56StorageStorageStorage compartments................56
Load compartment .......................68
Roof rack system .........................71
Loading information .....................71Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise vehicle
occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the
event of hard braking, a sudden
change in direction or an accident.
Instrument panel storage
Console net
Located in the front passenger foot
well.
Coin storage
Pull handle to open. Push door firmly
to close.
Card holder
Located above the coin storage
compartment. A card can be retained in the slot for convenient use.
Storage71Roof rack system
Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoiddamage to the roof, the vehicle
approved roof rack system is
recommended. For further
information contact a workshop.
Fasten the roof rack to the roof rails following the instructions that
accompany the system, ensuring that
the roof load is evenly distributed over the side or cross rails.
Loads must not be placed on the roof
surface. To prevent damage or loss,
check frequently that roof loads are
securely fastened.
Driving with a roof load affects the
vehicle centre of gravity; drive
carefully in crosswinds and do not
drive at high speeds.
Remove the roof rack when not in use.Loading information
■ Heavy objects in the load compartment should be evenly
distributed and placed as far
forward as possible. Ensure the
backrests are securely engaged. If
objects can be stacked, the heavier
objects should be placed at the bottom.
With rear seats in the folded
position, objects must not be
stacked higher than the seat
backrests.
■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes 3 70.
■ Secure loose objects in the load compartment, e.g. with a luggage
floor net, to prevent sliding.
■ When transporting objects in the load compartment, the backrests ofthe rear seats must not be angled
forward.
■ Do not allow the load to protrude above the upper edge of the
backrests.■ Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or the
instrument panel, and do not cover
the sensor on top of the instrument
panel.
■ The load must not obstruct the operation of the pedals, electrical
parking brake and gear selector, or hinder the freedom of movement ofthe driver. Do not place any
unsecured objects in the interior.
■ Do not drive with an open load compartment.9 Warning
Always make sure that the load in
the vehicle is securely stowed.
Otherwise objects can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and
cause personal injury or damage
to the load or vehicle.
■ The payload is the difference between the permitted gross
vehicle weight (see identification
plate 3 201) and the EC kerb
weight.
72Storage
To calculate the EC kerb weight,
enter the data for your vehicle in the
Weights table at the front of this
manual.
The EC kerb weight includes
weights for the driver (68 kg),
luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank
90 % full).
Optional equipment and
accessories increase the kerb
weight.
■ Driving with a roof load increases the sensitivity of the vehicle to
cross-winds and has a detrimental
effect on vehicle handling due to the vehicle's higher centre of
gravity. Distribute the load evenly
and secure it properly with retaining
straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and
vehicle speed according to the load conditions. Check and retighten the
straps frequently.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph.
The permissible roof load is
100 kg. The roof load is the
combined weight of the roof rack
and the load.
194Vehicle care
The towing eye must only be used fortowing and not for recovering a
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
To prevent damage, do not take up slack in the tow rope too quickly.
After towing, unscrew the rear towing
eye attachment clockwise to remove,
and reinstall the cover.
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 car 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.If using a car wash, comply with the
car wash manufacturer's instructions.
The windscreen wiper and rear
window wiper must be switched off.
Remove antenna and external
accessories such as roof racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Technical data207Vehicle weight
Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment
Manual transmission / Automatic transmission.EngineAll-wheel driveFront-wheel driveA 24 XF1825-1885 / 1845-19051750-1810 / -A 30 XF- / 1875-1935- / -A 22 DM1911-1971 / 1936-19961836-1896 / 1861-1921A 22 DMH1911-1971 / 1936-1996- / -
Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.
Loading information 3 71.
Vehicle dimensionsLength [mm]4596Width [mm]1850Height with roof rails [mm]1761Height without roof rails [mm]1717Wheelbase [mm]2707Track width [mm]
Front1569
219
NNew vehicle running-in ..............124
Number plate light .....................166
O Object detection systems ...........143
Octane rating .............................. 205
Odometer ..................................... 80
Oil ............................................... 154
Oil, engine .......................... 198, 202
Oil life monitor............................... 89
Outside temperature ....................76
Overrun cut-off ........................... 125
P Parking ................................ 17, 127
Parking assist ............................ 143
Parking brake ....................... 86, 137
Parking lights ............................. 110
Particulate filter ........................... 128
Performance .............................. 206
Performing work ........................153
Pollen filter ................................. 121
Power outlets .......................... 58, 78
Power seat adjustment .................38
Power steering ............................. 87 Power steering fluid ....................156
Power windows ............................ 30
Preheating ................................... 88
Puncture ..................................... 186R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 214
Radio remote control ...................20
Rain sensor .................................. 74
Reading lights ............................ 112
Rear carrier system ......................58
Rear floor storage cover ..............69
Rear fog light ............................... 91
Rear fog lights ........................... 110
Rear seats ............................. 39, 40
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 76
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 198, 202
Reduced engine power ................90
Refuelling ................................... 146
Remote control ............................. 20
Reversing lights .........................110
Roof .............................................. 32
Roof load ...................................... 71
Roof rack ..................................... 71
S
Safety belts ................................... 41
Seat adjustment ....................... 6, 36 Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder ..................42, 84
Seat belts ..................................... 41
Seat folding .................................. 37Seat heating ................................. 39
Seat position ................................ 35
Selector lever ............................. 130
Service ............................... 121, 197
Service display ......................81, 89
Service information ....................197
Service vehicle soon .................... 85
Side airbag system ......................48
Sidelights .................................... 106
Side turn signal lights ................166
Spare wheel ............................... 189
Speedometer ............................... 80
Speed warning.............................. 91
Starting and operating ................124
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................124
Steering ...................................... 123
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 73
Steering wheel controls ...............73
Stop-start system........................ 125
Storage ......................................... 56
Storage compartments .................56
Sunglasses storage .....................57
Sunroof ........................................ 32
Sunvisor lights ........................... 113
Sun visors .................................... 32
Symbols ......................................... 4