User manual MERCEDES E 240

At a glance Cockpit Left-hand-drive vehicles P68.10-2862-31 16 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) At a glance Cockpit Function 1 Combination switch Main-beam headlamps Turn signals Windscreen wipers 2 Cruise control lever Cruise control Distronic* Speedtronic SBC Stop* 3 4 5 Instrument cluster Multi-function steering wheel Horn Page 6 49 50 50 7 8 9 223 227 237 242 22 24 a b c d Function Linguatronic lever* ­ see the separate Operating Instructions Parktronic* warning display Overhead control panel Opens the spectacles/ mobile phone compartment Opens the glove compartment Glove compartment Centre console Ignition lock Page e Function Adjusts the steering wheel Switches the steering wheel heating* on/off f Opens the bonnet Parking brake Releases the parking brake Door control panel Light switch Cleans the headlamps* g h j k l Page 38 289 306 53 47 28 121 175 253 27 282 282 282 25 31 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 17 At a glance Cockpit Right-hand-drive vehicles P68.10-2862-31 18 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) At a glance Cockpit Function 1 Combination switch Main-beam headlamps Turn signals Windscreen wipers 2 Cruise control lever Cruise control Distronic* Speedtronic SBC Stop* 3 4 5 Instrument cluster Multi-function steering wheel Horn Page 6 49 50 50 7 8 9 223 227 237 242 20 24 a b c d Function Linguatronic lever* ­ see the separate Operating Instructions Parktronic* warning display Overhead control panel Opens the spectacles/ mobile phone compartment Opens the glove compartment Glove compartment Centre console Ignition lock Page e Function Adjusts the steering wheel Switches the steering wheel heating* on/off f Opens the bonnet Parking brake Releases the parking brake Door control panel Light switch Cleans the headlamps* g h j k l Page 38 289 306 53 47 28 121 175 253 27 282 282 282 25 31 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 19 At a glance Instrument cluster Kilometres E2_F1 B1LL_KM_P54.32-2299-21 B1RL_MILES_P54.32-2300-21 _ _ 20 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) At a glance Instrument cluster Function 1 2 3 4 5 Turn signal indicator lamp, left ABS/ESP warning lamp Speedometer Segments Multi-function display Depending on setting in the control system Outside temperature1 Digital speedometer Status line Trip meter 6 7 Distance warning lamp*2 Turn signal indicator lamp, right Page 50 395 129 129 130 8 Function Rev counter with 1 Restraint systems warning lamp - ABS indicator lamp < Seat belt warning lamp A Main-beam indicator lamp 9 Coolant temperature gauge with D Coolant warning lamp a Automatic transmission*: gearshift program display Total distance recorder Page c 397 396 401 125 399 e d Function Automatic transmission* selector lever position display Clock with q Preglow indicator lamp ± Engine diagnostic indicator lamp -- Brake indicator lamp Fuel gauge with W Reserve fuel warning lamp Page 165 146 45 400 397 400 128 165 f Rotary knob/ reset button (R button) 227 50 b 1 Except for the United Kingdom. The speed is always displayed in km/h. 2 On vehicles without Distronic* the symbol lights up briefly, but has no function. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 21 At a glance Instrument cluster Miles E2_F1 B1LL_KM_P54.32-2299-21 B1RL_MILES_P54.32-2300-21 _ _ 22 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) At a glance Instrument cluster Function 1 2 3 4 5 Turn signal indicator lamp, left ABS/ESP warning lamp Speedometer Segments Multi-function display Depending on setting in the control system Outside temperature1 Digital speedometer Status line Trip meter 6 7 Distance warning lamp*2 Turn signal indicator lamp, right Page 50 395 129 129 130 8 Function Rev counter with 1 Restraint systems warning lamp - ABS indicator lamp < Seat belt warning lamp A Main-beam indicator lamp 9 Coolant temperature gauge with D Coolant warning lamp a Automatic transmission*: gearshift program display Total distance recorder Page c 397 396 401 125 399 e d Function Automatic transmission* selector lever position display Clock with q Preglow indicator lamp ± Engine diagnostic indicator lamp -- Brake indicator lamp Fuel gauge with W Reserve fuel warning lamp Page 165 146 45 400 397 400 128 165 f Rotary knob/ reset button (R button) 227 50 b 1 Except for the United Kingdom. The speed is always displayed in km/h. 2 On vehicles without Distronic* the symbol lights up briefly, but has no function. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 23 At a glance Multi-function steering wheel Function 1 Multi-function display Controlling the operating system 2 Selects a submenu or adjusts the volume æ ç Up/increases the volume Down/ decreases the volume Page 130 130 4 Function Jumps from one menu to another è ÿ 5 j k Forwards Back Page Scrolls within a menu Forwards Back 3 Making a phone call s t Accepts a call Starts dialling P46.10-2385-31 Hangs up Rejects an incoming call 24 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) At a glance Centre console Centre console Upper section 1 Function Controls Thermatic Controls 4-zoneThermotronic* Switches the rear window heating on/off 2 Controls COMAND APS* and Audio system* ­ see the separate Operating Instructions Switches the seat heating* on the righthand side on/off Switches the seat ventilation* on the righthand side on/off Unlocks the vehicle Opening button for stowage compartment or CD changer* ­ see the separate Operating Instructions 117 Page 181 192 180 8 7 Function Switches the seat ventilation* on the lefthand side on/off Switches the seat heating* on the lefthand side on/off Saloon: Rolls the rear window blind* up/down Estate: Switches the rear windscreen wiper on/off a b 104 282 c d e Folds back the rear seat head restraints Switches the hazard warning lamps on/off Passenger airbag warning lamp Locks the vehicle Activates/deactivates ESP Page 116 117 9 179 E2_F1 B2_P68.20-2919-31 3 52 4 116 110 125 70 104 79 5 6 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 25 At a glance Centre console Lower section 1 2 3 Function Opens/closes the ashtray KEYLESS GO* button Manual transmission: Gear lever Automatic transmission*: Selector lever Page 287 32 163 165 9 207 a 255 8 6 7 Function Sets Airmatic DC* Sets the vehicle's level* Distronic*: Sets the specified minimum distance Distronic*: Switches the distance warning function* on/off Automatic transmission*: Selects the gearshift program Page 250 248 234 234 P68.20-2761-31 4 Switches auxiliary heating*/ventilation* on/off Deactivates Parktronic* 170 5 26 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) At a glance Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function 1 2 Switches the rear interior lights on/off Switches the interior lighting automatic function on/off Switches the front interior lighting on/off Switches the righthand reading lamp on/off Opens/closes the sliding/tilting sunroof* or Opens/closes the panorama sliding sunroof* 6 Activates the TeleAid emergency call system* 217 Page 126 126 8 126 126 9 a 7 Function Primes/deactivates the interior motion sensor* Rear-view mirror Page 85 39 175 3 P82.00-2172-31 4 Reading lamps Transmitter buttons for the garage door opener* Primes/deactivates tow-away protection* Ambient lighting* Interior light Switches the left-hand reading lamp on/off 126 297 5 213 b c d e 84 126 126 126 293 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 27 At a glance Door control panel Function P72.10-2353-31 1 2 3 Opens the door Adjusts the seat electrically* Stores settings for the seat, exterior mirrors and steering wheel* Adjusts the exterior mirrors Opens/closes the side windows Page 95 34 6 Function Saloon: Boot lid remote unlocking feature Saloon: Boot lid remote opening switch* for opening/closing the boot lid automatically Estate: Tailgate remote opening switch* for opening the tailgate automatically Page 99 119 99 4 5 40 211 100 28 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Opening The "Getting started" section contains brief details of the basic functions of the vehicle. You should read this section particularly thoroughly if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle. If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the "Controls in detail" section will help you with more detailed information. You will find the reference to the appropriate page number at the end of each section. Unlocking with the remote control Risk of accident G Your vehicle can be started with the key. This can also be used to activate other functions, e.g. opening the windows. P 80.35-2076-31 69 Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle as they could accidentally activate these functions. Therefore, take the key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you are only leaving it for a short while. Key with remote control 1 < Locking button 2 S Unlocking button for boot lid/tailgate* 3 OE Unlocking button 30 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Opening Press the OE unlocking button on the remote control. The turn signals flash once. The vehicle unlocks. The locking knobs in the doors pop up. The anti-theft alarm system* is deactivated. The surround lighting also comes on when it is dark if this function is enabled in the control system. Key positions i The indicator and warning lamps light up when you switch on the ignition. They go out when the engine is running. This shows that the indicator and warning lamps for each system are operational. You will find further information in the "Controls in detail" section ( page 88). P 54.25-2552-31 i The SBC brake system is activated ( page 80). Get into the vehicle and insert the key in the ignition lock. Ignition lock 0 To remove the key 1 Power supply for some consumers, such as the seat adjustment function 2 Ignition (power supply for all consumers) and drive position 3 To start the engine ( page 45) Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 31 Getting started Opening . Unlocking with KEYLESS GO* You can unlock and start your vehicle without the remote control button using KEYLESS GO. Risk of accident G KEYLESS GO positions Pressing the KEYLESS GO button on the selector lever without depressing the brake pedal corresponds to the different key positions in the ignition lock ( page 31). If you depress the brake pedal while pressing the KEYLESS GO button, the engine starts immediately. i The KEYLESS GO key must be outside the vehicle to unlock it. Pull the door handle. The turn signals flash once. The vehicle unlocks. The locking knobs in the doors pop up. The anti-theft alarm system* is deactivated. The surround lighting also comes on when it is dark if this function is enabled in the control system. Your vehicle can be started using a valid KEYLESS GO key. This can also be used to activate other functions, e.g. adjusting the seats and opening the windows. Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle as they could accidentally activate these functions. Take the KEYLESS GO key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you are only leaving it for a short while. i If there is a key in the ignition lock, it has priority over the KEYLESS GO function. i The SBC brake system is activated ( page 80). Get into the vehicle. 32 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Opening Position 1 Press KEYLESS GO button 1 once. P 54.25-3096-31 You can now adjust the seats, for example. Position 2 (ignition) Press KEYLESS GO button 1 twice. i The power supply will be disconnected again if you press the KEYLESS GO button once while this position is selected. i The power supply will be disconnected again if you press the KEYLESS GO button twice while this position is selected. 1 KEYLESS GO button i The indicator and warning lamps light up when you switch on the ignition. They go out when the engine is running. This shows that the indicator and warning lamps for each system are operational. You will find further information in the "Controls in detail" section ( page 91). Position 0 The on-board electronics have the status 0, the same as the key having been removed from the ignition, until you press KEYLESS GO button 1. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 33 Getting started Adjusting Seats You can adjust the seats either electrically or manually, depending on your vehicle's equipment. Risk of accident Risk of injury G Make sure that nobody can be trapped as you adjust the seat. Your seat must be adjusted in such a way that you can wear the seat belt correctly ( page 43). Position your seat in such a way that: You are seated as far as possible from the front airbag. Ensure the following: The backrest is almost vertical. Your arms are slightly bent when you are holding the steering wheel. The distance to the pedals is such that you can depress them fully and your legs are not completely outstretched. The head restraint supports the back of your head at about eye level. You could otherwise receive severe or even fatal injuries in the event of sudden braking or an accident. G Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary. You will otherwise be distracted and could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident as a result of the seat movement. 34 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Adjusting Adjusting the seat manually and electrically Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Pull handle 1 up. Push the seat forwards or backwards. Release handle 1 again. P 91.10-2566-31 Make sure that you hear the seat click into position. Seat height Make sure that the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. Slide switch 3 up or down in the direction of the arrow. Backrest angle Make sure that the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. Slide switch 4 forwards or backwards in the direction of the arrow. Seat cushion angle Adjust the seat cushion angle so that your thighs are lightly supported. Pull lever 2 upwards. 1 2 3 4 Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Seat cushion angle Seat height Backrest angle The seat cushion angle is tilted upwards by one detent. or Press the lever downwards. The seat cushion angle is tilted downwards by one detent. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 35 Getting started Adjusting Head restraint height The release catch is located on the top of the seat backrest. Risk of injury G Adjusting the seat electrically* Risk of injury P 91.16-2115-31 24 Make sure that the back of your head is supported by the centre of the head restraint at about eye level. This reduces the risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situations. G The seats can be adjusted when the key is removed from the ignition and the door is open. For this reason, children should never be left unsupervised in the vehicle. Make sure that: Head restraint angle 1 Release catch Adjust the height of the head restraint manually. Press release catch 1 to lower the head restraint. P91.16-2116-31 25 or the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock the appropriate door is open Adjust the angle of the head restraint manually. Pull or push on the bottom of the head restraint. 36 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Adjusting The switches are located on the door control panel. Seat cushion angle Slide switch 5 up or down in the direction of the arrow until your thighs are lightly supported. Head restraint angle P 91.10-2425-31 74 Backrest angle Slide switch 2 forwards or backwards in the direction of the arrow. P91.16-2116-31 Head restraint height Slide switch 3 up or down in the direction of the arrow. 1 2 3 4 5 Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Backrest angle Head restraint height Seat height Seat cushion angle Risk of injury Adjust the angle of the head restraint manually. Pull or push on the bottom of the head restraint. G Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Slide switch 1 forwards or backwards in the direction of the arrow. Make sure that the back of your head is supported by the centre of the head restraint at about eye level. This reduces the risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situations. Seat height Slide switch 4 up or down in the direction of the arrow. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 37 Getting started Adjusting Adjusting the steering wheel manually Adjust the steering wheel to the required position. When doing this make sure that: The steering wheel can be reached with your arms slightly bent Your legs can move freely All the displays in the instrument cluster can be clearly seen Push handle 1 in fully until you hear it engage fully. P 46.15-2083-31 1 Release handle 2 Steering column height 3 Steering column fore-and-aft adjustment Pull handle 1 out completely. The steering column is unlocked. The steering wheel position is locked. Steering wheel Risk of accident G The handle is located under the steering column. Only adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is stationary. Only drive with the steering wheel locked in position. The electrically-adjustable steering wheel* can be adjusted when the key is removed from the ignition and the door is open. Do not, therefore, leave children unsupervised in the vehicle as they could be trapped as the steering wheel is adjusted. 38 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Adjusting Adjusting the steering wheel electrically* The lever is located on the left under the steering wheel. Steering column fore-and-aft adjustment Push the lever forwards or backwards in the direction of arrow 1 until your arms are slightly bent when you are holding the steering wheel. Mirrors Before starting off, adjust the rear-view mirror and the exterior mirrors so that you get a good overview of road and traffic conditions. Rear-view mirror Adjust the rear-view mirror manually. P 46.15-2071-31 Steering column height Push the lever up or down in the direction of arrow 2. When doing this make sure that: You can move your legs freely 1 Steering column fore-and-aft adjustment 2 Steering column height Make sure that: the key is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock or the appropriate door is open You can see all the displays in the instrument cluster clearly You will find further information in the "Controls in detail" section: Easy-entry system for the driver ( page 106) Storing the steering wheel position ( page 119) Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 39 Getting started Adjusting Exterior mirrors Risk of accident The buttons are located on the door control panel. Press button 1 for the right-hand mirror or button 2 for the left-hand mirror. Press adjustment button 3 at the top or bottom or to the right or to the left until you have adjusted the mirror to the correct position. G P 88.70-2139-31 The exterior mirrors reduce the size of the image. The objects are actually closer than they appear. i The convex exterior mirrors give a larger field of view. Your exterior mirrors are automatically heated at low outside temperatures. You will find further information in the "Controls in detail" section ( page 175). 1 Right-hand exterior mirror 2 Left-hand exterior mirror 3 Adjustment button Make sure that the ignition is switched on. All the lights in the instrument cluster are lit. 40 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Driving Driving Risk of accident G Wearing seat belts Risk of injury Do not keep any objects in the driver's footwell. Make sure that floormats or carpets in the driver's footwell do not obstruct the pedals are securely fastened Objects could otherwise get caught between the pedals if you accelerate or brake suddenly. You will then not be able to brake, operate the clutch pedal, or accelerate as intended. This could lead to accidents and injury. G A seat belt which is not worn correctly, or which has not been engaged in the seat belt buckle correctly, cannot perform its intended protective function. Under certain circumstances this could even cause severe or fatal injuries. Make sure that all occupants ­ especially pregnant women ­ wear their seat belts correctly at all times: The seat belt must pass closely over your body and must not be twisted. You should therefore avoid wearing bulky clothing (e.g. winter coats). The shoulder belt section must be routed over the middle of your shoulder ­ never over your neck or under your arm ­ and pulled tight against your upper body. The lap belt must cross over your lap as low down as possible at all times, i.e. over your hip joints ­ not across your stomach or lower abdomen. If necessary, tighten the belt strap by pulling it down slightly and retighten in the direction of the inertia reel. Do not route the belt strap over sharp-edged or easily broken objects, especially if these are located on or in your clothing, e.g. spectacles, pencils, keys, etc. The seat belt strap could be damaged and you could be injured. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 41 Getting started Driving Only one person should use each seat belt at any one time. Never carry children on your lap, since the child will then no longer be secured in the event of an accident, braking or a sudden change in direction, which could result in severe or fatal injuries to the child and other occupants. Persons less than 1.50 m tall (5 feet) cannot wear the seat belts correctly. For this reason, secure persons less than 1.50 m (5 feet) tall in specially designed, suitable restraint systems. Children less than 1.50 m (5 feet) tall or under 12 years of age cannot wear the seat belts properly. Always secure these children in suitable child restraint systems on suitable vehicle seats ( page 66). Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions when fitting the child restraint system. Do not secure any objects with a seat belt if it is also being used by one of the vehicle's occupants. Risk of injury G Risk of injury G A seat belt only offers its intended degree of protection if the backrest is positioned as close to the vertical as possible and the occupant is sitting upright. Avoid seat positions that do not allow the seat belt to be routed correctly ( page 34). Position the backrest as vertically as possible. Do not drive with the backrest reclined too far back. By design, airbags are not activated in all accident situations, since a correctly fastened seat belt will often be sufficient for providing an effective degree of protection. Airbags do not replace seat belts in any way. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries, make sure that all occupants ­ especially pregnant women ­ are strapped in correctly at all times, have adopted a normal sitting position, and that the seat is positioned as close to the vertical as possible ( page 34). 42 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Driving Pull the belt smoothly from belt reel 1. Route the belt over your shoulder. P 91.40-2300-31 Click belt tongue 2 into buckle 3. If necessary, adjust the belt to the correct height ( page 44). Pull the shoulder belt upwards to tighten the belt across your lap if necessary. Risk of injury The seat belts can then neither function nor perform their protective function as intended. Do not route the belt strap over sharp edges. It could tear. Make sure that the seat belt is not caught in the door or in the seat adjustment mechanism. It could be damaged. Check regularly that the seat belts are not damaged. Never carry out any modifications to the seat belts yourself. They might not function properly any more. Always have seat belts which have been damaged or subjected to a heavy load in an accident replaced at a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. G You could be injured in an accident if you use seat belts which: are damaged have been subjected to a load in an accident have been modified 1 2 3 4 Belt reel Belt tongue Buckle Release button Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 43 Getting started Driving Belt height adjustment You can adjust the seat belt height on the following seats: Driver's seat Front-passenger seat Outer rear seats Adjust the height so that the belt passes over the middle of your shoulder. Mercedes-Benz recommends a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Raising the belt Push the belt guide up. The belt guide will engage in various positions. Lowering the belt Press and hold release button 1. Move the belt guide to the required height. Let go of release button 1 and ensure that the belt guide has engaged. Please observe the information on wearing seat belts correctly ( page 41). P 91.40-2312-31 1 Release button 44 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Driving Automatic transmission* Starting the engine with the key Vehicles with a petrol engine E2_F1 Never leave the engine running in enclose spaces. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide. Inhaling exhaust fumes constitutes a health hazard and could lead to loss of consciousness or even death. B5_P27.60-2346-31 Turn the key to position 3 in the ignition lock ( page 31) and release it. The engine starts automatically. Vehicles with a diesel engine Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 31). Gearshift pattern P Park position with selector lever lock R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position Before starting the engine, make sure that the selector lever is in position P. You will find further information about automatic transmission in the "Controls in detail" section ( page 165). The q preglow indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. As soon as the q preglow indicator lamp goes out, turn the key to position 3 in the ignition lock and release it. The engine starts automatically. Starting the engine Risk of poisoning G ! Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine. i If you depress the brake when starting the engine, the pedal travel is longer than usual and the pedal resistance is low. If you depress the brake after starting the engine, the pedal travel and pedal resistance return to normal. i You can start the engine without preglow if the engine is warm. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 45 Getting started Driving Starting the engine with KEYLESS GO* Risk of accident Vehicles with a diesel engine Depress the brake pedal. P 54.25-3096-31 The selector lever lock will be released. Press KEYLESS GO button 1 once. Your vehicle can be started as long as the KEYLESS GO key is in the vehicle. For this reason, children should never be left unsupervised in the vehicle. They could unintentionally start the vehicle. Take the KEYLESS GO key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you are only leaving it for a short while. You may start your vehicle with no key in the ignition lock using the KEYLESS GO button on the selector lever. Preglow is activated and the engine starts automatically. You can start the engine without preglow if the engine is warm: Press and hold KEYLESS GO button 1 until the engine is running. G 1 KEYLESS GO button Vehicles with a petrol engine Depress the brake pedal. The selector lever lock will be released. Press KEYLESS GO button 1 once. The engine starts automatically. 46 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Driving 6-speed manual transmission Starting the petrol engine Turn the key to position 3 in the ignition lock ( page 31) and release it as soon as the engine is running. E2_F1 B3_P26.60-2197-31 Parking brake Starting the diesel engine Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 31). The q preglow indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. P 42.20-2090-31 Gearshift pattern 1 ­ 6 Forward gears R Reverse gear Before starting the engine, make sure that the transmission is in neutral. Apply the parking brake ( page 47). You will find further information about 6-speed transmission in the "Controls in detail" section ( page 163). As soon as the q preglow indicator lamp goes out, turn the key to position 3 in the ignition lock and release it as soon as the engine is running. 1 Parking brake 2 Release handle Risk of accident G i You can start the engine without preglow if the engine is warm. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. They could release the parking brake. This could lead to a serious or fatal accident. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 47 Getting started Driving Depress the brake pedal and hold it down. On vehicles with automatic transmission* the selector lever lock is released. Release the parking brake. To do this, pull handle 2. The 3 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. i The vehicle will lock itself centrally once you have pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors drop down. You can open the doors from the inside at any time. You can also switch off the automatic door lock ( page 152). Upshifts take place at higher engine speeds after a cold start. This helps the catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature more quickly. 6-speed manual transmission Depress the clutch pedal. Select either first or reverse gear. Release the clutch pedal slowly and depress the accelerator pedal. i The SBC brake system is activated ( see page 80). Automatic transmission* Apply the brake. The selector lever lock will be released. Move the selector lever to position D or R. ! Change gear in good time and do not exceed the maximum speed for each gear ( page 450). Wherever possible, avoid letting the wheels spin. You could otherwise damage the drive train. Pulling away ! Reverse gear may only be selected when the vehicle is stationary, otherwise the transmission could be damaged. Do not drive at high engine speeds until the engine has warmed up. This will protect the engine. i Wait for the shift process to complete before pulling away. Carefully press the accelerator pedal. 48 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Driving Risk of accident G Switching on the headlamps Dipped-beam headlamps i On some country-specific vehicle models, the dipped-beam headlamps come on as soon as the ignition is switched on. Do not downshift until the speed at which you are driving is within the permissible range for the required gear. Do not change down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface. The drive wheels could lose traction and the vehicle could skid. You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. The light switch is located between the steering wheel and the driver's door. Main-beam headlamps P 54.25-2787-31 The combination switch is located on the left of the steering wheel. P 54.30-5310-31 Light switch 1 Lights off 2 Dipped-beam headlamps on Turn the light switch to B. Combination switch 1 Main-beam headlamps 2 Headlamp flash Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 49 Getting started Driving Press the combination switch forwards 1. The main-beam headlamps come on. The A main-beam indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. You will find further information about the lights in the "Controls in detail" section ( page 121). Push the combination switch up 1 or down 2. The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp flashes in the instrument cluster. The combination switch returns to its original position automatically after large steering movements. Windscreen wipers The combination switch is located on the left of the steering wheel. P 54.25-2555-31 i Press the combination switch briefly to indicate a minor change in direction. The appropriate turn signal will flash three times. Combination switch 1 Single wipe 2 To switch on the windscreen wipers Turn signals The combination switch is located on the left of the steering wheel. P54.25-2554-31 Make sure that the ignition is switched on. Combination switch 1 Right-hand turn signal 2 Left-hand turn signal 50 Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) Getting started Driving Switching on the windscreen wipers Turn the combination switch to the correct setting depending on the intensity of the rain. 0 I Windscreen wipers off Intermittent wipe (the wiper sweep interval is dependent on how heavy the rain is) Wiping the windscreen using washer fluid Push the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow 1. The windscreen wipers will wipe with windscreen washer fluid. Intermittent wipe continues when the doors are closed again and: when the clutch is depressed on vehicles with manual transmission when the selector lever is moved to D or R on vehicles with automatic transmission* The rain sensor controls the windscreen wipers automatically depending on the intensity of the rain. Make sure that the ignition is switched on. Set the combination switch to position I. There will be one wiper sweep and the wipe intervals will then be controlled according to the intensity of the rain. i Wipe the windscreen using windscreen washer fluid even when it is raining. By doing so, you will avoid smears on the windscreen. II Normal wipe III Rapid wipe i You can use position I as the univer- Intermittent wipe sal position. The appropriate wiping i frequency is set automatically, depending on the intensity of the rain. If you have selected the intermittent setting, wiping is interrupted Single wipe as soon as the driver's door or front-passenger door is opened. Push the combination switch briefly This protects people getting into up to the pressure point in the diand leaving the vehicle from being rection of arrow 1. sprayed with water. The windscreen wipers will wipe once without windscreen washer fluid. Online Version (Edition F1, 06/03) 51 Getting started Driving Switching on intermittent wipe Press upper section 1 of the switch. Indicator lamp 2 lights up. Rear window wiper for Estate The switch is located on the centre console. Wiping with washer fluid