Vauxhall Antara 2014 User Manual

Owner’s Manual
Model Year 2014
Edition: November 2013

KTA-2648/8-VX-en

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VAUXHALL Antara

Contents

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

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

Keys, doors and windows ............ 18

Seats, restraints ........................... 33

Storage ........................................ 55

Instruments and controls ............. 72

Lighting ...................................... 105

Climate control ........................... 114

Driving and operating ................. 122

Vehicle care ............................... 150

Service and maintenance .......... 194

Technical data ........................... 197

Customer information ................ 208

Index .......................................... 210

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
Vauxhall Authorised Repairer.

All Vauxhall Authorised Repairers
provide first-class service at
reasonable prices. Experienced
mechanics trained by Vauxhall work
according to specific Vauxhall
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.

Danger, Warnings and
Cautions

9 Danger

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

4 Introduction

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".

Thank you for choosing a Vauxhall.
We wish you many hours of

pleasurable driving.
Your Vauxhall Team

Introduction 5

6 In brief

In brief

Initial drive information

Vehicle unlocking

Press button q to unlock the doors
and load compartment. Open the
doors by pulling the handles. To open
the tailgate, operate button above
number plate.

Radio remote control 3 19, Central
locking system 3 20, Load
compartment 3 22.

Seat adjustment

Seat positioning

Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle.

Seat position 3 34, Seat adjustment
3 35.

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 backrest to
engage audibly. Do not lean on the
seat backrest whilst adjusting it.

Seat position 3 34, Seat adjustment
3 35, Seat folding 3 36.

Seat height

Lever pumping motion
up = seat higher

down = seat lower

Seat position 3 34, Seat adjustment
3 35.

Power seat adjustment

Operate switches.

8 In brief

Positioning = move front switch

forwards/backwards
Height of
front part of
seat

Height of
rear part of
seat

Height of
entire seat

Backrest = move upper part of

Seat position 3 34, Power seat
adjustment 3 37.

= move front part of

front switch

upwards/

downwards

= move rear part of

front switch

upwards/

downwards

= move entire front

switch upwards/

downwards

rear switch

forwards/backwards

Head restraint adjustment

Press release button, adjust height
and engage.

Head restraints 3 33.

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 34, Seat belts
3 40, Airbag system 3 43.

In brief 9

Mirror adjustment

Interior mirror

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

Interior mirror 3 28, Automatic anti­dazzle interior mirror 3 29.

Exterior mirrors

Select the relevant exterior mirror and
adjust it.

Convex exterior mirrors 3 27,
Electric adjustment 3 27, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 27, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 28.

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 43, Ignition
positions 3 123.

10 In brief

Instrument panel overview

In brief 11

1 Side air vents ..................... 119

2 Fixed air vents .................... 120

3 High beam .......................... 106

Headlight flash ................... 106

Turn and lane-change

signals ................................ 108

Exit lighting ......................... 112

Parking lights ..................... 109

Cruise control ....................... 90

4 Remote control on

steering wheel ...................... 72

Trip computer ..................... 100

5 Horn ..................................... 73

6 Instruments .......................... 79

7 Windscreen wiper and

washer system, headlight

washer system ..................... 73

Rear window wiper and

washer system ..................... 75

8 Info-Display .......................... 93

Check control, tyre
pressure monitoring

system ................................ 176

Trip computer ..................... 100

9 Centre air vents .................. 119

10 Hazard warning flashers ....107

Parking assist ..................... 141

Electronic Stability Control . 137

Descent control system ...... 138

Status LED for anti-theft

alarm system ........................ 24

Folding exterior mirrors ........ 27

Eco button for stop/start

system ................................. 124

11 Infotainment system ............. 10

12 Front passenger airbag ........ 46

13 Status LEDs for front

passenger airbag ................. 48

Control indicator for front

passenger seat belt ............. 41

14 Glovebox .............................. 55

15 Fuse box ............................ 170

16 Climate control system ....... 114

17 Ignition switch with

steering wheel lock ............ 123

18 Accelerator pedal ............... 122

19 Driver airbag ........................ 46

20 Brake pedal ........................ 135

21 Clutch pedal ....................... 122

22 Steering wheel adjustment ..72

23 Bonnet release ................... 152

24 Coin storage ......................... 56

25 Card holder .......................... 56

26 Light switch ........................ 105

Automatic light control .......105

Instrument illumination ....... 110

Rear fog light ...................... 109

Front fog lights ................... 108

Headlight range

adjustment ......................... 106

12 In brief

Exterior lighting

Turn light switch
AUTO = Automatic light control:

Headlights are switched
on and off automatically.

7

8
9

Press button

>
r

Lighting 3 105.

= Off (or deactivation of

automatic light control)
= Sidelights
= Headlights

= Front fog lights
= Rear fog light

Headlight flash, high beam and low beam

headlight
flash
high
beam
low beam = pull lever back towards

Automatic light control 3 105, High
beam 3 106, Headlight flash 3 106.

= pull lever

= push lever

steering wheel

Turn and lane-change signals

right = lever up
left = lever down

Turn and lane-change signals
3 108, Parking lights 3 109.

In brief 13

Hazard warning flashers

Operated with the ¨ button.
Hazard warning flashers 3 107.

Horn

Press j.

Washer and wiper systems

Windscreen wiper

= fast

&

= slow

%

= timed interval wiping or

$

automatic wiping with rain
sensor

= off

§

For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down.

Windscreen wiper 3 73, Wiper
blade replacement 3 159.

14 In brief

Windscreen and headlight washer systems

Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer

system 3 73, Washer fluid 3 155.

Rear window wiper and washer system

Wiper on = push lever
Wiper off = pull lever
Wash = press and hold button

Rear window wiper and washer
system 3 75, Wiper blade
replacement 3 159, Washer fluid
3 155.

Climate control

Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors

Heating is operated by pressing the
RÜ button.

Heated rear window 3 31, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 28.

In brief 15

Demisting and defrosting the windows

Air distribution to V (or l).
Cooling A/C (or n) and air

recirculation 4 are switched on
automatically to improve defrosting
efficiency (air recirculation 4 is
automatically switched off in vehicles
with electronic climate control).

Set temperature to highest level.
Set fan speed to highest level.
Switch on heated rear window RÜ.

Close centre air vents, open side air
vents and direct them towards the
door windows.

Climate control system 3 114.

Transmission

Manual transmission

Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
wait 3 seconds after depressing
clutch pedal 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 3 132.

16 In brief

Automatic transmission

P = park
R = reverse
N = neutral
D = drive

Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.

= higher gear

<

= lower gear

]

The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the foot brake is applied. To engage
P or R, push the release button.

Automatic transmission 3 128.

Starting off

Check before starting off

■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 176,
3 207.

■ Engine oil level and fluid levels
3 152.

■ 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 27, 3 34,
3 41.

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

Starting the engine

■ Turn key to position ACC

■ move the steering wheel slightly to
release the steering wheel lock

■ manual transmission in neutral

■ operate clutch and brake pedals

■ automatic transmission in P or N

■ do not accelerate

■ diesel engines: turn key to ON for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes

■ turn key to START and release

Starting the engine 3 123.

In brief 17

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

■ shift the selector lever to N

■ release the clutch pedal
An Autostop is indicated by the

needle at the AUTOSTOP position in
the tachometer.

To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.

Stop-start system 3 124.

Parking

■ Always apply the electrical parking
brake.

Pull switch m.
For maximum force, e.g. parking

with a trailer or on inclines, pull
switch m twice.

■ Switch off the engine and turn the
ignition key to position LOCK, push
key into ignition switch and remove.

Turn the steering wheel until the
steering wheel lock is felt to
engage.

For vehicles with automatic
transmission, depress foot brake
and shift into P before pushing key
into ignition switch and removing.

■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, engage first gear or
move the selector lever to P before
switching off the ignition. On an
uphill slope, turn the front wheels
away from the kerb.

If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,
engage reverse gear or move the
selector lever to P before switching

off the ignition. Turn the front
wheels towards the kerb.

■ Lock the vehicle with button p on
the radio remote control 3 20.

Activate the anti-theft alarm system
3 24.

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

■ Close windows and sunroof.

■ The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been switched
off 3 151.

■ 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.
1 or 2 minutes, before switching off
in order to protect the turbocharger.

Keys, locks 3 18, Laying the vehicle
up for a long period of time 3 150.

18 Keys, doors and windows

Keys, doors and windows

Keys, locks ................................... 18

Doors ........................................... 22

Vehicle security ............................ 23

Exterior mirrors ............................ 27

Interior mirrors ............................. 28

Windows ...................................... 29

Roof ............................................. 31

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 3 190.

Lock cylinders

Designed to free-wheel if they are
forcefully rotated without the correct
key or if the correct key is not fully
inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with
the correct key until its slot is vertical,
remove key and then re-insert it. If the
cylinder still free-wheels, turn the key
through 180° and repeat operation.

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.

Keys, doors and windows 19

Radio remote control

Used to operate:

■ Central locking system

■ Anti-theft locking system

■ Anti-theft alarm system
The radio remote control has a range

of approx. 6 metres. This range can
be affected by external influences.
The hazard warning flashers confirm
operation.

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

Fault

If the central locking system cannot
be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:

■ Range exceeded.

■ Battery voltage too low.

■ Frequent, repeated operation of the
radio remote control while not in
range, which will require
reprogramming. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.

■ 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.

Unlocking 3 20.

Radio remote control battery replacement

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.

Key with foldaway key section

Extend the key and open the unit.
Replace the battery (battery type
CR2032), paying attention to the
installation position. Close the unit.

20 Keys, doors and windows

Key with fixed key section

Open the unit with a small screwdriver
in the notch on the cover. Replace the
battery (battery type CR2032), paying
attention to the installation position.
Close the unit.

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.

Unlocking

Press button q.

Note
If no door is opened within
5 minutes after the vehicle has been
unlocked, the vehicle is relocked
automatically (and the anti-theft
alarm is reactivated).

When button q is pressed, the
instrument panel illuminates for
approx. 30 seconds or until ignition
switch is turned to position ACC.

Locking

Close doors, load compartment, fuel
filler flap, bonnet, windows and
sunroof.

Press button p.
The central locking system can be

activated with the windows open.

Keys, doors and windows 21

Note
For safety reasons, the vehicle
cannot be locked or unlocked via the
remote control (and the anti-theft
systems will not be activated) if the
key is in the ignition switch.

If the driver's door is not closed
properly, the central locking system
will not work.

Unlocking the tailgate

Press button q.
The tailgate is unlocked together with

the doors.

With the engine running, the tailgate
will only unlock when the electrical
parking brake is applied or automatic
transmission is in position P.

Central locking buttons

Locks or unlocks all doors, the load
compartment and fuel filler flap from
the passenger compartment.

Press left part of switch m to lock.
Press right part of switch m to unlock.
When the key is in the ignition switch,

locking is only possible if all doors are
closed.

Fault in radio remote control system

Unlocking
Manually unlock the driver's door by
turning the key in the lock. Switch on
the ignition and press the left part of
central locking switch m to unlock all
doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap.

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

Child locks

22 Keys, doors and windows

9 Warning

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

Using a key or suitable screwdriver,
turn button on rear door lock to the
horizontal position. The door cannot
be opened from inside.

For deactivation, turn the child lock to
the vertical position.

Doors

Load compartment

Tailgate

Opening

Operate the button above the number
plate and lift the tailgate.

If the tailgate is open when the ignition
is switched on, control indicator 1
illuminates in the instrument cluster
3 90.

Central locking system 3 20.

Closing

Use the interior handle.
Do not operate the button above the

number plate while closing the
tailgate, as this will unlock it again.

Central locking system 3 20.

Keys, doors and windows 23

Fault

To open the tailgate in the event of
power interruption:

Remove the interior trim cover from
the central latch area, then push the
lever using a suitable tool.

General hints for operating tailgate

9 Warning

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
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 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.

24 Keys, doors and windows

Activating

Press button p on the radio remote
control twice within 3 seconds.

Alternatively, turn key in driver's door
towards rear of vehicle again within
3 seconds after locking.

Anti-theft alarm system

The anti-theft alarm system is
combined with the central locking
system.

It monitors:

■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet

■ Passenger compartment including
adjoining load compartment

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

■ Siren power supply

■ Ignition

Activation

Ensure the doors, tailgate, fuel filler
flap, bonnet, windows and sunroof
are closed.

Press button p on radio remote
control or manually lock the driver's
door.

The system is activated:

■ Automatically, 30 seconds after
locking the vehicle (initialisation of
the system)

■ Directly by pressing p on the radio
remote control once more after
locking

If the hazard warning lights do not
flash once upon activation or the
control indicator flashes rapidly, this
may indicate that a door, the tailgate
or the bonnet is not fully closed.

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.

Keys, doors and windows 25

Activation without monitoring of passenger compartment and vehicle inclination

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

1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows
and sunroof.

2. Press button o. Control
indicator o illuminates yellow in
the instrument cluster.

3. Close doors.

4. Activate the anti-theft alarm
system.

Press button o again to cancel.
Control indicator o extinguishes.

Status LED

Status LED is located in the centre
console.

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

LED illu‐
minates
LED
flashes
quickly

Status after system is armed:
LED flashes

slowly
LED flashes
quickly 3 times
after unlocking

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

= test, arming delay.

= doors, tailgate or

bonnet not completely
closed, or system fault.

= system is

armed.

= system is

disarmed.

Deactivation

Unlocking the vehicle deactivates
anti-theft alarm system. Hazard
warning lights flash twice upon
deactivation.

If no door is opened or the engine is
not started within 30 seconds after the
vehicle has been unlocked, the
vehicle is relocked automatically and
the alarm is reactivated.

26 Keys, doors and windows

If the alarm has been triggered, the
hazard warning lights will not flash
upon deactivation.

Alarm

When triggered, the alarm sounds via
a separate battery-backed power
sounder, and the hazard warning
lights flash simultaneously. The
number and duration of alarm signals
are stipulated by legislation.

The alarm can be silenced by
pressing any button of the radio
remote control or manually unlocking
the driver's door with the ignition key.
The anti-theft alarm system is
deactivated at the same time.

If the vehicle's battery is to be
disconnected (e.g. for maintenance
work), the alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: switch the
ignition on then off, then disconnect
the vehicle's battery within
15 seconds.

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 has been
removed from the ignition switch.

Control indicator d illuminates in the
instrument cluster when the ignition is
switched on, then extinguishes. If d
remains illuminated when the ignition
is on, there is a fault in the system; the
engine cannot be started. Switch off

the ignition and remove key, wait
approx. 2 seconds and then repeat
the start attempt.

If the control indicator remains
illuminated, 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 20,
3 24.

Control indicator d 3 89.

Keys, doors and windows 27

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
turning the switch to left (L) or right
(R). Then swivel the control to adjust
the mirror.

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.

Manual folding

Press lightly on the outside of the
mirror housing to fold in the exterior
mirrors.

Electric folding

With ignition switch in positions ACC
or ON, press button n and both
exterior mirrors will fold in.

Press button n again - both exterior
mirrors return to their original position.

If an electrically folded mirror is
manually extended, pressing button
n will only electrically extend the
other mirror. Pressing button n again
folds both mirrors back in.

Fold mirrors back to the driving
position before driving the vehicle.

28 Keys, doors and windows

Heated mirrors

Operated by pressing the RÜ button.
LED illuminates in the button.

Heating works with the key in ignition
switch positions ACC or ON and is
switched off automatically after a
short time.

To avoid discharging the battery,
operate only with the engine running.
Do not operate when you are just
starting the vehicle, or if there is a
build up of snow or ice on the exterior
mirrors.

Do not use sharp instruments or
abrasive cleaners on the exterior
mirrors and avoid scratching or
damaging the heating elements.

Automatic dimming

Exterior mirror on the driver's side
dims to reduce glare automatically in
conjunction with the automatic anti­dazzle interior mirror 3 29.

Interior mirrors

Manual anti-dazzle

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

Keys, doors and windows 29

Automatic anti-dazzle

Press button on mirror housing to turn
function on; button illuminates and
dazzle from following vehicles at night
is automatically reduced. Press
button again to turn function off.

There are two light sensors in the
mirror housing. To avoid interference
and loss of function, do not cover the
sensors or hang anything on the
mirror.

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 of the windscreen
behind the interior mirror 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 could be restricted.

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.

Power windows can be operated:

■ with ignition on,

■ within 10 minutes of switching
ignition off.

30 Keys, doors and windows

After switching off the ignition,
window operation is disabled when
the driver's door is opened.

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

For incremental operation: Push or
pull switch briefly.

For automatic opening or closing:
Push or pull switch for longer.
Window moves up or down
automatically with safety function
enabled. To stop movement, operate
the switch once more in the same
direction.

Additional switches are located in the
front passenger's door and the rear
doors. The rear windows do not open
fully.

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, pull the relevant
window switch several times until the
window is closed. The window moves
up with the safety function disabled.

Child safety system for rear windows

Press switch z to deactivate rear
door power windows. To reactivate,
press z again.

With the child safety system on, rear
door windows can only be operated
via the switches in the driver's door.

Overload

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

Keys, doors and windows 31

Heated rear window

Operated by pressing the RÜ button.
LED illuminates in the button.

Heating works with the key in ignition
switch positions ACC or ON and is
switched off automatically after a
short time.

To avoid discharging the battery,
operate only with the engine running.
Do not operate when you are just
starting the vehicle, or if there is a
build up of snow or ice on the rear
window.

Do not use sharp instruments or
abrasive cleaners on the rear window
and avoid scratching or damaging the
heating elements.

Sun visors

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

Sun visors have vanity mirrors and a
ticket holder on the rear. When the
vanity mirror covers are opened, the
sun visor light illuminates.

The mirror covers should be closed
when driving.

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.

Slide/tilt sunroof

32 Keys, doors and windows

For incremental operation, briefly
press the switch in the required
direction. For automatic opening or
closing, press and hold the switch.

Open
Press switch rearwards; it will open
automatically unless the switch is
pressed again in another direction, or
released.

Note
If the top of the roof is wet, tilt
sunroof, allow water to run off and
then open sunroof.

Close
Press and hold switch forwards.
Release switch when sunroof
reaches desired position.

Tilt
Press and hold switch upwards.
Release switch when sunroof
reaches desired position.

To return sunroof to its original
position, pull and hold switch
downwards. Release switch when
sunroof reaches desired position.

General hints

Function standby
The sunroof can be operated:

■ with ignition on,

■ within 10 minutes of switching
ignition off,

After switching off the ignition,
sunroof operation is disabled when
driver's door is opened.

Seats, restraints 33

Seats, restraints

Head restraints ............................ 33

Front seats ................................... 34

Rear seats ................................... 38

Seat belts ..................................... 40

Airbag system .............................. 43

Child restraints ............................. 50

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.

Height adjustment

Press release button, adjust height
and engage.

Pull head restraint up to raise. Push
head restraint down while pressing
the release button to lower the head
restraint.

Removal

Insert a suitable tool into the small
hole in the side of the guide sleeve
without the release button and
depress the lock. Press the release
button on the other guide sleeve and
pull up the head restraint.

34 Seats, restraints

Stow head restraints securely in load
compartment.

Active head restraints

In the event of a rear-end impact, the
active head restraints automatically
tilt forwards. Thus the head is
supported so that the risk of whiplash
injury is reduced.

Note
Do not attach objects or components
that are not approved for your
vehicle to the head restraints. These
affect the protective effect of the
head restraints and can be propelled
through the vehicle in an
uncontrolled manner if the driver
brakes hard or an accident occurs.

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

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
approximately 25°.

■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 72.

■ 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 33.

■ Adjust the height of the seat belt
3 41.

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

Seats, restraints 35

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.

9 Warning

Never store any objects under the
seats.

Drive only with engaged seats and
backrests.

Seat positioning

Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle.

Seat backrests

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

Do not lean on the seat backrest
whilst adjusting it.

36 Seats, restraints

Seat height

Lever pumping motion
up = seat higher

down = seat lower

Lumbar support

Adjust lumbar support to suit personal
requirements using the lever.

To increase or decrease lumbar
support, move lever forwards or
backwards.

Seat folding

Caution

When seat height is in highest
position, push head restraints
down and lift up sun visors before
folding backrest forwards.

Push head restraint all the way down.
Slide seat as far back as it will go.
Lift release lever and fold backrest

down onto seat cushion. Lower lever
and backrest engages in lowered
position.

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Slide seat forwards.
To return the backrest to its original

position, slide seat as far back as it
will go, lift release lever, move the
backrest to upright position, lower
lever and the backrest engages.

Folding the backrest forwards is
possible only when the backrest is in
an upright position.

Do not operate lever to adjust lumbar
support with backrest tilted forward.

Power seat adjustment

9 Warning

Care must be taken when
operating the power seats. There
is a risk of injury, particularly for
children. Articles could become
trapped.

Keep a close watch on the seats
when adjusting them. Vehicle
passengers should be informed
accordingly.

Seat lengthwise position

Move front switch forwards/
backwards.

Seat height

Move front of switch upwards/
downwards to adjust height of front
part of seat cushion.

Move rear of switch upwards/
downwards to adjust height of rear
part of seat cushion.

Move front and rear of switch
upwards/downwards to adjust height
of entire seat cushion.

Seat backrests

Move upper part of rear switch
forwards/backwards.

The seat backrest must not be tilted
back too far (recommended
maximum tilting angle approx. 25°).

38 Seats, restraints

Heating

Adjust heating to the desired setting
by pressing the ß button for the
respective seat one or more times
with the ignition switch set to ACC or
ON. The control indicator in the button
indicates the setting.

To deactivate heating, set the heating
level to its lowest setting and press
the ß button. The control indicator in
the button will extinguish.

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

If temperature continues to rise, turn
seat heating off and seek the
assistance of a workshop.

Rear seats

Seat backrests

To adjust seat backrests, lift release
lever on top of backrest and move
backrest forwards/backwards to
desired position.

Do not lean on the backrest whilst
adjusting it.

When folding the backrests, ensure
the seat belts are unbuckled.

Seats, restraints 39

9 Warning

Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.

Seat folding

The load compartment can be
enlarged by folding the seat
backrests onto the seat cushions.

To fold backrests separately,
unbuckle all three rear seat belts and
ensure front seats are not in a
reclined position.

Push head restraints all the way
down, lift backrest release lever and
fold backrest forwards and down onto
seat cushion.

Do not allow passengers to sit on a
folded backrest, or place any
unrestrained loads on it.

To move backrest to its original
position, lift and push the backrest
into place and ensure the backrest
engages.

Armrest

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

40 Seats, restraints

Seat belts

The seat belts are locked during
heavy acceleration or deceleration of
the vehicle holding the occupants in
the seated 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.

Seat belts are designed to be used by
only one person at a time.

Child restraint system 3 50.
Periodically check all parts of the belt

system for damage 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

Front seats are equipped with a seat
belt reminder, indicated for driver seat
by control indicator X in the
instrument cluster 3 83 and for
passenger seat by control indicator
k on the passenger side of the
instrument panel 3 41.

Belt force limiters

Located on the front seats. 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 collision or
side impact 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 illumination of control
indicator v 3 83.

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

Seats, restraints 41

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.

Seat belt reminder X 3 83.

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.

Height adjustment

1. Squeeze release buttons
together.

2. Slide adjuster up or down.

3. Ensure adjuster latches into
position.

42 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.

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 43

Front passenger seat belt reminder

When the engine is running, control
indicator k flashes then illuminates if
the passenger seat is occupied and
the seat belt is not engaged.

If vehicle speed exceeds 14 mph, k
will flash for 100 seconds along with
a warning chime, then illuminate until
the seat belt is fastened.

Illuminates briefly when ignition is
switched on.

Control indicator X for driver's seat
belt reminder 3 83.

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 83.

Child restraint systems on front
passenger seat with airbag
systems

Warning according to ECE R94.02:

44 Seats, restraints

EN: NEVER use a rear-facing child
restraint system 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,

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

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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.

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;

46 Seats, restraints

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
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 a
forward-facing child restraint system
must only be used subject to the
instructions and restrictions in the
table 3 51.

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

9 Danger

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

Airbag deactivation 3 48.

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 warning label reminds that the
use of rear-facing child restraint
systems on the front passenger seat
is not permitted. Risk of fatal injury.

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

Fit the seat belt correctly and
engage securely. Only then the
airbag is able to protect.

Side airbag system

Seats, restraints 47

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

9 Warning

Optimum protection is only
provided when the seat is in the
proper position 3 34.

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

The side airbag system consists of an
airbag in each front seat backrest.
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 considerably
reducing the risk of injury to the upper
body and pelvis in the event of a side­on collision.

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.

48 Seats, restraints

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

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

The front passenger airbag system
must be deactivated if a child restraint
system is to be fitted on this seat. 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.

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Use the ignition key to choose the
position:

= front passenger airbag

*

OFF

V

ON

systems are deactivated
and will not inflate in the
event of a collision. Control
indicator * illuminates
continuously on the
passenger side of the
instrument panel. A child
restraint system can be
installed in accordance with
the chart Child restraint
installation locations
3 51. No adult person is
allowed to occupy the front
passenger seat.

= front passenger airbag

systems 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.

Control indicators for the front
passenger airbag system are located
on the passenger side of the
instrument panel.

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

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

Status remains until the next change.

Control indicator V for front
passenger airbag 3 80.

50 Seats, restraints

Child restraints

Child restraint systems

We recommend the Vauxhall 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 Warning

When using a child restraint
system on the front passenger
seat, the airbag systems for the
front passenger seat must be
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 48.
Airbag label 3 43.

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.

Seats, restraints 51

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 X

or approx. 3 to 7 years

Group III: 22 to 36 kg

X X U X

or approx. 6 to 12 years

1

= Child restraint system must be secured using a three-point seat belt. Move seat height adjustment to uppermost

position and ensure that vehicle seat 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.

= Vehicle seat with ISOFIX mounting available. When mounting with ISOFIX, only ISOFIX child restraint systems that

<

have been approved for the vehicle may be used.
U = Universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt.
X = No child restraint system permitted in this weight and age class.

On rear outboard seats On rear centre seatactivated airbag deactivated airbag

U, <

U, <

U, <

X

X

X

52 Seats, restraints

Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system

Weight and age class Size class Fixture

Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months E ISO/R1 X IL X

Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years E ISO/R1 X IL X

D ISO/R2 X IL X

C ISO/R3 X IL X

Group I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months to 4 years D ISO/R2 X IL X

C ISO/R3 X IL X

B ISO/F2 X IUF X

B1 ISO/F2X X IUF X

A ISO/F3 X IUF X

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

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

On front
passenger seat

X IL X

X IL X

On rear
outboard seats

On rear
centre seat

Seats, restraints 53

IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'vehicle-specific', '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 and

age class.

X = No ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight and age class.

ISOFIX size class and seat device

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

54 Seats, restraints

ISOFIX child restraint systems

Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX
child restraint systems to the ISOFIX
mounting brackets.

Permitted installation positions for
specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint
systems are marked in the table by IL.

No more than two ISOFIX child
restraint systems can be installed on
the rear seats at the same time,
though not on the rear centre seat.

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

Top-tether fastening eyes

The Top-tether anchors located on
the rear of the backrests are designed
to hold child restraints which come
equipped with Top-tether anchor
attachments only. Follow the
instructions provided with the
Top-tether child restraint system.

For use of ISOFIX and Top-tether
fixings, universal ISOFIX child
restraint systems may be used.
Permitted installation positions are
marked in the table by IUF.

Storage 55

Storage

Storage compartments ................ 55

Load compartment ....................... 67

Roof rack system ......................... 70

Loading information ..................... 70

Storage compartments

9 Warning

Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise 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 will illuminate when
opened.

The glovebox partition can be
removed from its groove. Store the
partition in the groove on the far left­hand side of the glovebox.

The glovebox should be closed whilst
driving.

Lockable glovebox

Lock and unlock the glovebox with the
key.

Cupholders

Cupholders are located in the front of
the centre console.

The cupholder is flexible, allowing
different size drink containers to be
stored.

Additional cupholders are located in
the centre rear seat armrest. Fold
down the armrest to access the
cupholder.

56 Storage

Front storage

Console net

Located in the front passenger foot
well.

Coin storage

Pull handle to open. Push door firmly
to close.

Card holder

Located above the coin storage
compartment. A card can be retained
in the slot for convenient use.

Sunglasses storage

To open: push the rear part of the
cover.

To close: pull up cover and push it
until it latches into place.

Do not use for storing heavy objects.

Storage 57

Underseat storage

Front passenger seat undertray

Pull up on front of tray then pull it
forwards. Push the tray towards the
seat to return it to its original position.

Armrest storage

Console box in front armrest

To open: pull up lever and lift the lid.
To close: lower lid and push it down

until it latches into position.

Centre console storage

To access the storage compartment,
power outlet and AUX input, slide the
cupholder tray rearwards.

Power outlets 3 77.
AUX input - see Infotainment system

manual for further information.

Rear carrier system

The rear carrier system (Flex-Fix
system) allows bicycles to be
attached to a pull-out carrier
integrated into the vehicle floor. The
transportation of other objects is not
permitted.

The maximum load of the rear carrier
system is 40 kg. The maximum load
per bicycle is 20 kg.

The wheelbase of a bicycle must not
exceed 1.15 metres. Otherwise the
secure fastening of a bicycle is not
possible.

58 Storage

If not in use, the carrier system must
be slid back into the vehicle floor.

A multifunction box is offered as an
accessory for the rear carrier system.

There must not be any objects on the
bicycles that could become loose
during transportation.

Caution

Do not attach bicycles with carbon
pedal cranks to bicycle carriers.
The bicycles might get damaged.

Extending

Open the tailgate.

9 Warning

No-one should be in the extension
zone of the rear carrier system,
risk of injury.

Raise release lever. The system
disengages and travels quickly out of
the bumper.

Completely pull out the rear carrier
system until you hear it engage.

Ensure that it is not possible to push
in the rear carrier system without
pulling the release lever again.

9 Warning

It is only permissible to fit objects
to the rear carrier system if the
system has been correctly
engaged. If the rear carrier system
will not engage correctly, do not fit
objects to the system and slide the
system back. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.

Storage 59

Pull up license plate holder and fully
insert the holder supports into the
retainers.

Install the tail lamps

First remove the rear (
front (2) tail lamp from the recesses.

1), then the

Push the clamping lever and push the
bulb holder into the retainer until it hits
the stop.

Perform this procedure for both tail
lamps.

Open out the bulb holder on the back
of the tail lamp completely.

Check the cable and lamp position to
make sure these are correctly
installed and are securely located.

60 Storage

Lock the rear carrier system

Swivel the left clamping lever (1) back
first, followed by the right clamping
lever (2) until they stop. Both
clamping levers must point
backwards, otherwise safe
functionality is not guaranteed.

Note
Close the tailgate.

Unfold pedal crank recesses

Fold one or both pedal crank
recesses upwards until the diagonal
support engages.

Remove the pedal crank mounts from
the pedal crank recesses.

Storage 61

Adapting the rear carrier system to a bicycle

With the rotary lever on the pedal
crank recess, roughly adapt the
adjustable pedal crank unit to the
protrusion of the pedal crank.

If the bicycle has straight pedal
cranks, unscrew the pedal crank unit
completely (position 5).

If the bicycle has curved pedal
cranks, screw in the pedal crank unit
all the way (position 1).

Press the release lever and withdraw
the wheel recesses.

Push the release lever on the strap
retainer and remove the strap
retainer.

62 Storage

Prepare the bicycle for attachment

Note
The maximum width for the pedal
crank is 38.3 mm and the maximum
depth is 14.4 mm.

Rotate the left pedal (without a chain
cog) vertically downwards. The pedal
on the left pedal crank must be
horizontal.

The front bicycle must have its front
wheel facing left.

The rear bicycle must have its front
wheel facing right.

Attaching a bicycle to the rear carrier system

Put on the bicycle. The pedal crank
here must be placed in the pedal
crank recess opening as shown in the
illustration.

Caution

Make sure that the pedal does not
touch the surface of the rear end
carrier. Otherwise the bicycle
chainset might be damaged during
transport.

Insert pedal crank mount into outer
rail of each pedal crank recess from
above and slide downwards as far as
it will go.

Storage 63

Attach the pedal crank by rotating the
attachment screw on the pedal crank
mount.

Place the wheel recesses such that
the bicycle is more or less horizontal.
Here, the distance between the
pedals and the tailgate should be at
least 5 cm.

Both bicycle tyres must be in the
wheel recesses.

Caution

Make sure to pull out the wheel
recesses as far as necessary to
have both bicycle tyres placed in
the recesses. Otherwise a
horizontal mounting of the bicycle
is not ensured. Disregard could
lead to damage of the bicycle
wheels caused by hot exhaust
fumes.

Align the bicycle in the longitudinal
direction of the vehicle: Slightly
loosen the pedal mount.

Place the bicycle upright using the
rotary lever on the pedal crank
recess.

If the two bicycles obstruct one
another, the relative positions of the
bicycles can be adapted by adjusting
the wheel recesses and the rotary
lever on the pedal crank recess until
the bicycles no longer touch one
another. Make sure there is sufficient
clearance from the vehicle.

Tighten the attachment screw for the
pedal bearing mount to its maximum
point by hand.

64 Storage

Secure both bicycle wheels to the
wheel recesses using strap retainers.

Check the bicycle to make sure it is
secure.

Caution

Ensure gap between bicycle and
vehicle is at least 5 cm. If
necessary, loosen handlebar and
swivel sideways.

The settings for the wheel recesses
and on the rotary lever on the pedal
crank recess should be noted and
saved for each bicycle. Correct
presetting will facilitate refitting of the
bicycle.

Note
It is recommended to attach a
warning sign at the rearmost bicycle
to increase visibility.

Removing a bicycle from the rear carrier system

Undo strap retainers on both bicycle
tyres.

Hold on to the bicycle, loosen the
attachment screw for the pedal
bearing mount, then lift the pedal
bearing mount to remove it.

Storage 65

Retracting the rear carrier system

Push the pedal crank mounts into the
pedal crank recess as shown in the
illustration.

Press release lever and slide in wheel
recesses all the way as far as they will
go.

Insert the strap retainer and pull
tightly downwards as far as possible.

Disengage the locking lever on the
diagonal support and fold both pedal
crank recesses down.

9 Warning

Risk of pinching.

66 Storage

Push the clamping lever down and
pull both lamp supports out of the
recesses.

Swivel first the right clamping lever
(1) forwards, followed by the left
clamping lever (2), until they can be
engaged in their respective recesses.

Pull up license plate holder and fold
down into horizontal position.

Fold in the bulb holders on the backs
of the tail lamps.

First place the front tail lamp (1), then
the rear tail lamp (2) in the recesses
and push down as far as possible.
Push cables all the way into all guides
in order to prevent damage.

Open the tailgate.

Storage 67

Raise the release lever and hold. Lift
the system slightly and push it into the
bumper until it engages.

Release lever must return to original
position.

9 Warning

If the system cannot be correctly
engaged, please seek the
assistance of a workshop.

Load compartment

Storage compartments in the
load compartment

Located on both sides of the load
compartment floor.

Load compartment cover

Do not place any objects on the cover.

Closing the cover

Pull load compartment cover towards
rear of vehicle using handle and insert
retainers into brackets on either side
of load compartment.

Opening the cover

Remove load compartment cover
from side brackets. The cover rolls up
automatically.

68 Storage

Removing the cover

Open load compartment cover. Pull
socket on either side of cover towards
centre of vehicle, lift and remove
cover from the side guides.

Fit in reverse order.

Rear floor storage cover

To access the rear floor storage
compartment, pull floor cover handle
upwards.

Depending on version, to access the
rear floor storage compartment, push
both levers on the floor cover towards
the handle and pull up the cover by
the handle.

Storage 69

Where present, hang the hook to the
upper part of the tailgate opening.

Caution

Only use the hook for hanging up
the rear floor cover and the height
adjustable cover.

Caution

Do not allow objects to protrude
above the top of the rear floor
storage compartment, to avoid
damage to the storage area and
the load compartment floor.

Jack and vehicle tools 3 173.
Tyre repair kit 3 179.
Temporary spare wheel 3 185.

Lashing eyes

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

Two additional lashing eyes are
located in front of the rear seats.

Designed for carrying small, light
items only, a luggage floor net helps
keep loads from moving during sharp
turns or quick starts and stops.

To install: attach the four net hooks to
the lashing eyes mounted on the load
compartment floor.

Warning triangle

Stow the warning triangle below the
floor cover in the load compartment.

First aid kit

Stow the first aid kit below the floor
cover in the load compartment.

Fire extinguisher

Stow the fire extinguisher securely in
the load compartment.

70 Storage

Roof rack system

Roof rack

For safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information contact a workshop.

Fasten the roof rack to the roof rails
following the instructions that
accompany the system, ensuring that
the roof load is evenly distributed over
the side or cross rails.

Loads must not be placed on the roof
surface. To prevent damage or loss,
check frequently that roof loads are
securely fastened.

Driving with a roof load affects the
vehicle centre of gravity; drive
carefully in crosswinds and do not
drive at high speeds.

Remove the roof rack when not in
use.

Loading information

■ Heavy objects in the load
compartment should be evenly
distributed and placed as far
forward as possible. Ensure the
backrests are securely engaged. If
objects can be stacked, the heavier
objects should be placed at the
bottom.

With rear seats in the folded
position, objects must not be
stacked higher than the seat
backrests.

■ Secure objects with lashing straps
attached to lashing eyes 3 69.

■ Secure loose objects in the load
compartment, e.g. with a luggage
floor net, to prevent 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, electrical
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 3 198) and the EC kerb
weight.

To calculate the EC kerb weight,
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
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 75 mph.
The permissible roof load is

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

Storage 71

72 Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls

Controls ....................................... 72

Warning lights, gauges and indi‐

cators ........................................... 79

Information displays ..................... 91

Vehicle messages ........................ 98

Trip computer ............................. 100

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

The Infotainment system and a
connected mobile phone can be
operated via the controls on the
steering wheel.

Further information is available in the
Infotainment system instruction
manual.

Instruments and controls 73

Horn

Press j.

Windscreen wiper/washer

Windscreen wiper

= fast

&

= slow

%

= timed interval wiping or

$

automatic wiping with rain
sensor

= off

§

For a single wipe when the
windscreen wiper is off, press the
lever down.

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

Adjustable wiper interval

To set the wiping interval to a value
between 1 and 10 seconds:

■ Switch on ignition.

■

Push lever down from position §.

■ Wait until wiping frequency reaches
the desired interval.

■

Set lever to position $.

The interval remains stored until the
next change or until the ignition is
switched off. Switching the ignition on
and moving the lever to $ sets the
interval to 3.5 seconds.

74 Instruments and controls

In this mode, wiping frequency is also
affected by vehicle speed. As vehicle
speed increases, wiping will become
more frequent.

Automatic wiping with rain sensor

= 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.

The wiper operates for one cycle to
check the system when the key is
turned to ignition switch position
ACC.

To turn wiper off, move lever to
position §.

Keep the rain sensor area clean by
activating the windscreen washer
system.

Windscreen and headlight washer

Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed
onto the windscreen.

If the lever is held longer, the wiper
operates for two cycles after the lever
has been released and once more
after a 3 second delay.

If the headlights are on, washer fluid
is also sprayed onto the headlights.
The headlight washer system can
only be operated again after a short
delay. If washer fluid level is low then
this delay is increased.

Instruments and controls 75

Control indicator G illuminates in the
instrument cluster when the washer
fluid level is low.

Wiper activated lighting

With light switch in the AUTO
position, when the windscreen wiper
is operated for 8 cycles or more the
exterior lights illuminate
automatically.

Rear window wiper/washer

Move lever to activate the rear
window wiper:

Push lever = wiper on
Pull lever = wiper off

To activate rear window washer
system, press and hold button on end
of lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto
rear window and the wiper wipes a
few times when the button is
released.

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

Outside temperature

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

If outside temperature drops to 3 °C,
the symbol : illuminates in the
Board-Info-Display as a warning for
icy road conditions. : remains
illuminated until outside temperature
reaches at least 5 °C.

In vehicles with Graphic-Info-Display
or Colour-Info-Display, a message
appears on the display as a warning
for icy road conditions. There is no
message below -5 °C.

76 Instruments and controls

9 Warning

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

Clock

Date and time are shown in the
Info-Display.

Board-Info-Display 3 91.

Automatic time synchronisation

Board-Info-Display

Graphic-Info-Display,
Colour-Info-Display 3 93.

The RDS (Radio Data System) signal
of most VHF transmitters
automatically sets the time, identified
by } in the display.

Some RDS transmitters do not send
a correct time signal. In such cases,
switch off automatic time
synchronisation and set the time
manually.

Instruments and controls 77

Deactivate (Clock Sync.Off) or
activate (Clock Sync.On) automatic
time synchronisation with the arrow
buttons on the Infotainment system.

To set date and time manually, select
the menu item for time and date
setting from the Settings menu and
make the desired setting. The value
ready for modification is marked with
arrows. Use the arrow buttons to
make the required setting. The setting
is saved when the menu item is
exited.

To correct time with the help of RDS,
select the menu item for time
synchronisation from the Settings
menu and make the desired setting.

Board-Info-Display 3 91.

Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info­Display

With the navigation system, date and
time are set automatically upon
receipt of a GPS satellite signal. If the
displayed time does not match local
time, it can be corrected manually or
automatically by receiving an RDS
time signal.

Some RDS transmitters do not send
a correct time signal. In such cases,
switch off automatic time
synchronisation and set the time
manually.

To set date and time manually, select
menu item Time, Date from the
Settings menu. The menu is
displayed. Select the menu items
required and make the desired
setting.

To correct time with the help of RDS,
select menu item Synchron. clock
automatical. from the Time, Date
menu. The box in front of Synchron.
clock automatical. will be checked.

Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display 3 93.

Power outlets

The socket can be used to connect
electrical accessories.

78 Instruments and controls

12 Volt power outlets are located
beneath the cupholder in the front
centre console, in the rear centre
console and on the right-hand side of
the load compartment.

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 outlet by using
unsuitable plugs.

Stop-start system 3 124.

Pull the cap out to use the power
outlet, and replace the cap when not
in use.

Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 120 Watts.

Operational with ignition switch in
positions ACC or ON. Use of power
outlets while the engine is not running
will discharge the battery.
Additionally, the power outlets are
deactivated in the event of low vehicle
battery voltage.

Instruments and controls 79

Warning lights, gauges and indicators

Instrument cluster

In some versions, the needles of the
instruments briefly rotate to the end
position when the ignition is switched
on.

Speedometer

Indicates vehicle speed.

Odometer

The odometer display is located in the
centre of the instrument cluster.

The bottom line displays the recorded
distance in miles.

Trip odometer

The top line displays the recorded
distance since the last reset.

There are two independent trip
odometers. Press the trip odometer
button once to toggle between
Trip A and Trip B.

To reset, press and hold the trip
odometer button for a few seconds
with the ignition on.

Tachometer

Displays the engine speed.
Drive in a low engine speed range for

each gear as much as possible.

Caution

If the needle is in the red warning
zone, the maximum permitted
engine speed is exceeded. Engine
at risk.

80 Instruments and controls

Fuel gauge

Displays the fuel level in the tank.
Control indicator Y illuminates if the

level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately 3 144.

Never run the tank dry. Erratic fuel
supply can cause catalytic converter
to overheat 3 128.

Diesel engines: if the tank has been
run dry, bleed the fuel system 3 159.

Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity
3 206.

Service display

The engine oil life system lets you
know when to change the engine oil
and filter. Based on driving
conditions, the interval at which an
engine oil and filter change will be
indicated can vary considerably.

Change engine oil 3 88.

Transmission display

Displays the mode or selected gear
with automatic transmission.

P = park position
R = reverse gear

N = neutral
D = drive position (automatic

mode)

1-6 = selected gear in manual mode

Control indicators

The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. Depending on the
equipment, the position of the control
indicators may vary.

When the ignition is switched on,
most control indicators will illuminate
briefly as a functionality test.

The control indicator colours mean:
red = danger, important

reminder
yellow = warning, information, fault
green = confirmation of activation
blue = confirmation of activation
white = confirmation of activation

Instruments and controls 81

Control indicators on the instrument panel

k illuminates red.
Front passenger seat belt reminder

3 41.
* illuminates yellow.
The front passenger airbag is

deactivated 3 48.

9 Danger

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

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

82 Instruments and controls

Control indicators in the instrument cluster

Instruments and controls 83

Turn signal

O illuminates or flashes green.
The relevant control indicator flashes

when the turn signal is switched on
3 108.

Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal
bulb or the associated fuse or failure
of a turn signal light on trailer.

Both control indicators flash when the
hazard warning flashers are active
3 107.

Bulb replacement 3 159, Fuses
3 165.

Turn signals 3 108.

Seat belt reminder

Seat belt reminder for front seats

X for driver's seat illuminates or
flashes red.

k for front passenger's seat
illuminates or flashes red, when the
seat is occupied.

When the engine is running, if seat
belt is not engaged, the control
indicator will flash for 100 seconds
then illuminate until seat belt is
fastened.

If vehicle speed exceeds 14 mph, the
control indicator will flash for
100 seconds along with a warning
chime and remains illuminated until
seat belt is fastened.

Fastening the seat belt 3 40.
Front passenger seat belt reminder k

3 41.

Airbag and belt tensioners

v illuminates red.
When the ignition is switched on, v

flashes briefly. If it does not flash,
stays lit or flashes during driving,
there is a fault in the airbag system.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
The airbags and belt pretensioners
may fail to trigger in the event of an
accident.

Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.

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Warning

Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.

Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 40, 3 43.

Charging system

p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is

switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates when the engine is running

Stop vehicle and switch off engine.
Battery is not charging. Engine
cooling may be interrupted. The
brake servo unit may cease to be
effective.

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Interrupt your journey immediately.
Remove key and check drive belt
condition and tensioning before
seeking the assistance of a
workshop.

Malfunction indicator light

Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is

switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Can illuminate briefly when driving;
this is normal and does not indicate a
system fault.

Illuminates when the engine is running

Fault in the emission control system.
The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Fuel economy and vehicle
driveability may be impaired. Seek
the assistance of a workshop
immediately.

Control indicator Z also illuminates if
there is a fault in the diesel particle
filter 3 127 or with the automatic
transmission 3 131. Seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.

Ensure the fuel filler cap is screwed in
completely 3 144.

Flashes when the engine is running

Fault that could lead to catalytic
converter damage 3 128. Ease up on
the accelerator until the flashing
stops. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.

Service vehicle soon

g illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the engine is

running to indicate a fault in the
engine or transmission electronics.
The electronics switch to an
emergency running programme, fuel
consumption may be increased and
vehicle handling may be impaired.

In some cases, the fault can be
eliminated by switching the engine off
and back on again. If g illuminates
again after restarting the engine, the
vehicle may need a service.

Have the cause of the fault eliminated
by a workshop.

Brake system

R illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is

switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, stop and seek the
assistance of a workshop.

If it stays lit while the engine is
running, the brakes do not operate as
normal, or leaks are found in the
brake system, do not attempt to drive
the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to
a workshop for inspection and repair.

9 Warning

Stop. Do not continue your
journey. Consult a workshop.

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Illuminates when engine is running if
fluid level for brake hydraulics is too
low 3 155.

Brake system 3 135.

Electrical parking brake

m illuminates or flashes red.
When the engine is started, m

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates

Electrical parking brake is applied
3 136.

Flashes

Electrical parking brake is not fully
applied or released.

Switch on ignition, depress brake
pedal and attempt to reset the system
by first releasing and then re-applying
the electrical parking brake.

If m remains flashing, do not drive
and seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Electrical parking brake fault

j illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, j

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates

Electrical parking brake is operating
with degraded performance 3 136.

9 Warning

Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.

Antilock brake system (ABS)

u illuminates yellow.
The system is ready for operation

when the control indicator
extinguishes.

If the control indicator does not
illuminate when the ignition is
switched on, stays lit or illuminates
during driving, there is a fault in the
ABS. The brake system remains
operational but without ABS
regulation.

If control indicator u illuminates
during driving along with brake
system control indicator R, there is a
serious fault in the brake system.
Have the system checked
immediately by a workshop.

Antilock brake system 3 135.

Upshift

[ illuminates green.
Upshifting is recommended for fuel

saving purposes.

All wheel drive

B illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates briefly when the ignition is

switched on. If it does not illuminate,
seek the assistance of a workshop.

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Flashes briefly when the engine is running

The system is temporarily disabled.

Flashes continuously when the engine is running

System fault. Seek the assistance of
a workshop immediately.

All wheel drive 3 133.

Descent control system

u illuminates yellow and/or green.
Both the yellow and green control

indicators illuminate briefly when the
ignition is switched on.

Green

Illuminates when system is ready for
operation.

Flashes during driving when system
is in operation, after pressing the u
button.

Yellow

Flashes to indicate system is not
ready for conditions to operate.

Illuminates to indicate there is a fault
in the system.

If it flashes or illuminates during
driving, friction material needs to cool
down: drive the vehicle without
braking as much as possible.

Descent control system 3 138.

Power steering

2 illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, 2

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, stays lit or illuminates
during driving, there is a fault in the
system. Seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Power steering 3 122.

Ultrasonic parking assist

r illuminates yellow.
Fault in system
or
Fault due to sensors that are dirty or

covered by ice or snow
or

Interference due to external sources
of ultrasound. Once the source of
interference is removed, the system
will operate normally.

Have the cause of the fault in the
system remedied by a workshop.

Ultrasonic parking assist 3 141.

Electronic Stability Control

b illuminates or flashes yellow.
When the engine is started, b

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates

Fault in the system. Continued driving
is possible. Driving stability, however,
may deteriorate depending on road
surface conditions.

Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.

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Flashes

The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.

Electronic Stability Control 3 137.

Electronic Stability Control off

t illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, t

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates when ESC has been
switched off manually by pressing
button t on the centre console.

Electronic Stability Control 3 137.

Engine coolant temperature

W illuminates red.

When the engine is started, W
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates when the engine is running

Stop vehicle and switch off engine.

Caution

Coolant temperature too high.

Check coolant level 3 153.
If there is sufficient coolant, seek the

assistance of a workshop.

Preheating

! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only

activates when outside temperature
is low.

If it illuminates during driving or if the
engine cannot be started, seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.

Starting the engine 3 123.

Diesel particle filter

% illuminates or flashes yellow.
The diesel particle filter requires

cleaning.
Continue driving until %

extinguishes.

Illuminates during driving

Control indicator % iluminates,
accompanied by a warning chime,
when the diesel particle filter is full.
Start cleaning process as soon as
possible.

Flashes during driving

Control indicator % flashes when the
maximum filling level of the filter is
reached. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the
engine. A warning chime sounds
every 3 minutes until the cleaning
process is complete.

Diesel particle filter 3 127, Stop-start
system 3 124.

Engine oil pressure

I illuminates red.

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Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates when the engine is running

Caution

Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.

1. Depress clutch.

2. Select neutral gear, set selector
lever to N.

3. Move out of the flow of traffic as
quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.

4. Switch off ignition.

9 Warning

When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will
still be operational.

Do not remove key until vehicle is
stationary, otherwise the steering
wheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.

Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 152.

Low engine oil level

S illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, S

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates during driving

Oil level is low: top up oil to specified
level 3 152.

Change engine oil

C illuminates yellow.
When the engine is started, C

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

The engine oil life monitor lets you
know when to change the oil. Control
indicator C illuminates to indicate
that engine oil life has been
diminished and the oil needs
changing.

Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which an oil change will be
indicated can vary considerably.

Change oil within 600 miles. Engine
power may be decreased.

Once the engine oil has been
changed 3 152, the engine oil life
monitor needs to be reset. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.

Fuel economy mode

s illuminates green.
Illuminates when fuel ecomony mode

is switched on 3 130.

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Low fuel

Y illuminates yellow.
When the engine is started, Y

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates during driving when fuel
level in tank is too low. Refuel
immediately 3 144.

Never run the tank dry. Erratic fuel
supply can cause catalytic converter
to overheat 3 128.

Diesel engines: if the tank has been
run dry, bleed the fuel system 3 159.

Fuel tank capacity 3 206.
Catalytic converter 3 128.

Drain fuel filter

U illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when water level in diesel

fuel filter exceeds a specified level.
Residual water in the diesel fuel filter

must be drained 3 158. Seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.

Immobiliser

d illuminates red.
When the engine is started, d

illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.

Illuminates to indicate a fault in the
immobiliser system. The engine
cannot be started.

Electronic immobiliser 3 26.

Reduced engine power

# illuminates yellow.
Illuminates in conjunction with control

indicator g, the vehicle needs a
service. Move out of the flow of traffic
as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles, stop the
engine and restart after 10 seconds.

The engine power is limited. Consult
a workshop.

Apply footbrake

- illuminates yellow.

Brake pedal needs to be depressed
to release the electrical parking brake
3 136.

Clutch pedal needs to be depressed
to restart the engine.

Stop-start system 3 124.

High beam

C illuminates blue.
Illuminated when high beam is on and

during headlight flash 3 106.

Automatic headlight levelling system

q illuminates yellow
Illuminates during driving to indicate a

fault that requires immediate
attention. Seek the assistance of a
workshop as soon as possible.

Automatic headlight range
adjustment 3 106.

Fog light

> illuminates green.

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Illuminates when the front fog lights
are switched on 3 108.

Rear fog light

r illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when the rear fog light is

switched on 3 109.

Cruise control

m illuminates yellow or green.

Illuminates yellow

The system is ready for operation.

Illuminates green

A certain speed is stored.
Cruise control 3 140.

Speed warning

à illuminates yellow.
In vehicles equipped with the

overspeed warning light, when
vehicle speed exceeds 75 mph,
control indicator à flashes,

accompanied by a warning chime, to
warn the driver to reduce speed as
appropriate.

Trailer indicator

á illuminates green.
Illuminates when a trailer is

connected to the vehicle 3 146.

Bonnet open

/ illuminates red.
Illuminates when the bonnet is open.
Stop-start system 3 124.

Door open

( illuminates red.
Illuminates when a door is open or not

securely latched.

Tailgate open

1 illuminates red.
Illuminates when tailgate is open or

not securely latched 3 22.

Anti-theft alarm system

a illuminates yellow.
Illuminates when alarm system

monitoring of the passenger
compartment and vehicle inclination
has been switched off with button
a in the roof lining.

Anti-theft alarm system 3 24.

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Information displays

Board-Info-Display

The Info-Display is located in the
instrument panel above the
Infotainment system.

Info-Display indicates:

■ time 3 76

■ outside temperature 3 75

■ date 3 76

■ Infotainment system - see
Infotainment system instruction
manual

The Info-Display is located in the
instrument panel above the
Infotainment system.

An F in the display indicates a fault.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.

Trip computer, Board-Info-Display
3 100.

Selecting functions

Functions and settings of the
Infotainment system can be accessed
via the Info-Display.

Functions are selected and executed
in the menu on the display using the
arrow buttons on the Infotainment
system or the left adjuster wheel on
the steering wheel.

If a check control warning message
appears on the Info-Display, the
display is blocked from other
functions. Acknowledge the message
by pressing the OK button or the left
adjuster wheel. If there are several
warning messages, acknowledge
them one at a time.

Check control 3 99.

Select using the Infotainment system buttons

In the Settings menu, use the OK
button to call up the required function.
Use the arrow buttons to change
settings.

In the BC menu, use the OK button to
call up the required function. Use the
OK button to operate the stop watch
or restart measurement and
calculation.

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Select using the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel

Turn the adjuster wheel to call up the
required function.

Press the adjuster wheel to open the
BC menu, to select marked items and
confirm commands. In the BC menu
press to operate the stop watch or
restart measurement and calculation.

System settings

Press the Settings button of the
Infotainment system. Menu item
Audio then opens.

Call up System with the left arrow
button and select with the OK button.

The first function of the System menu
is highlighted. Some of the functions
appear on the display in an
abbreviated form.

The functions are displayed in the
following order:

■ Time synchronisation

■ Time, setting hours

■ Time, setting minutes

■ Date, setting day

■ Date, setting month

■ Date, setting year

■ Ignition logic

■ Language selection

■ Setting units of measure

Automatic time synchronisation

The RDS (Radio Data System) signal
of most VHF transmitters
automatically sets the time, identified
by } in the display.

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Some transmitters do not send a
correct time signal. In such cases,
switch off automatic time
synchronisation and set the time
manually.

Deactivate (Clock Sync.Off) or
activate (Clock Sync.On) automatic
time synchronisation with the arrow
buttons.

Setting date and time

To set date and time manually, select
the menu item for time and date
settings and make the desired
setting.

The value ready for modification is
marked with arrows. Use the arrow
buttons to make the required setting.
The setting is saved when the menu
item is exited.

Ignition logic
See Infotainment system instruction
manual.

Language selection

The display language for some
functions can be selected.

Select the required language with the
arrow buttons.

Setting units of measure

Select the required unit of
measurement with the arrow buttons.

Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display

Depending on the vehicle
configuration the vehicle has a
Graphic-Info-Display or
Colour-Info-Display. The
Info-Display is located in the
instrument panel above the
Infotainment system.

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Info-Display indicates:

■ time 3 76

■ outside temperature 3 75

■ date 3 76

■ Infotainment and navigation
systems - see Infotainment system
instruction manual

■ system settings

The Info-Display is located in the
instrument panel above the
Infotainment system. The
Graphic-Info-Display presents the
information in monochrome. The
Colour-Info-Display presents the
information in colour.

The type of information and how it is
displayed depends on the equipment
of the vehicle and the settings of the
trip computer and Infotainment
system. Some information appears
on the display in an abbreviated form.

An F in the display indicates a fault.
Have the cause of the fault remedied
by a workshop.

Trip computer, Graphic-Info-Display,
Colour-Info-Display 3 101.

Selecting functions

The functions and settings of the
Infotainment system can be accessed
via the Info-Display.

Functions are selected and executed
in the menu on the display using the
arrow buttons and the central
multifunction knob on the
Infotainment system or the left
adjuster wheel on the steering wheel.

If a check control warning message
appears on the Info-Display, the
display is blocked from other
functions. Acknowledge the message
by pressing an arrow button, the
multifunction knob or the left adjuster

wheel. If there are several warning
messages, acknowledge them one at
a time.

Check control 3 99.

Select using the Infotainment system buttons

Select a function via the Infotainment
system arrow buttons. The menu of
the selected function is displayed.

Select using the central multifunction knob

The multifunction knob is the central
control element for the menus:

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Turn

■ To mark a menu option

■ To set a numeric value or to display
a menu option

Press

■ To select or activate the marked
option

■ To confirm a set value

■ To switch a system function on/off

To exit a menu, turn the multifunction
knob left or right to Return or Main and
select.

Select using the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel

Turn the adjuster wheel to call up the
required function.

Press the adjuster wheel to select
marked items and confirm
commands. Press to operate the stop
watch or restart measurement and
calculation.

Trip computer 3 101.

Function areas

For each function area there is a main
page (Main), which is selected at the
top edge of the display:

■ Audio,

■ Navigation,

■ Telephone,

■ Trip computer.
See Infotainment system instruction

manual for further information.

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System settings

The settings are accessed via the
Settings menu. Press the Main button
(not found on all Infotainment
systems) on the Infotainment system,
to call up main display. Press the
Settings button. On Infotainment
System CD 30, ensure no menu has
been selected. The Settings menu is
displayed.

The functions are displayed in the
following order:

■ Time, Date

■ Language

■ Units

■ Contrast

■ Day / Night

■ Ignition logic

Setting date and time

With the navigation system, date and
time are set automatically upon
receipt of a GPS satellite signal. If the
displayed time does not match local
time, it can be corrected manually or
automatically by receiving an RDS
time signal.

Some RDS transmitters do not send
a correct time signal. In such cases,
switch off automatic time
synchronisation and set the time
manually.

To set date and time manually, select
menu item Time, Date from the
Settings menu. The menu is
displayed. Select the menu items
required and make the desired
setting.

To correct time with the help of RDS,
select menu item Synchron. clock
automatical. from the Time, Date
menu. The box in front of Synchron.
clock automatical. will be checked.

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Language selection

The display language for some
functions can be selected. Select
menu item Language from the
Settings menu. The available
languages are displayed.

Select the desired language.
Selections are indicated by a 6 in
front of the menu item.

In systems with voice output, when
the language setting of the display is
changed, the system will ask whether
the announcement language should
also be changed – see Infotainment
system instruction manual.

Setting units of measure

Select menu item Units from the
Settings menu. The available units
are displayed. Select the desired unit.

Selections are indicated by a o in
front of the menu item.

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Adjusting contrast (Graphic-Info-Display)

Select menu item Contrast from the
Settings menu. The menu is
displayed. Confirm the required
setting.

Setting display mode
The display can be adjusted to suit
the lighting conditions:

Select menu item Day / Night from the
Settings menu. The options are
displayed.

Automatic; adapted based on vehicle
lighting.

Always day design; black or coloured
text on a light background.

Always night design; white or
coloured text on a dark background.

Selections are indicated by a o in
front of the menu item.

Ignition logic
See Infotainment system instruction
manual.

Vehicle messages

Warning chimes

When starting the engine or whilst driving

Only one warning chime will sound at
a time.

The warning chime regarding
unfastened seat belts has priority
over any other warning chime.

■ If seat belt is not fastened.

■ When operating the turn and lane­change signals.

■ When the vehicle is being driven
and the electrical parking brake is
applied 3 136.

■ When releasing the electrical
parking brake without applying the
foot brake 3 89.

■ If there is a fault in the braking
system 3 84.

■ If the parking assist detects an
object 3 141.

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■ During automatic self-cleaning of
the diesel particle filter 3 127.

■ In vehicles equipped with engine
overspeed warning; when vehicle
speed exceeds 75 mph 3 90.

When the vehicle is parked and/ or the driver's door is opened

■ When the key is in the ignition
switch.

■ With exterior lights on.

Tyre pressure

Check control

In vehicles with tyre pressure
monitoring system, if low tyre
pressures are detected, relevant
information appears on the
information display.

Reduce speed and check tyre
pressure at the next opportunity.

Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 176.

Check tyre pressures 3 176, 3 207.

If there is a considerable loss of
pressure, a corresponding message
appears indicating the relevant tyre.

Steer out of the flow of traffic as
quickly as possible without
endangering other vehicles. Stop and
check the tyres. Mount the spare
wheel 3 182, 3 185.

Tyre pressure monitoring system
3 176.