
Unlocking and locking
78
–Maximum time allowed for synchronising is 30 seconds.
– The normal key is used to activate the ignition, and the key with  the remote control is the key to be programmed.
– Check that the car is open before commencing programming.
– Place the key without remote control in the contact inside the  steering and ignition lock.
– Use the key with remote control and mechanically lock the  vehicle from the driver's door.
– Open and close the driver's door lock mechanically, using the  remote control key.
– At the same time press the button     on the remote control  key.
– Complete the procedure by removing the key from the contactIt is possible that the vehicle could no  longer be opened and closed with the 
remote control if the button   is repeatedly pressed outside of the effective 
range of the radio frequency remote cont rol. The remote control key will have 
to be resynchronised.
Spare remote control keys are available from Authorised Service Centres, they 
must be matched to the locking system.
Anti-theft alarm system*Description of anti-theft alarm system*
The anti-theft alarm triggers an alarm if unauthorised move-
ments are detected around the vehicle.The anti-theft alarm makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle or steal 
it. Audible and visible alarms are triggered if the car is opened using the 
mechanical key, or if unauthorised  access is gained to the vehicle.
The anti-theft alarm system is automatically switched on when the vehicle is 
locked. For this, either turn the key once in the lock towards the locking posi-
tion or press button     on the radio-frequency remote control*. The 
system is activated immediately and the indicator light located on the 
driver’s door will flash along with the indicators indicating that the alarm and 
the locking security system (double lock) have been turned on.
When the vehicle is locked the indicator lamps light up only if the alarm has 
been correctly activated (all the protection zones should be correctly closed).
If any of the doors or the bonnet are open, when the alarm is connected these 
will not be included in the protection zones of the vehicle. If the door or 
bonnet is subsequently closed, they wi ll automatically be included in the 
vehicle protection zones and the indicators will flash accordingly.
When does the system trigger an alarm?
The alarm system is triggered, in the locked vehicle, when:•
a door
•
the bonnet or
•
the tailgate
are unduly opened
•
or the ignition is switched on
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Seats and stowage
104Removing or adjust ing head restraints
The head restraints can be adjusted by moving them up and 
down.Adjusting height (front seats)
– Press the button on the side and pull upwards to the desired  position.
– To lower the head restraint, press the button and push head  restraint downwards.
– Make sure that it engages securely into position.
Adjust height (rear outer seats)
– Press the button on the side and pull upwards or downwards to  the desired position. – Make sure that the head restrain
t engages securely in one of its 
positions.
Adjusting height (rear central seat)
– Press the button on the side and pull upwards to the desired  position.
– To lower the head restraint, press the button and push head  restraint downwards.
– Make sure that the head restrain t engages securely in one of its 
positions  ⇒page 13.
Angle adjustment (front seats)
– Press the head restraint forward or back to the required position.
Removing the head restraint
– Push the head restraint up as far as it will go.
– Press the button  ⇒fig. 73  (arrow).
– Pull head restraint out of fitting without releasing the button.
Fitting the head restraint
– Insert the head restraint into the guides on the rear backrest.
– Push head restraint down.
– Adjust the head rest to suit body size  ⇒page 12.
WARNING
•
Never drive if the head restraints have been removed. Risk of injury.
Fig. 73  Adjusting and 
removing the head 
restraints
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Seats and stowage
114USB* Connection
A USB port is in the passenger glove compartment.For information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio 
handbook.First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire 
extinguisher*First-aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisherThe use of reflective warning triangles is obligatory in emergencies in some 
countries. As are the first-aid kit and a set of spare lightbulbs.
The first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher are located in the luggage compart-
ment, in the side compartments and held in place by Velcro. The warning triangle may be located in 
the rear of the luggage compartment 
held in place by rubber bands.
Note
•
The first-aid kit, the warning triangles and the fire extinguisher are not 
supplied with the vehicle as standard.
•
The first-aid kit, the warning triangles and the fire extinguisher should 
meet legal requirements.
•
The expiry date of the content of  the first-aid kit should be checked.
•
Ensure that the fire extinguisher is  fully functional. The fire extinguisher 
should, therefore, be checked regularly. The sticker on the fire extinguisher 
will inform you of the next date for checking.
•
Before acquiring accessories and em ergency equipment see the instruc-
tions on  ⇒page 169, “Accessories, parts replacement and modifications”.
Luggage compartmentStowing luggage
All luggage must be securely stowed.Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles 
well at all times:
– Distribute the load as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment 
as possible.
Fig. 88  USB* connection 
in the passenger side 
glove compartment
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– Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition lock. Turn the steering wheel slightly to engage the steering lock.
– Always take you car keys with you when you leave the vehicle  ⇒ .Additional notes on parking the vehicle on gradients:
Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle would roll against the kerb if it did 
start to roll.•
If the vehicle is facing  downhill, turn the front wheels so that they point 
towards the kerb.
•
If the vehicle is facing  uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point  away 
from the kerb .
•
Secure the vehicle as normal by applying the handbrake firmly and 
selecting first gear.
WARNING
•
Take measures to reduce the risk of injury when you leave your vehicle 
unattended.
•
Never park where the hot exhaust system could ignite inflammable 
materials, such as dry grass, low bushes, spilt fuel etc.
•
Never allow vehicle occupants to remain in the vehicle when it is 
locked. They would be unable to open  the vehicle from the inside, and 
could become trapped in the vehicle in an emergency. In the event of an 
emergency, locked doors will delay assistance to occupants.
•
Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. They could set the 
vehicle in motion, for example, by releasing the handbrake or the gear 
lever / selector lever.
•
Depending on weather conditions, it  may become extremely hot or cold 
inside the vehicle. This can be fatal.
Cruise control system (CCS)*Description
The cruise control system is able to maintain the set speed in 
the range from approx. 30 km/h to 180 km/h.Once the speed setting has been saved, you may take your foot off the accel-
erator.
WARNING
It could be dangerous to use the cruise control system if it is not possible 
to drive at constant speed.•
For safety reasons the cruise control system should not be used in 
dense traffic, in sections with bends  or where roads conditions are poor 
(e.g. aquaplaning, loose chippings, slippery surfaces, snow). Risk of acci-
dent.
•
Always switch off the CCS when you have finished using it. This will 
prevent you using it by mistake.
•
It is dangerous to use a set speed which is too high for the current road, 
traffic or weather conditions. Risk of accident.Note
The cruise control cannot maintain a co nstant speed when descending gradi-
ents. The vehicle will accelerate under its own weight. Use the foot brake to 
slow the vehicle.
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Driving and the environment157
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
Where possible, operate the trailer with the maximum permitted 
draw bar 
weight  on the ball joint of the towing bracket, but do not exceed the specified 
limit.
The figures for  trailer weights and draw bar weights  that are given on the 
data plate of the towing bracket are for certification purposes only. The 
correct figures for your sp ecific model, which may be  lower than these figures 
for the towing bracket, are give n in the registration documents  ⇒Section 
“Technical data”.
Distributing the load
Distribute loads in the trailer so that heavy objects are as near to the axle as 
possible. Loads carried in the trailer must be secured to prevent them 
moving.
Tyre pressure
Set tyre pressure to the maximum permissible pressure shown on the sticker 
on the inside of the fuel tank flap. Set the tyre pressure of the trailer tyres in 
accordance with the trailer manufacturer's recommendations.
Exterior mirrors
Check whether you can see enough of the road behind the trailer with the 
standard mirrors. If this is not the case you should have additional mirrors 
fitted. Both exterior mirrors should  be mounted on hinged extension 
brackets. Adjust the mirrors to give  sufficient vision to the rear.
WARNING
Never transport people in a trailer. This could result in fatal accidents.
Note
•
Towing a trailer places additional demands on the vehicle. We recom-
mend additional services between the  normal inspection intervals if the 
vehicle is used frequently for towing a trailer.
•
Find out whether special regulations apply to towing a trailer in your 
country.
Ball coupling of towing bracket*
The ball coupling of the towing bracket is located in the tool 
boxThe ball coupling is provided with in structions on fitting and removing the 
ball coupling of the towing bracket.
WARNING
The towing bracket ball coupling must be stored securely in the luggage 
compartment to prevent them being flung through the vehicle and causing 
injury.
Note
•
By law, the ball coupling must be re moved if a trailer is not being towed 
and it obscures the number plate.
Driving tips
Driving with a trailer always requires extra care.Weight distribution
The weight distribution of a loaded trailer with an unladen vehicle is very 
unfavourable. However, if this cannot be  avoided, drive extra slowly to allow 
for the unbalanced we ight distribution.
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Accessories, parts replacement and modifications
172If a towing bracket is to be fitted after the vehicle is purchased, this must be 
completed according to the instructions of the towing bracket manufacturer.
The attachment points for the towing bracket   are underneath the vehicle.
The distance between the centre of the ball coupling and the ground should 
never be lower than the  measurement indicated when the vehicle is fully 
loaded including the maximum resting weight.
Measurement for securing the towing bracket:
65 mm (minimum)
from 350 mm to 420 mm (fully laden vehicle)
960 mm
345 mm
188 mm
Fitting a towing bracket•
Driving with a trailer implies additional work for the vehicle. Therefore, 
before fitting a towing bracket, please contact an Authorised Service Centre 
to check whether your cooling system needs modification.
•
Observe the legal requirements in your country (e.g. the fitting of a sepa-
rate warning lamp).
•
Certain vehicle components, e.g. the  rear bumper must be removed and 
reinstalled. The towing bracket securin g bolts must be tightened using a 
torque wrench, and an electrical sock et must be used to connect to the 
vehicle's electrical system. This requ ires specialist knowledge and tools.
•
The figures in the illustration show the dimensions and attachment points 
that must be observed if you are retrofitting a towing bracket.
WARNING
Towing brackets should be fitted by specialists.•
If the towing bracket is incorrectly installed, there is serious danger of 
an accident.
•
For your own safety, please observe the instructions provided by the 
manufacturer of the towing bracket.Caution
•
If the electrical socket is incorrectly installed, this could cause damage to 
the vehicle's electrical system.Note
For the sports model (FR, SPORT, CUPRA...), fitting of a trailer bracket is not 
recommended due to the design of the bumpers.
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Checking and refilling levels173
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
Checking and refilling levelsRefuellingThe tank flap is released manually. The tank holds approxi-
mately 45 litres.Unscrewing the tank cap
– Lift the lid.
– Grip the cap and then insert the key into the lock and rotate 180° 
to the left.
– Unscrew the cap, turning it anti-clockwise.
Closing the tank cap
– Screw the tank cap to the right, until the point of feeling a “click”. – Turn the key in the lock, without releasing the cap in the clock-
wise direction 180°.
– Remove the key and close the flap until it clicks into place. The  tank cap is secured with an anti-loss attachment
The tank flap is at the rear of the vehicle on the right.
If the automatic filler nozzle is operated correctly, it will switch itself off as 
soon as the tank is “full”. Never attempt to fill beyond this point, as this will 
fill the expansion chamber. Fuel may le ak out if ambient conditions are warm.
The correct fuel grade for your vehicle is given on a sticker on the inside of the 
fuel tank flap,
WARNING
•
Fuel is highly inflammable and can cause serious burns and other inju-
ries.
−Never smoke or use any naked flame  when filling the fuel tank of the 
vehicle, or a spare fuel canister, with  fuel. This is an explosion hazard.
− Follow legal requirements for the use of spare fuel canisters.
− For safety reasons we do not recommend carrying a spare fuel 
canister in the vehicle. The canister could be damaged in an accident 
and leak.
•
If, in exceptional circumstances, you have to carry a spare fuel canister, 
please observe the following points:
−Never fill the spare fuel canister inside the vehicle or on it. An elec-
trostatic charge could build up during filling, causing the fuel fumes to 
ignite. This may be fatally explosive. Always place the canister on the 
ground to fill it.
Fig. 124  Tank flap open
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Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
•
Avoid causing short-circuits in the electrical system, particularly at the 
points where the jump leads are attached  ⇒page 226. The battery could 
explode.
•
Never touch the radiator fan. It is temperature controlled and could 
start automatically, even when the engine has been switched off and the 
key removed from the ignition!
•
Do not unscrew the cap on the expansion tank when the engine is hot. 
If the coolant is hot, the cooling system will be pressurised!
•
Protect face, hands and arms by covering the cap with a large, thick 
cloth to protect against escaping coolant and steam.
•
Always make sure you have not left any objects, such as cleaning cloths 
and tools, in the engine compartment.
•
If you have to work underneath the vehicle, you must use suitable 
stands additionally to support the vehicle, there is a risk of accident! A 
hydraulic jack is insufficient for securing the vehicle and there is a risk of 
injury.
•
If any work has to be performed when  the engine is started or with the 
engine running, there is an additional, pote ntially fatal, safety risk from the 
rotating parts, such as the drive belts, alternator, radiator fan, etc., and 
from the high-voltage ignition syst em. You should also observe the 
following points:
−Never touch the electrical wiring of the ignition system.
− Ensure that jewellery, loose clothing and long hair do not get 
trapped in rotating engine parts. Danger of death. Before starting any 
work remove jewellery, tie back and cover hair, and wear tight-fitting 
clothes.
− Always think carefully about pressing the accelerator if a gear is 
engaged in either an automatic or manual gearbox. The vehicle could 
move, even if the handbrake is applied. Danger of death.
•
If work has to be carried out on the fuel system or on electrical compo-
nents, you must observe the following sa fety notes in addition to the above 
warnings:
−Always disconnect the battery. The vehicle must be unlocked when 
this is done, otherwise the alarm will be triggered.
− Do not smoke.
− Never work near naked flames.
− Always have a fire extinguisher on hand.Caution
When changing or topping up service fluids, make absolutely certain that you 
fill the fluids into the correct reservoirs.  Failure to observe this point will result 
in serious malfunctions and engine damage!
For the sake of the environment
Service fluids leaks are harmful to the environment. For this reason you 
should make regular checks on the ground underneath your vehicle. If you 
find spots of oil or other fluids, have  your vehicle inspected in a qualified 
workshop.
WARNING (continued)
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