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■ Open bonnet, close all doors andlock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronics of the
power windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the engine oil level.
■ Check the coolant level.
■ Fit the number plate if necessary.
End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on ourwebsite, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.
Gas vehicles must be recycled by a
service centre authorised for gas
vehicles.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
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Wheels and tyresDo 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 damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha 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.
Liquid gas system9 Danger
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 tank must be
removed.
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.
Interior care
Interior and upholsteryOnly 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.
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Child restraint installationlocations ................................... 63
Child restraints.............................. 62
Child restraint systems ................62
Cigarette lighter ........................... 89
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............134
Clock............................................. 87
Colour-Info-Display .....................114
Control indicators........................ 100
Control of the vehicle .................148
Controls ........................................ 82
Convex shape .............................. 36
Coolant and antifreeze ...............262
Cruise control ....................106, 171
Cupholders .................................. 67
Curtain airbag system .................. 60
Curve lighting.............................. 125
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............125
Declaration of conformity ............312
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......221
Diesel particle filter .............104, 156
Door open .................................. 107
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver assistance systems ..........171
Driver Information Centre ...........107Driving characteristics and
towing tips .............................. 209
Driving hints ................................ 148
Dual automatic climate control system ..................................... 140
E Electric adjustment ......................36
Electrical system......................... 232
Electric parking brake .................102
Electric parking brake fault .........102
Electronic driving programmes ..160
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Control.......... 167
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........104
Electronic Stability Control off..... 104
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......214
Engine compartment fuse box ...234
Engine coolant ........................... 217
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 98
Engine data ............................... 269
Engine exhaust .......................... 156
Engine identification ...................265
Engine oil ................... 215, 262, 266
Engine oil pressure ....................105
Entry lighting .............................. 131
Event data recorders ..................312
Exit lighting ................................ 132Exterior care .............................. 257
Exterior light ............................... 105
Exterior lighting ....................13, 122
Exterior mirrors ............................. 36
F
Fault ........................................... 160
First aid ......................................... 79
First aid kit ................................... 79
Fixed air vents ........................... 146
Fog light ..................................... 106
Fog lights ................................... 227
Folding mirrors ............................. 37
Following distance ......................103
Following distance indication ......184
Forward collision alert................. 181
Front airbag system .....................58
Front fog lights ........................... 128
Front seats.................................... 47
Front storage ................................ 68
Front turn signal light ..................222
Fuel............................................. 202
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 208
Fuel for diesel engines ..............203
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......203
Fuel for petrol engines ...............202
Fuel gauge ................................... 97
Fuel selector ................................ 98
Fuses ......................................... 232