Problems with the windshield wipers
The windshield wipers are obstructed
Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper movement.
The wiper motor has been deactivated.
•► For safety reasons, you should remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
or
•► Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop
button and open the driver's door.
•► Remove the cause of the obstruction.
•► Switch the windshield wipers back on.
The windshield wipers are inoperative
The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.
•► Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.
•► Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
The spray nozzles are misaligned
The windshield washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits the center of the windshield. The spray nozzles are misaligned.
•► Have the spray nozzles adjusted at a qualified specialist workshop.
See also:
Resetting values
► Press the
button on the
steering wheel to select the trip
computer menu.
► Press the
button to select the
function that you wish to reset.
► Press and hold the R reset butt ...
Driving tips
Maintain a greater distance from the vehicle in front than when driving
without a trailer.
Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake gently at first to allow the
trailer to run on. Then, i ...
Trailer towing
- Drive in the middle of the engine speed
range on uphill gradients.
- Depending on the uphill or downhill
gradient, shift down into shift range 3 or
2, even if cruise control or
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