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12. All of the sealant is pumped intothe tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.
13. The prescribed tyre pressure should be obtained within
10 minutes. Tyre pressure
3 283 . When the correct pressure
is obtained, switch off the
compressor.
If the prescribed tyre pressure is
not obtained within 10 minutes,
remove the tyre repair kit. Move
the vehicle one tyre rotation.
Reattach the tyre repair kit and
continue the filling procedure for
10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre
pressure is still not obtained, the
tyre is too badly damaged. Seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Drain excess tyre pressure with
the button over the pressure indicator.
Do not run the compressor longer
than 10 minutes.
14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push catch on bracket to remove
sealant bottle from bracket. Screw the tyre inflation hose to the freeconnection of the sealant bottle.
This prevents sealant from
escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in
load compartment.
15. Remove any excess sealant using a cloth.
16. Take the label indicating maximum permitted speed from
the sealant bottle and affix in the
driver's field of view.
17. Continue driving immediately so that sealant is evenly distributedin the tyre. After driving approx.
6 miles (but no more than
10 minutes), stop and check tyre
pressure. Screw compressor airhose directly onto tyre valve and
compressor when doing this.
If tyre pressure is more than
1.3 bar , set it to the correct value.
Repeat the procedure until there
is no more loss of pressure.
If the tyre pressure has fallen
below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must
not be used. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
18. Stow away tyre repair kit in load compartment.
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Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
The lashing eye at the rear
underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye.
Attach a tow rope – or even better a
tow bar – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering a
vehicle.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap at the bottom and engage.
Appearance care
Exterior care Locks
The locks are lubricated at the factory using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, as this has adegreasing effect and impairs lockfunction. After using a de-icing agent,
have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
Washing The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.
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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 with
a 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.
Rear carrier system Clean the rear carrier system with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner
at least once a year.
Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
Air shutter
Clean the shutter system in the front
bumper to maintain correct
functionality.
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.
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Tow bar....................................... 216
Towing ................................ 216, 260
Towing another vehicle .............261
Towing equipment .....................217
Towing the vehicle .....................260
Traction Control system ............. 174
Traction Control system off......... 112
Traffic sign assistant ...................202
Trailer coupling ........................... 216
Trailer stability assist .................220
Trailer towing ............................. 217
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................167
Tread depth ............................... 248
Trip computer ............................ 125
Trip odometer ............................ 102
Turn and lane-change signals ...143
Turn signal ................................. 108
Tyre chains ................................ 250
Tyre designations ......................245
Tyre pressure ............................ 245
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................. 113, 246
Tyre pressures ........................... 283
Tyre repair kit ............................. 250
U Ultrasonic parking assist ...111, 192
Underseat storage .......................66
Upholstery .................................. 264Upshift........................................ 111
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 226
Vehicle checks............................ 222
Vehicle data ................................ 271
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 287
Vehicle detected ahead ..............114
Vehicle dimensions .................... 281
Vehicle Identification Number ....269
Vehicle jack ................................ 244
Vehicle messages .....................121
Vehicle personalisation .............128
Vehicle security ............................ 25
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 221
Vehicle tools ............................... 244
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 279
Ventilation ................................... 148
W
Warning chimes .........................124
Warning lights ............................. 102
Warning triangle .......................... 90
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 225
Wheel changing .........................253Wheel covers ............................. 249
Wheels and tyres .......................245
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30 Windscreen wiper/washer ...........96
Winter tyres ............................... 245
Wiper blade replacement ..........228