Maintenance
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Interior care
Interior general precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as per- fume and cosmetic oil from contacting
the dashboard because they may cause
damage or discoloration. If they do con-tact the dashboard, wipe them off imme-
diately. See the instructions for the prop-
er way to clean vinyl.
Cleaning the upholstery and interior
trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner. Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.Clean with a mild soap solution recom-
mended for upholstery or carpets.
Remove fresh spots immediately with a
fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not
receive immediate attention, the fabriccan be stained and its color can be
affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties
can be reduced if the material is not
properly maintained.
Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web- bing
Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc-
tions provided with the soap. Do not
bleach or re-dye the webbing because
this may weaken it.
Cleaning the interior window glass
If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-
cle become fogged (that is, covered with
an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should
be cleaned with glass cleaner. Follow the
directions on the glass cleaner container.CAUTION
Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact with electrical/ electronic components inside thevehicle as this may damage them.
CAUTION
Using anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may affectthe fabric’s appearance and fire- resistant properties.
CAUTION
Do not scrape or scratch the insideof the rear window. This may resultin damage to the rear window defroster grid.CAUTION
When cleaning leather products(steering wheel, seats etc.), use
neutral detergents or low alcoholcontent solutions. If you use high alcohol content solutions oracid/alkaline detergents, the color
of the leather may fade or the sur-face may get stripped off.
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Specifications & Consumer information
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
the number used in registering your car
and in all legal matters pertaining to its
ownership, etc.
The number is punched on the floor
under the passenger seat. To check the
number, remove the cover (1).VIN label (if equipped)
The VIN is also on a plate attached to the
top of the dashboard. The number on theplate can easily be seen through the
windshield from outside.The vehicle certification label attached
on the driver’s (or front passenger’s) side
center pillar gives the vehicle identifica-
tion number (VIN).
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) VEHICLE CERTIFICATION
LABEL (IF EQUIPPED)
OED056002
OED056004 OED056005
OED056001
Type A
OED056003
Type B (if equipped)Identification label (if equipped)
Compliance label (if equipped)
VIN bar code (if equipped)
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Index
Capacities (Lubricants) ·····················································8-5 Care
Exterior care ······························································7-79
Interior care ·······························································7-84
Tire care ····································································7-49
Cargo weight ···································································5-53
Center console storage ····················································4-90
Central door lock switch ·················································4-11
Changing a tire with TPMS ············································6-18
Changing tires ···································································6-8Chains Tire chains ·································································5-42
Checking tire inflation pressure ······································7-50
Child restraint system ·····················································3-26 Tether anchor system ················································3-31
ISOFIX system ·························································3-32
Child-protector rear door lock ·······································4-13
Cigarette lighter ······························································4-93
Climate control air filter ·················································7-41
Climate control system (Automatic) ·····························4-79 Air conditioning ·······················································4-85Automatic heating and air conditioning ···················4-80
Manual heating and air conditioning ·······················4-81
Climate control system (Manual) ··································4-70 Air conditioning ·······················································4-75
Climate control air filter ··········································4-78 Heating and air conditioning·····································4-71
Clothes hanger ································································4-97
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ················4-36
Cool box··········································································4-91Coolant ···········································································7-31
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ··································7-31
Crankcase emission control system ·······························7-85
Cruise control system ····················································5-29
Cup holder ·····································································4-94
Curtain air bag ·······························································3-50
Dashboard, see instrument cluster ·································4-36 Dashboard illumination, see instrument panel illumination ·······················································4-38
Daytime running light ·····················································4-63
Defogging (Windshield) ················································4-87
Defroster ·········································································4-69 Outside mirror defroster ············································4-69
Rear window defroster ··············································4-69
Defrosting (Windshield) ················································4-87Dimensions ······································································8-2
Displays, see instrument cluster ····································4-36Display illumination, see instrument panel illumination ·······················································4-38
Door locks ·······································································4-10 Central door lock switch ··········································4-11
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