Driving and operating for Your Vauxhall Vivaro Van Third Generation (2019-2026)

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Driving and operating  
Manual transmission .................. 175  
Drive systems ............................ 176  
Drive modes ............................ 176  
Brakes ........................................ 176  
Antilock brake system ............. 176  
Parking brake .......................... 177  
Brake assist ............................. 180  
Hill start assist ......................... 180  
Regenerative braking .............. 180  
Charging .................................... 214  
General information ................. 214  
Charging types ........................ 215  
Charging cable ........................ 216  
Programmable charging .......... 222  
Charging status ....................... 223  
Fuel ............................................ 224  
Fuel for diesel engines ............ 224  
Refuelling ................................ 225  
Trailer hitch ................................ 226  
General information ................. 226  
Driving characteristics and  
towing tips .............................. 226  
Trailer towing ........................... 227  
Towing equipment ................... 228  
Trailer stability assist ............... 231  
Driving and  
operating  
Driving hints ............................... 157  
Control of the vehicle ............... 157  
Steering ................................... 157  
Starting and operating ............... 157  
New vehicle running-in ............ 157  
Ignition switch positions ........... 157  
Power button ........................... 158  
Starting the engine .................. 159  
Overrun cut-off ........................ 161  
Stop-start system .................... 161  
Parking .................................... 164  
Engine exhaust .......................... 165  
Exhaust filter ............................ 165  
Catalytic converter ................... 165  
AdBlue ..................................... 166  
Ride control systems ................. 181  
Electronic Stability Control and  
Traction Control system ......... 181  
Selective ride control ............... 182  
Driver assistance systems ......... 184  
Cruise control .......................... 184  
Speed limiter ........................... 187  
Semi-adaptive cruise control ... 191  
Forward collision alert ............. 197  
Active emergency braking ....... 199  
Front pedestrian protection ..... 201  
Parking assist .......................... 202  
Side blind spot alert ................. 205  
Panoramic view system ........... 207  
Rear view camera ................... 210  
Traffic sign assistant ................ 211  
Lane departure warning .......... 211  
Driver alert ............................... 212  
Electric drive unit ....................... 169  
Operation ................................. 169  
Automatic transmission .............. 172  
Transmission display ............... 172  
Gear selection ......................... 172  
Manual mode ........................... 173  
Electronic driving programmes 174  
Fault ........................................ 174  
Driving and operating  
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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.  
All systems function during an  
Autostop.  
Stop-start system 3 161.  
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.  
Exhaust filter 3 165.  
Use only floor mats, which fit properly  
and are fixed by the retainers on the  
driver side.  
Ignition switch positions  
Turn key:  
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Driving and operating  
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 about 3 seconds  
3 159. Steering wheel locks as soon  
as vehicle is stationary.  
Steering wheel lock  
The steering wheel lock activates  
automatically when:  
The electronic key 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.  
Driving and operating  
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Hold the electronic key with buttons  
outside at the marking on the steering  
column cover as shown in the  
illustration.  
Operate the clutch pedal (manual  
transmission), the brake pedal and  
press Start/Stop.  
This option is intended for  
emergencies only. Replace the  
electronic key battery as soon as  
possible 3 23.  
For unlocking or locking the doors,  
see fault in radio remote control unit  
or electronic key system 3 24.  
Starting the engine  
Vehicles with ignition switch  
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.  
Operation on vehicles with  
electronic key system in case of  
failure  
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.  
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.  
Do not operate accelerator pedal.  
Diesel engines: wait until control  
indicator z extinguishes.  
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Driving and operating  
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  
3 161.  
Automatic transmission: during an  
Autostop, the engine can be started  
by releasing the brake pedal 3 161.  
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Manual transmission: 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.  
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9 Danger  
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.  
Vehicles with power button  
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Before restarting or to switch off  
the engine when vehicle is  
stationary, press Start/Stop once  
more briefly.  
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 3 161.  
Automatic transmission: during  
an Autostop, the engine can be  
started by releasing the brake  
pedal 3 161.  
Driving and operating  
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Depending on driving conditions, the  
overrun cut-off may be deactivated.  
With touchscreen  
Starting the vehicle at low  
temperatures  
The system can be activated in the  
vehicle personalisation 3 127. If the  
stop-start system is temporarily not  
available, the control indicator D  
flashes for a few seconds.  
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.  
Deactivation  
Without touchscreen  
Activation  
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.  
Without touchscreen  
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.  
Press D to deactivate the stop-start  
system. 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.  
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Driving and operating  
With touchscreen  
The engine will be switched off while  
the ignition stays on.  
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The ambient temperature is  
between 0 °C and 35 °C.  
The engine coolant temperature  
is not too high.  
The engine exhaust temperature  
is not too high, e.g. after driving  
with high engine load.  
The stop-start system can be  
deactivated in the vehicle  
personalisation 3 127.  
Indication  
If the system is deactivated during an  
Autostop, the engine restarts  
immediately.  
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The climate control system  
Autostop  
Vehicles with manual transmission  
An Autostop can be activated at a  
standstill or at speed below 12 mph.  
allows an Autostop.  
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The brake vacuum is sufficient.  
The self-cleaning function of the  
exhaust filter is not active.  
The vehicle was driven at least at  
walking speed since the last  
Autostop.  
An Autostop is indicated by control  
indicator ñ.  
Activate an Autostop as follows:  
During an Autostop, the heating and  
brake performance will be  
maintained.  
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Depress the clutch pedal.  
Set the selector lever to neutral.  
Release the clutch pedal.  
Otherwise an Autostop will be  
inhibited.  
Conditions for an Autostop  
The engine will be switched off while  
the ignition stays on.  
The stop-start system checks if each  
of the following conditions is fulfilled.  
Notice  
The Autostop may be inhibited for  
several hours after a battery  
replacement or reconnection.  
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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.  
Vehicles with automatic transmission  
If the vehicle is at a standstill with  
depressed brake pedal or gear  
selector in N, Autostop is activated  
automatically.  
In case of vehicles with automatic  
transmission of type B, an Autostop  
can also be activated at a speed  
below 12 mph.  
Certain settings of the climate control  
system may inhibit an Autostop.  
Climate control 3 145.  
Immediately after higher speed  
driving an Autostop may be inhibited.  
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The sliding doors are closed  
The vehicle battery is sufficiently  
charged and in good condition.  
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The engine is warmed up.  
Driving and operating  
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New vehicle running-in 3 157.  
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the gear selector is in position N,  
the brake pedal is released and  
the gear selector is moved to  
position D with M activated or not  
the gear selector is in position P,  
the brake pedal is depressed and  
the gear selector is moved to  
position R, N or D with M  
activated or not  
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depending on engine, vehicle  
speed exceeding 0.6 mph or  
Vehicle battery discharge protection  
To ensure reliable engine restarts,  
several vehicle battery discharge  
protection features are implemented  
as part of the stop-start system.  
15 mph(manual transmission)  
vehicle speed exceeding  
0.6 mph (automatic  
transmission)  
stop-start system manually  
deactivated  
driver's door opened  
sliding door opened.  
driver's seat belt unfastened  
engine temperature too low  
charging level of vehicle battery  
below defined level  
brake vacuum not sufficient  
vehicle driven at least at walking  
speed  
climate control system requests  
engine start  
Power saving measures  
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.  
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the reverse gear is engaged  
Type B: The engine is restarted if  
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the gear selector is in position A  
or M and the brake pedal is  
released  
the gear selector is in position N,  
the brake pedal is depressed and  
and the gear selector is moved to  
A or M  
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Restart of the engine by the driver  
Vehicles with manual transmission  
Depress the clutch pedal without  
depressing the brake pedal to restart  
the engine.  
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the reverse gear is engaged  
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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:  
air conditioning manually  
switched on  
Vehicles with automatic transmission  
Type A: The engine is restarted if  
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.  
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the gear selector is in position D  
with M activated or not and the  
brake pedal is released  
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Driving and operating  
Notice  
Parking  
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Switch off the engine.  
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.  
Remove the ignition key from  
the ignition switch or switch off  
ignition on vehicles with power  
button. Turn the steering wheel  
until the steering wheel lock is  
felt to engage.  
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.  
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.  
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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 3 235.  
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Apply the parking brake.  
If the vehicle is on a level  
surface or uphill slope, engage  
first gear or set the selector  
lever to position P (automatic  
transmission type A) / N  
(automatic transmission type  
B). On an uphill slope, turn the  
front wheels away from the  
kerb.  
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Caution  
After running at high engine  
speeds or with high engine loads,  
operate the engine briefly at a low  
load or run in neutral for  
approx. 30 seconds before  
switching off, in order to protect  
the turbocharger.  
If the vehicle is on a downhill  
slope, engage reverse gear or  
set the selector lever to position  
P (automatic transmission type  
A) / N (automatic transmission  
type B). Turn the front wheels  
towards the kerb.  
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Close the windows.  
Driving and operating  
Catalytic converter  
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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  
Engine exhaust  
The catalytic converter reduces the  
amount of harmful substances in the  
exhaust gases.  
9 Danger  
extinguishes.  
Engine exhaust gases contain  
poisonous carbon monoxide,  
which is colourless and odourless  
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.  
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 page 3 290 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.  
Avoid driving with an open load  
compartment, otherwise exhaust  
gases could enter the vehicle.  
Cleaning process not possible  
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 + or C,  
accompanied by a message in the  
Driver Information Centre and a  
chime.  
If + 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.  
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Driving and operating  
1. The first possible warning is Top  
up emissions additive: Starting  
prevented in 1500 mi.  
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  
Caution  
Avoid contact of the paintwork with  
AdBlue.  
In case of contact, rinse off with  
When switching on the ignition,  
this warning will show up once  
briefly with the calculated range.  
Additionally, control indicator  
B will illuminate and a chime  
will sound. Driving is possible  
without any restrictions.  
water.  
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  
with a range below 500 miles. The  
message with the current range  
will always be displayed when  
ignition is switched on.  
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.  
Notice  
Frozen and again liquefied AdBlue is  
usable without quality loss.  
Additionally, control indicator  
B will illuminate and a chime  
will sound. Refill AdBlue before  
entering the next warning level.  
When driving, the chime sounds  
and the message is displayed  
every 60 miles until the AdBlue  
tank has been topped-up.  
The typical AdBlue consumption is  
approx. 22 l per 6000 miles to  
9000 miles depending on driving  
behaviour (e.g. high load or towing).  
9 Warning  
Avoid contact of your eyes or skin  
with AdBlue.  
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.  
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.  
In case of eye or skin contact,  
rinse off with water.  
Additionally, control indicator  
Driving and operating  
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B will flash and a chime will  
sound. Refill AdBlue as soon as  
possible before the AdBlue tank is  
completely empty. Otherwise, a  
restart of the engine will not be  
possible.  
When driving, the chime sounds  
and the message is displayed  
every 6 miles until the AdBlue tank  
has been topped-up.  
When driving, the message is  
displayed every 30 s while the  
fault persists.  
High emission warnings  
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.  
1. If a fault is detected for the first  
time, the warning Emissions fault  
is displayed.  
3. If the last warning level is entered,  
the following warning message  
will be displayed:  
Emissions fault: Starting  
prevented  
Additionally, control indicators  
B, C and W will illuminate  
and a chime will sound.  
4. The last warning level is entered  
when the AdBlue tank is empty.  
Restart of the engine is not  
Additionally, control indicators  
B, C and W will illuminate  
and a chime will sound. Driving is  
possible without any restrictions.  
Consult a workshop for  
assistance.  
possible. The following warning  
message will be displayed:  
Refilling AdBlue  
Caution  
If it is a temporary fault, the alert  
Top up emissions additive:  
Starting prevented  
Additionally, control indicator  
B 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.  
disappears during the next  
journey, after self-diagnosis of the  
emissions control system.  
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.  
2. If the fault is confirmed by the  
emission control system, the  
following message will be  
displayed:  
Emissions fault: Starting  
prevented in 650 miles.  
Additionally, control indicators  
B, C and W will illuminate  
and a chime will sound.  
Notice  
Depending on the engine different  
levels may apply.  
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Driving and operating  
Notice  
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.  
The vehicle must be parked on a level  
surface.  
1. Remove key from ignition switch.  
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 AdBlue 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.  
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.  
Since AdBlue has a limited  
durability, check the date of expiry  
before refilling.  
2. Open the driver's door to access  
the AdBlue flap.  
3. Open the AdBlue flap by inserting  
a finger in the slot in the low part  
of the flap. Pull the flap to the front.  
Notice  
Notice  
Refill the AdBlue tank to a level of at  
least 5 l to ensure that the new  
AdBlue level is being detected.  
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.  
In case AdBlue refill is not  
successfully 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.  
Driving and operating  
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Notice  
Electric drive unit  
Operation  
The vehicle uses an electric drive unit  
with a 1-gear transmission. The  
selector 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. This can take up to 5  
minutes.  
P : park position, wheels are locked,  
engage only when the vehicle is  
stationary, engaged  
8. Place the canister on the ground  
automatically when driver's door  
is opened or engine is switched  
off  
to empty the hose, wait 15 s.  
9. Unscrew the hose from the filler  
neck.  
R : reverse gear, engage only when  
the vehicle is stationary  
N : neutral  
10. Mount the protective cap and turn  
clockwise until it engages.  
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Driving and operating  
D : drive mode, low recuperation  
B : regenerative braking, high  
recuperation  
To shift out of R, depress the  
brake pedal and shift into the  
desired gear.  
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.  
Shifting  
Caution  
Shifting always starts from a centre  
position and is operated by pushing  
the selector up and down. Once  
The electric drive unit will shift to P  
automatically if  
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.  
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the vehicle is stopped  
operated, the selector will return to  
the centre position.The selected gear  
is indicated in the instrument cluster.  
the driver's door is opened while  
the vehicle's speed is below  
1 mph  
Park position P  
Neutral N  
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.  
To shift out of P:  
This position locks the front wheels. It  
is the recommended position when  
starting the propulsion system  
because the vehicle cannot move  
easily.  
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.  
1. Depress the brake pedal.  
2. Shift into the desired gear.  
Drive mode D  
This position is for normal driving.  
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  
Reverse gear R  
Caution  
Use this gear to reverse.  
To shift into and out of R:  
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, depress the brake  
pedal and move the selector  
forward.  
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Notice  
If B is activated and the driver shifts  
from D to R or N, B is not deactivated,  
however the brake function is not  
available. The next time the driver  
shifts into D, B is automatically  
activated.  
The procedure for the deactivation of  
the automatic operation of P mode  
also deactivates the automatic  
In slippery conditions, operate the  
vehicle in D for enhanced riding and  
handling performance.  
operation of the electric parking  
brake. For this procedure, refer to the  
description of the parking brake.  
Regenerative braking mode B  
In this position, vehicle speed is  
significantly reduced by releasing the  
accelerator pedal, without operating  
the brake pedal.  
Regenerative braking 3 180.  
Parking brake 3 177  
Caution  
Use B when driving down steep hills,  
in deep snow, in mud or in stop-and-  
go traffic.  
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.  
9 Warning  
In the case of extreme  
temperatures or if the high voltage  
battery is almost fully charged, the  
brake force of the regenerative  
braking may be temporarily  
Deactivating the automatic  
operation of P mode for electric  
vehicles  
reduced. If the braking force is not  
sufficient, the driver has to be  
prepared to use the brake pedal.  
In certain situations such as very cold  
weather, when being towed or using  
an automatic car wash, it may be  
necessary to deactivate the  
To activate B, shift into D and press  
button B.  
To deactivate B, press button B.  
automatic operation of P.  
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Driving and operating  
Transmission display  
Gear selection  
Automatic transmission  
The automatic transmission permits  
automatic gearshifting (automatic  
mode) or manual gearshifting  
(manual mode).  
Type A  
Manual shifting is possible in manual  
mode.  
Type A  
Move gear selector to position D,  
press M next to the selector gear  
selector and shift with the steering  
wheel paddles + and -.  
Type B  
The mode or selected gear is shown  
in the Driver Information Centre.  
In automatic mode, the driving  
programme is indicated by D, A or  
AUTO.  
In manual mode, M and the number  
of the selected gear is indicated.  
R indicates reverse gear.  
N indicates neutral position.  
For automatic transmission type A  
only: P indicates park position.  
Move gear selector to M and shift with  
the steering wheel paddles + and -.  
Turn the gear selector.  
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  
Manual mode 3 173.  
Gear selection 3 172.  
D : automatic mode  
M : manual mode  
The gear selector is locked in P and  
can only be moved when the ignition  
is on and the brake pedal is applied.  
Gear selection 3 172.  
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The engine can only be started with  
the gear selector in position P or N.  
When position N is selected, press  
the brake pedal or apply the parking  
brake before starting.  
R : reverse gear, engage only when  
the vehicle is stationary  
N : neutral  
A : automatic mode  
M : manual mode  
Type B  
Apply the parking brake and select  
N or leave the selected gear selector  
position.  
Do not accelerate while engaging a  
gear. Never depress the accelerator  
pedal and brake pedal at the same  
time.  
When a gear is engaged, the vehicle  
slowly begins to creep when the  
brake is released.  
Manual mode  
1. Activate manual mode  
The engine can only be started with  
the gear selector in position N. When  
position N is selected, press the brake  
pedal and start the engine.  
Do not accelerate while engaging a  
gear. Never depress the accelerator  
pedal and brake pedal at the same  
time.  
a) Automatic transmission type A:  
Manual mode M can be activated  
from position D in each driving  
situation and speed.  
Type B  
When a gear is engaged, the vehicle  
slowly begins to creep when the  
brake is released.  
Engine braking  
To utilise the engine braking effect,  
select a lower gear when driving  
downhill.  
Parking  
Type A:  
Press button M.  
b) Automatic transmission type B:  
Apply the parking brake and select P.  
Turn the gear selector.  
Move gear selector to position M  
if vehicle is at a standstill.  
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Driving and operating  
In manual mode, no automatic  
shifting to a higher gear takes place  
at high engine revolutions.  
enables the driver to select  
manually first, second or third  
gear for starting off.  
Gear shift indication  
Kickdown  
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.  
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.  
2. Pull steering wheel paddles to  
select gears manually.  
Pull right steering wheel paddle + to  
shift to a higher gear.  
Pull left steering wheel paddle - to  
shift to a lower gear.  
Multiple pulls allow gears to be  
skipped.  
Electronic driving  
programmes  
Fault  
In the event of a fault a message is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
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Following a cold start, the  
operating temperature  
programme increases engine  
speed to quickly bring the  
catalytic converter to the required  
temperature.  
Vehicle messages 3 126.  
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.  
The selected gear is indicated in the  
instrument cluster.  
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Special programmes  
automatically adapt the shifting  
points when driving up inclines or  
down hills.  
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.  
In snowy or icy conditions or on  
other slippery surfaces, the  
electronic transmission control  
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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.  
Manual transmission  
Caution  
It is not advisable to drive with the  
hand resting on the selector lever.  
Gear shift indication 3 114.  
Stop-start system 3 161.  
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.  
To engage reverse on 5-speed  
transmission, depress the clutch  
pedal and move the selector lever to  
the right and rear.  
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.  
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Driving and operating  
Normal mode  
Drive systems  
Brakes  
The brake system comprises two  
independent brake circuits.  
If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can  
still be braked using the other brake  
circuit. However, braking effect is  
achieved only when the brake pedal  
is depressed firmly. Considerably  
more force is needed for this. The  
braking distance is extended. Seek  
the assistance of a workshop before  
continuing the journey.  
Optimises range and dynamic  
performance. This mode is  
automatically selected everytime the  
vehicle is started.  
Drive modes  
Following drive modes are selectable:  
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Normal mode  
Power mode  
Eco mode  
Power mode  
Provides the same performance as  
Normal mode, however, when the  
vehicle is fully loaded.  
Each drive mode corresponds to a  
different vehicle setting.  
Eco mode  
Optimises energy consumption by  
reducing the performance of heating  
and air conditioning as well as  
reducing the performance of the  
electric engine.  
When the engine is not running, the  
support of the brake servo unit  
disappears once the brake pedal has  
been depressed once or twice.  
Braking effect is not reduced, but  
braking requires significantly greater  
force. It is especially important to bear  
this in mind when being towed.  
Antilock brake system  
To select the respective drive mode,  
use the shown toggle switch.  
Antilock brake system (ABS)  
prevents the wheels from locking.  
Driving and operating  
Manual parking brake  
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ABS starts to regulate brake pressure  
as soon as a wheel shows a tendency  
to lock. The vehicle remains  
Fault  
9 Warning  
steerable, even during hard braking.  
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.  
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.  
Have the cause of the fault remedied  
by a workshop.  
9 Warning  
Parking brake  
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.  
9 Warning  
After starting off, the system performs  
a self-test which may be audible.  
Before leaving the vehicle, make  
sure the parking brake is applied.  
Control indicator h illuminates  
constantly when parking brake is  
applied.  
To reduce the operating forces of  
the parking brake, depress the  
foot brake at the same time.  
Control indicator i 3 114.  
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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  
Electric vehicles: Selecting R, D or B  
and then 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.  
Releasing  
Switch on ignition. Keep brake pedal  
depressed and then push switch j.  
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.  
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  
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.  
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  
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 3 113.  
The electric parking brake  
operates automatically with  
adequate force.  
Before leaving the vehicle, check  
the electric parking brake status.  
Control indicator m 3 113.  
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instrument cluster. In this case,  
stability can only be provided by  
repeatedly pulling and pushing the  
switch j until the vehicle is  
immobilised.  
Automatic release:  
5. Release the switch j.  
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Parking brake releases  
automatically after moving off.  
6. Depress the brake pedal and  
keep it depressed.  
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j extinguishes in the  
instrument cluster and a display  
message pops up to confirm the  
release.  
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 3 113. The electric  
parking brake can only be applied and  
released manually.  
To reactivate the automatic  
operation, repeat the steps described  
above.  
Automatic operation  
Automatic operation includes  
automatic application and automatic  
release of the electric parking brake.  
If the vehicle is equipped with an  
automatic transmission and the brake  
is not released automatically, make  
sure the front doors are properly  
closed.  
Deactivation of the automatic  
operation for non-electric vehicles  
In certain situations such as very cold  
weather or when being towed, it is  
necessary to deactivate the  
automatic operation of the electric  
parking brake.  
The electric parking brake can also be  
applied or released manually by using  
the switch j.  
Automatic application:  
Deactivation of the automatic  
operation for electric vehicles  
In certain situations such as very cold  
weather, when being towed or using  
an automatic car wash, it is necessary  
to deactivate the automatic operation  
of the electric parking brake.  
The procedure for the deactivation of  
the automatic operation of the electric  
parking brake also deactivates the  
automatic operation of the park  
position P.  
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The electric parking brake is  
automatically applied when the  
vehicle is stationary and the  
ignition is switched off.  
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j illuminates in the instrument  
cluster and a display message  
pops up to confirm the  
application.  
1. Start the engine.  
2. If the parking brake is released,  
apply the parking brake pulling the  
switch j.  
3. Take your foot off the brake pedal.  
4. Press the switch j for at least  
10 seconds and maximum  
15 seconds.  
Electric drive unit 3 169.  
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Driving and operating  
1. With the vehicle stationary, the  
engine running and READY  
displayed in the instrument  
cluster, depress the brake pedal  
and shift into N.  
Functionality check  
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.  
When the vehicle is not moving, the  
electric parking brake might be  
applied automatically. This is done to  
check the system.  
2. Within 5 seconds, depress the  
brake pedal again and keep it  
depressed.  
Fault  
Hill start assist  
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.  
The system helps prevent unintended  
movement when driving away on  
inclines.  
3. Switch off the engine.  
4. Move the selector forward or  
backward.  
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.  
5. Release the brake pedal.  
6. Switch on the engine.  
Vehicle messages 3 126.  
Control indicator j flashes: electric  
parking brake is not fully applied or  
released. When continuously  
flashing, release electric parking  
brake and retry applying.  
7. Depress the brake pedal and  
keep it depressed.  
8. Push the switch j.  
9. Release the brake pedal.  
10. Switch off the vehicle.  
The deactivation of the automatic  
operation of the electric parking brake  
is confirmed by o illuminating in the  
instrument cluster 3 113. The electric  
parking brake can only be applied and  
released manually.  
Regenerative braking  
9 Warning  
Brake assist  
If brake pedal is depressed quickly  
and forcefully, maximum brake force  
is automatically applied.  
While using regenerative braking,  
the brake lights do not illuminate.  
If the succeeding traffic is to be  
warned, depress the brake pedal.  
Operation of brake assist might  
become apparent by a pulse in the  
brake pedal and a greater resistance  
when depressing the brake pedal.  
Regenerative braking generates  
electrical energy resulting from  
engine braking to charge the high  
To reactivate the automatic  
operation, repeat the steps described  
above.  
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voltage battery. Regenerative power  
may be limited when the high voltage  
battery is fully charged.  
individually. This considerably  
improves the driving stability of the  
vehicle on slippery road surfaces.  
Ride control systems  
Electronic Stability Control  
and Traction Control system  
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)  
improves driving stability when  
necessary, regardless of the type of  
road surface or tyre grip.  
As soon as the vehicle starts to  
swerve (understeer / oversteer),  
engine output is reduced and the  
wheels are braked individually.  
ESC operates in combination with the  
Traction Control system (TC). It  
prevents the driven wheels from  
spinning.  
ESC and TC are operational after  
each engine start as soon as the  
control indicator J extinguishes.  
When ESC and TC operate, J  
flashes.  
If the selector is in B, energy is  
regenerated when the accelerator  
pedal is lifted. In addition, the  
vehicle's deceleration is enforced.  
B can only be activated if the selector  
is in D.  
9 Warning  
The TC is a component of the ESC.  
Do not let this special safety  
feature tempt you into taking risks  
when driving.  
Adapt speed to the road  
conditions.  
Traction Control improves driving  
stability when necessary, regardless  
of the type of road surface or tyre grip,  
by preventing the driven wheels from  
spinning.  
Electric drive unit 3 169.  
As soon as the driven wheels starts to  
spin, engine output is reduced and  
the wheel spinning the most is braked  
Control indicator J 3 114.  
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Driving and operating  
Deactivation  
Fault  
Caution  
If there is a fault in the system, the  
control indicator J illuminates  
continuously and a message appears  
in the Driver Information Centre. The  
system is not operational.  
Have the cause of the fault remedied  
by a workshop.  
When driving off-road, sudden  
motion and manoeuvres can  
cause a collision or losing control.  
Selective ride control is designed to  
optimise traction in low-grip  
conditions (snow, mud and sand).  
It adapts to the terrain by acting on the  
front wheels, in doing so this saves  
the weight normally associated with a  
more conventional four wheel drive  
system.  
Selective ride control  
Caution  
ESC and TC can be deactivated,  
The vehicle is designed to drive  
principally on-road, but it also  
enables driving off-road  
occasionally.  
However, do not drive on terrain  
where the vehicle could be  
damaged due to obstacles, such  
as rocks among others and on  
terrain with steep inclines and  
poor grip.  
everytime it is required: press 9.  
The LED in the button 9 illuminates.  
A status message appears in the  
Driver Information Centre when ESC  
and TC are deactivated.  
ESC and TC are reactivated by  
pressing the 9 button again or in the  
case that the vehicle is driven faster  
than 30 mph.  
Do not cross waters.  
The LED in the button 9 extinguishes  
when ESC and TC are reactivated.  
ESC and TC are also reactivated the  
next time the ignition is switched on.  
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Selective ride control allows to  
Simultaneously, the wheel with the  
most grip is provided with the most  
torque possible.  
This mode is active up to a speed of  
50 mph.  
Standard mode 2  
choose between five driving modes:  
This mode is calibrated for a low level  
of wheel spin, based on the different  
types of grip generally encountered in  
normal day to day driving.  
Everytime the ignition is switched off,  
the system is automatically reset to  
this mode.  
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ESC off mode 9  
standard mode 2  
snow mode 3  
mud mode 4  
sand mode 1  
Sand mode 1  
This mode allows a small amount of  
simultaneous wheel spin on the two  
drive wheels, enabling the vehicle to  
advance and reduce the risk of  
sinking.  
This mode is active up to a speed of  
75 mph.  
The several modes can be activated  
by turning the control.  
An LED illuminates and a status  
message appears in the Driver  
Information Centre to confirm the  
chosen mode.  
Snow mode 3  
This mode adapts to the grip  
conditions encountered by each  
wheel when starting.  
When advancing, the system  
optimises wheel spin to guarantee the  
best acceleration based on the  
available traction. Recommended in  
cases of deep snow and steep  
inclines.  
Caution  
ESC off mode 9  
The ESC and Traction Control are  
deactivated in this mode.  
An LED in the button 9 illuminates.  
ESC and Traction Control are  
reactivated automatically from  
30 mph or everytime the ignition is  
switched on.  
Do not use the other modes on  
sand as the vehicle may become  
stuck.  
This mode is active up to a speed of  
30 mph.  
Mud mode 4  
This mode allows considerable wheel  
spin at start-up for the wheel with the  
least grip, this removes mud and re-  
establishes traction.  
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Driving and operating  
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.  
Switching on the system  
Driver assistance  
systems  
9 Warning  
Driver assistance systems are  
developed to support the driver  
and not to replace the driver's  
attention.  
The status and preset speed is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
The driver accepts full  
responsibility when driving the  
vehicle.  
Do not use the cruise control if it is not  
advisable to maintain a constant  
speed.  
When using driver assistance  
systems, always take care  
regarding the current traffic  
situation.  
Turn to Cruise, the symbol v and a  
message are displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre. The system is still  
not active.  
Control indicator v 3 117.  
Cruise control  
The cruise control can store and  
maintain speeds above 25 mph.  
Additionally at least the third gear  
must be engaged on manual  
transmission, on automatic  
transmission position D / A or the  
second or a higher gear in position  
M must be selected.  
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Accelerate to the desired speed and  
press SET/+ or SET/-. The current  
speed is stored and maintained.  
Accelerator pedal can be released.  
Press MEM to display the preset  
speeds in the Info Display.  
The preset speed can then be  
changed by pressing SET/+ to  
increase or SET/- to decrease the  
speed. Short press changes speed in  
small steps, long press in large steps.  
Activation of the functionality  
Setting the speed manually  
Select the requested speed by  
touching the relevant icon. This  
speed is the new value for the cruise  
control.  
Memorising of preset speeds 3 127  
Adopting the speed by the speed limit  
recognition  
Speed value is indicated in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
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.  
Selecting a preset speed  
Preset speed values can be selected  
from a list in the Info Display.  
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Driving and operating  
Using a camera at the top of the  
windscreen, this system detects and  
reads speed limit and end of speed  
limit signs. The system also takes  
account of information on speed limits  
from the navigation map data.  
The function can be deactivated or  
activated in the personalisation menu  
3 127.  
If the cruise control is active, the  
recognised speed limit will be  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre and MEM illuminates.  
Cruise control is deactivated, but not  
switched off. Last stored speed  
remains in memory for later speed  
resume.  
Cruise control is deactivated  
automatically:  
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.  
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The brake pedal is depressed.  
The clutch pedal is depressed.  
Vehicle speed is below 25 mph.  
The Traction Control system or  
Electronic Stability Control is  
operating.  
Deactivation of the functionality  
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The selector lever is in N  
(automatic transmission) / the  
first or second gear (manual  
transmission).  
The displayed information depends  
on the Driver Information Centre  
version.  
In the Driver Information Centre, the  
speed limit sign is shown in the  
display and MEM illuminates for a few  
seconds.  
Press MEM to request saving of the  
Press button to deactivate the  
functionality. The cruise control is in  
pause mode and a message is  
displayed. The vehicle is driven  
without cruise control.  
suggested speed.  
Press MEM once more to confirm and  
save the new speed setting.  
This speed is the new value for the  
cruise control.  
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Resume stored speed  
Switching off the system  
Speed limiter  
The speed limiter prevents the  
vehicle 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.  
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.  
Press the button at a speed above  
25 mph to return to the stored speed.  
Turn to 0 to switch off the system.  
Fault  
In the event of a cruise control fault,  
the speed is cleared resulting in  
flashing of the dashes.  
The cruise control may not operate  
correctly if traffic signs do not comply  
with the Vienna Convention on Road  
Signs and Signals.  
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Driving and operating  
Press the button once again to pause  
the activation of the system.  
Switching on the system  
Setting speed by the driver  
To set the speed, the system does not  
have to be activated.  
Activation of the functionality  
Turn to Limit, the symbol 5 and a  
message are displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre. The system is still  
not active.  
Following the preset speed can be set  
by pressing SET/+ to increase or  
SET/- to decrease the desired  
maximum speed. Short press  
changes the preset speed in small  
steps, long press in large steps. The  
speed value is indicated in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
Press the button to activate the  
system with the last programmed  
speed.  
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limit signs. The system also takes  
account of information on speed limits  
from the navigation map data.  
The function can be activated or  
deactivated in the personalisation  
menu 3 127.  
If the speed limiter is active, the  
recognised speed limit will be  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre and MEM illuminates.  
The displayed information depends  
on the Driver Information Centre  
version.  
In the Driver Information Centre, the  
speed limit sign is shown and MEM  
illuminates for a few seconds.  
Press MEM to request saving of the  
suggested speed.  
Press MEM once more to confirm and  
save the new speed setting.  
Select the requested speed by  
touching the relevant icon. This  
speed is the new value for the speed  
limiter.  
Selecting a preset speed  
Preset speed values can be selected  
from a list in the Info Display.  
Press MEM to display the preset  
speeds in the Info Display.  
Memorising of preset speeds 3 127  
Adopting speed by the traffic sign  
assistant  
The intelligent speed adaptation  
informs the driver when a speed limit  
is detected by the traffic sign  
assistant. The detected speed limit  
can be used as new value for the  
speed limiter.  
This speed is the 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 nearly to the final point.  
Using a camera at the top of the  
windscreen, this system detects and  
reads speed limit and end of speed  
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Release the accelerator pedal and  
the speed limiter function is  
reactivated once a speed lower than  
the limit speed is obtained.  
Resume limit speed  
Switching off the system  
Deactivation of the functionality  
Press the button to return to the  
stored speed limit.  
Turn to 0 to switch off the system.  
Fault  
In the event of a speed limiter fault,  
the speed is cleared resulting in  
flashing of the dashes.  
The speed limiter may not operate  
correctly if traffic signs do not comply  
with the Vienna Convention on Road  
Signs and Signals.  
Press the button to deactivate the  
functionality. The speed limiter is in  
pause mode and a message is  
displayed. The vehicle is driven  
without speed limit.  
The speed limiter is deactivated, but  
not switched off. The last stored  
speed remains in memory for later  
speed resume.  
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accelerates the vehicle to return to  
the stored set speed. If the driver  
operates the turn lights to overtake a  
slower vehicle, the semi-adaptive  
cruise control allows the vehicle to  
temporarily approach the vehicle  
ahead to help passing it. However,  
the set speed will never be exceeded.  
If the selected following distance  
cannot be maintained anymore  
because the vehicle is moving too fast  
or the vehicle ahead is moving too  
slowly, 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.  
The semi-adaptive cruise control can  
store set speeds over 25 mph and  
93 mph. Additionally at least the third  
gear must be engaged on manual  
transmission, on automatic  
transmission position D / A or the  
second or a higher gear in position  
M must be selected.  
Semi-adaptive cruise  
control  
9 Warning  
The complete driver attention is  
always required while driving with  
semi-adaptive cruise control. The  
driver stays fully in control of the  
vehicle because the brake pedal  
and the accelerator pedal have  
priority over any semi-adaptive  
cruise control operation.  
The semi-adaptive cruise control is an  
enhancement to the conventional  
cruise control with the additional  
feature of maintaining a certain  
following distance to the vehicle  
ahead. It uses a camera at the top of  
the windscreen and a radar sensor in  
the front bumper to detect the  
vehicles ahead. If no vehicle is  
detected in the driving path, the semi-  
adaptive cruise control will behave  
like a conventional cruise control.  
Switching on the system  
The semi-adaptive cruise control can  
be switched on at a speed between  
25 mph and 93 mph.  
A precondition is that semi-adaptive  
cruise control is not deactivated in the  
vehicle personalisation menu 3 127.  
The semi-adaptive cruise control  
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. The semi-  
adaptive cruise control does not  
actively brake the vehicle but uses  
engine braking.  
If the vehicle ahead accelerates or  
changes lane, the semi-adaptive  
cruise control progressively  
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Activation  
Setting the speed manually  
Turn to Cruise, the symbol Q 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.  
Selecting a preset speed  
Accelerate to the desired speed and  
press SET/+ or SET/-. The current  
speed is stored and maintained.  
Accelerator pedal can be released.  
Preset speed values can be selected  
from a list in the Info Display.  
Press MEM to display the preset  
speeds in the Info Display.  
The preset speed can then be  
changed by pressing SET/+ to  
increase or SET/- to decrease the  
speed. Short press changes speed in  
small steps, long press in large steps.  
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limit signs. The system also takes  
account of information on speed limits  
from the navigation map data.  
The function can be deactivated or  
activated in the personalisation menu  
3 127.  
If the semi-adaptive cruise control is  
active, the recognised speed limit will  
be displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre and MEM illuminates.  
released, the previously stored speed  
is resumed. If a slower moving vehicle  
is ahead, the following distance  
selected by the driver is restored.  
If the set speed is exceeded, the  
indicated speed setting flashes in the  
Driver Information Centre and a  
warning message appears.  
Resume stored speed  
The displayed information depends  
on the Driver Information Centre  
version.  
In the Driver Information Centre, the  
speed limit sign is shown in the  
display and MEM illuminates for a few  
seconds.  
Select the requested speed by  
touching the relevant icon. This  
speed is the new value for the semi-  
adaptive cruise control.  
Memorising of preset speeds 3 127.  
Press MEM to request saving of the  
Adopting the speed by the speed limit  
recognition  
suggested speed.  
Press MEM once more to confirm and  
save the new speed setting.  
This speed is the new value for the  
semi-adaptive cruise control.  
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  
semi-adaptive cruise control.  
Press the button at a speed above  
25 mph to return to the stored speed.  
Exceeding the set speed  
Using a camera at the top of the  
windscreen, this system detects and  
reads speed limit and end of speed  
Vehicle speed can be increased by  
depressing the accelerator pedal.  
When the accelerator pedal is  
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warned that an automatic  
Setting the following distance  
9 Warning  
deactivation of the system is  
imminent. X and Q flash in the  
Driver Information Centre.  
When semi-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 semi-  
adaptive cruise control is enabled  
(grey), you can modify the following  
distance setting:  
Press GAP, the current setting is  
shown in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
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.  
If the system reaches the limit of  
adjusting the speed to maintain the  
following distance and the driver does  
not react to this situation, the system  
is automatically deactivated and X  
is displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
If the set speed is temporarily  
exceeded by the driver, the system is  
automatically deactivated and Z is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
Detecting the vehicle ahead  
If the system does not detect a vehicle  
in the driving path, U is displayed  
in the Driver Information Centre. The  
system operates as conventional  
cruise control.  
If the system detects a vehicle in the  
driving path, V is displayed in the  
Driver Information Centre.  
Press GAP again to change the  
following distance: The new setting is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
If the system detects a vehicle in the  
driving path which is too close or too  
slow, it adjusts the speed accordingly.  
W is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
The selected following distance is  
indicated by full bars in the semi-  
adaptive cruise control page.  
If the system approaches the limit of  
adjusting the speed to maintain the  
following distance, the driver is  
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speed of the vehicle ahead too  
slow  
Traction Control system or  
Electronic Stability Control  
operating  
selected following distance  
reached  
another vehicle inserts between  
vehicle and vehicle ahead  
following distance cannot be  
maintained, e.g., in the case of a  
steep descent  
Turn to 0 to switch off the system. The  
symbol 5 and a message are  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
Switching off the ignition deletes the  
stored set speed.  
Deactivation of the functionality  
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Driver's attention  
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Use the semi-adaptive cruise  
control carefully on bends or  
mountain roads, as it can lose the  
vehicle ahead and needs time to  
detect it again.  
Switching off the system  
Do not use the system on  
Press button to deactivate the  
functionality. The semi-adaptive  
cruise control is in pause mode and a  
message is displayed. The vehicle is  
driven without semi-adaptive cruise  
control.  
Semi-adaptive cruise control is  
deactivated, but not switched off. Last  
stored speed remains in memory for  
later speed resume.  
slippery roads as it can create  
rapid changes in tyre traction  
(wheel spinning), so that the  
control of the vehicle can be lost.  
Do not use the system when the  
spare wheel is in use.  
Semi-adaptive cruise control is  
deactivated automatically:  
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distance between vehicle and  
vehicle ahead too small  
vehicle speed below 25 mph  
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Do not use the semi-adaptive  
cruise control when towing a  
trailer.  
Do not use the semi-adaptive  
cruise control on roads with an  
incline of more than 10%.  
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  
The system's automatic brake  
force does not permit hard braking  
and the braking level may not be  
sufficient to avoid a collision.  
Bends  
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The control range is limited to a  
maximum deviation of 20 mph  
between the set speed and the  
speed of the vehicle ahead.  
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After a sudden lane change, the  
system needs a certain time to  
detect the next preceding  
The semi-adaptive cruise control  
calculates a predicted path based on  
the centrifugal force. This predicted  
path considers the current bend  
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 control indicator I will  
Motorways  
vehicle. So if a new vehicle is  
detected, the system may  
On motorways, adapt the set speed  
to the situation and the weather.  
Always consider that semi-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.  
Semi-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  
accelerate instead of braking.  
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The semi-adaptive cruise control  
does ignore the oncoming traffic.  
The semi-adaptive cruise control  
does not consider pedestrians  
and animals for braking and  
driving off.  
The semi-adaptive cruise control  
considers stopped vehicles only  
at low speed.  
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extinguish.  
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Fault  
In the event of a fault with the semi-  
adaptive cruise control , a warning  
light is illuminated and a message is  
displayed in the instrument cluster,  
accompanied by a warning chime.  
The semi-adaptive cruise control may  
not operate correctly if traffic signs do  
not comply with the Vienna  
Convention on Road Signs and  
Signals.  
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particularly true while driving fast or if  
the visibility is reduced due to weather  
conditions.  
While entering or exiting a motorway,  
semi-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.  
Hill considerations  
9 Warning  
Vehicle path changes  
Do not use the semi-adaptive  
cruise control on steep hill roads.  
Have the system checked by a dealer  
or a qualified workshop.  
As a safety measure, do not use the  
system if the brake lights are faulty.  
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.  
When going downhill you may have to  
brake to maintain or reduce your  
speed.  
Forward collision alert  
If another vehicle enters your driving  
path, semi-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.  
The forward collision alert may help to  
avoid or reduce the harm caused by  
front-end crashes.  
The forward collision alert uses the  
front camera in the windscreen and a  
radar sensor in the front bumper to  
detect a preceding vehicle directly  
ahead, in your path.  
Note that applying the brake  
deactivates the system.  
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If a vehicle directly ahead is  
approached too quickly, a warning  
chime and alert in the Driver  
Information Centre is provided.  
Activation  
9 Warning  
Forward collision alert detects  
vehicles and operates automatically  
at all speeds above 3 mph and  
53 mph. The system detects  
stationary vehicles if the speed does  
not exceed 50 mph.  
Forward collision alert is just a  
warning system and does not  
apply the brakes. When  
approaching a vehicle ahead too  
rapidly, there may not be enough  
time to avoid a collision.  
9 Warning  
Forward collision alert is just a  
warning system and does not  
apply the brakes. When  
approaching a vehicle ahead too  
rapidly, there may not be enough  
time to avoid a collision.  
Alerting the driver  
The driver is warned by following  
alerts:  
The driver accepts full  
responsibility for the appropriate  
following distance based on traffic,  
weather and visibility conditions.  
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Symbol I illuminates and a  
warning message is displayed in  
the Driver Information Centre  
when the distance to the vehicle  
ahead gets to small.  
The complete attention of the  
driver is always required while  
driving. The driver must always be  
ready to take action and apply the  
brakes.  
The driver accepts full  
responsibility for the appropriate  
following distance based on traffic,  
weather and visibility conditions.  
The complete attention of the  
driver is always required while  
driving. The driver must always be  
ready to take action and apply the  
brakes.  
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Symbol I illuminates, a warning  
message is displayed in the  
Driver Information Centre and a  
warning chime sounds, when a  
collision is imminent and  
immediate driver's action is  
required.  
Caution  
The colour lighting of this control  
indicator does not correspond to  
local traffic laws on following  
distance. The driver bears full  
responsibility for maintaining safe  
following distance according to  
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In the following cases, forward  
collision alert may not detect a vehicle  
ahead or sensor performance is  
limited:  
Forward collision alert 3 197  
Front pedestrian protection 3 201  
The feature uses various inputs (e.g.  
camera sensor, radar sensor, brake  
pressure, vehicle speed) to calculate  
the probability of a frontal collision.  
applicable traffic rules, weather  
and road conditions etc. at all  
times.  
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driving on winding or hilly roads  
driving during nighttime  
weather limits visibility, such as  
fog, rain, or snow  
Selecting the alert sensitivity  
The alert sensitivity has to be set to  
close, normal or distant in the vehicle  
personalisation menu 3 127.  
9 Warning  
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the sensor in the windscreen is  
blocked by snow, ice, slush, mud,  
dirt etc.  
the windscreen is damaged or  
affected by foreign objects, e.g.  
stickers  
The chosen setting will remain until it  
is changed. The alert timing will vary  
based on vehicle speed. The faster  
the vehicle speed, the farther away  
the alert will occur. Consider traffic  
and weather conditions when  
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.  
selecting the alert timing.  
Active emergency braking  
The system may not react to  
animals. After a sudden lane  
change, the system needs a  
certain time to detect the next  
preceding vehicle.  
The driver must always be ready  
to take action and apply the brakes  
and steer to avoid collisions.  
Deactivation  
Active emergency braking can help to  
reduce the damage and injury from  
crashes with vehicles, pedestrians  
and obstacles directly ahead, when a  
collision can no longer be avoided  
either by manual braking or by  
steering. Before the active  
The system can only be deactivated  
by deactivating the active emergency  
braking in the vehicle personalisation  
3 127.  
System limitations  
Forward collision alert is designed to  
warn on vehicles only, but may react  
also to other objects.  
emergency braking applies, the driver  
is warned by the forward collision  
alert or the front pedestrian protection  
alert.  
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Emergency automatic braking may  
slow the vehicle to a complete stop to  
try to avoid a potential crash. If the  
vehicle comes to a complete stop,  
automatic braking is maintained for  
up to 2 seconds.  
Functionality  
Emergency automatic braking  
Active emergency braking is  
equipped with a front camera and  
operates in forward gear above  
walking speed up to 53 mph. The  
system detects stationary vehicles  
only if the speed does not exceed  
50 mph. Pedestrians are detected  
only if the speed does not exceed  
37 mph.  
A precondition is that active  
emergency braking is not deactivated  
in the vehicle personalisation menu  
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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.  
Depending on the situation, the  
vehicle may automatically brake  
moderately or hard.  
Front automatic braking can only  
occur if a vehicle or a pedestrian  
ahead is detected.  
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Automatic transmission: If the  
vehicle comes to a complete  
stop, keep the brake pedal  
depressed to prevent the vehicle  
from starting off again.  
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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.  
If deactivated, m illuminates in the  
instrument cluster and a warning  
message is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
If the system has been deactivated, it  
is reactivated automatically the next  
time the ignition is switched on.  
Forward collision alert 3 197  
Front pedestrian protection 3 201  
9 Warning  
Below a speed of 19 mph, emergency  
automatic braking may slow down the  
vehicle to a complete stop. If the  
speed exceeds 19 mph, emergency  
automatic braking reduces the speed.  
However, the driver must apply the  
brake.  
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.  
Emergency automatic braking will  
not brake outside of its operating  
The system includes:  
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emergency automatic braking  
forward collision alert  
front pedestrian protection  
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Driving during nighttime.  
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if the front bumper has been  
damaged  
if the brake lamps are not working  
speed range and only responds to  
detected vehicles and  
pedestrians.  
The windscreen is damaged or  
affected by foreign items, e.g.  
stickers.  
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Fault  
System limitations  
Complete attention is always required  
while driving, and the driver 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 case the system requires a service,  
m is illuminated in the instrument  
cluster, a message is displayed in the  
Driver Information Centre and an  
audible signal is given.  
If the system does not work as it  
should do, vehicle messages are  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
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 traffic signs  
in a curve or due to 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.  
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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  
when tyre chains are fitted  
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  
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Front pedestrian protection  
In the following cases, active  
emergency braking performance is  
limited:  
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Front pedestrian protection may help  
to avoid or reduce the harm caused  
by front-end crashes with pedestrians  
when driving forward.  
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Driving on winding or hilly roads.  
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Detecting all vehicles, especially  
vehicles with a trailer, tractors,  
muddy vehicles, etc.  
The system uses the front camera in  
the windscreen and a radar sensor in  
the front bumper to detect a  
pedestrian directly ahead in your  
path.  
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Detecting a vehicle when  
weather limits visibility, such as in  
fog, rain, or snow.  
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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.  
During nighttime driving, system  
performance is limited.  
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weather limits visibility, such as  
fog, rain, or snow  
the sensor in the windscreen is  
blocked by snow, ice, slush, mud,  
dirt etc.  
the windscreen is damaged or  
affected by foreign objects, e.g.  
stickers  
Detecting front pedestrian ahead  
A pedestrian ahead is indicated by a  
symbol in the instrument cluster.  
Front pedestrian alert  
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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 semi-adaptive  
cruise control may be disengaged  
when the front pedestrian alert  
occurs.  
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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.  
Parking assist  
General information  
When attaching a trailer or bicycle  
carrier to the trailer hitch, the parking  
assist is deactivated.  
System limitations  
9 Warning  
In the following cases, front  
pedestrian protection may not detect  
a pedestrian ahead or the sensor  
performance is limited:  
The driver bears full responsibility  
for the parking manoeuvre.  
Front pedestrian protection includes:  
Always check the surrounding  
area when driving backwards or  
forwards while using parking  
assist system.  
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detecting front pedestrian ahead  
front pedestrian alert  
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vehicle speed is out of range from  
3 mph to 37 mph in forward gear  
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the distance to an pedestrian  
ahead is more than 40 m  
driving on winding or hilly roads  
driving during nighttime  
Front pedestrian protection is  
activated together with forward  
collision alert.  
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Forward collision alert 3 197.  
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Info Display without touchscreen  
The system is ready to operate when  
the LED in the parking assist button  
é is not illuminated.  
Rear parking assist  
The system warns the driver with  
acoustic signals against potentially  
hazardous obstacles behind the  
vehicle in a distance range up to  
50 cm while reverse gear is engaged.  
The system operates with ultrasonic  
parking assist sensors in the rear  
bumper.  
Info Display with touchscreen  
Activate the parking assist in the  
vehicle personalisation 3 127.  
Indication  
Depending on which side of the  
vehicle is closer to an obstacle,  
acoustic warning signals in the  
vehicle sound on the respective side.  
The interval between the sounds  
becomes shorter as the vehicle gets  
closer to that obstacle. When the  
distance is less than approx. 30 cm,  
the sound is continuous.  
Activation  
Rear parking assist is activated when  
reverse gear is engaged and ignition  
is switched on. This is confirmed by a  
chime.  
Additionally, the distance to rear  
obstacles is displayed by changing  
distance lines in the Info Display  
3 123. When the obstacle is very  
close, + for danger is displayed.  
Deactivation  
Info Display without touchscreen  
Press é to deactivate the system  
manually. The LED in the button  
illuminates when the system is  
deactivated.  
Info Display with touchscreen  
Deactivate the parking assist in the  
vehicle personalisation 3 127. The  
state of the system  
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Driving and operating  
If the system has been deactivated, it  
is not reactivated automatically the  
next time the ignition is switched on.  
Info Display with touchscreen  
Activate the parking assist in the  
vehicle personalisation 3 127.  
Additionally, the distance to rear and  
front obstacles is displayed by  
changing distance lines in the Info  
Display 3 123.  
If the vehicle stops for more than 3  
seconds in a forward gear, if  
automatic transmission is in P or if no  
further obstacles are detected, no  
acoustic warning signals are given.  
Front-rear parking assist  
The front-rear parking assist  
measures the distance between the  
vehicle and obstacles in front and  
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 operates with ultrasonic  
parking assist sensors in the rear and  
front bumper.  
Indication  
Depending on which side of the  
vehicle is closer to an obstacle,  
acoustic warning signals in the  
vehicle sound on the respective side.  
The interval between the sounds  
becomes shorter as the vehicle gets  
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 pressing the  
parking assist button é.  
Info Display without touchscreen  
Press é to deactivate the system.  
The LED in the button illuminates  
when the system is deactivated.  
Activation  
Info Display with touchscreen  
Deactivate the parking assist in the  
vehicle personalisation 3 127.  
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.  
If the system has been deactivated  
manually, it is not reactivated  
automatically the next time the  
ignition is switched on.  
Info Display without touchscreen  
The system is ready to operate when  
the LED in the parking assist button  
é is not illuminated.  
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Side blind spot alert uses some of the  
parking assist sensors which are  
located in the front and rear bumper  
on both sides of the vehicle.  
System limitations  
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.  
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, H  
illuminates in the instrument cluster.  
A message is displayed in the Driver  
Information Centre.  
9 Warning  
Side blind spot alert does not  
replace driver vision.  
The system does not detect:  
9 Warning  
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vehicles outside the side blind  
zones which may be rapidly  
approaching  
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.  
cross-section, e.g. objects of  
narrow size or soft materials, may  
not be detected by the system.  
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pedestrians, cyclists or animals  
Before changing a lane, always  
check all mirrors, look over the  
shoulder and use the turn signal.  
Parking assist systems do not  
detect objects outside the  
detection range.  
Side blind spot alert  
The side blind spot alert system  
detects and reports objects on either  
side of the vehicle, within a specified  
blind spot zone. The system displays  
a visual alert in each exterior mirror,  
when detecting objects that may not  
be visible in the interior and exterior  
mirrors.  
Caution  
Performance of the system can be  
reduced when sensors are  
covered, e.g. by ice or snow.  
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Activation  
Functionality  
Operation conditions  
Info Display without touchscreen  
The following conditions must be  
fulfilled for proper operation:  
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all vehicles are moving in the  
same direction and in adjacent  
lanes  
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the speed of your vehicle is  
between 7 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 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  
being passed.  
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the traffic flow is normal  
driving on a straight or slightly  
curved road  
the vehicle is not pulling a trailer  
the sensors are not covered by  
mud, ice or snow  
the warning zones in the exterior  
mirrors or the detection zones on  
front and rear bumper ar not  
covered  
Press T.  
Info Display with touchscreen  
Activate the function in the vehicle  
personalisation.  
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Vehicle personalisation 3 127.  
The LED comes on after a delay when  
passing another vehicle slowly.  
T illuminates green in the instrument  
cluster to confirm the function.  
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No alert will be given in the following  
situations:  
T extinguishes in the instrument  
cluster. Additionally, an acoustic  
signal sounds.  
The state of the system is stored  
when switching off the ignition.  
The system is automatically  
deactivated when connecting a trailer  
or bike carrier.  
The system uses:  
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rear camera, installed in the  
tailgate  
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in the presence of non-moving  
objects, e.g. parked vehicles,  
barriers, street lamps, road signs  
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ultrasonic parking assist sensors  
in the rear bumper  
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in very dense traffic, when  
moving vehicles might be  
confused with a stationary object  
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with vehicles moving in the  
Due to adverse weather conditions  
such as heavy rain, false detections  
may occur.  
opposite direction  
driving on a winding road or a  
sharp corner  
Fault  
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  
In the event of a fault, T flashes for a  
few moments in the instrument  
cluster, accompanied by R and a  
display message. Have the cause of  
the fault remedied by a workshop.  
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.  
Change the volume of the acoustic  
signals by pressing 4 in the right  
lower zone of the display.  
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when passing too quickly  
Panoramic view system  
Deactivation  
Info Display without touchscreen  
Press B.  
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.  
Info Display with touchscreen  
The system is deactivated in the  
vehicle personalisation 3 127.  
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Rear view / Standard view  
Rear zoom view / Zoom view  
Activation  
Panoramic view system is activated  
by:  
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engaging reverse gear  
driving up to 6 mph  
Functionality  
Different views can be selected in the  
left part of the display. Change the  
type of view at any time during a  
manoeuvre by touching in the left  
lower zone of the display:  
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Standard view  
AUTO Mode  
Zoom view  
180° view  
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.  
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 and 2 m beyond  
the edge of the vehicle's rear bumper.  
The camera records the vehicle's  
surroundings during the manoeuvre  
in order to reconstruct a view from  
above the rear of the vehicle in its  
near surroundings, allowing the  
vehicle to be manoeuvred around  
obstacles nearby. This view is  
available with AUTO Mode or in the  
view selection menu.  
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.  
This view is available in AUTO Mode  
or in the view selection menu.  
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Rear side view / 180° view  
Deactivation  
Panoramic view system is  
deactivated when:  
Do not drive or park the vehicle  
using only the panoramic view  
system.  
Always check the surrounding of  
the vehicle before driving.  
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.  
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driving faster than 6 mph  
seven seconds after disengaging  
reverse gear  
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by pressing the icon 3 in the  
left upper corner of the touch  
screen and then &  
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opening the tailgate  
connecting a trailer or a bike  
carrier  
System limitations  
Caution  
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.  
General information  
9 Warning  
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 lense with  
water and wipe with a soft cloth.  
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.  
Do not clean the lense with a  
steam-jet or high-pressure jet  
cleaner.  
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Driving and operating  
The panoramic view system may not  
operate properly when:  
Guidelines  
camera's field of view and the  
parking assist sensors, e.g. below  
the bumper or underneath the  
vehicle, are not displayed.  
Do not reverse or park the vehicle  
using only the rear view camera.  
The area behind the vehicle is  
displayed in the screen. The vertical  
lines represent the width of the  
vehicle with mirrors unfolded.  
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 and 2 m beyond  
the edge of the vehicle's rear bumper.  
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The surrounding is dark.  
The sun or the beam of  
headlights is shining directly into  
the camera lenses.  
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During nighttime driving.  
Weather limits visibility, such as  
fog, rain, or snow.  
Always check the surrounding of  
the vehicle before driving.  
The view of the camera is displayed  
in the Info Display 3 123 or in the  
interior mirror 3 40.  
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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The camera lenses are blocked  
by snow, ice, slush, mud, dirt.  
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The vehicle is towing a trailer.  
The vehicle had an accident.  
There are extreme temperature  
changes.  
Switching on  
Rear view camera is automatically  
activated when reverse gear is  
engaged.  
Rear view camera  
Depending on version, camera is  
mounted above the license plate in  
the tailgate / left rear door.  
Switching off  
The camera is switched off when a  
forward gear is engaged.  
9 Warning  
The Guidelines can be deactivated in  
the Vehicle personalisation 3 127.  
The rear view camera does not  
replace driver vision. Note that  
objects that are outside the  
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System limitations  
The rear view camera may not  
operate properly when:  
Traffic sign assistant  
Lane departure warning  
The traffic sign assistant is an  
extension of the speed limit  
recognition available for speed  
limiter, cruise control and semi-  
adaptive cruise control.  
The lane departure warning system  
observes the lane markings between  
which the vehicle is driving via a front  
camera. The system detects lane  
changes and warns the driver in the  
event of an unintended lane change  
via visual and acoustic signals.  
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the surrounding is dark  
the beam of headlights is shining  
directly into the camera lenses  
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weather limits visibility such as  
fog, rain or snow  
the camera lenses are blocked  
by snow, ice, slush, mud, dirt.  
Clean the lense, rinse with water,  
and wipe with a soft cloth  
Criteria for the detection of an  
unintended lane change are:  
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no operation of turn lights  
no brake pedal operation  
no active acceleration  
The system recognises the traffic  
signs above and displays them in the  
Driver Information Centre.  
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the tailgate will be opened  
If the driver is active, no warning will  
be issued.  
the vehicle is towing an  
electrically connected trailer,  
bicycle carrier etc.  
9 Warning  
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the vehicle had a rear end  
accident  
The actual traffic sign always  
takes priority over the traffic sign  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
there are extreme temperature  
changes  
Speed limiter 3 187.  
Cruise control 3 184.  
Semi-adaptive cruise control 3 191  
Driver Information Centre 3 118  
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Activation  
System limitations  
Info Display without touchscreen  
The system may not operate properly  
when:  
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vehicle speed is below 37 mph  
driving on winding or hilly roads  
driving in the dark  
weather limits visibility, such as  
fog, rain, or snow  
the camera is blocked by snow,  
ice, slush, mud, dirt, windscreen  
damage or affected by foreign  
items, e.g. stickers  
the sun is shining directly into the  
camera lens  
Deactivation  
Info Display without touchscreen  
Press Q to deactivate the system.  
The LED in the button Q  
extinguishes.  
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Info Display with touchscreen  
The system can be deactivated in the  
vehicle personalisation 3 127.  
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Press Qto activate the system.  
The system is switched on when the  
LED in the button is illuminated.  
At speeds below 37 mph the system  
is inoperable.  
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close vehicles ahead  
banked roads  
road edges  
roads with poor lane markings  
sudden lighting changes  
Fault  
Info Display with touchscreen  
The system can be activated in the  
vehicle personalisation 3 127.  
Info Display without touchscreen  
The LED of the Q flashes.  
The system is only operable at  
vehicle speeds above 37 mph and if  
lane markings are available.  
Info Display with touchscreen  
The control indicator Q flashes and  
an error message is displayed.  
Driver alert  
The driver alert system monitores the  
driving time and the vigilance of the  
driver. Monitoring the vigilance of the  
When the system recognises an  
unintended lane change, the control  
indicator ) flashes yellow.  
Seek the assistance of a workshop.  
The system cannot operate when no  
lane marking is detected.  
Simultaneously a chime sounds.  
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driver is based on the trajectory  
variations of the vehicle compared to  
the lane markings.  
alert is repeated hourly until the  
vehicle is stopped, no matter how  
vehicle speed evolves.  
The counting of driving time alert is  
reset if one of the following conditions  
is met:  
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.  
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.  
9 Warning  
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 take the steering wheel when  
feeling tired.  
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The vehicle has been stationary  
for more than 15 minutes with the  
engine running.  
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The ignition has been switched  
off for a few minutes.  
The driver's seat belt has been  
unfastened and the driver's door  
is open.  
Activation or Deactivation  
The system can be activated or  
deactivated in the vehicle  
personalisation 3 127.  
The state of the system stays in  
memory when the ignition is switched  
off.  
Notice  
If the vehicle speed drops below  
40 mph, the system is paused. The  
driving time is counted again once  
the speed is above 40 mph.  
Driver drowsiness detection  
System limitations  
In the following situations, the system  
may not operate properly or even not  
operate at all:  
The system monitors the driver's level  
of vigilance. A camera at the top of the  
windscreen detects variations in  
trajectory compared to the lane  
markings. This system is particularly  
suited to fast roads (speed higher  
than 40 mph).  
Driving time alert  
The driver gets notified by a pop-up  
reminder symbol Y 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  
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poor visibility caused by  
inadequate lighting of the  
roadway, falling snow, heavy  
rain, dense fog etc.  
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dazzle caused by headlamps of  
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.  
no lane markings detected or  
multiple lane markings due to  
roadworks  
close vehicles ahead  
winding roads or narrow roads  
domestic electrical outlet, a  
Green'Up socket, a wall box or a  
public charging station.  
Charging  
General information  
The high voltage battery can be  
charged with direct current (DC) only.  
When charging from a domestic  
electrical outlet, a wall box or an  
alternating current (AC) charging  
station, AC has to be converted into  
DC. This is done by the vehicle's  
onboard charger. The onboard  
charger is available with 7 kW (single-  
phase) and 11 kW (3-phase).  
9 Warning  
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Persons with a pacemaker should  
consult a doctor for possible  
precautions.  
Charging the vehicle's high voltage  
battery depends upon several factors:  
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If the vehicle is charged at a public DC  
charging station, no DC conversion is  
required. The high voltage battery  
can be directly charged with DC  
provided by the DC charging station.  
The speed of charging the vehicle's  
high voltage battery depends upon  
the weakest element of the charging  
chain. To achieve the maximum  
charging speed, charging cable and  
charging device have to be attuned to  
each other.  
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high voltage battery of the vehicle  
internal onboard charger (OBC)  
external charging device  
charging cable  
The charging cable connects the  
vehicle's high voltage battery with an  
external charging device providing  
electric power. This may be a  
Notice  
Make sure that the charging cable  
used fits to the vehicle's onboard  
charger.  
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Charging types 3 215.  
Charging cable 3 216.  
Charging types  
There are different types of charging  
the vehicle's high voltage battery.  
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Charging at domestic electrical  
outlets / Green'Up sockets (mode  
2 charging)  
Public AC charging stations provide a  
charging performance similar to that  
of a wall box. They may provide an  
integrated mode 3 charging cable  
which has to be connected to the  
vehicle's charging port. For public AC  
charging stations without integrated  
mode 3 charging cable, a portable  
mode 3 charging cable is required.  
This cable has to be connected to  
both the public AC charging station  
and the vehicle's charging port.  
Charging at wall boxes / public AC  
charging stations  
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Charging at wall boxes / public  
AC charging stations (mode 3  
charging)  
Charging at public DC charging  
stations  
A wall box is a charging unit for private  
households. It may provide an  
integrated mode 3 charging cable  
which has to be connected to the  
vehicle's charging port. For wall  
boxes without an integrated mode 3  
charging cable, a portable mode 3  
charging cable is required. This cable  
has to be connected to both the wall  
box and the vehicle's charging port.  
Charging at public DC charging  
stations (mode 4 charging)  
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Public DC charging stations provide  
the fastest charging. To charge the  
vehicle's high voltage battery, the  
integrated mode 4 charging cable of  
the DC charging station has to be  
connected to the vehicle's charging  
port.  
certified electrician at the customer's  
side and offers a better charging  
performance than a domestic  
electrical outlet. To use a Green'Up  
socket, an enhanced domestic cable  
(mode 2) is required. This cable has  
to be connected to both the vehicle's  
charging port and the Green'Up  
socket.  
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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.  
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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Charging at domestic electrical  
outlets / Green'Up sockets  
Charging cable  
Depending on the charging type,  
different charging cables are used.  
9 Warning  
9 Warning  
Read all the safety warnings and  
instructions before using this  
product. Failure to follow the  
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.  
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.  
The vehicle's high voltage battery can  
be charged at domestic electrical  
outlets. The domestic electrical outlet  
has to be installed by a certified  
electrician at the customer's side. For  
this type of charging, a basic  
domestic cable (mode 2) is required.  
This cable has to be connected to  
both the vehicle's charging port and  
the domestic electrical outlet.  
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Do not use extension cables,  
multi-outlet power strips,  
splitters, grounding adaptors,  
surge protectors, or similar  
devices.  
The Green'Up socket provides an  
alternative to the domestic electrical  
outlet. It has to be installed by a  
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Enhanced domestic cables (mode 2)  
are similar to basic domestic cables  
(mode 2). However, the charging  
performance of enhanced domestic  
cables (mode 2 charging) is better  
than the charging performance of  
basic domestic cables (mode 2).  
Enhanced domestic cables (mode 2)  
are used at Green'Up sockets which  
have to be installed by a certified  
electrician at the customer's site.  
Basic domestic cable (mode 2) /  
enhanced domestic cable (mode  
2)  
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.  
9 Danger  
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.  
Charging cable status indicators  
After plugging in the charging cable,  
it will perform a quick self test and all  
status indicators illuminate for a  
moment. For the functions of the  
status indicators, refer to the manual  
of the of the manufacturer of the  
charging cable.  
1. Vehicle plug  
2. Status indicators  
3. Wall plug  
Do not open or remove the  
charging cable cover.  
Service by qualified personnel  
only. Connect the charging cable  
to a properly grounded outlet with  
cables that are not damaged.  
Basic domestic cables (mode 2) are  
Important information about  
used for charging at domestic  
portable electric vehicle charging  
electrical outlets. A basic domestic  
cable (mode 2) consists of a vehicle  
plug, a control box and a plug for the  
domestic electrical outlet. The control  
box has an intergrated charge  
controller and several LEDs  
indicating the charging status.  
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Charging an electric vehicle can  
stress a building's electrical  
system more than a typical  
household appliance.  
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Driving and operating  
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Before you plug in to any  
Mode 3 charging cable  
Mode 4 charging cable  
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.  
Notice  
Only use DC charging cables shorter  
than 30 metres.  
Mode 4 charging cables are used for  
DC charging. Since mode 4 charging  
cables are integrated within DC  
charging stations, they only provide a  
vehicle plug.  
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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  
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 cable to  
reduce strain on the electrical  
outlet / plug.  
Charging  
This section describes the steps for  
charging an electric vehicle. The  
steps differ depending on the  
respective charging type.  
1. Vehicle plug  
2. Plug for wall box / AC charging  
station  
Charging at wall boxes  
1. Shift into P and switch off the  
vehicle.  
Mode 3 charging cables are used for  
charging at wall boxes and AC  
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charging stations. A mode 3 charging  
cable provides a vehicle plug and a  
plug for the wall box / AC charging  
station. Wall boxes / AC charging  
stations may provide an integrated  
mode 3 charging cable. For more  
information on the mode 3 charging  
cable, refer to the manual of the of the  
manufacturer of the charging cable.  
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The start of charging is indicated  
by the green flashing of the status  
indicator at the charging port.  
2. Push the charging port flap to  
release it.  
5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the  
mode 3 charging cable into the  
charging port of the vehicle.  
3. Take the mode 3 charging cable  
Once charging, the vehicle plug will  
be locked to the charging port and  
cannot be disconnected while  
charging is active. - indicator  
illuminates.  
out of the load compartment.  
Charging status 3 223.  
4. Plug in the wall box plug of the  
mode 3 charging cable into the the  
corresponding port of the wall  
box.  
Charging types 3 215.  
Charging at public AC charging  
stations / public DC charging  
stations  
When charging at a public AC  
charging station / public DC charging  
station, follow the instructions for the  
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Driving and operating  
use of the respective charging  
station. Public AC charging stations  
may not provide an integrated  
charging cable. In this case, a  
portable mode 3 charging cable is  
required.  
To interupt the charging process,  
unlock the vehicle by pressing - on  
the remote control. If selective  
unlocking is activated, press - on the  
remote control two times. If the  
vehicle is already unlocked, press the  
- indicator at the charging port and  
keep it pressed. Public DC charging  
station may also provide an function  
to interrupt the charging process.  
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.  
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.  
2. Push the charging port flap to  
release it.  
3. Take the charging cable out of the  
load compartment. For charging  
at a domestic electrical outlet, a  
basic domestic cable (mode 2) is  
required. For charging at a  
Green'Up socket, an enhanced  
domestic cable (mode 2) is  
required.  
Charging types 3 215.  
Charging at domestic electrical  
outlets / Green'Up sockets  
A charging cable used to charge the  
vehicle's high voltage battery is  
stored under the rear floor storage  
cover in the load compartment.  
9 Warning  
4. Plug the charging cable into the  
domestic electrical outlet /  
Green'Up socket.  
1. Shift into P and switch off the  
Only use a domestic electrical  
outlet which is properly grounded  
and protected by a 30 mA  
differential switch.  
vehicle.  
Verify the charging cable status.  
Charging cable 3 216.  
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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.  
Once the charging process has  
started, the doors can only be  
unlocked without cancelling the  
charging process by previously  
activating selective unlocking.  
Press < on the remote control to  
cancel the charging process at any  
time.  
Press < twice to to cancel the  
charging process at any time if  
selective locking is activated.  
Central locking system3 24  
5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the  
charging cable into the charging  
port of the vehicle.  
Stop charging  
Charging status 3 223.  
9 Warning  
Once charging, the vehicle plug will  
be locked to the charging port and  
cannot be disconnected while  
charging is active. - indicator  
illuminates.  
After the end of the charging  
progress:  
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Disconnect the charging cable  
from the charging port of the  
vehicle.  
Make sure the charging port  
flap is closed.  
Cancelling the charging process  
Notice  
At public charging stations, the  
cancelling and subsequent  
resuming of the charging process  
may cause additional costs.  
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While the charging cable is plugged  
into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be  
driven.  
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Always disconnect the  
charging cable from the  
domestic electrical outlet.  
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Avoid any entry of fluids into the  
charging port of the vehicle, the  
vehicle plug of the charging  
cable and the domestic  
Programmable charging  
By default, charging starts as soon as  
the charging cable is connected to the  
charging port of the vehicle. It is also  
possible to schedule charging using  
the Info Display.  
electrical outlet.  
The high voltage 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.  
This function is also available via the  
MyVauxhall App.  
Programmable charging is only  
possible when charging at a domestic  
electrical outlet / Green'Up socket or  
a wall box.  
2. Disconnect the vehicle plug of the  
charging cable from the charging  
port within 30 seconds after  
unlocking.  
3. Close the charging port flap by  
pressing firmly in the centre to  
latch properly.  
If the vehicle is already unlocked,  
lock the vehicle and unlock it  
again.  
4. If charging at a wall box / public  
AC charging station, disconnect  
the charging cable from the wall  
box / public AC charging station. If  
charging at a domestic electrical  
outlet / Green'Up socket,  
disconnect the charging cable  
from the domestic electrical  
outlet / Green'Up socket.  
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1. Press m.  
2. Select Charge.  
The status indicator illuminates blue  
indicating that programmable  
charging is active.  
Charging 3 218.  
Charging status 3 223.  
Charging status  
7. Within 1 minute, press b to  
activate programmable charging.  
3. Press /.  
4. Define the number of hours and  
minutes after which the loading  
process starts.  
5. Press OK.  
6. Plug in the vehicle.  
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Driving and operating  
If the vehicle is plugged in and the  
ignition is switched off, the charging  
status indicator indicates the  
following:  
Diesel fuel that meets standard  
EN16734 mixed with a biofuel that  
meets standard EN14214 (possibly  
containing up to 10% Fatty Acid  
Methyl Ester)  
Fuel  
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:  
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Illuminates white: welcome  
lighting when charging port flap is  
opened  
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Illuminates green: charging  
complete  
Flashes green: charging in  
process  
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Illuminates red: charging fault  
Illuminates blue: programmable  
charging active  
Paraffinic Diesel fuel that meets  
standard EN15940 mixed with a  
biofuel that meets standard  
EN14214 (possibly containing up to  
7% Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).  
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 basic  
domestic cable (mode 2) / enhanced  
domestic cable (mode 2).  
Diesel fuel that meets standard  
EN590 mixed with a biofuel that  
meets standard EN14214 (possibly  
containing up to 7% Fatty Acid Methyl  
Ester)  
Programmable charging 3 222.  
Charging cable 3 216.  
The use of B20 or B30 fuel meeting  
standard EN16709 is possible.  
However, this use, even occasional,  
requires strict application of the  
special servicing conditions referred  
to as "Arduous conditions".  
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For more information, contact a  
dealer or a qualified workshop.  
and may cause engine stalling, poor  
starting or damage on the fuel  
injection system.  
the filling stations are marked with  
these symbols. Refuel only the  
allowed fuel type.  
Caution  
Caution  
Refuelling  
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).  
In case of misfuelling, do not  
switch on ignition.  
9 Danger  
Before refuelling, switch off  
ignition and any external heaters  
with combustion chambers.  
Follow the operating and safety  
instructions of the filling station  
when refuelling.  
Fuel filler flap is located at left rear  
side of vehicle.  
Notice  
The only Diesel additives authorised  
for use are those that meet the  
B715000 standard.  
Low temperature operation  
9 Danger  
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  
Fuel is flammable and explosive.  
No smoking. No naked flames or  
sparks.  
If a smell of fuel can be noticed  
inside the vehicle, have the cause  
of this remedied immediately by a  
workshop.  
temperatures below 0 °C.  
If the vehicle is equipped with an  
electronic key system, the fuel filler  
flap can only be opened if the vehicle  
is unlocked. Depending on the  
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  
A label with symbols at the fuel filler  
flap is indicating the allowed fuel  
types. In Europe the pump nozzles of  
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Driving and operating  
version, release the fuel filler flap by  
pushing the flap or pulling at the right  
bottom corner.  
Depending on the version, place the  
key in the lock and unlock the cap.  
To open, turn the cap slowly  
anticlockwise.  
After the automatic cut-off, the tank  
can be topped up by operating the  
pump nozzle a maximum of two more  
times.  
Trailer hitch  
General information  
Only use towing equipment that has  
been approved for the vehicle.  
Caution  
Entrust retrofitting of towing  
Wipe off any overflowing fuel  
immediately.  
equipment to a workshop. It may be  
necessary to make changes that  
affect the cooling system, heat  
shields or other equipment.  
To close, turn the fuel filler cap  
clockwise until it clicks.  
Close the flap and allow it to engage.  
Driving characteristics and  
towing tips  
Fuel filler cap  
Only use genuine fuel filler caps.  
Diesel-engined vehicles have special  
fuel filler caps.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
To refuel, switch on pump nozzle.  
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For trailers with low driving stability  
and caravan trailers, the use of an  
oscillation damper is strongly  
recommended.  
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.  
If the outside temperature exceeds  
37 °C, reduce the load on the trailer  
to protect the engine of the vehicle.  
At high outside temperatures it is  
recommended to leave the engine  
running for one or two minutes after  
having stopped the vehicle in order to  
faciliate cooling.  
Adjust tyre pressure to the value  
specified for full load 3 293.  
By driving uphill, the temperature of  
the coolant is increased. To reduce  
heating, drive at a reduced speed and  
pay attention to the coolant  
temperature. If the control indicator  
2 of the engine coolant temperature  
gauge illuminates, stop the vehicle  
and switch off engine as soon as  
possible.  
becoming thinner, therefore reducing  
climbing ability, the permissible gross  
train weight also decreases by 10%  
for every 1000 metres 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).  
The permissible gross train weight  
must not be exceeded. This weight is  
specified on the identification plate  
3 286.  
Trailer towing  
Trailer loads  
When distributing the loads in the  
trailer, heavy objects should be  
placed as close as possible to the  
axle.  
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.  
The permissible trailer loads are  
specified in the vehicle documents. In  
general, they are valid for gradients  
up to 12%.  
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 is specified on the  
towing equipment identification plate  
and in the vehicle documents.  
Towing a trailer increases the braking  
distance of the vehicle. To limit the  
heating of the brakes, it is  
recommended to use the braking  
effect of the engine.  
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  
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Driving and operating  
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.  
Fitting the coupling ball bar  
2. Insert the coupling ball bar into the  
opening and push firmly up to the  
stop.  
Rear axle load  
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.  
1. Swivel the connecting socket  
downwards. Take off the cap.  
3. Insert the plug lock in the opening  
and lock it with the  
Towing equipment  
corressponding key.  
4. Put on the cap.  
5. Attach the trailer.  
Depending on version the vehicle can  
be fitted with a detachable or a fixed  
coupling ball bar.  
Type A  
Caution  
When operating without a trailer,  
remove the coupling ball bar.  
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9 Warning  
Towing a trailer is permitted only  
when a coupling ball bar is fitted  
correctly. If the coupling ball bar  
does not engage correctly, seek  
the assistance of a workshop.  
Dismounting coupling ball bar  
1. Disconnect the trailer plug.  
2. Unfasten the breakaway stopping  
cable.  
3. Remove the trailer.  
6. Connect the trailer plug to the  
socket.  
5. Insert the key in the plug lock,  
unlock it and remove it from the  
opening.  
4. Take off the cap.  
7. Attach the breakaway stopping  
cable to the eye on the carrier.  
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Driving and operating  
6. Move 1 to left and hold it pressed,  
push 2 to the back and remove the  
coupling ball.  
3. Swivel the connecting socket  
downwards.  
Type C  
4. Attach the trailer, close the towing  
7. Swivel the connecting socket  
ring and fix the splint.  
upwards. Put on the cap.  
Type B  
1. Swivel the connecting socket  
downwards.  
2. Attach the trailer.  
1. Remove the safety splint.  
5. Connect the trailer plug to the  
socket and attach the breakaway  
stopping cable to the eye on the  
carrier.  
Type D  
1. Swivel the connecting socket  
downwards.  
2. Attach the trailer.  
3. Connect the trailer plug to the  
socket and fasten the breakaway  
stopping cable to the eye on the  
carrier.  
2. Pull the lever and open the towing  
ring.  
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3. Connect the trailer plug to the  
socket and fasten the breakaway  
stopping cable to the eye on the  
carrier.  
Trailer stability assist  
If the system detects snaking  
movements, engine power is reduced  
and the vehicle / trailer combination is  
selectively braked until the snaking  
ceases. While system is working keep  
steering wheel as still as possible.  
Trailer stability assist is a function of  
the Electronic Stability Control 3 181.  

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