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Child safety
Fitting the child restraint Top Tether to the anchoring point
Releasing the retaining strap
- Release the retainer strap in line with the instructions given by
the child safety seat manufacturer.
- Push the lock and release it from the anchoring support.
WARNING
Read and bear in mind all the WARNINGS ⇒ page 53.
Fig. 35 Retainer strap:
correct adjustment and
fitting
Securing the child restraint Top Tether to the anchoring point
placed on the vehicle luggage compartment cover
- Pull the securing belt of the child restraint according to its manu-
facturer instructions for use.
- Direct the Top Tether securing belt under the rear seat head
restraint ⇒ fig. 35 (lift the head restraint where necessary).
- Lift the luggage compartment cover anchorage cover -see detail-
⇒ fig. 35.
- Slide the belt so that the Top Tether belt is correctly secured to
the luggage compartment cover anchorage.
- Firmly tighten the Top Tether belt following the children restraint
manufacturer instructions.

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Fig. 36 Some of the equipment listed in this section is only fitted on certain models or are optional extras.

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57
Operating instructions
Cockpit
13
Drink holder
145
Overview
14
Stowage compartments
15
Depending on equipment fitted: Sound system or navigation
Instrument panel overview
system
16
Lockable glove compartment
149
1
Electric windows
106
17
Front passenger's airbag
32
2
Door handle
18
Climate control
154
3
Central locking switch
98
19
Switch for heated rear window
123
4
Electric adjuster for exterior mirrors
128
Thumbwheel for seat heating
20
161
5
Air outlets with thumbwheel
159
Ashtray
21
146
6
Light switch
112
Manual gear lever
22
7
Lever for indicators and main beam headlights
119
23
Cigarette lighter / Socket
146
8
Instrument panel
59
24
Auxiliary socket
9
Levers and switches for:
25
Tyre pressure monitoring
66
− Windscreen wipers and washer
125
26
Stowage compartment
− On-board computer
84
27
Handbrake
166
− Menu display
86
28
Seat memory
134
10
Ignition lock
163
29
Bonnet lock release
212
11
Depending on equipment fitted:
30
Headlight range control
116
− Electronic stabilisation programme (ESP)
68
− coming home and leaving home: delayed lights off and
− Warning lamp indicating that front passenger's airbag has
anticipated lights on function
115
been disabled
44
31
Lever for cruise control
170
− Switch for acoustic parking aid
167
32
Steering wheel with:
− Sun blind
124
− Horn
12
Hazard warning lights
118
− Driver's airbag
32
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− Controls for radio and telephone*
33
Adjustable steering column
162
34
Vehicle wallet compartment / knee airbag*
32
Note
• Separate operating instructions are enclosed if the vehicle is equipped
with a factory-fitted radio or navigation system.
• The arrangement of switches and controls on right-hand drive models*
may be slightly different from the layout shown in ⇒ page 56, fig. 36.
However, the symbols used to identify the controls are the same.

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Instruments
Instrument panel overview
The instrument panel is the driver's information centre.
Fig. 37 Overview of instrument panel
1
Coolant temperature gauge
60
6
Adjuster buttons for
2
Rev counter incorporating digital clock and date
61, 61
− Digital clock and date
61
3
Warning and indicator lamps
65
− Instrument lighting
62
4
Speedometer (incorporating mileage recorder display)
63
7
Digital display with
5
Fuel gauge
63
− Service indicator
74
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− Driver information system
71
Normal temperature
B
8
CHECK button
64
In normal operations, the needle will settle somewhere in the centre of the
9
Call-up button for service indicator
74
dial once the engine has reached running temperature. The temperature may
10
Reset button for trip recorder
63
also rise when the engine is working hard, especially at high outside temper-
atures. This is no cause for concern, provided the warning lamp
does not
light up in the instrument panel.
Warning temperature
C
Coolant temperature gauge
If the symbol flashes in the display, this means that either the coolant
temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low ⇒ page 77.
WARNING
• Before opening the bonnet and checking the coolant level, observe the
warning information ⇒ page 213.
• Never open the bonnet when steam or coolant is being released from it.
This could lead to burns. Wait until you can no longer see or hear escaping
steam or coolant.
Caution
Fig. 38 Engine coolant
Accessories in front of the air inlet reduce the cooling effect of the coolant. At
temperature gauge
high outside temperatures and high engine loads, there is a risk of the
engine overheating.
The coolant temperature gauge ⇒ fig. 38 only works when the ignition is
switched on. In order to avoid engine damage, please read the following
notes for the different temperature ranges.
Cold temperature
A
If the needle is still on the left of the dial, this indicates that the engine has
not yet reached operating temperature. Avoid high revs and heavy accelera-
tion and do not make the engine work hard.

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Rev counter
For the sake of the environment
The rev counter indicates the number of engine revolutions
Changing up a gear early will help you to save fuel and minimise engine
per minute.
noise.
Digital clock and date
Your vehicle is equipped with a quartz clock.
Fig. 39 Detailed view of
the instrument panel: Rev.
counter
You should select a lower gear if the engine speed drops below 1500 rpm.
The start of the red zone on the dial indicates the maximum engine speed
Fig. 40 Detail of the
which may be used when the engine is warm and after it has been run in prop-
instrument cluster: Digital
erly. However, it is advisable to change up a gear or lift your foot off the accel-
clock
erator before the needle reaches the red zone.
The time and date are set using the + and buttons.
Caution
The rev. counter needle ⇒ fig. 39 must only reach the red zone for a short
Setting the hour
period, otherwise the engine could be damaged. The start of the red zone on
- Press the
MODE
button. The hour display will start to flash.
the dial is different for some engine versions.
– Use the + and - buttons to set the hour.
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Setting the minutes
When the ignition is switched off, the mileage recorder and the digital clock
with date display can be switched on for a few seconds by pressing the CHECK
- Keep pressing the
MODE
button until the minutes display
button ⇒ page 59, fig. 37
8
flashes.
- Use the + and buttons to set the minutes.
Instrument lighting
Setting the date
- Keep pressing the
MODE
button until the date display (day)
The brightness of the instrument lighting can be adjusted as
flashes.
required.
- Use the + and buttons to set the day.
- Keep pressing the
MODE
button until the month display flashes.
– Use the + and buttons to set the month.
- Keep pressing the
MODE
button until the year display flashes.
– Use the + and buttons to set the year.
Disabling the date display
- Keep pressing the
MODE
button until the complete date display
flashes.
Fig. 41 Instrument panel
lighting
- Use the button to disable the date display.
-
Press the "+" button to increase the brightness of the instrument
Enabling the date display
lighting.
- Keep pressing the
MODE
button until the complete date display
flashes.
-
Press the "-" button to reduce the brightness of the instrument
lighting.
- Use the + button to enable the date display.
The instrument lighting (dials and needles), the centre console illumination
When the display stops flashing, this means the setting you are performing
and the illumination of the displays are regulated by a light sensor incorpo-
is completed and the time and date have been successfully stored.
rated in the instrument panel, depending on the outside light.

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Speedometer with distance display
Fault display
If there is a fault in the instrument panel, the letters DEF will permanently
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle and the
appear in the trip recorder display. Please have the fault rectified as soon as
distance travelled.
possible.
Electronic immobiliser
The vehicle key data is consulted when the ignition is switched on.
If an uncoded key is used, the message SAFE will appear in the trip recorder
display. The vehicle can no longer be started if that happens.
Fuel reserve
The display only works when the ignition is switched on.
Fig. 42 Detailed view of
When the needle reaches the reserve zone, the symbol lights up in the
the instrument panel:
instrument cluster display ⇒ page 79. At this point there are still about 8 to
Distance display
10 litres of fuel left in the tank. This is your reminder to fill up soon.
The tank capacity of your vehicle is given in the Technical data section
The distance is normally stated in kilometres (km). On some models,
⇒ page 282.
however, the mileage recorder will show “miles”.
Lower distance display
Caution
The lower distance display records the vehicle's total mileage.
Never run the tank completely dry. If there is an irregular fuel supply, misfiring
can occur. This means that fuel could reach the exhaust system without
Upper distance display (trip recorder)
burning. This may lead to the catalytic converter reheating and being
The upper distance display shows the distance that has been travelled since
damaged.
the trip recorder was last reset. It is used to measure short journeys. The last
digit of the trip recorder indicates distances of 100 metres or tenths of a mile.
The upper distance display can be reset to zero by pressing the reset button
⇒ fig. 42.
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CHECK button
Calling up driver messages
If a Priority 1 symbol flashes in the display ⇒ page 75, or if the bulb monitor
detects a failure of one of the lights ⇒ page 81, the relevant driver informa-
tion can be called up again by briefly pressing the
CHECK
button. For
example:
Switch off engine, check oil level
The message will disappear from the display after about 5 seconds.
Speed warning
You can press the
button to set speed limit warning 1 ⇒ page 82,
CHECK
“Setting speed limit warning 1” while the vehicle is moving. Speed limit
warning 2* can only be set when the ignition is switched off ⇒ page 83,
Fig. 43 Detailed view of
“Setting speed limit warning 2”.
the instrument panel:
CHECK button
The
button has the following functions:
CHECK
Enabling the digital clock and the distance display
When the ignition is switched off, the distance display and the digital clock
with date display can be enabled for a few seconds by pressing the
CHECK
button ⇒ fig. 43.
Starting check procedure (auto-check control)
The auto-check control ⇒ page 75 checks important components and vehicle
systems. These background checks are run constantly, as long as the ignition
is switched on.
You can start the “check procedure” manually by pressing the
button
CHECK
with the ignition switched on. This function check can be started with the
engine either stationary or running, but not at road speeds above 5 km/h.

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Warning and indicator lamps
Cruise control
⇒ page 67
Trailer indicators
⇒ page 67
General description
The warning and indicator lamps indicate a number of
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
⇒ page 67
different functions and possible faults.
Seat belt warning
⇒ page 68
Left indicators
⇒ page 68
Electronic stabilisation programme (ESP)
⇒ page 68
Alternator
⇒ page 69
Main beam headlights
⇒ page 69
Engine management (alternative to )
⇒ page 69

Glow plug system (alternative to )
⇒ page 70
Fault in brake system / handbrake is
⇒ page 70
applied
Fig. 44 Instrument panel with warning and indicator lamps
Right indicators
⇒ page 68
Exhaust emission control system
⇒ page 66
Note
A number of functions are monitored by the auto-check control ⇒ page 75. If
Airbag system
⇒ page 66
a malfunction should occur, this will be shown by the display in the instru-
ment cluster either with a red symbol (priority 1 - danger) or a yellow symbol
Tyre pressure too low
⇒ page 66
(priority 2 - warning).
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Exhaust emission control system
Tyre pressure monitoring display
The tyre pressure should be corrected as soon as possible if
If the warning lamp lights up continuously you should take your vehicle to a
specialist garage as soon as possible in order to have the fault rectified.
it is too low.
If the warning lamp flashes drive on at reduced speed and seek professional
help in order to avoid damage to the catalytic converter.
For further information on the catalytic converter ⇒ page 182.
Airbag system
This warning lamp monitors the airbag and belt tension
device system.
The warning lamp should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is
Fig. 45 Display: system
switched on.
fault
If the warning lamp does not go out, or if it lights up, flashes or flickers when
the vehicle is moving, this indicates a malfunction in the system.
WARNING
If a malfunction should occur, have the system checked immediately by a
specialist garage. Otherwise there is a risk that the airbag system and/or
belt tensioners may not be triggered in an accident.
Fig. 46 Display: warning
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The yellow warning lamp remains on if the system is faulty or if
Trailer indicators*
the pressure is too low in at least one tyre. In the event of a system
fault, the letters TPMS are displayed in the centre of the instrument
This indicator lamp flashes when the indicators are operating
panel ⇒ page 66, fig. 45. In case the tyre pressure drops rapidly,
while towing a caravan or trailer.
the message
A
⇒ page 66, fig. 46 is shown on the central display
The indicator lamp flashes when the indicators are operated if a trailer is
of the instrument panel. If the pressure loss is slowly, the message
correctly coupled to the vehicle.
B
⇒ page 66, fig. 46 is shown on the central display of the isntru-
ment panel. The message does not show the tyre affected. Should
Where a turn signal lamp does not work, either on the trailer or on the towing
any of these warnings be displayed:
vehicle, the indicator lamp will not flash.
- Stop the engine.
- Check the tyres. Although the warning corresponds to just one
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
tyre, you should also check the others.
The warning lamp monitors the ABS and the integrated elec-
- Correct the tyre pressure ⇒ page 228.
tronic differential lock (EDL).
The warning lamp lights up for a few seconds when the ignition is
For more detailed information on the tyre pressure monitoring system, please
switched on and while the engine is being started. The lamp goes out again
refer to ⇒ page 227.
after the system has run through an automatic test sequence.
There is a fault in the ABS if:
Cruise control system*
• the warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on,
• The warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds.
The indicator lamp on the instrument panel lights up when the cruise
• The warning lamp lights up when the vehicle is moving.
control system is operating.
The vehicle can still brake in the normal way (except that the ABS control func-
tion is out of action). Please take the vehicle to a specialist garage as soon as
possible. For further information on the ABS ⇒ page 176.
If a malfunction should occur in the ABS, the ESP warning lamp will also light
up.
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Entire brake system fault
Seat belt warning lamp*
If the ABS warning lamp lights up together with the brake warning lamp
⇒ page 70 (with the handbrake released), this indicates not only a fault
The warning lamp acts as a reminder to the driver to fasten
in the ABS function, but probably also a malfunction in the main brake system
the seat belt.
as well ⇒
After switching on the ignition, the warning lamp will remain lit until the
The symbol will light up in the instrument panel if a fault occurs in the
driver and front passenger (if applicable) have fastened their seat belts.
brake system. Please refer to ⇒ page 77.
When the vehicle has reached a certain speed, you will also hear a warning
signal and the warning light will flash.
Electronic differential lock (EDL) fault
The EDL works in conjunction with the ABS. The ABS indicator lamp will light
For further information on the seat belts, see ⇒ page 22.
up to indicate an EDL fault. Please take the vehicle to a specialist garage
as soon as possible. For further information on the EDL ⇒ page 177.
Indicators and hazard warning lights
WARNING
• Before opening the bonnet and checking the brake fluid level, observe
Depending on which turn signal is operated, either the left or right indi-
the warning information in ⇒ page 213, “Work in the engine compart-
cator lamp flashes. Both indicator lamps will flash when the hazard warning
ment”.
lights are switched on.
• If the brake warning lamp should light up together with the ABS
If one turn signal fails, the indicator lamp will start flashing twice as fast as
warning lamp , stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid
normal.
level in the reservoir. If the fluid level has dropped below the "MIN" mark
This does not apply when towing a trailer. Where a turn signal lamp does not
you must not drive on otherwise there may be an increased accident risk.
work, either on the trailer or on the towing vehicle, the indicator lamp will not
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flash. For further information on the indicators, see ⇒ page 119.
• If the brake fluid level is correct, the fault in the brake system may have
been caused by a fault in the ABS control function. As a result, the rear
wheels can lock relatively easily when braking. Under certain circum-
stances, the rear of the vehicle could suddenly sway from side to side, with
Electronic stabilisation programme
the subsequent danger of skidding. Drive carefully to the nearest specialist
garage and have the fault rectified.
This warning lamp monitors the electronic stabilisation
program (ESP).
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• It will start flashing to indicate that ESP is counteracting an unstable
driving condition.
Caution
• It lights up when the ignition is switched on for approx. 2 seconds while
If the coolant warning lamp in the instrument panel lights up as well as the
the function is checked.
alternator waning lamp while driving ⇒ page 77, stop the vehicle immedi-
ately and switch off the engine. In this case the coolant pump is no longer
• The warning lamp will light up if there is a malfunction in the ESP.
being driven, and there is a risk of engine damage.
• It will light up after the battery has been disconnected.
• The warning lamp will light up if the ESP is switched off.
• It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the ESP
Main beam headlights
operates in conjunction with the ABS.
If the ESP warning lamp lights up and stays on after the engine is started, this
The indicator lamp lights up when the main beams are on or when the
may mean that the control system has temporarily switched off the ESP. In this
headlight flasher is operated.
case the ESP can be reactivated by switching the ignition off and then on
again. After this the warning lamp should go out to show that the system is
For further information on the main beam headlights, see ⇒ page 119.
fully functional.
The warning lamp will light up when the ignition is switched on if the battery
has been disconnected and then reconnected. It should go out again after
Engine management 
driving a short distance if the steering wheel is turned slightly.
This warning lamp monitors the engine management system
For further information on the ESP, see ⇒ page 177.
for petrol engines.
The warning lamp  (Electronic Power Control) lights up while the function
Alternator
is being checked.
The warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator or in the
Note
vehicle's electrical system.
If the warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is moving, this indicates a fault
in the engine management system. The vehicle must be taken immediately to
The warning lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on. It should
a specialist garage to have the engine serviced.
switch off after the engine has started.
If the warning lamp lights up when you are driving, you can normally
continue as far as the nearest specialist garage. However, given that the
battery will be running down, any electrical consumption not absolutely vital
should be switched off.
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