
Driving and the environment
158Driving and the environmentRunning-inRunning in a new engine
The engine needs to be run in over the first 1500 km.Up to 1000 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 kilometres
–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 capacity and braking distance
The braking capacity 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
Plan.
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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 vehicle, the effect of the brakes is
lessened as the brake discs are wet or even frozen (in winter). In this case the
brakes should be dried by pressing the brake pedal several times.
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 the brake pads have to be changed further on.•If brakes are wet or frozen, or if you are driving on roads which have
been salted, braking power may be lower 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 range (depending on the type of trans-
mission). This makes use of engine braking and relieves the brakes.•Never let the brakes “drag” 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.•If the brake fluid loses its viscosity and is subjected to heavy use,
vapour bubbles can form in the brake system. This reduces the efficiency of
the brakes.•Non-standard or damaged front spoilers could restrict the airflow to the
brakes and cause them to overheat. Before purchasing accessories please
observe the relevant instructions ⇒page 175, “Technical modifications”.•If a brake circuit fails, the braking distance will be increased consider-
ably. Contact a specialised workshop immediately and avoid unnecessary
journeys.
Exhaust gas purification systemCatalytic converter*To maintain the useful life of the catalytic converter
– Use only unleaded petrol with petrol engines, as lead damages the catalytic converter.
– Do not let the fuel get too low in the tank.
– For engine oil changes, do not replenish with too much engine oil ⇒page 188, “Topping up engine oil E”.
– Never tow the vehicle to start it, use jump leads if necessary ⇒page 224.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 specialised workshop. In general, the exhaust gas 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 envi-
ronment. The catalytic converter can also be damaged by overheating.
WARNING
The catalytic converter reaches very high temperatures! There is a risk of
fire.•Never park where the catalytic converter could come into contact with
dry grass or flammable materials under the vehicle.•Do not apply additional underseal or anti-corrosion coatings to the
exhaust pipes, catalytic converter or the heat shields on the exhaust
system. These materials could catch fire when the vehicle is being driven.
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Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 1.2 51 kW (70 PS)Engine specifications
Performance
Weights
Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change
2.75 litres
Power output in kW (PS) 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 loss.Maximum speed in km/h 163
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 9
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 13.9
Gross vehicle weight in kg 1500
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1049
Gross front axle weight in kg 810
Gross rear axle weight in kg 780
Permitted roof load in kg 75
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238Trailer weight
Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 1.4 63 kW (85 PS)Engine specifications
Performance Trailer without brakes
520
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 (PS) 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 loss.Maximum speed in km/h 177
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 7.6
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 11.8
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Weights
Trailer weight
Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 1.2 TSI 77 kW (105 PS)Engine specifications
Gross vehicle weight
in kg 1526
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 1075
Gross front axle weight in kg 860
Gross rear axle weight in kg 780
Permitted roof load in kg 75
Trailer without brakes 530
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 (PS) rpm 77 (105)/5000
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 175/1550-4100
No. of cylinders/ capacity in cm
3
4/ 1197
Fuel Super 95 RON
a)/Normal 91 RON
b)
a)Research- Octane- Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.b)With a slight power loss
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240Performance
Weights
Trailer weight
Engine oil capacity Manual
Automatic
Maximum speed in km/h 190190
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 6.56.5
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 9.89.7
Manual Automatic
Gross vehicle weight in kg 15411566
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 10901115
Gross front axle weight in kg 860890
Gross rear axle weight in kg 780780
Permitted roof load in kg 7575
Manual Automatic
Trailer without brakes 540550
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
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242Engine oil capacityPetrol engine 1.6 77 kW (105 PS)Engine specifications
Performance
Weights Approximate engine oil capacity with oil filter change
3.3 litres
Power output in kW (PS) rpm 77 (105)/5600
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 153/ 3800
No. of cylinders/ capacity in cm
3
4/ 1598
Fuel Super plus unleaded 98 RON/ Super 95 RON/Normal 91 RON
a)
a)Slight power loss.
Manual Automatic
Maximum speed in km/h 189188
Acceleration from 0-80 km/h in sec. 6.86.9
Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in sec. 10.410.1
Manual Automatic
Gross vehicle weight in kg 15411571
Weight in running order (with driver) in kg 10901120
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Trailer weight
Engine oil capacity
Petrol engine 1.4 110 kW (150 PS)Engine specifications
Gross front axle weight
in kg 860880
Gross rear axle weight in kg 780780
Permitted roof load in kg 7575
Manual Automatic
Trailer without brakes 540560
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 (PS) rpm 110 (150)/ 5800
Maximum torque in Nm at rpm 220/ 1250-4500
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 loss.
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