Mercedes Vito User Manual
Operating Instructions
Vito
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Symbols
G Warning
H Environmental note
! Possible vehicle damage
i Tip
E Action required
ee Continuation symbol
e page) Page reference
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Display On-board computer display
The illustrations in these Operating Instructions apply to a left-hand-drive vehicle. In particular, the layout of switches,
levers, stowage compartments, etc., differs accordingly on right-hand-drive vehicles.
The layout of switches and the location of
indicator and warning lamps may vary
and/or individual indicator and warning
lamps may be deactivated depending on
your vehicle's equipment.
The vehicle can be equipped with version A or version B of the instrument
cluster.
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Thank you for choosing MercedesBenz.
Please familiarise yourself with your vehicle, its operation and the driving, control
and convenience functions.
Please read the Operating Instructions before starting your first journey. This will
help you to get more enjoyment from your
vehicle and avoid endangering yourself
and others.
The equipment in the vehicle may differ
from some of the descriptions and illustrations you see here as the scope of delivery
depends on the equipment ordered. These
Operating Instructions also describe items
of equipment available as optional extras,
if their operation needs explanation.
Country-specific vehicle equipment,
limited availability of optional equipment
or different product designations are possible in certain countries.
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change the design, equipment and technical features. For this reason, no claims
may be based on the data, illustrations or
descriptions contained in these Operating
Instructions.
If you have any further questions, your
nearest Mercedes-Benz Service Centre will
be pleased to assist you.
The Operating Instructions, Brief Instructions, Maintenance Booklet and any Equipment Supplements are an integral part of
the vehicle. You should therefore always
keep them in the vehicle and pass them
on to the new owner if you sell the vehicle.
The technical documentation team at
DaimlerChrysler AG wishes you safe and
pleasant motoring.
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Contents
Keywords
Introduction
Protection of the environment. . ..... 15
Operating safety and vehicle approval. 16
1 At a glance
Cockpit ........................ 20
Instrument cluster versions......... 22
Steering wheel with buttons . . . ..... 29
Centre console .................. 30
Switch units . . ................... 31
2 Safety
Occupant safety. ................. 36
General safety notes . . ............ 55
Tyres and wheels ................. 56
3 Controls
Opening and closing . . ............ 62
Anti-theft systems ................ 79
Seats .......................... 81
Steering wheel................... 97
Mirrors......................... 97
Instrument cluster ................ 99
On-board computer without steering
wheel buttons - version A ......... 102
On-board computer with steering
wheel buttons - version A ......... 104
On-board computer without steering
wheel buttons - version B ......... 118
On-board computer with steering
wheel buttons - version B ......... 120
Lighting ....................... 138
Good visibility .................. 144
Climate control ................. 147
Driving and parking . . . ........... 171
Braking ....................... 177
Shifting gears. .................. 179
Operating the vehicle. . ........... 182
Driving systems ................. 188
Level control . .................. 198
Features....................... 200
Communications ................ 208
4 Operation
Driving tips . . .................. 212
Refuelling...................... 215
Transporting loads with the vehicle . . 217
Winter driving .................. 235
Service products ................ 237
Cleaning and care ............... 243
Maintenance . .................. 248
5 Practical advice
Where will I find...? . . . ........... 264
Troubleshooting................. 270
Engine ........................ 315
Tyres and wheels ................ 316
Electrical system ................ 325
Batteries for the remote control .... 336
Locking and unlocking in an emer-
gency ......................... 337
Automatic transmission........... 340
Jump-starting, towing and tow-start-
ing........................... 341
6 Technical data
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts. . .... 347
Vehicle electronics . . . ........... 348
Vehicle identification plates . . . .... 349
Operating data.................. 350
Capacities . . . .................. 360
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A
AAS
see Start-off assist . . . ......... 182
ABS
see Anti-lock braking system . . . . 177
Acceleration skid control (ASR) ...183
Indicator lamp ........... 270, 272
Warning lamp ........... 183, 270
Accessories and conversions
see Add-on equipment ..... 17, 347
Adapter cable ..................234
Additional battery ...............261
Additional turn signal lamp
Changing bulbs ...........328- 329
Additional turn signals
Roof .......................326
Air conditioning
Automatic climate control in
the rear compartment . .........157
Basic settings ................154
Control panel ................161
Economy mode ...............154
Reheat function (dehumidification) 156
Residual heat ................156
Special settings ...............156
Air distribution
adjustment (automatic climate
control) .....................162
Setting (air-conditioning system) . 155
Setting (heating) ..............149
Air filter
Display message ..............295
Indicator lamp ................279
Air pressure
see Tyre pressure ......... 57, 352
Air suspension
see Electronic level control (ENR) . 198
Airbag
Activation . . . .................39
Control unit . . .................39
Driver's ......................43
Front passenger ...............43
How the airbags work . .......... 42
System ......................41
Thorax/side-impact airbags . . . . . . 43
Windowbags . ................. 44
Air-conditioning system ..........152
Air distribution ...............155
Airflow ......................155
Air-recirculation mode .........155
Control panel ................153
Residual heat Malfunction ...... 298
Temperature . ................154
Airflow
adjustment (automatic climate
control) .....................162
(heating) ....................149
Setting (air-conditioning system) . 155
Air-recirculation mode
Air-conditioning system ........155
Automatic climate control .......163
Heating
Antifreeze additives
see Coolant . . ................239
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ...177
Display message ......... 284, 288
Warning lamp ........... 270, 273
Anti-theft alarm system (ATA) ......79
Stop alarm . . ................. 79
Anti-theft alarm system (EDW)
Malfunction . . ................299
Anti-theft system
see Anti-theft alarm system (ATA) . 79
Armrests .......................95
Ashtray .......................200
ASR
see Acceleration skid control . . . . 183
Attachments
see Bodies . . . ................. 17
Audible warning signal ...........299
Automatic car wash .............246
Automatic climate control ........159
Air distribution ...............162
Airflow ......................162
Air-recirculation mode .........163
Basic settings ................161
Economy mode ...............161
Rear compartment . . . .........164
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Residual heat ................163
Special settings ...............164
Temperature . ................162
Automatic transmission .........179
Driving tips . . ................181
Malfunction . . ................303
One-touch gearshifting ......... 180
Releasing the parking lock man-
ually ........................340
Shift ranges . . ................181
Auxiliary heating
Heater booster function ........170
Malfunction . . ................307
With water heater .............166
Auxiliary heating and ventilating
system
Observe when selling the vehicle . 256
Auxiliary heating and ventilation . . 166
Maintenance . ................256
B
BAS
see Brake Assist ..............177
Battery ........................258
Changing (auxiliary heating re-
mote control) ................337
Changing (key) ...............336
Charge indicator lamp . .........275
Charging ....................260
Disconnecting ................259
Display message ..............288
Note on care . ................261
Reconnecting ................260
Removing/fitting ..............260
Belt force limiters ................40
Activation . . . .................39
Belt tensioners ..................40
Activation . . . .................39
Bicycle carrier ..................229
Bio-diesel ......................241
Bleeding the fuel system .........316
Bodies .................... 17, 347
Body/equipment mounting di-
rectives for trucks ..............17
Bonnet
Opening/closing ..............250
Bonnet release lever
Release lever . ................250
Brake
Brake lining wear (display mes-
sage) .......................289
Brake lining wear indicator lamp . . 276
Malfunction . . ................284
Brake Assist (BAS) ..............177
Display message ..............284
Warning lamp ........... 270, 272
Brake fluid .....................238
Display message ..............289
Fluid level . . . ................252
Brake lamp
Changing bulbs ...............326
Brake lining
Indicator lamp ................276
Brake linings
Display message ..............289
Brake system ..................252
Parking brake ................178
Brakes
Warning lamp ............270- 271
C
Capacities .....................360
Care of the vehicle ..............244
Cassette player .................109
CD player/CD changer ...... 109, 125
Central locking ..................63
Central locking system
Troubleshooting ..............309
Central unlocking
Key ......................62-63
Centre console ..................30
Changing bulbs
Additional turn signal
lamp ...................328- 329
Dipped-beam headlamps .......326
Exterior lighting ...............326
Headlamps . . ................325
Interior lamp . ................329
License plate lamp . . . .........328
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Notes ......................325
Rear lamps . . ............326- 327
Changing lamps
see Changing bulbs . . . .........325
Chassis number
see Vehicle identification number . 349
Child
-proof door lock ............... 54
-proof hinged window lock .......55
-proof sliding sunroof lock .......55
Seat securing system ISOFIX . . . . . 52
seats ........................46
Child seat
ISOFIX ....................... 52
Recommendations . . . ..........49
Suitable positions ..............48
Children
In the vehicle . ................. 45
Restraint systems ..............46
Cigarette lighter ................200
Cleaning
After driving off-road or on con-
struction sites ................246
Engine wash . ................246
High-pressure cleaning .........245
In the automatic car wash .......246
Light alloy wheels .............246
Vehicle exterior ...............244
Vehicle interior ............... 244
Cleaning and care ...............244
Cockpit
Overview .....................20
Combination switch .............140
Constant headlamp mode . 113,
132, 138
Consumption statistics (vehicles
with steering wheel but-
tons) ..................... 115, 134
Control panel
overhead .....................32
Convenience closing feature .......66
Conversions and accessories
see Add-on equipment ..... 17, 347
Coolant ........................239
Display message ..............290
level ........................251
Temperature gauge (Vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) . . . . . 124
Topping up . . ................251
Warning lamp ................277
Correct use .....................17
Cruise control ..................191
Display message ......... 287, 295
Problems ....................305
Cup holder .....................205
Centre console ...............205
Cockpit .....................205
D
Delayed switch-off ......... 114, 133
Diesel
Consumption . ................357
Fuels .......................241
Low outside temperatures ......243
Reserve fuel warning lamp ......278
Tank content . ................360
Diesel engine
Winter driving ................243
Digital speedometer ..............16
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) . . . 112, 129
Setting the unit (vehicles with-
out steering wheel buttons) . . . . . 103
Digital Speedometer (Vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) .....108
Digital total distance recorder .....16
Dipped beam headlamps
Driving abroad ................212
Dipped-beam headlamps .........138
Automatic headlamp mode* . . . . . 138
Changing bulbs ...........325- 326
Constant headlamp mode (vehicles with steering wheel but-
tons) .................. 113, 132
Direction of rotation, tyres ........59
Display
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons
Display messages .......... 284
Outside temperature . . . 108, 124
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Standard display ...... 108, 124
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons Display messages ......283
Doors
Display message ..............296
Indicator lamp ................281
Downhill gradients
Cruise control ................192
Speedtronic . . ................ 189
Driver's door and co-driver's door ..67
Driving abroad .................212
Driving off-road .................212
Driving on rough terrain
see Driving off-road . . . .........212
Driving safety system
ABS ........................177
BAS ........................177
EBV ........................177
Driving system .................188
Cruise control ................191
Malfunctions . ................304
Parktronic . . . ................194
Speedtronic . . ................ 188
Driving tips ....................212
Driving abroad ................212
Trailer towing ................231
E
E box fan
Indicator lamp ................281
e mark ........................348
EBD
see Electronic brake-power dis-
tribution (EBV) ................177
Electric sliding door* .............68
Electrical heater booster system . . 171
Electrical/electronic equipment
Retrofitting . . ................348
Electronic brake-power distribu-
tion (EBV) ......................177
Display message ..............289
Warning lamps ...............270
Electronic communications
equipment .....................208
Electronic level control (ENR) .....198
Indicator lamp ................282
Electronic Stability Program
®
(ESP
) .........................184
Display message ..............285
Indicator lamp ........... 270, 274
Warning lamp ................270
Electronic traction support (4-ETS) 184
Emergency equipment ...........264
Emergency locking
Vehicle .....................339
Emergency unlocking
Vehicle .....................337
Engine
Changing the power output . . . . . . 16
Diagnostics, indicator lamp ...... 279
Display message ..............293
electronics . . ................348
Maximum speeds .............346
number .....................349
Operating safety ...............16
Starting with the key . . .........172
Technical data ................350
Wash .......................246
Engine oil ......................238
Checking the oil level (dipstick) . . 255
Checking the oil level (on-board
computer) . . . ................254
Consumption . ................214
Display message ..............294
Mixing ......................239
Oil change . . . ................238
SAE classification .............239
Topping up . . ................256
Warning lamp ................276
Error memory
see Malfunction memory (vehicles with steering wheel but-
tons) .................. 109, 126
®
ESP
see Electronic Stability Program . . 184
Exterior lighting
Changing bulbs ...............325
Constant headlamp mode (vehicles with steering wheel but-
tons) .................. 113, 132
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Delayed switch-off (vehicles
with steering wheel but-
tons) .................. 114, 133
Locator lighting (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) . . . 114, 132
Exterior mirrors .................98
F
Fire extinguisher ................266
First-aid kit ....................266
Flat tyre
Preparing the vehicle . .........317
Wheel change ................320
Fording depth ..................212
Front foglamps .................139
Changing bulbs ...........325- 326
Fuel ..........................240
Consumption . ........... 214, 357
Diesel ......................241
Gauge ......................101
Petrol ......................240
Fuel filter with water separator ...315
Indicator lamp ................280
Fuel tank
Display message ..............295
Fuse box under the driver's seat . . 334
Fuses .........................329
Fuse allocation .......... 332, 335
G
Garage door opener .............207
Clearing the memory . . .........208
General driving tips .............174
General safety notes .............55
Genuine parts ..................347
Glove compartment .............203
H
Hand brake
see Parking brake .............178
Hazard warning lamps ...........140
Headlamp
Cleaning system ......... 146, 253
Headlamp flasher ...............140
Headlamp mode (automatic) ......138
Headlamp range ................139
Headlamps
Changing bulbs ...........325- 326
Cleaning ....................245
Misted up . . . ................312
Heating .......................147
Air distribution ...............149
Airflow ......................149
Air-recirculation mode .........150
Basic settings ................149
Control panel ................148
Heating in the rear compartment . 150
Special settings ...............150
Temperature . ................149
High-pressure cleaners ..........245
I
Ignition lock ....................67
Indicator and warning lamp
Coolant .....................277
Engine diagnostic .............279
LIM ........................192
Reserve fuel . ................278
Seat belt ....................281
SRS ......................... 39
Tyre pressure monitoring system . 280
Indicator and warning lamps .....270
AAS ........................272
ABS ................... 270, 273
Air filter .....................279
ASR ...............183, 270, 272
BAS ................... 270, 272
Battery charge ................275
Brake lining wear .............276
Brakes ..................270- 271
Doors ......................281
Eboxfan....................281
Electronic level control (ENR) . . . . 282
Engine oil level ...............276
®
ESP
.................. 270, 274
LIM ........................188
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF .......298
Poly-V-belt . . . ................275
Preglow .....................278
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SRS ........................275
Washer fluid . ................280
Water separator ..............280
Indicator lamp
see Indicator and warning lamp
Instrument cluster ........22, 26, 99
Lighting .....................101
Rev counter . . ................101
Speedometer ................101
Instrument cluster illumination
see Instrument lighting .........101
Instrument lighting .............101
Interior lamp
Changing bulbs ...............329
Interior lighting
Changing bulbs ...............325
Front .......................141
Rear ........................143
Interior lighting, rear ............143
Interior motion sensor ............80
Intermittent wipe
Windscreen wipers . . . .........144
ISOFIX child seat securing system ..52
J
Jack ..........................264
Aligning .....................322
Jump-starting ..................341
K
Key ............................62
Changing the battery . .........336
Display message ..............293
Key positions ...................67
Kickdown ......................181
L
Lamps
Display message ..............291
Language
Display (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) .......... 112, 130
Lashing eyelet
Permissible tensile load ........354
Lashing eyelets .................219
Lashing points and lashing materials
Permissible tensile load ........354
Lashing points and materials .....219
License plate lamp
Changing bulbs .......... 326, 328
Lighting
Changing bulbs ...............325
Exterior, see Exterior lighting . . . . 325
Instrument . . ................101
Interior, front . ................141
Interior, rear . ................143
Lights
Combination switch . . .........140
Headlamp range control ........139
Light switch . . ................138
Reading lamp ................141
LIM indicator lamp
Cruise control ................192
Speedtronic . . ................188
Load compartment
Cover .......................226
Floor (retractable) .............226
Options .....................219
Load distribution ...............218
Load protection grille ............224
Full-height . . . ................224
Split ........................225
Load protection net .............222
Loading guidelines ..............217
Loads
Securing ....................219
Transporting . ............217- 218
Locator lighting
Setting (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) .......... 114, 132
Locking
Automatic . . . .................65
Manually .....................63
Luggage net ....................222
Lumbar support .................84
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M
Main fuse box ..................329
Main-beam headlamps ...........140
Changing bulbs ...........325- 326
Maintenance points under the
front flap ......................251
Malfunction memory (vehicles
with steering wheel but-
tons) ..................... 109, 126
Manual transmission ............179
Maximum speed
Technical data ................346
Memory function ................83
Menu (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons)
Audio .................. 108, 124
Malfunction memory . . .... 109, 126
Navigation . . . ........... 109, 125
Operation . . . ........... 108, 124
Settings ................ 110, 126
Telephone . . . ........... 116, 135
Trip computer ........... 115, 134
Messages
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons .....................284
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons .....................283
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors ................98
Rear-view mirror ...............97
Mobile phone ...................209
Installation . . ................348
Modifying the programming
Key .........................63
O
On-board computer
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ................ 104, 120
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons ................ 102, 118
One-touch gearshifting ..........180
Opening and closing the tailgate
From the inside ................71
Opening/closing the windows .....74
Operating the vehicle ............182
Outside temperature display
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ................ 108, 124
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons ................ 102, 119
Overhead control panel
Interior lighting ...............142
Overview .....................32
Overrevving range ..............101
Overview
Menus (Vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) .......... 106, 122
P
Parking aid
see Parktronic ................194
Parking brake ..................178
Parking lamp
Changing bulbs ...............325
Parking lamps ..................138
Parktronic (PTS) ................194
Cleaning sensors ..............245
Indicator lamp ................304
Malfunction . . ................304
trailer towing . ................197
warning display .......... 196, 304
Parktronic (PTS)sensor range .....195
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF warn-
ing lamp .......................298
Permanent Speedtronic ..........190
Petrol
Consumption . ................357
Minimum grade ...............240
Reserve fuel warning lamp ......278
Tank content . ................360
Poly-V-belt
Malfunction . . ................275
Power supply
Fuses .......................329
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Power windows ..................74
Practical advice
Auxiliary heating system ........307
Central locking system .........309
Engine ......................301
Fuel and fuel tank .............314
Headlamps and turn signals . . . . . 312
Windscreen wipers . . . .........313
Preparing for a journey ..........171
Checks in the vehicle . .........172
Visual check of the vehicle exte-
rior ........................171
Protection of the environment .....15
PTS
see Parktronic ................194
Pulling away ...................173
R
Radio
Changing stations (vehicles
with steering wheel but-
tons) .................. 108, 124
Setting station selection (vehicles with steering wheel but-
tons) .................. 115, 133
Rail transport ..................214
Rain sensor
Windscreen wipers . . . .........144
Reading lamp ..................141
Rear bench seat .................85
Rear door .......................72
Closing from the outside .........73
Opening from the outside ........72
Opening/closing from the inside . . 74
Rear foglamp ...................139
Changing bulbs ...............326
Rear lamp
Changing bulbs ...............326
Rear window heating ............146
Malfunction . . ................297
Rear window wiper ..............145
Rear-view mirror .................97
Refuelling ......................215
Remote control
Changing the batteries (auxili-
ary heating) . . ................337
Programming (garage door
opener) .....................207
Replacing bulbs
Indicator and warning lamps . . . . . 281
Replacing the wiper blades .......257
Reserve fuel
Fuel tank ....................278
Residual heat
Automatic climate control .......163
Restraint system ................36
Airbags ......................41
Belt force limiter ............... 40
Belt tensioner ................. 40
Child restraint systems .......... 46
Display message ..............287
Front airbags . ................. 43
Malfunction . . ................275
Seat belt .....................37
SRS (supplemental) . . . ..........39
Thorax/side-impact airbags . . . . . . 43
Warning lamp ................. 39
Windowbags . ................. 44
Retreaded tyres .................59
Rev counter ....................101
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic transmis-
sion) .......................180
Engaging (manual transmission) . . 179
Reverse warning feature .........215
Reversing lamp
Changing bulbs ...............326
Roof load, maximum ............354
Roof rack ................. 229, 354
Running in .....................212
S
SAE classification (engine oils) ....239
Safety notes, general .............55
Seat
Co-driver's seat ................ 81
Driver's seat . ................. 81
Suspension seat ............... 85
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Seat belt .......................37
Adjusting the height . . ..........38
Belt force limiter ............... 40
Belt tensioner ................. 40
Cleaning ....................244
Display message ..............290
Fastening . . . ................. 38
Warning lamp ................281
Seat heating ....................96
Malfunction . . ................297
Seats and Bench seat .............85
Selector lever position ...........180
Service life, tyres ................58
Service products
Bio-diesel fuel (FAME fuel) ......241
Brake fluid...................238
Coolant .....................239
Engine oils . . . ................238
Filling capacities ..............360
Fuel ........................240
Setting the date
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons .....................132
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons .....................120
Settings
Factory (key) . .............. 62-63
Reset submenus (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ........127
Resetting all (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ........127
Shift ranges
Automatic transmission ........ 181
Side lamp
Changing bulbs ...............325
Side lamps .....................138
Side window
Resetting ..................... 75
Sliding door .....................67
Sliding/tilting sunroof ............77
Closing manually ..............339
Resetting ..................... 77
Snow chains ...................236
Socket ........................207
Spare wheel ....................266
Rear compartment . . . .........266
Under the rear of the vehicle . . . . 267
Spectacles compartment .........204
Speed
Limiting, see Speedtronic ....... 188
Setting, see Cruise control ......193
Speedometer ...................101
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ........129
Speedtronic ....................188
Display message ..... 286- 287, 295
Permanent . . ................190
Problems ....................305
Variable .....................188
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) ........................39
Display message ..............287
Warning lamp ............ 39, 275
Start-off assist system (AAS)
Indicator lamp ................272
Start-off assist(AAS) .............182
Steering wheel ..................97
Adjusting .....................97
Buttons (Vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) .......... 104, 120
with buttons . .................29
Stickers ........................55
Stopping the vehicle and switch-
ing off the engine ...............176
Storage, tyres ...................60
Stowage spaces and stowage
compartments .................201
Glove compartment . . .........203
Rear ........................203
Spectacles compartment .......204
Steering wheel stowage com-
partment ....................201
Stowage compartment in the
centre console ...............202
Stowage compartment in the
dashboard . . . ................201
Stowage compartment in the door 203
Stowage compartment on the
co-driver side ................203
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Convenience . ................134
Instrument cluster ........ 111, 129
Lighting ................ 113, 132
Overview of settings . . .... 111, 128
Selecting ............... 110, 127
Time/Date . . ................131
Vehicle ................ 115, 133
Surround lighting
see Locator lighting . . .... 114, 132
Switch Parktronic (PTS)
on/off ......................197
Switch unit
centre console ................31
driver's door . .................33
T
Tailgate ........................71
Opening/closing from the outside . 71
Tank
Reserve, warning lamp .........278
Tank capacity ..................101
Technical data
Filling capacities ..............360
Fuel consumption .............357
Speed ......................346
Tyre pressure ................352
Vehicle dimensions . . . .........346
Vehicle weights ...............346
Telephone .....................209
Display message ..............289
Operation (vehicles with steer-
ing wheel buttons) . . . .... 116, 135
Temperature
adjustment (automatic climate
control) .....................162
Setting (air-conditioning system) . 154
Setting (heating) ..............149
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) . . . 112, 129
Setting the unit (vehicles with-
out steering wheel buttons) . . . . . 103
Thermotronic ..................159
Tightening torques
Wheel bolts . . ........... 324, 354
Time
Setting the clock
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ............. 111, 131
Vehicles without steering
wheel buttons ........ 103, 119
TIREFIT kit
Using .......................317
Total distance recorder ..... 102, 119
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) . . . 112, 129
Setting the unit (vehicles with-
out steering wheel buttons) . . . . . 103
Trip meter . . . ........... 102, 119
Tow-away protection .............80
Towing ........................343
Towing eye ....................343
Tow-starting ...................342
TPMS
see Tyre pressure monitor ......185
Trailer
Adapter cable ................234
Driving when towing . . .........231
Towing with Parktronic ......... 197
Trailer coupling Installation di-
mensions ................. 355
Trailer coupling, installation di-
mensions ......................355
Trailer tow hitch ........... 230, 306
Adapter cable ................234
Detachable . . ................232
Notes on care ................ 230
Trailer towing ............. 230, 306
Transportation aids
Load compartment cover .......226
Load compartment floor (re-
tractable) ....................226
Load protection grille . .........224
Load protection net . . . .........222
Luggage net . ................222
Transporting
Load compartment variations . . . . 219
Load distribution ..............218
Loading .....................217
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Keywords
Securing a load ...............219
Transportation aids . . . .........222
Trip computer (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ..... 115, 134
Trip meter ................ 102, 119
Resetting ....................101
Troubleshooting
Automatic transmission ........ 303
Driving systems ..............304
Turn signals ....................140
Changing bulbs ...........325- 326
Twin co-driver's seat ........ 85, 204
Two-way radio
Installation . . ................348
Tyre
age .........................58
condition .....................58
damage ......................58
load-bearing capacity . ..........58
maximum speed ............... 58
tread ........................57
types ........................58
wear ........................57
Tyre pressure
Calling up (vehicles with steer-
ing wheel buttons) . . . .........185
Display message ......... 286, 294
monitor ...................... 57
Monitoring (on-board computer) . . 185
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ........131
Tables ......................352
Warning lamp ................280
Tyre sealant TIREFIT
Using .......................317
Tyres ..................... 56, 351
Direction of rotation . . ..........59
Operating safety ...............56
Replacing wheels .............. 59
Retreaded . . . ................. 59
Storage ......................60
Winter ......................235
U
Uphill gradients
Cruise control ................192
V
Variable Speedtronic ............188
Vehicle
Cleaning ....................244
Correct use . . .................17
dimensions . . ................346
electronics . . ................348
Emergency unlocking . .... 337, 339
Identification number . ......... 349
Individual settings (vehicles
with steering wheel but-
tons) .................. 110, 126
Registration . . .................16
Towing ......................343
Tow-starting . ................342
Transporting . ................344
weights .....................346
Vehicle assemblies ..............256
Vehicle identification plates ......349
Vehicle key .....................62
Vehicle tool kit .................264
W
Warning and indicator lamps
Parktronic . . . ................304
Warning signal
Audible .....................299
Warning triangle ................265
Washer fluid
Indicator lamp ................280
Wear, tyres .....................57
Wearing seat belts ...............38
Wheel
Changing ....................320
Replacing . . . ................. 59
Wheel bolts
Retightening . ................324
Tightening torque ........ 324, 354
Wheels
Operating safety ...............56
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Window
Washer fluid . ................145
Washing system ......... 145, 253
Windows
Cleaning ....................244
Cleaning the windscreen ........245
Windscreen
Cleaning ....................245
Windscreen washer fluid
Display message ..............296
Indicator lamp ................280
Topping up . . ................253
Wiping with . . ................145
Windscreen wipers ..............144
Intermittent wipe .............144
Malfunction . . ................313
Rain sensor . . ................144
Replacing the wiper blades ......257
Winter diesel ...................243
Winter tyres ...................235
Setting a limit speed . . .........190
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Protection of the environment
Environmental note
H
DaimlerChrysler's declared policy is one of
integrated environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
which form the basis of our existence on
this planet to be used sparingly and in a
manner which takes the requirements of
both nature and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmentally-responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tyre wear depend
on the following factors:
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Operating conditions of your vehicle
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Your personal driving style
You can influence both factors.
You should bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions
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Avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
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Make sure that the tyre pressures are always correct.
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Do not carry any unnecessary weight.
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Keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consumption.
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Remove roof racks once you no longer
need them.
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A regularly serviced vehicle will contribute to environmental protection. You
should therefore adhere to the service
intervals.
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Always have maintenance work carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Personal driving style
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Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
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Do not warm up the engine with the vehicle stationary.
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Drive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
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Avoid frequent, sudden acceleration.
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Change gear in good time and use each
gear only up to
2
/3of its maximum en-
gine speed.
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Switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
Introduction
Protection of the environment
Returning used vehicles
Mercedes-Benz will take back your
Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environmentally-responsible manner, in accordance with the European Union (EU)
End of Life Vehicles Directive.
Depending on national regulations, the return of used vehicles applies to vehicles
up to 3.5 t permissible gross weight. The
Vito has already been meeting legal requirements for design in terms of suitability for recycling and reuse of parts for several years.
There is a network of collection points and
vehicle dismantlers where your vehicle
can be recycled in an environmentally-responsible manner. The methods employed
in vehicle and parts recycling are continuously being further developed and improved. The Vito will therefore meet even
future, legally required increases in recycling quotas within the specified time.
You can obtain further information from
the Mercedes-Benz homepage for your
country or by contacting your local
Mercedes-Benz hotline number.
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Introduction
Operating safety and vehicle approval
Operating safety and vehicle approval
Risk of injury
G
Tampering with electronic components and
their software could cause these to stop
working. Due to the networked structure of
the electronics, systems could be affected
that should not be altered in any way. Malfunctions in the electronics could considerably jeopardise the operating safety of your
vehicle.
All maintenance work should be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
DaimlerChrysler recommends that you use
a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this
purpose, as these centres have the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry
out the work required. In particular, all work
relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Other work carried out incorrectly or modifications to the vehicle may also jeopardise
operating safety.
Some safety systems only function while
the engine is running. Therefore, do not
switch off the engine when driving.
Registering your vehicle
Mercedes-Benz may ask its Service
Centres to carry out technical inspections
on certain vehicles to improve their quality
or safety.
If you did not purchase your vehicle from
an authorised specialist dealer and your
vehicle has never been inspected at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, it is possible that your vehicle is not registered in
your name with Mercedes-Benz.
Mercedes-Benz can only inform you about
vehicle checks if it has your registration
data.
It is advisable to register your vehicle with
a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible
about any change of address or vehicle
ownership.
Digital speedometer and total distance recorder
Do not attempt to modify the electronically stored total distance reading for the
vehicle by tampering with the electronics.
If the total distance reading has been altered and you subsequently sell the ve-
hicle but do not inform the buyer, this may
constitute a punishable offence under local legislation.
Changing the engine power output
Any tampering with the electronic engine
management system in order to increase
the engine power output will lead to the invalidation of the vehicle’s general operating permit and its insurance cover as well
as to the loss of guarantee and warranty
rights.
Changes in power output require the vehicle to be recertified and must be reported to the vehicle insurers. Tyres, suspension, brakes and cooling systems must
be adapted to the increased engine power
output.
Tampering with the electronic engine management system will change emission levels and the operating safety of the engine
cannot always be guaranteed. Increased
power could cause malfunctions and consequential damage to other assemblies.
If the power output of the vehicle’s engine
has been modified and you subsequently
sell the vehicle but do not inform the
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buyer, this may constitute a punishable offence under local legislation.
Attachments, bodies, equipment and
conversions
Mercedes-Benz recommends genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts and conversion parts
and accessories that have been approved
by Mercedes-Benz expressly for the type
of vehicle concerned.
These parts have been specially tested to
establish their safety, reliability and suitability.
! For safety reasons, have bodies manufac-
tured and fitted in accordance with the valid
Mercedes-Benz body/equipment mounting directives. These body/equipment mounting directives ensure that the chassis and the body
form one unit and that maximum operating and
road safety is achieved.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that:
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no other modifications be made to the vehicle
I
agreement should be obtained from
Mercedes-Benz in the event of deviations
from approved body/equipment mounting
directives
Approval from official test centres or official
approbations cannot rule out risks to your
safety.
You can obtain body/equipment
mounting directives from:
Telephone:
+49 (0)711 17 58 438
Fax:
+49 (0)711 17 32 323
or on the Internet at:
http://abh-infoportal.mercedes-benz.com
You may obtain further information from
any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Correct use
Observe the following when using your vehicle:
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the safety notes in these Operating Instructions
I
national road traffic regulations
I
national road traffic licensing regulations
Introduction
Operating safety and vehicle approval
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At a glance
Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Instrument cluster versions . . . . 22
Steering wheel with buttons . . . . 29
Centre console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Switch units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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At a glance
Cockpit
Cockpit
1
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At a glance
Cockpit
Function Page
1 Combination switch
• Turn signal 140
• Windscreen wipers 144
• Main-beam headlamps 140
2 Cruise control lever
• Cruise control 191
• Speedtronic 188
3 Instrument cluster 22, 26
4 • Steering wheel 97
• Steering wheel with buttons
5 Horn
6 Mobile phone fittings 209
29
Function Page
7 Warning display for Park-
tronic system
8 Rain/light sensor
9 Overhead control panel 32
a Opens the glove compart-
ment
b Glove compartment 203
c Centre console (COMAND,
Audio system or tachograph, see the separate
Operating Instructions)
d Switch unit with hazard
warning lamps switch
e Ignition lock 67
194
203
30
31
Function Page
f Adjusts the steering wheel 97
g Cleans the headlamps 146
h Releases the parking
brake
j Opens the bonnet 249
k Parking brake 178
l Auxiliary heating 166
m Adjusts the seat electri-
cally
n Door control panel 33
o Light switch 138
178
81
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At a glance
Instrument cluster versions
Instrument cluster versions
1
Version A
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At a glance
Instrument cluster versions
Function Page
1 Indicator and warning
lamps
2 , Button
• Instrument lighting
brighter
• Setting the time 119
• Display settings (for ve-
hicles without steering
wheel buttons)
3 . Button
• Instrument lighting dimmer
• Display settings (for vehicles without steering
wheel buttons)
4 Fuel gauge with reserve
fuel warning lamp
5 Speedometer 101
6 Display 118,
7 Rev counter 101
8 Reset button 4 99
23
101
119
101
119
278
120
Function Page
9 5 Button 99
Indicator and warning
lamps
. Bulb defective 281
9 Door open 64
A Main-beam headlamps 140
R Fan for electronics box de-
fective
ú Electronic level control
(ENR)
< Fasten seat belt 37,
# Battery not being charged 275
2 Brake pads/linings worn 276
7 Parking brake applied 178
& Turn signal, left 140
m Speed limiter 188
q Preglow indicator lamp 173,
281
198
281
278
Function Page
k ASR or AAS malfunction 272
BAS malfunction 272
®
v ESP
- ABS malfunction 273
± Engine diagnostic indica-
N Engine oil level too low 276
/ Turn signal, right 140
6 Brake fluid level too low 271
1 Restraint systems mal-
D Coolant temperature too
/ Coolant level too low 277
M Water in fuel filter 280
A Reserve fuel warning lamp 278
warning lamp 184,
270
ASR warning lamp 183,
270
279
tor lamp
EBV malfunction 270
39,
function
high
275
277
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At a glance
Instrument cluster versions
Function Page
1
È Air filter dirty 279
J Washer fluid level too low 280,
i Vehicles with steering wheel buttons:
Corresponding messages may also be shown in
display
6 (e page 284).
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At a glance
Instrument cluster versions
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25
At a glance
Instrument cluster versions
Version B
1
26
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At a glance
Instrument cluster versions
Function Page
1 Instrument cluster in ve-
hicles without steering
wheel buttons
2 Instrument cluster in ve-
hicles with steering wheel
buttons
3 5 In vehicles without
steering wheel buttons:
• Changes the standard
display
• Selects menu 119
4 > In vehicles with
steering wheel buttons:
Checks the engine oil level 254
5 Reset button 0 99
6 Speedometer with: 101
Indicator and warning
lamps
7 Indicator and warning
lamps
8 Display on vehicles with-
out steering wheel buttons
99
99
27
119
Function Page
9 Display on vehicles with
steering wheel buttons
a Rev counter with 101
Indicator and warning
lamps
b ,, . Instrument cluster
illumination brighter/dimmer
c Fuel gauge with: 101
• Reserve fuel warning
lamp
• Location indicator for
fuel filler flap
filler cap is on the left
Indicator and warning
lamps
®
v ESP
/ Coolant level too low 277
D Coolant temperature too
warning lamp 184,
ASR warning lamp 183,
high
Ö: fuel
120
101
278
270
270
277
Function Page
1 Restraint systems mal-
function
6 Brake fluid level too low 271
EBV malfunction 271
N Engine oil level warning 276
± Engine diagnostic indica-
tor lamp
q Preglow system 173,
& Turn signal, left 140
X Tyre pressure warning
lamp
J Windscreen washer/
headlamp cleaning system
washer fluid level too low
9 Door open 281
2 Brake pads/linings worn 276
/ Turn signal, right 140
- ABS malfunction 273
k ASR or AAS malfunction 272
BAS malfunction 272
275
279
278
280
280
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At a glance
Instrument cluster versions
Function Page
1
# ESP®malfunction 270
; Air filter dirty 279
A Reserve fuel 278
/ Water in the fuel 280
i Vehicles without steering wheel buttons:
there is a digital fuel gauge in display
Vehicles with steering wheel buttons: there is
an analogue fuel gauge in the rev counter.
i Vehicles with steering wheel buttons:
Corresponding messages may also be shown in
display
6 (
e page 283).
8.
Function Page
# Battery charge malfunc-
tion
R Fan for electronics box de-
fective
. Bulb defective 281
275
281
Function Page
7 Parking brake applied 178
B Dipped-beam headlamps
on
A Main-beam headlamps on 140
< Fasten seat belt 281
138
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