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PreparationFirst read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 221.
Always change a wheel on a level surface as far as possible.
The following steps must be carried out before actually changing the wheel:
›
Have all of the occupants get out of the vehicle. While changing a tyre, the oc-
cupants of the vehicle should not stand on the road (they should instead remain
behind a crash barrier).
›
Switch off the engine.
›
Move the gearshift lever into Neutral or move the selector lever for the auto-
matic gearbox into position P.
›
Firmly apply the handbrake.
›
Uncouple any trailers.
›
Remove the vehicle tool kit » page 220 and the spare wheel » page 216 from
the boot.
Changing a wheel
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 221.
›
Remove the full wheel trim » page 217 or caps » page 217 .
›
First of all slacken the anti-theft wheel bolt and then the other wheel
bolts » page 224 .
›
Jack up the vehicle until the wheel that needs changing is clear of the
ground » page 223 .
›
Unscrew the wheel bolts and place them on a clean surface (cloth, paper, etc.).
›
Remove the wheel carefully.
›
Attach the spare wheel and slightly screw on the wheel bolts.
›
Lower the vehicle.
›
Tighten the wheel bolts opposite each other using the wheel wrench (alternat-
ing crosswise). Tighten the anti-theft wheel bolt last » page 224.
›
Replace the wheel trim or the caps.
Note■
All bolts must be clean and must turn easily.■Under no circumstances grease or oil the wheel bolts!■
When fitting unidirectional tyres, ensure that the direction of rotation is cor-
rect » page 212 .
Follow-up tasks
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 221.
The following steps must also be performed after changing the wheel.
›
Stow and attach the replaced wheel in the spare wheel well using a special bolt » page 216 .
›
Stow the tool kit in the space provided and secure using the band.
›
Check the tyre pressure on the installed spare wheel as soon as possible.
›
Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked with a torque wrench
as soon as possible.
›
Replace the damaged wheel or consult a specialist garage about repair options.
Note
■ If it is determined that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn when
changing the wheel, the bolts must be replaced before checking the tightening
torque.■
Drive cautiously and only at a moderate speed until the tightening torque has
been checked.
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Brake booster125
Brake fluid206
Changing207
Checking206
information messages15
Brakes Brake assist systems
136
Brake booster125
Brake fluid206
Handbrake125
Running in130
Braking Information on braking
124
Breakdown kit225
Break recommendation See Fatigue detection
151
bulb failurel warning light
19
bulbs warning light
19
Bulbs Changing
238
In the rear light242
Button in the driver's door Electric power windows
41
C
Car computer See multifunction display
25
Car park ticket holder71
Carrier90
Cavity protection192
CD changer115
Central locking32
Central locking button36
changing bulb for low beam and high beam
240
ChangingBrake fluid207
Bulbs238
Bulbs in the rear light242
Engine oil204
Wheels221
Changing a wheel Follow-up tasks
222
Preparation222
Removing and refitting a wheel222
Charging a vehicle battery209
Check Fit ball head properly
155
Checking Battery electrolyte level
209
Brake fluid206
Coolant205
Engine oil203
Oil level203
Windscreen washer fluid201
Children and safety177
Child safety Side airbag
179
Child safety lock37
Child safety seat Use of child safety seats
179
Child seat Classification
179
ISOFIX180
on the front passenger seat178
TOP TETHER181
Use of ISOFIX child seats180
Chrome parts refer to Taking care of your vehicle
190
Cigarette lighter74
Cleaning182
Alcantara194
Artificial leather194
cloths194
Covers of electrically heated seats194
Headlight lenses191
Natural leather193
Plastic parts190
Wheels192
Climatronic Operarting elements
95
Recirculation93
Clothes hook79
Cockpit 12-volt power outlet
75
Ashtray74
Cigarette lighter74
General view9
Lighting53
Practical equipment70
Storage compartments70
Comfort control window
43
COMING HOME51
Compartment for glasses77
Compartments70
Computer See multifunction display
25
Convenience operation sliding / tilting roof
46
convenience turn signal49
coolant warning light
16
warning reports16
Coolant204
Checking205
Replenishing206
Temperature gauge11
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
51
Correct seated position161
Driver162
Front passenger162
Rear seats162
Correct seating position Instructions
162
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Engine oil202
Capacity203
Changing204
Checking203
Replenishing204
Specifications203
Environment130
Environmental compatibility133
Environmentally friendly driving130
EPC Warning light
20
ESC Function
136
Warning light18
Exhaust inspection system Warning light
19
F
Fastening elements
82
Fatigue detection151
Function151
Information messages151
Films190
Fire extinguisher220
First aid kit219
Flexible storage compartment84
Floor covering in the luggage compartment
85
fog lights Remove protective grille - version 1
240
Remove protective grille - version 2240
Remove protective grille with plug - version 1241
remove protective grille with plug - version 2241
replacing bulb241
Fog lights51
Warning light22
Fog lights with CORNER function51
Folding seats back into the initial position
70
Folding down the seats67
Folding table at the center backrest
80
on front seat backrest80
Fold in passenger's mirror60
Footmats126
see footmats126
Force limit Power windows
43
Sliding/tilting roof45
Fording134
Front airbag171
Front door warning light54
Front interior light53
Front seats61
Fuel196
Diesel198
Fuel gauge12
refer to Fuel196
Refuelling196
Unleaded petrol197
Fuel consumption130
Fuel reserve Indicator light
20
Fuses Assignment
236
Colour coding236
Fuse assignment in the engine compartment238
Replacing236
G
Gearbox Information messages
13
Gear change Gear recommendation
24
Information on the selected gear24
Gear changing Gear stick
125
General view Cockpit9
Generator Indicator light
16
Glow plug system Warning light
19
gradeability see pitch angle
246
GSM103, 105
H
Handbrake
125
Warning light15
Hands-free system Voice control
110
Hazard warning light system52
HBA137
Head airbag174
Headlight cleaning system Headlight cleaning system
58
Headlights Bulb arrangement
239
Driving abroad135
Headlight cleaning system58
Head restraint66
Heater Windscreen and rear window
55
Heating Control elements
94
Exterior mirrors59
Recirculation93
Seats64
Heating and air-conditioning91
HHC138
Hill Hold Control (HHC)138
Hook83
Horn9
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)137
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