Skoda KODIAQ2016 User manual

OWNER´S MANUAL
Vehicle and Infotainment
ŠKODA KODIAQ

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565012720AA

Preface
You have opted for a ŠKODA – our sincere thanks for your confidence in us.
This Owner's Manual contains instructions about the vehicle operation, im-
portant information about safety, vehicle care, maintenance and self-help
and technical vehicle data.
Please read this Owner's Manual carefully, because the operation in accord-
ance with these instructions is a prerequisite for proper use of the vehicle.
When using the vehicle, the universally applicable country-specific legal re-
quirements (e.g. for transporting children, deactivating the airbag, tyre use,
road traffic etc.) must always be observed.
Always pay attention when driving! As the driver, you are fully responsible
for road safety.
We hope you enjoy driving your ŠKODA, and wish you a pleasant journey at
all times.
Your ŠKODA AUTO
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565012720AA

Table of Contents
Liability for defects and ŠKODA warranty for
new cars 5
Printed Owner's Manual 7
Online Owner's Manual 8
Notes 9
Structure of the Owner´s Manual and further
information 10
Abbreviations
Safety
Passive Safety 12
General information 12
Correct and safe seated position 12
Emergency call 15
Seat belts 16
Using seat belts 16
Inertia reel and belt tensioners 18
Airbag system 19
Description of the airbag system 19
Airbag deactivation 22
Transporting children safely 24
Child seat 24
Fastening systems 27
Operation
Cockpit 31
Overview 30
Instruments and warning lights 32
Instrument cluster 32
Warning lights 33
Information system 43
Driver information system 43
Operation of the information system 45
Driving data (Multifunction display) 45
MAXI DOT display 47
Service interval display 48
Personalization 49
Unlocking and opening 51
Unlocking and locking 51
Anti-theft alarm system 56
Manually operated tailgate 57
Electric boot lid 58
Window operation 60
Panoramic tilt / slide sunroof 62
Lights and visibility 64
Light 64
Interior lighting 69
Viisibility 71
Windscreen wipers and washers 72
Rear view mirror 74
Seats and head restraints 76
Front seats 76
Rear seats 79
Headrests 81
Seat heating and ventilation 83
Heated steering wheel 85
Practical features 86
Interior equipment 86
Electrical sockets 94
Ashtray and cigarette lighter 96
Tablet holder 97
Transport of cargo 99
Luggage compartment 99
Variable loading floor in the luggage
compartment (Estate) 105
Transportation on the roof rack 107
Heating and ventilation 108
Heating, manual air conditioning system,
Climatronic 108
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating and
ventilation) 112
Online services ŠKODA Connect 115
Introductory information 115
Care Connect-Services 116
infotainment online-Services 117
Infotainment
Introductory information 119
Important information 119
Infotainment Overview 120
Infotainment operation 123
Infotainment operation 123
Voice control 126
Updating the Infotainment software 129
Infotainment settings - Columbus, Amundsen,
Bolero 129
Infotainment system settings 129
Radio menu settings 132
Media menu settings 133
Image menu settings 133
Video DVD menu settings 134
Settings 134
SmartLink menu settings 135
Navigation menu settings 135
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Infotainment settings - Swing 137
Infotainment system settings 137
Radio menu settings 139
Media menu settings 140
Import contactsTelephone menu settings 140
SmartLink menu settings 140
Radio 141
service 141
Media 144
service 144
Audio sources 146
Images 151
Image viewer 151
Video DVD 152
video player 152
Media Command 154
Operation 154
Telephone 156
Introductory information 156
Pairing and connecting 159
Use the SIM card in the external module 162
rSAP 163
Telephone functions 163
Text messages (SMS) 167
Hotspot (WLAN) and data connection 169
Hotspot (WLAN) 169
Data Connection 171
SmartLink 172
Introductory information 172
Android Auto 173
Apple CarPlay 174
MirrorLink®174
application ŠKODA One App 176
Navigation 177
Introductory information 177
Search for destination and enter 181
Import your own goals 185
Map 187
Route guidance 190
Route 193
Waypoint mode 195
Traffic reports 198
Vehicle systems 200
CAR - Vehicle settings 200
Driving
Starting-off and Driving 201
Starting and stopping the engine 201
START-STOP-System 203
Brakes and Parking 205
Manual gear changing and pedals 208
Automatic transmission 208
Running in the engine and economical
driving 211
Avoiding damage to your vehicle 212
Assist systems 213
General information 213
Braking and stabilisation systems 214
OFF ROAD mode 216
Parking aid (ParkPilot) 219
Rear traffic alert and wizard for “Blind
spot”Monitoring 222
Rear View Camera 225
Area View (AreaView) 228
Park Assist 231
Trailer manoeuvring assistant (Trailer Assist) 236
Cruise Control System 238
Speed limiter 239
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) 241
Front Assist 247
Select the driving mode (Driving Mode
Selection) 249
Proactive passenger protection (Crew Protect
Assist) 252
Spurhalteassistent (Lane Assist) 252
Traffic jam assistant 255
Assistant for emergencies 255
Traffic sign recognition 256
Fatigue detection 258
Tyre pressure monitoring 258
Towing device and trailer 260
Hitch 260
Using hitch 262
General Maintenance
Care and maintenance 265
Service work, adjustments and technical
alterations 265
Service intervals 267
Cleaning and care 269
Inspecting and replenishing 273
Fuel 273
AdBlue®and its refilling 276
Engine compartment 277
Engine oil 279
Coolant 280
Brake fluid 281
Vehicle battery 282
Wheels 284
Wheels and tyres 284
Operating in winter conditions 287
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Do-it-yourself
Emergency equipment and self-help 289
Emergency equipment 289
Changing a wheel 290
Puncture repair kit 294
Jump-starting 296
Towing the vehicle 297
Remote control and removable light -
replacing the battery/batteries 299
Emergency unlocking / locking of doors 301
Replacing windscreen wiper blades 302
Fuses and light bulbs 304
Fuses 304
Bulbs 307
Technical data
Technical data 312
Basic vehicle data 312
Vehicle-specific details per engine type 317
Index
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Liability for defects and ŠKODA warranty for new cars
Materials defect liability
Your ŠKODA Partner, as a vendor, is liable to you for material damage to your
new ŠKODA car, ŠKODA Genuine Parts or ŠKODA Genuine Accessories in ac-
cordance with statutory regulations and the purchase agreement.
ŠKODA warranty for new cars
As well as the materials defect liability, ŠKODA AUTO a.s. grants you the
ŠKODA warranty for new cars (hereinafter referred to as “ŠKODA warranty),”
according to the conditions described below.
As part of the ŠKODA warranty, ŠKODA AUTO will ensure the following serv-
ices.
▶Free repair of faulty components or vehicle defects that occur within two
years from the start of the ŠKODA warranty.
▶Free repair of paintwork defects on your vehicle that occur within three
years from the start of the ŠKODA warranty.
▶Free repair of rust perforation to the bodywork of your vehicle that occurs
within twelve years from the start of the warranty. Only rust perforation of
body panels from the inside to the outside is included in the definition of rust
perforation on bodywork and covered by the ŠKODA warranty.
The start of warranty is the date on which the first buyer purchases the new
cars from the ŠKODA Partner1). This date must be noted accordingly by the
ŠKODA Partner in the Owner´s Manual for your vehicle » Documentation of
vehicle handover.
Vehicle repairs may be carried out either by replacing the faulty part or by re-
pairing it. Replaced parts become the property of the ŠKODA Service Partner.
There shall be no further claims arising from the ŠKODA warranty. In particu-
lar, there shall be no claims for replacement, cancellation, provision of a cour-
tesy vehicle for the duration of repairs or compensation for damages.
If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner in a country in
the European Economic Area (i.e. the countries of the European Union, Nor-
way, Iceland and Liechtenstein) or in Switzerland, claims arising from the
ŠKODA warranty must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner in one
of these countries.
If your ŠKODA vehicle was purchased from a ŠKODA Partner outside the Eu-
ropean Economic Area and Switzerland, claims arising from the ŠKODA war-
ranty must also be made through a ŠKODA Service Partner outside the Euro-
pean Economic Area and Switzerland.
One of the conditions for service from the ŠKODA warranty is that all service
work has been carried out in a timely and adequate manner and in accordance
with ŠKODA AUTO provisions. It must be proven that service work has been
carried out properly and in accordance with the ŠKODA AUTO provisions
when raising a claim from the ŠKODA warranty. In the event of a missed serv-
ice or failure to carry out a service according to the ŠKODA AUTO provisions,
you may still be entitled to warranty claims as long as you can prove that the
missed service or the failure to carry out a service according to the ŠKODA
AUTO provisions was not the cause of the defect.
Natural wear and tear to your vehicle is not covered by the ŠKODA warranty.
The ŠKODA warranty also does not cover faults to bodywork, installations or
conversions provided by third-parties, or vehicle faults caused as a result. The
same applies to accessories that are not factory installed and/or delivered.
In addition, this warranty does not apply if the defect was caused by one of the
following:
▶Unauthorized use, improper handling (e.g. use in racing competitions or over-
loading), improper care and maintenance or unapproved modification to your
vehicle.
▶Non-compliance with provisions in the Owner's Manual or other factory-sup-
plied instructions.
▶External causes or influences (e.g. accidents, hail, flooding etc.). 
1) Due to the requirements of generally binding country-specific regulations,
the date of first registration can be specified instead of the date the vehicle
handover.
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Liability for defects and ŠKODA warranty for new cars

▶Parts fitted on or in the vehicle whose use has not been approved by ŠKODA
AUTO, or modification of the vehicle in a manner not approved by ŠKODA
AUTO (e.g. tuning).
▶Damage caused by you that was not immediately seen to by a specialist ga-
rage or was not rectified properly.
It is the customer's responsibility to prove that it was not the cause.
This ŠKODA warranty does not affect the purchaser's statutory rights from
materials defect liability from the vehicle vendor and other potential claims
from product liability laws.
Mobility warranty
The mobility warranty provides a sense of security when travelling in your ve-
hicle.
If your vehicle breaks down on the road due to an unexpected defect, services
can be rendered under you mobility warranty to ensure that you remain mo-
bile. These services include: breakdown call at breakdown location and towing
away to ŠKODA service partner, technical assistance on the phone or starting-
up at the location of breakdown.
If your vehicle is not repaired on the same day, the ŠKODA Service Partner
may provide further services as required, such as replacement transportation
(bus, train etc.) or a courtesy vehicle etc.
More information regarding terms and conditions for the provision of a mobili-
ty warranty for your vehicle can be obtained from your ŠKODA Partner. They
will also provide you with detailed terms and conditions for the mobility war-
ranty with respect to your vehicle. In the event that there is no mobility war-
ranty coverage available for your vehicle, you should check with any ŠKODA
Service Partner about the possibility of a subsequent agreement.
Optional ŠKODA extended warranty
If you opted for a ŠKODA extended warranty when purchasing your new car,
the two-year ŠKODA warranty with regards to all free warranty repairs is ex-
tended by the period you chose or until the chosen mileage limit has been
reached, whichever occurs first.
The previously mentioned paint warranty and the warranty against rust perfo-
ration are unaffected by the ŠKODA extended warranty.
The ŠKODA extended warranty does not apply to external and internal foils.
The information on the detailed conditions of the ŠKODA extended warranty
is provided by your ŠKODA partner.
Note
The ŠKODA extended warranty is only available in some countries.
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Printed Owner's Manual
In the printed Owner's Manual, the most important information relating to ve-
hicle operation is included. The Owner's Manual with further detailed informa-
tion is available in the Online Version on ŠKODAweb pages » Fig. 1 on
page 8.
These Owner´s Manual apply to all body variants of the vehicle and all related
model versions as well as all equipment levels.
This Owner's Manual describes all possible equipment variants without iden-
tifying them as special equipment, model variants or market-dependent equip-
ment. Consequently, this vehicle does not contain all of the equipment com-
ponents described in this Owner's Manual.
The level of equipment in your vehicle refers to your purchase contract for the
vehicle. For any questions regarding the scope of equipment, please contact a
ŠKODA Partner.
The Pictures in this Owner's Manual are for illustrative purposes only. The il-
lustrations can differ in minor details from your vehicle; they are only intended
to provide general information.
ŠKODA AUTO pursues a policy of ongoing product and model development
with all vehicles. Changes in terms of supply scope are possible at any time
with regard to design, equipment and technology. The information listed in this
Owner's Manual corresponds to the information available at the time of going
to press.
Therefore legal claims cannot be made based on the technical data, illustra-
tions and information contained in this Owner's Manual.
We recommend that the web pages that are referred to in this Owner's Man-
ual are displayed using the classic view. If the web pages are displayed using
the mobile view, they may not contain all necessary information.
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Printed Owner's Manual

Online Owner's Manual
Fig. 1
Online manual on the ŠKODA
websites
The online Owner's Manual contains some detailed information, which is not
listed in the printed version of the manual.
To display the online Owner's Manual, proceed as follows.
1. Read the QR-Code » Fig. 1 or Enter the following address in your web
browser.
http://go.skoda.eu/owners-manuals
The web page with a model overview of the ŠKODA brand is opened.
2. Select the desired model - a menu with the manuals is displayed.
3. Select the construction period as well as the language.
4. Select one of the following manual types.
File in PDFformat
Onlineversion of the manual
Variant for the mobile device - MyŠKODA App application
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Notes
Terms used
- Workshop - a workshop that carries out specialist service tasks
for ŠKODA vehicles. A specialist can be a ŠKODA Partner, a ŠKODA
Service Partner, or an independent workshop.
- A workshop that has been contractually author-
ised by ŠKODA AUTO or its distribution partner to perform service
work on ŠKODA vehicles and to sell ŠKODA Genuine Parts.
- A company that has been authorised by ŠKODA AUTO or
its distribution partner to sell new ŠKODA vehicles and, when applicable,
to service them using ŠKODA Genuine Parts and sell ŠKODA Genuine
Parts.
Text notes
- Short press (e.g. a button) within 1 s
- Long press (e.g. a button) for more than 1 s
Explanation of symbols
Reference to the introductory module of a chapter with important infor-
mation and safety warnings
Situations in which the vehicle must be stopped as soon as possible
® Registered trademark
Telephone operation in the MAXI DOT display
Text display in the segment display
→ Marker to the next operation step
WARNING
Texts with this symbol draw attention to threats of a serious accident, in-
jury or loss of life.
CAUTION
Texts with this symbol draw attention to the risk of vehicle damage or possible
inoperability of some systems.
Note
Texts with this symbol contain additional information.
“Specialist”
“ŠKODA Service Partner”
“ŠKODA Partner”
“Press”
“Hold”
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Notes

Structure of the Owner´s Manual and further
information
Structure of the manual
The Owner's Manual is hierarchically divided into the following areas.
■Paragraph (e.g. Operating instructions) - the title of the paragraph is always
indicated on the lower left-hand side
■Main chapter (e.g. Checking and refilling) - the title of the main chapter is
always indicated on the lower right-hand side
■Chapter (e.g. Engine oil)
■Introductory information - Module overview within the chapter, in-
troductory information about the chapter content and, where appropri-
ate, information relevant to the whole chapter
■Module (e.g. Checking and refilling)
Information search
When searching for information in the Owner´s Manual, we recommend using
the Index at the end of the Owner's Manual.
Direction indications
All direction indications such as “left”, “right”, “front”, “rear” relate to the for-
ward direction of travel of the vehicle.
Units
The volume, weight, speed and length data are given in metric units, unless
otherwise indicated.
Display
In this Owner's Manual, the MAXI DOT display is used as the display in the in-
strument cluster unless otherwise stated.
Emergency assistance
In the case of a breakdown, the required breakdown service contact informa-
tion can be found in the following locations.
▶Contact information from ŠKODA Partner (e.g. window sticker)
▶Infotainment (Phone - breakdown service / information service menu)
▶Mobile application ŠKODA
▶ŠKODA websites
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Abbreviations
Abbreviation Definition
rpm Engine revolutions per minute
ABS Anti-lock brake system
ACC Adaptive cruise control
AGM Vehicle battery type
APN Name of the access point for the data connection
TCS Traction control
CO2Carbon dioxide
COC Declaration of conformity
DPF Diesel particle filter
DSG Automatic double clutch gearbox
DSR Active driver-steering recommendation
EDL Electronic differential lock
ECE Economic Commission for Europe
EPC EPC fault light
ESC Electronic Stability Control
ET Rim depth
EU European Union
HBA Hydraulic brake assist
HHC Uphill start assist
KESSY Keyless unlocking, starting and locking
kW Kilowatt, measuring unit for output
LED Lighting element type
M1 A passenger car constructed primarily for the transport of
people
M1G Passenger car with enhanced off-road capability
MCB Multi-collision brake
MG Manual gearbox
MSR Engine drag torque control
Abbreviation Definition
N1 Panel van intended exclusively or mainly for the transporta-
tion of goods
Nm Newton meter, measuring unit for the engine torque
PIN personal identification number
Qi Standard for wireless charging by electrical induction
TDI CR Diesel engine with turbo-charging and common rail injection
system
TSA Trailer stabilisation
TSI Petrol engine with turbo charging and direct injection
VIN Vehicle identification number
W Watt, unit of power
WLAN Wireless data network
XDS Functional extension of the electronic differential lock
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Safety
Passive Safety
General information
Introduction
This section of the manual includes important information on the subject of
passive safety. We have combined everything here which you should be famili-
ar with, for example, regarding seat belts, airbags, safety of children and any-
thing similar.
Other important safety information can also be found in the following chap-
ters of this Owner´s Manual. The Owner´s Manual should therefore always be
in the vehicle.
Before setting off
For your own safety and the safety of the people travelling with you, please
pay attention to the following points before setting off.
▶Check the function of the lighting and turn signal systems.
▶Check the function of the wipers and check the wiper blades for wear.
Check the windscreen washer fluid level.
▶Ensure that all of the windows offer good visibility to the outside.
▶Adjust the rear-view mirror so that vision to the rear is guaranteed. Ensure
that the mirrors are not covered.
▶Check the tyre inflation pressure.
▶Check the engine oil, brake fluid and coolant level.
▶Secure all items of luggage.
▶Do not exceed the permissible axle loads and permissible gross weight of the
vehicle.
▶Close all doors as well as the bonnet and boot lid.
▶Ensure that no objects can obstruct the pedals.
▶Protect children by using a suitable child seat» page 24, Transporting chil-
dren safely.
▶Adopt the correct seated position. Instruct your passengers to assume the
correct seated position» page 12, Correct and safe seated position.
Driving safety
In the interests of traffic safety, the following information must be observed.
▶Do not become distracted from concentrating on the traffic situation, (e.g.
by your passengers or mobile phone calls).
▶Never drive when your driving ability is impaired, (e.g. due to medication, al-
cohol or drugs).
▶Keep to the traffic regulations and the permissible speed limit.
▶Always adjust the driving speed to the road, traffic and weather conditions.
▶Take regular breaks on long journeys (at least every two hours).
Correct and safe seated position
Introduction
Always assume the correct seated position before setting off and do not
change this position while driving. Also advise your passengers to adopt the
correct seated position and not to change this position while the car is moving.
The following list contains instructions for the Passenger which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death.
▶Do not lean against the dash panel.
▶Do not put your feet on the dash panel.
The following list contains instructions for all Passengers which, if not ob-
served, may cause serious injuries or death.
▶Do not sit only on the front part of the seat.
▶Do not sit facing to the side.
▶Do not lean out of the window.
▶Do not put your limbs out of the window.
▶Do not put your feet on the seat cushion. 
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WARNING
■The front seats and all head restraints must be adjusted to match the
body size at all times and the seat belt must always be fastened properly to
provide the most effective levels of protection to the passengers.
■Each occupant must correctly fasten the seat belt belonging to the seat.
Children must be fastened » page 24, Transporting children safely with a
suitable restraint system.
■The seat backrests must not be tilted too far back when driving, as this
will impair the function of the seat belts and of the airbag system – risk of
injury!
WARNING
By sitting incorrectly, the occupant is risking life-threatening injuries.
Driver’s correct seated position
Fig. 2 Correct seated position for the driver/correct steering wheel po-
sition
Read and observe on page 13 first.
For your own safety and to reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accident,
the following instructions must be observed.
Adjust the driver’s seat in the forward/back direction so that the pedals
can be fully depressed with slightly bent legs.
For vehicles equipped with driver knee airbags, adjust the driver's seat in a
forward/back direction so that there is a gap of at least 10 cm between
the legs and the dashboard in the vicinity of the knee airbag » Fig. 2 - B.
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Adjust the seat backrest so that the highest point of the steering wheel
can be reached with your arms at a slight angle.
Adjust the steering wheel so that the distance between the steering wheel
and your chest is at least 25 cm » Fig. 2 - A.
Adjust the headrest so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same
level as the upper part of your head (not for seats with integrated headr-
ests) » Fig. 2 - C.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 16, Using seat belts.
WARNING
■Maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel, and a dis-
tance of at least 10 cm between the legs and the dash panel at the height
of the knee airbag. Not maintaining this minimum distance will mean that
the airbag system will not be able to properly protect you - hazard!
■When driving, hold the steering wheel with both hands firmly on the out-
er edge in the “9 o'clock” and “3 o'clock” position » Fig. 2. Never hold the
steering wheel in the “12 o'clock” position or in any other way (e.g. in the
middle, inner edge of the steering wheel or similar). Otherwise, in the event
of airbag deployment, you could suffer serious injury to the arms, hands
and head.
■Ensure that no objects are located in the driver's footwell, as they could
lodge in the pedal system whilst driving. You would then no longer be able
to operate the clutch, brake or acceleration pedals.
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Passive Safety

Adjusting the steering wheel position
Fig. 3 Adjusting the steering wheel position
Read and observe on page 13 first.
The height and forward/back position of the steering wheel can be adjusted.
›Swing the safety lever under the steering wheel in the direction of arrow 1
» Fig. 3.
›Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position. The steering wheel can be
adjusted in direction of arrow 2.
›Pull the holder in arrow direction 3until the stop.
WARNING
■Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving only when
the vehicle is stationary!
■The safety lever must always be locked after adjusting so that the steer-
ing wheel cannot accidentally change position – risk of accident!

Passenger’s correct seating position
Read and observe on page 13 first.
For passenger safety and to reduce the risk of injury in an accident, the follow-
ing instructions must be observed.
Position the front passenger seat back as far as possible. The front pas-
senger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm to the dash panel so
that the airbag offers the greatest possible safety if it is deployed.
Adjust the headrests so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same
level as the upper part of your head » Fig. 2 on page 13 - C(not for seats
with integrated headrests).
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 16, Using seat belts.
WARNING
■Ensure a distance of at least 25 cm to the dashboard, otherwise the air-
bag system will not be able to protect you properly - risk of death!
■Always keep your feet in the footwell when the car is being driven – nev-
er place your feet on the instrument panel, out of the window or on the
surface of the seats! You will be exposed to increased risk of injury if it be-
comes necessary to apply the brake or in the event of an accident. If an air-
bag is deployed, you could suffer fatal injuries by adopting an incorrect
seated position!
Passengers’ correct seating position on the rear seats
Read and observe on page 13 first.
For passenger safety on the rear seats and to reduce the risk of injury in the
event of an accident, the following information must be observed.
Adjust the headrests so that the top edge of the headrest is at the same
level as the upper part of the head » Fig. 2 on page 13 - C.
Correctly fasten the seat belt » page 16, Using seat belts.
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Emergency call
Only valid for some countries.
Fig. 4
Warning light and emergency
button
The emergency call system (hereinafter only system) is used for automatic or
manual connection to an emergency number.
Vehicles with the Care Connect » page 115 service are equipped with the sys-
tem.
Once connected, the driver can communicate with the associated control cen-
ter via the loudspeaker and microphone built into the vehicle.
Warning light and emergency button » Fig. 4
Warning light
- Establishment of connection to emergency call number
Automatic establishment of connection
In the case of an accident with airbag deployment, the system automatically
establishes a connection to an emergency call number.
In the case of a less serious accident, the system offers automatically connects
to an emergency call or breakdown call number via the Infotainment screen.
Manual establishment of connection
›Press the button B» Fig. 4 for longer than 3 s (the established connection
can be terminated by pressing the button again).
›To confirm the connection setup displayed in the Infotainment screen / on
the display of the instrument cluster or wait a few seconds, the connection is
set up automatically. The warning light Aflashes green.
A
B
The Function of the system is displayed after switching on the ignition by
lighting up of warning light A» Fig. 4.
▶When the system is operational, the warning light will illuminate green.
▶In the case of a system fault, the warning light illuminates red.
WARNING
■The availability of a mobile network is indispensable for the system func-
tion - no emergency call is possible if a mobile network is not available.
■In the case of a system fault there is a risk that the system will not acti-
vate in the event of an accident. This must be checked immediately by a
specialized garage.
Note
■Along with the connection to the emergency call number, the system sends
the predefined vehicle and occupant data time at the time of the accident (e.g.
the vehicle identification number, the vehicle location, the number of unbelted
occupants, the number of deployed airbags and other similar information) to
the emergency call centre.
■If the vehicle is located in an area without an operational emergency call sys-
tem infrastructure, then the vehicle data is not transmitted to the emergency
call centre.
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Passive Safety

Seat belts
Using seat belts
Introduction
Seat belts that are fastened correctly offer good protection in the event of an
accident. They reduce the risk of an injury and increase the chance of survival
in the event of a major accident.
The seat belts reduce the kinetic energy considerably. They also prevent un-
controlled movements which, in turn, may well result in severe injuries.
When transporting children, observe the following information» page 24,
Transporting children safely.
WARNING
■Put the seat belt on before starting any journey! This also applies to other
passengers - there is a danger of injury!
■Maximum seat belt protection is only achieved if you are correctly seated
» page 12, Correct and safe seated position.
■The seat backrests of the front seats must not be tilted too far to the rear
otherwise the seatbelts can lose their effectiveness.
WARNING
Information on dealing with the safety belts
■The belt webbing must not be jammed in-between at any point or twis-
ted, or chafe against any sharp edges.
■Make sure you do not catch the seat belt in the door when closing it.
WARNING
Information on the proper use of safety belts
■Adjust the height of the belt in such a way that the shoulder part of the
belt is roughly positioned across the middle of your shoulder - on no ac-
count across your neck.
■No two persons (also not children) should ever use a single seat belt to-
gether.
WARNING (Continued)
■The lock tongue should only be inserted into the lock which is the correct
one for your seat. Wrong use of the safety belt will reduce its capacity to
protect and the risk of injury increases.
■Many layers of clothing and loose clothing (e. g. a winter coat over a jack-
et) do not allow you to be correctly seated and impairs proper operation of
the seat belts.
■Do not use clamps or other objects to adjust seat belts (e.g. for shorten-
ing the belts for smaller persons).
■The seat belts for second and third row of seats can only fulfil their func-
tion reliably if the rear seat backrests are correctly locked into position
» page 79.
WARNING
Information on the care and maintenance of safety belts
■The belt webbing must always be kept clean. Soiled belt webbing may im-
pair the proper operation of the inertia reel » page 272.
■The seat belts must not be removed or changed in any way. Do not at-
tempt to repair the seat belts yourself.
■Check the condition of all the seat belts on a regular basis. If parts of the
belt system become damaged (e.g. the belt webbing, the belt connections,
the inertia reel, the locking part etc.), the respective seat belt must be re-
placed by a specialist garage immediately.
■Seat belts which have been subjected to stress in an accident must be re-
placed by a specialist garage. The anchorage points for the belts should al-
so be checked.
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Correct routing of seat belt
Fig. 5 Routing of belt webbing over the shoulders and the lap
belt/Routing of belt webbing for an expectant mother
Fig. 6 Seat belt height adjusters for front seats
Read and observe on page 16 first.
It is important that the belt is properly routed to ensure seat belts offer the
maximum protection.
The shoulder part of the belt must run approximately over the middle of your
shoulder (never across your neck) and fit well against your upper body » Fig. 5
- .
The lap part of the belt must run lap part of the belt must run in front of the
pelvis (must never run across your stomach) and must always fit snugly » Fig. 5
- .

In the case of pregnant women, the lap part of the belt must be positioned as
low as possible on the pelvis to avoid exerting any pressure on the lower abdo-
men » Fig. 5 - .
Seat belt height adjusters for front seats
›Push the seat belt guide loop upwards in the direction of arrow» Fig. 6 - .
›Or: push together the mechanism in the direction of arrows 1and push the
return pulley downwards in the direction of arrow 2» Fig. 6 - .
›Then pull firmly on the belt to ensure that the seat belt height adjuster has
correctly locked in place.
WARNING
■Always ensure that the webbing of the seat belts is properly routed. Seat
belts which are not correctly adjusted can themselves cause injuries even in
minor accidents.
■A seat belt which is hanging too loose can result in injuries as your body is
moved forward by the kinetic energy produced in an accident and is then
suddenly held firm by the belt.
■The belt webbing must not run across solid or fragile objects (e.g. specta-
cles, ball-point pens, keys, etc.). Such objects can cause injury.
Fastening and unfastening seat belts
Fig. 7 Fastening/unfastening the seat belt 
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Seat belts

Fig. 8 Fasten/unfasten seat belt in the third row
Read and observe on page 16 first.
Before fastening
›Adjust the headrest properly (does not apply to seats with integrated headr-
ests).
›Adjust the seat (applies for the front seats and the second row).
›Adjust the belt height (applies to the front seats).
Fasten - in front and in the second row
›Use the lock tongue to slowly pull the webbing over your chest and pelvis.
›Insert the lock tongue into the belt buckle for the seat » Fig. 7 - until it
audibly clicks into place.
›Pull on the belt to check that it has engaged correctly in the lock.
Unfasten - in front and in the second row
›Hold the lock tongue and press the red button in the belt buckle » Fig. 7 - .
The lock tongue pops out.
›Feed the belt back manually so that the seat belt is not twisted and the belt
webbing rolls up completely.
Fasten - in the third row of seats
›Slowly pull down the belt on the lock tongue A» Fig. 8 in the arrow direc-
tion 1.
›Insert the lock tongue Ainto the lock in the direction of arrow 2until it
clicks.
›Pull the belt on the lock tongue Bslowly across the chest and pelvis in the
direction of arrow 3.
›Insert the lock tongue Bin the other lock in the direction of arrow 4stuck,
until it clicks.
›Pull on the belt to check that it has engaged correctly in the lock.

Unfasten - in the third row of seats
›Grip the lock tongue A» Fig. 8and press the red button in the lock tongue,
the lock tongue pops out.
›Grip the lock tongue Band press the red button in the seat belt buckle; the
lock tongue pops out.
›Guide the belt back by hand so that the seat belt does not twist and the seat
belt strap rolls up fully.
WARNING
The slot of the belt tongue must not be blocked, otherwise the belt tongue
will not lock in place properly.
Inertia reel and belt tensioners
Introduction
Inertia reels
Each seat belt is equipped with an inertia reel.
When pulling slowly on the seat belt, the belt can move freely. When pulling
sharply on the seat belt, the movement is locked by the inertia reel. The belts
also lock when full braking, when the car accelerates, when driving downhill
and when cornering.
WARNING
If the seat belt does not lock when pulling sharply on it, have the inertia reel
inspected immediately by a specialist garage.
Belt tensioners
The safety for the driver, front passenger and the two passengers on the outer
seats of the second row of seats who are wearing seat belts is enhanced by
the belt tensioners fitted to the inertia reels of the front seats and the outer
seats of the second row of seats.
If there is a collision with a certain severity the seat belts are tightened by the
belt tensioner so that unwanted body motion is prevented.
Belt tensioners are not activated in the event of minor collisions, in the case of
a roll-over and also not in accidents in which no major forces are produced. 
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