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Hood and engine compartment09
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Opening and closing the hood
Turn the handle located under the left side of the dash approximately 20-25degrees clockwise to release the hoodlock.
Lift the hood slightly. Press the release control (located under the right front edgeof the hood) to the left, and lift the hood.
WARNING
Check that the hood locks properly when closed.
Engine compartment, overview
Coolant expansion tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Dipstick-engine oil
Filler cap-engine oil
Cover over brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Relay/fuse box
Washer fluid reservoirThe appearance of the engine compartment may vary depending on engine model.
WARNING
The cooling fan (located at the front of the engine compartment, behind the radiator)may start or continue to operate (for up to6 minutes) after the engine has beenswitched off.
WARNING
Before performing any operations in the engine compartment, the ignition shouldalways be completely switched off (inmode
0, see page 87) and there should be
no remote keys in the passenger compart-ment. The gear selector should be in the P
(park) position. If the engine has been run-ning, wait until it has cooled before touch-ing any components in the engine com-partment. The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precau-tions must be followed to prevent injury.Always turn the ignition off when:
• Replacing distributor ignition compo- nents e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
• Do not touch any part of the distributorignition system while the engine is run-ning. This may result in unintendedmovements and body injury.
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NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see page 330.
1. Loosen the cover's four retaining screws(3-4 turns) with a Torx T20 tool (1). The screws should not be removed com-pletely.
2. Push the cover to the side.
3. Remove the cover.Reinstall the cover in the reverse order.
Low beam, Halogen
1. Remove the headlight housing from the vehicle (see page 330).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see page 331).
3. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
5. The guide lug on the new bulb should be straight up when the bulb is inserted into the holder and the bulb should snap intoplace.
6. Put the cover back into position and rein- stall the headlight housing.
High beam, Halogen
1. Remove the headlight housing from the vehicle (see page 330).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see page 331).
3. Remove the bulb by turning it counter- clockwise and pulling it straight out.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket and turn it clockwise to put it in place. It can only be secured in one position.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein- stall the headlight housing.
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Extra high beam1
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 330).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see page 331).
3. Remove the bulb by turning it counter- clockwise and pulling it straight out.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket and turn it clockwise to put it in place. It can only be secured in one position.
6. Put the cover back into position and rein- stall the headlight housing.
Turn signals
1. Remove the headlight housing from thevehicle (see page 330).
2. Remove the cover by pulling it straight out.
3. Pull the holder to access the bulb.
4. Press in the bulb and turn it to remove it from the holder.
5. Press and turn the new bulb into place.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein- stall the headlight housing.
Taillight housing
The bulbs in the taillight cluster are replaced from inside the trunk (not the LED functions).
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see page 330.
1. Remove the covers in the left/right panel to access the bulb holder.
2. Press the catches together and pull out the bulb holder.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pressing it in slightly and it turning counterclockwise before pulling it out.
1Models with optional Active Bending Lights only.
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4. Insert a new bulb, press it in slightly andturn it clockwise.
5. Press the bulb holder back into place and reinstall the cover.
Location of taillight bulbs
Taillight lens, right side
Brake light (LEDs)
Side marker light (LEDs)
Brake light
Parking light (LEDs)
Backup light
Turn signal
Rear fog light
Backup lights
1. Open the panel in the trunk.
2. Remove the bulb holder by turning itcounterclockwise.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pressing it in slightly and turning it counterclockwise before pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb, press it in and turn it clockwise.
5. Reinsert the bulb holder by turning it clockwise.
License plate lighting
1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver.
2. Carefully detach the entire bulb housing and pull it out.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Reinsert the entire bulb housing and tighten the screws.
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11 Index
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Bulbs
headlights........................... 330, 331, 332
introduction......................................... 330
license plate lights.............................. 334
specifications...................................... 335
trunk lighting....................................... 335
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 182
Capacity weight....................................... 301
Catalytic converter................................... 277
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 254
Cell phone voice control.......................... 263
Central locking system, introduction......... 54
Chains...................................................... 304
Check engine light..................................... 79
Check Engine warning light....................... 80Child restraintsrecalls and registration......................... 40
Child restraint systems.............................. 41 booster cushions.................................. 47
convertible seats.................................. 45
infant seats........................................... 43 ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 48
top tether anchors................................ 50
Child safety................................................ 38 booster cushions.................................. 47
child restraint systems.......................... 41
convertible seats.................................. 45
infant seats........................................... 43
Child safety locks...................................... 51
City Safety™............................................ 158
Climate system........................................ 209 air distribution............................. 204, 211
air vents.............................................. 205
Interior Air Quality System.................. 204
introduction......................................... 203
passenger compartment filter............ 204
refrigerant........................................... 203
Clock, setting............................................. 85
Cold weather driving................................ 272
Collision warning system................. 164, 165
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 111
Conserving electrical current................... 271
Controls, center console.......................... 227
Convertible seats....................................... 45
Coolant............................................ 328, 367
Cooling system, general information....... 271 Corner Traction Control........................... 138
Courtesy lighting...................................... 102
Crash event data......................................... 9
Crash mode............................................... 36
Cruise control.................................. 142, 143
adaptive.............................................. 144
Curb weight............................................. 301
Current, conserving................................. 271
D
Daytime running lights............................... 96
Defroster.................................................. 209
Detachable key blade.......................... 60, 63Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 27, 28
Dome lighting........................................... 102
Door mirrors............................................. 108
Driver alert............................................... 172
Driver distraction warning.......................... 13
Driving economically................................ 270
Driving in cold weather............................ 272
Driving through water.............................. 271
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