Vehicle care265
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.
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.
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Tools .......................................... 244
Top-tether fastening eyes ............64
Tow bar....................................... 215
Towing ................................ 215, 261
Towing another vehicle .............262
Towing equipment .....................217
Towing the vehicle .....................261
Traction Control system ............. 173
Traction Control system off......... 114
Traffic sign assistant ...................202
Trailer coupling ........................... 215
Trailer stability assist .................219
Trailer towing ............................. 216
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................166
Tread depth ............................... 249
Trip computer ............................ 127
Trip odometer ............................ 104
Turn and lane-change signals ...142
Turn signal ................................. 110
Tyre chains ................................ 250
Tyre designations ......................244
Tyre pressure ............................ 245
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................. 114, 245
Tyre pressures ........................... 285 Tyre repair kit ............................. 250U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...113, 192
Underseat storage .......................68
Upholstery .................................. 265
Upshift ........................................ 113
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 226
Vehicle checks............................ 221
Vehicle data ................................ 272
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 290
Vehicle detected ahead ..............116
Vehicle dimensions .................... 283
Vehicle Identification Number ....270
Vehicle jack ................................ 244
Vehicle messages .....................123
Vehicle personalisation .............129
Vehicle security ............................ 25
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 220
Vehicle tools ............................... 244
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 281
Ventilation ................................... 147
W Warning chimes .........................125
Warning lights ............................. 104Warning triangle .......................... 92
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 225
Wheel changing .........................253
Wheel covers ............................. 249
Wheels and tyres .......................244
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........98
Winter tyres ............................... 244
Wiper blade replacement ..........228
