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50Seats, restraints
Combi - rear seats
Weight and age class
2nd row seats3rd row seats3)4)Driver side
outer seat
Centre
Passenger side
outer seat
OuterCentre
Group 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. 2 years
U,
Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. 8 months to 4 yearsU,
or approx. 3 to 7 years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. 6 to 12 years
UUUXX
3) It is only permissible to install a universal child seat to the third seat row as long as the second row seats have been
removed and the seat belts are of sufficient length for the child seat type.
4) On vehicles with a 2-seat bench only in the second row, it is permissible to install a universal child restraint on the third
seat row but only on the passenger side outer seat (i.e. nearest the sliding side door), due to the increased clearance
in front of it.
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Tour - rear seats
Weight and age class
2nd row seats3rd row seats3)4)Driver side
outer seat
Centre
Passenger side
outer seat
OuterCentre
Group 0: up to 10 kg
or approx. 10 months
Group 0+: up to 13 kg
or approx. 2 years
U,
Group I: 9 to 18 kg
or approx. 8 months to 4 yearsU,
or approx. 3 to 7 years
Group III: 22 to 36 kg
or approx. 6 to 12 years
UUUXX
3) It is only permissible to install a universal child seat to the third seat row as long as the second row seats have been
removed and the seat belts are of sufficient length for the child seat type.
4) On vehicles with a 2-seat bench only in the second row, it is permissible to install a universal child restraint on the third
seat row but only on the passenger side outer seat (i.e. nearest the sliding side door), due to the increased clearancein front of it.
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58Storage
Removal
Tilt strap length adjuster upwards and unhook strap.
Warning triangleThe warning triangle can be
accommodated in the space under
the front seats.
First aid kit
The first aid kit can be accommodated
in the space under the front seats.
Roof rack system
Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoiddamage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended.
Notice
The front roof rack fixing points
located above the cab area are for
installation of the full roof rack
system only and must not be used to attach roof bars.
Follow the installation instructions
and remove the roof rack when not in
use.
Further information 3 58.Loading information
■ Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenly
distributed and placed as far
forward as possible. If objects can
be stacked, the heavier objects
should be placed at the bottom.
■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes.
■ Secure loose objects in load compartment to prevent sliding.
■ Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or theinstrument panel.
■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, parking
brake and gear selector, or hinder
the freedom of movement of the
driver. Do not place any unsecured objects in the interior.
■ Do not drive with an open load compartment. In addition, the
number plate is only
distinguishable and illuminated
correctly if the doors are closed.
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■ The payload is the differencebetween the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 150) and the EC kerb
weight.
To calculate the EC kerb weight,
enter the data for your vehicle in the
Weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank
90 % full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
■ Driving with a roof load increases the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a detrimental
effect on vehicle handling due to
the vehicle's higher centre of
gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load
conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph.The permissible roof load (which
includes the weight of the roof rack)
is 280 kg for standard roof variants
and 210 kg for high roof variants
(excludes Platform cab
conversions). The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack
and the load.
The permissible roof load on the
approved full length roof rack
system is 210 kg for standard roof
variants and 140 kg for high roof
variants (excludes Platform cab
conversions). The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack
and the load.
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98Driving and operating
Always move the selector lever in the
appropriate direction as far as it will
go. Upon release, it automatically
returns to the centre position.N=Neutral.A/
M=Switch between automatic
and manual mode.
The transmission display
shows "A" when in automatic mode.R=Reverse gear.
Engage only when vehicle is
stationary. The transmission
display shows "R" when
reverse gear is engaged.+=Shift to a higher gear.-=Shift to a lower gear.
Starting off
When the engine is started, the
transmission is in automatic mode.
Depress the foot brake and move the selector lever towards + to engage
first gear. If R is selected,
reverse gear is engaged. The vehicle
starts to move when the foot brake is
released. To start off quickly, release
the foot brake and accelerate
immediately after engaging a gear.
In automatic mode the transmission
shifts to other gears automatically,
dependent on driving conditions.
To engage manual mode, move the
selector lever towards A/M. The
current gear will appear in the
transmission display. To engage
first gear, depress foot brake and
move selector lever towards + or -.
Shift to a higher or lower gear by
moving selector lever to + or -. Gears
can be skipped by moving the
selector lever repeatedly at short
intervals.
Stopping the vehicle
In automatic or manual mode,
first gear is engaged and the clutch is
released when the vehicle is stopped. In R, reverse gear remains engaged.
When stopping on gradients, engage parking brake or depress the foot
brake. To prevent overheating of the
clutch, an intermittent audiblewarning may sound as a signal to
depress the foot brake or apply the
parking brake.
Switch off engine if stopping for a lengthy period, e.g. in traffic jams.
When the vehicle is parked and the
driver's door is opened, a warning
chime will sound if neutral is not
selected or the foot brake has not
been depressed.
Engine braking
Automatic mode
When driving downhill, the manual
transmission automated does not shift into higher gears until a fairly
high engine speed has been reached. It shifts down in good time when
braking.
Manual mode
To utilise the engine braking effect,
select a lower gear in good time when
driving downhill.
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134Vehicle care9Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If the vehicle has a flat tyre:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first gear or reverse gear.
The tyre repair kit is located under the
front seat.
1. Remove the compressor from the
tyre repair kit.
2. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the
compartments on the underside
of the compressor.
3. Screw the compressor air hose to
the connection on the sealant
bottle.
4. 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.
5. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
6. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
7. The switch on the compressor must be set to O.
8. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the vehicle
battery, we recommend running
the engine.
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160Technical dataVehicle dimensionsTypeVanCombi/Tour9)Platform cabWheelbaseShortLongShortLongLongLength [mm]47825182478251825130Width without exterior mirrors [mm]19041904190419041904Width with two exterior mirrors [mm]22322232223222322232/243410)Height - unladen (without antenna) [mm] 11)
Standard roof
19681968196819681981
High roof24922492---Wheelbase [mm]30983498309834983498Track width [mm]
Front
16151615161516151615
Rear163016301630163016309) Tour available with short wheel base only.
10) With wide arm exterior mirrors.
11) Vehicle height without body conversion.
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Loadspace dimensions
Wheelbase
VanShortLongRoof heightStandardHighStandardHighMaximum rear door aperture height [mm]1335181813351818Rear door aperture width (at floor) [mm]1390139013901390Maximum load area height [mm]1387191313871913Maximum load area width [mm]1690169016901690Width between wheel arches [mm]1268126812681268Maximum load floor length [mm]2400240028002800Loading height unladen [mm]543547542548Sliding side door aperture width [mm]1000100010001000Sliding side door aperture height [mm]1285128512851285