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3. Remove the electrical connectioncable (1) and air hose (2) from the
stowage compartments on the
underside of the compressor.
4. Screw the compressor air hose to
the connection on the sealant
bottle.
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor.
Set the compressor near the tyre
in such a way that the sealant
bottle is upright.
6. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
8. The switch on the compressor must be set to J.
9. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the battery, we recommend running the
engine.10. Set the rocker switch on the compressor to I. The tyre is filled
with sealant.
11. The compressor pressure gauge briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilstthe sealant bottle is emptying
(approx. 30 seconds). Then the
pressure starts to drop.
12. All of the sealant is pumped into the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.
13. The prescribed tyre pressure should be obtained within
10 minutes. Tyre pressure
3 207 . When the correct pressure
is obtained, switch off the
compressor.
188Vehicle care
■ Apply the parking brake,transmission in neutral, automatic
transmission in P.
■ Open the positive terminal protection caps of both batteries.
Lead connection order:
1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged battery.
3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point,
such as the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect as far away from the discharged
battery as possible, however at
least 60 cm.
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump.
2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of
1 minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads
connected.4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.
Vehicle care189Towing
Towing the vehicle
Disengage cap by using a
screwdriver and remove.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 173.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering
wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
Caution
Never tow your vehicle equipped
with All Wheel Drive (AWD) with the front or rear tyres on the road.
If you tow the vehicle equipped with AWD while the front or rear
tyres are rolling on the road the
drive system in the vehicle could
be severely damaged. When
towing vehicles equipped with
AWD all 4 tyres may not be in
contact with the road.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation system 3 113 and
close the windows.
192Vehicle care
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Exterior lights Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use
an ice scraper, and do not clean them dry.
Polishing and waxing Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.
Plastic body parts must not be treated
with wax or polishing agents.Windows and windscreen wiper
blades Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.
Wheels and tyres Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.Paintwork damage
Rectify minor paintwork damage with a touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen/rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a
workshop.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Vehicle care193
Liquid gas system9Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas system must be
completely evacuated.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Towing equipment Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Rear carrier system Clean the rear carrier system with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner
at least once a year.
Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only clean the vehicle interior,
including the instrument panel fascia
and panelling, with a dry cloth or
interior cleaner.
Clean the leather upholstery with
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, use leather care.
The instrument cluster and the
displays should only be cleaned using
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a
weak soap solution.
Clean fabric upholstery with a
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove
stains with an upholstery cleaner.
Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light- coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
212IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 154
Adaptive forward lighting .....88, 106
Adjustable air vents ...................116
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........84
Airbag deactivation ................46, 84
Airbag label................................... 41 Airbag system .............................. 41
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 117
Air conditioning system .............. 113
Air intake .................................... 117
Air vents...................................... 116
All-wheel drive ........................... 128
Antilock brake system ................ 129
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......86
Anti-theft alarm system ................25
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................191
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................28
Automatic light control ...............103
Automatic locking ........................23
Automatic transmission .............125
Auxiliary heater ........................... 116
B Battery discharge protection ......111
Battery voltage ............................. 96Bicycle rack .................................. 57
Bonnet ....................................... 156
Bonnet open ................................. 89
Brake and clutch fluid .................195
Brake and clutch system .............85
Brake assist ............................... 130
Brake fluid .................................. 159
Brakes ............................... 129, 159
Breakdown.................................. 189
Bulb replacement ....................... 162
C
Capacities .................................. 206
Catalytic converter .....................124
Central locking system ................21
Centre console storage ...............56
Centre high-mounted brake light 167
Changing tyre and wheel size ...179
Charging system .......................... 85
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 49
Child restraints.............................. 47
Child restraint systems ................47
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............112
Clock ............................................ 76
Code ............................................. 94
Control indicators.......................... 81
Control of the vehicle .................118
213
Controls........................................ 72
Convex shape .............................. 27
Coolant and antifreeze ...............195
Cruise control ...................... 89, 133
Cupholders .................................. 55
Curtain airbag system .................. 45
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............105
Declaration of conformity ............209
Delayed locking ............................ 23
Descent control system .......86, 132
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......161
Diesel particle filter ...............87, 123
Door open .................................... 89
Doors ............................................ 24
Driver assistance systems ..........133
Driver Information Centre .............89
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 152
Driving hints ................................ 118
E Electric adjustment ......................27
Electrical system......................... 168
Electronic climate control system 114
Electronic driving programmes ..126
Electronic Stability Control.......... 131Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............87
Electronic Stability Control off....... 87
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......155
Engine compartment fuse box ...169
Engine coolant ........................... 157
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 80
Engine data ............................... 202
Engine exhaust .......................... 123
Engine identification ...................198
Engine oil ................... 156, 195, 199
Engine oil pressure ......................88
Entry lighting .............................. 111
Event data recorders ..................209
Exit lighting ................................ 111
Exterior care .............................. 191
Exterior light ................................. 88
Exterior lighting ....................12, 103
Exterior mirrors ............................. 27
F
Fault ........................................... 127 First aid kit ................................... 69
Fixed air vents ........................... 117
Flex-Fix system ............................ 57
Fog light ....................................... 89
Fog lights ................................... 165
Folding mirrors ............................. 27
Forward collision alert................. 136Front airbag system .....................44
Front fog lights ........................... 108
Front seats.................................... 34
Front turn signal lights ...............165
Fuel............................................. 145
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 151
Fuel for diesel engines ..............146
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......146
Fuel for petrol engines ...............145
Fuel gauge ................................... 80 Fuel selector ................................ 80
Fuses ......................................... 168
G Gauges ......................................... 79
General information ...................152
Glovebox ..................................... 55
Glove box lighting .......................110
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 92
H
Halogen headlights ....................162
Hand brake ......................... 129, 130
Hazard warning flashers ............108
Headlight flash ........................... 104
Headlight range adjustment ......104
Headlights when driving abroad 104
Head restraint adjustment .............8
214
Head restraints ............................ 33
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 30
Heated steering wheel .................73
Heating ........................................ 37
Heating and ventilation system . 112
High beam ........................... 88, 104
Hill start assist ........................... 130
Horn ....................................... 13, 73
I
Identification plate .....................197
Ignition switch positions .............119
Immobiliser ............................ 26, 88
Indicators ...................................... 79
Information displays...................... 89
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument panel fuse box .........170
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 109
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............54
Interior care ............................... 193
Interior lighting ............................ 109
Interior lights ...................... 110, 168
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Interruption of power supply ......127
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....52J
Jump starting ............................. 187
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L Lane departure warning .......86, 144
Lashing eyes ............................... 69
Lighting features .........................111
Light switch ................................ 103
Load compartment ................24, 66
Load compartment cover .............68
Load compartment fuse box ......172
Loading information .....................70
Low fuel ....................................... 88
M
Malfunction indicator light ............85
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 126
Manual transmission .................. 128
Manual windows ..........................29
Memorised settings ......................21
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................109N
New vehicle running-in ..............119
Number plate light .....................167
O
Object detection systems ...........138
Odometer ..................................... 79
Oil, engine .......................... 195, 199
Operate pedal ............................... 85
Outside temperature ....................76
Overrun cut-off ........................... 120
P Parking ................................ 17, 122
Parking assist ............................ 138
Parking brake ............................ 130
Particulate filter ........................... 123
Performance .............................. 203
Performing work ........................155
Pollen filter ................................. 117
Power outlets ............................... 78
Power steering.............................. 86
Power steering fluid ....................158
Power windows ............................ 29
Preheating ................................... 87
Puncture ..................................... 183