2020 Vauxhall Corsa 4 Door Driving and operating User Manual

MY CAR USER MANUAL

Driving and operating for Your Vauxhall Corsa 4 Door 2020

102  
Driving and operating  
Steering  
Driving hints  
Control of the vehicle  
Never coast with engine not  
running  
Many systems will not function in this  
situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power  
steering). Driving in this manner is a  
danger to yourself and others.  
Starting and operating  
If power steering assist is lost  
because the engine stops or due to a  
system malfunction, the vehicle can  
be steered but may require increased  
effort.  
New vehicle running-in  
Do not brake unnecessarily hard for  
the first few journeys.  
During the first drive, smoke may  
occur because of wax and oil  
evaporating off the exhaust system.  
Park the vehicle in the open for a  
while after the first drive and avoid  
inhaling the fumes.  
During the running-in period, fuel and  
engine oil consumption may be  
higher.  
Emergencies  
9 Warning  
All systems function during an  
Autostop.  
Stop-start system 3 106.  
Damage to the high voltage  
battery or high voltage system can  
create a risk of electric shock,  
overheating, or fire. If the vehicle  
is damaged from a moderate to  
severe crash, flood, fire, or other  
event, the vehicle should be  
Pedals  
Additionally, the cleaning process of  
the exhaust filter may take place more  
often.  
To ensure the pedal travel is  
uninhibited, there must be no mats in  
the area of the pedals.  
Use only floor mats, which fit properly  
and are fixed by the retainers on the  
driver side.  
Exhaust filter 3 109.  
inspected as soon as possible by  
a workshop. Until the vehicle has  
been inspected, store it outside at  
least 7.5 m from any structure or  
anything that can burn.  
Ignition switch positions  
Turn key:  
 
Driving and operating  
103  
Ignition on power mode without  
starting the engine  
9 Danger  
Press Start/Stop without operating  
clutch or brake pedal. Control  
indicators illuminate and most  
electrical functions are operable.  
Never remove the key from  
ignition switch during driving as  
this will cause steering wheel lock.  
Engine and ignition off  
Power button  
Press Start/Stop briefly in each mode  
or when engine is running and vehicle  
is stationary. Some functions remain  
active until driver's door is opened,  
provided the ignition was on  
previously.  
0 : ignition off: some functions  
remain active until key is  
removed or driver's door is  
opened, provided the ignition was  
on previously  
1 : ignition on power mode: ignition  
is on, diesel engine is preheating,  
control indicators illuminate and  
most electrical functions are  
operable  
2 : engine start: release key after  
engine has been started  
Emergency shut off during driving  
Press Start/Stop for 5 seconds  
3 104. Steering wheel locks as soon  
as vehicle is stationary.  
Steering wheel lock  
The steering wheel lock activates  
automatically when:  
The electronic key or smart access  
device must be inside the vehicle.  
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the vehicle is stationary.  
the ignition has been switched  
off.  
Engine start  
Operate the clutch pedal (manual  
transmission), the brake pedal and  
press Start/Stop.  
Steering wheel lock  
Remove key from ignition switch and  
turn steering wheel until it engages.  
To release steering wheel lock, open  
and close driver's door and switch the  
ignition on power mode or start the  
engine directly.  
104  
Driving and operating  
For unlocking or locking the doors,  
see fault in radio remote control unit  
or electronic key system 3 9.  
9 Warning  
If the vehicle battery is discharged,  
the vehicle must not be towed,  
tow-started or jump-started as the  
steering wheel lock cannot be  
disengaged.  
Starting the engine  
Vehicles with ignition switch  
Smart access  
This function enables the starting of  
the vehicle via a mobile device. The  
vehicle is controlled via an  
application.  
After entering into the vehicle and  
confirming a message, there are  
10 seconds to start the vehicle.  
Hold the electronic key at the marking  
on the steering column cover as  
shown in the illustration.  
On vehicles with manual  
transmission, select neutral gear,  
operate the clutch pedal, the brake  
pedal and press Start/Stop.  
When no message pops up, place the  
smart phone in the designated area.  
On vehicles with automatic  
Turn key to position 1 to release the  
steering wheel lock.  
Manual transmission: operate clutch  
and brake pedal.  
Automatic transmission: operate  
brake pedal and move selector lever  
to P or N.  
Operation in case of failure  
transmission, set the selector lever to  
position P, operate the brake pedal  
and press Start/Stop.  
If either the electronic key fails or the  
battery of the electronic key is weak,  
a message may be displayed in the  
Driver Information Centre.  
This option is intended for  
emergencies only. Replace the  
electronic key battery as soon as  
possible 3 8.  
Do not operate accelerator pedal.  
 
Driving and operating  
105  
Diesel engines: wait until control  
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Manual transmission: select  
neutral gear, operate clutch and  
brake pedal.  
Automatic transmission: operate  
brake pedal and move selector  
lever to P or N.  
Do not operate accelerator pedal.  
Press Start/Stop button.  
Release button after starting  
procedure begins. Diesel engine  
starts after control indicator z  
for preheating extinguishes.  
Emergency shut off during driving  
If the engine needs to be switched off  
during driving in case of emergency,  
press Start/Stop for 5 seconds.  
indicator z extinguishes.  
Turn key briefly to position 2 and  
release after engine has been  
started.  
Manual transmission: during an  
Autostop, the engine can be started  
by depressing the clutch pedal  
3 106.  
Automatic transmission: during an  
Autostop, the engine can be started  
by releasing the brake pedal 3 106.  
9 Danger  
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Switching off the engine during  
driving may cause loss of power  
support for brake and steering  
systems. Assistance systems and  
airbag systems are disabled.  
Lighting and brake lights will  
extinguish. Therefore power down  
the engine and ignition while  
driving only when required in case  
of emergency.  
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Before restarting or to switch off  
the engine when vehicle is  
stationary, press Start/Stop once  
more briefly.  
Vehicles with power button  
To start the engine during an  
Autostop:  
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Manual transmission: during an  
Autostop, the engine can be  
started by depressing the clutch  
pedal 3 106.  
Automatic transmission: during  
an Autostop, the engine can be  
started by releasing the brake  
pedal 3 106.  
106  
Driving and operating  
Depending on driving conditions, the  
overrun cut-off may be deactivated.  
Starting the vehicle at low  
temperatures  
Starting the engine without additional  
heaters is possible down to -25 °С for  
diesel engines and -30 °C for petrol  
engines. Required is an engine oil  
with the correct viscosity, the correct  
fuel, performed services and a  
sufficiently charged vehicle battery.  
With temperatures below -30 °C the  
automatic transmission requires a  
warming phase of approx. 5 minutes.  
The selector lever must be in position  
P.  
Stop-start system  
The stop-start system helps to save  
fuel and to reduce the exhaust  
emissions. When conditions allow, it  
switches off the engine as soon as the  
vehicle is at a low speed or at a  
standstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in a  
traffic jam.  
Activation  
The system is ready to operate when  
the LED in the button D is not  
illuminated. To activate the system  
when the system is deactivated,  
press D.  
If the stop-start system is temporarily  
not available and the button D is  
pressed, the LED in the button  
flashes.  
The stop-start system is available as  
soon as the engine is started, the  
vehicle starts-off and the conditions  
as stated below in this section are  
fulfilled.  
Turbo engine warm-up  
Upon start-up, engine available  
torque may be limited for a short time,  
especially when the engine  
temperature is cold. The limitation is  
to allow the lubrication system to fully  
protect the engine.  
Deactivation  
Deactivate the stop-start system  
manually by pressing D. The  
deactivation is indicated when the  
LED in the button illuminates.  
Overrun cut-off  
The fuel supply is automatically cut off  
during overrun, i.e. when the vehicle  
is driven with a gear engaged but  
accelerator pedal is released.  
 
Driving and operating  
107  
During an Autostop, the heating and  
brake performance will be  
maintained.  
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The self-cleaning function of the  
Autostop  
Vehicles with manual transmission  
Activate an Autostop as follows:  
exhaust filter is not active.  
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The vehicle was driven at least at  
walking speed since the last  
Autostop.  
Conditions for an Autostop  
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Set the selector lever to neutral.  
Release the clutch pedal.  
The stop-start system checks if each  
Otherwise an Autostop will be  
inhibited.  
of the following conditions is fulfilled.  
The engine will be switched off while  
the ignition stays on.  
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The stop-start system is not  
manually deactivated.  
The driver's door is closed or the  
driver's seat belt is fastened.  
The vehicle battery is sufficiently  
charged and in good condition.  
Notice  
Vehicles with automatic transmission  
If the vehicle is at a standstill with  
depressed brake pedal, Autostop is  
activated automatically.  
The engine will be switched off while  
the ignition stays on.  
The Autostop may be inhibited for  
several hours after a battery  
replacement or reconnection.  
Certain settings of the climate control  
system may inhibit an Autostop.  
Climate control 3 93.  
Immediately after higher speed  
driving an Autostop may be inhibited.  
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The engine is warmed up.  
The engine coolant temperature  
is not too high.  
The stop-start system will be disabled  
on steep inclines.  
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The engine exhaust temperature  
is not too high, e.g. after driving  
with high engine load.  
Indication  
New vehicle running-in 3 102.  
Vehicle battery discharge protection  
To ensure reliable engine restarts,  
several vehicle battery discharge  
protection features are implemented  
as part of the stop-start system.  
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The ambient temperature is not  
too low or too high.  
The climate control system  
allows an Autostop.  
The brake vacuum is sufficient.  
An Autostop is indicated by control  
indicator n.  
108  
Driving and operating  
Power saving measures  
Restart of the engine by the stop-  
start system  
The selector lever must be in neutral  
to enable an automatic restart.  
If one of the following conditions  
occurs during an Autostop, the  
engine will be restarted automatically  
by the stop-start system:  
Parking  
During an Autostop, several electrical  
features such as auxiliary electric  
heater or rear window heating are  
disabled or switched to a power  
saving mode. The fan speed of the  
climate control system is reduced to  
save power.  
9 Warning  
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Do not park the vehicle on an  
easily ignitable surface. The  
high temperature of the  
exhaust system could ignite the  
surface.  
Restart of the engine by the driver  
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stop-start system manually  
deactivated  
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Always apply the parking  
Vehicles with manual transmission  
Depress the clutch pedal without  
depressing the brake pedal to restart  
the engine.  
brake.  
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driver's seat belt unfastened and  
driver's door opened  
If the vehicle is on a level  
surface or uphill slope, engage  
first gear or set the selector  
lever to position P. On an uphill  
slope, turn the front wheels  
away from the kerb.  
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engine temperature too low  
charging level of vehicle battery  
below a defined level  
Vehicles with automatic transmission  
The engine is restarted in the  
following cases:  
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brake vacuum not sufficient  
vehicle driven at least at walking  
speed  
If the vehicle is on a downhill  
slope, engage reverse gear or  
set the selector lever to position  
P. Turn the front wheels  
towards the kerb.  
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brake pedal released while the  
selector lever in position D or M  
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climate control system requests  
engine start  
air conditioning manually  
switched on  
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brake pedal released or selector  
lever in position N when selector  
lever is moved to position D or  
M
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Close the windows.  
Switch off the engine.  
Remove the ignition key from  
the ignition switch or switch off  
ignition on vehicles with power  
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selector lever moved to position  
R
If an electrical accessory, e.g. a  
portable CD player, is connected to  
the power outlet, a brief power drop  
during the restart might be noticeable.  
Driving and operating  
109  
In countries with extremely low  
temperatures it may be necessary to  
park the vehicle without applied  
parking brake. Make sure to park the  
vehicle on a level surface.  
button. Turn the steering wheel  
until the steering wheel lock is  
felt to engage.  
Engine exhaust  
9 Danger  
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Lock the vehicle.  
Activate the anti-theft alarm  
system.  
The engine cooling fans may run  
after the engine has been  
switched off 3 186.  
Engine exhaust gases contain  
poisonous carbon monoxide,  
which is colourless and odourless  
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and could be fatal if inhaled.  
If exhaust gases enter the interior  
of the vehicle, open the windows.  
Have the cause of the fault  
rectified by a workshop.  
Caution  
Avoid driving with an open load  
compartment, otherwise exhaust  
gases could enter the vehicle.  
After running at high engine  
speeds or with high engine loads,  
operate the engine briefly at a low  
load or run in neutral for  
approx. 30 seconds before  
switching off, in order to protect  
the turbocharger.  
Exhaust filter  
Automatic cleaning process  
The exhaust filter system filters soot  
particles out of the exhaust gases.  
The start of saturation of the exhaust  
filter is indicated by the temporary  
illumination of t or C,  
accompanied by a message in the  
Driver Information Centre.  
Notice  
In the event of an accident with  
airbag deployment, the engine is  
switched off automatically if the  
vehicle comes to a standstill within a  
certain time.  
 
110  
Driving and operating  
As soon as the traffic conditions  
permit, regenerate the filter by driving  
at a vehicle speed of at least 40 mph  
until the control indicator  
Catalytic converter  
AdBlue  
General information  
The selective catalytic reduction  
(BlueInjection) is a method to  
substantially reduce the nitrogen  
oxides in the exhaust emission. This  
is achieved by injecting a Diesel  
Exhaust Fluid (DEF) into the exhaust  
system. The ammonia released by  
the fluid reacts with nitrous gases  
(NOx) from the exhaust and turns it  
The catalytic converter reduces the  
amount of harmful substances in the  
exhaust gases.  
extinguishes.  
Notice  
Caution  
On a new vehicle, the first exhaust  
filter regeneration operations may  
be accompanied by a burning smell,  
which is normal. Following  
Fuel grades other than those listed  
on pages 3 179, 3 232 could  
damage the catalytic converter or  
electronic components.  
Unburnt petrol will overheat and  
damage the catalytic converter.  
Therefore avoid excessive use of  
the starter, running the fuel tank  
dry and starting the engine by  
pushing or towing.  
prolonged operation of the vehicle at  
very low speed or at idle, water  
vapour can be emitted at the  
exhaust on acceleration. This does  
not affect the behaviour of the  
vehicle or the environment.  
into nitrogen and water.  
The designation of this fluid is  
AdBlue®. It is a non-toxic, non-  
flammable, colourless and odourless  
fluid which consists of 32% urea and  
68% water.  
Cleaning process not possible  
If t or C stays on, accompanied  
by an audible signal and a message,  
this indicates that the exhaust filter  
additive level is too low.  
The reservoir must be topped-up  
without delay. Seek the assistance of  
a workshop.  
In the event of misfiring, uneven  
engine running, a reduction in engine  
performance or other unusual  
problems, have the cause of the fault  
rectified by a workshop as soon as  
possible. In an emergency, driving  
can be continued for a short period,  
keeping vehicle speed and engine  
speed low.  
9 Warning  
Avoid contact of your eyes or skin  
with AdBlue.  
In case of eye or skin contact,  
rinse off with water.  
Driving and operating  
111  
1. The first warning level is entered  
when the estimated AdBlue range  
is between 1500 miles and  
500 miles.  
completely empty. Otherwise, a  
restart of the engine will not be  
possible.  
Caution  
Avoid contact of the paintwork with  
AdBlue.  
In case of contact, rinse off with  
4. The last warning level is entered  
when the AdBlue tank is empty.  
Restart of the engine is not  
possible.  
When switching on the ignition,  
this warning will show up once  
briefly with the calculated range.  
Additionally, control indicator u  
will illuminate and a chime will  
sound. Driving is possible without  
any restrictions.  
water.  
A message appears in the Driver  
Information Centre. Additionally,  
control indicator u will flash and  
a chime will sound.  
Refill the tank to a level of at least  
5 l of AdBlue, otherwise restarting  
of the engine is not possible.  
AdBlue freezes at a temperature of  
approx. -11 °C. As the vehicle is  
equipped with an AdBlue pre-heater,  
the emissions reduction at low  
temperatures is ensured. The AdBlue  
pre-heater works automatically.  
2. The next warning level is entered  
when the estimated AdBlue range  
is below 500 miles. The message  
with the current range will always  
be displayed when ignition is  
Notice  
Frozen and again liquefied AdBlue is  
usable without quality loss.  
High emission warnings  
switched on. Additionally, control  
indicator u will flash and a chime  
will sound. Refill AdBlue before  
entering the next warning level.  
In the event of a fault with the  
emissions control system, different  
messages are displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
The messages and the restrictions  
are a legal requirement. The warning  
messages are accompanied by the  
control indicators u, C and W.  
Additionally, a chime will sound.  
The typical AdBlue consumption is  
approx. 0.85 l per 600 miles, but can  
also be higher depending on driving  
behaviour (e.g. high load or towing).  
3. The next warning level is entered  
with a range below 60 miles. The  
message with the current range  
will always be displayed when  
ignition is switched on.  
Level warnings  
Depending on the calculated range of  
AdBlue, different messages are  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre. The messages and the  
restrictions are a legal requirement.  
Additionally, control indicator u  
will flash and a chime will sound.  
Refill AdBlue as soon as possible  
before the AdBlue tank is  
Follow the instructions of the warning  
messages. If starting is prevented,  
seek the assistance of a workshop.  
112  
Driving and operating  
Since AdBlue has a limited  
durability, check the date of expiry  
before refilling.  
Notice  
Refilling AdBlue  
Caution  
When unscrewing the protective cap  
from the filler neck, ammonia fumes  
may emerge. Do not inhale as the  
fumes have a pungent smell. The  
fumes are not harmful by inhalation.  
Notice  
Only use AdBlue that complies  
with European standards  
DIN 70 070 and ISO 22241-1.  
Do not use additives.  
Do not dilute AdBlue.  
Otherwise the selective catalytic  
reduction system could be  
damaged.  
Refill the tank to a level of at least  
5 l to ensure that the new AdBlue  
level is being detected.  
The AdBlue tank should be filled  
completely. This must be done if the  
warning message regarding  
prevention of an engine restart is  
already displayed.  
The vehicle must be parked on a level  
surface.  
The filler neck for AdBlue is located  
behind the fuel filler flap.  
The fuel filler flap can only be opened  
if the vehicle is unlocked.  
In case AdBlue refill is not  
successfully detected:  
1. Continuously drive the vehicle  
for 10 min making sure that  
vehicle speed is always higher  
than 12 mph.  
2. If AdBlue refill is detected  
successfully, AdBlue supply-  
driven warnings or limitations will  
disappear.  
Notice  
Whenever a filling pump with a  
nozzle for passenger cars is not  
available at a filling station, use only  
AdBlue bottles or canisters with a  
sealed refill adapter for refilling, to  
prevent splashback and overspill,  
and in order to ensure that the fumes  
from the tank are captured and do  
not emerge. AdBlue in bottles or  
canisters is available in many filling  
stations and can be purchased e.g.  
at Vauxhall dealers and other retail  
outlets.  
If AdBlue refill is still not detected,  
seek the assistance of a workshop.  
1. Switch off the ignition.  
2. Close all doors to avoid ammonia  
fumes entering the interior of the  
vehicle.  
If AdBlue must be refilled at  
temperatures below -11 °C, the  
refilling of AdBlue may not be  
detected by the system. In this  
event, park the vehicle in a space  
with a higher ambient temperature  
until AdBlue is liquified.  
3. Release the fuel filler flap by  
pushing the flap 3 181.  
Driving and operating  
113  
Notice  
Electric drive unit  
Operation  
The vehicle uses an electric drive unit  
with a 1-gear transmission. The  
selector lever is located on the centre  
console between the seats.  
Dispose of AdBlue canister  
according to environmental  
requirements. Hose can be reused  
after flushing with clear water before  
AdBlue dries out.  
4. Unscrew protective cap from the  
filler neck.  
5. Open AdBlue canister.  
6. Mount one end of the hose on the  
canister and screw the other end  
on the filler neck.  
7. Lift the canister until it is empty, or  
until the flow from the canister has  
stopped.  
8. Place the canister on the ground  
to empty the hose, wait  
15 seconds.  
P : park position, wheels are locked,  
engage only when the vehicle is  
stationary  
R : reverse gear, engage only when  
the vehicle is stationary  
9. Unscrew the hose from the filler  
N : neutral  
D : drive mode, low recuperation  
B : regenerative braking  
neck.  
10. Mount the protective cap and turn  
clockwise until it engages.  
 
114  
Driving and operating  
The selector lever always starts from  
a centre position. The selected gear  
is indicated in the instrument cluster.  
After releasing the selector lever, it  
will return to the centre position.  
P: This position locks the front  
wheels. It is the recommended  
position when starting the propulsion  
system because the vehicle cannot  
move easily.  
The UNLOCK button is designed to  
prevent inadvertent shifting out of P  
unless the vehicle has been started,  
the brake pedal is depressed, and the  
release button is pressed.  
When the vehicle is stopped, press  
START/STOP to switch off the  
vehicle. The electric drive unit will  
shift to P automatically.  
The vehicle will not shift into P if it is  
moving too fast. Stop the vehicle and  
shift into P.  
To shift into P, press the P button on  
the selector lever.  
Caution  
Shifting into R while the vehicle is  
moving forward could damage the  
electric drive unit. Only shift into  
R after the vehicle has been  
stopped.  
N: In this position, the propulsion  
system does not transfer torque to the  
wheels. To restart the propulsion  
system when the vehicle is already  
moving, use D only.  
The vehicle is not designed to stay in  
N for extended periods of time. It will  
automatically shift into P.  
9 Warning  
It is dangerous to get out of the  
vehicle if the selector lever is not  
fully in P with the parking brake  
firmly applied. The vehicle can roll.  
Do not leave the vehicle when the  
propulsion system is running, the  
vehicle may move suddenly. You  
or others can be injured. To be  
sure the vehicle will not move,  
even if you are on even ground,  
always apply the parking brake  
and move the selector lever to P.  
To shift out of P:  
1. Depress the brake pedal and  
D: This position is for normal driving.  
press the UNLOCK button.  
2. Shift into the desired gear.  
R: Use this gear to reverse.  
To shift into and out of R:  
Caution  
If the vehicle seems to accelerate  
slowly or not respond when you try  
to go faster, do not continue your  
journey. The electric drive unit  
could be damaged. Consult a  
workshop as soon as possible.  
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete  
stop.  
2. To shift into R, press the release  
button and move the selector  
lever forward.  
To shift out of R, shift into the  
desired gear.  
Driving and operating  
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Notice  
R indicates reverse gear.  
N indicates neutral position.  
P indicates park position.  
Automatic transmission  
The automatic transmission permits  
automatic gearshifting (automatic  
mode) or manual gearshifting  
(manual mode).  
In slippery conditions, operate the  
vehicle in D for enhanced riding and  
handling performance.  
B: This position reduces vehicle  
speed without using the brakes. Use  
B when driving down steep hills, in  
deep snow, in mud or in stop-and-go  
traffic.  
Gear selection  
There are two different automatic  
transmissions available with 6 or 8  
gears, each of them has a different  
type of selector lever.  
Manual mode 3 116.  
Transmission display  
Regenerative braking 3 124.  
Caution  
Spinning the tyres or holding the  
vehicle in one place on a hill using  
only the accelerator pedal may  
damage the electric drive unit. If  
you are stuck, do not spin the  
tyres. When stopping on a hill, use  
the brakes to hold the vehicle in  
place.  
The mode or selected gear is shown  
in the Driver Information Centre.  
6-gear automatic transmission  
In automatic mode, the driving  
programme is indicated by D.  
In manual mode, M and the number  
of the selected gear is indicated.  
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Driving and operating  
press UNLOCK if necessary and  
move the selector lever to the desired  
mode.  
The engine can only be started with  
the selector lever in P or N. When  
position N is selected, press the brake  
pedal or apply the parking brake  
before starting.  
Rocking the vehicle  
Rocking the vehicle is only  
permissible if the vehicle is stuck in  
sand, mud or snow. Move the selector  
lever between D and R in a repeat  
pattern. Do not race the engine and  
avoid sudden acceleration.  
Parking  
Before engaging the reverse gear,  
come to a total stop. Apply the brake  
pedal, press UNLOCK if necessary  
and move the selector lever to R.  
Do not accelerate while engaging a  
gear. Never depress the accelerator  
pedal and brake pedal at the same  
time.  
Apply the parking brake and press P.  
Manual mode  
8-gear automatic transmission  
Move the selector lever or press the  
respective buttons.  
Manual mode M can be activated  
from position D in each driving  
situation and speed.  
P : park position, front wheels are  
locked, engage only when the  
vehicle is stationary and the  
parking brake is applied  
R : reverse gear, engage only when  
the vehicle is stationary  
N : neutral  
The selected gear is indicated in the  
When a gear is engaged, the vehicle  
slowly begins to creep when the  
brake is released.  
instrument cluster.  
If a higher gear is selected when  
vehicle speed is too low, or a lower  
gear when vehicle speed is too high,  
the shift is not executed. This can  
cause a message in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
Engine braking  
To utilise the engine braking effect,  
select a lower gear in good time when  
driving downhill.  
D : automatic mode  
M : manual mode  
In manual mode, no automatic  
shifting to a higher gear takes place  
at high engine revolutions.  
Manual mode 3 116.  
The selector lever is locked in P.  
Before unlocking, ensure that the  
ignition is on. Apply the brake pedal,  
 
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Gear shift indication  
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6-gear automatic transmission  
8-gear automatic transmission  
The symbol Y or Z with a number  
beside it is indicated when  
gearshifting is recommended for fuel  
saving reasons.  
Shift indication appears only in  
manual mode.  
Electronic driving  
programmes  
Following a cold start, the operating  
temperature programme increases  
engine speed to quickly bring the  
catalytic converter to the required  
temperature.  
Special programmes automatically  
adapt the shifting points when driving  
up inclines or down hills.  
In snowy or icy conditions or on other  
slippery surfaces, the electronic  
transmission control enables the  
driver to select manually first, second  
or third gear for starting off.  
Move selector lever out of position D  
towards the left in position M.  
Move selector lever to the front + to  
shift to a higher gear.  
Move selector lever to the rear - to  
shift to a lower gear.  
Press button M.  
Pull steering wheel paddles to select  
gears manually.  
Pull right paddle + to shift to a higher  
gear.  
Pull left paddle - to shift to a lower  
gear.  
Multiple pulls allow gears to be  
skipped.  
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Driving and operating  
Kickdown  
Pressing down the accelerator pedal  
beyond the kickdown detent will lead  
to maximum acceleration  
independent of selected driving  
mode. The transmission shifts to a  
lower gear depending on engine  
speed.  
Interruption of power supply  
Manual transmission  
In the event of an interruption of  
power supply, the selector lever  
cannot be moved out of the P  
position.  
Towing the vehicle 3 218.  
If the vehicle battery is discharged,  
start the vehicle using jump leads  
3 216.  
If the vehicle battery is not the cause  
of the fault, seek the assistance of a  
workshop.  
Fault  
In the event of a fault, C illuminates  
a message is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
Vehicle messages 3 79.  
To engage reverse on 5-speed  
transmission, depress the clutch  
pedal and move the selector lever to  
the right and rear.  
Electronic transmission control  
enables only third gear. The  
transmission no longer shifts  
automatically.  
Do not drive faster than 62 mph.  
Have the cause of the fault remedied  
by a workshop.  
Driving and operating  
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When clutch slip is detected for a  
specific time, the engine power will be  
reduced. A warning is displayed in the  
Driver Information Centre. Release  
the clutch.  
Drive systems  
Drive modes  
Following drive modes are selectable:  
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●
●
Normal mode  
Sport mode  
Eco mode  
Caution  
It is not advisable to drive with the  
hand resting on the selector lever.  
Each drive mode corresponds to a  
different vehicle setting.  
Gear shift indication 3 71.  
Stop-start system 3 106.  
To engage reverse on 6-speed  
transmission, depress the clutch  
pedal, pull the ring under the selector  
lever and move the selector lever  
quite to the left and front.  
If the gear does not engage, set the  
selector lever to neutral, release the  
clutch pedal and depress again. Then  
repeat gear selection.  
Do not slip the clutch unnecessarily.  
When operating, depress the clutch  
pedal completely. Do not use the  
pedal as a foot rest.  
To select the respective drive mode,  
use the shown toggle switch.  
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Driving and operating  
Electric vehicle: To optimise range,  
electric engine power output is  
reduced and heating is switched off.  
Normal mode  
The settings in this mode are set by  
default. Everytime the ignition is  
switched on, this mode is selected.  
Electric vehicle: To optimise range,  
electric engine power output is  
reduced.  
Brakes  
Antilock brake system  
Antilock brake system (ABS)  
prevents the wheels from locking.  
ABS starts to regulate brake pressure  
as soon as a wheel shows a tendency  
to lock. The vehicle remains  
Sport mode  
steerable, even during hard braking.  
The settings in this mode allow more  
dynamic driving. The vehicle's  
dynamic parameters can be  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
Electric vehicle: This mode allows  
maximum electric engine power  
output.  
ABS control is made apparent  
through a pulse in the brake pedal  
and the noise of the regulation  
process.  
For optimum braking, keep the brake  
pedal fully depressed throughout the  
braking process, despite the fact that  
the pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce  
the pressure on the pedal.  
When braking in an emergency, the  
hazard warning flashers are switched  
on automatically depending on the  
force of deceleration. They are  
switched off automatically the first  
time you accelerate.  
Eco mode  
Reduces fuel consumption by  
optimising the operation of the  
heating and air conditioning and,  
depending on version, the accelerator  
pedal, the automatic transmission  
and the gear shifting indicator.  
After starting off, the system performs  
a self-test which may be audible.  
While coasting the vehicle, the engine  
is idling with reduced engine brake.  
Driving and operating  
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Parking brake  
9 Warning  
9 Warning  
Always apply parking brake firmly  
without operating the release  
button, and apply as firmly as  
possible on a downhill or uphill  
slope.  
To release the parking brake, pull  
the lever up slightly, press the  
release button and fully lower the  
lever.  
Before leaving the vehicle, check  
parking brake status. Control  
indicator j illuminate constantly  
when electric parking brake is  
applied.  
Control indicator i 3 71.  
Fault  
Manual parking brake  
9 Warning  
To reduce the operating forces of  
the parking brake, depress the  
foot brake at the same time.  
If there is a fault in the ABS, the  
wheels may be liable to lock due  
to braking that is heavier than  
normal. The advantages of ABS  
are no longer available. During  
hard braking, the vehicle can no  
longer be steered and may  
swerve.  
Control indicator h 3 70.  
Have the cause of the fault remedied  
by a workshop.  
 
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Driving and operating  
The electric parking brake can always  
be activated, even if the ignition is off.  
Do not operate electric parking brake  
system too often without engine  
running as this will discharge the  
vehicle battery.  
parking brake is activated. It is not  
possible when switch j is pulled at  
the same time.  
Electric parking brake  
Braking when vehicle is moving  
When the vehicle is moving and the  
switch j is kept pulled, the electric  
parking brake system will decelerate  
the vehicle. As soon as the switch  
j is released, braking will be  
stopped.  
Releasing  
Switch on ignition. Keep foot brake  
pedal depressed and then push  
switch j.  
The antilock brake system and the  
Electronic Stability Control stabilise  
the vehicle while the switch j is kept  
pulled. If an error of the electric  
parking brake occurs, a warning  
message is displayed in the driver  
information centre. If the antilock  
brake system and the Electronic  
Stability Control fail, one or both  
indicators i and J illuminate in the  
instrument cluster. In this case,  
stability can only be provided by  
repeatedly pulling and pushing the  
switch j until the vehicle is  
Drive away function  
Vehicles with manual transmission:  
Depressing the clutch pedal and then  
slightly releasing the clutch pedal and  
slightly depressing the accelerator  
pedal releases the electric parking  
brake automatically. This is only  
possible if the automatic operation of  
the electric parking brake is activated.  
It is not possible when switch j is  
pulled at the same time.  
Applying when vehicle is stationary  
9 Warning  
Pull switch m for a minimum of  
1 second until control indicator m  
illuminates constantly and electric  
parking brake is applied 3 70. The  
electric parking brake operates  
automatically with adequate force.  
Before leaving the vehicle, check  
the electric parking brake status.  
Control indicator m 3 70.  
Vehicles with automatic transmission:  
Engaging R, D or M and then  
depressing the accelerator pedal  
releases the electric parking brake  
automatically. This is only possible if  
the automatic operation of the electric  
immobilised.  
Driving and operating  
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Automatic operation  
If the vehicle is equipped with an  
automatic transmission and the brake  
is not released automatically, make  
sure the front doors are correctly  
closed.  
Deactivation of automatic operation  
1. Start the engine.  
2. If the parking brake is released,  
apply the parking brake pulling the  
switch j.  
Functionality check  
Automatic operation includes  
automatic application and automatic  
release of the electric parking brake.  
When the vehicle is not moving, the  
electric parking brake might be  
applied automatically. This is done to  
check the system.  
The electric parking brake can also be  
applied or released manually by using  
the switch j.  
Fault  
Failure mode of electric parking brake  
is indicated by a control indicator  
k and by a vehicle message which  
is displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
Automatic application:  
●
The electric parking brake is  
automatically applied when the  
vehicle is stationary and the  
ignition is switched off.  
3. Take your foot off the brake pedal.  
4. Press the switch j for at least  
10 seconds and maximum  
15 seconds.  
5. Release the switch j.  
6. Press and hold the brake pedal.  
7. Pull the switch j for 2 seconds.  
The deactivation of the automatic  
operation of the electric parking brake  
is confirmed by o illuminating in the  
instrument cluster 3 70. The electric  
parking brake can only be applied and  
released manually.  
To reactivate the automatic  
operation, repeat the steps described  
above.  
Vehicle messages 3 79.  
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j illuminates in the instrument  
cluster and a display message  
pops up to confirm the  
application.  
Control indicator j flashes: electric  
parking brake is not fully applied or  
released. When continuously  
flashing, release electric parking  
brake and retry applying.  
Automatic release:  
●
Parking brake releases  
automatically after moving off.  
Brake assist  
●
j extinguishes in the  
instrument cluster and a display  
message pops up to confirm the  
release.  
If brake pedal is depressed quickly  
and forcefully, maximum brake force  
is automatically applied.  
Operation of brake assist might  
become apparent by a pulse in the  
brake pedal and a greater resistance  
when depressing the brake pedal.  
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Driving and operating  
Maintain steady pressure on the  
brake pedal as long as full braking is  
required. Maximum brake force is  
automatically reduced when brake  
pedal is released.  
Ride control systems  
Electronic Stability Control  
and Traction Control system  
Electronic Stability Control improves  
driving stability when necessary,  
regardless of the type of road surface  
or tyre grip.  
Hill start assist  
The system helps prevent unintended  
movement when driving away on  
inclines.  
As soon as the vehicle starts to  
swerve (understeer / oversteer),  
engine output is reduced and the  
wheels are braked individually.  
Electronic Stability Control operates  
in combination with the Traction  
Control system. It prevents the driven  
wheels from spinning.  
The Traction Control system is a  
component of the Electronic Stability  
Control.  
The Traction Control system  
improves driving stability when  
necessary, regardless of the type of  
road surface or tyre grip, by  
preventing the driven wheels from  
spinning.  
When releasing the brake pedal after  
stopping on an incline, brakes remain  
on for further 2 seconds. The brakes  
release automatically as soon as the  
vehicle begins to accelerate.  
To shift into B, push the selector lever  
from D backwards.  
To shift out of B, push the selector  
lever from D backwards again.  
Electric drive unit 3 113.  
Regenerative braking  
Regenerative braking generates  
electrical energy resulting from  
engine braking to charge the high  
voltage battery. Regenerative power  
may be limited when the high voltage  
battery is fully charged.  
If the selector lever is in B, energy is  
regenerated when the accelerator  
pedal is lifted.  
B can only be activated if the selector  
lever is in D.  
 
Driving and operating  
Fault  
If there is a fault in the system, the  
control indicator J illuminates  
continuously, a message appears in  
the Driver Information Centre and a  
warning chime sounds. The system is  
not operational.  
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As soon as the driven wheels starts to  
spin, engine output is reduced and  
the wheel spinning the most is braked  
individually. This considerably  
improves the driving stability of the  
vehicle on slippery road surfaces.  
9 Warning  
Do not let this special safety  
feature tempt you into taking risks  
when driving.  
Adapt speed to the road  
conditions.  
Have the cause of the fault remedied  
by a workshop.  
Control indicator b 3 71.  
Deactivation  
The Traction Control system can be  
deactivated in the Info Display.  
Sport mode  
Electronic Stability Control and the  
Traction Control system are  
operational after each engine start as  
soon as the control indicator J  
extinguishes.  
When Electronic Stability Control or  
the Traction Control system operates,  
J flashes.  
On some occasions, e.g. after  
disconnecting the vehicle battery, the  
control indicator J may illuminate  
during some seconds accompanied  
by a message in the Driver  
Information Centre. This may be  
caused by the reset of the steering  
angle sensor.  
Info Display 3 76.  
Deactivation is confirmed by a  
message in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
Electronic Stability Control and the  
Traction Control system are  
reactivated everytime the ignition has  
been switched on again or in the case  
that the vehicle is driven faster than  
30 mph. It can also be reactivated via  
the Info Display.  
K extinguishes when the Electronic  
Stability Control and the Traction  
Control system are reactivated.  
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Driving and operating  
Sport mode adapts the settings of  
some vehicle systems to a sportier  
driving style:  
Deviations from the stored speeds  
may occur when driving uphill or  
downhill.  
The system maintains the vehicle  
speed at the preset speed by the  
driver, without any action on the  
accelerator pedal.  
The preset speed can be exceeded  
temporarily by pressing the  
accelerator pedal firmly.  
The status and preset speed is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
Driver assistance  
systems  
●
The engine reacts more quickly  
to accelerator pedal changes.  
9 Warning  
●
Steering support is sportier.  
Driver assistance systems are  
developed to support the driver  
and not to replace the driver's  
attention.  
The driver accepts full  
responsibility when driving the  
vehicle.  
When using driver assistance  
systems, always take care  
regarding the current traffic  
situation.  
Activation  
Press SPORT when engine is  
running.  
The LED in the button illuminates  
when sport mode is active.  
Deactivation  
Briefly press SPORT. The LED in the  
button extinguishes when sport mode  
is deactivated.  
Do not use the cruise control if it is not  
advisable to maintain a constant  
speed.  
Cruise control  
The cruise control can store and  
maintain speeds above 25 mph.  
Additionally, at least the third gear  
must be engaged on some manual  
transmissions. On automatic  
transmission, position D or the  
second or a higher gear in position  
M must be selected.  
 
Driving and operating  
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Accelerate to the desired speed and  
move thumb wheel once briefly to  
SET/-. The current speed is stored  
and maintained. Accelerator pedal  
can be released.  
Switching on the system  
The preset speed can then be  
changed by moving thumb wheel to  
RES/+ to increase or SET/- to  
decrease the speed. Move thumb  
wheel repeatedly to change speed in  
small steps, move and hold to change  
speed in large steps.  
Activation of the functionality  
Setting speed by the driver  
Press v.  
Symbol v and a message are  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre. The system is still not active.  
Speed value is indicated in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
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Driving and operating  
Adopting speed by the speed limit  
recognition  
The function can be deactivated or  
activated in the vehicle  
●
●
The selector lever is in N  
(automatic transmission) or the  
first or second gear (on some  
manual transmissions) is  
engaged.  
Immediately after the clutch  
pedal has been depressed or a  
few seconds after the clutch  
pedal has been depressed  
(depending on the manual  
transmission).  
personalisation 3 80.  
The intelligent speed adaptation  
informs the driver when a speed limit  
is detected by the speed limit  
recognition. The detected speed limit  
can be used as new value for the  
cruise control.  
Exceeding the set speed  
Vehicle speed can be increased by  
depressing the accelerator pedal.  
When the accelerator pedal is  
released, the previously stored speed  
is resumed.  
Using the camera at the top of the  
windscreen, this system detects and  
reads speed limit and end of speed  
limit signs.  
Deactivation of the functionality  
Resume stored speed  
Move thumb wheel to RES/+ at a  
speed above 25 mph. The stored  
speed will be obtained.  
With active cruise control the  
Press i, cruise control is in pause  
mode and a message is displayed.  
The vehicle is driven without cruise  
control.  
Cruise control is deactivated, but not  
switched off. Last stored speed  
remains in memory for later speed  
resume.  
recognised speed limit will be  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre and MEM illuminates if the  
difference between set speed and  
speed limit is more than 6 mph.  
Switching off the system  
Press MEM on the steering wheel to  
request saving of the suggested  
speed.  
Press MEM on the steering wheel  
once more to confirm and save the  
new speed setting.  
Press v, the cruise control mode is  
deselected and the cruise control  
indication extinguishes in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
Pressing 5 to activate the speed  
limiter deactivates cruise control.  
Cruise control is deactivated  
automatically in the following cases:  
●
●
●
The brake pedal is depressed.  
Vehicle speed is below 25 mph.  
The traction control system or  
electronic stability control is  
operating.  
This speed is the new value for the  
cruise control.  
Switching off the ignition cancels any  
programmed speed value.  
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Fault  
Switching on the system  
Activation of the functionality  
Setting speed by the driver  
In the event of a cruise control fault,  
the speed is cleared resulting in  
flashing of the dashes.  
The speed limit recognition may not  
operate correctly if traffic signs do not  
comply with the Vienna Convention  
on Road Signs and Signals.  
Speed limiter  
The speed limiter prevents the  
vehicle from exceeding a preset  
maximum speed.  
The maximum speed can be set at  
speeds above 18 mph.  
The driver can accelerate the vehicle  
up to the preset speed. Deviations  
from the limited speed may occur  
when driving downhill.  
Press 5.  
5 and a message are displayed in  
the Driver Information Centre. The  
system is still not active.  
The preset maximum speed can be  
set by pressing thumb wheel to  
RES/+ to increase or SET/- to  
decrease the desired maximum  
speed. Move thumb wheel repeatedly  
to change speed in small steps, move  
and hold to change speed in large  
steps.  
The preset speed can be exceeded  
temporarily by pressing the  
accelerator pedal firmly.  
The status and preset speed limit are  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
 
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Driving and operating  
Adopting speed by the speed limit  
recognition  
The function can be activated or  
deactivated in the vehicle  
personalisation 3 80.  
The intelligent speed adaptation  
informs the driver when a speed limit  
is detected by the speed limit  
recognition. The detected speed limit  
can be used as new value for the  
speed limiter.  
Exceeding the speed limit  
In the event of an emergency, it is  
possible to exceed the speed limit by  
depressing the accelerator pedal  
firmly to the final point. In this case,  
the preset speed value flashes.  
Using the camera at the top of the  
windscreen, this system detects and  
reads speed limit and end of speed  
limit signs.  
If the speed limiter is active, the  
recognised speed limit will be  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre and MEM illuminates if the  
difference between set speed and  
speed limit is more than 6 mph.  
Press MEM on the steering wheel to  
request saving of the suggested  
speed limit.  
Press MEM on the steering wheel  
once more to confirm and save the  
new speed setting.  
Release the accelerator pedal and  
the speed limiter function is  
Speed value is indicated in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
reactivated once a speed lower than  
the limit speed is obtained.  
Deactivation of the functionality  
Press i, speed limiter is in pause  
mode and a message is displayed.  
The vehicle is driven without speed  
limiter.  
Speed limiter is deactivated, but not  
switched off. Last stored speed  
remains in memory for later speed  
resume.  
This speed is the new value for the  
speed limiter.  
Resume limit speed  
Press i to activate speed limiter.  
Press i, the stored speed limit will  
be obtained.  
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adaptive cruise control allows the  
vehicle to temporarily approach the  
vehicle ahead to help passing it.  
However, the set speed will never be  
exceeded.  
The adaptive cruise control can store  
set speeds over 25 mph for manual  
transmission. If the vehicle ahead is  
moving too slowly and the selected  
following distance cannot be  
maintained anymore, a warning  
chime is given and a message is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre. The message prompts the  
driver to take back control of the  
vehicle. On vehicles with automatic  
transmission, the system can brake  
the vehicle until a full stop.  
Switching off the system  
Press 5, the speed limiter mode is  
deselected and the speed limit  
indication extinguishes in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
Pressing v to activate cruise control  
deactivates speed limiter.  
The preset speed remains in the  
memory when the ignition is switched  
off.  
It uses radar and camera sensors to  
detect the vehicles ahead. If no  
vehicle is detected in the driving path,  
the adaptive cruise control will  
behave like a conventional cruise  
control.  
Fault  
The adaptive cruise control  
In the event of a speed limiter fault,  
the speed is cleared resulting in  
flashing of the dashes.  
The speed limit recognition may not  
operate correctly if traffic signs do not  
comply with the Vienna Convention  
on Road Signs and Signals.  
automatically decelerates the vehicle  
when approaching a slower moving  
vehicle. It then adjusts the vehicle  
speed to follow the vehicle ahead at  
the selected following distance. The  
vehicle speed increases or decreases  
to follow the vehicle ahead, but will  
not exceed the set speed. It may  
apply limited braking with activated  
brake lights.  
9 Warning  
The complete driver attention is  
always required while driving with  
adaptive cruise control. The driver  
stays fully in control of the vehicle  
because the brake pedal, the  
accelerator pedal and the button  
Ñ have priority over any adaptive  
cruise control operation.  
Adaptive cruise control  
The adaptive cruise control is an  
enhancement of the cruise control  
with the additional feature of  
maintaining a certain following  
distance to the vehicle ahead.  
If the vehicle ahead accelerates or  
changes lane, the adaptive cruise  
control progressively accelerates the  
vehicle to return to the stored set  
speed. If the driver operates the turn  
lights to overtake a slower vehicle, the  
 
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Driving and operating  
Switching on the system  
The speed value is indicated in the  
Driver Information Centre.  
Activation of the functionality  
Press w.  
Setting speed by the driver  
The preset speed can then be  
changed by moving thumb wheel to  
RES/+ to increase or SET/- to  
decrease the speed. Move thumb  
wheel repeatedly to change speed in  
small steps, move and hold to change  
speed in large steps.  
w is indicated in the Driver  
Information Centre. The system is still  
not active.  
The adaptive cruise control has to be  
switched on manually at a speed  
between 25 mph and 112 mph. For  
vehicles with automatic transmission,  
the automatic selector lever must be  
in position D or M.  
Accelerate to the desired speed and  
move the thumb wheel to SET/-. The  
current speed is stored and  
maintained.  
When the adaptive cruise control is  
operating, the stop-start system is  
automatically deactivated.  
Driving and operating  
Resuming stored speed  
Move the thumb wheel to RES/+ at a  
speed above 25 mph. The adaptive  
cruise control is activated with the  
stored set speed.  
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Adopting speed by the speed limit  
recognition  
The function can be activated or  
deactivated in the vehicle  
personalisation 3 80.  
The intelligent speed adaptation  
informs the driver when a speed limit  
is detected by the speed limit  
recognition. The detected speed limit  
can be taken over as new set speed  
for the adaptive cruise control.  
Overriding set speed  
It is always possible to drive faster  
than the selected set speed by  
depressing the accelerator pedal.  
When the accelerator pedal is  
released, the vehicle returns to the  
stored speed. If a slower moving  
vehicle is ahead, the following  
distance selected by the driver is  
restored.  
Adaptive cruise control on  
vehicles with automatic  
transmission  
Using the camera at the top of the  
windscreen, this system detects and  
reads speed limit and end of speed  
limit signs.  
If the adaptive cruise control is active,  
the recognised speed limit will be  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre and MEM illuminates if the  
difference between set speed and  
speed limit is more than 6 mph.  
Press MEM on the steering wheel to  
request saving of the suggested  
speed.  
Press MEM on the steering wheel  
once more to confirm and save the  
new speed setting.  
For vehicles with automatic  
transmission, adaptive cruise control  
allows to maintain the selected  
distance behind a braking vehicle  
until a complete stop is reached.  
If the set speed is exceeded, the  
indicated speed setting disappears  
and a warning message is displayed.  
If the system has stopped your  
vehicle behind another vehicle, then  
the set speed is replaced by a green  
control indicator .. This symbol  
notifies, that the vehicle is hold  
automatically in stop position.  
When the vehicle ahead drives away  
within some seconds and the traffic  
conditions allow a restart of the  
vehicle, then active cruise control is  
resumed automatically.  
9 Warning  
Accelerating by the driver  
deactivates automatic braking by  
the system. This is indicated as a  
pop-up warning in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
This speed limit is now the new set  
speed of the adaptive cruise control.  
If the stopped vehicle ahead was  
stopped for a longer time and then  
begins to move forward, the green  
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control indicator . will flash and a  
warning chime will sound as a  
reminder to check traffic before  
resuming.  
When the vehicle ahead drives away,  
depress the accelerator pedal or  
press i to resume adaptive cruise  
control.  
If the vehicle stays stopped for more  
than 5 minutes or if the driver's door  
is opened and the driver's seat belt is  
unfastened, then the electric parking  
brake is applied automatically to hold  
the vehicle. Control indicator j will  
illuminate. To release electric parking  
brake, press the accelerator pedal.  
The selected following distance is  
indicated by full bars in the adaptive  
cruise control page.  
Do not leave the vehicle while it is  
being held at a stop by adaptive  
cruise control. Always move  
selector lever to park position P  
and switch off the ignition before  
leaving the vehicle.  
9 Warning  
The driver accepts full  
responsibility for the appropriate  
following distance based on traffic,  
weather and visibility conditions.  
Following distance must be  
adjusted or the system switched  
off when required by the prevailing  
conditions.  
Setting the following distance  
When adaptive cruise control detects  
a slower moving vehicle in the driving  
path, it will adjust the vehicle speed to  
maintain the following distance  
selected by the driver.  
The following distance can be set to  
close (1 bar), normal (2 bars) or far (3  
bars).  
If the engine is running and the  
adaptive cruise control is enabled  
(grey) or avtive (green), you can  
modify the following distance setting:  
Press V, the current setting is  
shown in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
Detecting the vehicle ahead  
If the system detects a vehicle in the  
driving path, the adaptive cruise  
control symbol displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre changes from -  
to w.  
Electric parking brake 3 121.  
9 Warning  
When the system is deactivated or  
cancelled, the vehicle will no  
longer be held at a stop and can  
start moving. Be always prepared  
to manually apply the brake to hold  
the vehicle stationary.  
Press V again to change the  
following distance: The new setting is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
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Switching off the system  
Press w, the adaptive cruise control  
mode is disabled and the adaptive  
cruise control indication extinguishes  
in the Driver Information Centre.  
Pressing 5 to activate the speed  
limiter deactivates adaptive cruise  
control.  
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The adaptive cruise control is  
deactivated automatically in the  
following cases:  
Deactivation of the functionality  
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The brake pedal is depressed.  
The vehicle accelerates above  
112 mph (manual and automatic  
transmission) or slows down  
below 25 mph (manual  
transmission).  
Switching off the ignition deletes the  
stored set speed.  
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The electric parking brake is  
applied.  
The traction control system or  
electronic stability control is  
deactivated or operating.  
Driver's attention  
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Use the adaptive cruise control  
carefully on bends or mountain  
roads, as it can lose the vehicle  
ahead and needs time to detect it  
again.  
Press i, the adaptive cruise control  
is in pause mode and a message is  
displayed. The vehicle is driven  
without adaptive cruise control.  
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The selector lever of automatic  
transmissions is neither in D nor  
in M.  
A fault is detected in the  
electronic stability control or the  
radar system.  
Immediately after the clutch  
pedal has been depressed or a  
few seconds after the clutch  
pedal has been depressed  
(depending on the manual  
transmission).  
The adaptive cruise control is  
deactivated, but not disabled. The  
last stored set speed remains in  
memory for later usage.  
Do not use the system on  
slippery roads as it can create  
rapid changes in tyre traction  
(wheel spinning), so that you  
could lose control of the vehicle.  
Do not use the adaptive cruise  
control during rain, snow or  
heavy dirt, as the radar sensor  
can be covered by a water film,  
dust, ice or snow. This reduces or  
suppresses completely the  
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The adaptive cruise control  
considers stopped vehicles only  
at low speed.  
Do not use the adaptive cruise  
control when towing a trailer.  
Do not use the adaptive cruise  
control on roads with an incline of  
more than 10%.  
The adaptive cruise control calculates  
a predicted path based on the  
blockage, clean the sensor  
cover.  
centrifugal force. This predicted path  
considers the current bend  
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Do not use the system when the  
spare wheel is in use.  
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characteristic, but cannot consider a  
future bend change. The system may  
lose the current vehicle ahead or  
consider a vehicle which is not in the  
actual lane. This can happen when  
entering or exiting a bend or if the  
bend gets stronger or weaker. If it no  
longer detects any vehicle ahead,  
then w will extinguish.  
If the centrifugal force is too high in a  
bend, the system slows down the  
vehicle slightly. This braking level is  
not designed to avoid spinning-off the  
bend. The driver is responsible for  
reducing the selected speed before  
entering a bend and in general to  
adapt the speed to the road type and  
to existing speed limits.  
System limits  
9 Warning  
As the radar's field of detection is  
quite narrow, it is possible that the  
system may not detect:  
The system's automatic brake  
force does not permit hard braking  
and the braking level may not be  
sufficient to avoid a collision.  
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vehicles of reduced width, e.g.  
motorcycles, scooters  
vehicles not running in the middle  
of the lane  
vehicles entering a corner  
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After a sudden lane change, the  
system needs a certain time to  
detect the next preceding  
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vehicles suddenly pulling out  
vehicle. So if a new vehicle is  
detected, the system may  
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accelerate instead of braking.  
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The adaptive cruise control does  
ignore the oncoming traffic.  
The adaptive cruise control does  
not consider pedestrians and  
animals for braking and driving  
off.  
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Motorways  
If another vehicle enters your driving  
path, adaptive cruise control will first  
consider the vehicle when it is  
completely in your path. Be ready to  
take action and depress the brake  
pedal if you need to brake more  
quickly.  
When going downhill you may have to  
brake to maintain or reduce your  
speed.  
Note that applying the brake  
deactivates the system.  
On motorways, adapt the set speed  
to the situation and the weather.  
Always consider that adaptive cruise  
control has a limited visibility range, a  
limited braking level and a certain  
reaction time to verify if a vehicle is on  
the driving path or not. Adaptive  
cruise control may not be able to  
brake the vehicle in time to avoid a  
collision with a much slower vehicle or  
after a lane change. This is  
Radar unit  
Hill considerations  
particularly true while driving fast or if  
the visibility is reduced due to weather  
conditions.  
While entering or exiting a motorway,  
adaptive cruise control may lose the  
vehicle ahead and accelerate up to  
the set speed. For this reason,  
decrease the set speed before the  
exit or before the entry.  
9 Warning  
Do not use the adaptive cruise  
control on steep hill roads.  
The radar unit is located in the middle  
of the front bumper.  
System performance on hills depends  
on vehicle speed, vehicle load, traffic  
conditions and the road gradient. It  
may not detect a vehicle in your path  
while driving on hills. On steep hills,  
you may have to use the accelerator  
pedal to maintain your vehicle speed.  
Vehicle path changes  
9 Warning  
The radar unit was aligned  
carefully during manufacture.  
Therefore, in the event of a front-  
end impact, do not use the system.  
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As a safety measure, do not use the  
system if the brake lights are faulty.  
Do not use the system if the front  
bumper is damaged.  
The feature uses various inputs (e.g.  
camera sensor, radar sensor, brake  
pressure, vehicle speed) to calculate  
the probability of a frontal collision.  
The front bumper may appear to  
be intact, however the sensor  
behind may be affected and react  
incorrectly. After an accident,  
consult a workshop to verify and  
adjust the radar unit position.  
9 Warning  
Active emergency braking  
Active emergency braking can help to  
reduce the damage and injury from  
crashes with vehicles and  
This system is not intended to  
replace the driver responsibility for  
driving the vehicle and looking  
ahead. Its function is limited to  
supplemental use only to reduce  
the vehicle speed before a  
collision.  
The system may not react to  
animals. After a sudden lane  
change, the system needs a  
certain time to detect the next  
preceding vehicle.  
9 Warning  
pedestrians directly ahead, when the  
driver does not actively take action  
either by manual braking or by  
steering. Before the active  
Do not use a license plate support  
on the front bumper to ensure  
proper radar unit functionality.  
emergency braking applies, the driver  
is warned by the forward collision  
alert.  
Forward collision alert 3 141.  
Front pedestrian protection 3 142.  
Fault  
In the event of a fault with the adaptive  
cruise control, you are alerted by the  
illumination of a warning light and the  
display of a message in the  
instrument panel, accompanied by an  
audible signal.  
The adaptive cruise control may not  
operate correctly if traffic signs do not  
comply with the Vienna Convention  
on Road Signs and Signals.  
Have the system checked by a dealer  
or a qualified workshop.  
The driver must always be ready  
to take action and apply the brakes  
and steer to avoid collisions.  
Active emergency braking can be  
deactivated in the vehicle  
personalisation 3 80. If deactivated,  
m illuminates in the instrument  
cluster and a warning message is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre. When ignition is switched on  
next time, system is activated.  
9 Warning  
Do not use a license plate support  
on the front bumper to ensure  
proper radar unit functionality.  
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speed exceeds 19 mph, emergency  
automatic braking reduces the speed.  
However, the driver must apply the  
brake.  
Emergency automatic braking may  
slow the vehicle to a complete stop to  
try to avoid a potential crash.  
Functionality  
Brake preparation system  
Depending on the vehicle  
configuration and the detected  
objects, there are several operational  
speed ranges.  
On vehicles equipped only with front  
camera, the active emergency  
braking operates from 3 mph to  
50 mph when a vehicle has been  
detected.  
On vehicles equipped with radar  
sensor and front camera, the active  
emergency braking operates from  
3 mph to 87 mph when a vehicle has  
been detected.  
Active emergency braking only works  
when the seat belts of the front  
passengers are fastened.  
When approaching a vehicle ahead  
or a pedestrian so quickly that a  
collision is likely, the brake  
preparation system slightly  
pressurises the brakes. This reduces  
the response time, when braking is  
requested.  
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Automatic transmission: If the  
vehicle comes to a complete  
stop, automatic braking is  
maintained for up to two  
seconds. Keep the brake pedal  
depressed to prevent the vehicle  
from starting off again.  
Emergency automatic braking  
After activation of brake preparation  
system and just before the imminent  
collision, this function automatically  
applies limited braking to reduce the  
impact speed of the collision or  
prohibit a crash.  
If active emergency braking is  
applied, m flashes in the instrument  
cluster.  
Emergency automatic braking can  
only occur if a vehicle or a pedestrian  
ahead is detected.  
Forward collision alert 3 141.  
Front pedestrian protection 3 142.  
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Manual transmission: If the  
vehicle comes to a complete  
stop, the engine may stall.  
Operation of the function may be felt  
by a slight vibration in the brake  
pedal.  
The system includes:  
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brake preparation system  
emergency automatic braking  
smart brake assist  
forward collision alert  
front pedestrian protection  
9 Warning  
Emergency automatic braking is  
an emergency crash preparation  
feature and is not designed to  
avoid crashes. Do not rely on the  
system to brake the vehicle.  
Below a speed of 19 mph, emergency  
automatic braking may slow down the  
vehicle to a complete stop. If the  
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detecting a vehicle when weather  
limits visibility, such as in fog,  
rain, or snow  
Emergency automatic braking will  
not brake outside of its operating  
speed range and only responds to  
detected vehicles and  
occurs, take your foot off the brake  
pedal and then apply the brakes  
as needed.  
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driving during nighttime  
pedestrians.  
Forward collision alert 3 141.  
Front pedestrian protection 3 142.  
the sensor in the windscreen or  
the radar unit behind the front  
bumper is blocked by snow, ice,  
slush, mud, dirt etc.  
the windscreen is damaged or  
affected by foreign objects, e.g.  
stickers  
the bumper is damaged or  
affected by foreign objects, e.g.  
license plate support  
Smart brake assist  
System limitations  
Smart brake assist provides a boost  
to braking when the brake pedal is  
quickly applied. The braking is based  
on the speed of approach and  
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In some cases, the active emergency  
braking system may provide an  
automatic braking in situations that  
seem to be unnecessary, for instance  
in parking garages, due to various  
types of objects, i.e., traffic signs or  
vehicles in another lane. This is  
normal operation, the vehicle does  
not need service. Firmly apply the  
accelerator pedal to override the  
automatic braking if the situation and  
the surroundings permit.  
distance to a vehicle ahead.  
Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal  
movement during this time is normal  
and the brake pedal should continue  
to be applied as needed. Intelligent  
brake assist will automatically  
disengage only when the brake pedal  
is released.  
Complete attention is always required  
while driving, and you should be  
ready to take action and apply the  
brakes and / or steer the vehicle to  
avoid crashes.  
We recommend to deactivate the  
system in the vehicle personalisation  
in the following cases:  
In the following cases, active  
emergency braking performance  
might be limited:  
9 Warning  
Smart brake assist may increase  
vehicle braking in situations when  
it may not be necessary. You  
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when towing a trailer or caravan  
when carrying long objects on  
roof bars or a roof rack  
when the vehicle is being towed  
with the engine running  
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driving on winding or hilly roads  
detecting vehicles with a trailer,  
tractors, muddy vehicles, etc.  
could block the flow of traffic. If this  
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when the vehicle is fitted with  
snow chains  
when a spare wheel is fitted that  
is smaller than the other wheels  
before using an automatic car  
wash with the engine running  
before placing the vehicle on a  
rolling road in a workshop  
if the windscreen has been  
damaged close to the camera  
if the front bumper has been  
damaged  
9 Warning  
Forward collision alert is just a  
warning system and does not  
apply the brakes. When  
approaching a vehicle ahead too  
rapidly, it may not provide you  
enough time to avoid a collision.  
The driver accepts full  
responsibility for the appropriate  
following distance based on traffic,  
weather and visibility conditions.  
The forward collision alert uses the  
front camera in the windscreen and  
depending on the vehicle  
The complete attention of the  
driver is always required while  
driving. The driver must always be  
ready to take action and apply the  
brakes.  
if the brake lights are not working  
Fault  
configuration a radar unit located  
behind the front bumper to detect a  
vehicle directly ahead, in the path.  
In case the system requires a service,  
a message is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
If the system does not work properly,  
vehicle messages are displayed in  
the Driver Information Centre.  
If a vehicle directly ahead is  
approached too quickly, a warning  
chime sounds and a message is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
9 Warning  
Do not use a license plate support  
on the front bumper to ensure  
proper radar unit functionality.  
Vehicle messages 3 79.  
Forward collision alert  
The forward collision alert may help to  
avoid or reduce the harm caused by  
front-end crashes.  
 
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collision is imminent and  
immediate driver's action is  
required.  
In the following cases, forward  
collision alert may not detect a vehicle  
ahead or sensor performance is  
limited:  
Activation  
Depending on the vehicle  
configuration and the detected  
objects, there are several operational  
speed ranges.  
On vehicles equipped only with front  
camera, the forward collision alert  
operates from 3 mph to 50 mph when  
a vehicle has been detected.  
On vehicles equipped with radar  
sensor and front camera, the forward  
collision alert operates from 3 mph to  
87 mph when a vehicle has been  
detected.  
Selecting the alert sensitivity  
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driving on winding or hilly roads  
driving during nighttime  
weather limits visibility, such as  
fog, rain, or snow  
Three alert sensivities can be  
selected in the settings of the active  
emergency braking within the vehicle  
personalisation 3 80.  
The chosen setting will be memorised  
when the ignition has been switched  
off. The alert timing will vary based on  
selected alert setting and vehicle  
speed. Consider traffic and weather  
conditions when selecting the alert  
timing.  
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the sensor in the windscreen or  
the radar unit behind the front  
bumper are blocked by snow, ice,  
slush, mud, dirt etc.  
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the windscreen is damaged or  
affected by foreign objects, e.g.  
stickers  
the bumper is damaged or  
affected by foreign objects, e.g.  
license plate support  
Alerting the driver  
The driver is warned by following  
alerts:  
Deactivation  
The system can only be deactivated  
by deactivating the active emergency  
braking in the vehicle personalisation  
3 80. When ignition is switched on  
next time, system is activated.  
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Symbol , and a warning  
message are displayed in the  
Driver Information Center, when  
the distance to the vehicle ahead  
gets to small.  
Front pedestrian protection  
Front pedestrian protection may help  
to avoid or reduce the harm caused  
by front-end crashes with pedestrians  
when driving forward.  
System limitations  
Forward collision alert is designed to  
warn on vehicles, but may react also  
to other objects.  
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Symbol , and a warning  
message are displayed in the  
Driver Information Center and a  
warning chime sounds, when a  
 
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pedestrian protection can provide a  
boost to braking or automatically  
brake the vehicle.  
During nighttime driving, system  
performance is limited.  
Front pedestrian alert  
When approaching a detected  
pedestrian too quickly, a warning  
message is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre. A warning chime  
is provided.  
Cruise control or adaptive cruise  
control may be disengaged when the  
front pedestrian alert occurs.  
9 Danger  
Front pedestrian braking does not  
provide an alert or automatically  
brake the vehicle, unless it detects  
a pedestrian.  
The system may not detect  
pedestrians, including children,  
when the pedestrian is not directly  
ahead, not fully visible, not  
standing upright, or when part of a  
group.  
System limitations  
In the following cases, front  
pedestrian protection may not detect  
a pedestrian ahead or sensor  
performance is limited:  
The system uses the front camera in  
the windscreen and depending on the  
vehicle configuration a radar unit in  
the front bumper to detect a  
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vehicle speed is out of range from  
3 mph to 50 mph in forward gear  
pedestrian directly ahead in the path.  
9 Warning  
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driving on winding or hilly roads  
driving in the dark  
weather limits visibility, such as  
fog, rain, or snow  
the sensor in the windscreen or  
the radar unit behind the front  
bumper are blocked by snow, ice,  
slush, mud, dirt etc.  
The system can only be deactivated  
by deactivating the active emergency  
braking in the vehicle personalisation  
3 80. When ignition is switched on  
next time, system is activated.  
Do not use a license plate support  
on the front bumper to ensure  
proper radar unit functionality.  
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Front pedestrian protection can  
detect and alert to pedestrians in a  
forward gear at speeds between  
3 mph and 37 mph. Additionally, front  
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the windscreen is damaged or  
affected by foreign objects, e.g.  
stickers  
hazardous obstacles behind the  
vehicle while reverse gear is  
engaged.  
Activation  
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the front bumper is damaged or  
affected by foreign objects, e.g.  
license plate support  
Parking assist  
General information  
When attaching a trailer or bicycle  
carrier to the trailer hitch, the parking  
assist is deactivated.  
The system is ready to operate when  
the LED in the parking assist button  
e is not illuminated. The state of the  
system is memorised when the  
ignition is switched off.  
9 Warning  
The system operates with ultrasonic  
parking sensors in the rear bumper.  
The driver bears full responsibility  
for the parking manoeuvre.  
Always check the surrounding  
area when driving backwards or  
forwards while using parking  
assist system.  
Once activated, rear parking assist is  
ready to operate when reverse gear  
is engaged.  
Indication  
Depending on which side of the  
vehicle is closer to an obstacle, you  
will hear acoustic warning signals in  
the vehicle on the respective side.  
The interval between the sounds  
becomes shorter as the vehicle gets  
Rear parking assist  
The system warns the driver with  
acoustic signals and display  
indication against potentially  
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closer to that obstacle. When the  
distance is less than approx. 30 cm,  
the sound is continuous.  
Deactivation  
behind the vehicle. It informs and  
warns the driver by giving acoustic  
signals and display indication.  
It uses two different acoustic warning  
signals for the front and rear  
monitoring areas, each with a  
different tone frequency.  
The system is switched off when  
reverse gear is disengaged. Press  
e to deactivate the system manually.  
The LED in the button illuminates  
when the system is deactivated. If the  
system has been deactivated  
manually, it is not reactivated  
automatically the next time the  
ignition is switched on.  
The system operates with ultrasonic  
parking sensors in the rear and front  
bumper.  
Additionally, the distance to rear  
obstacles is displayed by changing  
distance lines in the Info Display  
3 76. When the obstacle is very close,  
+ for danger is displayed.  
Activation  
In addition to the rear parking assist,  
the front parking assist is triggered  
when an obstacle is detected in front  
and the speed of the vehicle is below  
6 mph.  
Front-rear parking assist  
The front-rear parking assist  
measures the distance between the  
vehicle and obstacles in front and  
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closer to that obstacle. When the  
distance is less than approx. 30 cm,  
the sound is continuous.  
Deactivation  
The system is deactivated  
automatically when vehicle speed  
exceeds 6 mph, by applying the  
electric parking brake or by pressing  
the parking assist button e.  
When the system is deactivated  
manually, the LED in the button  
illuminates.  
If the system has been deactivated  
manually, it is not reactivated  
automatically the next time the  
ignition is switched on.  
The system is ready to operate when  
the LED in the parking assist button  
e is not illuminated. The state of the  
system is memorised when the  
ignition is switched off.  
System limitations  
In the event of a fault or if the system  
does not work temporarily, e.g.  
because of high external noise level  
or other interference factors, C  
illuminates in the instrument cluster.  
A message is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre and a warning  
chime sounds.  
Additionally, the distance to rear and  
front obstacles is displayed by  
changing distance lines in the Info  
Display 3 76.  
If the vehicle stops for more than  
3 seconds in a forward gear, if  
automatic transmission is in P  
position or if no further obstacles are  
detected, no acoustic warning signals  
are given.  
Indication  
The system warns the driver with  
acoustic signals against potentially  
hazardous obstacles in front of the  
vehicle and behind the vehicle.  
Depending on which side of the  
vehicle is closer to an obstacle, you  
will hear acoustic warning signals in  
the vehicle on the respective side.  
The interval between the sounds  
becomes shorter as the vehicle gets  
Notice  
Make sure that the front number  
plate is properly mounted, vertically  
and horizontally centred and the  
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sensors are firmly in place. The  
performance of the parking assist  
will be reduced if the license plate is  
bent or a license plate support is  
used.  
The advanced parking assist  
measures a suitable parking slot  
while passing, calculates the  
Special conditions apply if there  
are taller vehicles in the vicinity  
(e.g. off-road vehicles, mini vans,  
vans). Object identification and  
correct distance indication in the  
upper part of these vehicles  
cannot be guaranteed.  
trajectory and automatically steers  
the vehicle while parking.  
Advanced parking assist provides  
assistance for the following  
manoeuvres:  
9 Warning  
Objects with a very small reflection  
Under certain circumstances,  
various reflective surfaces on  
objects or clothing as well as  
external noise sources may cause  
the system to fail to detect  
obstacles.  
Special attention must be paid to  
low obstacles which can damage  
the lower part of the bumper.  
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entry into a parallel parking slot  
entry into a perpendicular parking  
slot  
cross-section, e.g. objects of  
narrow size or soft materials, may  
not be detected by the system.  
Parking assist systems do not  
detect objects outside the  
detection range.  
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exit from a parallel parking slot  
The driver must control acceleration,  
braking and gear shifting, while  
steering is done automatically. The  
driver can take control at any time by  
gripping the steering wheel.  
It may be necessary to move forwards  
and backwards more than once.  
Instructions are given in the Info  
Display 3 76.  
Advanced parking assist can only be  
activated when driving forwards.  
Advanced parking assist  
9 Warning  
Caution  
The driver bears full responsibility  
for accepting the parking slot  
suggested by the system and the  
parking manoeuvre.  
Always check the surrounding  
area in all directions when using  
the advanced parking assist.  
Performance of the system can be  
reduced when sensors are  
covered, e.g. by ice or snow.  
Performance of the parking assist  
system can be reduced due to  
heavy loading.  
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The system will not identify slots that  
are clearly smaller or larger than the  
vehicle.  
Advanced parking assist is always  
combined with front-rear parking  
assist.  
The system has six ultrasonic parking  
sensors each in both the rear and  
front bumper.  
Move forwards and backwards while  
observing the warnings of the parking  
assist until the end of manoeuvre is  
indicated.  
Entry into a parallel parking slot  
Activation  
When a free slot is detected, a visual  
feedback on the Info Display and a  
first acoustic signal are given. Drive  
slowly forwards. When the second  
acoustic signal is given, stop the  
vehicle, select reverse gear, release  
the steering wheel and start moving  
slowly. A visual feedback is given on  
the Info Display.  
Slow down the vehicle speed below  
Entry into a perpendicular parking  
slot  
19 mph.  
To search for a parking slot, activate  
the system in the Info Display 3 76.  
Select the parallel parking slot menu.  
Select parking side by switching on  
the turn light on the respective side.  
The allowed parallel distance  
between the vehicle and a row of  
parked cars is between 0.5 m and  
1.5 m.  
Activation  
Slow down the vehicle speed below  
19 mph.  
To search for a parking slot, activate  
the system in the Info Display 3 76.  
Select the perpendicular parking slot  
menu.  
Select parking side by switching on  
the turn light on the respective side.  
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The allowed parallel distance  
between the vehicle and a row of  
parked cars is between 0.5 m and  
1.5 m.  
When several successive slots are  
found, the vehicle will be directed  
towards the last one.  
Select the exiting a parallel parking  
slot menu.  
Select exit side by switching on the  
respective turn light.  
Engage reverse or forward gear,  
release the steering wheel and start  
moving without exceeding 3 mph.  
Move forwards and backwards as  
instructed by observing the warnings  
of the parking assist and paying  
attention to the acoustic signals until  
the end of manoeuvre is indicated.  
During the parking manoeuvre, the  
system is automatically deactivated  
once the rear of the vehicle is within  
50 cm of an obstacle.  
When a free slot is detected, a visual  
feedback on the Info Display and an  
acoustic signal are given. Stop the  
vehicle, select reverse gear, release  
the steering wheel and start moving  
without exceeding 4 mph.  
Move forwards and backwards while  
observing the warnings of the parking  
assist until the end of manoeuvre is  
indicated.  
The manoeuvre is complete when the  
vehicle's front wheels are out of the  
parking slot.  
Exiting a parallel parking slot  
Activation  
When exiting a parallel parking slot,  
activate the system in the Info Display  
3 76.  
After deactivation check control over  
the vehicle.  
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The system is deactivated  
automatically:  
Deactivation by the driver or by the  
system during manoeuvring will be  
indicated on the display. Additionally,  
a chime sounds.  
The system is switched off  
automatically when towing an  
electrically connected trailer, bicycle  
carrier, etc.  
Display indication  
The instructions on the display show:  
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if the ignition is switched off  
if stalling the engine  
if no manoeuvre is started within  
5 minutes of selection of the type  
of manoeuvre  
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general hints and warning  
messages  
the demand to stop the vehicle,  
when a parking slot is detected  
the direction of driving during the  
parking manoeuvre  
the demand to shift into reverse  
or first gear  
the demand to stop or to drive  
slowly  
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after a prolonged stop of the  
Contact your dealer to switch off the  
system for a prolonged period.  
vehicle during a manoeuvre  
activating the turn light on the  
opposite side to that of the  
manoeuvre  
Fault  
In the event of a fault, a message is  
displayed in the Colour Info Display,  
accompanied by an acoustic signal.  
In the event of a fault in the power  
steering, C illuminates and a  
message is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
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if the electronic stability control is  
the successful completion of the  
parking manoeuvre indicated by  
a pop-up symbol and a chime  
triggered  
if the speed of the vehicle  
exceeds the stated limit  
when the driver interrupts  
movement of the steering wheel  
after ten manoeuvres to enter or  
exit a a parallel parking slot or  
after seven manoeuvres to enter  
a perpendicular parking slot  
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the cancelling of a parking  
manoeuvre  
Deactivation  
9 Warning  
The current park assist manoeuvre is  
cancelled via the button to return to  
the previous screen in the Info  
Display. To deactivate the system  
completely, press e in the centre  
console.  
Under certain circumstances,  
various reflective surfaces on  
objects or clothing as well as  
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by opening the driver's door  
if one of the front wheels  
encounters an obstacle  
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parking manoeuvre successfully  
ended  
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Surface irregularities, e.g. on  
external noise sources may cause  
the system to fail to detect  
obstacles.  
Special attention must be paid to  
low obstacles which can damage  
the lower part of the bumper.  
Parking assist systems do not  
detect objects outside the  
detection range.  
construction zones, are not detected  
by the system. The driver accepts  
responsibility.  
Notice  
Automatic parking assist  
It is possible that the sensor detects  
a non-existing object caused by  
echo disturbance from external  
acoustic noise or mechanical  
misalignments (sporadic false  
warnings may occur).  
9 Warning  
Caution  
The complete driver attention is  
always required while using the  
automatic parking assist.  
The driver bears full responsibility  
for accepting the parking slot  
suggested by the system and the  
parking manoeuvre.  
Always check the surrounding  
area in all directions when using  
the automatic parking assist.  
Performance of the system can be  
reduced when sensors are  
covered, e.g. by ice or snow.  
Make sure that the front number  
plate is properly mounted (not bent  
and no gaps to the bumper on the left  
or right side) and the sensors are  
firmly in place.  
Advanced parking assist system  
may not respond to changes in the  
available parking space after  
initiating a parking manoeuvre. The  
system may recognize an entry, a  
gateway, a courtyard or even a  
crossing as a parking slot. After  
selecting reverse gear the system  
will start a parking manoeuvre. Take  
care regarding the availability of the  
suggested parking slot.  
Performance of the parking assist  
system can be reduced due to  
heavy loading.  
Special conditions apply if there  
are taller vehicles in the vicinity  
(e.g. off-road vehicles, mini vans,  
vans). Object identification and  
correct distance indication in the  
upper part of these vehicles  
cannot be guaranteed.  
Objects with a very small reflection  
cross-section, e.g. objects of  
narrow size or soft materials, may  
not be detected by the system.  
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Automatic parking assist provides  
assistance for the following  
manoeuvres:  
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When driving on a small-  
diameter or "space-saver" type  
spare wheel.  
When the wheels fitted are a  
different size from the original  
ones.  
After modifying one or both  
bumpers (added protection).  
If the sensors have been  
repainted inappropriately.  
When sensors are used that  
have not been approved for the  
vehicle.  
9 Warning  
Automatic parking assist may not  
be used under the following  
conditions:  
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entry into a parallel parking slot  
entry into a perpendicular parking  
slot  
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Alongside a soft shoulder  
(ditch) or quay or on the edge  
of a drop.  
When the road surface is  
slippery, e.g. due to rain, ice or  
snow.  
If a tyre is under-inflated.  
If one of the bumpers is  
damaged.  
If one of the cameras is faulty.  
If the brake lights are not  
working.  
When carrying an object  
extending beyond the  
dimensions of the vehicle  
(ladder on the roof bars, bicycle  
carrier on the tailgate, etc.).  
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exit from a parallel parking slot  
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The system controls the steering,  
direction, acceleration and braking.  
Instructions are given in the Info  
Display 3 76.  
Automatic parking assist can only be  
activated when driving forward.  
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Notice  
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Releasing of the button S during the  
manoeuvre will brake the vehicle  
automatically.  
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The automatic parking assist  
measures a suitable parking slot  
while passing, calculates the  
trajectory and automatically operates  
the vehicle while parking.  
Automatic parking assist is always  
combined with front-rear parking  
assist and the panoramic view  
system.  
The system has six ultrasonic parking  
sensors each in both the rear and  
front bumper.  
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With a non-approved towball in  
place.  
With snow chains fitted.  
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Entry into a parallel parking slot  
Activation  
Slow down the vehicle speed below  
19 mph.  
Select the parallel parking slot menu.  
S is illuminated in the instrument  
cluster to confirm the activation of the  
system.  
When a free slot is detected, a visual  
feedback on the Info Display and a  
first acoustic signal are given.  
The allowed parallel distance  
between the vehicle and a row of  
parked cars is between 0.5 m and  
1.5 m.  
The system will not identify slots that  
are clearly smaller or larger than the  
vehicle.  
Press S or activate the system via  
the Info Display.  
Info Display 3 76.  
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Drive slowly forwards. When the  
second acoustic signal is given, stop  
the vehicle. Once the vehicle has  
stopped, a list with instructions is  
displayed on the Info Display.  
Follow all of the instructions listed, in  
order to enable the automatic  
manoeuvre.  
Entry into a perpendicular parking  
slot  
Activation  
Slow down the vehicle speed below  
19 mph.  
A confirms the successful execution  
of the respective instruction.  
Once all of the instructions have been  
executed successfully by the driver,  
the system can undertake the  
manoeuvre.  
Once the system is ready to execute  
the manoeuvre, the panoramic view  
system is displayed in the Info  
Display.  
Release the brake pedal carefully  
while helding down S throughout the  
whole manoeuvre.  
The system automatically takes  
control over the vehicle. Observe the  
warnings of the automatic parking  
assist until the end of manoeuvre is  
indicated.  
Press S or activate the system via  
the Info Display.  
Info Display 3 76.  
Therefore, press and hold S while  
applying the brake pedal.  
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Drive slowly forwards. When the  
second acoustic signal is given, stop  
the vehicle. Once the vehicle has  
stopped, a list with instructions is  
displayed on the Info Display.  
Follow all of the instructions listed, in  
order to enable the automatic  
manoeuvre.  
A confirms the successful execution  
of the respective instruction.  
Once all of the instructions have been  
executed successfully by the driver,  
the system can undertake the  
manoeuvre.  
Select the perpendicular parking slot  
menu. S is illuminated in the  
instrument cluster to confirm the  
activation of the system.  
When a free slot is detected, a visual  
feedback on the Info Display and a  
first acoustic signal are given.  
The allowed parallel distance  
between the vehicle and a row of  
parked cars is between 0.5 m and  
1.5 m.  
The system will not identify slots that  
are clearly smaller or larger than the  
vehicle.  
Therefore, press and hold S while  
applying the brake pedal.  
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Exiting a parallel parking slot  
Activation  
Once the system is ready to execute  
the manoeuvre, the panoramic view  
system is displayed in the Info  
Display.  
Release the brake pedal carefully  
while helding down S throughout the  
whole manoeuvre.  
The system automatically takes  
control over the vehicle. Observe the  
warnings of the automatic parking  
assist until the end of manoeuvre is  
indicated.  
Select the exit side in the menu. S is  
illuminated in the instrument cluster to  
confirm the activation of the system.  
A list with instructions is displayed on  
the Info Display.  
Follow all of the instructions listed, in  
order to enable the automatic  
manoeuvre.  
A confirms the successful execution  
of the respective instruction.  
Press S or activate the system via  
the Info Display.  
Info Display 3 76.  
Once all of the instructions have been  
executed successfully by the driver,  
the system can undertake the  
manoeuvre.  
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Once the system is ready to execute  
the manoeuvre, the panoramic view  
system is displayed in the Info  
Display, accompanied by a warning  
chime.  
Release the brake pedal carefully  
while helding down S throughout the  
whole manoeuvre.  
The system automatically takes  
control over the vehicle. Observe the  
warnings of the automatic parking  
assist until the end of manoeuvre is  
indicated.  
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the demand of applying the brake  
pedal while maintaining S  
pressed  
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the direction of driving during the  
parking manoeuvre  
the successful completion of the  
parking manoeuvre indicated  
the cancelling of a parking  
manoeuvre  
Pausing / resuming the  
manoeuvre  
The current park assist manoeuvre  
can be interrupted at any time either  
by the system or by the driver.  
Therefore, press and hold S while  
applying the brake pedal.  
Display indication  
The instructions on the display show:  
The system is interrupted when:  
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general hints and warning  
messages  
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the button S is released  
the brake pedal is applied  
the driver interrupts movement of  
the steering wheel  
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the demand to stop the vehicle  
when a parking slot has been  
detected  
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the demand to drive forward  
when a parking slot has been  
detected  
a list of instructions to be followed  
by the driver  
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one of the front wheels  
encounters an obstacle  
the selector lever is moved out of  
N or P  
The interruption of the manoeuvre will  
be indicated on the display.  
Additionally, a chime sounds  
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The manoeuvre can be resumed after  
solving the respective issue.  
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a system malfunction during the  
manoeuvre has been detected.  
the parking manoeuvre has been  
ended successfully.  
9 Warning  
Under certain circumstances,  
various reflective surfaces on  
objects or clothing as well as  
external noise sources may cause  
the system to fail to detect  
obstacles.  
Special attention must be paid to  
low obstacles which can damage  
the lower part of the bumper.  
Deactivation  
The system is deactivated when:  
Deactivation by the driver or by the  
system during manoeuvring will be  
indicated on the display. S  
extinguishes on the instrument  
cluster and a chime sounds.  
The system is switched off  
automatically when towing an  
electrically connected trailer, bicycle  
carrier, etc.  
Contact your dealer to switch off the  
system for a prolonged period.  
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no driver action during 30  
seconds after a manoeuvre  
suspension is detected  
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the selector lever is moved to P  
the driver's seat belt has been  
unfastened  
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a door or the tailgate has been  
opened.  
the turn light on the opposite side  
to that of the manoeuvre has  
been activated  
Caution  
Performance of the system can be  
reduced when sensors are  
covered, e.g. by ice or snow.  
Fault  
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a wheel of the vehicle hits a  
In the event of a fault, S flashes in the  
instrument control and a message is  
displayed in the Info Display,  
Performance of the parking assist  
system can be reduced due to  
heavy loading.  
Special conditions apply if there  
are taller vehicles in the vicinity  
(e.g. off-road vehicles, mini vans,  
vans). Object identification and  
correct distance indication in the  
upper part of these vehicles  
cannot be guaranteed.  
pavement or a low obstacle  
the electronic stability control is  
triggered  
accompanied by a warning chime.  
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the engine has been stalled  
the ignition has been switched off  
it takes more than ten  
manoeuvres to enter or exit a a  
parallel parking slot or after  
seven manoeuvres to enter a  
perpendicular parking slot  
In the event of a fault in the power  
steering, C illuminates and a  
message is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
Seek the assistance of a workshop.  
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crossing as a parking slot. Take care  
regarding the availability of the  
suggested parking slot.  
Surface irregularities, e.g. on  
construction zones, are not detected  
by the system. The driver accepts  
responsibility.  
Objects with a very small reflection  
cross-section, e.g. objects of  
Side blind spot alert does not  
detect:  
narrow size or soft materials, may  
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Vehicles outside the side blind  
not be detected by the system.  
zones which may be rapidly  
Parking assist systems do not  
detect objects outside the  
detection range.  
approaching.  
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Pedestrians or animals.  
Non-moving objects, e.g.  
stationary vehicles, street  
lights, road signs, etc.  
Side blind spot alert  
Notice  
Side blind spot alert assist helps to  
avoid crashes due to unintentional  
lane departures when an object is  
detected within a specified blind spot  
zone.  
It is possible that the sensor detects  
a non-existing object caused by  
echo disturbance from external  
acoustic noise or mechanical  
misalignments (sporadic false  
warnings may occur).  
Failure to use proper care when  
changing lanes may result in  
damage to the vehicle, injury, or  
death. Always check the outside  
and rearview mirrors, glance over  
your shoulder, and use the turn  
signal before changing lanes.  
The system displays a visual alert in  
each exterior mirror, when detecting  
objects that may not be visible in the  
interior and exterior mirrors.  
Side blind spot alert uses some of the  
advanced parking assist sensors  
which are located in the front and rear  
bumper on both sides of the vehicle.  
Make sure that the front number  
plate is properly mounted (not bent  
and no gaps to the bumper on the left  
or right side) and the sensors are  
firmly in place. Do not use a license  
plate support!  
Automatic parking assist system  
may not respond to changes in the  
available parking space after  
initiating a parking manoeuvre. The  
system may recognise an entry, a  
gateway, a courtyard or even a  
Activation  
The system can be activated via the  
vehicle settings menu in the Info  
Display.  
Info Display 3 76.  
9 Warning  
Side blind spot alert is only a lane  
changing aid and does not replace  
driver vision.  
 
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No alert will be given in the following  
situations:  
Functionality  
Operation conditions  
The following conditions must be  
fulfilled for proper operation:  
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in the presence of non-moving  
objects, e.g. parked vehicles,  
barriers, street lamps, road signs  
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all vehicles are moving in the  
same direction and in adjacent  
lanes  
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with vehicles moving in the  
opposite direction  
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the speed of your vehicle is  
driving on a winding road or a  
sharp corner  
between 7 or 20 and 87 mph  
passing a vehicle with a speed  
difference of less than 6 mph  
another vehicle is passing with a  
speed difference of less than  
15 mph  
when passing or being passed by  
a very long vehicle, e.g. lorry,  
coach, which is at the same time  
detected at the rear in the blind  
spot angle and present in the  
driver's forward field of vision  
When the system detects a vehicle in  
the side blind zone while driving  
forwards, an LED will illuminate in the  
relevant exterior mirror.  
The LED comes on immediately when  
your vehicle is being passed.  
The LED comes on after a delay when  
your vehicle is passing another  
vehicle slowly.  
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the traffic flow is normal  
driving on a straight or slightly  
curved road  
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in very heavy traffic, vehicles  
detected in front and behind are  
confused with a lorry or a  
stationary object  
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the vehicle is not pulling a trailer  
the sensors are not covered by  
mud, ice or snow  
when passing too quickly  
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the warning zones in the door  
mirrors or the detection zones on  
front and rear bumper ar not  
covered with adhesive labels or  
other objects  
Deactivation  
The system can be activated via the  
vehicle settings menu in the Info  
Display.  
Info Display 3 76.  
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The state of the system is memorised  
when switching off the ignition.  
The system is automatically  
deactivated when towing an  
electrically connected trailer.  
Due to adverse weather conditions,  
such as heavy rain, false detections  
may occur.  
Active side blind spot detection  
operates when the vehicle speed is  
between 40 and 87 mph.  
camera's field of view and the  
parking assist sensors, e.g. below  
the bumper or underneath the  
vehicle, are not displayed.  
Functionality  
Do not reverse or park the vehicle  
using only the rear view camera.  
Always check the surrounding of  
the vehicle before driving.  
When steering towards the detected  
vehicle is attemped, the driver will  
then notice a turning movement of the  
steering wheel towards the opposite  
side. Turn steering wheel in the same  
direction if the system does not steer  
sufficiently.  
Fault  
Activation  
Rear view camera is activated when  
reverse gear is engaged.  
In the event of a fault, C illuminates  
in the instrument panel, accompanied  
a display message. Contact a dealer  
or a qualified workshop to have the  
system checked.  
The system also intervenes even if  
the turn lights have been activated.  
Functionality  
Rear view camera  
Active side blind spot detection  
In addition to the regular side blind  
spot alert, the active side blind spot  
detection corrects the vehicle's  
trajectory by turning the steering  
wheel gently back into lane when an  
object is detected within a specified  
blind spot zone. The system is only  
active when side blind spot alert and  
lane keep assist are activated as well.  
The rear view camera assists the  
driver when reversing by displaying a  
view of the area behind the vehicle.  
The view of the camera is displayed  
in the Info Display.  
9 Warning  
The rear view camera does not  
replace driver vision. Note that  
objects that are outside the  
Lane keep assist 3 166.  
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The camera is mounted in the rear  
bumper above the number plate.  
The area displayed by the camera is  
limited. The distance of the image that  
appears on the display differs from  
the actual distance.  
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vehicle is towing an electrically  
connected trailer, bicycle carrier,  
etc.  
vehicle had a rear end accident  
extreme temperature changes  
System limitations  
Caution  
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For optimal operation of the  
system, it is important to keep the  
lense of the camera in the tailgate  
between the number plate lights  
always clean. Rinse the lenses  
with water and wipe with a soft  
cloth.  
Do not clean the lenses with a  
steam-jet or high-pressure jet  
cleaner.  
Panoramic view system  
Guidelines  
The first horizontal line represents a  
distance of about 30 cm beyond the  
edge of vehicle's rear bumper. The  
upper horizontal lines represent  
distances of about 1 m and 2 m.  
This system allows views of the  
vehicle's surroundings to be  
displayed as a nearly 180° picture in  
the Info Display, like a bird's eye view.  
The system uses:  
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Trajectory lane of the vehicle is  
shown in accordance with the  
steering angle.  
rear camera, installed in the rear  
bumper  
ultrasonic parking sensors in the  
rear bumper  
The rear view camera may not  
operate properly when:  
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Deactivation  
The camera is deactivated when:  
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surrounding is dark  
sun or beam of headlights is  
shining directly into camera  
lenses  
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towing an electrically connected  
trailer, bicycle carrier, etc.  
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a certain forward speed is  
exceeded or if reverse gear is not  
engaged for 7 seconds  
by pressing the icon q in the left  
upper corner of the touch screen  
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weather limits visibility, such as  
fog, rain, or snow  
camera lenses blocked by snow,  
ice, slush, mud, dirt. Clean the  
lense, rinse with water, and wipe  
with a soft cloth  
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manoeuvre by pressing the touch  
field in the left lower zone of the  
display and selecting a view from the  
view selection menu:  
Standard view  
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Standard view  
Auto mode  
Zoom view  
180° view  
The display is immediately updated  
with the type of view selected.  
Auto mode is activated by default. In  
this mode, the system selects the  
best view, standard or zoom, to  
display according to the information  
from the parking sensors.  
The state of the system is not kept in  
memory when the ignition is switched  
off.  
The screen in the Info display is  
divided into two parts. On the right  
there is a view from above the vehicle,  
and on the left there is the view from  
the rear displayed. The parking  
sensors complete the information on  
the view from above the vehicle.  
The area behind the vehicle is  
displayed in the screen. The vertical  
lines represent the width of the  
vehicle with mirrors unfolded. The  
direction of the lines changes with the  
position of the steering wheel.  
Activation  
The panoramic view system is  
activated by if the reverse gear is  
engaged.  
The first horizontal line represents a  
distance of about 30 cm beyond the  
edge of vehicle's rear bumper. The  
upper horizontal lines represent  
distances of about 1 m and 2 m.  
This view is available in auto mode or  
in the view selection menu.  
Functionality  
Different views can be selected in the  
left part of the display. Change the  
type of view at any time during a  
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Auto mode  
around obstacles nearby. This view is  
available with auto mode or in the  
view selection menu.  
Deactivation  
Panoramic view system is  
deactivated when:  
This mode is activated by default.  
Using sensors in the rear or in the  
front bumper, the automatic view  
changes from rear view or front view  
to a view from above, as an obstacle  
is approached during a manoeuvre.  
180° view  
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towing an electrically connected  
trailer, bicycle carrier, etc.  
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a certain forward speed is  
exceeded or if reverse gear is not  
engaged for 7 seconds  
Zoom view  
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by pressing the icon q in the left  
upper corner of the touch screen  
General information  
9 Warning  
The panoramic view system does  
not replace driver vision. It will not  
display children, pedestrians,  
cyclists, crossing traffic, animals,  
or any other objects outside of the  
camera view area, e. g. below the  
bumper, or underneath the  
vehicle.  
The 180° view facilitates reversing  
out of a parking bay, making it  
possible to see the approach of  
vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists.  
This view is not recommended for  
carrying out a complete manoeuvre.  
It is made up of three areas: left 1,  
centre 2 and right 3. This view is  
available from the view selection  
menu only.  
The camera records the vehicle's  
surroundings during the manoeuvre  
in order to reconstruct a view from  
above the rear or the front of the  
vehicle in its near surroundings.Thus,  
the vehicle can be manoeuvred  
Do not drive or park the vehicle  
using only the panoramic view  
system.  
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The panoramic view system may not  
operate properly when:  
Always check the surrounding of  
the vehicle before driving.  
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surrounding is dark  
Displayed images may be further  
or closer than they appear. The  
area displayed is limited and  
objects that are close to either  
edge of the bumper or under the  
bumper are not displayed on the  
screen.  
sun or beam of headlights is  
shining directly into camera  
lenses  
The system recognises the traffic  
signs above and displays them in the  
Driver Information Centre.  
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weather limits visibility, such as  
fog, rain, or snow  
camera lenses blocked by snow,  
ice, slush, mud, dirt. Clean the  
lense, rinse with water, and wipe  
with a soft cloth  
System limitations  
Caution  
9 Warning  
The actual traffic sign always  
takes priority over the traffic sign  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
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vehicle is towing an electrically  
connected trailer, bicycle carrier,  
etc.  
For optimal operation of the  
system, it is important to keep the  
lense of the camera in the tailgate  
between the number plate lights  
always clean. Rinse the lenses  
with water and wipe with a soft  
cloth.  
Do not clean the lenses with a  
steam-jet or high-pressure jet  
cleaner.  
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vehicle had a rear end accident  
extreme temperature changes  
If the vehicle enters a road of which  
the entry is prohibited, the no entry  
traffic symbol and a warning message  
are displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre. If the system  
detects one of the other traffic signs,  
the respective traffic sign is displayed  
in the Driver Information Centre.  
Speed limiter 3 129.  
Cruise control 3 126.  
Adaptive cruise control 3 131.  
Traffic sign assistant  
The traffic sign assistant is an  
extension of the speed limit  
recognition available for speed  
limiter, cruise control and adaptive  
cruise control.  
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Driving and operating  
Centre accompanied by a warning  
chime alerts when immediate driver´s  
action is required.  
If the vehicle is equipped with active  
side blind spot detection, the  
interruption of the lane correction  
might be cancelled.  
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roads with good lane markings  
no spare wheel is used  
the vehicle is not driven in a tight  
corner  
Lane keep assist  
Lane keep assist supports the driver  
to avoid unintended leaving of the  
lane. The front camera observes road  
edges, as well as the lane markings  
between which the vehicle is driving.  
If the vehicle approaches a road edge  
or a lane marking, the steering wheel  
is gently turned to position so that the  
vehicle turns back into the lane. The  
driver will then notice a turning  
Activation  
Side blind spot alert 3 159.  
Notice  
The system may be switched off if it  
detects lanes which are too narrow,  
too wide or too curved.  
movement of the steering wheel. Turn  
steering wheel in same direction, if  
the system does not steer sufficiently.  
Turn steering wheel gently into  
opposite direction, if lane change is  
intended.  
Following preconditions have to be  
fulfilled:  
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vehicle speed must be between  
40 mph and 112 mph  
When the system steers to correct the  
trajectory of the vehicle, L flashes  
yellow in the instrument cluster.  
Unintended lane departure is not  
assumed by the system when the turn  
lights are operated and during few  
seconds after turn lights have been  
switched off.  
If the system detects that the steering  
wheel is not held permanently, it  
interrupts the correction. A warning  
message in the Driver Information  
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the driver must hold the steering  
wheel  
the turn lights are not activated  
the electronic stability control is  
activated and not in operation  
the vehicle is not connected to a  
trailer or a bicycle carrier  
normal driving behaviour (system  
detects dynamic driving style, i.e.  
pressure on the brake or  
accelerator pedal)  
If the system is activated, the LED in  
the button j is not illuminated. To  
activate the system when the system  
is deactivated, press j.  
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adverse environmental  
conditions, e.g. heavy rain or  
snow  
Deactivation  
The system may not detect hands-  
off driving due to external  
To deactivate the system, press and  
hold j. Deactivation of the system is  
confirmed by the illuminated LED in  
the button and L illuminates yellow  
in the instrument cluster.  
influences like road condition and  
surface and weather. The driver  
has full responsibility to control the  
vehicle and is always required to  
keep the hands on the steering  
wheel while driving.  
vehicle modifications, e.g. tyres  
Switch off the system if the system is  
disturbed by tar marks, shadows,  
road cracks, temporary or  
construction lane markings, or other  
road imperfections.  
Fault  
Using the system while towing a  
trailer or on slippery roads could  
cause loss of control of the vehicle  
and a crash. Switch the system off.  
In the event of a fault, L and C  
appear in the instrument panel,  
accompanied by a display message  
and a warning chime. Seek the  
assistance of a workshop.  
9 Warning  
Always keep your attention on the  
road and maintain proper vehicle  
position within the lane, otherwise  
vehicle damage, injury or death  
could occur.  
Lane keep assist does not  
continuously steer the vehicle.  
The system may not keep the  
vehicle in the lane or give an alert,  
even if a lane marking is detected.  
The steering of the lane keep  
assist may not be sufficient to  
avoid a lane departure.  
Advanced lane keep assist  
System limitations  
The system performance may be  
affected by:  
9 Warning  
The system assists the driver in  
managing the steering,  
acceleration and braking within  
the limits of the laws of physics  
and the capabilities of the vehicle.  
Some road infrastructure  
elements or vehicles present on  
the road may not be properly seen  
or may be poorly interpreted by the  
camera and radar, which may lead  
to an unexpected change in  
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a dirty or foggy windscreen or if  
the windscreen is affected by  
foreign objects, e.g. stickers  
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close vehicles ahead  
banked roads  
winding or hilly roads  
road edges  
sudden lighting changes  
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If the system detects that the driver is  
not holding the wheel firmly enough,  
it triggers a series of gradual alerts. If  
the interruption takes too long, the  
system will be deactivated. O  
direction, a lack of steering  
correction and/or inappropriate  
management of the acceleration  
or braking.  
extinguishes in the instrument cluster.  
The system has to be reactivated  
again by the driver.  
Advanced lane keep assist operates  
only in combination with adaptive  
cruise control.  
Advanced lane keep assist is an  
enhancement of the lane keep assist  
system.  
Thus, the current position of the  
vehicle within the lane is kept. This  
position is not necessarily the centre  
of the lane.  
In the case that the vehicle is driving  
at the outer edge of the lane, the  
system corrects the trajectory  
smoothly towards the centre of the  
currently driven lane when a  
determined speed has been  
exceeded. Again, the driver will notice  
a turning movement of the steering  
wheel.  
When the vehicle is steered by the  
system, O illuminates green in the  
instrument cluster.  
However, the control of the vehicle  
can be taken over at any time by the  
driver. Therefore, the driver needs to  
apply some additional force when  
turning the steering wheel.  
Adaptive cruise control 3 131.  
Required preconditions  
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Adaptive cruise control must be  
activated.  
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The driver must hold the steering  
wheel.  
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The turn lights are not activated.  
The Electronic Stability Control is  
activated and not in operation.  
The activated system observes the  
lane markings by using the camera  
located at the top of the windscreen.  
It steers the vehicle inside the  
detected lane. The driver will notice a  
turning movement of the steering  
wheel.  
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The vehicle is not connected to a  
trailer or a bicycle carrier.  
Normal driving behaviour is  
required (system detects  
dynamic driving style, i.e.  
pressure on the brake or  
accelerator pedal).  
Driving and operating  
Fault  
In the event of a fault, O and C  
appear in the instrument panel,  
accompanied by a display message  
and a warning chime. Seek the  
assistance of a workshop.  
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Roads with good lane markings  
are required.  
No spare wheel is used.  
The vehicle is not driven in a tight  
corner.  
Deactivation  
To deactivate the system, press C.  
The LED in the button and O in the  
instrument panel are extinguished to  
confirm the deactivation of the  
system.  
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Activation  
System limitations  
Pausing / suspending the system  
The system performance may be  
affected by:  
Advanced lane keep assist may be  
paused or suspended in the following  
situations:  
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a dirty or foggy windscreen or if  
the windscreen is affected by  
foreign objects, e.g. stickers  
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The Electronic Stability Control is  
in operation or it has been  
deactivated.  
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close vehicles ahead  
banked roads  
winding or hilly roads  
road edges  
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At least one of the lane markings  
is not detected by the system for  
several seconds. The system will  
be reactivated once the operating  
conditions are regained.  
sudden lighting changes  
Press C to activate the system. The  
LED in the button is illuminated and  
O illuminates green in the instrument  
cluster to confirm the activation of the  
system.  
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The turn lights are activated.  
Driving outside the lane limits.  
The steering wheel is held too  
tight or moved too dynamically.  
adverse environmental  
conditions, e.g. heavy rain or  
snow  
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vehicle modifications, e.g. tyres  
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The brake pedal or the  
accelerator pedal are applied.  
The adaptive cruise control is  
paused.  
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Driving and operating  
A warning message may appear  
when the vehicle is travelling in a long  
straight lane on a smooth road  
surface even if the driver is holding  
the steering wheel properly.  
Deactivate the system if the system is  
disturbed by tar marks, shadows,  
road cracks, temporary or  
construction lane markings, or other  
road imperfections.  
Activation or Deactivation  
The system can be activated or  
deactivated in the vehicle  
personalisation 3 80.  
The state of the system stays in  
memory when the ignition is switched  
off.  
has full responsibility to control the  
vehicle and is always required to  
keep the hands on the steering  
wheel while driving.  
Using the system while towing a  
trailer or on slippery roads could  
cause loss of control of the vehicle  
and a crash. Switch the system off.  
Driving time alert  
Driver alert  
The driver gets notified by a pop-up  
reminder symbol € in the Driver  
Information Centre simultaneously  
with an acoustic alert if the driver has  
not taken a break after 2 hours of  
driving at a speed above 40 mph. The  
alert is repeated hourly until the  
vehicle is stopped, no matter how  
vehicle speed evolves.  
The driver alert system monitores the  
driving time and the vigilance of the  
driver. Monitoring the vigilance of the  
driver is based on the trajectory  
variations of the vehicle compared to  
the lane markings.  
9 Warning  
Always keep your attention on the  
road and maintain proper vehicle  
position within the lane, otherwise  
vehicle damage, injury or death  
could occur.  
The system may not keep the  
vehicle in the lane or give an alert,  
even if a lane marking is detected.  
The system includes a driving time  
alert combined with driver drowsiness  
detection.  
The counting of driving time alert is  
reset when the ignition has been  
switched off for a few minutes.  
9 Warning  
The steering of the advanced lane  
keep assist may not be sufficient  
to avoid a lane departure.  
Driver drowsiness detection  
The system cannot replace the  
need for vigilance on the part of  
the driver. Taking a break is  
recommended as soon as feeling  
tired or at least every 2 hours. Do  
not drive when feeling tired.  
The system monitors the driver's level  
of vigilance at speeds above 40 mph.  
A camera at the top of the windscreen  
detects variations in trajectory  
The system may not detect hands-  
off driving due to external  
influences (road condition and  
surface, weather etc). The driver  
compared to the lane markings.  
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If the trajectory of the vehicle  
suggests a certain level of  
drowsiness or inattention by the  
driver, the system triggers the first  
level of alert. The driver is notified by  
a message and an audible signal is  
given.  
After three first level alerts, the  
system triggers a new alert with a  
message, accompanied by a more  
pronounced audible signal.  
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dazzle caused by headlamps of  
an oncoming vehicles, low sun,  
reflections on damp roads,  
leaving a tunnel, alternating  
shade and light etc.  
windscreen area in front of the  
camera covered by dirt, snow,  
stickers etc.  
Charging  
Charging types  
There are different types of charging  
the vehicle's high voltage battery.  
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Charging at wallboxes  
no lane markings detected or  
multiple lane markings due to  
roadworks  
In certain driving conditions (poor  
road surface or strong winds), the  
system may give alerts independent  
of the driver's level of vigilance.  
The driver drowsiness detection is  
reinitialised when the ignition has  
been switched off for a few minutes or  
the speed remains below 40 mph for  
a few minutes.  
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close vehicles ahead  
winding roads or narrow roads  
A wallbox is a charging unit for private  
households. It provides a charging  
cable which has to be connected to  
the vehicle's charging port. Some  
wallboxes do not provide a charging  
cable. In this case, a separate  
charging cable is required which has  
to be connected to both the wallbox  
and the charging port of the vehicle.  
System limitations  
In the following situations, the system  
may not operate properly or even not  
operate at all:  
Charging time may take approx. 5  
hours with a charging power of 11 kW  
and 15 hours with a charging power  
of 3.7 kW.  
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poor visibility caused by  
inadequate lighting of the  
roadway, falling snow, heavy  
rain, dense fog etc.  
 
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DC charging station: Up to  
approx. 80% of battery capacity  
may be charged in approx. 0.5  
hours at a charging power of 100  
kW.  
Charging at charging stations  
Charging  
Charging stations may provide  
alternating current (AC) or direct  
current (DC). Charging time may vary  
depending on the charging station,  
DC charging stations provide the  
fastest charging. To charge the  
vehicle's battery, the charging cable  
of the charging station has to be  
connected to the charging port of the  
vehicle.  
9 Warning  
Persons with a pacemaker should  
consult a doctor for possible  
precautions.  
Charging at domestic electrical  
outlets  
This section explains the process of  
charging the vehicle's high voltage  
battery.  
While the charging cable is plugged  
into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be  
driven.  
The vehicle's high voltage battery can  
be charged at a domestic electrical  
outlet. Connect the charging cable to  
the vehicle's charging port and to the  
domestic electrical outlet.  
Charging time may take approx. 30  
hours with a charging power of 1.8  
kW.  
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AC charging station: Charging  
time may take approx. 5 hours  
with a charging power of 11 kW  
and 7.5 hours with a charging  
power of 7.4 kW.  
 
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2. Push the charging port flap to  
release it.  
Charging at domestic electrical  
outlets  
9 Warning  
Do not carry out any works in the  
engine compartment during  
charging.  
Start charging  
9 Warning  
Charging an empty high voltage  
battery at a domestic electrical outlet  
takes approx. 30 hours.  
Only use a domestic electrical  
outlet which is properly grounded  
and protected by a 30 mA  
differential switch.  
Only use a domestic electrical  
outlet protected by a circuit  
breaker adapted to the amperage  
of the electrical circuit.  
Have a qualified electrician check  
the electrical installation to be  
used. The installation has to be in  
compliance with national  
standards and compatible with the  
vehicle.  
A portable charging cable used to  
charge the vehicle's high voltage  
battery is stored under the rear floor  
storage cover in the load  
compartment.  
3. Take the charging cable out of the  
load compartment.  
1. Shift into P and switch off the  
vehicle.  
4. Plug the charging cable into the  
domestic electrical outlet.  
Verify the charging cable status.  
Charging cable 3 176.  
When using a dedicated domestic  
electrical outlet, have it installed  
by a qualified electrician.  
Make sure that the electrical  
outlet, the plug and the cable do  
not support the weight of the  
control box.  
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Driving and operating  
The start of charging is indicated by  
the green flashing of the status  
indicator at the charging port and at  
the control box of the charging cable.  
Stop charging  
9 Warning  
After the end of the charging  
progress:  
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Make sure the charging port  
flap is closed.  
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Always disconnect the  
charging cable from the  
domestic electrical outlet.  
Avoid any entry of fluids into the  
charging port of the vehicle, the  
vehicle plug of the charging  
cable and the domestic  
5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the  
charging cable into the charging  
port of the vehicle.  
Charging status 3 176.  
electrical outlet.  
Once charging, the vehicle plug will  
be locked to the charging port and  
cannot be disconnected while  
charging is active. - indicator  
illuminates.  
The battery is fully charged if the  
status indicator on the charging port  
permanently illuminates green.  
1. Unlock the vehicle before  
removing the vehicle plug from  
the charging port.  
If the vehicle is already unlocked,  
lock the vehicle and unlock it  
again.  
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2. Disconnect the vehicle plug from  
the charging port within 30  
seconds after unlocking.  
3. Close the charging port flap by  
pressing firmly in the centre to  
latch properly.  
1. Press m.  
2. Select Charge.  
When charging at a DC charging  
station, a cover has to be removed  
from the charging port before  
connecting the vehicle cable to the  
charging port.  
Charging types 3 171.  
4. Disconnect the charging cable  
from the domestic electrical  
outlet.  
Programmable charging  
By default, charging starts as soon as  
the vehicle plug of the charging cable  
is plugged into the charging port of the  
vehicle. It is also possible to schedule  
charging using the Info Display.  
Charging at wallboxes and public  
charging stations  
When charging at a wallbox / public  
charging station, follow the  
instructions for the use of the wallbox /  
public charging station.  
3. Press /.  
4. Enter a start time for charging.  
 
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Driving and operating  
5. Press OK.  
6. Plug in the vehicle.  
The status indicator illuminates blue  
indicating that programmable  
charging is active.  
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Flashes green: charging in  
process  
Illuminates red: charging fault  
Illuminates blue: programmable  
charging active  
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Charging 3 172.  
Charging status  
Programmable charging 3 175.  
A charging fault has occured if the  
vehicle is plugged in and the charging  
status indicator is off.  
Further charging status indicators are  
located on the control box of the  
charging cable.  
Charging cable 3 176.  
7. Within 1 minute, press b to  
activate programmable charging.  
Charging cable  
9 Warning  
If the vehicle is plugged in and the  
ignition is switched off, the charging  
status indicator indicates the  
following:  
Read all the safety warnings and  
instructions before using this  
product. Failure to follow the  
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Illuminates white: welcome  
lighting when charging port flap is  
opened  
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Illuminates green: charging  
complete  
   
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local electrical outlets. If a different  
charging cable is needed, consult a  
workshop.  
Charging types 3 171.  
Charging 3 172.  
warnings and the instructions may  
result in electric shock, fire, and /  
or serious injury.  
Never leave children unattended  
near the vehicle while the vehicle  
is charging and never allow  
children to play with the charging  
cable.  
Service by qualified personnel  
only. Connect the charging cable  
to a properly grounded outlet with  
cables that are not damaged.  
Important information about  
portable electric vehicle charging  
If the plug provided does not fit the  
electrical outlet, do not modify the  
plug. Arrange for a qualified  
electrician to inspect the electrical  
outlet.  
Do not put fingers into the electric  
vehicle connector.  
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Charging an electric vehicle can  
stress a building's electrical  
system more than a typical  
household appliance.  
Before you plug in to any  
electrical outlet, have a qualified  
electrician inspect and verify the  
electrical system (electrical  
outlet, wiring, junctions and  
protection devices) for heavy-  
duty service at a 10 A continuous  
load.  
Electrical outlets may wear out  
with normal usage or be  
damaged over time, making them  
unsuitable for electric vehicle  
charging.  
Check the electrical outlet / plug  
while charging and discontinue  
use if the electrical outlet / plug is  
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9 Danger  
A portable charging cable used to  
charge the vehicle's high voltage  
battery is stored beneath the rear  
floor storage cover in the load  
compartment. The charging cable is  
compatible with the domestic  
There is a risk of electric shock  
that may cause personal injury or  
death.  
Do not use the charging cable if  
any part of the charging cable is  
damaged.  
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electrical outlet of the respective  
country. It includes a control box with  
charging status indicators.  
Do not open or remove the  
charging cable cover.  
If the vehicle is to be used abroad,  
check whether the wall plug of the  
charging cable is compatible with the  
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hot, then have the electrical  
outlet serviced by a qualified  
electrician.  
When outdoors, plug into an  
electrical outlet that is weather-  
proof while in use.  
Mount the charging cord to  
reduce strain on the electrical  
outlet / plug.  
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! Power  
Illuminates green: Charging is  
complete or in standby.  
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Do not use an electrical socket  
that is not properly grounded.  
Do not use an electrical socket  
that is on a circuit with other  
electrical loads.  
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7 Charge  
Illuminates green: Charging  
cable is connected to the vehicle  
and the domestic electrical outlet.  
No charging is going on, e.g., the  
battery is full.  
Flashes green: High voltage  
9 Warning  
battery is not fully charged.  
Charging process is going on or  
programmable charging is active.  
+ Fault  
Improper use of portable charging  
cables may cause a fire, electrical  
shock, or burns, and may result in  
damage to property, serious  
injury, or death.  
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Illuminates red: Fault.  
The charging cable is defective.  
Seek the assistance of a  
workshop.  
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Do not use extension cables,  
multi-outlet power strips,  
splitters, grounding adaptors,  
surge protectors, or similar  
devices.  
1. Vehicle plug  
2. Status indicators  
3. Wall plug  
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Do not use an electrical socket  
that is worn or damaged, or one  
that will not hold the plug firmly  
in place.  
Do not immerse the charging  
cable into any liquid.  
Charge cord status indicators  
After plugging in the charge cord, it  
will perform a quick self test and all  
status indicators illuminate for a  
moment. Verify the status:  
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Caution  
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If no status indicator comes on, verify  
the circuit breaker of the electrical  
outlet:  
Fuel  
Fuel for petrol engines  
Do not use fuel or fuel additives  
that contain metallic compounds  
such as manganese-based  
additives. This may cause engine  
damage.  
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If the circuit breaker has broken,  
contact a qualified electrician.  
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If the circuit breaker has not  
broken, the charging cable may  
be defective. Do not use the  
charging cable and seek the  
assistance of a workshop.  
Caution  
Only use unleaded fuel that complies  
with European standard EN 228 or  
E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent.  
The engine is capable of running with  
fuel that contains up to 10% ethanol  
(e.g. named E10).  
Use of fuel with a lower octane  
rating than the lowest possible  
rating could lead to uncontrolled  
combustion and engine damage.  
The engine specific requirements  
regarding octane rating are given in  
the engine data overview 3 232. A  
country-specific label at the fuel filler  
flap can supersede the requirement.  
In certain countries, the use of a  
particular fuel, e.g. a specific octane  
rating, may be required to ensure  
proper engine operation.  
Use fuel with the recommended  
octane rating. A lower octane rating  
can reduce engine power and torque  
and slightly increases fuel  
consumption.  
 
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Diesel fuel that meets standard  
EN16734 mixed with a biofuel that  
meets standard EN14214 (possibly  
containing up to 10% Fatty Acid  
Methyl Ester).  
application of the special servicing  
conditions referred to as "Arduous  
conditions".  
For more information, contact a  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
Fuel for diesel engines  
The Diesel engines are compatible  
with bio-fuels that conform to current  
and future European standards and  
and can be obtained from filling  
stations:  
Caution  
The use of any other type of (bio)  
fuel (vegetable or animal oils, pure  
or diluted, domestic fuel etc.) is  
strictly prohibited (risk of damage  
to the engine and fuel system).  
Paraffinic Diesel fuel that meets  
standard EN15940 mixed with a  
biofuel that meets standard  
EN14214 (possibly containing up to  
7% Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).  
Diesel fuel that meets standard  
EN590 mixed with a biofuel that  
meets standard EN14214 (possibly  
containing up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl  
Ester).  
Notice  
The only Diesel additives authorised  
for use are those that meet the  
B715000 standard.  
Low temperature operation  
At temperatures below 0 °C, some  
diesel products with biodiesel blends  
may clog, freeze or gel, which may  
affect the fuel supply system. Starting  
and engine operation may not work  
properly. Make sure to fill winter  
grade diesel fuel at ambient  
The use of B20 or B30 fuel meeting  
standard EN16709 is possible in your  
Diesel engines. However, this use,  
even occasional, requires strict  
temperatures below 0 °C.  
Driving and operating  
181  
Arctic grade diesel fuel can be used  
at extremely low temperatures below  
-20 °C. Using this fuel grade in warm  
or hot climates is not recommended  
and may cause engine stalling, poor  
starting or damage on the fuel  
injection system.  
A label with symbols at the fuel filler  
flap is indicating the allowed fuel  
types. In Europe the pump nozzles of  
the filling stations are marked with  
these symbols. Refuel only the  
allowed fuel type.  
Petrol and diesel refuelling  
To open, turn the cap slowly  
anticlockwise.  
Caution  
Refuelling  
In case of misfuelling, do not  
switch on ignition.  
9 Danger  
Fuel filler flap is located at right rear  
side of vehicle.  
Before refuelling, switch off  
ignition and any external heaters  
with combustion chambers.  
Follow the operating and safety  
instructions of the filling station  
when refuelling.  
The fuel filler cap can be attached to  
the hook on the fuel filler flap.  
Place the nozzle in straight position to  
the filler neck and press with slight  
force to insert.  
9 Danger  
To refuel, switch on pump nozzle.  
Fuel is flammable and explosive.  
No smoking. No naked flames or  
sparks.  
If you can smell fuel in your  
vehicle, have the cause of this  
remedied immediately by a  
workshop.  
After the automatic cut-off, the tank  
can be topped up by operating the  
pump nozzle a maximum of two more  
times.  
The fuel filler flap can only be opened  
if the vehicle is unlocked. Release the  
fuel filler flap by pushing the flap.  
 
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Driving and operating  
Caution  
Driving characteristics and  
towing tips  
Trailer hitch  
General information  
Wipe off any overflowing fuel  
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate  
the coupling ball. However, do not do  
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the  
coupling ball, is being used to reduce  
snaking movements.  
immediately.  
Only use towing equipment that has  
been approved for your vehicle.  
To close, turn the fuel filler cap  
clockwise until it clicks.  
Close the flap and allow it to engage.  
Entrust retrofitting of towing  
equipment to a workshop. It may be  
necessary to make changes that  
affect the cooling system, heat  
shields or other equipment.  
During trailer towing do not exceed a  
speed of 50 mph. A maximum speed  
of 60 mph is only appropriate if an  
oscillation damper is used and the  
permissible gross trailer weight does  
not exceed the vehicle's curb weight.  
For trailers with low driving stability  
and caravan trailers, the use of an  
oscillation damper is strongly  
recommended.  
Fuel filler cap  
Only use genuine fuel filler caps.  
Diesel-engined vehicles have special  
fuel filler caps.  
The bulb outage detection function for  
trailer brake light cannot detect a  
partial bulb outage. E.g. in case of  
four bulbs with a power of 5 W each,  
the function only detects lamp outage  
when only a single 5 W lamp remains  
or none remain.  
Trailers equipped with LED lights are  
not suitable for the wiring harness of  
this trailer hitch.  
Fitting of towing equipment could  
cover the opening of the towing eye.  
If this is the case, use the coupling ball  
bar for towing. Always keep the  
coupling ball bar in the vehicle to have  
it on hand if needed.  
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more  
slowly, do not attempt to correct the  
steering and brake sharply if  
necessary.  
When driving downhill, drive in the  
same gear as if driving uphill and  
drive at a similar speed.  
Adjust tyre pressure to the value  
specified for full load 3 235.  
Driving and operating  
Rear axle load  
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The permissible gross train weight  
must not be exceeded. This weight is  
specified on the identification plate  
3 228.  
Trailer towing  
Trailer loads  
When the trailer is coupled and the  
towing vehicle fully loaded, the  
permissible rear axle load (see  
identification plate or vehicle  
documents) may be exceeded by  
60 kg, the gross vehicle weight rating  
must not be exceeded. If the  
permissible rear axle load is  
exceeded, a maximum speed of  
60 mph applies.  
The permissible trailer loads are  
vehicle and engine-dependent  
maximum values which must not be  
exceeded. The actual trailer load is  
the difference between the actual  
gross weight of the trailer and the  
actual coupling socket load with the  
trailer coupled.  
Vertical coupling load  
The vertical coupling load is the load  
exerted by the trailer on the coupling  
ball. It can be varied by changing the  
weight distribution when loading the  
trailer.  
The maximum permissible vertical  
coupling load (55 kg) is specified on  
the towing equipment identification  
plate and in the vehicle documents.  
The permissible trailer loads are  
specified in the vehicle documents. In  
general, they are valid for gradients  
up to 12%.  
Always aim for the maximum vertical  
coupling load, especially in the case  
of heavy trailers. The vertical coupling  
load should never fall below 25 kg.  
The permissible trailer load applies  
up to the specified incline and at sea  
level. Since engine power decreases  
as altitude increases due to the air  
becoming thinner, therefore reducing  
climbing ability, the permissible gross  
train weight also decreases by 10%  
for every 1000 m of altitude. The  
gross train weight does not have to be  
reduced when driving on roads with  
slight inclines (less than 8%, e.g.  
motorways).  

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