156Driving and operatingTrailer hitch
General information
Only use towing equipment that has
been approved for your vehicle.
Entrust retrofitting of towing
equipment to a workshop. It may be
necessary to make changes that
affect the cooling system, heat
shields or other equipment.
Fitting of towing equipment could
cover the opening of the towing eye.
If this is the case, use the coupling ball
bar for towing. Always keep the
coupling ball bar in the vehicle.
Driving characteristics and
towing tips Before attaching a trailer, lubricate
the coupling ball. However, do not do
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling ball, is being used to reduce
snaking movements.
For trailers with low driving stability
and caravan trailers with a permitted
gross vehicle weight of more than1000 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 3 215.
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 loads apply 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
3 205.
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,
Vehicle care165
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -40 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up use a 1:1 mixture of
released coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
Power steering fluid
Caution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not
work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or
from entering the reservoir.
Power steering fluid level normally
does not need to be checked. If an
unusual noise sounds during steering or the power steering reacts
conspicuously, seek the assistance of
a workshop.
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Mini Fuses
No.Circuit1Body control module2Body control module3Body control module4Body control module5Body control module6Body control module7Body control module8Body control module9Ignition switch10Safety diagnosis module11Data link connector12Climate control13Tailgate14Park assist15Lane departure warning, Interior
mirror16Adaptive forward lightingNo.Circuit17Power window driver18Rain sensor19Body control module, Regulated
voltage control20Steering wheel21AC accessory power outlet/
Automatic transmission22Cigarette lighter/DC accessory
power outlet23Spare24Spare25Spare26Spare27Instrument panel cluster/Auxil‐
iary heater/Clutch switch28Adaptive forward lighting/
Voltage converter/Headlamp
switch29Spare
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No.Circuit1Seat, lumbar support, driver2Seat, lumbar support,
passenger3Amplifier4Trailer socket5All-wheel drive6Spare7LPG system8Spare9Spare10Spare11Trailer control module12Spare13Heated steering wheel14Trailer socket15Spare16Water in fuel sensorNo.Circuit17Interior mirror/Rear view
camera18LPG system
S/B Fuses
No.Circuit1Power seat driver2Power seat passenger3Trailer control module4Voltage converter5Battery6Headlight washer7Spare8Spare9SpareVehicle tools
Tools
Vehicles with tyre repair kit
The tools and tyre repair kit are in the
right side of the load compartment.
3 187.
Vehicle care187Tyre chains
Use tyre chains only on front wheels.
9Warning
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of
size 195/70 R16.
Always use fine mesh chains suitable
for sport utility vehicles that add no
more than 12 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides (including chain
lock).
On tyres of size 215/55 R18, special
snow chains are only permitted when
they are designed with a rotating
chain belt on the tyre tread, no chain
links on the wheel inboard sides and
the chains add no more than 12 mm
to the tyre tread. For further
information regarding correct snow
chain usage for this tyre size, contact a specialized vehicle parts dealer or
snow chain manufacturer.
Tyre chains are not permitted on tyres of size 205/70 R16, 215/65 R16,
215/60 R17 and 225/45 R19.
The use of tyre chains is not permitted
on the temporary spare wheel.
Tyre repair kit
Minor damage to the tyre tread can be
repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies from
the tyres.
Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that
is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit.9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If you have a flat tyre:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first gear, reverse gear or P.
The tyre repair kit is located in the
right side of rear compartment.
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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
Disengage cap by using a
screwdriver and remove.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 180.
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.
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Head restraints ............................ 33
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 30
Heated steering wheel .................73
Heating ........................................ 37
Heating and ventilation system . 114
High beam ........................... 88, 105
Hill start assist ........................... 134
Horn ....................................... 13, 73
I
Identification plate .....................205
Ignition switch positions .............122
Immobiliser ............................ 26, 88
Indicators ...................................... 79
Information displays...................... 90
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument panel fuse box .........177
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 111
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............54
Interior care ............................... 200
Interior lighting ............................ 111
Interior lights ...................... 111, 175
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Interruption of power supply ......130
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....52J
Jump starting ............................. 194
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L Lane departure warning .......86, 148
Lashing eyes ............................... 69
Lighting features .........................112
Light switch ................................ 104
Load compartment ................24, 66
Load compartment cover .............68
Load compartment fuse box ......179
Loading information .....................70
Low fuel ....................................... 88
M
Malfunction indicator light ............85
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 129
Manual transmission .................. 131
Manual windows ..........................29
Memorised settings ......................21
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................110N
New vehicle running-in ..............122
Number plate light .....................174
O
Object detection systems ...........142
Odometer ..................................... 79
Oil, engine .......................... 203, 207
Operate pedal ............................... 85
Outside temperature ....................76
Overrun cut-off ........................... 123
P Parking ................................ 17, 125
Parking assist ............................ 142
Parking brake ............................ 133
Particulate filter ........................... 126
Performance .............................. 211
Performing work ........................162
Pollen filter ................................. 119
Power outlets ............................... 78
Power steering.............................. 86
Power steering fluid ....................165
Power windows ............................ 29
Preheating ................................... 87
Puncture ..................................... 190
225
RRadio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 220
Radio remote control ...................20
Reading lights ............................ 112
Rear carrier system ......................57
Rear floor storage cover ..............68
Rear fog light ....................... 89, 110
Rear view camera ...................... 143
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 75
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 203, 207
Refuelling ................................... 152
Reversing lights .........................110
Ride control systems ..................134
Roof .............................................. 31
Roof load ...................................... 70
Roof rack ..................................... 70
S Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 35
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................84
Seat belts ..................................... 38
Seat position ................................ 34
Selector lever ............................. 128
Service ....................................... 120
Service display ............................ 81
Service information ....................202Service vehicle soon .................... 85
Side airbag system ......................45
Side turn signal lights ................174
Spare wheel ............................... 192
Speed limiter............................... 138
Speedometer ............................... 79
Starting and operating ................122
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................122
Steering ...................................... 121
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 72
Steering wheel controls ...............72
Stop-start system........................ 123
Storage compartments .................54
Sunglasses storage .....................56
Sunroof ........................................ 31
Sunvisor lights ........................... 112
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 79
Tail lights ................................... 172
Three-point seat belt .................... 39
Tools .......................................... 180
Top-tether fastening eyes ............53
Tow bar....................................... 156
Towing ................................ 156, 196
Towing another vehicle .............197
Towing equipment .....................157Towing hitch installation
dimensions ............................. 216
Towing the vehicle .....................196
Traction Control system ............. 134
Traction Control system off........... 87
Traffic sign assistant ...................145
Trailer towing ............................. 156
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................128
Tread depth ............................... 185
Trip computer .............................. 97
Trip odometer .............................. 79
Turn and lane-change signals ...109
Turn signal ................................... 84
Tyre chains ................................ 187
Tyre designations ......................181
Tyre pressure ............................ 182
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 87, 182
Tyre pressures ........................... 215
Tyre repair kit ............................. 187
Tyres .......................................... 181
U Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 86, 142
Underseat storage .......................56
Upholstery .................................. 200
Upshift .......................................... 86
Using this manual ..........................3