212Vehicle careWheel changingMake the following preparations and
observe the following information:
■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and
non-skid surface. The front wheels
must be in the straight-ahead
position.
■ Apply the parking brake and engage first gear, reverse gear or
P .
■ Never change more than one wheel
at once.
■ Use the jack only to change wheels
in case of puncture, not for
seasonal winter or summer tyre
change.
■ The jack is maintenance-free.
■ If the ground on which the vehicle is standing is soft, a solid board
(max. 1 cm thick) should be placed
under the jack.
■ Take heavy objects out of the vehicle before jacking up.
■ No people or animals may be in the
vehicle when it is jacked-up.■ Never crawl under a jacked-up vehicle.
■ Do not start the vehicle when it is raised on the jack.
■ Before screwing in the wheel bolts,
clean them and lightly coat the taper of each wheel bolt with
commercially available grease.9 Warning
Do not grease the thread of the
wheel bolt.
1. Steel wheels:
Pull off the wheel cover.
Alloy wheels with bolt caps: Disengage wheel bolt caps with a
screwdriver and remove. To
protect the wheel, place a soft
cloth between the screwdriver
and the alloy wheel.
Alloy wheels with centre cap:
Insert extractor in the open slot of
the centre cap and withdraw the
cap from the wheel. Vehicle tools 3 198.
Vehicle care217
2. After 5 minutes, start the otherengine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of
one minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads
connected.
4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.Towing
Towing the vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
lower part of the cap. Release the cap
by carefully moving the screwdriver
downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 198.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering the
vehicle.
Switch on ignition to release steering wheel lock and to permit operation of
brake lights, horn and windscreen
wiper.
Transmission in neutral.
220Vehicle care
Do not clean the engine compartmentwith a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Exterior lights Headlight and other light covers aremade of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use
an ice scraper, and do not clean them dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax painted parts of the vehicle
regularly (at the latest when water no longer beads). Otherwise, the
paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.Unpainted plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Matt filmed body parts or decor tapes
must not be polished, to avoid
gleaming. Do not use hot wax
programmes in automatic car washes if the vehicle is equipped with these
parts.
Matt painted decor parts, e.g. mirror
housing cover, must not be polished.
Otherwise these parts would become agleam or the colour would be
dissolved.
Windows and windscreen wiper blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.
Remove dirt residues from smearing
wiper blades by using a soft cloth and window cleaner. Also make sure to
remove any residues such as wax,
insect residues and similar from the
window.
Ice residues, pollution and continuous
wiping on dry windows will damage or even destroy the wiper blades.
Sunroof
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing
agents to the sunroof.
Wheels and tyres Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
Vehicle care221
Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha 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.
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.
Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only 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.Clothing fabrics may not be
colourfast. This could cause visible
discolourations, especially on light- coloured upholstery. Removable
stains and discolourations should be
cleaned as soon as possible.
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
Plastic and rubber parts
Plastic and rubber parts can be
cleaned with the same cleaner as
used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high-
pressure jet cleaners.
242IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 176
Adjustable air vents ...................126
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........88
Airbag deactivation ................46, 88
Airbag label................................... 41 Airbag system .............................. 41
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 127
Air conditioning system .............. 119
Air intake .................................... 127
Air vents...................................... 126
Antilock brake system ................ 143
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......89
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Appearance care ........................219
Ashtrays ....................................... 81
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................29
Automatic light control ...............109
Automatic locking ........................24
Automatic transmission .............136
Autostop ....................................... 92
B Battery discharge protection ......117
Battery voltage ........................... 103 Belts.............................................. 38Bicycle rack .................................. 58
Bonnet ....................................... 178
Brake and clutch fluid .................223
Brake and clutch system .............89
Brake assist ............................... 144
Brake fluid .................................. 181
Brakes ............................... 143, 181
Breakdown.................................. 217
Bulb replacement ....................... 184
C Capacities .................................. 236
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................135
Central locking system ................22
Centre high-mounted brake light 192
Changing tyre and wheel size ...205
Charging system .......................... 88
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 50
Child restraints.............................. 48
Child restraint systems ................48
Cigarette lighter ........................... 81
City mode ................................... 146
Climate control ............................. 15 Climate control systems .............118
Clock ............................................ 79
Code ........................................... 100
Colour-Info-Display .......................98
243
Control indicators.......................... 85
Control of the vehicle .................128
Controls ........................................ 74
Convex shape .............................. 28
Coolant and antifreeze ...............223
Corner lighting ............................ 111
Cruise control ...................... 92, 147
Cupholders .................................. 56
Curtain airbag system .................. 46
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3
Daytime running lights ...............110
Declaration of conformity ............239
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......184
Diesel particle filter ...............91, 134
Door open .................................... 93
Doors ............................................ 25
Driver assistance systems ..........147
Driver Information Centre .............93
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 171
Driving hints ................................ 128
E Easy entry..................................... 37
Electric adjustment ......................28
Electrical system......................... 193
Electronic climate control system 121Electronic driving programmes .
........................................ 138, 142
Electronic Stability Control.......... 145
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............90
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......177
Engine compartment fuse box ...194
Engine coolant ........................... 180
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 84
Engine data ............................... 230
Engine exhaust .......................... 134
Engine identification ...................226
Engine oil ................... 178, 223, 227
Engine oil pressure ......................91
Entry lighting .............................. 116
Event data recorders ..................240
Exit lighting ................................ 116
Exterior care .............................. 219
Exterior light ................................. 92
Exterior lighting ....................12, 108
Exterior mirrors ............................. 28
F
Fault ................................... 138, 143
First aid ......................................... 71
First aid kit ................................... 71
Fixed air vents ........................... 126
Flex-Fix system ............................ 58
Fog light ....................................... 92Fog lights ................................... 188
Folding mirrors ............................. 28
Following distance indication ......152
Forward collision alert................. 150
Front airbag system .....................44
Front fog lights ........................... 113
Front seats.................................... 35
Front storage ................................ 57
Front turn signal lights ...............188
Fuel............................................. 168
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 170
Fuel for diesel engines ..............169
Fuel for petrol engines ...............168
Fuel gauge ................................... 83
Fuses ......................................... 193
G Gauges ......................................... 82
Gear shifting ................................. 89
General information ...................171
Glovebox ..................................... 56
Graphic-Info-Display .....................99
H
Halogen headlights ....................184
Hand brake ......................... 143, 144
Hazard warning flashers ............112
Headlight flash ........................... 109
Headlight range adjustment ......110
244
Headlights................................... 108Headlights when driving abroad 110
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 34
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 31
Heated steering wheel .................75
Heated windscreen .......................31
Heating ........................................ 38
Heating and ventilation system . 118
High beam ........................... 92, 109
High beam assist ..................92, 111
Hill start assist ........................... 144
Horn ....................................... 13, 75
I
Identification plate .....................226
Ignition switch positions .............129
Immobiliser ............................ 27, 92
Indicators ...................................... 82
Information displays...................... 93
Instrument cluster ........................82
Instrument panel fuse box .........196
Instrument panel illumination .....192
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 114
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 221
Interior lighting ............................ 114
Interior lights ...................... 114, 192Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Interruption of power supply ......138
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....54
J
Jump starting ............................. 215
K Key, memorised settings ..............22
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane departure warning .......90, 167
Lashing eyes ............................... 70
Light switch ................................ 108
Load compartment ................25, 67
Load compartment cover .............69
Loading information .....................72
Low fuel ....................................... 92
M Malfunction indicator light ............88
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode .....................137, 142
Manual transmission .................. 139
Manual transmission automated 140
Manual windows ..........................29
Memorised settings ......................22Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................114
N
New vehicle running-in ..............129
Number plate light .....................192
O Object detection systems ...........153
Odometer ..................................... 82
Oil, engine .......................... 223, 227
Operate pedal ............................... 89
Outside temperature ....................78
Overrun cut-off ........................... 131
P Parking ................................ 18, 133
Parking assist ............................ 153
Parking brake ............................ 144
Parking lights ............................. 113
Particulate filter ........................... 134
Performance .............................. 232
Performing work ........................177
Pollen filter ................................. 127
Power outlets ............................... 81
Power steering.............................. 89
Power windows ............................ 30
Preheating ................................... 90
Puncture ..................................... 212
245
RRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 241
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 116
Rear carrier system ......................58
Rear floor storage cover ..............69
Rear fog light ............................... 92
Rear fog lights ........................... 113
Rear view camera ...................... 162
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 77 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 223, 227
Reduced engine power ................92
Refuelling ................................... 169
Retained power off .....................129
Reversing lights .........................114
Ride control systems ..................145
Roof .............................................. 32
Roof load ...................................... 72
Roof rack ..................................... 71
S Safety belts ................................... 38
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 36
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................87
Seat belts ..................................... 38
Seat folding .................................. 37Seat position ................................ 35
Selector lever ..................... 136, 141
Service ....................................... 127
Service display ............................ 84
Service information ....................222
Service vehicle soon .................... 89
Side airbag system ......................45
Side blind spot alert ....................161
Sidelights .................................... 108
Side turn signal lights ................191
Spare wheel ............................... 214
Speed limiter......................... 93, 149
Speedometer ............................... 82
Starting and operating ................129
Starting off ................................... 17
Starting the engine ............130, 140
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 74
Steering wheel controls ...............74
Stop-start system........................ 131
Storage ......................................... 56
Storage compartments .................56
Sunroof ........................................ 32
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 83
Tail lights ................................... 189
Three-point seat belt .................... 39
Tools .......................................... 198Top-tether fastening eyes ............54
Tow bar....................................... 171
Towing ................................ 171, 217
Towing another vehicle .............218
Towing equipment .....................172
Towing the vehicle .....................217
Traction Control system ............. 145
Traffic sign assistant .............93, 164
Trailer coupling ........................... 171
Trailer stability assist .................175
Trailer towing ............................. 171
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .........136, 140
Tread depth ............................... 204
Trip odometer .............................. 82
Turn and lane-change signals ...112
Turn signal ................................... 87
Tyre chains ................................ 206
Tyre designations ......................199
Tyre pressure ............................ 199
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 91, 200
Tyre pressures ........................... 237
Tyre repair kit ............................. 206
U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 90, 153
Underseat storage .......................58
Upholstery .................................. 221
Using this manual ..........................3