Vehicle

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions
Shift to 'P' or 'N' to Start Engine You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position R or D.
  • Shift the transmission to position P or N.
P Shift to 'P' You have attempted to stop the engine with the Start/Stop button while the transmission was not in position P.
  • Shift the transmission to position P.
The tailgate is open. The tailgate is open.
  • Close the tailgate.
Risk of accidentThe hood is open. Risk of accident

The hood is open.

  • Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Apply the parking brake.
  • Close the hood.
At least one door is open. At least one door is open.
  • Close all the doors.
Malfunction See Operator's Manual

Power Steering Malfunction See Operator's Manual

 Risk of accident

The power steering is malfunctioning. You will need to use more force to steer. A warning tone also sounds.

  • Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
  • If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified specialist workshop.
  • If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. Contact the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Phone No Service Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ receiver range.
  • Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display.
Fluid

Check Washer Fluid

 The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
  • Add washer fluid ().
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    Opening and closing the side trim panels
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    Automatic headlamp mode
    To switch on automatic headlamp mode: turn the light switch to . SmartKey in position 1 in the ignition lock: the parking lamps are switched on or off automatically depending on the brightness ...