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Driving and operating147Trailer hitch
General information
The coupling ball bar is kept in a bag,
fastened with a strap and is stowed
below the floor cover in the load
compartment.
Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
Entrust retrofitting of towing
equipment to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment.
Control indicator á illuminates in the
instrument cluster when a trailer is
connected to the vehicle 3 91.
Driving characteristics and
towing tips In the case of trailers with brakes,
attach the break-away stopping cable
to the eye - not to the coupling ball
bar.If no eye is available, loop cable
around coupling ball bar. Ensure
cable is crossed under the vertical
coupling socket to ensure the trailer
nose cannot drop to the ground if it
becomes separated from the trailer
hitch. Do not allow the cable to drag
along the ground and always allow
enough slack to permit full turning.
Follow the instructions supplied with
the towing equipment.
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate
the coupling ball. However, do not do
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling ball, is being used to reduce snaking movements. For trailers with
low driving stability, the use of a
friction-type stabiliser is strongly
recommended.
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h, even in countries where higher speeds are
permitted. When driving uphill, do not drive faster than 30 km/h in 1st gear,
or 50 km/h in 2nd gear.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 207.
Trailer towing Trailer loads
The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle-dependent and engine-
dependent maximum values which
must not be exceeded. The actual
trailer load is the difference between
the actual gross weight of the trailer
and the actual coupling socket load
with the trailer coupled.
When the trailer load is being
checked, therefore, only the trailer
wheels - and not the jockey wheel -
must be standing on the weighing
apparatus.
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12 %.
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148Driving and operating
The permitted trailer load applies up
to the specified incline and up to an
altitude of 1000 metres above sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10 % for every 1000 metres of additional
altitude. The gross train weight does
not have to be reduced when driving
on roads with slight inclines (less than 8 %, e.g. motorways).
The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is
specified on the identification plate
3 198.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.
The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (80 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load,especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
When measuring the vertical coupling load, ensure the drawbar of the
loaded trailer is at the same height as
it will be when the trailer is coupled
with the towing vehicle loaded. This is
particularly important for trailers with
tandem axle.
Rear axle load When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle is fully loaded
(including all occupants), the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) must not be exceeded.
National regulations regarding
maximum speeds for vehicles towing a trailer must be observed.Towing equipmentCaution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.
Towing equipment with
detachable coupling ball bar The coupling ball bar is kept in a bag,
fastened with a strap and is stowed
below the floor cover in the load
compartment.
Fitting the coupling ball bar
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150Driving and operating9Warning
Towing a trailer is permitted only
when the coupling ball bar is fitted correctly. If the coupling ball bar
cannot be properly attached, seek the assistance of a workshop.
Eye for break-away stopping cable
In the case of trailers with brakes,
attach the break-away stopping cable
to the eye - not to the coupling ball
bar.
Dismounting the coupling ball bar
Unlock coupling ball bar and remove
key. Push lever to the left, towards the
coupling ball bar and turn it
downwards. Pull coupling ball bar out of coupling housing.
Remove any rust or dirt from area
around the coupling housing and
coupling ball bar connection before
inserting sealing plug in the hole.
Place the coupling ball bar in the bag supplied, fasten it with the strap and
stow it below the floor cover in the
load compartment.
Do not use steam-jet cleaners or
other high-pressure cleaners to clean
the coupling ball bar.
Trailer stability assist If the system detects snaking
movements, engine power is reduced
and the vehicle/trailer combination is
selectively braked until the snaking ceases. While system is working keep steering wheel as still as possible.
Trailer stability assist (TSA) is a
function of the Electronic Stability
Control 3 138.
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Vehicle care169
FuseCircuitABSAnti-lock Brake
SystemA/CClimate control,
air conditioning
systemBATT1Instrument panel
fuse boxBATT2Instrument panel
fuse boxBATT3Instrument panel
fuse boxBCMBody Control
ModuleECMEngine Control
ModuleECM PWR TRNEngine Control
Module, Power‐
trainENG SNSREngine sensorsEPBElectrical parking
brakeFuseCircuitFAN1Cooling fanFAN3Cooling fanFRT FOGFront fog lightsFRT WPRFront wiperFUEL/VACFuel pump,
vacuum pumpHDLP WASHERHeadlight washerHI BEAM LHHigh beam (left-
hand)HI BEAM RHHigh beam (right-
hand)HORNHornHTD WASH/MIRHeated washer
fluid, heated exte‐
rior mirrorsIGN COIL AIgnition coilIGN COIL BIgnition coilLO BEAM LHLow beam (left-
hand)FuseCircuitLO BEAM RHLow beam (right-
hand)PRK LP LHParking light (left-
hand)PRK LP RHParking light
(right-hand)PWM FANPulse width modu‐ lation fanREAR DEFOGHeated rear
windowREAR WPRRear wiperSPARE–STOP LAMPBrake lightsSTRTRStarterTCMTransmission
Control ModuleTRLR PRL LPTrailer parking
lights
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172Vehicle care
FuseCircuitAMPAmplifierAPO JACK
(CONSOLE)Power outlet
(centre console)APO JACK
(REAR CARGO)Power outlet
(load compart‐
ment)AWD/VENTAll-wheel drive,
ventilationBCM (CTSY)Courtesy lightsBCM (DIMMER)Instrument illu‐
minationBCM (INT LIGHT
TRLR FOG)Interior lights,
trailer fog lightBCM (PRK/TRN)Parking lights,
turn signalsBCM (STOP)Brake lightsBCM (TRN SIG)Turn signalsBCM (VBATT)Battery voltageFuseCircuitCIMCommunica‐
tions Integration
ModuleCLSTRInstrument
clusterDRLDaytime running
lightsDR/LCKDriver door lockDRVR PWR
SEATDriver power
seatDRV/PWR
WNDWDriver power
windowF/DOOR LOCKFuel filler flapFRT WSRFront washerFSCMFuel systemFSCM/VENT SOLFuel system,
vent solenoidHEATING MAT
SWHeating mat
switchHTD SEAT PWRSeat heatingFuseCircuitHVAC BLWRClimate control,
air conditioning
fanIPCInstrument panel clusterISRVM/RCMInterior mirror,
remote compass moduleKEY CAPTUREKey captureL/GATETailgateLOGISTIC MODELogistic modeOSRVMExterior mirrorsPASS PWR
WNDWPassenger
power windowPWR DIODEPower diodePWR MODINGPower modingRADIORadioRR FOGHeated rear
window
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Vehicle care173
FuseCircuitRUN 2Power battery
key on runRUN/CRNKRun crankSDM (BATT)Safety Diag‐
nosis Module
(Battery)SDM (IGN 1)Safety Diag‐
nosis Module
(Ignition)SPARE-S/ROOFSunroofS/ROOF BATTSunroof batterySSPSPower steeringSTR/WHL SWSteering wheelTRLRTrailerTRLR BATTTrailer batteryFuseCircuitXBCMExport Body
Control ModuleXM/HVAC/DLCXM satellite
radio, climate
control, data link
connection
After changing of defective fuses
close the fuse box cover and press
until it engages.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunctions may occur.
Vehicle tools
Tools
Vehicles with spare wheel
In vehicles with a spare wheel, a jack and vehicle tools kit are available.
The jack and vehicle tools have been
specially developed for your vehicle
and must only be used on that
vehicle. Only use jack for changing
wheels.
The jack and vehicle tools are in a
storage compartment below the floor
cover in the load compartment.
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202Technical dataEngine dataSales designation2.43.0 V62.2 CDTI2.2 CDTIEngine identifier codeA 24 XFA 30 XFA 22 DMA 22 DMHNumber of cylinders4644Piston displacement [cm3
]2384299722312231Engine power [kW]123190120135at rpm5600690038003800Torque [Nm]217287350400at rpm4500540020002000Fuel typePetrolPetrolDieselDieselCetane requirement [CN]––49 (D)49 (D)Octane rating [RON] recommended 2)9595––possible98
91 3)98
91 3)––Additional fuel typeE85E85––Oil consumption [l/1000 km]0.60.60.60.62)
Use unleaded Premium fuel only for the following countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Moldova.
3) Use of 91 RON fuel reduces power and torque. If no unleaded Premium fuel is available, 91 RON can be used, taking care to avoid high engine load or
full load as well as driving in mountainous terrain with a trailer load or high payload.
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Technical data207Tyre pressuresUp to full loadUp to full load ECOTrailer towingEngineTyresfrontrearfrontrearfrontrear[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])All215/70 R 16 5)
,
235/65 R 17,
235/55 R 18,
235/50 R 19240/2.4 (35)240/2.4 (35)260/2.6 (38)260/2.6 (38)240/2.4 (35)280/2.8 (41)T 155/90 R 16 6)
(Temporary spare)420/4.2 (60)420/4.2 (60)––420/4.2 (60)420/4.2 (60)5) Spare wheel or winter tyres.
6) Spare wheel only.