = to windscreen and front door controller Z to the desired speed. J Activation is indicated by the LED in
windows means fan off. the button. Cooling is only functional
M = to head area via adjustable air when the engine is running and
vents climate control fan is switched on.
K = to foot well Press button A/C again to switch off
cooling.
Combinations are possible.
The air conditioning system cools and
Setting is indicated by the LED in the dehumidifies (dries) cabin air as
button. required. Therefore condensation
may form and is drained under the
vehicle.

136 Climate control
If no cooling or drying is required, Switch on heated rear window . Air recirculation system 4
switch off the cooling system for fuel Open side air vents as required and Press button 4 to activate air
saving reasons. Activated cooling direct them towards the door recirculation mode. Activation is
might inhibit Autostops. windows. indicated by the LED in the button.
Stop-start system 3 153. Select air recirculation to assist in
Note
If the V button is pressed while the cooling the interior or in blocking
Demisting and defrosting the engine is running, an Autostop will outside odors or exhaust. When
windows V be inhibited until the V button is recirculation is selected, a partial
pressed again. ventilation to refresh the interior air
will occur every 10 minutes.
If the V button is pressed while the
engine is in an Autostop, the engine Press button 4 again to deactivate
will restart automatically. recirculation mode.
Stop-start system 3 153. In warm and very humid ambient air
conditions, the windscreen might mist
Maximum cooling up from outside, when cold air is
Briefly open the windows so that hot directed to it. If windscreen mists up
air can disperse quickly. from outside, activate windscreen
wiper and deactivate l.
Switch on cooling A/C.
Air distribution to l: Air recirculation
Press button M for air distribution. is deactivated.
Press button V: fan automatically Set temperature controller TEMP to
switches to higher speed, the air coldest level.
distribution is directed towards the
Automatic climate control
Set fan speed controller Z to
windscreen. highest level. system
Set temperature controller TEMP to Open all vents. In Automatic mode temperature, fan
warmest level. speed and air distribution are
regulated automatically.

Climate control 137
Heated steering wheel * 3 83. Automatic mode AUTO

Indication
Controller and buttons for the

following functions:
Basic setting for maximum comfort:
Temperature TEMP
Press AUTO, the air distribution
Air distribution l M K Settings of temperature and fan
and fan speed are regulated
Fan speed Z speed are indicated in the climate
automatically. Activation is
display.
Automatic mode AUTO indicated by the LED in the button.
Each change of settings is shown in
Cooling A/C Press A/C to switch on optimal
the Info-Display for a few seconds.
cooling and demisting. Activation is
Air recirculation 4 The electronic climate control system indicated by the LED in the button.
Demisting and defrosting V is only fully operational when the
Set temperature by turning
System ON/OFF X engine is running.
controller TEMP. Suggested
Heated rear window 3 41. Climate control system settings are comfort setting is 22 C.
saved in the key used to lock the
Heated front seats 3 53. Open all air vents to allow
vehicle.
optimised air distribution in
Ventilated front seats A 3 54. automatic mode.

138 Climate control
Setting of fan speed regulation in If the minimum temperature Lo is set, Press button V. Activation is
automatic mode can be changed in the climate control system runs at indicated by the LED in the button.
the vehicle personalisation menu in maximum cooling, if cooling A/C is Temperature and air distribution
the Colour-Info-Display. switched on. are set automatically and the fan
Select the relevant setting in Settings, If the maximum temperature Hi is set, runs at high speed.
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. the climate control system runs at Switch on heated rear window .
Colour-Info-Display 3 114. maximum heating.
To return to previous mode: press
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. Note button V. To return to automatic
If AC is switched on, reducing the set mode: press button AUTO.
Temperature preselection cabin temperature can cause the
Setting of automatic rear window
TEMP engine to restart from an Autostop or
heating can be changed in the vehicle
inhibit an Autostop.
personalisation menu in the Colour-
Demisting and defrosting the Info-Display.
windows V Select the relevant setting in Settings,
Note
engine is running, an Autostop will
be inhibited until the V button is
pressed again.
Set temperature by turning controller If the V button is pressed while the
TEMP to the desired value. engine is in an Autostop, the engine
will restart automatically.
Selected temperature is indicated in
the climate display. Stop-start system 3 153.

Climate control 139
Manual settings To return to automatic mode: Press Cooling A/C

Climate control system settings can AUTO button.
be manually adapted by using the air
distribution buttons and the fan speed Air distribution l, M, K
controller as follows. Manual
changing of settings will deactivate
the automatic mode.
Fan speed Z
Press button A/C to switch on cooling.

Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button. Cooling is only functional
Press appropriate button for desired when the engine is running and
adjustment. Activation is indicated by climate control fan is switched on.
the LED in the button.
Press button A/C again to switch off
l = to windscreen and front door cooling.
windows.
Turn controller Z. The selected fan M = to head area via adjustable air The air conditioning system cools and
speed is indicated by the number of vents. dehumidifies (dries) cabin air as
segments in the climate display. K = to foot well. required. Therefore condensation
may form and is drained under the
If the fan is switched off, the air Combinations are possible. vehicle.
conditioning is also deactivated.
Return to automatic air distribution:
press button AUTO.

140 Climate control
If no cooling or drying is required, Press button 4 to activate air Dual automatic climate
switch off the cooling system for fuel recirculation mode. Activation is
saving reasons. indicated by the LED in the button. control system
Select air recirculation to assist in The dual automatic climate control
System ON/OFF X cooling the interior or in blocking allows different climatisation
Cooling, fan and automatic mode can outside odors or exhaust. When temperatures for driver and front
be switched off by pressing button X. recirculation is selected, a partial passenger side.
When the system is deactivated, the ventilation to refresh the interior air In Automatic mode temperature, fan
LED in the button X is off. will occur every 10 minutes. speed and air distribution are
Activation by pressing button X or Press button 4 again to deactivate regulated automatically.
cooling button A/C or automatic mode recirculation mode.
button AUTO. Activation is indicated In warm and very humid ambient air
by the LED in the button. conditions, the windscreen might mist
up from outside, when cold air is
Manual air recirculation 4 directed to it. If windscreen mists up
from outside, activate windscreen
wiper and deactivate l.
Basic settings
Some basic settings can be changed
in the vehicle personalisation menu in
the Colour-Info-Display.
Select the relevant settings in Panels and buttons for the following
Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-Info- functions:
Display.
Temperature RS
Air distribution l M K
Fan speed RZS

Climate control 141
Automatic mode AUTO Temperature settings are indicated Basic setting for maximum comfort:
Cooling A/C for driver and passenger side Press AUTO, the air distribution
separately on the panels. and fan speed are regulated
Air recirculation 4
Each change of settings is shown in automatically. Activation is
Demisting and defrosting V the Info-Display for a few seconds. indicated by the LED in the button.
System ON/OFF X The dual automatic climate control Press A/C to switch on optimal
Dual zone temperature system is only fully operational when cooling and demisting. Activation is
synchronisation SYNC the engine is running. indicated by the LED in the button.
Heated rear window 3 41. Climate control system settings are Set temperature by touching R or
Heated front seats 3 53. saved in the key used to lock the S on the driver side. Suggested
vehicle. comfort setting is 22 C.
Ventilated front seats A 3 54. Temperature can be set differently
Heated steering wheel * 3 83. Automatic mode AUTO for driver and passenger. Touch R
or S on the passenger side to allow
Indication different temperature zones.
Open all air vents to allow
optimised air distribution in
automatic mode.
Setting of fan speed regulation in
automatic mode can be changed in
the vehicle personalisation menu in
I Vehicle, in the Colour-Info-Display.

142 Climate control
Temperature preselection SR If the minimum temperature Lo is set, Demisting and defrosting the
the climate control system runs at windows V
maximum cooling, if cooling A/C is
switched on.
If the maximum temperature Hi is set,
the climate control system runs at
maximum heating.
Note
If AC is switched on, reducing the set
cabin temperature can cause the
engine to restart from an Autostop or
inhibit an Autostop.
Dual zone temperature
Set desired temperature by touching synchronisation SYNC
R for higher temperatures or S for Press SYNC to link passenger side Press button V. Activation is
lower temperatures. temperature setting to the driver side. indicated by the LED in the button.
Selected temperature is indicated in Activation is indicated by the LED in Temperature and air distribution
the panels. Using driver's side panel the button. are set automatically and the fan
changes temperatures for both sides When passenger side settings will be runs at high speed.
(when SYNC is selected), while using adjusted, the LED extinguishes. Switch on heated rear window .
the passenger side panel changes
only the passenger side temperature To return to previous mode: press
and turns off SYNC, (if selected button V. To return to automatic
before). mode: press button AUTO.

Climate control 143
Setting of automatic rear window Fan speed SZR Air distribution l, M, K

heating based on cool outside
temperatures can be changed in the
Colour-Info-Display.
Note
engine is running, an Autostop will
be inhibited until the V button is
pressed again. Touch ZS or R. The selected fan Press appropriate button for desired
speed is indicated in the Info-Display adjustment. Activation is indicated by
If the V button is pressed while the the LED in the button.
for a short time.
engine is in an Autostop, the engine
will restart automatically. If the fan is switched off, the air l = to windscreen and front door
conditioning is also deactivated. windows.
Stop-start system 3 153. M = to head area via adjustable air
To return to automatic mode: Press
AUTO button. vents.
Manual settings K = to foot well.
Climate control system settings can
be manually adapted by using the air Combinations are possible.
distribution buttons and the fan speed Return to automatic air distribution:
controller as follows. Manual press button AUTO.
changing of settings will deactivate
the automatic mode.

144 Climate control
Cooling A/C If no cooling or drying is required, Press button 4 to activate air

switch off the cooling system for fuel recirculation mode. Activation is
saving reasons. indicated by the LED in the button.
Select air recirculation to assist in
System ON/OFF X cooling the interior or in blocking
Cooling, fan and automatic mode can outside odors or exhaust. When
be switched off by pressing button X. recirculation is selected, a partial
When the system is deactivated, the ventilation to refresh the interior air
LED in the button X is off. will occur every 10 minutes.
Activation by pressing button X or Press button 4 again to deactivate
cooling button A/C or automatic mode recirculation mode.
button AUTO. Activation is indicated In warm and very humid ambient air
by the LED in the button. conditions, the windscreen might mist
Press button A/C to switch on cooling. up from outside, when cold air is
Manual air recirculation 4 directed to it. If windscreen mists up
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button. Cooling is only functional from outside, activate windscreen
when the engine is running and wiper and deactivate l.
climate control fan is switched on.
Automatic air recirculation
Press button A/C again to switch off An air humidity sensor switches
cooling. automatically to external air if internal
The air conditioning system cools and air humidity is too high.
dehumidifies (dries) cabin air as
required. Therefore condensation Basic settings
may form and is drained under the Some basic settings can be changed
vehicle. in the vehicle personalisation menu in

Climate control 145
Select the relevant settings in

Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-
Air vents
Display.
Adjustable air vents
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. Front air vents
Auxiliary heater
Air heater
Quickheat is an electric auxiliary air
heater which automatically warms up
the passenger compartment more Direct the flow of air by tilting and
quickly. swivelling the slats.
To open the vent, turn the adjuster

wheel to B. Adjust the air amount at the
vent outlet by turning the adjuster
wheel.
To close the vent, turn the adjuster

wheel to 7.

146 Climate control
Rear air vents Fixed air vents Maintenance

Additional air vents are located
beneath the windscreen and door Air intake
windows and in the foot wells.
Air vents for rear passenger are in the

centre console between the front
seats.
The air intake in front of the
windscreen in the engine
9 Warning
compartment must be kept clear to
Do not attach any objects to the allow air intake. Remove any leaves,
slats of the air vents. Risk of dirt or snow.
damage and injury in case of an
accident. Pollen filter
Cabin air filtration
A particle filter cleans the cabin air
from dust, soot, pollen and spores.

Climate control 147
Active carbon filter Cleaning of condenser and

In addition to the particle filter, the evaporator drainage
active carbon filter reduces odours. Performance check
Filter replacement must be carried out
during a regular service.
Air conditioning regular

operation
In order to ensure continuously
efficient performance, it is
recommended that air coditioning
should be operated for a few minutes
once a month, irrespective of the
weather and time of year.
Service
For optimal cooling performance, it is
recommended to annually check the
climate control system, starting
three years after initial vehicle
registration, including:
Functionality and pressure test
Heating functionality
Leakage check
Check of drive belts

148 Driving and operating
Driving and operating Driving hints Steering

If power steering assist is lost
Control of the vehicle because the engine stops or due to a
system malfunction, the vehicle can
Driving hints ............................... 148 Never coast with engine not be steered but may require increased
Starting and operating ............... 149 running (except during effort.
Engine exhaust .......................... 156 Autostop) Control indicator c 3 103.
Automatic transmission .............. 157 Many systems will not function in this
Manual transmission .................. 162 situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power Caution
steering). Driving in this manner is a
Drive systems ............................ 163 danger to yourself and others. All Vehicles equipped with hydraulic
Brakes ........................................ 163 systems function during an Autostop, power steering:
Ride control systems ................. 166 but there will be a controlled reduction
If the steering wheel is turned until
in power steering assist and vehicle
Driver assistance systems ......... 171 it reaches the end of its travel, and
speed is reduced.
Fuel ............................................ 202 is held in that position for more
Stop-start system 3 153. than 15 seconds, damage may
Trailer hitch ................................ 209 occur to the power steering
Pedals system and there may be loss of
To ensure the pedal travel is power steering assist.
uninhibited, there must be no mats in
the area of the pedals.

Driving and operating 149
Starting and operating Steering wheel lock

Remove key from the ignition switch
New vehicle running-in and turn steering wheel until it
engages.
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for
the first few journeys.
During the first drive, smoke may Power button
occur because of wax and oil
evaporating off the exhaust system.
Park the vehicle in the open for a
while after the first drive and avoid
inhaling the fumes.
During the running-in period fuel and 0 = Ignition off: some functions
engine oil consumption may be remain active until key is
higher and the cleaning process of removed or driver's door is
the diesel particle filter may take opened, if ignition was on
place more often. previously.
Diesel particle filter 3 156. 1 = Accessory power mode:
Steering wheel lock released,
some electrical functions are
Ignition switch positions operable, ignition is off.
Electronic key must be inside the
vehicle.
Turn key: 2 = Ignition on power mode: Ignition
Accessory power mode: press
is on, diesel engine is
Engine Start/Stop button once
preheating. Control indicators
without operating clutch or brake
light up and the most electrical
pedal. The yellow LED in the button
functions are operable.
illuminates. Steering wheel lock is
3 = Engine start. Release key after
released and some electrical
starting procedure begins.
functions are operable, ignition is off.

Ignition on power mode: press and To release steering wheel lock, open
hold Engine Start/Stop button for and close driver's door and switch on
6 seconds without operating clutch or accessory mode or start the engine
brake pedal. The green LED in the directly.
button illuminates, diesel engine is
preheating. Control indicators light up 9 Warning
and the most electrical functions are
operable. If the vehicle battery is discharged,
Engine start: operate clutch pedal the vehicle must not be towed,
(manual transmission) or brake pedal tow-started or jump-started as the
(automatic transmission) and press steering wheel lock cannot be
Engine Start/Stop button once more. disengaged.
Release button after starting Open the centre console storage area
procedure begins. Emergency operation on by lifting up the armrest. Place the
Ignition off: press Engine Start/Stop vehicles with electronic key electronic key in the transmitter
button briefly in each mode or when system pocket. Depress the clutch pedal
engine is running. Some functions If either the electronic key fails or the (manual transmission) or the brake
remain active until driver's door is battery of the electronic key is weak, pedal (automatic transmission) and
opened, if ignition was on before. the Driver Information Centre may press the Engine Start/Stop button.
display No Remote Detected or To switch off the engine, press the
Steering wheel lock Replace Battery in Remote Key when Engine Start/Stop button again.
The steering wheel lock activates you try to start the vehicle. Remove the electronic key from the
automatically when: transmitter pocket.
the vehicle is stationary and This option is intended for
the ignition has been switched off emergencies only. Replace the
and electronic key battery as soon as
the driver's door is opened. possible 3 22.

For unlocking or locking the doors see Starting the engine Turn key briefly to position 3 and
fault in radio remote control unit or release: an automatic procedure
electronic key system 3 23. Vehicles with ignition switch operates the starter with a short delay
until the engine is running, see
Automatic Starter Control.
Retained power off
Before restarting or to switch off the
The following electronic systems can engine, turn key back to position 0.
work until the driver's door is opened
or for 10 minutes after the ignition is During an Autostop, the engine can
switched off: be started by depressing the clutch
pedal 3 153.
Power windows
Sunroof Vehicles with power button
Power outlets
Power to the Infotainment system will
continue to operate for 30 minutes
when ignition is off, regardless of Manual transmission: operate clutch
whether any door will be opened. and brake pedal.
Automatic transmission: operate
brake pedal and move selector lever
to P or N.
Do not operate accelerator pedal.
Diesel engine: turn the key to position
2 for preheating until control
indicator ! extinguishes. Manual transmission: operate clutch
and brake pedal.

Automatic transmission: operate Starting the vehicle at low Possible reasons for a non-starting
brake pedal and move selector lever temperatures engine:
to P or N. Starting the engine without additional Clutch pedal not operated (manual
Do not operate accelerator pedal. heaters is possible down to -25 for transmission)
Press and release Engine Start/Stop diesel engines and -30 C for petrol Brake pedal not operated or
button: an automatic procedure engines. Required is an engine oil selector lever not in P or N
operates the starter with a short delay with the correct viscosity, the correct (automatic transmission)
until the engine is running, see fuel, performed services and a
Timeout occurred
Automatic Starter Control. sufficiently charged vehicle battery.
With temperatures below -30 C the Turbo engine warm-up
Before restarting or to switch off the
automatic transmission requires a
engine, press Engine Start/Stop Upon start-up, engine available
warming phase of approx. 5 minutes.
button once more. torque may be limited for a short time,
The selector lever must be in position
During an Autostop, the engine can especially when the engine
P.
be started by depressing the clutch temperature is cold. The limitation is
pedal 3 153. Automatic Starter Control to allow the lubrication system to fully
protect the engine.
This function controls the engine
starting procedure. The driver does
not have to hold the key in position 3 Overrun cut-off
or to hold Engine Start/Stop button The fuel supply is automatically cut off
pressed. Once applied, the system during overrun, i.e. when the vehicle
will go on starting automatically until is driven with a gear engaged but
the engine is running. Because of the accelerator is released.
checking procedure, the engine starts
running after a short delay.

Stop-start system Deactivation

The stop-start system helps to save
fuel and to reduce the exhaust
emissions. When conditions allow, it
switches off the engine as soon as the
vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in a
traffic jam. It starts the engine
automatically as soon as the clutch is
depressed. A battery sensor ensures
that an Autostop is only performed if
the vehicle battery is sufficiently
charged for a restart. An Autostop is indicated by the
needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
Activation Deactivate the stop-start system the tachometer. On some versions a
The stop-start system is available as manually by pressing the eco button. control indicator in the instrument
soon as the engine is started, the The deactivation is indicated when cluster lights up when engine is in
vehicle starts-off and the conditions the LED in the button extinguishes. Autostop.
as stated below in this section are
fulfilled. Autostop
If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill, activate an Autostop as
follows:
Depress the clutch pedal
set the lever to neutral
release the clutch pedal During an Autostop, the heating and
brake performance will be
The engine will be switched off while maintained.
the ignition stays on.

the self-cleaning function of the saving mode. The fan speed of the
Caution diesel particle filter is not active climate control system is reduced to
the vehicle was driven at least at save power.
The steering assist can be
reduced during an Autostop. walking speed since the last
Autostop Restart of the engine by the
Otherwise an Autostop will be
driver
Conditions for an Autostop
inhibited. Depress the clutch pedal to restart the
The stop-start system checks if each
engine.
of the following conditions is fulfilled. Certain settings of the climate control
system may inhibit an Autostop. See The engine start is indicated by the
The stop-start system is not
Climate control chapter for more needle at the idle speed position in
manually deactivated
details 3 134. the tachometer.
the bonnet is fully closed
Immediately after motorway driving If the selector lever is shifted out of
the driver's door is closed or the neutral before depressing the clutch
driver's seat belt is fastened an Autostop may be inhibited.
first, control indicator - illuminates
the vehicle battery is sufficiently New vehicle running-in 3 149. or is shown as a symbol in the Driver
charged and in good condition Information Centre.
Vehicle battery discharge protection
the engine is warmed up To ensure reliable engine restarts, Control indicator - 3 102.
the engine coolant temperature is several battery discharge protection
not too high features are implemented as part of Restart of the engine by the
the stop-start system. stop-start system
the engine exhaust temperature is
not too high, e.g. after driving with The selector lever must be in neutral
Power saving measures to enable an automatic restart.
high engine load
During an Autostop, several electrical If one of the following conditions
the ambient temperature is above features such as auxiliary electric
-5 C occurs during an Autostop, the
heater or rear window heating are engine will be restarted automatically
the climate control system allows disabled or switched to a power by the stop-start system:
an Autostop
the brake vacuum is sufficient

The stop-start system is manually Parking off the ignition. Turn the front
deactivated wheels towards the kerb.
Do not park the vehicle on an easily
the bonnet is opened ignitable surface. The high Lock the vehicle and activate the
the driver's seat belt is unfastened temperature of the exhaust system anti-theft alarm system.
and the driver's door is opened could ignite the surface. Note
the engine temperature is too low Always apply parking brake. In the event of an accident with
the charging level of the vehicle airbag deployment, the engine is
Pull electric parking brake switch
battery is below a defined level turned off automatically if the vehicle
m for approx. one second.
comes to a standstill within a certain
the brake vacuum is not sufficient Apply manual parking brake time.
the vehicle is driven at least at without pressing release button.
walking speed Apply as firmly as possible on
downhill or uphill slopes. Depress
the climate control system requests
the foot brake at the same time to
an engine start
reduce operating force.
the air conditioning is manually
Switch off the engine and ignition.
switched on
Turn the steering wheel until the
If the bonnet is not fully closed, a steering wheel lock engages.
warning message is displayed in the
If the vehicle is on a level surface or
Driver Information Centre.
uphill slope, engage first gear or set
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a the selector lever to P before
portable CD player, is connected to switching off the ignition. On an
the power outlet, a brief power drop uphill slope, turn the front wheels
during the restart might be noticeable. away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,
engage reverse gear or set the
selector lever to P before switching

Engine exhaust take up to 25 minutes. Typically it

needs between 7 and 12 minutes.
% flashes and a warning chime
sounds several times when diesel
Autostop is not available and fuel particle filter has reached the
9 Danger consumption may be higher during maximum filling level. Start cleaning
this period. The emission of smells process immediately to avoid
Engine exhaust gases contain and smoke during this process is damage to the engine.
poisonous carbon monoxide, normal.
which is colourless and odourless Cleaning process
and could be fatal if inhaled. To activate cleaning process,
continue driving, keep engine speed
If exhaust gases enter the interior
above 2000 revolutions per minute.
of the vehicle, open the windows.
Shift down if necessary. Diesel
particle filter cleaning is then started.
rectified by a workshop.
If additionally a message appears in
Avoid driving with an open load Under certain driving conditions, e.g. the Driver Information Centre that
compartment, otherwise exhaust short distances, the system cannot cleaning is not possible, seek the
gases could enter the vehicle. clean itself automatically. assistance of a workshop.
If the cleaning of the filter is required
Diesel particle filter and if previous driving conditions did Caution
The diesel particle filter system filters not enable automatic cleaning, it will
harmful soot particles out of the be indicated by control indicator %. If the cleaning process is
exhaust gases. The system includes Simultaneously Diesel partic. filter is interrupted, there is a risk of
a self-cleaning function that runs full continue driving appears in the provoking severe engine damage.
automatically during driving without Driver Information Centre.
any notification. The filter is cleaned % illuminates when diesel particle Cleaning takes place quickest at high
by periodically burning off the soot filter is full. Start cleaning process as engine speeds and loads.
particles at high temperature. This soon as possible.
process takes place automatically
under set driving conditions and may

The control indicator % extinguishes

as soon as the self-cleaning
can be continued for a short period,
keeping vehicle speed and engine
Automatic transmission
operation is complete. speed low.
The automatic transmission permits
automatic gearshifting (automatic
Catalytic converter mode) or manual gearshifting
The catalytic converter reduces the (manual mode).
amount of harmful substances in the Manual shifting is possible in manual
exhaust gases. mode by tapping the selector lever or
pulling the steering wheel paddles
Caution 3 159.
Fuel grades other than those listed Transmission display

on pages 3 202, 3 269 could
damage the catalytic converter or
electronic components.
Unburnt petrol will overheat and
damage the catalytic converter.
Therefore avoid excessive use of
the starter, running the fuel tank
dry and starting the engine by
pushing or towing.
In the event of misfiring, uneven

engine running, a reduction in engine
performance or other unusual
problems, have the cause of the fault
rectified by a workshop as soon as
possible. In an emergency, driving

The driving programme in automatic < = manual mode upshifting: move To engage P or R, press the release
mode or the selected gear in manual selector lever to position D to button.
mode is indicated in the Driver the left and tap forwards The engine can only be started with
Information Centre. ] = manual mode downshifting: lever in position P or N. When position
move selector lever to position N is selected, press brake pedal or
D to the left and tap backwards
Selector lever apply parking brake before starting.
The selector lever is locked in P and Do not accelerate while engaging a
can only be moved when the ignition gear. Never depress the accelerator
is on and the brake pedal is applied. pedal and brake pedal at the same
time.
When a gear is engaged, the vehicle
slowly begins to creep when the
brake is released.
Engine braking
To utilise the engine braking effect,
select a lower gear in good time when
driving downhill, see manual mode.
P = park position, wheels are Rocking the vehicle
locked, engage only when the Rocking the vehicle is only
vehicle is stationary and the permissible if the vehicle is stuck in
parking brake is applied Without applied brake pedal the sand, mud or snow. Move the selector
R = reverse gear, engage only control indicator j illuminates. lever between D and R in a repeat
when vehicle is stationary pattern. Do not race the engine and
N = neutral If the selector lever is not in P when
the ignition is switched off, control avoid sudden acceleration.
D = automatic mode with all gears
indicator j and P will flash.

Parking Tap selector lever left = pull briefly to shift one

Apply the parking brake and engage forwards = shift to a higher gear paddle ] gear down, multiple
P. pulls allows gears to
backwards = shift to a lower gear. be skipped.
The ignition key can only be removed
when the selector lever is in position The selected gear is indicated in the The selected gear is indicated in the
P. instrument cluster. instrument cluster.
Steering wheel paddles Temporary manual mode in drive

Manual mode mode D
Manual paddle shifting is also
Selector lever possible in automatic mode D. Upon
completion of manual shifting
operation, transmission changes to
automatic mode D after a defined
time.
To interrupt manual mode:
press < paddle for 1 second, or
move selector lever towards the left
to manual mode and back to
position D.
Move selector lever out of position D If the vehicle is at a standstill and
towards the left to select manual engine is idling, the transmission will
mode. remain in temporary manual mode. It
Move selector lever out of position D changes to automatic mode when
Pull steering wheel paddles to select
towards the left to select manual accelerator pedal is operated for a
gears manually
mode. defined time and no paddle shifting at
right = pull briefly to shift the steering wheel is performed.
paddle < one gear up

General Special programmes automatically The transmission no longer shifts

If a higher gear is selected when adapt the shifting points when automatically. Continued travel is
vehicle speed is too low, or a lower driving up inclines or down hills. possible with manual shifting.
gear when vehicle speed is too high, When starting off in snowy or icy Only the highest gear is available.
the shift is not executed. This can conditions or on other slippery Depending on the fault, 2nd gear may
cause a message in the Driver surfaces, the electronic also be available in manual mode.
Information Centre. transmission control selects a Shift only when vehicle is stationary.
In manual mode no automatic shifting higher gear automatically. Have the cause of the fault remedied
to a higher gear takes place at high by a workshop.
engine revolutions. Kickdown
If the accelerator pedal is pressed
down completely in automatic mode, Interruption of power
Electronic driving the transmission shifts to a lower gear supply
programmes depending on engine speed.
In the event of an interruption of
Following a cold start, the operating power supply, the selector lever
temperature programme increases
Overheat protection
cannot be moved out of the P
engine speed to quickly bring the In the event of transmission- position. The ignition key cannot be
catalytic converter to the required overheating due to high outside removed from the ignition switch.
temperature. temperatures or sporty driving style,
the torque and the maximum speed of If the vehicle battery is discharged,
The automatic neutral shift function the engine can be temporarily start the vehicle using jump leads
automatically shifts to idling when reduced. 3 252.
the vehicle is stopped with a If the vehicle battery is not the cause
forward gear engaged and the of the fault, release the selector lever
brake pedal is pressed. Fault and remove the ignition key from the
When SPORT mode is engaged, In the event of a fault a vehicle ignition switch.
the vehicle shifts at higher engine message is displayed in the Driver
speeds (unless cruise control is Information Centre. Vehicle
on). SPORT mode 3 168. messages 3 116.

Release selector lever 4. Insert it into the opening as far as

it will go and move the selector
1. Apply parking brake. lever out of P or N. If P or N is
engaged again, the selector lever
will be locked in position again.
Have the cause of the power
supply interruption remedied by a
workshop.
5. Mount the selector lever trim on
the centre console and refit.
Remove ignition key from

3. Take the special tool from the ignition switch
inside of the glovebox cover.
1. Take the special tool from the
inside of the glovebox cover.
2. Release selector lever trim from
centre console at rear, fold
upwards and rotate to the left.

2. Insert the special tool into the

opening below the ignition switch
Manual transmission Caution
as far as it will go and swivel it
slightly. It is not advisable to drive with the
hand resting on the selector lever.
To engage reverse, with the vehicle

3. Turn special tool to the front and stationary press the release button on
remove key from the ignition the selector lever and engage the
switch. Several attempts may be gear.
required to successfully remove If the gear does not engage, set the
the key. lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.
Do not grind the clutch unnecessarily.
When operating, depress the clutch
pedal completely. Do not use the
pedal as a foot rest.

Drive systems Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure

as soon as a wheel shows a tendency
to lock. The vehicle remains
All-wheel drive The brake system comprises two
steerable, even during hard braking.
The All-wheel drive system enhances independent brake circuits.
ABS control is made apparent
driving characteristics and stability, If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can
through a pulse in the brake pedal
and helps to achieve the best still be braked using the other brake
and the noise of the regulation
possible driveability regardless of circuit. However, braking effect is
process.
ground surface. The system is always achieved only when the brake pedal
active and cannot be deactivated. is depressed firmly. Considerably For optimum braking, keep the brake
more force is needed for this. The pedal fully depressed throughout the
The torque is distributed steplessly braking process, despite the fact that
between the wheels of the front and braking distance is extended. Seek
the assistance of a workshop before the pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce
rear axle, depending on the driving the pressure on the pedal.
conditions. Additionally the torque continuing your journey.
between the rear wheels is distributed When the engine is not running, the After starting off, the system performs
depending on the surface. support of the brake servo unit a self-test which may be audible.
For optimum system performance, disappears once the brake pedal has
the vehicle's tyres should not have been depressed once or twice.
varying degrees of wear. Braking effect is not reduced, but
braking requires significantly greater
If a service message is displayed in force. It is especially important to bear
the Driver Information Centre, the this in mind when being towed.
system may have limited functionality
(or be completely disabled in some Control indicator R 3 102.
Control indicator u 3 103.
cases, i.e. the vehicle switches to
Front-wheel drive). Seek the Antilock brake system Adaptive brake light
assistance of a workshop. During full braking, all three brake
Antilock brake system (ABS)
Towing the vehicle 3 254. prevents the wheels from locking. lights flash for the duration of ABS
control.

Fault Parking brake Electric parking brake
9 Warning Manual parking brake

If there is a fault in the ABS, the
wheels may be liable to lock due
to braking that is heavier than
normal. The advantages of ABS
are no longer available. During
hard braking, the vehicle can no
longer be steered and may
swerve.
Have the cause of the fault remedied

by a workshop. Applying when vehicle is stationary
Pull switch m for approx.
Always apply parking brake firmly one second, the electric parking
without operating the release button, brake operates automatically with an
and apply as firmly as possible on a adequate force. For maximum force,
downhill or uphill slope. e.g. parking with trailer or on inclines,
To release the parking brake, pull the pull switch m twice.
lever up slightly, press the release The electric parking brake is applied
button and fully lower the lever. when control indicator m lights up
To reduce the operating forces of the 3 102.
parking brake, depress the foot brake The electric parking brake can always
at the same time. be activated, even if the ignition is off.
Control indicator R 3 102.

Do not operate electric parking brake Dynamic braking when vehicle is Fault
system too often without engine moving Failure mode of electric parking brake
running as this will discharge the When the vehicle is moving and the is indicated by a control indicator j
vehicle battery. switch m is kept pulled, the electric and by a vehicle message which is
Before leaving the vehicle, check the parking brake system will decelerate displayed in the Driver Information
electric parking brake status. Control the vehicle, but will not apply Centre. Vehicle messages 3 116.
indicator m 3 102. statically. Apply electric parking brake: pull and
As soon as the switch m is released, hold the switch m for more than
Releasing dynamic braking will be stopped. 5 seconds. If control indicator m
Switch on ignition. Keep foot brake illuminates, electric parking brake is
pedal depressed and then push Automatic applying applied.
switch m. If the vehicle is equipped with
Release electric parking brake: push
Automatic transmission and Adaptive
Drive away function and hold the switch m for more than
cruise control is active, electric
Depressing clutch pedal (manual 2 seconds. If control indicator m
parking brake is applied automatically
transmission) or engaging drive gear when vehicle is stopped by the extinguishes, electric parking brake is
(automatic transmission) and then system for more than 2 minutes. released.
depressing the accelerator pedal Control indicator m flashes: electric
Parking brake releases automatically
releases the electric parking brake parking brake is not fully applied or
after moving off.
automatically. This is not possible released. When continuously
when the switch is pulled at the same Functionality check flashing, release electric parking
time. When the vehicle is not moving, the brake and retry applying.
This function also helps driving away electric parking brake might be
on inclines. applied automatically. This is done to Brake assist
Aggressive drive away may reduce check the system.
If brake pedal is depressed quickly
life time of wear parts. and forcefully, maximum brake force
is automatically applied.

Operation of brake assist might

become apparent by a pulse in the
Ride control systems 9 Warning
brake pedal and a greater resistance
when depressing the brake pedal.
Traction Control system Do not let this special safety
The Traction Control system (TC) is a feature tempt you into taking risks
Maintain steady pressure on the when driving.
brake pedal as long as full braking is component of the Electronic Stability
required. Maximum brake force is Control. Adapt speed to the road
automatically reduced when brake TC improves driving stability when conditions.
pedal is released. necessary, regardless of the type of
road surface or tyre grip, by Control indicator b 3 104.
preventing the drive wheels from
Hill start assist spinning. Deactivation
The system helps prevent unintended As soon as the drive wheels starts to
movement when driving away on spin, engine output is reduced and
inclines. the wheel spinning the most is braked
When releasing the foot brake after individually. This considerably
stopping on an incline, brakes remain improves the driving stability of the
on for further two seconds. Brakes vehicle on slippery road surfaces.
release automatically as soon as the TC is operational as soon as the
vehicle begins to accelerate. control indicator b extinguishes.
The hill start assist is not active during
an Autostop.
TC can be switched off when spinning

of drive wheels is required:
When TC operates b flashes.

press button b briefly to deactivate As soon as the vehicle starts to Deactivation

TC, k illuminates. Deactivation is swerve (understeer/oversteer),
displayed as status message in the engine output is reduced and the
Driver Information Centre. wheels are braked individually. This
considerably improves the driving
stability of the vehicle on slippery road
surfaces.
ESC is operational as soon as the
control indicator b extinguishes.
Control indicator k illuminates.

TC is reactivated by pressing the b
button again.
For a more sporty behaviour ESC and
TC is also reactivated the next time TC can be deactivated separately:
the ignition is switched on.
When ESC operates, control indicator press button b briefly: only Traction
b flashes. control system is inactive, ESC
Electronic Stability Control remains active, k illuminates
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 9 Warning hold button b pressed for min.
improves driving stability when 5 seconds: TC and ESC are
necessary, regardless of the type of Do not let this special safety deactivated, k and n illuminate.
road surface or tyre grip. It also feature tempt you into taking risks
prevents the drive wheels from when driving.
spinning. ESC operates in Adapt speed to the road
combination with the Traction Control conditions.
system (TC) 3 166.
Control indicator b 3 104.

Additionally the selected mode is Interactive driving system Antilock brake system (ABS) with
displayed as status message in the cornering brake control (CBC).
Driver Information Centre. Flex Ride Automatic transmission.
If the vehicle comes into threshold Flex Ride driving system allows the
with deactivated ESP, the system will driver to select between three driving SPORT mode
reactivate ESP for the time duration modes:
of the threshold, when the brake SPORT mode: press button
pedal is depressed once. SPORT, LED illuminates.
ESC is reactivated by pressing the TOUR mode: press button TOUR,
b button again. If the TC system was LED illuminates.
previously disabled, both TC and
ESC are reactivated. NORMAL mode: neither button
SPORT nor TOUR is pressed, no
ESC is also reactivated the next time LED illuminates.
the ignition is switched on.
Deactivate SPORT mode and TOUR
mode by pressing corresponding
button once more.
In each driving mode Flex Ride The settings of the systems are
networks the following electronic adapted to a sportier driving style:
systems:
Damping of shock absorbers reacts
Continuous Damping Control. more stiffly to provide better contact
Accelerator Pedal Control. with the road surface.
Steering Control. The engine reacts more quickly to
All-wheel drive. the accelerator pedal.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Steering support is reduced.
Engine torque of All-wheel drive is
distributed more to the rear axle.

Shift points of automatic Engine torque of All-wheel drive is several settings of the Normal mode
transmission occur later. distributed mainly to the front axle. into sporty settings. The DMC
With SPORT mode activated, the Shift points of automatic changes to SPORT mode in case of
illumination of main instruments transmission occur in a comfort very sporty driving behaviour.
changes from white to red. mode. If, for another example, TOUR mode
Illumination of main instruments is is selected and whilst driving on a
TOUR mode winding road a sudden hard brake is
white.
necessary, DMC will detect the
NORMAL mode dynamic vehicle condition and
All settings of the systems are changes the settings for suspension
adapted to standard values. to SPORT mode to increase vehicle
stability.
Drive mode control When the driving characteristic or the
Within each manually selected driving dynamic vehicle state returns to the
mode SPORT, TOUR or NORMAL, former state, DMC will change the
the Drive Mode Control (DMC) settings to the preselected driving
detects and analyses continuously mode.
the real driving characteristic,
responses by the driver, and the Personalised settings in SPORT
active dynamic state of the vehicle. If mode
The settings of the systems are necessary, the control unit of DMC The driver can select the functions of
adapted to a comfort driving style: automatically changes the settings the SPORT mode when SPORT
Damping of shock absorbers reacts within the selected driving mode or, button is pressed.
more softly. when recognising greater variations, Select the relevant settings in
the driving mode is changed for the Settings, I Sport Mode in the Colour-
Accelerator pedal reacts with
length of variation. Info-Display.
standard settings.
If, for example, NORMAL mode is Colour-Info-Display 3 114.
Steering support is in standard
selected and DMC detects a sporty
mode. Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
driving behaviour, DMC changes

Flex Ride - OPC Version OPC Flex Ride driving system allows OPC mode
The OPC Version of Flex Ride system the driver to select between three The drive dynamic characteristics are
works in the same way as the driving modes: adapted to high performance
standard Flex Ride system with the OPC mode: press button OPC, settings.
difference that the modes have a LED illuminates. In this mode the illumination of main
more sporty characteristic. SPORT mode: press button instruments is switched to red.
SPORT, LED illuminates.
SPORT mode
NORMAL mode: neither button The settings of the systems are
SPORT nor OPC is pressed, no adapted to a sportier driving style.
LED illuminates.
Deactivate SPORT mode and OPC NORMAL mode
mode by pressing corresponding In NORMAL mode, when neither
button once more. SPORT nor OPC button is pressed,
In each driving mode OPC Flex Ride all settings of the systems are
networks the following electronic adapted to standard values.
systems:
Personalised settings in the OPC
Continuous Damping Control. mode
Accelerator Pedal Control. The driver can select the functions of
Steering Control. the OPC mode when OPC button is
pressed.
All-wheel drive.
Select the relevant settings in
Electronic Stability Control (ESC). Settings, I Sport Mode in the Colour-
Antilock brake system (ABS) with Info-Display.
cornering brake control (CBC). Colour-Info-Display 3 114.
Automatic transmission. Vehicle personalisation 3 118.

Driver assistance Activation

systems
9 Warning
Driver assistance systems are
developed to support the driver
and not to replace his attention. Accelerate to the desired speed and
turn thumb wheel to SET/-: the
The driver accepts full current speed is stored and
responsibility when driving the maintained. Control indicator m in
vehicle. instrument cluster illuminates green.
Do not use the cruise control if it is not
When using driver assistance advisable to maintain a constant Set speed is indicated on midlevel or
systems, always take care speed. uplevel display near m symbol.
regarding the current traffic Accelerator pedal can be released.
situation. With automatic transmission, only
activate cruise control in automatic Vehicle speed can be increased by
mode. depressing the accelerator pedal.
Cruise control Control indicator m 3 106. When the accelerator pedal is
The cruise control can store and released, the previously stored speed
maintain speeds of approx. 30 to Switching on is resumed.
200 km/h. Deviations from the stored Press button m, control indicator m in Cruise control remains activated
speeds may occur when driving uphill instrument cluster illuminates white. while gearshifting.
or downhill.
For safety reasons the cruise control
cannot be activated until the foot
brake has been operated once.
Activating in first gear is not possible.

Increase speed the clutch pedal is depressed for a Speed limiter

With cruise control active, hold thumb few seconds,
The speed limiter prevents the
wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn selector lever in N, vehicle exceeding a preset maximum
to RES/+ repeatedly: speed engine speed in a very low range, speed.
increases continuously or in small
increments. the Traction Control system or The maximum speed can be set at a
Electronic Stability Control is speed above 25 km/h.
Alternatively accelerate to the desired operating,
speed and store by turning to SET/-. The driver can only accelerate up to
Forward collision alert has been the preset speed. Deviations from the
Reduce speed triggered. limited speed may occur when driving
With cruise control active, hold thumb downhill.
wheel turned to SET/- or briefly turn to
Resume stored speed The preset speed limit is displayed in
SET/- repeatedly: speed decreases Turn thumb wheel to RES/+ at a the Driver Information Centre when
continuously or in small increments. speed above 30 km/h. The stored the system is active.
speed will be obtained.
Deactivation Activation
Press button y, control indicator m in
Switching off
instrument cluster illuminates white. Press button m, control indicator m in
Cruise control is deactivated. Last instrument cluster extinguishes. The
used set speed is stored in memory stored speed is deleted.
for later speed resume. Pressing button L for activating
Automatic deactivation: speed limiter or switching off the
ignition also switches off cruise
vehicle speed below approx. control and deletes the stored speed.
30 km/h,
vehicle speed above approx.
200 km/h,
the brake pedal is depressed,

Press button L. The control indicator Change speed limit Resume limit speed
L in the instrument cluster illuminates With speed limiter active, turn thumb Turn thumb wheel to RES/+. The
white. If cruise control or adaptive wheel to RES/+ to increase or SET/- stored speed limit will be obtained.
cruise control has been activated to decrease the desired maximum
before, it is switched off when speed speed. Switching off
limiter is activated and the control Press button L, the speed limit
indicator m extinguishes. Exceeding the speed limit indication in the Driver Information
In the event of an emergency it is Centre extinguishes. The stored
Set speed limit possible to exceed the speed limit by speed is deleted.
With speed limiter active, hold thumb depressing the accelerator pedal By pressing button m to activate
wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn firmly beyond the point of resistance. cruise control or adaptive cruise
to RES/+ repeatedly until the desired The limited speed will flash in the control or by switching off the ignition,
maximum speed is displayed in the Driver Information Centre and a speed limiter is also deactivated and
Driver Information Centre. chime sounds during this period. the stored speed is deleted.
Alternatively accelerate to the desired Release the accelerator pedal and
speed and briefly turn thumb wheel to
SET/-: the current speed is stored as
the speed limiter function is Adaptive cruise control
reactivated once a speed lower than
maximum speed. Speed limit is the limit speed is obtained. Adaptive cruise control is an
displayed in the Driver Information enhancement to traditional cruise
Centre. Deactivation control with the additional feature of
Press button y: speed limiter is maintaining a certain distance behind
the vehicle ahead.
deactivated and the vehicle can be
driven without speed limit. Adaptive cruise control automatically
decelerates the vehicle when
The limited speed is stored and a
approaching a slower moving vehicle.
corresponding message appears in
It then adjusts the vehicle speed to
the Driver Information Centre.
follow the vehicle ahead at the
Control indicator L in the instrument selected following distance. The
cluster illuminates green.

vehicle speed increases or decreases For safety reasons, the system Switching on
to follow the vehicle in front, but will cannot be activated before the brake
not exceed the set speed. It may pedal has been depressed once
apply limited braking with activated since switching on ignition. Activation
brake lights. in first gear is not possible.
The adaptive cruise control can store Adaptive cruise control is mainly
and maintain speeds over approx. advised to be used on long straight
25 km/h and brakes automatically to roads like highways or country roads
follow a slower vehicle driving ahead with steady traffic. Do not use the
to a minimum speed of 15 km/h. On system if it is not advisable to
vehicles with automatic transmission maintain a constant speed.
the system brakes to a stop. Control indicator A 3 106, m 3 106,
C 3 106.
Press button C to switch on adaptive
9 Warning
cruise control. The control indicator
The complete driver attention is m or C in the instrument cluster
always required while driving with illuminates white.
adaptive cruise control. The driver
Adaptive cruise control uses a radar stays fully in control of the vehicle Activation by setting the speed
sensor to detect the vehicles ahead. because the brake pedal, the Adaptive cruise control can be
If no vehicle is detected in the driving accelerator pedal and the cancel activated between 25 km/h and
path, the adaptive cruise control will switch have priority over any 180 km/h.
behave like a traditional cruise adaptive cruise control operation. Accelerate to the desired speed and
control. turn thumb wheel to SET/-, the
current speed is stored and

maintained. Control indicator m or

C in the instrument cluster 9 Warning
illuminates green.
Accelerating by the driver
deactivates braking by the system.
This is indicated as a popup
warning in the Driver Information
centre.
Increase speed
The adaptive cruise control symbol, With adaptive cruise control active,
the following distance setting and set hold thumb wheel turned to RES/+:
speed are indicated in the Driver speed increases continuously in large
Information Centre. Overriding set speed increments, or activate repeatedly
It is always possible to drive faster RES/+: speed increases in small
The accelerator pedal can be increments.
than the selected set speed by
released. Adaptive cruise control
depressing the accelerator pedal. If the vehicle is driven with adaptive
remains activated while gearshifting.
When the accelerator pedal is cruise control active much faster than
released, the vehicle returns to the the desired speed, e.g. after
desired distance if a slower vehicle is depressing the accelerator pedal,
ahead. Otherwise it returns to the then the current speed can be stored
stored speed. and maintained by turning the thumb
Once the system is activated, wheel to SET/-.
adaptive cruise control decelerates or
brakes if it detects a vehicle ahead, Reduce speed
which is slower or closer than the With adaptive cruise control active,
desired following distance. hold thumb wheel turned to SET/-:
speed decreases continuously in

large increments, or activate When the vehicle ahead drives away

repeatedly SET/-: speed decreases in within two minutes, turn thumb wheel 9 Warning
small increments. to RES/+ or operate the accelerator
pedal to resume full speed range When full speed range adaptive
If the vehicle is driven with adaptive cruise control is deactivated or
cruise control active much slower adaptive cruise control.
cancelled, the vehicle will no
than the desired speed, e.g. because If the stopped vehicle ahead begins to longer be held at a stop and can
of a slower vehicle ahead, then the move forward and full speed range start to move. Always be prepared
current speed can be stored and adaptive cruise control has not to manually apply the brake to hold
maintained by turning the thumb resumed, the green illuminated the vehicle stationary.
wheel to SET/-. vehicle ahead control indicator A will
flash and a warning chime will sound Do not leave the vehicle while it is
Resume stored speed as a reminder that the vehicle ahead being held at a stop by the full
If the system is switched on but is pulling away. speed range adaptive cruise
inactive, then turn thumb wheel to control. Always move selector
When the vehicle ahead stops for lever to park position P and switch
RES/+ at a speed above 25 km/h to more than two minutes, the electric
resume the stored speed. off the ignition before leaving the
parking brake will apply automatically vehicle.
and the full speed range adaptive
Full speed range adaptive cruise control is deactivated. In this
cruise control on vehicles with Setting the following distance
event, drive the vehicle normally by
automatic transmission operating the accelerator pedal. Turn When adaptive cruise control detects
thumb wheel to RES/+ at a speed a slower moving vehicle in the driving
Full speed range adaptive cruise
above 25 km/h to resume full speed path, it will adjust the vehicle speed to
control will maintain a following gap
range adaptive cruise control. maintain the following distance
behind a detected vehicle and slow
selected by the driver.
your vehicle to a stop behind that
vehicle. The following distance can be set to
near, medium or far.

9 Warning
The driver accepts full
responsibility for the appropriate
following distance based on traffic,
weather and visibility conditions.
Following distance must be
adjusted or the system switched
off when required by the prevailing
conditions.
Detecting the vehicle ahead

Press button E, the current setting is The selected following distance is
shown in the Driver Information indicated by filled distance bars in the
Centre. Press button E again to adaptive cruise control page.
change the following distance. The Note that the following distance
setting is also displayed in the Driver setting is shared with the sensitivity
Information Centre. setting of forward collision alert
3 181.
Example: If setting 3 (far) is selected, The green illuminated vehicle ahead
then the driver is warned sooner control indicator A is displayed when
before a possible collision, also if the system detects a vehicle in the
adaptive cruise control is inactive or driving path.
switched off. If this symbol does not display, or
displays briefly, adaptive cruise
control will not respond to vehicles
ahead.

Deactivation there is no traffic and nothing

Adaptive cruise control is deactivated detected on the road sides for
by the driver when: several minutes. In this case there
are no radar echoes and the sensor
button y is pressed, may report that it is blocked,
brake pedal is applied, collision imminent braking is
clutch pedal is depressed for more applying the brakes, The stored speed is maintained.
than four seconds, radar sensor is blocked by an ice or
gear selector lever of automatic water film, 9 Warning
transmission is moved to N. fault is detected in the radar, engine
The system is also automatically or brake system. When adaptive cruise control is
deactivated when: Additionally the system is deactivated, the driver must take
vehicle speed accelerates above automatically deactivated on vehicles over full brake and engine control.
190 km/h or slows down below with automatic transmission (full
15 km/h (on vehicles with automatic speed range adaptive cruise control) Switching off
transmission it slows down to a stop when: Press button C to switch off adaptive
without deactivating within Electric parking brake is applied, cruise control. The control indicator
two minutes), m or C extinguishes. The stored
vehicle is being held to a stop by the speed is deleted.
Traction Control system is system for more than two minutes,
operating for more than Switching off the ignition also
20 seconds, vehicle stops and a door is opened. switches off adaptive cruise control
Electronic Stability Control is When adaptive cruise control is and deletes the stored speed.
operating, deactivated automatically, the control
indicator m or C illuminates white
and a warning symbol is displayed as
a pop-up in the Driver Information
Centre.

Driver's attention So if a new vehicle is detected, the longer detects any vehicle ahead,
Use adaptive cruise control system may accelerate instead of then control indicator A will
carefully on bends or mountain braking. extinguish.
roads, as it can lose the vehicle Adaptive cruise control does ignore If the centrifugal force is too high in a
ahead and need time to detect it the oncoming traffic. bend, the system slows down the
again. Adaptive cruise control does not vehicle slightly. This braking level is
Do not use the system on slippery brake for pedestrians, animals or not designed to avoid spinning-off the
roads as it can create rapid stopped vehicles. bend. The driver is responsible for
changes in tyre traction (wheel reducing the selected speed before
spinning), so that you could lose Bends entering a bend and in general to
control of the vehicle. adapt the speed to the road type and
to existing speed limits.
Do not use adaptive cruise control
during rain, snow or heavy dirt, as
the radar sensor can be covered by
a water film, dust, ice or snow. This
reduces or suppresses completely
the visibility. In case of sensor
blockage, clean the sensor cover. The adaptive cruise control calculates
a predicted path based on the
System limits centrifugal force. This predicted path Motorways
The system's automatic brake force considers the current bend On motorways, adapt the set speed
does not permit hard braking and characteristic, but cannot consider a to the situation and the weather.
the braking level may not be future bend change. The system may Always consider that adaptive cruise
sufficient to avoid a collision. lose the current vehicle ahead or control has a limited visibility range, a
consider a vehicle which is not in the limited braking level and a certain
After a sudden lane change, the actual lane. This can happen when
system needs a certain time to reaction time to verify if a vehicle is on
entering or exiting a bend or if the the driving path or not. Adaptive
detect the next preceding vehicle. bend gets stronger or weaker. If it no cruise control may not be able to

brake the vehicle in time to avoid a Hill and trailer considerations Radar unit
collision with a much slower vehicle or
after a lane change. This is
particularly true if driving fast or if the
visibility is reduced due to weather
conditions.
While entering or exiting a motorway,
adaptive cruise control may lose the
vehicle ahead and accelerate up to System performance on hills and
the set speed. For this reason, when towing a trailer depends on
decrease the set speed before the vehicle speed, vehicle load, traffic
exit or before the entry. conditions and the road gradient. It
may not detect a vehicle in your path
Vehicle path changes while driving on hills. On steep hills,
you may have to use the accelerator The radar unit is mounted behind the
pedal to maintain your vehicle speed. radiator grille below the brand
When going downhill, especially emblem.
when towing a trailer, you may have
to brake to maintain or reduce your 9 Warning
speed.
Note that applying the brake The radar unit was aligned
If another vehicle enters your driving deactivates the system. It is not carefully during manufacture.
path, adaptive cruise control will first recommended to use adaptive cruise Therefore, after a frontal accident,
consider the vehicle when it is control on steep hills especially when do not use the system. The front
completely in your path. Be ready to towing a trailer. bumper may appear to be intact,
take action and press the brake however the sensor behind can be
pedal, if you need to brake more out of position and react
quickly. incorrectly. After an accident,

consult a workshop to verify and The green illuminated vehicle ahead

correct the adaptive cruise control symbol A appears in the instrument
sensor position. cluster when the system has detected
a vehicle in the driving path. A
precondition is that forward collision
Settings alert is activated in the vehicle
Settings can be changed in the personalisation menu 3 118 or that it
vehicle personalisation menu in the is not deactivated by the button V
Colour-Info-Display. (depending on the system, see
Select the relevant setting in Settings, below).
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. Depending on the vehicle's
Colour-Info-Display 3 114. equipment, there are two variants of
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. Vehicle messages 3 116. the forward collision alert available:
Forward collision alert based on
Fault radar system
If the adaptive cruise control does not
Forward collision alert
on vehicles equipped with adaptive
work due to temporary conditions The forward collision alert can help to
cruise control 3 173.
(e.g. blockage by ice) or if there is a avoid or reduce the harm caused by
permanent system error, then a front-end crashes. If a vehicle directly Forward collision alert based on
message is displayed in the Driver ahead is approached too quickly, a front camera system
Information Centre. warning chime and alert in the Driver on vehicles with no cruise control or
Information Centre is provided. traditional cruise control only
3 171.


radar system
The system uses the radar sensor
behind the radiator grille to detect a
vehicle directly ahead, in your path,
within a distance of max. 150 metres.
Activation
Forward collision alert operates
automatically above walking speed,
provided that Auto Collision
Preparation setting is not deactivated
in the vehicle personalisation menu Press button E, the current setting is Note that the alert timing sensitivity
3 118. shown in the Driver Information setting is shared with the following
Centre. Press button E again to distance setting of the adaptive cruise
Selecting the alert sensitivity
change the alert sensitivity. The control 3 173. So changing the alert
The alert sensitivity can be set to
setting is also displayed in the Driver timing sensitivity changes the
near, medium or far.
Information Centre. adaptive cruise control following
distance setting.
Alerting the driver

When approaching another vehicle Activation

too rapidly, the collision alert warning Forward collision alert operates
page will be indicated in the Driver automatically above 40 km/h, if it is
Information Centre. Simultaneously a not deactivated by button V, see
warning chime sounds. Depress the below.
brake pedal, if it is required by the
situation. Selecting the alert sensitivity
The alert sensitivity can be set to
Settings near, medium or far.
Settings can be changed in the
Colour-Info-Display.
Alerting the driver

front camera system
Forward collision alert uses the front
camera system in the windscreen to When approaching another vehicle
detect a vehicle directly ahead, in Press button V, the current setting is too rapidly, the collision alert warning
your path, within a distance of approx. shown in the Driver Information page will be indicated in the Driver
60 metres. Centre. Press button V again to Information Centre. Simultaneously a
change the alert sensitivity. warning chime sounds. Depress the
brake pedal, if it is required by the
situation.

Deactivation System limitations When a preceding vehicle is detected

The system can be deactivated. The system is designed to warn only ahead, the distance is indicated in
Press button V repeatedly for vehicles, but may react also to seconds, displayed on a page in the
untilForward Collision Alert Off other metallic objects. Driver Information Centre 3 107.
appears in the Driver Information In the following cases, forward On Baselevel display set Settings
Centre. collision alert may not detect a vehicle X with the Menu button and
ahead or sensor performance may be select Following distance indication
General information for both limited: via the adjuster wheel on the turn
variants of forward collision alert on winding roads, signal lever 3 107.
9 Warning when weather limits visibility, e.g.

fog, rain, or snow,
Forward collision alert is just a when the sensor is blocked by
warning system and does not snow, ice, slush, mud, dirt, or
apply the brakes. When windscreen damage.
approaching a vehicle ahead too
rapidly, it may not provide you
enough time to avoid a collision.
Following distance
The driver accepts full indication
responsibility for the appropriate The following distance indication
following distance based on traffic, displays the distance to a preceding
weather and visibility conditions. moving vehicle. The system uses,
The complete attention of the depending on the vehicle equipment, On Midlevel or Uplevel display, select
driver is always required while either the radar behind the radiator Info menu and press o to
driving. The driver must always be grille or the front camera in the select Following distance indication
ready to take action and apply the windscreen to detect the distance of 3 107.
brakes. a vehicle directly ahead in your path. The minimum indicated distance is
It is active at speeds above 40 km/h. 0.5 seconds.

If there is no vehicle ahead or the The system includes: Emergency automatic braking
vehicle ahead is out of range, two Brake preparation system After the brake preparation and just
dashes will be displayed: -.- s. before the imminent collision, this
Emergency automatic braking
If Adaptive cruise control is active, function automatically applies limited
this page shows the following Forward looking brake assist braking to reduce the impact speed of
distance setting instead 3 173. the collision.
9 Warning
Forward looking brake assist
Active Emergency Braking This system is not intended to In addition to the brake preparation
Active emergency braking can help to replace the driver responsibility for system and emergency automatic
reduce the damage from crashes with driving the vehicle and looking braking, the forward looking brake
vehicles and obstacles directly ahead. Its function is limited to assist function makes the brake assist
ahead, when a collision can no longer supplemental use only. The driver more sensitive. Therefore,
be avoided either by manual braking must continue to apply the brake depressing the brake pedal slightly
or by steering. Before the active pedal as the driving situation results in immediate hard braking.
emergency braking applies, the driver dictates. This function helps the driver brake
is warned by the forward collision quicker and harder before the
alert 3 181. Brake preparation system imminent collision.
The feature uses various inputs (e.g. When approaching a vehicle ahead
radar sensor, brake pressure, vehicle so quickly that a collision is likely, the 9 Warning
speed) to calculate the probability of brake preparation system slightly
a frontal collision. pressurises the brakes. This reduces Active emergency braking is not
the response time, when a manual or designed to apply hard
Active emergency braking operates automatic braking is requested.
automatically above walking speed, autonomous braking or to
provided that Auto Collision The brake system is prepared so that automatically avoid a collision. It is
Preparation setting is not deactivated braking can occur more rapidly. designed to reduce the vehicle
in the vehicle personalisation menu speed before a collision. It may not
3 118. react for stopped vehicles,

pedestrians or animals. After a not need service. Firmly apply the

sudden lane change, the system accelerator pedal to override the
needs a certain time to detect the automatic braking.
next preceding vehicle.
Settings
The complete attention of the Settings can be changed in the
driver is always required while vehicle personalisation menu in the
driving. The driver shall always be Colour-Info-Display.
ready to take action and apply the
brakes and steer to avoid Select the relevant setting in Settings,
collisions. The system is designed I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.
to work with all occupants wearing Colour-Info-Display 3 114.
their seat belts. Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
If the system does not work as it
System limitations Fault should do, vehicle messages are
The active emergency braking has In the event of a system service displayed in the Driver Information
limited or no function during rain, requirement, a message is displayed Centre.
snow or heavy dirt, as the radar in the Driver Information Centre. Vehicle messages 3 116.
sensor can be covered by a water
film, dust, ice or snow. In case of
sensor blockage, clean the sensor
cover.
In some cases, the active emergency
braking system may provide a short
automatic braking in situations that
seem to be unnecessary, for instance
due to traffic signs in a curve or due
to vehicles in another lane. This is
normal operation, the vehicle does

Parking assist behind the vehicle. The system gives An illuminated LED in the parking
acoustic signals and display assist button r indicates that the
messages. system is ready to operate.
9 Warning
The system has four ultrasonic When driving forward at low speeds,
The driver bears full responsibility parking sensors each in the rear and the front parking assist can also be
for the parking manoeuvre. front bumper. activated by pressing the parking
Always check the surrounding It uses two different acoustic warning assist button r.
area when driving backwards or signals for the front and rear Once the button r is pressed within
forwards while using parking monitoring areas, each with a an ignition cycle, the front parking
assist system. different tone frequency. assist is always reactivated when the
vehicle underruns a certain value.
Activation
Front-rear parking assist
Indication
The system warns the driver with
acoustic signals against potentially
hazardous obstacles in front of or
behind the vehicle. An obstacle
detection is indicated by beeps
sounding respective from the front or
rear of the vehicle. The intervall
between the beeps becomes shorter
as the vehicle gets closer to the
obstacle. when the distance is less
than 30 cm, a continuous tone
sounds.
When reverse gear is engaged, the
The front-rear parking assist
front and rear parking assist is ready
measures the distance between the
to operate.
vehicle and obstacles in front and

The LED in the button will extinguish The advanced parking assist system
and Park Assist Off will be displayed manoeuvres the driver into a parking
in the Driver Information Centre. slot by giving instructions in the Driver
The system is automatically disabled Information Centre and acoustic
above a certain speed. signals.
The system uses the sensors of the
Fault parking assist system in combination
In the event of a fault in the system, with two additional sensors on both
or if the system does not work due to sides of the front and rear bumper.
temporary conditions, e.g. snow
covered sensors, r illuminates or a Activation
message is displayed in the Driver
The distance to a front and rear Information Centre.
obstacle is indicated by changing Vehicle messages 3 116.
distance lines around the vehicle.
The parking assist page in the display Advanced parking assist
can be hidden by vehicle messages
with a higher priority. If the parking
assist page is overwritten by a vehicle
message, distance is no longer
indicated until parking assist is
activated again.
Deactivation
When looking for a parking slot, the
Deactivate the system by pressing
system must be activated by pressing
the r button. the ( button.

The system can only be activated at a visual feedback and acoustic

a speed up to 30 km/h and the system signals are given in the Driver
searches for a parking slot at a speed Information Centre.
up to 30 km/h. If the driver does not stop the vehicle
The maximum allowed parallel within 10 metres after a parking slot is
distance between the vehicle and a proposed, the system starts to search
row of parked cars is 1.8 metres. for another suitable parking slot.
Functionality
The instructions in the display show:

a hint when driving faster than
30 km/h,
the demand to stop the vehicle,
when a parking slot is detected,
the direction of driving during the
parking manoeuvre,
The suggestion of the system is the steering wheel position during
accepted when the vehicle is stopped parking,
When the vehicle passes a row of by the driver within 10 metres after the
cars and the system is activated, the message is given. The system for some of the instructions a
advanced parking assist system calculates the optimal route into the progress bar is shown.
begins looking for a suitable parking parking slot. Then it manoeuvres the
slot. When a suitable slot is detected, driver into the slot by giving detailed
instructions.

Display priorities Fault

After activating the advanced parking A message appears in the Driver
assist, a message appears in the Information Centre when:
Driver Information Centre. Advanced there is a fault in the system
parking assist indication in the Driver
Information Centre can be inhibited the driver did not successfully
by vehicle messages with a higher complete the parking manoeuvre
priority. After approving the message the system is not operational
by pressing the SET/CLR button on
the turn signal lever or the 9 button
in the steering wheel controls,
advanced parking assist instructions
appear again and the parking
A successful parking manoeuvre is
manoeuvre can be continued.
indicated by a confirmation symbol.
Always pay attention to the sound of Deactivation
the front-rear parking assist. The system is deactivated by:
Continuous sound means that the pressing the ( button
distance to an obstacle is less than
approx. 30 cm. parking manoeuvre successfully
ended
Changing the parking side driving faster than 30 km/h If an object is detected during parking
The system is configured to detect switching off the ignition instructions, Stop is indicated in the
parking slots on the passenger side. Driver Information Centre. Removing
To detect parking slots on the driver Deactivation by the driver or by the
system during manoeuvring will be the object will resume the parking
side, press button ( for approx. manoeuvre. If the object is not
2 seconds. indicated by Parking Deactivated in
the Driver Information Centre. removed, the system will be

deactivated. Press button ( to Special conditions apply if there Advanced parking assist system
activate the system and search for a are taller vehicles in the vicinity may not respond to changes in the
new parking slot. (e.g. off-road vehicles, mini vans, parking space after initiating a
vans). Object identification and parallel parking manoeuvre.
Important hints for using the correct distance indication in the Note
parking assist systems upper part of these vehicles After use the advanced parking
cannot be guaranteed. assist requires a calibration. For
9 Warning Objects with a very small reflection optimal parking guidance, a driving
cross-section, e.g. objects of distance of at least 10 km, including
Under certain circumstances, a number of bends, is required.
narrow size or soft materials, may
various reflective surfaces on
not be detected by the system.
objects or clothing as well as Side blind spot alert
external noise sources may cause Parking assist systems do not
detect objects outside the The side blind spot alert system
the system to fail to detect detects and reports objects on either
obstacles. detection range.
side of the vehicle, within a specified
Special attention must be paid to "blind spot" zone. The system alerts
Note
low obstacles which can damage visually in each exterior mirror, when
The parking assist system
the lower part of the bumper. detecting objects that may not be
automatically detects factory-fitted
visible in the interior and exterior
towing equipment. It is deactivated
when the connector is plugged in. mirrors.
Caution
The system's sensors are located in
It is possible that the sensor detects
Performance of the system can be the bumper on the left and right side
a non-existing object (echo
reduced when sensors are disturbance) caused by external of the vehicle.
covered, e.g. by ice or snow. acoustical or mechanic
Performance of the parking assist disturbances.
system can be reduced due to
heavy loading.

9 Warning
Side blind spot alert does not
replace driver vision.
The system does not detect:
Vehicles outside the side blind
zones which may be rapidly
approaching.
Pedestrians, cyclists or animals.
Before changing a lane, always
check all mirrors, look over the
shoulder and use the turn signal. When the vehicle is started, both The system can be activated or
exterior mirror displays will briefly deactivated in the vehicle
When the system detects a vehicle in come on to indicate that the system is personalisation.
the side blind zone while driving operating. Select the relevant setting in Settings,
forward, either while passing a If the vehicle is equipped with lane I Vehiclein the Colour-Info-Display.
vehicle or being passed, the amber change alert 3 193, the symbol F Colour-Info-Display 3 114.
warning symbol B will illuminate in is displayed in the mirrors.
the relevant exterior mirror. If the Vehicle personalisation 3 118.
driver then activates the turn signal, Deactivation is indicated by a
the warning symbol B starts flashing message in the Driver Information
amber as a warning not to change Centre (DIC).
lanes.
Detection zones
The system sensor covers a zone of
approx. 3.5 metres on both sides of
the vehicle. This zone starts at each

exterior mirror and extends rearwards Lane change alert illuminate in the relevant exterior
by approx. 3 metres. The height of the mirror. If the driver then activates the
zone is approx. between 0.5 metres Additional to the side blind spot alert turn signal, the warning symbol F
and 2 metres off the ground. 3 191, lane change alert recognizes starts flashing amber as a warning not
rapidly approaching vehicles from to change lanes. Additionally a
The system is deactivated if the behind on parallel lanes next to your
vehicle is towing a trailer. warning chime sounds.
vehicle.
Side blind spot alert is designed to If the vehicle is equipped with lane
ignore stationary objects such as change alert, side blind spot alert is
guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and always included.
beams. Parked vehicles or oncoming
vehicles are not detected. The system alerts visually in each
exterior mirror when detecting rapidly
Fault approaching vehicles from behind.
Occasional missed alerts can occur The radar distance sensors are
under normal circumstances and will located in the rear bumper.
increase in wet conditions.
Side blind spot alert does not operate 9 Warning
when the left or right corners of the
rear bumper are covered with mud, Lane change alert does not
When the vehicle is started, both
dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy replace driver vision.
exterior mirror displays will briefly
rainstorms. Cleaning instructions Before changing a lane, always come on to indicate that the system is
3 257. check all mirrors, look over the operating.
In the event of a fault in the system or shoulder and use the turn signal.
if the system does not work due to
temporary conditions, a message is When the system detects an
displayed in the Driver Information approaching vehicle from behind
Centre (DIC). Seek the assistance of which drives considerably faster, the
a workshop. amber warning symbol F will

Detection zones Deactivation light up due to guardrails, signs, trees,

Activation or deactivation of the lane shrubs or other immobile objects.
change alert can be set in the vehicle This is normal operation and the
personalisation menu in the Colour- system does not need to be serviced.
Info-Display. Lane change alert may not operate
Select the relevant setting in Settings, when the left or right corners of the
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. rear bumper are covered with mud,
dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy
Colour-Info-Display 3 114. rainstorms. Cleaning instructions
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. 3 257.
The system is deactivated if the In the event of a fault in the system or
vehicle is towing a trailer. if the system does not work due to
Deactivation is indicated by a temporary conditions, a message is
message in the Driver Information displayed in the Driver Information
The system sensors cover a zone of Centre (DIC). Seek the assistance of
Centre (DIC).
approx. 3.5 metres parallel on both a workshop.
vehicle sides and approx. 3 metres Note
rearwards on side blind zone alert After use, the system requires a
(A) and approx. 70 metres rearwards calibration. For optimal Rear view camera
on lane change alert (B) on parallel performance, drive as soon as The rear view camera assists the
lanes. The zones start at each possible on a straight highway road driver when reversing, by displaying a
exterior mirror. The height of the zone with roadside objects, e.g. guardrails view of the area behind the vehicle.
is approx. between 0.5 metres and and barriers for some distance.
The view of the camera is displayed
2 metres off the ground.
Fault in the Colour-Info-Display.
Occasional missed alerts can occur
under normal circumstances and will
increase in wet conditions or in sharp
curves. Otherwise the system may

Functionality
9 Warning
The rear view camera does not
replace driver vision. Note that
objects that are outside the
camera's field of view and the
advanced parking assist sensors,
e.g. below the bumper or
underneath the vehicle, are not
displayed.
Do not reverse the vehicle by only
looking at the Info-Display and
check the surrounding behind and Due to the high position of the camera
around the vehicle before the rear bumper can be seen on the
The camera is mounted between the display as a guide to position.
reversing. number plate lights and has a viewing
angle of 130. The area displayed by the camera is
Activation limited. The distance of the image that
Rear view camera is automatically appears on the display differs from
activated when reverse gear is the actual distance.
engaged.
Guiding lines
Dynamic guiding lines are horizontal
lines in 1 metre intervals projected on
the picture to define the distance to
shown objects.

Warning symbols The rear view camera may not

Warning symbols are indicated as operate properly when:
triangles 9 on the picture which show the surrounding is dark,
obstacles detected by the rear
the sun or the beam of headlights is
sensors of the advanced parking
shining directly into the camera
assist.
lens,
Additionally 9 appears on the top line ice, snow, mud, or anything else
of the Info-Display with the warning to covers the camera lens. Clean the
check the vehicle surrounding. lens, rinse it with water, and wipe it
with a soft cloth,
Deactivation
The camera is deactivated when a the tailgate is not closed correctly,
Trajectory lane of the vehicle is certain forward speed is exceeded or the vehicle is towing a trailer,
shown in accordance with the if reverse gear is not engaged for the vehicle had a rear end accident,
steering angle. approx. 10 seconds.
there are extreme temperature
The function can be deactivated in the Activation or deactivation of the rear changes.
vehicle personalisation menu in the view camera can be set in the vehicle
Colour-Info-Display. personalisation menu in the Colour-
Select the relevant setting in Settings, Info-Display. Rear cross traffic alert
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. Select the relevant setting in Settings,
Additional to the rear view camera
Colour-Info-Display 3 114. I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.
3 194, rear cross traffic alert warns of
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. Colour-Info-Display 3 114. cross traffic from left or right side
Vehicle personalisation 3 118. when driving rearwards. When cross
traffic is recognized and the rear view
Fault camera is activated, a warning
Fault messages are displayed with a triangle with a direction arrow
9 on the top line of the Info-Display. appears on the Colour-Info-Display,
showing the direction of the traffic.

Furthermore three beeps will sound Pedestrians, children or animals The system sensors cover a zone of
from the speaker on the respective are not detected. approx. 20 metres to the left or right
side. side behind the vehicle.
Do not reverse the vehicle by only
looking at the Info-Display and Deactivation
check the surrounding behind and Rear cross traffic alert is deactivated
around the vehicle before together with the rear view camera
reversing. when a certain forward speed is
exceeded or if reverse gear is not
Activation engaged for approx. 10 seconds.
Rear cross traffic alert is Activation or deactivation of the rear
automatically activated together with cross traffic alert can be set in the
the rear view camera when reverse vehicle personalisation menu in the
gear is engaged. Colour-Info-Display.
Detection zones Select the relevant setting in Settings,
The radar distance sensors are
located sideways in the rear bumper. Colour-Info-Display 3 114.
9 Warning
Fault
The rear cross traffic alert does not The system may not operate properly
replace driver vision. Note that when:
objects that are outside sensors, ice, snow, mud, or anything else
e.g. below the bumper or covers the sensors.
underneath the vehicle, are not
displayed. the vehicle is towing a trailer,

the vehicle had a rear end accident, Road signs

there are extreme temperature beginning and end of:
changes. motorways
A-roads
Traffic sign assistant play streets
Add on signs
Functionality An exclamation mark in a frame
additional hints to traffic signs indicates that there are additional
The traffic sign assistant system
detects designated traffic signs via a restriction of trailer towing signs detected which cannot be
front camera and displays them in the wet warning recognised by the system.
Driver Information Centre. ice warning The system is active up to a speed of
200 km/h depending on the lighting
direction arrows conditions. At night the system is
Speed limit signs are displayed in the active up to a speed of 160 km/h.
Driver Information Centre until the As soon as the speed becomes
next speed limit sign or end of speed slower than 55 km/h the display will
limit is detected or up to a defined sign be reset and the content of the traffic
timeout. sign page will be cleared, e. g. when
Traffic signs, which will be detected, entering a city zone. The next
are: recognized speed indication will be
Limit- and no passing signs displayed.
speed limit
Display indication
no passing
Traffic signs are displayed on the
end of speed limit Traffic sign detection page in the
end of no passing Combinations of more signs in the Driver Information Centre.
display are possible.

The content of the traffic sign page is

also reset during driving by pressing
the SET/CLR button or 9 button for a
longer time.
On Baselevel display, select Settings On Midlevel and Uplevel display

X with the Menu button and select Info menu and press P to
select Traffic sign detection entry via select Traffic sign detection 3 107.
the adjuster wheel on the turn signal When another function in the Driver
lever 3 107. Information Centre menu was
selected and then Traffic sign
detection page is chosen again, the
last recognized traffic sign will be
displayed.
After the traffic sign page is cleared
by the system, the following symbol is
indicated: Pop-up function
Speed limits and no passing signs are
displayed as pop-ups on each page
of the Driver Information Centre.

When the setting page is displayed,

select Off or set alerts I to deactivate
pop-up function. Reactivate by
selecting On or alerts J.
When switching on the ignition, pop-
up function is deactivated.
Pop-up indication is displayed for
approx. 8 seconds in the Driver
Information Centre.
Fault
The traffic sign assistant system may
The pop-up function can be Illustration shows baselevel DIC. not operate correctly when:
deactivated on the traffic sign page by the area of the windscreen, where
pressing the SET/CLR button on the the front camera is located, is not
turn signal lever or 9 button on the clean
steering wheel.
traffic signs are completely or
partially covered or difficult to
discern
there are adverse environmental
conditions, e.g. heavy rain, snow,
direct sunlight or shadows. In this
event, No Traffic Sign Detection
due to Weather is indicated on the
display
Illustration shows midlevel or uplevel
DIC.

traffic signs are incorrectly mounted The driver assistance systems do Activation
or damaged not relieve the driver from full
traffic signs do not comply with the responsibility for vehicle
Vienna Convention on traffic signs operation.
(Wiener bereinkommen ber
Straenverkehrszeichen)
Lane departure warning
Caution The lane departure warning system
observes the lane markings between
The system is intended to help the which the vehicle is driving, via a front
driver within a defined speed camera. The system detects lane
range to discern certain traffic changes and warns the driver in the
signs. Do not ignore traffic signs event of an unintended lane change
which are not displayed by the by visual and acoustic signals.
system. Criteria for the detection of an The lane departure warning system is
The system does not discern any unintended lane change are: activated by pressing the ) button.
other than the conventional traffic no operation of turn signals The illuminated LED in the button
signs that might give or end a indicates that the system is switched
no brake pedal operation on. When the control indicator ) in
speed limit.
no active accelerator operation or the instrument cluster illuminates
Do not let this special feature speeding-up green, the system is ready to operate.
tempt you into taking risks when
driving. no active steering The system is only operable at
If the driver is active, no warning will vehicle speeds above 56 km/h and if
Always adapt speed to the road lane markings are available.
conditions. be issued.

When the system recognises an

unintended lane change, the control
The system cannot operate when no
lane marking is detected.
Fuel
indicator ) changes to yellow and
flashes. Simultaneously a chime
Fuel for petrol engines
sound is activated. Only use unleaded fuel that complies
with European standard EN 228 or
E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent.
Your engine is capable of running
with E10 fuel that fulfills these
standards. E10 fuel contains up to
10 % bioethanol.
Use fuel with the recommended
Deactivation octane rating 3 269. Use of fuel with
The system is deactivated by too low an octane rating can reduce
pressing ) button; the LED in the engine power and torque and slightly
button extinguishes. increases fuel consumption.
At speeds below 56 km/h the system
Caution
is inoperable.
Do not use fuel or fuel additives
Fault
that contain metallic compounds
The lane departure warning system such as manganese-based
may not operate properly when: additives. This may cause engine
the windscreen is not clean damage.
there are adverse environmental
conditions, e.g. heavy rain, snow,
direct sunlight or shadows

The boiling point depends on the

Caution Caution pressure and mixing ratio. At ambient
pressure, it is between -42 C (pure
Use of fuel that does not comply to Use of fuel that does not comply to propane) and -0.5 C (pure butane).
EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or EN 590 or similar can lead to
equivalent can lead to deposits or engine powerloss, increased wear
Caution
engine damage and may affect or engine damage and may affect
your warranty. your warranty.
The system works at an ambient
temperature of approx. -8 C to
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating 100 C.
Caution oils, Aquazole and similar diesel-
water emulsions. Diesel fuels must Full function of the LPG system can
Use of fuel with too low an octane not be diluted with fuels for petrol
rating could lead to uncontrolled only be guaranteed with liquid gas
engines. which complies with the minimum
combustion and engine damage.
requirements of DIN EN 589.
Fuel for diesel engines Fuel for liquid gas
operation Fuel selector
Only use diesel fuel that complies
with EN 590. Liquid gas is known as LPG
In countries outside the European (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) or under
Union use Euro-Diesel fuel with a its French name GPL (Gaz de Ptrole
sulfur concentration below 50 ppm. Liqufi). LPG is also known as
Autogas.
LPG consists mainly of propane and
butane. The octane rating is between
105 and 115, depending on the
butane proportion. LPG is stored
liquid at around 5 - 10 bar pressure.

Press the LPG button to switch Fill the tank completely at regular
between petrol and liquid gas intervals to prevent corrosion in the Caution
operation as soon as the required tank.
parameters (coolant temperature, Repairs and adjustments may only
gas temperature and minimum Faults and remedies be made by trained specialists in
engine speed) have been reached. If gas mode is not possible, check the order to maintain the safety and
The requirements are usually fulfilled following: warranty on the LPG system.
after around 60 seconds (depending Is there enough liquid gas present?
on exterior temperature) and the first Liquid gas is given a particular odour
Is there enough petrol present for (odorised) so that any leaks can be
firm press on the accelerator. The
starting? detected easily.
LED status shows the current
operating mode. Due to extreme temperatures in
combination with the gas 9 Warning
1 off = petrol operation
composition, it may take slightly
1 illuminates = liquid gas longer before the system switches If you smell gas in the vehicle or in
operation from petrol to gas mode. the immediate vicinity, switch to
1 flashes = no switching is petrol mode immediately. No
possible, one type In extreme situations, the system may
also switch back to petrol mode if the smoking. No naked flames or
of fuel is empty ignition sources.
minimum requirements are not
As soon as the liquid gas tank is fulfilled.
empty, petrol operation is If the gas odour persists, do not start
Seek the assistance of a workshop in the engine. If possible, close the
automatically engaged until the the event of all other faults.
ignition is switched off. manual shut-off valve on the
multivalve. The multivalve is located
Every six months, run the petrol tank
on the liquid gas tank in the load
down until control indicator i or Y
compartment, underneath the rear
illuminates, then refuel. This helps floor cover.
maintain fuel quality and system
function for petrol operation.

Refuelling 9 Danger
Fuel is flammable and explosive.
No smoking. No naked flames or
sparks.
If you can smell fuel in your
vehicle, have the cause of this
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Caution
Turn the thumb wheel clockwise.
If no further gas odour is perceptible In case of misfuelling, do not
when the manual shut-off valve is switch on ignition.
closed, the vehicle can be used in
9 Danger
petrol mode. If the gas odour persists, Fuel filler flap is located at right rear
Before refuelling, switch off engine side of vehicle.
do not start the engine. Have the
and any external heaters with
cause of the fault remedied by a
combustion chambers. Switch off
workshop.
any mobile phones.
When using underground car parks,
Follow the operating and safety
follow the instructions of the operator
instructions of the filling station
and local laws.
when refuelling.
Note
In the event of an accident, switch off
the ignition and lights. Close the
manual shut-off valve on multivalve.

Liquid gas refuelling

Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station when
refuelling.
The filling valve for the liquid gas is
behind the fuel filler cap.
The fuel filler flap can only be opened The fuel filler cap can be retained in
if the vehicle is unlocked. Pull flap at the bracket on the fuel filler flap.
the recess and open. To refuel, fully insert the pump nozzle
To open, turn the cap slowly to the and switch it on.
left. After the automatic cut-off, the tank
can be topped-up with a maximum
Petrol and Diesel refuelling two doses of fuel. Unscrew protective cap from the filler
To open, turn the cap slowly to the
neck.
left. Caution
Wipe off any overflowing fuel
immediately.
To close, turn the fuel filler cap to the

right until it clicks.
Close the flap and let engage.

DISH (Italy) filler neck: Place the filler

nozzle into the adapter. Press locking 9 Warning
lever on filler nozzle down.
Due to the system design, an
Bayonet filler neck: Place filler nozzle escape of liquid gas after
on the adapter and turn to the left or releasing the locking lever is
right through one quarter turn. Pull unavoidable. Avoid inhaling.
locking lever of filler nozzle fully.
EURO filler neck: Press the filler
nozzle onto the adapter until it 9 Warning
engages.
The liquid gas tank may only be
Press the button at the liquid gas filled to 80% for safety reasons.
supply point. The filling system stops
Fit the required adapter. or begins to run slowly when 80% of The multivalve on the liquid gas tank
the tank volume is reached automatically limits the fill quantity. If
(maximum fill level). a larger quantity is added, we
Release button on filling system and recommend not exposing the vehicle
the filling process stops. Release the to the sun until the excess amount
locking lever and remove the filler has been used up.
nozzle. A small quantity of liquid gas
can escape. Filling adapter
Remove adapter and stow in vehicle. As filling systems are not
standardised, different adapters are
Fit protective cap to prevent the required which are available from
penetration of foreign bodies into the Opel Distributors and from Opel
filler opening and the system. Authorised Repairers.
ACME Adapter: Screw the nut of the
filling nozzle onto the adapter. Press
locking lever on filler nozzle down.

Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania,

Macedonia, Austria, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Sweden,
Switzerland, Serbia, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Czech Republic, Turkey,
Ukraine, Hungary
Fuel filler cap

Only use genuine fuel filler caps.
Diesel-engined and Ethanol-engined
vehicles have special fuel filler caps.
ACME adapter: Belgium, Germany, EURO adapter: Spain Fuel consumption - CO2-
Ireland, Luxembourg, Switzerland
Emissions
The fuel consumption (combined) of
the model Opel Insignia is within a
range of 11.3 to 4.3 l/100 km.
The CO2 emission (combined) is
within a range of 265 to 115 g/km.
For the values specific for your
vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of
Conformity provided with your vehicle
or other national registration
documents.
DISH (Italy) adapter: Bosnia-
Bayonet adapter: Netherlands, Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Denmark,
Norway, Spain, United Kingdom Estonia, France, Greece, Italy,

General information Trailer hitch Driving characteristics and

The official fuel consumption and towing tips
specific CO2 emission figures quoted General information Before attaching a trailer, lubricate
relate to the EU base model with
The factory-fitted towing equipment is the coupling ball. However, do not do
standard equipment.
folded up under the rear bumper so if a stabiliser, which acts on the
Fuel consumption data and CO2 fascia. coupling ball, is being used to reduce
emission data are determined Entrust retrofitting of towing snaking movements.
according to regulation R (EC) No. equipment to a workshop. It may be For trailers with low driving stability
715/2007 (in the version respectively necessary to make changes that and trailers with a permitted gross
applicable), taking into consideration affect the cooling system, heat vehicle weight of more than 1400 kg
the vehicle weight in running order, as shields or other equipment. Only use (Front-wheel drive)/1600 kg (All-
specified by the regulation. towing equipment that has been wheel drive) the use of a stabiliser is
The figures are provided only for the approved for your vehicle. strongly recommended when driving
purpose of comparison between To avoid vehicle damage, the power above 80 km/h.
different vehicle variants and must tailgate cannot be operated with the If the trailer starts snaking, drive more
not be taken as a guarantee for the radio remote control when a trailer is slowly, do not attempt to correct the
actual fuel consumption of a electrically connected. steering and brake sharply if
particular vehicle. Additional
Fitting of towing equipment could necessary.
equipment may result in slightly
higher results than the stated cover the opening of the towing eye. When driving downhill, drive in the
consumption and CO2 figures. If this is the case use the coupling ball same gear as if driving uphill and
bar for towing. drive at a similar speed.
Furthermore, fuel consumption is
dependent on personal driving style Adjust tyre pressure to the value
as well as road and traffic conditions. specified for full load 3 289.

Trailer towing The permissible gross train weight Rear axle load
must not be exceeded. This weight is When the trailer is coupled and the
Trailer loads specified on the identification plate towing vehicle fully loaded, the
The permissible trailer loads are 3 264. permissible rear axle load (see
vehicle and engine-dependent identification plate or vehicle
maximum values which must not be
Vertical coupling load documents) may be exceeded by
exceeded. The actual trailer load is The vertical coupling load is the load 90 kg for the 5-door Hatchback/4-
the difference between the actual exerted by the trailer on the coupling door Saloon and 85 kg for the Sports
gross weight of the trailer and the ball. It can be varied by changing the Tourer/Country Tourer, the gross
actual coupling socket load with the weight distribution when loading the vehicle weight rating may be
trailer coupled. trailer. exceeded by 65 kg for the 5-door
The maximum permissible vertical Hatchback/4-door Saloon and 60 kg
The permissible trailer loads are
coupling load (85 kg) is specified on for the Sports Tourer/Country Tourer.
specified in the vehicle documents. In
the towing equipment identification If the permissible rear axle load is
general, they are valid for gradients
plate and in the vehicle documents. exceeded, a maximum speed of
up to max. 12 %.
Always aim for the maximum load, 100 km/h applies.
The permitted trailer load applies up especially in the case of heavy
to the specified incline and up to an trailers. The vertical coupling load
altitude of 1000 metres above sea should never fall below 25 kg.
Towing equipment
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air Caution
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross The folding coupling ball bar
train weight also decreases by 10 % cannot be removed from the
for every 1000 metres of additional vehicle. When driving without a
altitude. The gross train weight does trailer, fold in the coupling ball bar.
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than
8 %, e.g. motorways).

Stow/hide coupling ball bar

9 Warning
Make sure that no one is in the
pivot zone of the coupling ball bar.
Risk of body injury.
When releasing the stowed
coupling ball bar, make sure to
stand left of the grip.
Release stowed coupling ball

bar
A buzzing tone sounds as a warning
when the release handle is pulled out
Pull the grip located left of the number
and the ball neck is disengaged.
plate under the rear bumper fascia at
Take the released coupling ball bar an angle of approx. 45 to the ground.
and raise it up until it engages.
Ensure the coupling ball bar is
correctly engaged and the released
handle is guided back to its hidden
initial position, otherwise the buzzing
tone will not stop.
Pull the grip located left to the number

plate under the rear bumper fascia at
an angle of approx. 45 to the ground.

With the flat of the hand, swivel the selectively braked until the snaking
released coupling ball bar to the right ceases. While system is working keep
until it engages under the floor. Make steering wheel as still as possible.
sure that the release handle is back in Trailer stability assistant (TSA) is a
its hidden initial position, otherwise function of the Electronic Stability
the buzzing tone will not stop. Control 3 167.
9 Warning
Towing a trailer is permitted only
when the coupling ball bar is fitted
correctly. If the coupling ball bar
does not engage correctly or if the
A buzzing tone sounds as a warning release handle is impossible to
when the release handle is pulled out guide to its hidden initial position in
and the ball neck is disengaged. the housing or if the buzzing tone
sounds after engaging the
coupling ball bar, seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Eye for break-away stopping cable

Attach break-away stopping cable to
eye.
Trailer stability assist

If the system detects snaking
movements, engine power is reduced
and the vehicle/trailer combination is

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Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage

Accessories and vehicle Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several
General Information ................... 213 modifications months:
Vehicle checks ........................... 214 We recommend to use genuine parts
Wash and wax the vehicle.
and accessories and factory
Bulb replacement ....................... 222 Have the wax in the engine
approved parts specific for your
Electrical system ........................ 232 vehicle type. We cannot assess or compartment and underbody
Vehicle tools .............................. 239 guarantee reliability of other products checked.
Wheels and tyres ....................... 240 - even if they have a regulatory or Clean and preserve rubber seals.
otherwise granted approval. Fill up fuel tank completely.
Jump starting ............................. 252
Do not make any modifications to the Change engine oil.
Towing ....................................... 254 electrical system, e.g. changes of
Appearance care ....................... 257 electronic control units (chip tuning). Drain washer fluid reservoir.
Check coolant antifreeze and
Caution corrosion protection.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
When transporting the vehicle on specified for full load.
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
Park vehicle in dry, well ventilated
mud flaps might be damaged.
place. Engage first or reverse gear
or set selector lever to P. Prevent
the vehicle from rolling.
Do not apply parking brake.

214 Vehicle care
Open bonnet, close all doors and

lock the vehicle.
website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
Vehicle checks
recycling centre.
Disconnect the clamp from the Performing work
negative terminal of the vehicle Gas vehicles must be recycled by a
battery. Beware that all systems are service centre authorised for gas
not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm vehicles.
system.
Putting back into operation

When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
Connect the clamp to the negative
terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronics of the
power windows.
Check tyre pressure.
Fill up the washer fluid reservoir. 9 Warning
Check the engine oil level.
Check the coolant level. Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
Fit the number plate if necessary.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our

Vehicle care 215
9 Danger Engine oil

Check the engine oil manually on a
The ignition system and Xenon regular basis to prevent damage to
headlights use extremely high the engine. Ensure that the correct
voltage. Do not touch. specification of oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants
Bonnet 3 262.
Check with the vehicle on a level
Opening surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.
Move the safety catch sideways to the Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,
left vehicle side and open the bonnet. insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
out and read the engine oil level.
The bonnet is held open
automatically. Insert dipstick to the stop on the
handle and make half a turn.
Air intake 3 146.
If the bonnet is opened during an
Autostop, the engine will be restarted
automatically for safety reasons.
Pull the release lever and return it to Closing
its original position.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop
into the catch. Check that the bonnet
is engaged.

216 Vehicle care
When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
Different dipsticks are used The engine oil level must not exceed
depending on engine variant. the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Caution
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at Overfilled engine oil must be
last change. drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 288, Engine oil quality/

viscosity 3 262.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

Vehicle care 217
Engine coolant On another version the filling line

mark is inside the filler opening. To
The coolant provides freeze check open the cap.
protection down to approx. -28 C. In
northern countries with very low Additional cooling circuit for Turbo
temperatures the factory filled coolant engine
provides frost protection down to Coolant container is fixed at the air
approx. -37 C. cleaner housing.
Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the
Caution filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
Too low a coolant level can cause
engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.

218 Vehicle care
General Washer fluid Brakes

In the event of minimum thickness of
9 Warning the brake lining, a squealing noise
sounds during braking.
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open Continued driving is possible but
the cap, relieving the pressure have the brake lining replaced as
slowly. soon as possible.
Once new brake linings are installed,
To top up use a 1:1 mixture of do not brake unnecessarily hard for
released coolant concentrate mixed the first few journeys.
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have
Brake fluid
the coolant concentration checked
Fill with clean water mixed with a 9 Warning
and have the cause of the coolant
suitable quantity of windscreen
loss remedied by a workshop.
washer fluid which contains Brake fluid is poisonous and
antifreeze. For the correct mixing ratio corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,
refer to the washer fluid container. skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.

Vehicle care 219
Vehicle battery Laying up the vehicle for more than

4 weeks can lead to vehicle battery
Vehicles without stop-start system discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
will be equipped with a lead acid the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Vehicles with stop-start battery.
system will be equipped with an AGM
battery which is not a lead acid Ensure the ignition is switched off
battery. before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile Battery discharge protection 3 132.
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and Replacing the vehicle battery
frequent engine starts can discharge Note
The brake fluid level must be between the battery. Avoid the use of Any deviation from the instructions
the MIN and the MAX marks. unnecessary electrical consumers. given in this paragraph may lead to
When topping up, ensure maximum a temporary deactivation of the stop-
cleanliness as contamination of the start system.
brake fluid can lead to brake system
malfunctions. Have the cause of the
loss of brake fluid remedied by a
workshop.
Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for the vehicle. Brake Batteries do not belong in household
and clutch fluid 3 262. waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.

220 Vehicle care
The vehicle battery is covered. Charging the vehicle battery

Remove the cover to replace the
battery. Lift up the cover at the rear 9 Warning
and unlatch it at the front.
When the battery is being replaced, On vehicles with stop-start
please ensure that there are no open system, ensure that the charging
ventilation holes in the vicinity of the potential does not exceed
positive terminal. If a ventilation hole 14.6 volts when using a battery
is open in this area, it must be closed charger. Otherwise the battery
off with a dummy cap, and the might be damaged.
ventilation in the vicinity of the
negative terminal must be opened. Jump starting 3 252.
Only use vehicle batteries that allow An AGM battery can be identified by
the fuse box to be mounted above the the label on the battery. We Warning label
battery. recommend the use of an original
In vehicles with stop-start system, be Opel battery.
sure to have the AGM (Absorptive Note
Glass Mat) battery replaced with an Using an AGM battery different from
AGM battery again. the original Opel battery might result
in a lower performance of the stop-
start system.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.

Vehicle care 221
Meaning of symbols: Diesel fuel system Lift the wiper arm and open the
No sparks, naked flames or retaining clip.
smoking.
bleeding
If the tank has been run dry, the diesel
Always shield eyes. Explosive fuel system must be bled. Switch on
gases can cause blindness or the ignition three times for
injury. 15 seconds at a time. Then crank the
Keep the vehicle battery out of engine for a maximum of
reach of children. 40 seconds. Repeat this process after
The vehicle battery contains no less than 5 seconds. If the engine
sulphuric acid which could cause fails to start, seek the assistance of a
blindness or serious burn injuries. workshop.
See the Owners Manual for further
information. Wiper blade replacement
Explosive gas may be present in
the vicinity of the vehicle battery. Wiper blades on the windscreen Disengage the wiper blade and
remove.
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.

222 Vehicle care
Wiper blade on the rear window Bulb replacement Halogen headlights

Switch off the ignition and switch off
the relevant switch or close the doors.
Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do
not touch the bulb glass with bare
hands.
Use only the same bulb type for
replacement.
Replace headlight bulbs from within
the engine compartment.
Bulb check
Lift the wiper arm. Press the two After a bulb replacement switch on Bi-Halogen Headlight (1) with one
catches on the arm, disengage the the ignition, operate and check the bulb for low and high beam.
wiper blade and remove. lights.
Sidelight/Daytime running light (2).
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled
to the wiper arm and push until it Front turn signal light (3)
engages.
Lower wiper arm carefully.

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Bi-Halogen Headlight (1) 2. Rotate the bulb holder

anticlockwise to disengage.
Withdraw the bulb holder from the
reflector.
1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

remove it.
On left vehicle side pull filling pipe out
of the windscreen washer fluid
container.
3. Disengage the bulb holder from
the plug connector by bending
apart slightly the retaining lug.
4. Replace the bulb and connect
with the plug.
5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging
the two lugs into the reflector and
rotate clockwise to secure.
6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

224 Vehicle care
Sidelight/Daytime running light 3. Remove the bulb from the socket

(2) by pulling.
4. Replace and insert new bulb into
socket.
5. Insert the bulb socket into the
housing and let engage.
Sidelight/Daytime running light

with LEDs
On another version sidelight and
2. Press snap-in tongues together daytime running lights are designed
and move socket out of the as LEDs. In case of defective have
housing. LEDs replaced by a workshop.
1. Rotate cap anticlockwise and
withdraw from the reflector. Front turn light (3)

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1. Rotate bulb socket anti-clockwise Xenon headlights Corner lighting

to disengage. Withdraw the bulb
socket from the housing.
9 Danger
Adaptive forward lighting system
uses Xenon headlights.
Xenon headlights work under
extremely high electrical voltage.
Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced
by a workshop.
Bulbs for front turn signal and
corner lighting can be changed.
Sidelight/Daytime running lights are 1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

designed as Light Emitting Diodes remove it.
2. Push bulb into socket slightly, (LEDs) and cannot be changed.
rotate anti-clockwise and remove.
3. Replace and insert new bulb into
socket by rotating clockwise.
4. Insert bulb socket in reflector,
rotate clockwise to engage.

226 Vehicle care
2. Rotate the bulb holder Front turn signal 2. Rotate the bulb holder
anticlockwise to disengage. anticlockwise to disengage.
Withdraw the bulb holder from the Withdraw the bulb holder from the
reflector. reflector.
1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

remove it.
3. Disengage the bulb from the plug 3. Disengage the bulb holder from
connector by unlatching and the plug connector by unlatching
pulling. and pulling.
4. Replace the bulb and connect 4. Replace the bulb and connect
bulb holder with the plug bulb holder with the plug.
connector. 5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging
5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the reflector and
the two lugs into the reflector and rotate clockwise to secure.
rotate clockwise to secure.

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Sidelight/Daytime running light Tail lights

Sidelight and daytime running lights
are designed as LEDs. In case of 5-door Hatchback/4-door
failure, have LEDs replaced by a Saloon
workshop.
Fog lights
The bulbs are accessible from the
underside of the vehicle.
2. Disengage the bulb socket from

the plug connector by pressing
the retaining lug.
3. Remove and replace the bulb
socket with bulb and attach the
plug connector. 1. Remove cover from the inside of
the load compartment.
4. Insert the bulb socket into the
reflector and turn clockwise to
engage.
1. Turn the bulb holder anti-

clockwise and remove it from the
reflector.

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3. Carefully withdraw the light failure, have LEDs replaced by a

assembly from the recesses and workshop.
remove. 5. Insert bulb holder into the tail light
assembly and turn clockwise. Fit
light assembly with the retaining
pins into the recesses of the
vehicle body and tighten the
securing nuts from the inside of
the load compartment. Close
cover.
Sports Tourer/Country Tourer

2. Unscrew three plastic securing
nuts from the inside by hand.
4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise

and remove. Replace bulb by
withdrawing or turning:
Turn signal light 1
Rear fog light 2, only on driver side
Reverse light 3
Tail light and brake light are
designed as LEDs. In case of
1. Release and open the cover in the
tailgate.

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3. Carefully withdraw the light pins into the recesses of the

assembly from the recesses and tailgate and tighten the securing
remove. nuts from the inside of the tailgate.
Close cover.
Additional tail lights in the tailgate
frame
1. Open tailgate.
2. Unscrew three plastic securing

nuts by hand.

and remove. Replace bulb by
withdrawing:
Reverse light 1
Turn signal light 2 2. Release cover in side trim panel
Tail light, brake light and rear fog and remove.
light are designed as LEDs. In
case of failure, have LEDs
replaced by a workshop.
5. Insert bulb holder into the tail light
assembly and turn clockwise. Fit
light assembly with the retaining

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5. Push bulb into socket slightly, 1. On left vehicle side, slide lamp to
rotate anti-clockwise, remove and the front and remove it out of the
renew bulb. Insert plastic nut into fender with the rear end.
bulb holder by rotating clockwise. On right vehicle side, slide lamp to
Tail light (1) the rear and remove it out of the
Turn signal light (2) fender with the front end.
6. Insert bulb holder into the tailgate
frame. Close cover in the side trim
panel.
Side turn signal lights

3. Press out lamp housing from the To replace bulb, remove lamp
inside of the side trim panel. housing:

and remove from housing.
4. Rotate plastic nut anticlockwise

and remove from the bulb holder.

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Number plate light
3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and 2. Remove lamp downwards, taking
replace it. care not to pull on the cable.
4. Insert bulb holder and turn 1. Insert screwdriver in bulb
clockwise. housing, press to the side and
5. On left side: insert front end into release spring.
fender, slide forward and insert
rear end.
On right side: insert rear end into
fender, slide rearward and insert
front end.
3. Remove bulb holder from lamp

housing by turning anticlockwise.

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4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and

replace it.
Electrical system
5. Insert bulb holder into lamp Fuses
housing and turn clockwise.
Data on the replacement fuse must
6. Insert lamp into bumper and let match the data on the defective fuse.
engage.
There are three fuse boxes in the
vehicle:
Interior lights in the front left of the engine
compartment,
Courtesy light, reading lights
in left-hand drive vehicles, in the
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
interior behind the storage
2. Press bulb slightly towards spring compartment, or, in right-hand
Load compartment light clip and remove. drive vehicles, behind the
3. Insert new bulb. glovebox,
4. Install lamp. behind a cover on the left side of the
load compartment.
Instrument panel Before replacing a fuse, turn off the
respective switch and the ignition.
illumination
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
1. Prise the lamp out with a

screwdriver.

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Depending on the type of fuse, a

blown fuse can be recognized by its
melted wire. Do not replace the fuse
until the cause of the fault has been
remedied.
Some functions are protected by
several fuses.
Fuses may also be inserted without
existence of a function.
Fuse extractor
A fuse extractor may be located in the
There are different kinds of fuses in fuse box in the engine compartment. Place the fuse extractor on the
the vehicle. various types of fuse from the top or
side, and withdraw fuse.

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Engine compartment fuse No. Circuit

box 1 Transmission control module
2 Engine control module
3
4
5 Ignition, Transmission control
module, Engine control module
6 Windscreen wiper
7
8 Fuel injection, ignition system
The fuse box is in the front left of the 9 Fuel injection, ignition system
engine compartment. 10 Engine control module
Disengage the cover, lift it upwards
11 Lambda probe
and remove.
12 Starter
13 Sensor throttle heating
14 Lighting
15 Rear window wiper

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No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit

16 Vacuum pump, mass air flow 31 Air conditioning system 46 Terminal 87, main relay
meter, water in fuel sensor, DC
transformer 32 Body control module 47 Lambda probe
17 33 Heated front seats 48 Fog lights
18 Adaptive forward lighting 34 Sunroof 49 Right low beam
19 Adaptive forward lighting 35 Infotainment system 50 Left low beam
20 Fuel pump 36 51 Horn
21 Rear power windows 37 Right high beam 52 Ignition
22 ABS 38 Left high beam 53 Ignition, ventilated front seats
23 Variable effort steering 39 54 Ignition
24 Front power windows 40 55 Power windows, mirror folding
25 Power outlets 41 Vacuum pump 56 Windscreen washer
26 ABS 42 Radiator fan 57
27 Electric parking brake 43 Vehicle battery, DC transformer 58

(only on vehicles with stop-start
28 Heated rear window system) 59 Diesel fuel heating, emission
control system
29 Left power seat 44 Headlamp washer system
60 Mirror heating
30 Right power seat 45 Radiator fan
61 Mirror heating

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No. Circuit Instrument panel fuse box

62
63 Rear window sensor
64 Adaptive forward lighting
65 Auxiliary pump (only on vehicles
with stop-start system)
66 Rear window washer system
67 Fuel system control module
68 In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse
69 Vehicle battery sensor box is located behind a cover in the
In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse glovebox. Open the glovebox and
70 Rain sensor box is behind the storage remove the cover.
compartment in the instrument panel.
71 Vehicle battery sensor
Open compartment, compress the
After changing of defective fuses locking tabs, fold compartment down
close the fuse box cover and press and remove.
until it engages.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunctions may occur.

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No. Circuit No. Circuit Load compartment fuse

1 Infotainment system, Info 16 Central locking system, tailgate box
display
17 Air conditioning system
2 Body control unit
18 Transportation fuse
3 Body control unit
19 Memory
4 Infotainment system, Info
display 20
5 Infotainment system, Info 21 Instrument

display 22 Ignition
6 Cigarette lighter 23 Body control unit
7 Power outlet 24 Body control unit
8 Body control unit 25 The fuse box is on the left side of the
load compartment behind a cover.
9 Body control unit 26 Power outlet load compartment Remove the cover.
10 Body control unit
Power seats, No's. 12 and 13, have
11 Interior fan an overload protection. The circuit will
be closed again after cooling down.
12
13
14 Diagnostic connector
15 Airbag

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No. Circuit No. Circuit

1 Central locking system, Power 17
tailgate
18
2 Trailer module
19 Side obstacle detector
3
20 Side obstacle detector, venti
4 lated front seats
5 Trailer socket 21 Active damping system, High
beam assist, Cruise control,
6 Steering wheel heating Traffic sign assistant, Lane
7 departure warning, trailer
module
8 Trailer socket
22 Anti-theft alarm system
9 Sunroof
23 All-wheel drive, anti-theft alarm
10 Central locking system, tailgate system
11 24
12 25
13 26
14 27
15 Power tailgate lock 28
16 Air conditioning system

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No. Circuit Vehicle tools Vehicles with spare wheel

29 Trailer module, transportation
fuse Tools
30 Side obstacle detector Vehicles with tyre repair kit
31
32
33
34 Sunroof
35
36 The jack with wheel wrench, the tools,
37 an extension bolt for securing a
damaged wheel and the towing eye
are placed in the tool box below the
The tools and the towing eye are spare wheel in the load compartment.
located together with the tyre repair Spare wheel 3 250.
kit in a tool box below the floor cover
in the load compartment.

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Wheels and tyres Tyre designations

E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H
Tyre condition, wheel condition 215 = Tyre width, mm
Drive over edges slowly and at right 60 = Cross-section ratio (tyre
angles if possible. Driving over sharp height to tyre width), %
edges can cause tyre and wheel R = Belt type: Radial
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb RF = Type: RunFlat
when parking. 16 = Wheel diameter, inches
95 = Load index e.g. 95 is
Regularly check the wheels for equivalent to 690 kg
damage. Seek the assistance of a H = Speed code letter
workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear. Speed code letter: Tyre pressure 3 289.
Q = up to 160 km/h The tyre and loading information label
Winter tyres S = up to 180 km/h on the left door frame indicates the
T = up to 190 km/h original equipment tyres and the
Winter tyres improve driving safety at
H = up to 210 km/h correspondent tyre pressures.
temperatures below 7 C and should
V = up to 240 km/h The tyre pressure data refers to cold
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
W = up to 270 km/h tyres. It applies to summer and winter
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in tyres.
the driver's field of view. Tyre pressure Always inflate the spare tyre to the
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter Check the pressure of cold tyres at pressure specified for full load.
tyres 3 289. least every 14 days and before any The ECO tyre pressure serves to
long journey. Do not forget the spare achieve the smallest amount of fuel
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon, wheel. This also applies to vehicles
Sports Tourer consumption possible.
with tyre pressure monitoring system.
Use tyre size 205/60 R 16 and Unscrew the valve cap.
235/45 R 18 only as winter tyres.

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Incorrect tyre pressures will impair

safety, vehicle handling, comfort and 9 Warning Caution
fuel economy and will increase tyre
wear. If the pressure is too low, this can Tyre pressure monitoring system
result in considerable tyre warm- warns just about low tyre pressure
Tyre pressures differ depending on up and internal damage, leading to condition and does not replace
various options. For the correct tyre tread separation and even to tyre regular tyre maintenance by the
pressure value, follow the procedure blow-out at high speeds. driver.
below:
1. Identify drive axle and body style. If the tyre pressure shall be reduced All wheels must be equipped with
2. Identify the engine identifier code. or increased on a vehicle with tyre pressure sensors and the tyres must
Engine data 3 269. pressure monitoring system, switch have the prescribed pressure.
off ignition. After adjusting tyre Select the Tyre pressure monitoring
3. Identify the respective tyre. pressure switch on ignition and select page under the Info Menu in the
The tyre pressure tables show all the according setting on the page Driver Information Centre 3 107
possible tyre combinations 3 289. Tyre load in the Driver Information
For the tyres approved for your Centre, 3 107.
vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of
Conformity provided with your vehicle Tyre pressure monitoring
or other national registration
documents. system
The driver is responsible for correct The tyre pressure monitoring system
adjustment of tyre pressure. checks the pressure of all four wheels
once a minute when vehicle speed
exceeds a certain limit.

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System status and pressure warnings If the tyre pressure must be reduced Vehicle loading status
are displayed by a message with the or increased, switch off ignition. Adjust tyre pressure to load condition
corresponding tyre flashing in the Only mount wheels with pressure according tyre information label or
Driver Information Centre. sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure tyre pressure chart 3 289, and select
will not be displayed and w the according setting in the Tyre
illuminates continuously. loading page under the Settings
A spare wheel or temporary spare menu in the Driver Information Centre
wheel is not equipped with pressure 3 107.
sensors. The tyre pressure
monitoring system is not operational
for these wheels. Control indicator w
A detected low tyre pressure illuminates. For the further three
condition is indicated by the control wheels the system remains
indicator w 3 104. operational.
If w lights up, stop as soon as The use of commercially available
possible and inflate the tyres as liquid tyre repair kits can impair the
recommended 3 289. function of the system. Factory
After inflating driving may be required approved repair kits can be used.
to update the tyre pressure values in External high-power radio equipment
the Driver Information Centre. During could disrupt the tyre pressure
this time w may light up. monitoring system. Select:
If w lights up at lower temperatures Each time the tyres are replaced tyre Light for comfort pressure up to
and extinguishes after some driving, pressure monitoring system sensors 3 people
this could be an indicator for getting must be dismounted and serviced.
low pressure. Check tyre pressure. For the screwed sensor replace valve Eco for Eco pressure up to
core and sealing ring, for clipped 3 people
Vehicle messages 3 116.
sensor replace complete valve stem. Max for full loading

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Auto learn function Tread depth indicators (TWI). Their position is

After changing wheels the vehicle indicated by markings on the
Check tread depth at regular sidewall.
must be stationary for approx. intervals.
20 minutes, before the system If there is more wear at the front than
recalculates. The following relearn Tyres should be replaced for safety the rear, swap round front wheels and
process takes up to 10 minutes of reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm rear wheels periodically. Ensure that
driving with a minimum speed of (4 mm for winter tyres). the direction of rotation of the wheels
20 km/h. In this case $ can be For safety reasons, it is remains the same.
displayed or pressure values can recommended that the tread depth of Tyres age, even if they are not used.
swap in the Driver Information Centre. the tyres on one axle should not vary We recommend tyre replacement
If problems occur during the relearn by more than 2 mm. every 6 years.
process, a warning message is
Centre. Changing tyre and wheel
size
Temperature dependency If tyres of a different size than those
Tyre pressure depends on the fitted at the factory are used, it may be
temperature of the tyre. During necessary to reprogramme the
driving tyre temperature and pressure speedometer as well as the nominal
increase. tyre pressure and make other vehicle
The tyre pressure value displayed in modifications.
the Driver Information Centre shows After converting to a different tyre
the actual tyre pressure. Therefore it size, have the label with tyre
is important to check tyre pressure pressures replaced.
with cold tyres. The legally permissible minimum
tread depth (1.6 mm) has been
reached when the tread has worn
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Wheel caps Always use fine mesh chains that add

9 Warning no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread
Tyres of size 245/35 R20 have a
specific wheel cap. To remove the and the inboard sides (including chain
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels lock).
may lead to accidents and will cap from the dismantled wheel first
invalidate the vehicle type disengage the arms one by one. Then
press the cap in the middle area from 9 Warning
approval.
behind and remove it.
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
Wheel covers To assemble first adjust the wheel
cap in order that the positioning leg
Wheel covers and tyres that are fits into the recess. 5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,
factory approved for the respective Sports Tourer
vehicle and comply with all of the Tyre chains are only permitted on
relevant wheel and tyre combination Tyre chains tyres of size 205/60 R 16,
requirements must be used. 215/60 R 16, 225/55 R 17,
If the wheel covers and tyres used are 225/45 R 18, 225/50 R 17 and
not factory approved, the tyres must 235/45 R 18.
not have a rim protection ridge. Country Tourer
Wheel covers must not impair brake Tyre chains are only permitted on
cooling. tyres of size 235/45 R 18.
Temporary spare wheel
9 Warning
The use of tyre chains is not permitted
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel on the temporary spare wheel.
covers could lead to sudden
pressure loss and thereby Tyre repair kit
accidents.
Tyre chains are only permitted on the Minor damage to the tyre tread can be
front wheels. repaired with the tyre repair kit.

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Do not remove foreign bodies from

the tyres.
Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that
is at tyre's side wall cannot be
repaired with the tyre repair kit.
9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
The tyre repair kit is in a compartment 3. Remove the electrical connection
If you have a flat tyre: under the floor cover in the load cable and air hose from the
compartment. stowage compartments on the
Apply the parking brake and engage underside of the compressor.
first gear, reverse gear or P. 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the
compartment.
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4. Screw the compressor air hose to 9. Connect the compressor plug to 12. All of the sealant is pumped into
the connection on the sealant the power outlet or cigarette the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.
bottle. lighter socket. 13. The prescribed tyre pressure
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the To avoid discharging the battery, should be obtained within
retainer on the compressor. we recommend running the 10 minutes. Tyre pressure
Set the compressor near the tyre engine. 3 289. When the correct pressure
in such a way that the sealant is obtained, switch off the
bottle is upright. compressor.
10. Set the rocker switch on the

compressor to I. The tyre is filled
with sealant. If the prescribed tyre pressure is
6. Unscrew valve cap from defective not obtained within 10 minutes,
tyre. 11. The compressor pressure gauge remove the tyre repair kit. Move
7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilst the vehicle one tyre rotation.
valve. the sealant bottle is emptying Reattach the tyre repair kit and
(approx. 30 seconds). Then the continue the filling procedure for
8. The switch on the compressor pressure starts to drop.
must be set to J. 10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre
pressure is still not obtained, the

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tyre is too badly damaged. Seek hose directly onto tyre valve and If unusual noise is heard or the
the assistance of a workshop. compressor when doing this. compressor becomes hot, turn
Drain excess tyre pressure with compressor off for at least 30
the button over the pressure minutes.
indicator. The built-in safety valve opens at a
Do not run the compressor longer pressure of 7 bar.
than 10 minutes. Note the expiry date of the kit. After
14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push this date its sealing capability is no
catch on bracket to remove longer guaranteed. Pay attention to
sealant bottle from bracket. Screw storage information on sealant
tyre inflation hose to the free bottle.
connection of sealant bottle. This Replace the used sealant bottle.
prevents sealant from escaping. Dispose of the bottle as prescribed
Stow tyre repair kit in load by applicable laws.
compartment. If tyre pressure is more than
1.3 bar, set it to the correct value. The compressor and sealant can be
15. Remove any excess sealant Repeat the procedure until there used from approx. -30 C.
using a cloth. is no more loss of pressure. The adapters supplied can be used
16. Take the label indicating If the tyre pressure has fallen to pump up other items e.g.
maximum permitted speed from below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must footballs, air mattresses, inflatable
the sealant bottle and affix in the not be used. Seek the assistance dinghies etc. They are located on the
driver's field of view. of a workshop. underside of the compressor. To
17. Continue driving immediately so remove, screw on compressor air
18. Stow away tyre repair kit in load hose and withdraw adapter.
that sealant is evenly distributed compartment.
in the tyre. After driving approx.
10 km (but no more than Note Wheel changing
10 minutes), stop and check tyre The driving characteristics of the Some vehicles are equipped with a
pressure. Screw compressor air repaired tyre is severely affected, tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel
therefore have this tyre replaced. 3 244.

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Make the following preparations and Do not start the vehicle when it is Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel
observe the following information: raised on the jack. nut caps with a screwdriver and
Park the vehicle on a level, firm and Clean wheel nuts and thread with a remove. To protect the wheel,
non-skid surface. The front wheels clean cloth before mounting the place a soft cloth between the
must be in the straight-ahead wheel. screwdriver and the alloy wheel.
position.
Apply the parking brake and 9 Warning
engage first gear, reverse gear or
P. Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel
nut and wheel nut cone.
Remove the spare wheel 3 250.
Never change more than one wheel
at once.
Use the jack only to change wheels
in case of puncture, not for
seasonal winter or summer tyre
change.
If the ground on which the vehicle 2. Fold out the wheel wrench and
is standing is soft, a solid board install ensuring that it locates
(max. 1 cm thick) should be placed securely and loosen each wheel
under the jack. nut by half a turn.
No people or animals may be in the
vehicle when it is jacked-up.
1. Disengage wheel nut caps with a
Never crawl under a jacked-up
screwdriver and remove. Pull off
vehicle.
the wheel cover with the hook.
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4. Ensure the jack is correctly

positioned under the relevant
vehicle jacking point.
3. Some versions may have covered Attach wheel wrench and with the
the vehicle jacking point. Pull out jack correctly aligned rotate wheel
the cover sideways. wrench until wheel is clear of the
ground.
5. Set the jack to the necessary
height. Position it directly below 6. Unscrew the wheel nuts.
the jacking point in a manner that 7. Change the wheel. Spare wheel
prevents it from slipping. 3 250.
8. Screw on the wheel nuts.
9. Lower vehicle.
10. Install the wheel wrench ensuring
that it locates securely and tighten
each nut in a crosswise
sequence. Tightening torque is
150 Nm.

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11. Align the valve hole in the wheel Rear arm position of the lifting
cover with the tyre valve before platform at the underbody. Caution
installing.
The use of a spare wheel that is
Install wheel nut caps. smaller than the other wheels or in
12. Install vehicle jacking point cover. combination with winter tyres
13. Stow the replaced wheel 3 250 could affect driveability. Have the
and the vehicle tools 3 239. defective tyre replaced as soon as
possible.
14. Check the tyre pressure of the
installed tyre and the wheel nut
torque as soon as possible.
Have the defective tyre renewed or
repaired as soon as possible.
Jacking position for lifting

Front arm position of the lifting
platform platform at the underbody.
Spare wheel
Some vehicles are equipped with a
tyre repair kit instead of a spare
wheel. The spare wheel is located in the load
The spare wheel can be classified as compartment beneath the floor
a temporary spare wheel depending covering.
on the size compared to the other To remove:
mounted wheels and country
regulations. 1. Open the floor cover.
The spare wheel has a steel rim.

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2. The spare wheel is secured with a

wing nut. Turn wing nut
anticlockwise and remove the
spare wheel.
Under the spare wheel there is the
box with vehicle tools.
3. When, after a wheel change, no
wheel is placed in the spare wheel
well, secure the tool box by
turning right back the wing nut and
close the floor cover.
Stowing the replaced full size Install the hexagon key of the wheel Store the tool box and the damaged
wheel in the spare wheel well wrench ensuring that it locates wheel outside up in the spare wheel
The spare wheel well is not designed securely on the bolt. well and secure it by turning the
for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel Turn the wheel wrench wing nut clockwise on the bolt.
wider than the spare must be stowed anticlockwise to loosen the bolt. The floor cover can be placed on the
in the spare wheel well, the thread Remove the bolt. projecting wheel.
bolt for mounting the wheel must be Take the extension bolt from the To fit the spare wheel in the well after
replaced by an extension bolt, located tool box 3 239 and screw it in hand- renewing the defective wheel use the
in the tool box 3 239. To replace the tight using the hexagon key of the short thread bolt again. Exchange the
bolt: wheel wrench. bolt in the same way.
Remove tool box from the spare
wheel well.

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9 Warning
If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the
rear while towing another vehicle,
Jump starting
mount the temporary spare wheel in
Storing a jack, a wheel or other Do not start with quick charger.
the front and the full tyre in the rear.
equipment in the load A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
compartment could cause injury if Tyre chains 3 244.
battery can be started using jump
they are not fixed properly. During leads and the vehicle battery of
a sudden stop or a collision, loose Directional tyres
another vehicle.
equipment could strike someone. Fit directional tyres such that they roll
in the direction of travel. The rolling
Store wheel, jack and tools always direction is indicated by a symbol
9 Warning
in the original storage location and (e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
secure them by fixing. Be extremely careful when starting
The following applies to tyres fitted with jump leads. Any deviation
Temporary spare wheel opposing the rolling direction: from the following instructions can
Driveability may be affected. Have lead to injuries or damage caused
Caution the defective tyre renewed or by battery explosion or damage to
repaired as soon as possible. the electrical systems of both
The use of a spare wheel that is Drive particularly carefully on wet vehicles.
smaller than the other wheels or in and snow-covered road surfaces.
combination with winter tyres 9 Warning
could affect driveability. Have the
defective tyre replaced as soon as Avoid contact of the battery with
possible. eyes, skin, fabrics and painted
surfaces. The fluid contains
Only mount one temporary spare sulphuric acid which can cause
wheel. Do not drive faster than injuries and damage in the event
80 km/h. Take curves slowly. Do not of direct contact.
use for a long period of time.

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Never expose the vehicle battery to The vehicles must not come into
naked flames or sparks. contact with each other during the
A discharged vehicle battery can jump starting process.
already freeze at a temperature of Apply the parking brake,
0 C. Defrost the frozen battery transmission in neutral, automatic
before connecting jump leads. transmission in P.
Wear eye protection and protective
clothing when handling a battery.
Use a booster battery with the
same voltage (12 Volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much
less than that of the discharged
vehicle battery. Lead connection order:
Use jump leads with insulated 1. Connect the red lead to the
terminals and a cross section of at positive terminal of the booster
least 16 mm2 (25 mm2 for diesel battery.
engines). 2. Connect the other end of the red
Do not disconnect the discharged lead to the positive terminal of the
If there is a cover over the vehicle discharged battery.
vehicle battery from the vehicle.
battery, remove it to charge or jump
Switch off all unnecessary electrical start the vehicle battery. Lift up the 3. Connect the black lead to the
consumers. cover at the rear and unlatch it at negative terminal of the booster
Do not lean over the vehicle battery the front. battery.
during jump starting. Open the positive terminal 4. Connect the other end of the black
Do not allow the terminals of one protection caps of both vehicle lead to a vehicle grounding point,
lead to touch those of the other batteries. such as the engine block or an
lead. engine mounting bolt. Connect as

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far away from the discharged

battery as possible, however at
Towing
least 60 cm.
Towing the vehicle
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine:
1. Start the engine of the vehicle
providing the jump.
2. After 5 minutes, start the other
engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than Country Tourer: insert a screwdriver
15 seconds at an interval of in the slot at the lower edge of the cap.
1 minute. Release the cap by carefully moving
3. Allow both engines to idle for the screwdriver downwards. To
approx. 3 minutes with the leads 5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon, prevent damage it is recommended to
connected. Sports Tourer: disengage cap at place a cloth between the screwdriver
4. Switch on electrical consumers bottom and remove downwards. and the frame.
(e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly
when removing leads.

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Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,

considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases
from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
OPC: insert screwdriver in the slot at Screw in the towing eye as far as it will windows.
the upper bend of the cap. Release go until it stops in a horizontal
the cap by carefully moving the position. Vehicles with manual transmission
screwdriver downwards. To prevent and All-wheel drive: If the vehicle is
Attach a tow rope or better still a tow towed with all four wheels on the
damage it is recommended to place a rod to the towing eye.
cloth between the screwdriver and ground then there are no technical
the frame. The towing eye must only be used for limitations for speed and distance. If
towing and not for recovering the only one axle has been raised, the
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle. maximum speed is 50 km/h. There is
vehicle tools 3 239. no distance limitation.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of Vehicles with automatic transmission
brake lights, horn and windscreen and Front-wheel drive: The vehicle
wiper. must be towed facing forwards, not
Transmission in neutral. faster than 80 km/h nor further than
100 km. In all other cases and when
the transmission is defective, the front
axle must be raised off the ground.

256 Vehicle care
Vehicles with automatic transmission 5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,

and All-wheel drive: The vehicle must Sports Tourer: insert cap at the
be towed facing forwards. If the bottom, turn slightly clockwise and
vehicle is towed with all four wheels close cap.
on the ground, the maximum speed is Country Tourer: insert cap with the
50 km/h and for a maximum of upper flange into the recess and fix
50 km. If the front axle has been cap by pushing.
raised, the maximum speed is
50 km/h. There is no distance OPC: insert cap with the lower flange
limitation. into the recess. Push the cap into the
bumper.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Towing another vehicle Country Tourer: insert a screwdriver
in the slot at the lower edge of the cap.
Release the cap by carefully moving
the screwdriver downwards. To
prevent damage it is recommended to
place a cloth between the screwdriver
and the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 239.
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,

Sports Tourer, OPC: disengage cap
at bottom and remove downwards.

Vehicle care 257
Caution Appearance care

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Exterior care
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle. Locks
The locks are lubricated at the factory
After towing, unscrew the towing eye. using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, as this has a
degreasing effect and impairs lock
function. After using de-icing agent,
have the locks regreased by a
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will workshop.
go until it stops in a horizontal
position. Washing
The lashing eye at the rear The paintwork of your vehicle is
underneath the vehicle must never be exposed to environmental influences.
used as a towing eye. Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
Attach a tow rope or better still a tow washes, select a programme that
rod to the towing eye. includes waxing.
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,
The towing eye must only be used for Sports Tourer, OPC: insert cap at the Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
towing and not for recovering a bottom, turn slightly clockwise and pollen and the like should be cleaned
vehicle. engage cap. off immediately, as they contain
Country Tourer: insert cap with the aggressive constituents which can
upper flange into the recess and fix cause paint damage.
cap by pushing.

258 Vehicle care
If using a vehicle wash, comply with Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the Plastic body parts must not be treated
the vehicle wash manufacturer's vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use with wax or polishing agents.
instructions. The windscreen wiper separate leathers for painted and
and rear window wiper must be glass surfaces: remnants of wax on Windows and windscreen wiper
switched off. Remove antenna and the windows will impair vision. blades
external accessories such as roof Have the door hinges of all doors Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
racks etc. greased by a workshop. leather together with window cleaner
If you wash your vehicle by hand, Do not use hard objects to remove and insect remover.
make sure that the insides of the spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on When cleaning the rear window from
wheel housings are also thoroughly painted surfaces. inside, always wipe in parallel to the
rinsed out. heating element to prevent damage.
Wax painted parts of the vehicle Exterior lights For mechanical removal of ice, use a
regularly. Headlight and other light covers are sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
Clean edges and folds on opened made of plastic. Do not use any scraper firmly against the glass so
doors and the bonnet as well as the abrasive or caustic agents, do not use that no dirt can get under it and
areas they cover. an ice scraper, and do not clean them scratch the glass.
dry.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
Caution soft cloth and window cleaner.
Polishing and waxing
Always use a cleaning agent with Wax the vehicle regularly (at the Sunroof
a pH value of 4 to 9. latest when water no longer beads).
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot agents, fuels, aggressive media
surfaces. Polishing is necessary only if the paint (e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
has become dull or if solid deposits containing solutions etc.), acidic or
Do not clean the engine compartment have become attached to it. highly alkaline media or abrasive
with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet Paintwork polish with silicone forms a pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
cleaner. protective film, making waxing agents to the sunroof.
unnecessary.

Vehicle care 259
Wheels and tyres Before and after winter, wash the Interior care
Do not use high-pressure jet underbody and have the protective
cleaners. wax coating checked. Interior and upholstery
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel Only clean the vehicle interior,
Liquid gas system including the instrument panel fascia
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated and panelling, with a dry cloth or
9 Danger interior cleaner.
with the same agents as the body.
Liquid gas is heavier than air and Clean the leather upholstery with
Paintwork damage can collect in sink points. clear water and a soft cloth. In case of
Rectify minor paintwork damage with heavy soiling, use leather care.
Take care when performing work
a touch-up pen before rust forms. at the underbody in a pit. The instrument cluster and the
Have more extensive damage or rust displays should only be cleaned using
areas repaired by a workshop. a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above weak soap solution.
Underbody 60 C, the liquid gas tank must be Clean fabric upholstery with a
Some areas of the vehicle underbody removed. vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
have a PVC undercoating while other stains with an upholstery cleaner.
critical areas have a durable Do not make any modifications to the
protective wax coating. liquid gas system. Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
After the underbody is washed, check Towing equipment discolourations, especially on light-
the underbody and have it waxed if coloured upholstery. Removable
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
necessary. stains and discolourations should be
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
Bitumen/rubber materials could cleaner. cleaned as soon as possible.
damage the PVC coating. Have Clean seat belts with lukewarm water
underbody work carried out by a or interior cleaner.
workshop.

260 Vehicle care
Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could
damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts

Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior
cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol
in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.

Service and maintenance 261
Service and General information Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,

Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia,
maintenance Service information Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands,
Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,
In order to ensure economical and Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
safe vehicle operation and to Switzerland, United Kingdom.
General information ................... 261 maintain the value of your vehicle, it Service display 3 98.
Recommended fluids, lubricants is of vital importance that all
and parts .................................... 262 maintenance work is carried out at the International service intervals
proper intervals as specified.
Maintenance of your vehicle is
The detailed, up-to-date service required every 15,000 km or after
schedule for your vehicle is available 1 year, whichever occurs first, unless
at the workshop. otherwise indicated in the service
Service display 3 98. display.
The international service intervals are
European service intervals valid for the countries which are not
Maintenance of your vehicle is listed in the European service
required every 30,000 km or after intervals.
1 year, whichever occurs first, unless Service display 3 98.
otherwise indicated in the service
display. Confirmations
The European service intervals are Confirmation of service is recorded in
valid for the following countries: the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia- The date and mileage is completed
Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, with the stamp and signature of the
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, servicing workshop.
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Greenland, Hungary,

262 Service and maintenance
Make sure that the Service and

Warranty Booklet is completed
Recommended fluids, aging control, whereas viscosity
grade gives information on the oil's
correctly as continuous proof of lubricants and parts thickness over a temperature range.
service is essential if any warranty or Dexos is the newest engine oil quality
goodwill claims are to be met, and is Recommended fluids and that provides optimum protection for
also a benefit when selling the lubricants gasoline and diesel engines. If it is
vehicle. unavailable, engine oils of other listed
Only use products that meet the
recommended specifications. qualities have to be used.
Service interval with remaining Recommendations for gasoline
engine oil life duration Damage resulting from the use of
products not in line with these engines are also valid for
The service interval is based on specifications will not be covered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG),
several parameters depending on the warranty. Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and
usage. Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines.
The service display lets you know 9 Warning Select the appropriate engine oil
when to change the engine oil. based on its quality and on the
Service display 3 98. Operating materials are minimum ambient temperature
hazardous and could be 3 266.
poisonous. Handle with care. Pay
attention to information given on Topping up engine oil
the containers. Engine oils of different manufacturers
and brands can be mixed as long as
Engine oil they comply with the required engine
oil quality and viscosity.
Engine oil is identified by its quality
and its viscosity. Quality is more Use of engine oil with only
important than viscosity when ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is
selecting which engine oil to use. The prohibited, since it can cause long-
oil quality ensures e.g. engine term engine damage under certain
cleanliness, wear protection and oil operating conditions.

Service and maintenance 263
Select the appropriate engine oil Coolant and antifreeze Brake fluid should be stored in a
based on its quality and on the Use only silicate-free long life coolant sealed container to avoid water
minimum ambient temperature (LLC) antifreeze. absorption.
3 266. Ensure brake fluid does not become
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent contaminated.
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil corrosion protection and frost
additives could cause damage and protection down to approx. -28 C.
invalidate the warranty. This concentration should be
maintained all year round. The use of
Engine oil viscosity grades additional coolant additives that
The SAE viscosity grade gives intend to give additional corrosion
information of the thickness of the oil. protection or seal against minor leaks
can cause function problems. Liability
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
for consequences resulting from the
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
use of additional coolant additives will
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
be rejected.
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature Brake and clutch fluid
viscosity.
Only use high-performance brake
Select the appropriate viscosity grade fluid approved for the vehicle, consult
depending on the minimum ambient a workshop.
temperature 3 266.
Over time, brake fluid absorbs
All of the recommended viscosity moisture which will reduce braking
grades are suitable for high ambient effectiveness. The brake fluid should
temperatures. therefore be replaced at the specified
interval.

264 Technical data
Technical data Vehicle identification Identification plate

Vehicle Identification
Vehicle identification .................. 264 Number
Vehicle data ............................... 266
The identification label is located on

the front left door frame.
The Vehicle Identification Number is

visible through the windscreen.

Technical data 265
Information on identification plate: Specifications in the vehicle

1 = Manufacturer documents always have priority over
2 = Type approval number those given in this manual.
3 = Vehicle Identification Number
4 = Permissible gross vehicle Engine identification
weight rating in kg
5 = Permissible gross train weight The technical data tables show the
in kg engine identifier code. Engine data
6 = Maximum permissible front axle 3 269.
load in kg To identify the respective engine,
7 = Maximum permissible rear axle refer to the engine power in the EEC
load in kg Certificate of Conformity provided
8 = Vehicle-specific or country- with your vehicle or other national
specific data, e.g. MY = Model registration documents.
year
The combined total of front and rear
axle loads must not exceed the
permissible gross vehicle weight. For
example, if the front axle is bearing its
maximum permissible load, the rear
axle can only bear a load that is equal
to the gross vehicle weight minus the
front axle load.
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European
Community standards. We reserve
the right to make modifications.

266 Technical data
Vehicle data
Recommended fluids and lubricants
European service schedule
Required engine oil quality
All European countries
(except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel
Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines
(including CNG, LPG, E85) (including CNG, LPG, E85)
dexos 1
dexos 2
In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use max. 1 litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oil change.
Engine oil viscosity grades
All European countries and Israel
(except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey)
Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines
down to -25 C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40
below -25 C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40

Technical data 267
International service schedule

Required engine oil quality
All countries outside Europe
except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey
dexos 1
dexos 2
In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below:
GM-LL-A-025
GM-LL-B-025

268 Technical data

ACEA A3/B3
ACEA A3/B4
ACEA C3
API SM
API SN resource
conserving
Engine oil viscosity grades

All countries outside Europe (except Israel),
including Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey
Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines
down to -25 C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40
below -25 C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40
down to -20 C SAE 10W-301) or SAE 10W-401)
1) Permitted, but usage of SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 with dexos quality is recommended.

Technical data 269
Engine data
Sales designation 1.4 1.4 LPG 1.6 1.8 2.0 OPC
Engine identifier code B14NET B14NET A16XHT A18XER A20NHT A28NER
Piston displacement [cm3] 1364 1364 1598 1796 1998 2792
Engine power [kW] 103 103 125 103 184 239
at rpm 4900-6000 4900-6000 4250 6300 5300 5250
Torque [Nm] 200 200 260 175 400 435
at rpm 1850-4900 1850-4900 1650 - 3200 3800 3000-4000 5250
Fuel type Petrol Petrol/Liquid gas Petrol Petrol Petrol Petrol
Octane rating RON
recommended 95 95 98 95 95 98
possible 98 98 95 98 98 95
possible 91 91 91 91 91 912)
Additional fuel type LPG
Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6
2) Possible only if high engine load, full load or driving in mountainous terrain with a caravan/trailer or high payload is
avoided.

270 Technical data
Sales designation 2.0 CDTI 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX ecoFLEX 2.0 CDTI 2.0 CDTI
Engine identifier code A20DTL A20DT A20DTE A20DTE A20DTH A20DTR
Piston displacement [cm3] 1956 1956 1956 1956 1956 1956
Engine power [kW] 81 96 88 103 120 143
at rpm 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000
Torque [Nm] 260 300 300 350 350 400
at rpm 1750-2500 1750-2500 1750-2500 1750-2500 1750-2500 1750-2500
Fuel type Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel
Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6

Technical data 271
Performance
5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon
A20NHT
Engine
B14NET B14NET LPG A16XHT A18XER A20NHT AWD3) A28NER
Maximum speed4) [km/h]
Manual transmission 205 195 220 205 250 250 2505)/270
Automatic transmission 210 245 245 2505)/265
A20DTL A20DT A20DTE A20DTE

Engine
ecoFLEX 88kW ecoFLEX 103kW
Manual transmission 190 205 195 205
Automatic transmission 204
3) All wheel drive

4) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
5) Limited speed.

272 Technical data
A20DTH A20DTH A20DTR A20DTR

Engine
AWD3) AWD3)
Manual transmission 220 215 230
Automatic transmission 210 210 230 225
Sports Tourer
B14NET B14NET LPG A16XHT A18XER A20NHT A20NHT A28NER
Engine
AWD3)
Manual transmission 200 190 215 200 245 240 2505)/265
Automatic transmission 205 240 235 2505)/260
3) All wheel drive

5) Limited speed.

Technical data 273
A20DTL A20DT A20DTE A20DTE

Engine
ecoFLEX 88kW ecoFLEX 103kW
Manual transmission 185 200 190 200
Automatic transmission 198
A20DTH A20DTH A20DTR A20DTR

Engine
AWD3) AWD3)
Manual transmission 215 210 225
Automatic transmission 210 208 225 220
3) All wheel drive

274 Technical data
Country Tourer
A20NHT A20DTH A20DTR
Engine
AWD3) AWD3) AWD3)
Manual transmission 235 205
Automatic transmission 230 200 210
3) All wheel drive


Technical data 275
Vehicle weight
Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment
4-door Saloon Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission
[kg] B14NET6) 1503
B14NET LPG 1571
A16XHT 1613
A16XHT6) 1571
A18XER 1503
A20NHT 1613
A20NHT6) 1614
A20NHT - All-wheel drive 1788
A20NHT - All-wheel drive6) 1733
A28NER - All-wheel drive 1810 1835
6) With stop-start function.

276 Technical data

[kg] A20DTL 1613
A20DTE ecoFLEX6) 1613
A20DT 1613 1613
A20DTH 1613 1613
A20DTH 6) 1613
A20DTH - All-wheel drive 1788
A20DTH - All-wheel drive6) 1733
A20DTR 1664
A20DTR6) 1664
A20DTR - All-wheel drive 1788

Technical data 277

5-door Hatchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission
[kg] B14NET6) 1503
B14NET LPG 1571
A16XHT 1613
A16XHT6) 1613
A18XER 1513
A20NHT 1664
A20NHT6) 1613

278 Technical data

[kg] A20DTL 1613
A20DT 1613 1613
A20DTH 1613 1613
A20DTH 6) 1613
A20DTR 1701
A20DTR6) 1664

Technical data 279

Sports Tourer/Country Tourer Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission
[kg] B14NET6) 1613
B14NET LPG 1664
A16XHT 1701
A16XHT6) 1664
A18XER 1613
A20NHT 1733
A20NHT6) 1701

280 Technical data

[kg] A20DTL 1701
A20DT 1701 1733
A20DTH 1733 1733
A20DTH 6) 1733
A20DTR 1733
A20DTR6) 1733

Technical data 281
Kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment

[kg] B14NET6) 1701
B14NET LPG 1733
A16XHT 1733
A16XHT6) 1733
A18XER 1692
A20NHT 1788
A20NHT6) 1733

282 Technical data

[kg] A20DTL 1778
A20DT 1793 1819
A20DTH 1806 1829
A20DTH 6) 1799
A20DTR 1816
A20DTR6) 1816

Technical data 283

[kg] B14NET6) 1733
B14NET LPG 1733
A16XHT 1816
A16XHT6) 1733
A18XER 1707
A20NHT 1816
A20NHT6) 1788

284 Technical data

[kg] A20DTL 1793
A20DT 1808 1834
A20DTH 1821 1844
A20DTH 6) 1815
A20DTR 1843
A20DTR6) 1843

Technical data 285

[kg] B14NET6) 1815
B14NET LPG 1843
A16XHT 1843
A16XHT6) 1843
A18XER 1799
A20NHT 1901
A20NHT6) 1843

286 Technical data

[kg] A20DTL 1901
A20DT 1901 1941
A20DTH 1918 1931
A20DTH 6) 1918
A20DTR 1953
A20DTR6) 1931
Vehicle dimensions
4-door Saloon 5-door Hatchback Sports Tourer Country Tourer
Length [mm] 4842 4842 4913 4920
Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1856 1856 1856 1856
Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2084 2084 2084 2084

Technical data 287
4-door Saloon 5-door Hatchback Sports Tourer Country Tourer

Height (without antenna) [mm] 1484 1484 1514 1525
Vehicle height - Rear compartment open [mm] 1830 2175 2184 2195
Length of load compartment floor [mm] 1003 1003 1086 1086
Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1895 1895 1908 1908
Load compartment width [mm] 1027 1027 1030 1030
Load compartment height [mm] 356 436 677 677
Wheelbase [mm] 2737 2737 2737 2737
Turning circle diameter [m] 11.4 11.4 11.4 11.4

288 Technical data
Capacities
Engine oil
Engine B14NET B14NET LPG A16XHT A18XER A20NHT A28NER
including Filter [l] 4.0 4.0 5.5 4.5 6.0 6.3
between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Engine A20DTL A20DTE A20DT A20DTH A20DTR

including Filter [l] 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5
between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Fuel tank
Petrol/diesel, refilling quantity [l] 70
LPG, refilling quantity [l] 46

Technical data 289
Tyre pressures
Tyre pressures differ depending on the model variant. The order of the listed car models is as follows:
Vehicles with Front-wheel drive: 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon
Vehicles with Front-wheel drive: Sports Tourer
Vehicles with All-wheel drive: 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon
Vehicles with All-wheel drive: Sports Tourer
Vehicles with All-wheel drive: Country Tourer
Refer to the table header to find the correct tyre pressure for your model.

290 Technical data
Tyre pressures for vehicles with Front-wheel drive

Comfort with up to ECO with up to With full load
3 people 3 people
Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear
[kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar]
([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi])
B14NET, 205/60 R16, 220/2.2 200/2.0 270/2.7 260/2.6 220/2.2 270/2.7
B14NET LPG, (32) (29) (39) (38) (32) (39)
A18XER 215/60 R16,
225/50 R17,
225/45 R18,
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20
225/55 R17 220/2.2 200/2.0 300/3.0 300/3.0 220/2.2 270/2.7
(32) (29) (43) (43) (32) (39)

Technical data 291

3 people 3 people
A16XHT 225/55 R17, 230/2.3 210/2.1 270/2.7 260/2.6 230/2.3 280/2.8
(33) (30) (39) (38) (33) (41)
225/50 R17,
225/45 R18,
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20

292 Technical data

3 people 3 people
A20NHT 225/50 R17, 240/2.4 220/2.2 300/3.0 300/3.0 250/2.5 300/3.0
(35) (32) (43) (43) (36) (43)
225/55 R17,
225/45 R18
235/45 R18, 240/2.4 220/2.2 270/2.7 260/2.6 250/2.5 300/3.0
(35) (32) (39) (38) (36) (43)
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20
A20NHT with Sport 245/40R19 230/2.3 220/2.2 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 300/3.0
chassis and Brembo (33) (32) (39) (42) (38) (43)
brake 18''
235/45R18, 250/2.5 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 320/3.2
(36) (36) (39) (42) (38) (46)
245/35R20

Technical data 293

3 people 3 people
A20DTL 225/50 R17, 220/2.2 200/2.0 280/2.8 280/2.8 220/2.2 270/2.7
(32) (29) (41) (41) (32) (39)
225/45 R18,
205/60 R16,
215/60 R16,
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20,
225/55 R17

294 Technical data

3 people 3 people
A20DT, 215/60 R16, 230/2.3 210/2.1 270/2.7 260/2.6 230/2.3 280/2.8
A20DTE ecoFLEX (33) (30) (39) (38) (33) (41)
225/50 R17,
225/45 R18,
205/60 R16,
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
225/55 R17,
245/35 R20

Technical data 295

3 people 3 people
A20DTH 215/60 R16, 240/2.4 220/2.2 270/2.7 260/2.6 240/2.4 290/2.9
(35) (32) (39) (38) (35) (42)
225/50 R17,
225/45 R18,
225/55 R17, 220/2.2 200/2.0 270/2.7 260/2.6 240/2.4 290/2.9
(32) (29) (39) (38) (35) (42)
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20

296 Technical data

3 people 3 people
A20DTH 215/60 R16, 240/2.4 220/2.2 270/2.7 260/2.6 240/2.4 290/2.9
ecoFLEX (35) (32) (39) (38) (35) (42)
225/50 R17,
225/45 R18,
225/55 R17, 220/2.2 200/2.0 300/3.0 300/3.0 240/2.4 290/2.9
(32) (29) (43) (43) (35) (42)
235/45 R18, 220/2.2 200/2.0 270/2.7 260/2.6 240/2.4 290/2.9
(32) (29) (39) (38) (35) (42)
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20

Technical data 297

3 people 3 people
A20DTH with Sport 245/40R19 230/2.3 220/2.2 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 300/3.0
brake 18''
235/45R18, 250/2.5 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 320/3.2
(36) (36) (39) (42) (38) (46)
245/35R20
A20DTR 225/55 R17 220/2.2 200/2.0 270/2.7 260/2.6 250/2.5 300/3.0
(32) (29) (39) (38) (36) (43)
225/50 R17, 240/2.4 220/2.2 270/2.7 260/2.6 250/2.5 300/3.0
(34) (32) (39) (38) (36) (43)
225/45 R18,
235/45 R18, 220/2.2 200/2.0 270/2.7 260/2.6 250/2.5 300/3.0
(32) (29) (39) (38) (36) (43)
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20

298 Technical data

3 people 3 people
A20DTR with Sport 245/40R19 230/2.3 220/2.2 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 300/3.0
brake 18''
235/45R18, 250/2.5 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 320/3.2
(36) (36) (39) (42) (38) (46)
245/35R20
All Temporary spare 420/4.2 420/4.2 420/4.2 420/4.2
wheel (61) (61) (61) (61)

Technical data 299
Sports Tourer
3 people 3 people
B14NET, 205/60 R16, 220/2.2 240/2.4 270/2.7 290/2.9 220/2.2 290/2.9
B14NET LPG, (32) (34) (39) (41) (32) (42)
A18XER 215/60 R16,
225/55 R17,
225/50 R177),
225/45 R18,
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20
225/50 R17 220/2.2 240/2.4 300/3.0 300/3.0 220/2.2 290/2.9
(32) (34) (43) (43) (32) (42)
7) Winter tyre

300 Technical data

3 people 3 people
A20NHT 225/50 R17, 230/2.3 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 230/2.3 300/3.0
(33) (36) (39) (42) (33) (43)
235/45 R18,
245/35 R20,
225/55 R17,
245/40 R19,
245/45 R18
225/45 R18 270/2.7 290/2.9 270/2.7 290/2.9 280/2.8 320/3.2
(39) (42) (39) (42) (40) (46)
A20NHT with Sport 245/40R19 230/2.3 220/2.2 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 300/3.0
chassis and Brembo brake (33) (32) (39) (42) (38) (43)
18''
235/45R18, 250/2.5 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 320/3.2
(36) (36) (39) (42) (38) (46)
245/35R20

Technical data 301

3 people 3 people
A16XHT, 225/55 R17, 220/2.2 240/2.4 270/2.7 290/2.9 230/2.3 300/3.0
A20DTL, (32) (34) (39) (42) (33) (43)
A20DT, 225/50 R177),
A20DTE 235/45 R18,
ecoFLEX
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20
225/50 R17, 220/2.2 240/2.4 300/3.0 300/3.0 230/2.3 300/3.0
(32) (34) (43) (43) (33) (43)
225/45 R18 250/2.5 270/2.7 270/2.7 290/2.9 250/2.5 320/3.2
(36) (39) (39) (42) (36) (46)
7) Winter tyre

302 Technical data

3 people 3 people
A20DTH 225/55 R17 230/2.3 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 230/2.3 300/3.0
(33) (36) (39) (42) (33) (43)
225/50 R177),
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20
225/50 R17 230/2.3 250/2.5 300/3.0 300/3.0 230/2.3 300/3.0
(33) (36) (43) (43) (33) (43)
225/45 R18 250/2.5 270/2.7 270/2.7 290/2.9 250/2.5 320/3.2
(36) (39) (39) (42) (36) (46)
7) Winter tyre

Technical data 303

3 people 3 people
A20DTH with Sport 245/40R19 230/2.3 220/2.2 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 300/3.0
18''
235/45R18, 250/2.5 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 320/3.2
(36) (36) (39) (42) (38) (46)
245/35R20
A20DTR 225/55 R17, 230/2.3 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 240/2.4 300/3.0
(33) (36) (39) (42) (35) (43)
225/50 R177),
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20
225/50 R17 230/2.3 250/2.5 300/3.0 300/3.0 240/2.4 300/3.0
(33) (36) (43) (43) (35) (43)
7) Winter tyre

304 Technical data

3 people 3 people
225/45 R18 260/2.6 280/2.8 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 320/3.2
(38) (41) (39) (42) (38) (46)
A20DTR with Sport 245/40R19 230/2.3 220/2.2 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 300/3.0
18''
235/45R18, 250/2.5 250/2.5 270/2.7 290/2.9 260/2.6 320/3.2
(36) (36) (39) (42) (38) (46)
245/35R20
All Temporary spare 420/4.2 420/4.2 420/4.2 420/4.2
wheel (61) (61) (61) (61)

Technical data 305
Tyre pressures for vehicles with All-wheel drive

Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load
[kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar]
[kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi])
A20NHT 225/50 R17, 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 300/3.0
(39) (43)
225/45 R18 XL
225/55 R17, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 250/2.5 290/2.9
(36) (42)
225/45 R18,
235/45 R18,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19
245/35 R20 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 300/3.0
(39) (43)

306 Technical data

A20NHT with 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 300/3.0
Sport chassis (38) (43)
and Brembo
brake 18'' 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 320/3.2
(38) (46)
245/35R20
A20DTH 225/55 R17, 240/2.4 (35) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 250/2.5 290/2.9
(36) (42)
225/45 R18,
225/50 R17,
245/45 R18,
245/40 R19
235/45 R18,
245/35 R20

Technical data 307

A20DTH with 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 300/3.0
and Brembo
brake 18'' 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 320/3.2
(38) (46)
245/35R20
A20DTR 225/50 R17, 250/2.5(36) 230/2.3 (33) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 300/3.0
(39) (43)
225/45 R18
225/55 R17, 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 240/2.4 280/2.8
(35) (41)
245/45 R18,
235/45 R18, 250/2.5(36) 230/2.3 (33) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 300/3.0
(39) (43)
245/40 R19,
245/35 R20

308 Technical data

A20DTR with 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 300/3.0
and Brembo
brake 18'' 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 320/3.2
(38) (46)
245/35R20
A28 NER 235/45 R18, 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) 310/3.1 (45) 300/3.0 (43) 280/2.8 300/3.0
(41) (43)
245/40 R19
255/35 R20
All Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 420/4.2
wheel (61) (61)

Technical data 309
Sports Tourer
Comfort with up to With full load
3 people ECO with up to 3 people
A20NHT, 225/55 R17, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 230/2.3 300/3.0
A20DTH, (33) (43)
A20DTR 245/45 R18
245/40 R19
225/50 R17, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 320/3.2
(38) (46)
235/45 R18,
245/35 R20
225/45 R18 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 300/3.0 (43) 320/3.2 (46) 280/2.8 330/3.3
(41) (48)
A20NHT, 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 300/3.0
A20DTH, (38) (43)
A20DTR, 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 320/3.2
with Sport chassis and (38) (46)
Brembo brake 18'' 245/35R20

310 Technical data

A28 NER 235/45 R18, 260/2.6 (38) 230/2.3 (33) 300/3.0 (43) 320/3.2 (46) 270/2.7 320/3.2
(39) (46)
245/40 R19,
255/35 R20
All Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 420/4.2
wheel (61) (61)

Technical data 311
Country Tourer
A20NHT, 225/55 R17, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 220/2.2 290/2.9
A20DTH, (32) (42)
A20DTR 215/60 R17,
235/45 R18,
235/50 R18,
245/45 R19
A20NHT, 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 300/3.0
A20DTH, (38) (43)
A20DTR, 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 320/3.2
with Sport chassis and (38) (46)
Brembo brake 18'' 245/35R20
All Temporary 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 420/4.2
spare wheel (61) (61)

312 Customer information
Customer information Customer information Vehicle data recording

and privacy
Declaration of conformity
Customer information ................ 312 This vehicle has systems that Event data recorders
transmit and/or receive radio waves
Vehicle data recording and pri subject to Directive 1999/5/EC. Data storage modules in the
vacy ........................................... 312 These systems are in compliance vehicle
with the essential requirements and A large number of electronic
other relevant provisions of Directive components of your vehicle contain
1999/5/EC. Copies of the original data storage modules temporarily or
Declarations of Conformity can be permanently storing technical data
obtained on our website. about the condition of the vehicle,
events and errors. In general, this
technical information documents the
condition of parts, modules, systems
or the environment:
Operating conditions of system
components (e.g. filling levels)
Status messages of the vehicle and
its single components (e.g. number
of wheel revolutions / rotational
speed, deceleration, lateral
acceleration)
Dysfunctions and defects in
important system components

Customer information 313
Vehicle reactions in particular When using the vehicle, situations Radio Frequency
driving situations (e.g. inflation of may occur in which these technical
an airbag, activation of the stability data related to other information Identification (RFID)
regulation system) (accident report, damages on the RFID technology is used in some
Environmental conditions (e.g. vehicle, witness statements etc.) may vehicles for functions such as tyre
temperature) be associated with a specific person - pressure monitoring and ignition
possibly, with the assistance of an system security. It is also used in
These data are exclusively technical expert. connection with conveniences such
and help identifying and correcting
Additional functions contractually as radio remote controls for door
errors as well as optimizing vehicle locking/unlocking and starting, and in-
functions. agreed upon with the client (e.g.
vehicle location in emergency cases) vehicle transmitters for garage door
Motion profiles indicating travelled allow the transmission of particular openers. RFID technology in Opel
routes cannot be created with these vehicle data from the vehicle. vehicles does not use or record
data. personal information or link with any
If services are used (e.g. repair other Opel system containing
works, service processes, warranty personal information.
cases, quality assurance),
employees of the service network
(manufacturer included) are able to
read out this technical information
from the event and error data storage
modules applying special diagnostic
devices. If required, you will receive
further information at these
workshops. After an error has been
corrected, the data are deleted from
the error storage module or they are
constantly overwritten.

314
Index A
Accessories and vehicle
Automatic dimming ...................... 38
Automatic light control ............... 123
modifications .......................... 213 Automatic locking ........................ 27
Active Emergency Braking......... 185 Automatic transmission ............. 157
Active head restraints................... 46 Autostop..................................... 105
Adaptive cruise control....... 106, 173 Auxiliary heater........................... 145
Adaptive forward lighting ... 106, 125
Adjustable air vents ................... 145
B
Airbag and belt tensioners ......... 101 Battery discharge protection ...... 132
Airbag deactivation .............. 60, 101 Battery voltage ........................... 118
Airbag system .............................. 58 Belts.............................................. 54
Air conditioning regular Bonnet ....................................... 215
operation ................................ 147 Brake and clutch fluid................. 262
Air conditioning system .............. 134 Brake and clutch system ........... 102
Air intake .................................... 146 Brake assist ............................... 165
Air vents...................................... 145 Brake fluid .................................. 218
All-wheel drive ........................... 163 Brakes ............................... 163, 218
Antilock brake system ................ 163 Breakdown.................................. 254
Antilock brake system (ABS) ..... 103 Bulb replacement ....................... 222
Anti-theft alarm system ................ 34 C
Anti-theft locking system .............. 33 Capacities .................................. 288
Appearance care........................ 257 Cargo management system ........ 73
Apply footbrake .......................... 105 Car Pass ...................................... 20
Armrest................................... 53, 54 Catalytic converter ..................... 157
Armrest storage ........................... 68 Central locking system ................ 23
Ashtrays ....................................... 90 Centre console lighting .............. 131
Automatic anti-dazzle .................. 39 Changing tyre and wheel size . . . 243
Automatic climate control Charging system ........................ 101
system .................................... 136 Child locks ................................... 28

315
Child restraint installation Driving characteristics and Exterior care .............................. 257
locations ................................... 63 towing tips .............................. 209 Exterior light ............................... 105
Child restraints.............................. 62 Driving hints................................ 148 Exterior lighting .................... 13, 122
Child restraint systems ................ 62 Dual automatic climate control Exterior mirrors............................. 36
Cigarette lighter ........................... 89 system..................................... 140
Climate control ............................. 16 F
Climate control systems............. 134 E Fault ........................................... 160
Clock............................................. 87 Electric adjustment ...................... 36 First aid......................................... 79
Colour-Info-Display..................... 114 Electrical system......................... 232 First aid kit ................................... 79
Control indicators........................ 100 Electric parking brake................. 102 Fixed air vents ........................... 146
Control of the vehicle ................. 148 Electric parking brake fault......... 102 Fog light ..................................... 106
Controls........................................ 82 Electronic driving programmes . . 160 Fog lights ................................... 227
Convex shape .............................. 36 Electronic key system................... 22 Folding mirrors ............................. 37
Coolant and antifreeze............... 262 Electronic Stability Control.......... 167 Following distance...................... 103
Cruise control .................... 106, 171 Electronic Stability Control and Following distance indication...... 184
Cupholders .................................. 67 Traction Control system.......... 104 Forward collision alert................. 181
Curtain airbag system .................. 60 Electronic Stability Control off..... 104 Front airbag system ..................... 58
Curve lighting.............................. 125 End-of-life vehicle recovery ....... 214 Front fog lights ........................... 128
Engine compartment fuse box ... 234 Front seats.................................... 47
D Engine coolant ........................... 217 Front storage................................ 68
Danger, Warnings and Cautions . . . 4 Engine coolant temperature Front turn signal light.................. 222
Daytime running lights ............... 125 gauge ....................................... 98 Fuel............................................. 202
Declaration of conformity............ 312 Engine data ............................... 269 Fuel consumption - CO2-
Diesel fuel system bleeding ....... 221 Engine exhaust .......................... 156 Emissions ............................... 208
Diesel particle filter............. 104, 156 Engine identification................... 265 Fuel for diesel engines .............. 203
Door open .................................. 107 Engine oil ................... 215, 262, 266 Fuel for liquid gas operation....... 203
Doors............................................ 29 Engine oil pressure .................... 105 Fuel for petrol engines ............... 202
Driver assistance systems.......... 171 Entry lighting .............................. 131 Fuel gauge ................................... 97
Driver Information Centre........... 107 Event data recorders.................. 312 Fuel selector ................................ 98
Exit lighting ................................ 132 Fuses ......................................... 232

316
G Information displays.................... 107 Load compartment ................ 29, 69

Gauges......................................... 96 Instrument cluster ........................ 91 Load compartment cover ............. 71
Gear shifting............................... 103 Instrument panel fuse box ......... 236 Load compartment fuse box ...... 237
General information ................... 209 Instrument panel illumination ..... 232 Loading information ..................... 80
Glovebox ..................................... 67 Instrument panel illumination Low fuel ..................................... 105
control .................................... 130
H Instrument panel overview ........... 10 M
Halogen headlights .................... 222 Interactive driving system........... 168 Malfunction indicator light .......... 102
Hand brake......................... 163, 164 Interior care ............................... 259 Manual anti-dazzle ...................... 38
Hazard warning flashers ............ 128 Interior lighting............................ 130 Manual mode ............................. 159
Headlight flash ........................... 124 Interior lights ...................... 130, 232 Manual transmission .................. 162
Headlight range adjustment ...... 124 Interior mirrors.............................. 38 Memorised settings...................... 23
Headlights................................... 122 Interruption of power supply ...... 160 Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Headlights when driving abroad 125 Introduction .................................... 3 Misted light covers ..................... 129
Head restraint adjustment ............. 8 ISOFIX child restraint systems .... 66
Head restraints ............................ 45
N
Heated mirrors ............................. 38 J New vehicle running-in .............. 149
Heated rear window ..................... 41 Jump starting ............................. 252 Number plate light ..................... 231
Heated steering wheel ................. 83 O
Heating ........................................ 53
K
Key, memorised settings.............. 23 Object detection systems........... 187
High beam ......................... 105, 123 Odometer ..................................... 96
High beam assist................ 106, 123 Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks................................... 20 Oil, engine.......................... 262, 266
Hill start assist ........................... 166 Outside temperature .................... 86
Horn ....................................... 14, 83 L Overrun cut-off ........................... 152
I Lane change alert....................... 193
Lane departure warning..... 103, 201 P
Identification plate ..................... 264 Parking ................................ 19, 155
Ignition switch positions ............. 149 Lashing eyes ............................... 73
Lighting features......................... 131 Parking assist ...................... 38, 187
Immobiliser .......................... 36, 105 Parking brake ............................ 164
Indicators...................................... 96 Light switch ................................ 122

317
Parking lights ............................. 129 Reversing lights ......................... 129 Steering...................................... 148
Performance .............................. 271 Ride control systems.................. 166 Steering wheel adjustment ...... 9, 82
Performing work ........................ 214 Roller blinds ................................. 42 Steering wheel controls ............... 82
Pollen filter ................................. 146 Roof.............................................. 42 Stop-start system........................ 153
Power button.............................. 149 Roof load...................................... 80 Storage......................................... 67
Power outlets ............................... 88 Roof rack ..................................... 79 Storage compartments................. 67
Power seat adjustment................. 50 Sunroof ........................................ 42
Power windows ............................ 39 S Sunvisor lights ........................... 131
Preheating ................................. 104 Safety belts................................... 54 Sun visors .................................... 41
Puncture..................................... 247 Safety net .................................... 76 Symbols ......................................... 4
Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 47
Q Seat belt ........................................ 8 T
Quickheat................................... 145 Seat belt reminder ..................... 100 Tachometer ................................. 97
Seat belts ..................................... 54 Tail lights ................................... 227
R Seat position ................................ 47 Three-point seat belt .................... 55
Radio Frequency Identification Selector lever ............................. 158 Tools .......................................... 239
(RFID)..................................... 313 Service ............................... 147, 261 Top-tether fastening eyes ............ 66
Radio remote control ................... 21 Service display ............................ 98 Tow bar....................................... 209
Reading lights ............................ 130 Service information .................... 261 Towing................................ 209, 254
Rear cross traffic alert................ 196 Side airbag system ...................... 59 Towing another vehicle ............. 256
Rear floor storage cover .............. 72 Side blind spot alert.................... 191 Towing equipment ..................... 210
Rear fog light ............................. 106 Sidelights.................................... 122 Towing the vehicle ..................... 254
Rear fog lights ........................... 129 Side turn signal lights ................ 230 Traction Control system ............. 166
Rear seats.................................... 54 Smartphone controller................ 116 Traction Control system off......... 104
Rear view camera ...................... 194 Spare wheel ............................... 250 Traffic sign assistant........... 107, 198
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 86 Speed limiter....................... 106, 172 Trailer coupling........................... 209
Recommended fluids and Speedometer ............................... 96 Trailer stability assist ................. 212
lubricants ........................ 262, 266 Starting and operating................ 149 Trailer towing ............................. 210
Refuelling ................................... 205 Starting off ................................... 17 Transmission ............................... 17
Retained power off..................... 151 Starting the engine .................... 151 Transmission display ................. 157

318
Tread depth ............................... 243 Vehicle messages ..................... 116

Trip odometer .............................. 96 Vehicle personalisation ............. 118
Turn and lane-change signals ... 128 Vehicle security............................ 33
Turn signal ................................. 100 Vehicle specific data ...................... 3
Tyre chains ................................ 244 Vehicle storage........................... 213
Tyre designations ...................... 240 Vehicle tools............................... 239
Tyre pressure ............................ 240 Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Tyre pressure monitoring Vehicle weight ........................... 275
system............................. 104, 241 Ventilating..................................... 54
Tyre pressures ........................... 289 Ventilation................................... 134
Tyre repair kit ............................. 244
W
U Warning chimes ......................... 117
Ultrasonic parking assist . . . 103, 187 Warning lights............................... 96
Upholstery.................................. 259 Warning triangle .......................... 78
Upshift........................................ 103 Washer and wiper systems ......... 14
Using this manual .......................... 3 Washer fluid ............................... 218
Wheel changing ......................... 247
V Wheel covers ............................. 244
Valet mode................................. 114 Wheels and tyres ....................... 240
Variable effort steering............... 103 Windows....................................... 39
Vehicle battery ........................... 219 Windscreen................................... 39
Vehicle checks............................ 214 Windscreen wiper/washer ........... 84
Vehicle data................................ 266 Winter tyres ............................... 240
Vehicle data recording and Wiper blade replacement .......... 221
privacy..................................... 312
Vehicle detected ahead.............. 106 X
Vehicle dimensions .................... 286 Xenon headlights ....................... 225
Vehicle Identification Number .... 264
Vehicle jack................................ 239

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The information contained in this publication is effective as of the date indicated below. Adam Opel AG reserves the right to make changes to the technical specifications, features and
design of the vehicles relative to the information in this publication as well as changes to the publication itself.
Edition: August 2013, ADAM OPEL AG, Rsselsheim.
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Starting the engine Stop-start system

power button: press Engine Start/

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Parking switching off the ignition. Turn the

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Radio remote control The remote control has an

Replacing battery in radio

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Fault Electronic key system Handle with care, protect from

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Fault Automatic climate control Vehicle personalisation 3 118.

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Remote control operation or

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Locking If the driver's door is not closed Central locking buttons

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Colour-Info-Display 3 114. Passive locking can be disabled by Child locks

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Press button x on radio remote

After unlocking, press the button

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Operation with switches in the tailgate Operation modes

To close, press button G in the

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smelled, could enter the vehicle. Note