Opel Insignia 2015 Owner's Manual

OPEL INSIGNIA

Owner's Manual

Contents

Introduction .................................... 2

In brief ............................................ 6

Keys, doors and windows ............ 21

Seats, restraints ........................... 46

Storage ........................................ 71

Instruments and controls ............. 87

Lighting ...................................... 127

Climate control ........................... 139

Driving and operating ................. 153

Vehicle care ............................... 223

Service and maintenance .......... 272

Technical data ........................... 275

Customer information ................ 321

Index .......................................... 326

2 Introduction

Introduction

Introduction 3

Vehicle specific data

Please enter your vehicle's data on
the previous page to keep it easily
accessible. This information is
available in the sections "Service and
maintenance" and "Technical data"
as well as on the identification plate.

Introduction

Your vehicle is a designed
combination of advanced technology,
safety, environmental friendliness
and economy.

This Owner's Manual provides you
with all the necessary information to
enable you to drive your vehicle
safely and efficiently.

Make sure your passengers are
aware of the possible risk of accident
and injury which may result from
improper use of the vehicle.

You must always comply with the
specific laws and regulations of the
country that you are in. These laws
may differ from the information in this
Owner's Manual.

When this Owner's Manual refers to a
workshop visit, we recommend your
Opel Service Partner. For gas
vehicles, we recommend an Opel
Repairer authorised for servicing gas
vehicles.

All Opel Service Partners provide
first-class service at reasonable
prices. Experienced mechanics
trained by Opel work according to
specific Opel instructions.

The customer literature pack should
always be kept ready to hand in the
vehicle.

Using this manual

■ This manual describes all options
and features available for this
model. Certain descriptions,
including those for display and
menu functions, may not apply to
your vehicle due to model variant,
country specifications, special
equipment or accessories.

■ The "In brief" section will give you
an initial overview.

■ The table of contents at the
beginning of this manual and within
each section shows where the
information is located.

■ The index will enable you to search
for specific information.

■ This Owner's Manual depicts left­hand drive vehicles. Operation is
similar for right-hand drive vehicles.

■ The Owner's Manual uses the
factory engine designations. The
corresponding sales designations
can be found in the section
"Technical data".

■ Directional data, e.g. left or right, or
front or back, always relate to the
direction of travel.

■ The vehicle display screens may
not support your specific language.

■ Display messages and interior
labelling are written in bold letters.

4 Introduction

Danger, Warnings and
Cautions

9 Danger

Text marked 9 Danger provides
information on risk of fatal injury.
Disregarding this information may
endanger life.

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.

Symbols

Page references are indicated with 3.
3 means "see page".

Chronological order to select menu
entries in the vehicle personalisation
is indicated with I.

We wish you many hours of
pleasurable driving.

Adam Opel AG

Introduction 5

6 In brief

In brief

Initial drive information

Vehicle unlocking

Press c to unlock the doors and load
compartment. Open the doors by
pulling the handles. To open the
tailgate, pull the button under the
tailgate moulding.

Press x; only the load
compartment is unlocked and opens.

Radio remote control 3 22, Central
locking system 3 24, Electronic key
system 3 23, Load compartment
3 29.

Seat adjustment

Seat positioning

Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle. Try to move the seat back and
forth to ensure that the seat is locked
in place.

Seat position 3 48, Seat adjustment
3 48.

9 Danger

Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.

In brief 7

Seat backrests

Pull lever, adjust inclination and
release lever. Allow the seat to
engage audibly.

Seat position 3 48, Seat adjustment
3 48.

Seat height

Press switch
top = seat higher

bottom = seat lower

Seat position 3 48, Seat adjustment
3 48.

Seat inclination

Lever pumping motion
up = front end higher

down = front end lower

Seat position 3 48, Seat adjustment
3 48.

8 In brief

Power seat adjustment

Operate switch 1:
forwards/

backwards
up-/downwards = height adjustment
up-/downwards
at front

Operate switch 2:
forwards/

backwards

= lengthwise

adjustment

= inclination

adjustment

= backrest

adjustment

Head restraint adjustment

Press release button, adjust height,
engage.

Head restraints 3 46.

Seat belt

Pull out the seat belt and engage in
belt buckle. The seat belt must not be
twisted and must fit close against the
body. The backrest must not be tilted
back too far (maximum approx. 25°).

To release belt, press red button on
belt buckle.

Seat position 3 48, Seat belts
3 55, Airbag system 3 59.

In brief 9

Mirror adjustment

Interior mirror

Adjust the lever on the underside to
reduce dazzle.

Interior mirror 3 39, Automatic anti­dazzle interior mirror 3 39.

Exterior mirrors

Select the relevant exterior mirror by
switching the control to left mirror (L)
or right mirror (R). Then adjust.

Convex exterior mirrors 3 37,
Electric adjustment 3 37, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 37, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 38.

Steering wheel adjustment

Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is
fully locked. Do not adjust steering
wheel unless vehicle is stationary and
steering wheel lock has been
released.

Airbag system 3 59, Ignition
positions 3 154.

10 In brief

Instrument panel overview

In brief 11

1 Power windows ..................... 40

2 Central locking system .......... 24

3 Exterior mirrors ..................... 37

4 Light switch ........................ 127

Headlight range

adjustment ......................... 129

Front/rear fog lights ............ 133

Instrument illumination ....... 135

5 Side air vents ...................... 150

6 Turn and lane-change

signals, headlight flash,

low/high beam, high beam

assist ................................... 133

Exit lighting ......................... 137

Parking lights ...................... 134

Buttons for Driver

Information Centre .............. 112

7 Cruise control ..................... 178

Speed limiter ....................... 180

Adaptive cruise control .......181

Forward collision alert ......... 188

8 Instruments ........................ 101

Driver Information Centre .... 112

9 Buttons for Driver

Information Centre .............. 112

10 Windscreen wiper and

washer, headlight washer,

rear wiper and washer .........89

11 Centre air vents .................. 150

12 Sport/Tour mode ................ 175

Traction Control system .....173

Electronic Stability Control . 174

Hazard warning flashers ....133

Parking assist/Advanced

parking aid ......................... 194

Lane departure warning .....210

13 Anti-theft alarm system

status LED ........................... 34

14 Colour-Info-Display ............ 119

15 Glovebox .............................. 71

16 Control indicator for airbag

activation/deactivation .......106

Control indicator for front

passenger seat belt ...........105

17 Controls for Colour-Info-

Display operation ................ 119

18 CD-slot

19 Climate control system ........ 139

20 Electric parking brake .........171

21 Touchpad ............................ 119

22 Manual transmission .......... 169

Automatic transmission ...... 165

23 Storage ................................. 71

24 Eco button for stop-start

system ................................. 158

Fuel selector button ............ 103

25 Ignition/Power switch .......... 154

26 Horn ..................................... 88

27 Steering wheel adjustment ..87

28 Bonnet release lever .......... 225

29 Storage compartment ........... 72

Fuse box ............................ 246

12 In brief

In brief 13

Exterior lighting

Automatic light control
AUTO = automatic light control:

exterior lighting is switched

m

8
9

Fog lights

>
r

Lighting 3 127.

on and off automatically

= activation or deactivation of

the automatic light control
= sidelights
= headlights

= front fog lights
= rear fog light

Headlight flash, high beam and low beam

headlight flash = pull lever
high beam = push lever
low beam = push or pull lever

Automatic light control 3 128, High
beam 3 128, High beam assist
3 128, Headlight flash 3 129,
Adaptive forward lighting 3 130.

Turn and lane-change signals

lever up = right turn signal
lever down = left turn signal

Turn and lane-change signals
3 133, Parking lights 3 134.

14 In brief

Hazard warning flashers

Operated by pressing ¨.
Hazard warning flashers 3 133.

Horn

Press j.

Washer and wiper systems

Windscreen wiper

HI = fast
LO = slow
INT = interval wiping or automatic

wiping with rain sensor

OFF = off

For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 1x.

Windscreen wiper 3 89, Wiper
blade replacement 3 232.

In brief 15

Windscreen and headlight washer

Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer

system 3 89, Washer fluid 3 229.

Rear window wiper

Press the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:

upper switch = continuous

operation

lower switch = intermittent

operation

middle position = off

Rear window washer

Push lever.
Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear

window and the wiper wipes a few
times.

Rear window wiper/washer 3 91.

16 In brief

Climate control

Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors

Heating is operated by pressing Ü.
Heated rear window 3 42.

Demisting and defrosting the windows, air conditioning system

Press V.
Set temperature control to warmest

level.
Switch on heated rear window Ü.
Air conditioning system 3 139.

Demisting and defrosting the windows, automatic climate control

Press V.
Temperature and air distribution are

set automatically and the fan runs at
high speed.

Switch on heated rear window Ü.
Dual automatic climate control

3 145

In brief 17

Transmission

Manual transmission

Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal, press the
release button on the selector lever
and engage the gear.

If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat
gear selection.

Manual transmission 3 169.

Automatic transmission

P = park
R = reverse
N = neutral
D = automatic mode
M = manual mode: move selector

lever from D to the left.

= manual mode upshifting

<

= manual mode downshifting

]

The selector lever can only be moved
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 3 165.

Starting off

Check before starting off

■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 251,
3 294.

■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 225.

■ 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 37, 3 48,
3 56.

■ Brake function at low speed,
particularly if the brakes are wet.

18 In brief

Starting the engine

■ Ignition switch: turn key to position

2.
Power button: press

Engine Start/Stop for a few
seconds until green LED
illuminates.

■ Move the steering wheel slightly to
release the steering wheel lock.

■ Operate clutch and brake.

■ Automatic transmission in P or N.

■ Do not operate accelerator pedal.

■ Ignition switch: turn key to position
3 and release.

Power button: press
Engine Start/Stop and release.

■ The engine starts after a short
delay.

Starting the engine 3 156.

Stop-start system

If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a
standstill and certain conditions are
fulfilled, activate an Autostop as
follows:

■ Depress the clutch pedal.

■ Set the lever to neutral.

■ Release the clutch pedal.
An Autostop is indicated by the

needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer or by a control
indicator in the instrument cluster.

In brief 19

To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.

Stop-start system 3 158.

Parking

9 Warning

■ Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the exhaust
system could ignite the surface.

■ Always apply the parking brake.
Activate the manual parking
brake without pressing the
release button. Apply as firmly
as possible on a downhill slope
or uphill slope. Depress foot
brake at the same time to
reduce operating force.

For vehicles with electric
parking brake, pull switch m for
approx. one second.

The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 107.

■ Switch off the engine.

■ If the vehicle is on a level
surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector lever

to position P before removing
the ignition key. On an uphill
slope, turn the front 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 removing the ignition
key. Turn the front wheels
towards the kerb.

■ Close the windows and the
sunroof.

■ Remove the ignition key. Turn
the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.

For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only
be removed when the selector
lever is in position P.

■

Lock the vehicle with button e on
the radio remote control.

20 In brief

Activate the anti-theft alarm system
3 34.

■ The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been switched
off 3 224.

Caution

After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low
load or run in neutral for
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.

Keys, locks 3 21, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 223.

Keys, doors and windows 21

Keys, doors and windows

Keys, locks ................................... 21

Doors ........................................... 29

Vehicle security ............................ 34

Exterior mirrors ............................ 37

Interior mirrors ............................. 39

Windows ...................................... 40

Roof ............................................. 43

Keys, locks

Keys

Replacement keys

The key number is specified in the
Car Pass or on a detachable tag.

The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.

Locks 3 268, Radio remote control
3 22, Electronic key 3 23, Central
locking 3 24, Starting the engine
3 156.

The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.

Wheel changing 3 258.

Key with foldaway key section

Press button to extend. To fold the
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.

22 Keys, doors and windows

Radio remote control

Enables operation of the following
functions via the use of the remote
control buttons:

■ central locking system 3 24

■ anti-theft locking system 3 34

■ anti-theft alarm system 3 34

■ tailgate 3 29

■ power windows 3 40

■ sunroof 3 43

■ mirror folding 3 37

The remote control has a range of
approx. 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.

Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.

Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type
CR 2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit
and synchronise.

Radio remote control synchronisation

After replacing the battery, unlock the
door with the key in the driver's door
lock. The radio remote control will be
synchronised when you switch on the
ignition.

Keys, doors and windows 23

Fault

If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, the cause may be one of the
following:

■ Fault in radio remote control.

■ The range is exceeded.

■ The battery voltage is too low.

■ Frequent, repeated operation of the
radio remote control while not in
range, which will require re­synchronisation.

■ Overload of the central locking
system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.

■ Interference from higher-power
radio waves from other sources.

Manual unlocking 3 24.

Electronic key system

Enables a keyless operation of the
following functions:

■ central locking system 3 24

■ tailgate 3 29

■ ignition switching on and starting
the engine 3 156

The electronic key simply needs to be
on the driver's person.

Additionally, the electronic key
includes the functionality of the radio
remote control 3 22.

Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.

Note
Do not put the electronic key in the
load compartment or in front of the
Info-Display.

Replacing battery in electronic key

Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly
or the range is reduced. The need for
battery replacement is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 121.

Battery replacement, see 'Radio
remote control' 3 22.

Electronic key synchronisation

The electronic key synchronises itself
automatically during every starting
procedure.

24 Keys, doors and windows

Fault

If the central locking cannot be
operated or the engine cannot be
started, the cause may be one of the
following:

■ Fault in electronic key.

■ Electronic key is out of reception
range.

■ The battery voltage is too low.

■ Overload of the central locking
system by operating at frequent
intervals; the power supply is
interrupted for a short time.

■ Interference from higher-power
radio waves from other sources.

To rectify the cause of the fault,
change the position of the electronic
key.

Manual unlocking 3 24.

Memorised settings

Whenever the ignition is switched off,
the following settings are
automatically memorised by the
remote control unit or the electronic
key:

■ automatic climate control

■ lighting

■ Infotainment system

■ central locking system

■ Sport mode settings

■ comfort settings
The saved settings are automatically

used the next time the ignition is
switched on with the memorised key
with remote control unit 3 154 or
electronic key 3 23.

A precondition is that Personalisation
by Driver is activated in the personal
settings of the Info-Display. This must
be set for each remote control unit or
electronic key which is used.

Also memorised are the adjustments
of the driver's seat and exterior
mirrors, independent of the memory
positions 3 51.

Power seat automatically moves into
the saved position when unlocking
and opening the driver's door with the
memorised remote control or
electronic key and Auto Memory
Recall in the Info-Display is activated.

Vehicle personalisation 3 123.

Central locking system

Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap.

A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks the respective door. Pulling
the handle once more opens the door.

Note
In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.

Note
A short time after unlocking with the
remote control the doors are locked
automatically if no door has been
opened.

Keys, doors and windows 25

Remote control operation

Unlocking

Press c.
Unlocking mode can be set in the

vehicle personalisation menu in the
Colour-Info-Display. Two settings are
selectable:

■ All doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap are unlocked by
pressing c once.

■ Only the driver's door, load
compartment and fuel filler flap are
unlocked by pressing c once. To
unlock all doors, press c twice.

Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.
The setting can be saved for the

remote control being used.
Memorised settings 3 24.

Locking
Close doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap.

Press e.
If the driver's door is not closed

properly, the central locking system
will not work.

Unlocking and opening the tailgate
4-door Saloon, Country Tourer,
Sports Tourer with power tailgate

Press x when the ignition is off until
tailgate opens automatically. The
doors remain locked.

Power tailgate 3 29.

Confirmation
Operation of central locking system is
confirmed by the hazard warning
flashers.

26 Keys, doors and windows

Electronic key system operation

The electronic key must be outside
the vehicle, within a range of approx.
one metre of the relevant door side.

Unlocking

Press the button on any exterior door
handle and pull the handle.

Unlocking mode can be set in the
vehicle personalisation menu in the
Colour-Info-Display. Two settings are
selectable:

■ All doors, load compartment and
fuel filler flap are unlocked by
pressing a button on any exterior
handle once.

■ Only the driver's door, load
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.

Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.
The setting can be saved for the

electronic key being used.
Memorised settings 3 24.

Locking

Press the button on any exterior door
handle.

All doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap are locked.

The system only locks if any of the
following occurs:

■ It has been more than 5 seconds
since unlocking.

■ The button on an exterior handle
has been pressed twice within
5 seconds.

■ Any door has been opened and
then all doors are closed.

Keys, doors and windows 27

If the driver's door is not closed
properly or the electronic key remains
in the vehicle and the ignition is not
off, locking will not be permitted and a
warning tone sounds three times.

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
under the tailgate moulding when
electronic key is in range.

Passive Locking
See 'Automatic locking' 3 28.

Confirmation
Operation of central locking system is
confirmed by the hazard warning
flashers.

Central locking buttons

Locks or unlocks all doors, the load
compartment and fuel filler flap from
the passenger compartment by a
switch in the driver's door panel.

Press e to lock.
Press c to unlock.

Fault in radio remote control unit or electronic key system

Manual unlocking

Manually unlock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock. Switch on
the ignition and press the central
locking button c to unlock all doors,
load compartment and fuel filler flap.
By switching on the ignition, the anti­theft locking system is deactivated.

Manual locking
Manually lock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock.

28 Keys, doors and windows

Fault in central locking system

Manual unlocking
Manually unlock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock. The other
doors can be opened by pulling the
interior handle twice. The load
compartment and fuel filler flap
cannot be opened. To deactivate the
anti-theft locking system, switch on
the ignition 3 34.

Manual locking
Push inside locking knob of all doors
except driver's door. Then close the
driver's door and lock it from the
outside with the key. The fuel filler flap
and tailgate cannot be locked.

Automatic locking

Automatic locking after driving off

This security feature can be
configured to automatically lock all
doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap after driving off and
exceeding a certain speed.

When at a standstill after driving, the
vehicle will be unlocked automatically
as soon as the key is removed from
the ignition switch, or with electronic
key system when the ignition is
switched off.

Activation or deactivation of
automatic locking can be set in the
menu Settings, I Vehicle in the
Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.
The setting can be saved for the

remote control or electronic key being
used 3 24.

Automatic relock after unlocking

This feature can be configured to
automatically lock all doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap a
short time after unlocking with the
remote control or electronic key,
provided no door has been opened.

Activation or deactivation of
automatic relock can be set in the
menu Settings, I Vehicle in the
Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.
The setting can be saved for the

remote control or electronic key being
used 3 24.

Passive locking

In vehicles with electronic key
system, this feature locks the vehicle
automatically after several seconds if
an electronic key has been
recognised previously inside the
vehicle, all doors have then been
closed and the electronic key does
not remain in the interior.

If the electronic key remains in the
vehicle or the ignition is not off,
passive locking will not be permitted
and a warning tone sounds three
times.

If there have been two or more
electronic keys in the vehicle and the
ignition was on once, the feature
locks the vehicle if just one electronic
key is taken out of the vehicle.

Keys, doors and windows 29

Passive locking can be disabled by
pressing c for a few seconds while
one door is open. It remains disabled
until e is pressed or the ignition is
switched on.

Activation or deactivation of passive
locking can be set in the menu
Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-Info­Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.
The setting can be saved for the

remote control or electronic key being
used 3 24.

Child locks

9 Warning

Use the child locks whenever
children are occupying the rear
seats.

Using a key or suitable screwdriver,
turn the child lock in the rear door to
the horizontal position. The door
cannot be opened from the inside. For
deactivation, turn the child lock to the
vertical position.

Doors

Load compartment

Tailgate

Opening
5-door Hatchback, Sports Tourer,
Country Tourer

After unlocking, press the button
under the tailgate moulding and open
the tailgate manually.

4-door Saloon

30 Keys, doors and windows

Press x on radio remote control
until the tailgate is opened
automatically, or press the button
under the tailgate moulding after
unlocking.

Central locking system 3 24.

Closing

Use the interior handle.
Do not pull the button under the

moulding whilst closing as this will
unlock the tailgate again.

Central locking system 3 24.

Power tailgate

9 Warning

Take care when operating the
power tailgate. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.

Keep a close watch on the
movable tailgate when operating.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped during operating and no
one is standing within the moving
area.

The power tailgate is operated by:

■ x on the radio remote control.

■ The switch G in the door panel of
the driver's door.

■ The touchpad switch and 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.

The tail lights flash and a chime
sounds when the power tailgate is
operating.

Note
Operating the power tailgate does
not operate the central locking
system. To open the tailgate with the
remote control, it is not necessary to
unlock the vehicle. Unlock the

Keys, doors and windows 31

vehicle first when operating with the
touchpad switch or the switch in the
driver's door. Lock the vehicle after
closing.

Central locking system 3 24.

Operation with radio remote control

Press and hold x until the tailgate
starts to open or close.

Operation with the switch in the driver's door

Press and hold G until the tailgate
starts to open or close.

Operation with switches in the tailgate

To open the tailgate, press the
touchpad switch under the tailgate
moulding until the tailgate starts to
move.

32 Keys, doors and windows

To close, press G in the open
tailgate until the tailgate starts to
move.

Stop or change direction of movement

Pressing x on radio remote control
or G on the tailgate or press on the
touchpad switch whilst the tailgate is
moving will stop the tailgate in the
current position. Pressing x or
G again will reverse the direction of
movement.

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:

■ Normal mode MAX: Power tailgate
opens to full height.

■ Intermediate mode 3/4: Power
tailgate opens to a reduced height
that can be adjusted.

■ Mode Off: Tailgate can only be
operated manually.

Adjust reduced opening height in intermediate mode

1. Turn operation mode switch to
3/4.

2. Open power tailgate with any
operation switch.

3. Stop movement at the desired
height by pressing any operation
switch. If required, manually move
the stopped tailgate to the desired
position.

4. Press and hold the button on the
inside of the open tailgate for
3 seconds.

Keys, doors and windows 33

Note
Adjusting opening height should be
programmed at ground level.

A chime sound indicates the new
setting and the outer rear lights will
flash if the tailgate is below an
opening angel of 30°.

When turning the adjuster wheel in
the driver's door to intermediate mode
3/4, the power tailgate will stop
opening at the newly set position.

The tailgate can only be held open if
a minimum height is exceeded
(minimum opening angle from 30°).
The opening height cannot be
programmed below that height.

Safety function
If the power tailgate encounters an
obstacle during opening or closing,
the direction of movement will
automatically be reversed slightly.
Multiple obstacles in one power cycle
will deactivate the function. In this
case, close or open the tailgate
manually.

The power tailgate has pinch sensors
on the side edges. If the sensors
detect obstacles between tailgate and
chassis, the tailgate will open, until it
is activated again or closed manually.

The safety function is indicated by a
warning chime.

Remove all obstacles before
resuming normal power operation.

If the vehicle is equipped with factory­fitted towing equipment and a trailer
is electrically connected, the power
tailgate can only be opened with the
touchpad switch or closed with G in
the open tailgate. Ensure that there
are no obstacles in the moving area.

General hints for operating tailgate

9 Danger

Do not drive with the tailgate open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
gases, which cannot be seen or

smelled, could enter the vehicle.
This can cause unconsciousness
and even death.

Caution

Before opening the tailgate, check
overhead obstructions, such as a
garage door, to avoid damage to
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the
tailgate.

Note
Power tailgate: If the lifters of the
open tailgate lose pressure, the
tailgate falls a bit and will then be
stopped by the system. Following
the tailgate will be power opened
and closed. During this the tail lights
will flash and a chime will sound.
After closing, the tailgate may not be
operated until it has been serviced
by a workshop.

34 Keys, doors and windows

Note
The operation of the power tailgate
is disabled under low vehicle battery
conditions. In this case, the tailgate
may not even by manually operable.

Note
With the power tailgate disabled and
all doors unlocked, the tailgate can
only be operated manually. In this
event, manually closing the tailgate
requires significantly greater force.

Note
The installation of certain heavy
accessories onto the tailgate may
affect its ability to remain open.

Vehicle security

Anti-theft locking system

9 Warning

Do not use the system if there are
people in the vehicle! The doors
cannot be unlocked from the
inside.

The system deadlocks all the doors.
All doors must be closed and the
electronic key must not remain in the
vehicle. Otherwise the system cannot
be activated.

If the ignition was on, the driver's door
must be opened and closed once so
that the vehicle can be secured.

Unlocking the vehicle disables the
mechanical anti-theft locking system.
This is not possible with the central
locking button in the passenger
compartment.

Activating

Radio remote control or electronic
key: press e twice within 5 seconds.

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

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■ vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised

■ ignition

Activation

All doors must be closed and the
electronic key must not remain in the
vehicle. Otherwise the system cannot
be activated.

■ Radio remote control: self­activated 30 seconds after locking
the vehicle by pressing e once.

■ Electronic key system: self­activated 30 seconds after locking
the vehicle by pressing the button
on any exterior door handle.

■ Radio remote control or electronic

key: directly by pressing e twice
within 5 seconds.

■ Electronic key system with passive
locking enabled: briefly activated
after passive locking occurs.

Note
Changes to the vehicle interior such
as the use of seat covers, and open
windows or sunroof, could impair the
function of passenger compartment
monitoring.

Activation without monitoring of passenger compartment and vehicle inclination

Switch off the monitoring of
passenger compartment and vehicle
inclination when animals are being
left in the vehicle, because of high
volume ultrasonic signals or
movements triggering the alarm. Also
switch off when the vehicle is on a
ferry or train.

1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows
and sunroof.

2. Press o. LED in the button o
illuminates for a maximum of
10 minutes.

3. Close the doors.

4. Activate the anti-theft alarm
system.

Status message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.

36 Keys, doors and windows

Status LED

Status LED is integrated in the sensor
on top of the instrument panel.

Status during the first 30 seconds of
anti-theft alarm system activation:

LED illuminates = test, arming delay
LED flashes
quickly

Status after system is armed:
LED flashes

slowly

= doors, tailgate or

bonnet not
completely closed,
or system fault

= system is armed

Seek the assistance of a workshop in
the event of faults.

Deactivation

Radio remote control: Unlocking the
vehicle by pressing c deactivates
anti-theft alarm system.

Electronic key system: Unlocking the
vehicle by pressing the button on any
exterior door handle deactivates anti­theft alarm system.

The system is not deactivated when
unlocking the driver's door with the
key or with the central locking button
in the passenger compartment.

Alarm

When triggered, the alarm horn
sounds and the hazard warning lights
flash simultaneously. The number
and duration of alarm signals are
stipulated by legislation.

The anti-theft alarm system can be
deactivated only by pressing c or by
pressing the switch on the door
handle (electronic key system) or
switching on the ignition.

A triggered alarm, which has not been
interrupted by the driver, will be
indicated by the hazard warning
lights. They will flash quickly three
times when the vehicle is unlocked
next time with the radio remote
control. Additionally, a warning
message is displayed in the Driver
Information Centre after switching on
the ignition.

Vehicle messages 3 121.

Keys, doors and windows 37

Immobiliser

The system is part of the ignition
switch and checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to be started with
the key being used.

The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the key is removed
from the ignition switch.

If control indicator d flashes when the
ignition is on, there is a fault in the
system; the engine cannot be started.
Switch off the ignition and repeat start
attempt.

If control indicator d continues
flashing, attempt to start the engine
using the spare key and seek the
assistance of a workshop.

Note
The immobiliser does not lock the
doors. You should always lock the
vehicle after leaving it and switch on
the anti-theft alarm system 3 24,
3 34.

Control indicator d 3 110.

Exterior mirrors

Convex shape

The convex exterior mirror contains
an aspherical area and reduces blind
spots. The shape of the mirror makes
objects appear smaller, which will
affect the ability to estimate
distances.

Electric adjustment

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.

Folding mirrors

For pedestrian safety, the exterior
mirrors will swing out of their normal
mounting position if they are struck
with sufficient force. Reposition the
mirror by applying slight pressure to
the mirror housing.

38 Keys, doors and windows

Electric folding

Switch control to o, then push the
control button c down. Both exterior
mirrors will fold.

Push the control down again - both
exterior mirrors return to their original
position.

If an electrically folded mirror is
manually extended, pressing down
the control will only electrically extend
the other mirror.

Folding mirrors with remote control

This function is only available if the
vehicle is equipped with electrical
seat memory.

e again after locking for

Press
one second to fold in mirrors.

Press c again after unlocking for
one second to fold out mirrors.

Pressing for three seconds activates
window operation. Power windows
3 40. Sunroof 3 43.

If the mirrors were folded in using the
control in the driver's door, they are
not folded out by pressing c.

This function can be activated or
deactivated in the Vehicle
personalisation.

Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.
The settings are automatically stored

for the key being used 3 24.

Heated mirrors

Operated by pressing Ü.
The LED in the button indicates

activation.

Keys, doors and windows 39

Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.

Automatic dimming

Dazzling by following vehicles at night
is automatically reduced by dimming
both exterior mirrors.

Parking assist

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.

Position memory 3 51.
Activation or deactivation of this

function can be changed in the menu
Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 123.

Interior mirrors

Manual anti-dazzle

To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on
the underside of the mirror housing.

Automatic anti-dazzle

Dazzling by following vehicles at night
is automatically reduced by dimming
the interior mirror.

40 Keys, doors and windows

Windows

Windscreen

Heat-reflecting windscreen

The heat-reflecting windscreen has a
coating which reflects solar radiation.
Also data signals, e.g. from toll
stations, might be reflected.

The marked areas on the windscreen
are not covered with the coating.
Devices for electronic data recording
and fee payment must be attached in
these areas. Otherwise data
recording malfunctions may occur.

Windscreen stickers

Do not attach stickers such as toll
road stickers or similar on the
windscreen in the area of the interior
mirror. Otherwise the detection zone
of the sensor and the view area of the
camera in the mirror housing could be
restricted.

Manual windows

The rear door windows can be
opened or closed manually with the
window cranks.

Power windows

9 Warning

Take care when operating the
power windows. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.

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.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped in them as they move.

Operable with ignition in position
Accessory power mode or Ignition on
power mode 3 154, 3 154.

Retained power off 3 156.

Operate the switch for the respective
window by pushing to open or pulling
to close.

Pushing or pulling gently to the first
detent: window moves up or down as
long as the switch is operated.

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Pushing or pulling firmly to the second
detent and then releasing: window
moves up or down automatically with
safety function enabled. To stop
movement, operate the switch once
more in the same direction.

Power windows can be operated for
approx. 10 minutes after the ignition
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
to frost or the like, switch on the
ignition, then pull the switch to the first
detent and hold. The window moves
up without safety function enabled.
To stop movement, release the
switch.

Child safety system for rear windows

Press z to deactivate rear door
power windows; the LED illuminates.
To activate, press z again.

Comfort operating with the remote control

Front windows or all windows can be
operated remotely from outside the
vehicle.

Press c again for three seconds after
unlocking: windows will be opened.

Press e again for three seconds after
locking: windows will be closed.

Press any button to stop window
movement.

Folding mirrors 3 37.
Closing sunroof 3 43.

Confirmation
Complete opening or closing of the
windows is confirmed by the hazard
warning flashers.

42 Keys, doors and windows

Overload

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.

Vehicle messages 3 121.
Activate the window electronics for

each window as following:

1. Close doors.

2. Switch on ignition.

3. Pull switch to the second detent
until the window starts to close
and hold pulled for additional
4 seconds.

4. Push switch to the second detent
until the window starts to open
automatically.

5. Repeat for each window.

Heated rear window

Operated by pressing Ü.
The LED in the button indicates

activation.
Heating works with the engine

running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.

Sun visors

The sun visors can be folded down or
swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.

If the sun visors have integral mirrors,
the mirror covers should be closed
when driving.

Roller blinds

To reduce sunlight at the rear seats,
pull the blind upwards using the grip
and engage it at the top of the door
frame.

Keys, doors and windows 43

Roof

Sunroof

9 Warning

Take care when operating the
sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly
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
Accessory power mode or Ignition on
power mode 3 154, 3 154.

Retained power off 3 156.

Sunroof, 5-door Hatchback/ 4-door Saloon

Open or close
Press p or r gently to the first
detent: sunroof is opened or closed
with safety function enabled as long
as the switch is operated.

Press 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
Press q or r: sunroof is raised or
closed automatically with safety
function enabled.

If the sunroof is raised, it can be
opened in one step by pressing p.

Sunblind
The sunblind is manually operated.

Close or open the sunblind by sliding.
When the sunroof is open, the
sunblind is always open.

Panoramaroof, Sports Tourer/ Country Tourer

44 Keys, doors and windows

Open
Press p gently to the first detent:
sunroof is opened in the spoiler
position.

Press p firmly to the second detent
and then release: the sunroof is
opened automatically with safety
function enabled. To stop movement,
operate the switch once more.

Close
Press r gently to the first detent:
sunroof is closed from fully open or
spoiler position with safety function
enabled as long as the switch is
operated.

Press r firmly to the second detent
and then release: the sunroof is
completely closed automatically with
safety function enabled. To stop
movement, operate the switch once
more.

Sunblind
The sunblind is power operated.

Close or open the sunblind by
pressing H or G.

General hints

Safety function
If the sunroof or sunblind encounters
resistance during automatic closing, it
is immediately stopped and opened
again.

Override safety function
In the event of closing difficulties due
to frost or the like, hold r pressed
to the second detent. The sunroof

closes without safety function
enabled. To stop movement, release
the switch.

Comfort closing with the remote control

The sunroof can be closed remotely
from outside the vehicle.

Press and hold e to close the sunroof.
Release the button to stop the

movement.

Initialising after a power failure
After a power failure, it may only be
possible to operate the sunroof to a
limited extent. Have the system
initialised by a workshop.

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46 Seats, restraints

Seats, restraints

Head restraints ............................ 46

Front seats ................................... 48

Rear seats ................................... 55

Seat belts ..................................... 55

Airbag system .............................. 59

Child restraints ............................. 65

Head restraints

Position

9 Warning

Only drive with the head restraint
set to the proper position.

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.

Adjustment

Head restraints on front seats

Height adjustment
Press release button, adjust height,
engage.

Seats, restraints 47

Horizontal adjustment

Pull bolster of head restraint forwards
slowly. It engages in several
positions.

To return to its rearmost position, pull
fully forwards and release.

Head restraints on rear seats

Height adjustment
Pull the head restraint upwards and
let engage. To move downwards,
press the catch to release and push
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.

Note
Approved accessories may only be
attached if the seat is not in use.

48 Seats, restraints

Front seats

Seat position

9 Warning

Only drive with the seat correctly
adjusted.

Sit with buttocks as far back against

■
the backrest as possible. Adjust the
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.

■ Sit with shoulders as far back
against the backrest as possible.
Set the backrest rake so that it is
possible to easily reach the
steering wheel with arms slightly
bent. Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when
turning the steering wheel. Do not
angle the backrest too far back. We
recommend a maximum rake of
approx. 25°.

■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 87.

■ Set seat height high enough to
have a clear field of vision on all
sides and of all display instruments.
There should be at least one hand
of clearance between head and the
roof frame. Your thighs should rest
lightly on the seat without pressing
into it.

■ Adjust the head restraint 3 46.

■ Adjust the height of the seat belt
3 56.

■ Adjust the thigh support so that
there is a space approx. two fingers
wide between the edge of the seat
and the hollow of the knee.

■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it
supports the natural shape of the
spine.

Seat adjustment

9 Danger

Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.

9 Warning

Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.

Seats, restraints 49

Seat positioning

Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle. Try to move the seat back and
forth to ensure that the seat is locked
in place.

Seat backrests

Pull lever, adjust inclination and
release lever. Allow the backrest to
engage audibly.

Seat height

Press switch
top = seat higher

bottom = seat lower

50 Seats, restraints

Seat inclination

Lever pumping motion
up = front end higher

down = front end lower

Lumbar support

Adjust lumbar support using the four­way switch to suit personal
requirements.

Moving support up and down: push
switch up or down.

Increasing and decreasing support:
push switch forwards or backwards.

Adjustable thigh support

Pull the lever and slide the thigh
support.

Seats, restraints 51

Power seat adjustment

9 Warning

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.

Seat positioning

Move front of switch forwards/
backwards.

Seat height

Move switch upwards/downwards.

Seat inclination

Move front of switch upwards/
downwards.

52 Seats, restraints

Seat backrests

Turn switch forwards/backwards.

Lumbar support

Adjust lumbar support using the four­way switch to suit personal
requirements.

Moving support up and down: push
switch up or down.

Increasing and decreasing support:
push switch forwards or backwards.

Adjustable thigh support

Pull the lever and slide the thigh
support.

Memory function for power seat adjustment and exterior mirrors

Two different driver's seat and
exterior mirror settings can be stored.

Memorised settings 3 24, Vehicle
personalisation 3 123.

Seats, restraints 53

Storing memory positions by buttons 1 and 2

■ Adjust driver's seat and then adjust
exterior mirrors to desired
positions.

■ Press and hold MEM and 1 at the
same time until a beep sounds.

■ Repeat the steps for a second
driver using 2.

Recall of memory positions
Press and hold button 1 or 2 until the
stored seat and exterior mirror
positions have been reached.
Releasing the button during seat
movement cancels the recall.

Storing positions by remote control
Actual driver's seat and exterior
mirror positions are automatically
stored by the radio remote control key
each time the ignition is switched off.
These stored positions are
independent of the memory positions
stored by the buttons 1 or 2, see
above.

The stored positions are
automatically recalled by unlocking
and opening the driver's door with the
memorised radio remote control key.
If the door is already open, press c on
remote control to activate the recall.

To stop recall movement, press one
of the memory-, power mirror- or
power seat controls.

This function can be activated or
deactivated in the Vehicle
personalisation.

Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.

Easy exit function
For a convenient exit out of the
vehicle, the power driver seat moves
rearwards when vehicle is stationary.
To activate, switch off ignition,
remove key from the ignition switch
and open the driver's door. If the door
is already open, switch off ignition to
activate the recall.

To stop recall movement, press one
of the memory- or power seat
controls.

This function can be activated or
deactivated in the Vehicle
personalisation.

Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.

Safety function
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

54 Seats, restraints

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.

Note
After an accident in which airbags
have been deployed, the memorised
settings for each position button will
be deactivated.

Armrest

Push button and fold armrest
upwards. Under the armrest there is
a storage compartment.

Auxiliary devices, see Infotainment
system manual.

Heating

Adjust heating to the desired setting
by pressing ß for the respective seat
one or more times. The control
indicator in the button indicates the
setting.

Prolonged use of the highest setting
for people with sensitive skin is not
recommended.

Seat heating is operational when
engine is running and during an
Autostop.

Stop-start system 3 158.

Ventilating

Adjust ventilation to the desired
setting by pressing A for the
respective seat one or more times.

The control indicator in the button
indicates the setting.

Ventilated seats are operational when
engine is running and during an
Autostop.

Seats, restraints 55

Stop-start system 3 158.

Rear seats

Armrest

Fold armrest down. The armrest
contains cupholders and a storage
box.

Seat belts

The seat belts are locked during
heavy acceleration or deceleration of
the vehicle holding the occupants in
the sitting position. Thereby the risk of
injury is considerably reduced.

9 Warning

Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people

not wearing seat belts endanger
their fellow occupants and
themselves.

56 Seats, restraints

Seat belts are designed to be used by
only one person at a time. Child
restraint system 3 65.

Periodically check all parts of the belt
system for damage, pollution and
proper functionality.

Have damaged components
replaced. After an accident, have the
belts and triggered belt pretensioners
replaced by a workshop.

Note
Make sure that the belts are not
damaged by shoes or sharp-edged
objects or trapped. Prevent dirt from
getting into the belt retractors.

Seat belt reminder

Each seat is equipped with a seat belt
reminder, indicated for front seats by
control indicators X and k, or for rear
seats by the symbol X in the Driver
Information Centre 3 105.

Belt force limiters

Stress on the body is reduced by the
gradual release of the belt during a
collision.

Belt pretensioners

In the event of a head-on or rear-end
collision of a certain severity, the front
seat belts are tightened.

9 Warning

Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or
fitting of belts) can trigger the belt
pretensioners.

Deployment of the belt pretensioners
is indicated by continuous illumination
of control indicator v 3 106.

Triggered belt pretensioners must be
replaced by a workshop. Belt
pretensioners can only be triggered
once.

Note
Do not affix or install accessories or
other objects that may interfere with
the operation of the belt
pretensioners. Do not make any
modifications to belt pretensioner
components as this will invalidate
the vehicle type approval.

Three-point seat belt

Fastening

Withdraw the belt from the retractor,
guide it untwisted across the body
and insert the latch plate into the
buckle. Tighten the lap belt regularly
whilst driving by pulling the shoulder
belt.

Seats, restraints 57

Loose or bulky clothing prevents the
belt from fitting snugly. Do not place
objects such as handbags or mobile
phones between the belt and your
body.

9 Warning

The belt must not rest against hard
or fragile objects in the pockets of
your clothing.

Seat belt reminder X, k 3 105.

Insignia OPC

Feed seat belt through belt mount on
backrest when fastening seat belt.

Height adjustment

1. Pull belt out slightly.

2. Shift the height adjustment
upwards or press button to
disengage and push the height
adjustment downwards.

58 Seats, restraints

Adjust the height so that the belt lies
across the shoulder. It must not lie
across the throat or upper arm.

Do not adjust while driving.

Removing

To release belt, press red button on
belt buckle.

Insignia OPC
Feed seat belt through belt mount on
backrest after releasing.

Seat belts on the rear seats

The seat belt for the rear centre seat
can only be withdrawn from the
retractor if the backrest is in the rear
position.

Using the seat belt while pregnant

9 Warning

The lap belt must be positioned as
low as possible across the pelvis
to prevent pressure on the
abdomen.

Seats, restraints 59

Airbag system

The airbag system consists of a
number of individual systems
depending on the scope of
equipment.

When triggered the airbags inflate
within milliseconds. They also deflate
so quickly that it is often unnoticeable
during the collision.

9 Warning

If handled improperly the airbag
systems can be triggered in an
explosive manner.

Note
The airbag systems and belt
pretensioner control electronics are
located in the centre console area.
Do not put any magnetic objects in
this area.

Do not stick anything on the airbag
covers and do not cover them with
other materials.

Each airbag is triggered only once.
Have deployed airbags replaced by
a workshop. Furthermore, it might be
necessary to have the steering
wheel, the instrument panel, parts of
the panelling, the door seals,
handles and the seats replaced.

Do not make any modifications to
the airbag system as this will
invalidate the vehicle type approval.

When the airbags inflate, escaping
hot gases may cause burns.

Control indicator v for airbag systems
3 106.

Child restraint systems on front
passenger seat with airbag
systems

Warning according to ECE R94.02:

EN: NEVER use a rearward-facing
child restraint on a seat protected by
an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it;
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the
CHILD can occur.

DE: Nach hinten gerichtete
Kindersitze NIEMALS auf einem Sitz
verwenden, der durch einen davor
befindlichen AKTIVEN AIRBAG
geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder
SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES
KINDES zur Folge haben kann.

FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège
d'enfant orienté vers l'arrière sur un
siège protégé par un COUSSIN
GONFLABLE ACTIF placé devant lui,

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sous peine d'infliger des
BLESSURES GRAVES, voire
MORTELLES à l'ENFANT.

ES: NUNCA utilice un sistema de
retención infantil orientado hacia
atrás en un asiento protegido por un
AIRBAG FRONTAL ACTIVO. Peligro
de MUERTE o LESIONES GRAVES
para el NIÑO.

RU: ЗАПРЕЩАЕТСЯ
устанавливать детское
удерживающее устройство лицом
назад на сиденье автомобиля,
оборудованном фронтальной
подушкой безопасности, если
ПОДУШКА НЕ ОТКЛЮЧЕНА! Это
может привести к СМЕРТИ или
СЕРЬЕЗНЫМ ТРАВМАМ
РЕБЕНКА.

NL: Gebruik NOOIT een achterwaarts
gericht kinderzitje op een stoel met
een ACTIEVE AIRBAG ervoor, om
DODELIJK of ERNSTIG LETSEL van
het KIND te voorkomen.

DA: Brug ALDRIG en bagudvendt
autostol på et forsæde med AKTIV
AIRBAG, BARNET kan komme i
LIVSFARE eller komme ALVORLIGT
TIL SKADE.

SV: Använd ALDRIG en bakåtvänd
barnstol på ett säte som skyddas med
en framförvarande AKTIV AIRBAG.
DÖDSFALL eller ALLVARLIGA
SKADOR kan drabba BARNET.

FI: ÄLÄ KOSKAAN sijoita taaksepäin
suunnattua lasten turvaistuinta
istuimelle, jonka edessä on
AKTIIVINEN TURVATYYNY, LAPSI
VOI KUOLLA tai VAMMAUTUA
VAKAVASTI.

NO: Bakovervendt
barnesikringsutstyr må ALDRI brukes
på et sete med AKTIV
KOLLISJONSPUTE foran, da det kan
føre til at BARNET utsettes for
LIVSFARE og fare for ALVORLIGE
SKADER.

PT: NUNCA use um sistema de
retenção para crianças voltado para
trás num banco protegido com um
AIRBAG ACTIVO na frente do

mesmo, poderá ocorrer a PERDA DE
VIDA ou FERIMENTOS GRAVES na
CRIANÇA.

IT: Non usare mai un sistema di
sicurezza per bambini rivolto
all'indietro su un sedile protetto da
AIRBAG ATTIVO di fronte ad esso:
pericolo di MORTE o LESIONI
GRAVI per il BAMBINO!

EL: ΠΟΤΕ μη χρησιμοποιείτε παιδικό
κάθισμα ασφαλείας με φορά προς τα
πίσω σε κάθισμα που προστατεύεται
από μετωπικό ΕΝΕΡΓΟ ΑΕΡΟΣΑΚΟ,
διότι το παιδί μπορεί να υποστεί
ΘΑΝΑΣΙΜΟ ή ΣΟΒΑΡΟ
ΤΡΑΥΜΑΤΙΣΜΟ.

PL: NIE WOLNO montować fotelika
dziecięcego zwróconego tyłem do
kierunku jazdy na fotelu, przed
którym znajduje się WŁĄCZONA
PODUSZKA POWIETRZNA.
Niezastosowanie się do tego
zalecenia może być przyczyną
ŚMIERCI lub POWAŻNYCH
OBRAŻEŃ u DZIECKA.

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TR: Arkaya bakan bir çocuk emniyet
sistemini KESİNLİKLE önünde bir
AKTİF HAVA YASTIĞI ile
korunmakta olan bir koltukta
kullanmayınız. ÇOCUK ÖLEBİLİR
veya AĞIR ŞEKİLDE
YARALANABİLİR.

UK: НІКОЛИ не використовуйте
систему безпеки для дітей, що
встановлюється обличчям назад,
на сидінні з УВІМКНЕНОЮ
ПОДУШКОЮ БЕЗПЕКИ, інакше це
може призвести до СМЕРТІ чи
СЕРЙОЗНОГО ТРАВМУВАННЯ
ДИТИНИ.

HU: SOHA ne használjon hátrafelé
néző biztonsági gyerekülést előlről
AKTÍV LÉGZSÁKKAL védett ülésen,
mert a GYERMEK HALÁLÁT vagy
KOMOLY SÉRÜLÉSÉT okozhatja.

HR: NIKADA nemojte koristiti sustav
zadržavanja za djecu okrenut prema
natrag na sjedalu s AKTIVNIM
ZRAČNIM JASTUKOM ispred njega,
to bi moglo dovesti do SMRTI ili
OZBILJNJIH OZLJEDA za DIJETE.

SL: NIKOLI ne nameščajte otroškega
varnostnega sedeža, obrnjenega v
nasprotni smeri vožnje, na sedež z
AKTIVNO ČELNO ZRAČNO
BLAZINO, saj pri tem obstaja
nevarnost RESNIH ali SMRTNIH
POŠKODB za OTROKA.

SR: NIKADA ne koristiti bezbednosni
sistem za decu u kome su deca
okrenuta unazad na sedištu sa
AKTIVNIM VAZDUŠNIM
JASTUKOM ispred sedišta zato što
DETE može da NASTRADA ili da se
TEŠKO POVREDI.

MK: НИКОГАШ не користете детско
седиште свртено наназад на
седиште заштитено со АКТИВНО
ВОЗДУШНО ПЕРНИЧЕ пред него,
затоа што детето може ДА ЗАГИНЕ
или да биде ТЕШКО ПОВРЕДЕНО.

BG: НИКОГА не използвайте
детска седалка, гледаща назад,
върху седалка, която е защитена
чрез АКТИВНА ВЪЗДУШНА
ВЪЗГЛАВНИЦА пред нея - може да
се стигне до СМЪРТ или
СЕРИОЗНО НАРАНЯВАНЕ на
ДЕТЕТО.

RO: Nu utilizaţi NICIODATĂ un scaun
pentru copil îndreptat spre partea din
spate a maşinii pe un scaun protejat
de un AIRBAG ACTIV în faţa sa;
acest lucru poate duce la DECESUL
sau VĂTĂMAREA GRAVĂ a
COPILULUI.

CS: NIKDY nepoužívejte dětský
zádržný systém instalovaný proti
směru jízdy na sedadle, které je
chráněno před sedadlem AKTIVNÍM
AIRBAGEM. Mohlo by dojít k
VÁŽNÉMU PORANĚNÍ nebo ÚMRTÍ
DÍTĚTE.

SK: NIKDY nepoužívajte detskú
sedačku otočenú vzad na sedadle
chránenom AKTÍVNYM AIRBAGOM,
pretože môže dôjsť k SMRTI alebo
VÁŽNYM ZRANENIAM DIEŤAŤA.

LT: JOKIU BŪDU nemontuokite atgal
atgręžtos vaiko tvirtinimo sistemos
sėdynėje, prieš kurią įrengta AKTYVI
ORO PAGALVĖ, nes VAIKAS GALI
ŽŪTI arba RIMTAI SUSIŽALOTI.

LV: NEKĀDĀ GADĪJUMĀ
neizmantojiet uz aizmuguri vērstu
bērnu sēdeklīti sēdvietā, kas tiek
aizsargāta ar tās priekšā uzstādītu

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AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo
pretējā gadījumā BĒRNS var gūt
SMAGAS TRAUMAS vai IET BOJĀ.

ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole
suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille
ees on AKTIIVSE TURVAPADJAGA
kaitstud iste, sest see võib
põhjustada LAPSE SURMA või
TÕSISE VIGASTUSE.

MT: QATT tuża trażżin għat-tfal li
jħares lejn in-naħa ta’ wara fuq sit
protett b’AIRBAG ATTIV quddiemu;
dan jista’ jikkawża l-MEWT jew
ĠRIEĦI SERJI lit-TFAL.

Beyond the warning required by
ECE R94.02, for safety reasons
never use a forward-facing child
restraint system on the passenger
seat with an active front airbag.

9 Danger

Do not use a child restraint system
on the passenger seat with active
front airbag.

The airbag label is located on both
sides of the front passenger sun visor.

Airbag deactivation 3 64.

Front airbag system

The front airbag system consists of
one airbag in the steering wheel and
one in the instrument panel on the
front passenger side. These can be
identified by the word AIRBAG.

The front airbag system is triggered in
the event of a front-end impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.

The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and head of
the front seat occupants
considerably.

9 Warning

Optimum protection is only
provided when the seat is in the
proper position.

Seat position 3 48.
Keep the area in which the airbag

inflates clear of obstructions.
Fit the seat belt correctly and

engage securely. Only then is the
airbag able to protect.

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Side airbag system

The side airbag system consists of an
airbag in each front seat backrest and
in the rear outboard seat backrests.
This can be identified by the word
AIRBAG.

The side airbag system is triggered in
the event of a side impact of a certain
severity. The ignition must be
switched on.

The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the event of a side-on collision
considerably.

9 Warning

Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.

Note
Only use protective seat covers that
have been approved for the vehicle.
Be careful not to cover the airbags.

Curtain airbag system

The curtain airbag system consists of
an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. This can be identified by the
word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.

The curtain airbag system is triggered
in the event of a side-on impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.

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

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9 Warning

Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.

The hooks on the handles in the
roof frame are only suitable for
hanging up light articles of
clothing, without coat hangers. Do
not keep any items in these
clothes.

Airbag deactivation

Front airbag and side airbag systems
for the front passenger seat must be
deactivated if a child restraint system
is to be fitted on this seat. The curtain
airbag system, the belt pretensioners
and all driver airbag systems will
remain active.

The front passenger airbag system
can be deactivated via a key­operated switch on the right side of
the instrument panel.

Use the ignition key to choose the
position:

= front passenger airbags are

*

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 67. No adult person is
allowed to occupy the front
passenger seat

V

= front passenger airbags are

active. A child restraint system
must not be installed

9 Danger

Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system on a seat
with activated front passenger
airbag.

Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person on a seat with deactivated
front passenger airbag.

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As long as the control indicator * is
not illuminated, the airbag systems
for the front passenger seat will inflate
in the event of a collision.

If both control indicators are
illuminated simultaneously, there is a
system failure. The status of the
system is not discernible, therefore
no person is allowed to occupy the
front passenger seat. Contact a
workshop immediately.

Consult a workshop immediately if
neither of the two control indicators
are illuminated.

Change status only when the vehicle
is stopped with the ignition off.

Status remains until the next change.
Control indicator for airbag

deactivation 3 106.

Child restraints

Child restraint systems

We recommend the Opel child
restraint system which is tailored
specifically to the vehicle.

When a child restraint system is being
used, pay attention to the following
usage and installation instructions
and also those supplied with the child
restraint system.

Always comply with local or national
regulations. In some countries, the
use of child restraint systems is
forbidden on certain seats.

9 Danger

When using a child restraint
system on the front passenger
seat, the airbag systems for the
front passenger seat must be

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deactivated; if not, the triggering of
the airbags poses a risk of fatal
injury to the child.

This is especially the case if rear­facing child restraint systems are
used on the front passenger seat.

Airbag deactivation 3 64.
Airbag label 3 59.

Selecting the right system

The rear seats are the most
convenient location to fasten a child
restraint system.

Children should travel facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. This makes sure that the
child's backbone, which is still very
weak, is under less strain in the event
of an accident.

Suitable are restraint systems that
comply with valid UN ECE
regulations. Check local laws and
regulations for mandatory use of child
restraint systems.

Ensure that the child restraint system
to be installed is compatible with the
vehicle type.

Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct, see following
tables.

Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.

When the child restraint system is not
in use, secure the seat with a seat belt
or remove it from the vehicle.

Note
Do not stick anything on the child
restraint systems and do not cover
them with any other materials.

A child restraint system which has
been subjected to stress in an
accident must be replaced.

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Child restraint installation locations

Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system

On front passenger seat

Weight and age class

Group 0: up to 10 kg

X

1

U

or approx. 10 months

Group 0+: up to 13 kg

X

1

U

or approx. 2 years

Group I: 9 to 18 kg

X

1

U

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

= 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
U = universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt
X = no child restraint system permitted in this weight class

On rear outboard seats On rear centre seatactivated airbag deactivated airbag

U U

U U

U U

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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

Group II: 15 to 25 kg
or approx. 3 to 7 years

Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. 6 to 12 years

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

X IL X

X IL X

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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

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ISOFIX child restraint systems

Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX
mounting brackets. Specific vehicle
ISOFIX child restraint system
positions are marked in the table by
IL 3 67.

No more than two ISOFIX child
restraint systems can be installed on
the rear seats at the same time,
though not right next to each other.

ISOFIX mounting brackets are
indicated by a logo ISOFIX on the
backrest.

Top-tether fastening eyes

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
must run between the two guide rods
of the head restraint.

ISOFIX child restraint systems of
universal category positions are
marked in the table by IUF 3 67.

Open the flap of the required
fastening eye, marked by the child
seat symbol.

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Storage

Storage compartments ................ 71

Load compartment ....................... 73

Roof rack system ......................... 84

Loading information ..................... 85

Storage compartments

9 Warning

Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
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

The glovebox features a pen holder,
a coin holder and an adapter for the
locking wheel nuts.

The glovebox should be closed whilst
driving.

Cupholders

Cupholders are located in the centre
console.

72 Storage

Front storage

Additional cupholders are located in
the rear armrest. Fold down armrest.

Another storage compartment is
located next to the steering wheel.

A storage box is located behind a
cover below the climate controls.
Press cover to open.

Storage 73

Armrest storage

Storage in the front armrest

Push button to fold up the armrest.

Storage in the rear armrest

Fold down armrest and open cover.
Close cover before folding the

armrest up.

Load compartment

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.

Fold up the rear armrest.

Put the seat belts of the outboard
seats into the belt guides.

74 Storage

Pull the release lever on one or both
sides and fold down the backrests
onto the seat cushion.

To fold up, raise backrests and guide
them into an upright position until they
engage audibly.

Ensure that the seat belts of the
outboard seats are placed in the
corresponding belt guides.

The backrests are properly engaged
when both red marks on the side near
the release lever are no longer visible.

9 Warning

Only drive the vehicle when the
backrests are securely locked into
position. Otherwise there is a risk
of personal injury or damage to the
load or vehicle in the event of hard
braking or a collision.

The seat belt of the centre seat could
be blocked when the backrest is
folded up too quickly. To unlock the
retractor, push in the seat belt or pull
it out by approx. 20 mm and then
release.

Opening the pass-through in the
rear centre backrest

Fold down rear armrest.

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Load compartment cover

Do not place any objects on the cover.

5-door Hatchback

Removing cover

Pull grip and open the cover.
Suitable for loading long, narrow

objects.
Ensure the cover engages after

folding up.

The closed cover can be secured
from inside the load compartment.
Turn knob by 90°:

knob horizontal = cover secured

from the
passenger
compartment side

knob vertical = cover not secured

Storage in the load
compartment

Depending on the equipment, there
are storage boxes under the load
compartment cover.

Unhook retaining straps from tailgate.

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Pull cover from the side guides.

Fitting cover
Engage cover in side guides and fold
downwards. Attach the retaining
straps to the tailgate.

Sports Tourer, Country Tourer

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

Opening cover

Push down the handle at the end of
the cover. It rolls up automatically.

Removing cover

Open the load compartment cover.
Pull the release lever on the right side

up and hold it. Lift the cover first on
the right side and remove from
retainers.

The removed cover can be stored
under the load compartment floor
3 80.

Installing cover
Insert the left side of the load
compartment cover in the recess, pull
the release lever up and hold it, insert
the right side of the load compartment
cover and engage.

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Blind in the tailgate

To cover the load compartment
completely, mount the blind at four
fixing points on the inside of the
tailgate.

Rear floor storage cover

Sliding floor cover (FlexFloor)

For a convenient setting of the load
compartment, the floor cover can be
pulled out.

Pulling out the floor cover

■ Raise the floor at the handle slightly
until the spring rolls pop-up on each
side.

■ Press the button under the handle
and pull out the floor cover until it
engages.

Load the floor in this position.

Sliding back into load compartment

■ Press the button under the handle
and slide in the floor cover until it
engages at the end position.

Leave the floor cover in the raised
position as long as it is loaded.

To return the floor cover to its
original position after unloading

■ Raise the floor cover slightly.
Swivel the handle to the front (1)
and push down the spring roll on
each side manually (2). Both spring
rolls must engage in position.

■ Lower the floor cover (3).

The pulled out floor cover can be
loaded with max. 120 kg. A warning
label is shown on the floor cover.

Secure objects with lashing straps
attached to lashing eyes 3 78.
Loading information 3 85.

78 Storage

9 Warning

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.

For access to the spare wheel or tyre
repair kit, lift up the floor cover and
attach the retaining strap at the upper
edge of the tailgate recess. Lift up and
attach the cover only without loading.

Lashing eyes

The lashing eyes are designed to
secure items against slippage, e.g.
using lashing straps or luggage net.

Cargo management system

The FlexOrganizer is a flexible
system for dividing up the load
compartment.

The system consists of:

■ adapters

■ mesh pockets

■ hooks

■ service box

■ strap set
The components are fitted in rails on

both side panels using adapters and
hooks.

Installation of adapters in the rails

Fold open the handle plate, insert the
adapter into the upper and lower
groove of the rail and move to the
required position. Turn the handle

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plate upwards to lock the adapter. To
remove, turn the handle plate
downwards and move out of the rail.

Variable partition net

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
in the adapters.

To remove, press the net rods
together and remove from the
adapters.

Net pocket

Insert adapters into the required
position in the rails. The net pocket
can be suspended from the adapters.

Installation of hooks in the rails

Insert the hook in the desired position
first into the upper groove of the rail
and then press into the lower groove.
To remove, first pull out of the upper
groove.

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Service box

Install two hooks in the upper rail.
Insert the upper brackets of the box
from above into the hooks.

Alternatively install both hooks in the
lower rail. Plug in the lower brackets
of the box from above into the lower
hooks.

Strap set

Insert the adapters of the strap set
into a rail. Make sure that the belt is
not twisted.

The strap set has two locks to open.
The belt can be tightened.

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 81

Safety net behind the front seats

Push head restraints of the rear seats
down and fold down rear seat
backrests 3 73.

Front installation openings in the roof
frame: latch rod of the net at one side,
compress rod and latch at the other
side.

Fit the hooks of the small belts into the
Top-Tether mounting loops on the
back side of the folded rear seat
backrests.

Fit the hooks of the wider belts into the
locking devices of the rear seat
backrests.

Safety net cassette behind the rear seats

Pull out the net from the cassette and
latch the rod of the net at one side into
the rear installation opening in the
roof frame. Compress the rod and
latch at the other side.

Removal of the cassette
Roll up safety net.

Remove load compartment cover
3 75.

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To unlock, turn cassette slightly
backwards and remove it upwards
from the retainers.

Installation of the cassette
Remove load compartment cover.

Insert the cassette into the retainers
on left and right side. Note the signs
L (left side) and R (right side) on the
cassette as an installation hint.

Turn cassette slightly forwards to
lock.

Stowage of safety nets and load compartment cover

Rear safety net cassette can be
placed, together with the load
compartment cover and the coiled up
safety net, under the load
compartment floor.

Open the load compartment floor by
pulling the handle. Fold and place the
floor behind the rear seats.

Storage 83

Put the load compartment cover into
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

Stow the warning triangle in the space
behind the strap on the right side of
the load compartment.

Sports Tourer, Country Tourer

Stow the warning triangle in the space
behind the straps on the inside of the
tailgate.

First aid kit

5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon

Stow the first aid kit in the space
behind the mesh net on the left side
of the load compartment.

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Sports Tourer, Country Tourer

Stow the first aid kit in the space
behind a strap on the inside of the
tailgate.

Roof rack system

Roof rack

For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle­approved roof rack system is
recommended.

Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in
use.

Mounting roof rack

5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon

Open all doors.

Mounting points are located in each
door frame of the vehicle body.

Detach the cover from each mounting
point and fasten the roof rack with the
attached screws.

Sports Tourer/Country Tourer with roof railing

To fasten the roof rack, insert the
mounting bolts in the holes indicated
in the figure.

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Loading information

■ Heavy objects in the load
compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests. Make
sure that the backrests are securely
engaged, i.e. no longer showing the
red markings on the side near the
release lever. If objects can be
stacked, heavier objects should be
placed at the bottom.

■ Secure objects with lashing straps
attached to lashing eyes 3 78.

■ Secure loose objects in the load
compartment to prevent from
sliding.

■ When transporting objects in the
load compartment, the backrests of
the rear seats must not be angled
forward.

■ 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.

■ The load must not obstruct the
operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or hinder
the freedom of movement of the
driver. Do not place any unsecured
objects in the interior.

■ Do not drive with an open load
compartment.

9 Warning

Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or car.

■ The payload is the difference
between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 275) 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

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the vehicle's higher centre of
gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and
vehicle speed according to the load
conditions. Check and retighten the
straps frequently.

Do not drive faster than 120 km/h.
The permissible roof load is

100 kg. The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack
and the load.

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Instruments and controls

Controls ....................................... 87

Warning lights, gauges and indi‐

cators ........................................... 96

Information displays ................... 112

Vehicle messages ...................... 121

Vehicle personalisation .............. 123

Controls

Steering wheel adjustment

Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is
fully locked.

Do not adjust steering wheel unless
vehicle is stationary and steering
wheel lock has been released.

Steering wheel controls

Driver Information Centre, some
driver assistance systems,
Infotainment system and a connected
mobile phone can be operated via the
controls on the steering wheel.

Driver Information Centre 3 112.
Driver assistance systems 3 178.
Further information is available in the

Infotainment system manual.

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Heated steering wheel

Activate heating by pressing *.
Activation is indicated by the LED in
the button.

The recommended grip areas of the
steering wheel are heated quicker
and to a higher temperature than the
other areas.

Heating is operational when the
engine is running and during an
Autostop.

Stop-start system 3 158.

Horn

Press j.

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Windscreen wiper/washer

Windscreen wiper

HI = fast
LO = slow
INT = interval wiping or automatic

wiping with rain sensor

OFF = off

For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down to position 1x.

Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.
Switch off in car washes.

Adjustable wiper interval

Wiper lever in position INT.
Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the

desired wipe interval:
short interval = turn adjuster

wheel upwards

long interval = turn adjuster

wheel downwards

Automatic wiping with rain sensor

INT = automatic wiping with rain

sensor

The rain sensor detects the amount of
water on the windscreen and
automatically regulates the frequency
of the windscreen wiper.

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Adjustable sensitivity of the rain sensor

Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the
sensitivity:

low sensitivity = turn adjuster

wheel downwards

high sensitivity = turn adjuster

wheel upwards

Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt
and ice.

Rain sensor function can be activated
or deactivated in the Vehicle
personalisation.

Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display 3 119.
Vehicle personalisation 3 123.

Windscreen and headlight washer

Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen and the wiper
wipes a few times.

If the headlights are on, washer fluid
is also sprayed onto the headlights,
provided that the lever is pulled
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.

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Rear window wiper/washer

Push the rocker switch to activate the
rear window wiper:

upper position = continuous

operation

lower position = intermittent

operation

middle position = off

Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the rear window and the wiper
wipes a few times.

Do not use if the rear window is
frozen.

Switch off in car washes.
The rear window wiper comes on

automatically when the windscreen
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.

Vehicle personalisation 3 123.

The rear window washer system is
deactivated when the fluid level is
low.

Outside temperature

A drop in temperature is indicated
immediately and a rise in temperature
after a time delay.

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If outside temperature drops to 3 °C,
a warning message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.

9 Warning

The road surface may already be
icy even though the display
indicates a few degrees above
0 °C.

Clock

Time is shown in the

4.2" Colour-Info-Display.
Date and time are shown in the

8" Colour-Info-Display.

Colour-Info-Display operation 3 119

4.2'' Display

Operate the display by the buttons
below the display.

Press ; and then select the
Settings icon by turning and pressing
MENU.

Select Time menu page.

Set time
Select the 'Set Time' menu item to
enter the respective submenu.

Select the 'Auto Set' screen button at
the bottom of the screen. Activate
either 'On - RDS' mode or 'Off ­Manual' mode.

If 'Off - Manual' mode is selected,
adjust hours and minutes by turning
and pressing MENU.

Repeatedly select the 12-24 Hr
screen button at the bottom of the
screen to choose a time mode.

If 12-hour mode is selected, a third
column for AM and PM setting is
displayed. Select the desired option.

In 'On - RDS Mode' the RDS signal of
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.

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Infotainment system manual

8'' Display

Press ; and then select the
Settings icon. Inputs can be done
directly by the finger on the touch
screen icons.

Select 'Time and Date' menu page.

Set time
Select the 'Set Time' menu item to
enter the respective submenu.

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Select the 'Auto Set' screen button at
the bottom of the screen. Activate
either 'On - RDS' mode or 'Off ­Manual' mode.

If 'Off - Manual' mode is selected,
adjust hours and minutes using hg
screen buttons.

Tap on the 12-24 Hr screen button on
the right side of the screen to select a
time mode.

If 12-hour mode is selected, a third
column for AM and PM setting is
displayed. Select the desired option.

In 'On - RDS' Mode the RDS signal of
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
the bottom of the screen. Activate
either 'On - RDS' mode or 'Off ­Manual' mode.

If 'Off - Manual' mode is selected,
adjust the date using the h or g
screen buttons.

In 'On - RDS' mode date is set
automatically.

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Power outlets

A 12 Volt power outlet is behind the
storage cover below the climate
controls. Press cover to open.

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More 12 Volt power outlets are
located in the front and rear centre
console.

Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 120 watts.

A 230 Volt power outlet is located in
the rear centre console. If ignition is
on and a device is plugged in, an LED
in the outlet illuminates green.

Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 150 watts.

9 Danger

Power outlet works under high
electrical voltage!

With ignition off the power outlets are
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.

Stop-start system 3 158.

Ashtrays

Caution

To be used only for ash and not for
combustible rubbish.

A portable ashtray can be placed in
the cupholders.

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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

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Midlevel instrument cluster