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Fitting the tail light unit
The tail light unit is easy to fit.
Fig. 211 Fitting the tail
light unit
Fig. 212 Luggage com-
partment: Location of the
bolt securing the tail
light unit –
First place the tail light unit in ⇒ fig. 211 arrow 1
in the hous-
ing.
– Gently press the tail light unit against the housing, first in posi-
tion 2
and then in position 3, until that the clips engage firm-
ly in the rubber mountings.
– Apply gentle pressure to the upper part of the tail light unit and
secure using the screwdriver, from the luggage compartment
⇒ fig. 212 1
.
– Try to move the tail light sideways to ensure it is correctly fitted.
– Replace the cover 2
in the interior trim.
– Make sure that all bulbs for the tail lights are working.
CAUTION
Take care when fitting the tail light unit to make sure there is no damage to
the paintwork or any of its components. 
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Remove the bulb holder
The tailgate must be open to change the bulbs.
Fig. 215 Remove the
cover from the tailgate
Fig. 216 Remove the
bulb holder
You can access the bulb holder for the inner tail lights via the in-
side of the tailgate. –
Check which of the bulbs is defective.
– Insert a screwdriver into the opening in the cover from the top
⇒ fig. 215 and use it as a lever to detach the cover.
– Press on the tabs A
⇒ fig. 216 in the direction of the arrows
and remove the bulb holder by pulling in the direction of the ar-
row B
.
– Change the bulbs ⇒ page 275 ⇒ page 276.
WARNING
If a bulb is replaced in a tail light assembly with LED, do not pull too hard
on the bulb holder. This may damage the wiring of the LED module.

Changing bulbs
All bulbs can be changed easily in the bulb holder.
Fig. 217 Position of the
bulbs in the bulb holder.
Example: Tail lights on
the tailgate 
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Position of the bulbs
Pos.
⇒ fig. 218Bulb function
AReverse lightP21W LL
Fitting the bulb holder
The bulb holder is easy to fit. – Check that the seal is seated correctly on the bulb holder.
– Position the bulb holder on the tail light and align it so that it is
securely seated.
– Press the bulb holder into the tail light until it engages.
– Fit the cover back in the interior trim so that it engages.
– Make sure that all bulbs for the tail lights are working. Side turn signals
Fig. 219 Side turn signal
– Press the turn signal to the left or to the right to remove the
bulb.
– Remove the bulb holder from the turn signal.
– Remove the failed glass bulb and replace with a new bulb.
– Insert the bulb holder in the turn signal guide until it clicks into
place.
– First place the turn signal in the opening in the bodywork, fixing
the tabs ⇒ fig. 219, arrow 1
.
– Insert the bulb as shown by the arrow 2
⇒ fig. 219.
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Registration light
Fig. 222 Number plate
light
Fig. 223 Number plate
light
– To remove the light cover, unscrew the bolts ⇒ fig. 222.–
Remove the bulb, moving it in the direction of the arrow and
outwards ⇒ fig. 223.
– Installation is done in the reverse order. 
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How to jump start: description
Fig. 226 How to connect
the jump leads
On ⇒ fig. 226 A
shows the flat battery and B the charged bat-
tery.
Jump lead terminal connections
– Switch off the ignition of both vehicles ⇒ 
.
1. Connect one end of the red jump lead to the positive ⇒ fig. 226
+
terminal of the vehicle with the flat battery ⇒ .
2. Connect the other end of the red jump lead to the positive ter- minal +
in the vehicle providing assistance.
3. Connect one end of the black jump lead to the negative termi- nal -
on the battery of the vehicle providing assistance.
4. Connect the other end of the black jump lead X
to a solid met-
al component which is bolted on to the engine block, or onto the engine block itself of the vehicle with the flat battery. Do not
connect it to a point near the battery
⇒ 
.
5. Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment.
Starting
6. Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery and let it run at idling speed.
7. Start the engine of the vehicle with the flat battery and wait one or two minutes until the engine is running.
Removing the jump leads
8. Before you remove the jump leads, switch off the headlights (if they are switched on).
9. Turn on the heater blower and heated rear window in the vehi- cle with the flat battery. This helps minimise voltage peaks
which are generated when the leads are disconnected.
10. When the engine is running, disconnect the leads in reverse order to the details given above.
Connect the battery clamps so they have good metal-to-metal contact with
the battery terminals.
If the engine fails to start, switch off the starter after about 10 seconds and
try again after about half a minute. 
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Towing and tow-starting
Tow-starting
The use of jump leads is preferable to tow-starting.
We recommend that you do not tow-start your vehicle. Jump-start-
ing is preferable ⇒ page 280.
However, if your vehicle has to be tow-started:
– Engage the 2nd or the 3rd gear.
– Keep the clutch pressed down.
– Switch the ignition on.
– Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.
– As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and move the
gear lever into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the
towing vehicle.
WARNING
The risk of accidents is high when tow-starting. The vehicle being towed
can easily collide with the towing vehicle.
CAUTION
When tow-starting, fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it. General notes
Please observe the following points if you use a tow-rope:
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
–
Drive slowly at first until the tow-rope is taut. Then accelerate
gradually.
– Begin and change gears cautiously. If you are driving an auto-
matic vehicle, accelerate gently.
– Remember that the brake servo and power steering are not
working in the vehicle you are towing. Brake sooner than nor-
mal and pressing the pedal gently.
Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
– Ensure that the tow-rope remains taut at all times when towing.
Tow-rope or tow-bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow-bar. You should only use a
tow-rope if you do not have a tow-bar.
A tow-rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the loading on both vehicles.
It is advisable to use a tow-rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic
material.
Attach the tow-rope or the tow-bar only to the towing eyes provided or a
towing bracket.
Driving style
Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow-rope. Both
drivers should be familiar with the technique required for towing. Inexper-
ienced drivers should not attempt to tow. 
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Rear towing eye
There is a towing eye at the rear on the right below the rear bumper. 
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Technical Specifications
Description of specifications
Important information
Important
The information in the vehicle documentation always has
precedence. All technical specifications provided in this manual are valid for the stand-
ard model in Spain. The vehicle data card included in the Maintenance Pro-
gramme or the vehicle registration documents shows which engine is instal-
led in the vehicle.
The figures may be different depending on if additional equipment is fitted,
for different models, for special vehicles and for other countries.
Abbreviations used in the Technical Specifications section
Abbrevia- tionMeaning
kWKilowatt, engine power measurement.
PSPferdestärke (horsepower), formerly used to denote engine
power.
rpmRevolutions per minute - engine speed.NmNewton metres, unit of engine torque.l/100 kmFuel consumption in litres per 100 km.g/kmCarbon dioxide emissions in grams per km travelled.CO2Carbon dioxide
Abbrevia-
tionMeaning
CNCetane number, indication of the diesel combustion power.
RONResearch octane number, indication of the knock resistance
of petrol.