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Driving and operating147
For trailers with low driving stability
and trailers with a permitted gross
vehicle weight of more than 1300 kg a speed of 50 mph must not be
exceeded; the use of a stabiliser is
recommended.
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 3 205.
Trailer towing Trailer loads
The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle 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.The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to max. 12 %
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
3 196.
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 (75 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.
Rear axle load When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded, the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) may be exceeded by 90 kg and the gross vehicle weight
rating by 75 kg. If the permissible rear
axle load is exceeded, a maximum
speed of 62 mph applies.
Towing equipmentCaution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.
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196Technical dataIdentification plate
The identification plate is located on
the front right door frame.
Information on identification plate:1=Manufacturer2=Type approval number3=Vehicle Identification Number4=Permissible gross vehicle
weight rating in kg5=Permissible gross train weight
in kg6=Maximum permissible front axle load in kg7=Maximum permissible rear axle
load in kg8=Vehicle-specific or country-
specific data
The combined total of front and rear
axle loads must not exceed the
permissible gross vehicle weight. For
example, if the front axle is bearing its
maximum permissible load, the rear
axle can only bear a load that is equal
to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load.
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European
Community standards. We reserve
the right to make modifications.
Specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority over
those given in this manual.
Engine identification
The technical data tables show the
engine identifier code. Engine data
3 200.
To identify the respective engine,
refer to the engine power in the EEC
Certificate of Conformity provided
with your vehicle or other national
registration documents.
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202Technical dataPerformanceEngineA16XERA18XELA18XERMaximum speed2)
[mph]Manual transmission115116122Manual transmission automated–116122Automatic transmission–––EngineA17DTJA17DTRMaximum speed [mph]Manual transmission111117Manual transmission automated––Automatic transmission––2) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
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Technical data203Vehicle weight
Kerb weight, basic modelZafiraEngineManual transmissionManual transmission
automatedAutomatic transmissionwithout/with air conditioning
[kg]A16XER1505/1520–/––/–A18XER, A18XEL1503/15181503/1518–/–A17DTJ, A17DTR1600/1615–/––/–
Additional weight
EngineA16XERA18XER, A18XELExclusiv/Active/Active Plus [kg]1010Design, Elite [kg]2323SRi [kg]2020EngineA17DTJA17DTRExclusiv/Active/Active Plus [kg]55Design, Elite [kg]1616SRi [kg]1313
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204Technical data
Heavy accessoriesAccessoriesMoon roofTowing equipmentHeadlight washer systemAdaptive forward lightingWeight [kg]351734Vehicle dimensionsZafiraZafira VXRLength [mm]44674503Width without exterior mirrors [mm]18011801Width with two exterior mirrors [mm]20252025Height (without antenna) [mm]16351635Height with panorama roof (without antenna) [mm]16701670Length of load compartment floor [mm]10881088Load compartment width [mm]10711071Height of load compartment opening [mm]895895Wheelbase [mm]27032703Turning circle diameter [m]11.5011.85
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Trip computer in Board-Info-Display ................................... 102
Trip computer in Graphic-Info- Display or Colour-Info-Display 104
Triple-Info-Display .......................93
Trip odometer .............................. 83
Turn and lane-change signals ...111
Turn signal ................................... 87
Tyre chains ................................ 177
Tyre deflation detection system. .......................................... 23, 175
Tyre designations ......................173
Tyre pressure ....................101, 173
Tyre pressure monitoring system .............................. 24, 174
Tyre pressures ................... 106, 205
Tyre repair kit ............................. 177
Tyres .......................................... 172
U Ultrasonic parking assist .............. 89
Underseat storage .......................68
Upholstery .................................. 189
Upshift .......................................... 89
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 156
Vehicle checks............................ 152
Vehicle data ................................ 197Vehicle data recording and
privacy ..................................... 208
Vehicle dimensions .................... 204
Vehicle Identification Number ....195
Vehicle jack ................................ 171
Vehicle messages .....................100
Vehicle security ............................ 35
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 151
Vehicle tools ............................... 171
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 203
Ventilation ................................... 116
W
Warning chimes .........................100
Warning lights ............................... 83
Warning triangle .......................... 74
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 155
Washer fluid level ......................102
Wheel changing .........................180
Wheel covers ............................. 176
Wheels and tyres .......................172
Windows ....................................... 40
Windscreen................................... 40
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........78
Winter mode ................................ 89
Winter tyres ............................... 172
Wiper blade replacement ..........157X
Xenon headlights .......................161