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If and when
● Screw in the towline anchorage into its position anticlockwise as far as
it will go ⇒ 
. Use a suitable tool to firmly tighten the towline anchorage in
its location.
● After towing, remove the towline anchorage by turning it clockwise and
put the cover back in place.
CAUTION
● The towline anchorage must always be completely and firmly tightened.
Otherwise, it could be released while towing and tow-starting.
● Vehicles with a factory fitted towing bracket, can only be used for towing
with a tow bar, specially designed to fit on a tow hitch ball. Otherwise, the
tow hitch ball and the vehicle may be damaged. Otherwise, a tow rope
should be used. 
Towing advice
Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow rope. Both
drivers should be familiar with the technique required for towing. For this
reason, inexperienced drivers should abstain.
While driving, avoid excessive traction forces and jerking. When towing on
an unpaved road, there is always a risk of overloading and damaging the
anchorage points.
If the vehicle is towed, with the hazard warning lights on and the ignition
switched on, the turn signal may be used to indicate changes of direction.
Simply operate the turn signal lever as usual. Meanwhile, the hazard warn-
ing lights will go off. When the turn signal lever is returned to the rest posi-
tion, the hazard warning lights will be turned on automatically. Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle
●
Leave the ignition on to avoid locking the steering wheel, to release the
electronic parking brake and to activate the turn signals, the horn as well as
the window wipers and window washers.
● As the power assisted steering does not work if the engine is not run-
ning, you will need more strength to steer than normally.
● The brake must be depressed must harder as the brake servo does not
operate. Avoid hitting the towing vehicle.
● Note the instructions and information contained in the Instruction Man-
ual for the vehicle to be towed.
Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
● Accelerate gently and carefully. Avoid sudden manoeuvres.
● Brake well in advance than usual and brake gently.
● Note the instructions and information contained in the Instruction Man-
ual for the vehicle to be towed. 
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Important information
Important
The information in the vehicle documentation always takes
precedence over the information in this Instruction Manual.
All technical specifications provided in this documentation are valid for the
standard model in Spain. The vehicle data card included in the Mainte-
nance Programme or the vehicle registration documentation shows which
engine is installed in the vehicle.
The figures may be different depending whether additional equipment is fit-
ted, for different models, for special vehicles and for other countries.
Additional information and warnings:
● Transporting ⇒  page 13
● Ecological driving ⇒ page 229
● Fuel ⇒ page 271
● Engine oil ⇒ page 283
● Engine coolant ⇒ page 287
● Wheels and tyres ⇒ page 297
● Notes for the user ⇒ page 259 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.litres per100 kmFuel consumption in litres per 100 km (70 miles).
g/kmCarbon dioxide emissions in grams per km (mile) travelled.CO 2Carbon dioxideCNCetane number, indication of the diesel combustion power.
RONResearch octane number, indication of the knock resistance
of petrol.
WARNING
Failure to observe requirements for weight, loads, dimensions and maxi-
mum speed may lead to severe accident.
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Vehicle code
Fig. 223 Vehicle identifi-
cation number
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (chassis number) can be read from out-
side the vehicle through a viewer in the windscreen ⇒ Fig. 223. This viewer
is located in the lower part of the windscreen. The vehicle identification
number (chassis number) is also stamped on the right water drain channel.
The water drain channel is located between the suspension tower and the
wing. Open the bonnet to read the vehicle identification number 
⇒  page 279.
Vehicle data plate
The vehicle data plate is attached to the luggage compartment, and con-
tains the following information:
Vehicle identification number (chassis number)
Vehicle type, engine power, gearbox type
Engine and gearbox code, paint number, interior equipment.
Optional extras, PR numbers
These data are also provided in the Maintenance Programme. 1
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Type plate
The type plate is visible when the driver door is opened, on the lower part of
the strut. Vehicles for certain export countries do not have a type plate.
The manufacturer's type plate contains the following data:
Gross vehicle weight
Maximum authorised weight of vehicle and trailer
Maximum gross front axle weight
Maximum rear axle weight 
5678
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Towing a trailer Trailer weights
Trailer weight
The trailer weights and drawbar loads approved are selected in intensive tri-
als according to precisely defined criteria. The approved trailer weights are
valid for vehicles in the UE for maximum speeds of 80 km/h (50 mph) (in
certain circumstances up to 100 km/h (62 mph)). The figures may be differ-
ent in other countries. All data in the official vehicle documentation takes
precedence over these data at all times ⇒ 
.
Drawbar loads
The maximum permitted drawbar load on the ball joint of the towing bracket
must not exceed 100 kg.
In the interest of road safety, we recommend that you always tow approach-
ing the maximum drawbar load. The response of the trailer on the road will
be poor if the drawbar load is too small.
If the maximum permissible drawbar load cannot be met (e.g. with small,
empty and light-weight single axle trailers or tandem axle trailers with a
wheelbase of less than 1 metre), a minimum of 4% of the actual trailer
weight is legally required for the drawbar load.
WARNING
● For safety reasons, you should not drive at speeds above 80 km/h (50
mph) when towing a trailer. This also applies to countries where higher
speeds are permitted.
● Never exceed the maximum trailer weights or the drawbar load. If the
permissible axle load or the permissible total weight is exceeded, the
driving characteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents,
injuries and damage to the vehicle.
 Wheels
Tyre pressure, snow chains, wheel bolts
Tyre pressures
The sticker with the tyre pressure values can be found on the inside of the
fuel tank flap. The tyre pressure values given there are for cold tyres. The
slightly raised pressures of warm tyres must not be reduced. ⇒ 
Snow chains
Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheels.
Consult the section “wheels” of this manual.
Wheel bolts
After the wheels have been changed, the tightening torque of the wheel
bolts should be checked as soon as possible with a torque wrench ⇒ 
.
The tightening torque for steel and alloy wheels is 140 Nm.
WARNING
● Check the tyre pressure at least once per month. Checking the tyre
pressure is very important. If the tyre pressure is too high or too low,
there is an increased danger of accidents, particularly at high speeds.
● If the tightening torque of the wheel bolts is too low, they could loos-
en while the vehicle is in motion. Risk of accident! If the tightening tor-
que is too high, the wheel bolts and threads can be damaged.
Note
We recommend that you ask your Technical Service for information about
appropriate wheel, tyre and snow chain size. 
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Checking fluid levels
From time to time, the levels of the different fluids in the ve-
hicle must be checked. Never fill with incorrect fluids, other-
wise serious damage to the engine may be caused.
Fig. 224 Diagram for the location of the various elements Coolant fluid deposit
Engine oil dipstick
Oil filler neck
Brake fluid reservoir
Vehicle battery (underneath a cover)
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir
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The checking and refilling of service fluids are carried out on the compo-
nents mentioned above. These operations are described in
⇒ page 279.
Overview
Further explanations, instructions and restrictions on the technical data are
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Technical specifications
Petrol engine 1.4 110 kW (150 PS)
Engine specifications
Power output in kW (PS) at rpmMaximum torque (Nm at rpm)No. of cylinders/capacity (cm 3
)Fuel110 (150)/ 5800240/ 1500-40004/1390Super 95 RON a)a)
Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.
PerformanceManualAutomatic5 seats7 seats5 seats7 seatsTop speed (km/h)197197Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)6.96.6Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (seconds)10.79.9Consumption (l/100 km) / CO 2 emissions (g/km)Urban cycle9.2/2149.4/218Extra-urban cycle6.1/1436.6/154Combined7.2/1677.6/178Weights (in kg)Gross vehicle weight2290248023102500Weight in running order (with driver)1723177117421790Gross front axle weight1170/12201170/12201190/12401190/1240Gross rear axle weight1070/11201260/13101070/11201260/1310Permitted roof load100100100100Maximum trailer weights (in kg)Trailer without brakes750750Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8%18001800Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12%18001800
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Petrol engine 2.0 147 kW (200 PS)
Engine specifications
Power output in kW (PS) at rpmMaximum torque (Nm at rpm)No. of cylinders/capacity (cm 3
)Fuel147 (200)/ 5100280/ 1700-50004/1984Super 95 RON a)a)
Research Octane Number = Anti-detonation rating of the petrol.
PerformanceAutomatic5 seats7 seatsTop speed (km/h)221Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)5.8Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (seconds)8.3Consumption (l/100 km) / CO 2 emissions (g/km)Urban cycle11.5/26811.6/270Extra-urban cycle6.6/1556.7/156Combined8.4/1968.5/198Weights (in kg)Gross vehicle weight23602530Weight in running order (with driver)17901838Gross front axle weight1100/11501220/1270Gross rear axle weight1100/11501260/1310Permitted roof load100100Maximum trailer weights (in kg)Trailer without brakes750Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8%2000Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12%2000

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Diesel engine 2.0 TDI CR 85 kW (115 PS)
Engine specifications
Power output in kW (PS) at rpmMaximum torque (Nm at rpm)No. of cylinders/capacity (cm 3
)Fuel
85 (115)/ 4200280/1750-25004/1984Diesel according to standard EN 590,
Min. 51 CNa)
a)
Cetane Number (cetane index) = Measure of the diesel combustion power.
Performance5 seats7 seatsTop speed (km/h)183Acceleration from 0-80 km/h (seconds)12.6Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (seconds)14Consumption (l/100 km) / CO 2 emissions (g/km)Urban cycle6.8/1796.9/182Extra-urban cycle4.8/1274.9/130Combined5.5/1435.6/146Weights (in kg)Gross vehicle weight23602530Weight in running order (with driver)17721823Gross front axle weight1210/12601210/1260Gross rear axle weight1100/11501260/1310Permitted roof load100100Maximum trailer weights (in kg)Trailer without brakes750Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 8%2000Trailer with brakes, gradients up to 12%2000
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