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154Driving and the environmentRunning-inRunning in a new engine
The engine needs to be run-in over the first 1,500 km.Up to 1,000 kilometres
– Do not drive at speeds of more than 2/3 the maximum speed.
– Do not accelerate hard.
– Avoid high engine revolutions.
– Do not tow a trailer.
From 1000 to 1500 km
–Speeds can be gradually increased to the maximum road speed
or maximum permissible engine speed (rpm).During its first few hours of running, the internal friction in the engine is
greater than later on, when all the moving parts have bedded in.
For the sake of the environment
If the engine is run in gently, its life will be increased and its oil consumption,
reduced.
Running in tyres and brake pads
New tyres should be run-in carefully for the first 500 km. New
brake pads should be run-in carefully for the first 200 km.During the first 200 km, you can compensate for the reduced braking effect
by applying more pressure to the brake pedal. In case of a sharp braking, the
braking distance will be longer with new brake pads than with brake pads
which have been run-in.
WARNING
•At first, new tyres do not give maximum grip, and require running-in.
This may cause an accident. Drive particularly carefully in the first 500 km.•New brake pads must be “run in” and do not have the correct friction
properties during the first 200 km. However, the reduced braking capacity
may be compensated by pressing on the brake pedal a little harder.
Braking effect and braking distance
The braking effect and braking distance are influenced by
driving situations and road conditions.The efficiency of the brakes depends directly on the brake pad wear. The rate
of wear of the brake pads depends to a great extent on the conditions under
which the vehicle is operated and the way the vehicle is driven. If you often
drive in town traffic, drive short distances or have a sporty driving style, we
recommend that you have the thickness of your brake pads checked by an
Authorised Service Centre more frequently than recommended in the Service
Schedule.
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If you drive with
wet brakes, for example, after crossing areas of water, in
heavy rainfall or even after washing the car, the effect of the brakes is less-
ened as the brake discs are wet or even frozen (in winter): The brakes should
be “dried” by pressing the pedal to restore full braking effect.
WARNING
Longer braking distances and faults in the brake system increase the risk
of accidents.•New brake pads must be run in and do not have the correct friction
during the first 200 km. However, the reduced braking capacity may be
compensated by pressing on the brake pedal a little harder. This also
applies when new brake pads are fitted.•If brakes are wet or frozen, or if you are driving on roads which have
been gritted with salt, braking power may set in later than normal.•On steep slopes, if brakes are excessively used, they will overheat.
Before driving down a long steep slope, it is advisable to reduce speed and
change down into a lower gear (or move the selector lever to a lower gear if
your vehicle has automatic transmission). This makes use of engine
braking and relieves the brakes.•Never let the brakes “slip” by applying light pressure. Continuous
braking will cause the brakes to overheat and the braking distance will
increase. Apply and then release the brakes alternately.•Never let the vehicle run with the engine switched off. The braking
distance is increased considerably when the brake servo is not active.•Very heavy use of the brakes may cause a vapour lock if the brake fluid
is left in the system for too long. This impairs the braking effect.•Non-standard or damaged front spoilers could restrict the airflow to the
brakes and cause them to overheat. Please observe the relevant instruc-
tions before purchasing accessories ⇒page 170, “Technical modifica-
tions”.
•If a brake circuit fails, the braking distance will be increased consider-
ably. Contact a qualified workshop immediately and avoid unnecessary
journeys.
Exhaust gas purification systemCatalytic converter*To conserve the useful life of the catalytic converter
– Always use unleaded petrol.
– Do not let the fuel get too low in the tank.
– For engine oil changes, do not top the reservoir up ⇒page 183,
“Topping up engine oil ”.
– Never tow the vehicle to start it, use jump leads if necessary ⇒page 219.If you notice misfiring, uneven running or loss of power when the vehicle is
moving, reduce speed immediately and have the vehicle inspected at the
nearest qualified workshop. In general, the exhaust warning lamp will light
up when any of the described symptoms occur ⇒page 56. If this happens,
unburnt fuel can enter the exhaust system and escape into the environment.
The catalytic converter can also be damaged by overheating.
WARNING
The catalytic converter reaches very high temperatures! Fire hazard!
WARNING (continued)
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Technical Data
232Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 1.2 51 kW (70 bhp)Engine specifications
Performance figures
Weights Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change
2.75 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 51 (70)/ 5400
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 112/ 3000
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
3/ 1198
Fuel Super 95 RON
a)/Normal 91 RON
b)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.b)Slight power lossMaximum speed in km/h 163
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in seconds 9,8
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in seconds 15
Gross vehicle weight in kg 1500
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1074
Front gross axle weight in kg 810
Rear gross axle weight in kg 780
Permitted roof load in kg 75
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Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 1.4l 63 kW (85 bhp)Engine specifications
Performance figures
Trailer without brakes
530
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1000
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 800
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 2.75 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 63 (85)/ 5000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 132/ 3800
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1390
Fuel Super 95 RON
a)/Normal 91 RON
b)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.b)Slight power lossMaximum speed in km/h 175
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in seconds 8
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in seconds 12,2
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234Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 1.4 litre 110 kW (150 bhp)Engine specifications Gross vehicle weight
in kg 1526
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1100
Front gross axle weight in kg 860
Rear gross axle weight in kg 780
Permitted roof load in kg 75
Trailer without brakes 550
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1200
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 1000
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 2.8 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 110 (150)/ 5800
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 220/ 1250-4500
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
4/ 1390
Fuel Super 98 RON
a)/Super 95 RON
b)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.b)Slight power loss.
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Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity
Maximum speed
in km/h 210
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in seconds 5,7
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in seconds 8
Gross vehicle weight in kg 1699
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1273
Gross front axle weight in kg 950
Gross rear axle weight in kg 800
Permitted roof load in kg 75
Trailer without brakes 630
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 1300
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 1200
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 3.6 litres
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Trailer weights
Engine oil capacity
Diesel engine 1.4 litre TDI 59 kW (80 bhp)Engine specifications
Performance figures
Manual
Automatic
Trailer without brakes 550570
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8% 12001200
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 10001000
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 3.3 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 59 (80)/ 4000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 195/ 1800-2200
No. of cylinders, capacity in cm
3
3/ 1422
Fuel Min. 51 CN
a)
a)Cetane- Number (cetane index) = Measure of the diesel combustion power.Maximum speed in km/h 169
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in seconds 8,5
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in seconds 13,1
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238Weights
Trailer weights
Engine oil capacityDiesel engine 1.4 litre TDI 59 kW (80 bhp). EcomotiveEngine specifications Gross vehicle weight
in kg 1601
Weight in working order (with driver) in kg 1175
Front gross axle weight in kg 920
Rear gross axle weight in kg 780
Permitted roof load in kg 75
Trailer without brakes 580
Trailer with brake in gradients up to 8% 1200
Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12% 1000
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change 4.2 litres
Power output in kW (bhp) rpm 59 (80)/ 4000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 195/ 1800-2200
No. of cylinders/ capacity in cm
3
3/ 1422
Fuel Min. 51 CN
a)
a)Cetane- Number (cetane index) = Measure of the diesel combustion power.
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