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& WARNING (continued)
crashes and serious personal injuries . Have worn or damaged tires
replaced immediately.
• Tires age even if they are not being used and can fail suddenly,
especially at high speeds. Tires that are more than 6 years old can
only be used in an emergency and then with special care and at
low speed.
Glossary of tire and loading terminology
Accessory weight
means the combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering,
power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to
the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equip
ment (whether installed or not).
Aspect ratio means the ratio of the height to the width of the tire in percent.
Numb ers of 55 or lower indicate a low sidewall for improved
steering response and better overall handling on dry pavement.
Bead
means the part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim.
Bead separation means a breakdown of the bond between components in the bead.
Cord
means the strands forming the plies in the tire.
& WARNING (continued)
• Never mount used tires on your vehicle if you are not sure of
their "previous history." Old used tires may have been damaged
even though the damage cannot be seen that can lead to sudden
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
• If you notice unusual vibration or if the vehicle pulls to one side
when driving, always stop as soon as it is safe to do so and check
the wheels and tires for damage . •
Cold tire inflation pressure
means the tire pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer
for a tire of a designated size that has not been driven for more than
a couple of miles (kilometers) at low speeds in the three hour period
before the tire pressure is measured or adjusted .
Curb weight means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, air condi
tioning and additional weight of optional equipment.
Extra load tire
means a tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher infla
tion pressures than the corresponding standard tire . Extra load tires
my be identified as "XL",
"xi", "EXTRA LOAD", or "RF" on the side
wall.
Gross Axle Weight Rating ("GAWR")
means the load-carrying capacity of a single axle system, measured
at the tire -ground interfaces .
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ("GVWR"l
means the maximum total loaded weight of the vehicle.

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& WARNING (continu ed )
• The driver is respon sible for the correct tire pres sures for all
tire s on the vehicle . The applicable pre ssure values are located on
a sticker on the driver 's side B-pillar .
• Only when all tires on the veh icle are filled to the correct pre s
sure , the tire pressure monitoring system can work correctly .
• The use of incorre ct t ire pressure values can lead to a ccidents
or other damage. Therefore it is essential that the driver observe
the specified tire pressure values for the tires and the correct pre s
sures for the function of the tire pressure monitor ing system.
• Always inflate tires to the recommended and corre ct tire pres
sure before driving off.
• Driving with underinflated tires bend more , letting them get
too hot resulting in tread separation, sudden tire failure and loss
of control.
• Excessive speed and /overloading can cause heat build-up ,
sudden tire failure and loss of control.
• If the tire pre ssure is too low or too high, the tires will wear
prematurely and the vehicle will not handle well .
• If the tire is not flat and you do not have to change a wheel
immed iately , drive at reduced speed to the nearest service stat ion
to check the tire pres sure and add air as required.
0 Note
Dr iving w ithout valve s tem caps can cause damage to the t ire
valves . To prevent this, a lways make sure that factory installed valve
stem caps on a ll whee ls are securely mounted o n the va lve.
For the sake of the environment
Unde rin fla ted tires will a lso increase the f uel c onsump tion .•
Tires and vehicle load limits
There are limits to the amount of load or weight that any vehic le and
any t ir e can carry. A veh icle that is overloaded w il l not handle wel l
and is more difficu lt to stop. Overloading can not only lead to loss
o f veh ic le control, but ca n also damage impor ta nt parts of the
vehic le and can lead to sudden tire failure, inc luding a blowout and
sudde n defla tion that can cause the vehic le to crash .
Your sa fety and that o f your passen gers also depends on mak ing
sure that load limits are not e xceeded. Vehicle load includes every
body and everythi ng in and on the veh ic le. T hese load lim its a re
technica lly referred to as the vehicle's
Gross Vehi cle We ight Rating
(" GVWR") .
T he "GVWR" includes the weight of the basic vehic le, all factory
insta lled acces so ries, a ful l ta nk of fuel, oil, coolant an d othe r flui ds
p lus maximum load. The maximum load inc ludes the number o f
p asse ngers that the vehicle is inte nded t o carry ("sea ting capacity")
w ith an assu med we ight o f 150 l bs (68 kg) fo r each passe nger at a
designated seating position and the total weight of any luggage in
t he vehicle. If you tow a trailer, the we ig ht o f the tra iler h itch an d th e
tongue weight of the loaded trailer must be included as part of the
ve hicle l oad.
The
Gross Axle Weight Rating !"GAWR") is t he maximum load that
can be applied a t each of the vehicle's two ax les.
The Gross Veh icle Weig ht Rating and t he G ross Axle Weig ht Rat ing
are listed on the safety comp liance sticker labe l located on the
d river 's s ide B -pi llar . Y o ur Au di h as 5 s eating positi ons, 2 i n the fro nt
and 3 in the rear for total seating capacity of 5 . Each seating position
has a safe ty bel t~
page 205, "Safe ty belts".
The fact that th ere is an upper limit to your vehicle's Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating means that the total weight of whatever is being
carried in the vehic le (includ ing the we ight of a trai ler hitch and the
tong ue weight of the loaded trai ler) is limited. The more passengers
i n the v ehicle or pass engers wh o are heavie r than t he sta nd ard
we ights assumed mean that less weight can be ca rried as luggage . .,_
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& WARNING
• To reduce the risk of serious injury and vehicle damage.
-Always lift the vehicle only at the special workshop hoist and
floor jack lift points illustrated
=> page 362, fig. 276 and
=> page 362, fig. 277.
- Failure to lift the vehicle at these points could cause the
vehicle to tilt or fall from a lift if there is a change in vehicle
weight distribution and balance. This might happen, for
example, when heavy components such as the engine block or
transmission are removed.
• When removing heavy components like these, anchor vehicle
to hoist or add corresponding weights to maintain the center of
gravity. Otherwise, the vehicle might tilt or slip off the hoist,
causing serious personal injury.
0 Note
• Be aware of the following points before lifting the vehicle:
- The vehicle should never be lifted or jacked up from under
neath the engine oil pan, the transmission housing, the front or
rear axle or the body side members . This could lead to serious
damage.
- To avoid damage to the underbody or chassis frame, a rubber
pad must be inserted between the floor jack and the lift points.
- Before driving over a workshop hoist, check that the vehicle
weight does not exceed the permissible lifting capacity of the hoist .
- Before driving over a workshop hoist, ensure that there is
sufficient clearance between the hoist and low parts of the
vehicle. •
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vehicle identification number of your vehicle (perforation) as well as
the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWRl.
The high voltage warning label is located on the lock carrier.
The spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002. •
Displaying Vehicle Identification
Number in the MMI
Fig. 280 MMI display:
Vehicle ID number
(VIN)
You can also display the Vehicle Identification Number of
your vehicle in the MMI.
- Press the
(CARI function button.
- Select
Vehicle ID number (VIN). The Vehicle ID number
(VIN)
menu appears=> fig. 280. •
Controls and equip
ment Safety first Vehicle operation
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), and the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) for front and rear are listed on a sticker on the left
door jamb.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating includes the weight of the basic
vehicle plus full fuel tank, oil and coolant, plus maximum load,
which includes passenger weight (150 lbs/68 kg per designated
seating position) and luggage weight .
Gross Axle Weight Rating
The Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum load that can be
applied at each axle of the vehicle~&.
Vehicle capacity weight
The vehicle capacity weight (max. load) is listed on the driver's side
8-pi Ila r.
Roof weight
The maximum permissible roof weight is 220 lb (100 kg). The roof
weight is made up of the weight of the roof rack system and the
weight of the object being transported
~ page 94, "Loading the
roof rack".
& WARNING
• The actual Gross Axle Weight Rating at the front and rear axles
should not exceed the permissible weights, and their combination
must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
• Exceeding permissible weight ratings can result in vehicle
damage, accidents and personal injury.
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0 Note
• The vehicle capacity weight figures apply when the load is
distributed evenly in the vehicle (passengers and luggage). When
transporting a heavy load in the luggage compartment, carry the
load as near to the rear axle as possible so that the vehicle's
handling is not impaired.
• Do not exceed the maximum permissible axle loads or the
maximum gross vehic le weight. Always remember that the vehic le's
handling will be affected by the extra load. Therefore, adjust your
speed accordingly .
• Always observe local regulations. •
Dimensions
The specifications refer to the basic model. Differences may occur
depending on the mode l type and options ordered, for example, tire
sizes.
0 Note
When driving up steep ramps, on rough roads, over curbs, etc. it is
important to remember that some parts of your vehicle, such as
spoilers or exhaust system components, may be close to the
ground. Be careful not to damage them. •

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Data
Ap plies to veh icles: wit h 3.0 lit er 6 -c ylinde r en gine
300 hp, 3 .0 liter, 6-cylinder engine
En gin e da ta
Maximum output SAE net
Maximum torque SAE net
No. of cylinders
Displacement
Stroke
Bore
Compression ratio
Fu el
Dim ension s (app rox.)
Length
Width (with outside mirrors fo lded)
Height (unloaded)
T urning circle diameter (curb to curb)
Ca pac ities (a pprox.)
F u el t ank
-Total capacity
- Reserve (of total capacity)
Wind shi eld and he adli ght * was her fluid container
E ngine oil
with filter change
Controls and equip
ment Safety first
hp@rpm
lb
-ft@ rpm
CID (c m
3
)
in (mm)
in (mm)
300@ 5100 -6800
310@ 2500 -5100
6 cylinder
183 (2995)
3.50 (89.0)
3 .33 (84 .5)
10.5 : 1
Premium unleaded (91 AKI) Recommended for maximum engine performance . Fur
ther details =>
page 295, "Gasoline"
in (mm)
in (mm)
in (mm)
ft (ml
194.4 (4938)
73 .0 (1855)
57.4 (1459)
39.0 (11.9)
gal Oiters)
gal (liters)
quarts (liters)
quarts (liters) 21 .1 (80 .0)
1.8-2.4 (7 -9)
5 .1 (4 .8)
6.9 (6.5)
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Applies to vehi cles : wit h 3.2 l iter 6-c ylinder e ngine
255 hp , 3 .2 liter, 6-cylinder engine
Engine data
Max imum output SAE net
Maximum torque SAE net
No . of cy lin ders
D isp laceme nt
Stroke
Bo re
Co mpress ion rati o
Fuel
Dimensions (appro x.)
Leng th
Width (wit h ou ts ide mirrors folded)
Height (un loaded)
T urning c ircle diameter (curb to c urb)
Capacities {approx .)
Fuel tank
-Total capacity
- Rese rve (of total capacity)
Windshield and headlight* washer fluid container
Engine oil
with filter cha n ge h
p@ rpm
lb-ft@ rpm
CID (cm
3 )
in (mm)
in (m m) 255 @6500
243@ 3250
6 cyl inde r
191 (3123)
3 .65 (9 2.8)
3 .33 (84 .5)
1 2 .5: 1
Premium unleaded {91 AKll Recommended for maximum engine performance . Fur
t her deta ils =:>
page 295, "Gasoli ne"
i n (m m)
in (m m)
in (mm)
ft (ml 1
9 4.4 (4 938)
73.0 (1855)
57.4 ( 1459)
39 .0 (1 1.9)
gal (l iters)
g al (li ters)
qua rts (l iters)
q ua rts (l ite rs) 2
1. 1 (80.0)
1 .8 -2 .4 { 7-9)
5.1 ( 4.8)
6 .9 (6 .5)
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Data -________________ RPI
App lies to vehicles : wit h 4.2 lite r 8- cy lind er e ng in e
350 hp , a-cylinder engine
Engine data
Maximum ou tpu t SAE net
M aximum torque SAE net
No . of c ylind ers
Displaceme nt
Stroke
Bore
C om press ion ratio
F uel
Dimensions ( approx .)
L eng th
Width (w ith outside mirro rs fo lded)
Height (unloaded)
Tu rning circle d ia m eter (c urb to cu rb)
Capacities (approx .>
Fuel tank
- Tot al capaci ty
- Reserve (of total capacity)
Windshield and headlight* washer fluid container Engine oil wit h filter ch ange
Controls and equip ment Safety first h
p@rpm
l b -ft@ rpm
C ID (cm
3
)
in (mm)
in (m m) 35
0@ 6800
3 25@3500
8 c ylinde r
25 4 (4 163)
3.65 (92 .8)
3 .33 (8 4.5)
1 2 .5 : 1
Premium unleaded 191 AKO Recommended for maximum engine performance . Fur
t her details =>
pa ge 295, "Gasoli ne"
in ( mm)
i n (mm)
in (mm)
ft (m l 1
9 4.4 (4 938)
73. 0 (1855)
5 7 .4 (1459)
39.0 (11 .9)
ga l (liter s)
gal (liters)
qua rts (liters)
qua rts (liters) 2
1.1 (80 .0)
1 .8 -2. 4 (7-9)
5.1 ( 4.8)
9.0 (8.5)
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