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4Cleaning and caring for your vehicle
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General notes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Care of the vehicle exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Care of the vehicle interior  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Accessories, parts replacement and 
modifications
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Accessories and parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Roof aerial*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Mobile telephones and two-way radios . . . . . . . 
Fitting a towing bracket* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Checking and refilling levels
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Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Petrol  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Diesel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Working in the engine compartment . . . . . . . . . 
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Washer fluid and windscreen wiper blades . . . . 
Brake fluid  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Battery  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
If and when
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Vehicle tools, spare wheel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Wheel change  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Tyre repair kit* (Tyre Mobility System)  . . . . . . . . 
Fuses  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Bulb change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Towing and tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
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General notes on the technical data
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What you should be aware of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
How are the figures measured?  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  Towing a trailer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Techn ical  Data
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Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Petrol engine 1.2 44 kW (60 bhp)  . . . . . . . . . . . 
Petrol engine 1.2 51 kW (69 bhp)  . . . . . . . . . . . 
Petrol engine 1.4 63 kW (86 bhp)  . . . . . . . . . . . 
Petrol engine 1.4 litre 55 kW (75 hp). Automatic
Petrol engine 1.4 74 kW (100 bhp)  . . . . . . . . . . 
Petrol engine 1.6l 77 kW (105 bhp) . . . . . . . . . . 
Petrol engine 1.8 110 kW (150 bhp)  . . . . . . . . . 
Petrol engine 1.8l 132 kW (180 bhp) CUPRA  . . 
Diesel engine 1.4 litre TDI 51 kW (70 bhp)  . . . . 
Diesel engine 1.4 litre TDI 59 kW (80 bhp)  . . . . 
Diesel engine 1.9l TDI 74 kW (100 bhp)  . . . . . . 
Diesel engine 1.9l TDI 96 kW (131 bhp)  . . . . . . 
Diesel engine 1.9 TDI 118kW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Dimensions and capacities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
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Lights and visibility97
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
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Windscreen washersFront windscreen wipers 
 
The windscreen wiper lever controls the windscreen wipers 
and the automatic wash and wipe.
The windscreen wiper lever  ⇒fig. 66  has the following positions:
Switching off the wipers
– Move the lever to position  .
Intermittent wipe 
– Move the lever up to position  . – Move the control   to the left or right to set the length of the 
intervals. Control to the left: long intervals; control to the right: 
short intervals. Four wiper interval stages can be set using switch .
Slow wipe
– Move the lever up to position  .
Continuous wipe
– Move the lever up to position  .
Brief wipe
– Move the lever down to position   to give the windscreen a  brief 
wipe.
Wash and wipe automatic system 
– Pull the lever towards the steering wheel - Position  , the wind- screen washer is activated.
– Release the lever. The wipers-washers will keep running for  approximately four seconds.The windscreen will be wiped again after approximately five seconds once the 
wipe/wash system has been operated.
WARNING
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Worn and dirty wiper blades obstruct visibility and reduce safety levels.
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In cold conditions, you should not use the wash / wipe system unless 
you have warmed the windscreen with  the heating and ventilation system. 
The washer fluid could otherwise freeze on the windscreen and obscure 
your view of the road.
Fig. 66  Windscreen wiper 
and windscreen wash 
lever
A0A1
AA
AA
A2A3A4
A5
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Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
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If possible use a de-icing spray to remove ice. If you use an ice scraper, push 
it in one direction only. Do not move it to and fro.
Use window cleaner or a silicone remover to clean off rubber, oil, grease and 
silicone deposits.
Wax deposits have to be removed with a special cleaner which is available 
from your Authorised Service Centre. Wax deposits on the windscreen could 
cause the wiper blades to judder. A window cleanser specifically for removing 
wax will stop the blades juddering if added to the windscreen washer fluid. 
Grease removing cleansers will not remove wax deposits.
Caution
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Never use warm or hot water to remove snow and ice from windows and 
mirrors. This could cause the glass to crack!
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The heating element for the rear window is located on the inner side of the 
window. To prevent damage, do not put stickers over the heating elements on 
the inside of the window.
Cleaning windscreen wiper bladesClean wiper blades are essential for clear vision.
1.  Use a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt from the windscreen  wiper blades.
2.  Use window cleanser to clean the windscreen wiper blades. Use  a sponge or a cloth to remove stubborn stains.
Care of rubber seals
If rubber seals are well looked after, they will not freeze so 
quickly.1.  Use a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt from the rubber seals.
2.  Apply a specialist care product to the rubber seals.The weather strips on the doors, windows, bonnet and rear lid will remain 
pliable and last longer if they are treated with a suitable care product (for 
example silicone spray).
Caring for rubber seals will also prevent premature ageing and leaks. The 
doors will be easier to open. If rubber seals are well looked after, they will not 
freeze so quickly in winter.Door lock cylinders
The door lock cylinders can freeze up in winter.To de-ice the lock cylinders you should only use spray with lubricating and 
anti-corrosive properties.Cleaning chrome parts1.  Clean chrome parts with a damp cloth.
2.  Polish chrome parts with a soft, dry cloth.
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Checking and refilling levels189
Safety First
Operating instructions
Tips and Maintenance
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The coolant additive G 12+ (dyed purple) may be mixed with G 12 (dyed red) 
and also with G 11.
WARNING
Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the engine must be 
carried out cautiously.•
When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety 
warnings ⇒ page 180.
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When the engine is warm or hot, the cooling system is pressurised! Do 
not unscrew the cap on the expansion t ank when the engine is hot. This is 
a burn injury risk.Caution
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When mixed with other additives the colour of G 12 will change to brown. 
If this occurs you should have the coolant changed immediately. Failure to do 
so will result in engine damage!
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If a lot of coolant has been lost, wait for the engine to  cool down before 
putting in cold coolant. This avoids damaging the engine. Large coolant 
losses are an indication of leaks in the cooling system. See a specialised 
workshop immediately and have the c ooling system checked. Otherwise, 
there is a risk of engine damage.
Washer fluid and windscreen wiper bladesTopping up washer fluid 
The water for cleaning the windscreen should always be 
mixed with washer fluid.The  windscreen washer and the headlight washing system  are supplied with 
fluid from the windscreen washer fluid  container in the engine compartment. 
The container holds approx. 2 litres; in vehicles with headlamp washers* it 
holds approx. 4.5 litres.
The reservoir is located on the right-hand side of the engine compartment.
Plain water is not enough to clean th e windscreen and headlights. We recom-
mend that you always add a product to the windscreen washer fluid. 
Approved windscreen cleaning products exist on the market with high deter-
gent and anti-freeze properties, these may be added all-year-round. Please 
follow the dilution instructions on the packaging.
Fig. 130  In the engine 
compartment: Cap of 
windscreen washer fluid 
reservoir.
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Checking and refilling levels
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WARNING
Any work carried out in the engine compartment or on the engine must be 
carried out cautiously.•
When working in the engine compartment, always observe the safety 
warnings ⇒ page 180.Caution
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Never put radiator anti-freeze or other additives into the windscreen 
washer fluid.
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Always use approved windscreen cleansing products diluted as per 
instructions. If you use other washer fl uids or soap solutions, the tiny holes 
in the fan-shaped nozzles could become blocked.
Changing windscreen wiper blades
If the windscreen wiper blades are in perfect condition, you 
will benefit from an improved visibility. Damaged wiper 
blades should be replaced immediately.Removing the wiper blade
– Lift the windscreen wiper arm.
– Press on the securing tab.
– Extract the wiper blade from the wiper arm.
Fitting the wiper blade
– Insert the wiper blade onto the windscreen wiper arm until it  clicks into place.
– Make sure that the blade faces down when fitting a blade with  integrated deflector blade.
Fig. 131  Change wind-
screen wiper blade
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Technical Data
242Te c h n i c a l  D a t aChecking fluid levelsFrom time to time, the levels of the different fluids in the 
vehicle must be checked. Never fi ll with incorrect fluids, to do 
so may cause serious damage to the engine.
Radiator expansion tank
Engine oil dipstick.
Engine oil filler cap
Brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Windscreen washer fluid container
The checking and replenishment of the service fluids are carried out on the 
components mentioned above. These operations are described in the 
⇒ page 180. Overview
Further explanations, instructions and restrictions on the technical data are 
contained as of 
⇒page 237.
Note
The layout of parts may vary according to engine.
Fig. 177  Diagram for the 
location of the various 
elements
A1A2A3A4A5A6
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Technical Data
260Dimensions and capacities
Dimensions
Length, width 3,953 mm/ 1,698 mm
Height at kerb weight 1,441 mm
Front and rear projection  931 mm/ 662 mm
Wheelbase 2,460 mm
Turning circle 10.54 m
Track width
a)
a)This data will change depending on the type of wheel rim.
Front Rear
1,435 mm 1,424 mm
1,419 mm 1,408 mm
Capacities
Fuel tank 45 litres, reserve 7 litres.
Windscreen washer fluid container  with headlight washer 2 l/ 4.5 l
Tyre pressure
Summer-grade tyres:
The correct tyre pressure can be seen on the sticker on the inside of the tank flap.
Winter tyres:
The pressure of these tyres is the same as the summer tyre pressure plus 0.2 bar.
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Index267
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Sunroof blind
Sliding/tilting roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Switch Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Rear window heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Switches Electric windows  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Sliding/tilting roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135TTailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Tank fuel level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
reserve indicator  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
tank capacity  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
TCS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
TCS (Traction control system) Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
The danger of not using the seat belt  . . . . . . . . 18
Tightening torque of wheel bolts  . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Towing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Towing a trailer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  158, 240
Towing bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159
Towing bracket, fitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Towing eye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Tow-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233 Traction control system
warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Trailer turn signals Indicator lamps  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Trailer weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Trips, checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Turn signals  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63, 94
Two-way radio  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Type plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Tyre Mobility-System (Tyre repair kit) . . .  205, 211
Tyre pressure  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Tyre pressures  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Tyre repair kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  205, 211
Tyres and wheels Dimensions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Tyres service life  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Tyres tread depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Tyres with directional tread pattern  . . . . . . . . . 196
UUnderbody sealant  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
USB* connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116VVehicle battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Vehicle data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Vehicle identification data  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238 Vehicle identification number  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Vehicle interior heating or cooling system  . . . 123
Vehicle paint
Car care products  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Vehicle tools Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Vehicle wallet storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
vent wings*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Ventilation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Ventilation slits  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Volumetric sensor* Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
WWarning lamp  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Warning lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Warning triangle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Washing by hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Washing the vehicle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Washing with high pressure cleaners  . . . . . . . 165
Water in the windscreen washer tank  . . . . . . . 189
Wear indicators  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Wheel bolts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  208, 241Torque  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Wheel change  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Wheel trims  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Wheels  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  196, 240
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