Vehicle care157Caution
The towing eye must only be usedfor 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.
Notice
If neutral cannot be selected on
vehicles with manual transmission
automated (MTA), the vehicle must
only be towed with the drive wheels
raised off the ground.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
When the engine is not running,
considerably more force is needed to
brake and steer.
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation and close the
windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace the cap.
Towing another vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
side of the cap. Release the cap by
carefully levering the screwdriver. To
prevent damage it is recommended to place a cloth between the screwdriver
and the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 143.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or even better a tow bar – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering a
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap.
158Vehicle careAppearance 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 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 vehicle
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 vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle 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.
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 are
made 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 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.
Plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing agents.
160Vehicle care
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.
176IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 126
Adjustable air vents ...................100
Airbag activation ........................... 80
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........74
Airbag deactivation ..........45, 74, 80
Airbag label................................... 41 Airbag system .............................. 41
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 101
Air conditioning system ................ 97
Air intake .................................... 101
Air vents...................................... 100
Alert .............................................. 86
Antilock brake system ................ 113
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......75
Anti-Slip Regulator (ASR) ...........115
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Anti-theft security lock ..................21
Appearance care ........................158
Armrest ......................................... 35
Ashtrays ....................................... 67
ASR (Anti-Slip Regulator) ...........115
Audible warning chimes................ 86
Autoclose ...................................... 80
Automatic fuel cut-off ............86, 104
Automatic locking .........................80B
Battery discharge protection ........95
Belts.............................................. 38
Bonnet ....................................... 128
Brake and clutch fluid .................162
Brake assist ............................... 114
Brake fluid .................................. 131
Brake pad wear ............................ 75
Brakes ............................... 113, 131
Brake system ............................... 75
Breakdown.................................. 156
Bulb replacement ....................... 133
C
Capacities .................................. 171
Car Pass ...................................... 19
Catalytic converter .....................108
Central locking system ................21
Centre high-mounted brake light 137
Change engine oil .......................78
Changing tyre and wheel size ...147
Charging system .......................... 74
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 49
Child restraints.............................. 47
Child restraint systems ................47
Child safety system for rear windows .................................... 29
177
Chimes......................................... 86
Cigarette lighter ........................... 67
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems ...............96
Clock....................................... 64, 80
Control indicators.......................... 71
Control of the vehicle .................102
Controls ........................................ 62
Convex shape .............................. 27
Coolant and antifreeze ...............162
Cruise control ...................... 80, 117
Cupholders .................................. 54
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Date .............................................. 80
Daytime running lights ............80, 90
Declaration of conformity ............173
Diesel particle filter ...............77, 108
Distance to next service ...............80
Door locks..................................... 21
Door open .................................... 80
Doors ...................................... 23, 25
Drain fuel filter ............................. 79
Driver assistance systems ..........117
Driver Information Centre .............80
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 124
Driving hints ................................ 102E
Eco mode (E).............................. 112
Electric adjustment ......................27
Electrical system......................... 139
Electronic climate control system 98
Electronic driving programmes ..112
Electronic Stability Program 76, 116
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......127
Engine compartment fuse box ...141
Engine coolant ........................... 129
Engine coolant temperature ........77
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 70
Engine data ............................... 166
Engine exhaust .......................... 108
Engine identification ...................165
Engine oil ................... 128, 162, 165
Engine oil pressure ......................78
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) ................................. 116
Event data recorders ..................173
Extendable load compartment cover ................................... 56, 60
Exterior care .............................. 158
Exterior light ................................. 80
Exterior lighting ......................12, 89
Exterior mirrors ............................. 27F
Fault ........................................... 113
Fixed air vents ........................... 101
Fog light ....................................... 80
Folding ......................................... 28
Folding seats ................................ 55
Front airbag system .....................44
Front fog lights ............................. 91
Front seats.................................... 33
Front turn signal light ..................134
Fuel............................................. 120
Fuel consumption .........................80
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 123
Fuel cut-off system ...............86, 104
Fuel for diesel engines ..............120
Fuel for natural gas operation ...120
Fuel for petrol engines ...............120
Fuel gauge ................................... 68
Fuel selector ................................ 69
Fuel system messages .................86
Fuses ......................................... 139
G
Gauges ......................................... 67
General information ...................124
Generic warning ........................... 73
Glovebox ..................................... 54
Gross Vehicle Weight ...................60
178
HHalogen headlights ....................134
Hand brake ................................. 114
Hazard warning flashers ..............91
Headlight flash ............................. 89
Headlight range adjustment ........90
Headlights..................................... 89
Headlights when driving abroad ..90
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 32
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 31
Heating ........................................ 35
Heating and ventilation system ...96
High beam ............................. 80, 89
Hill start assist ...................... 76, 115
Horn ....................................... 13, 63
I
Identification plate .....................164
Ignition switch positions .............103
Immobiliser ............................ 26, 79
Indicators ...................................... 67
Information displays...................... 80
Initial drive information.................... 6 Instrument cluster ........................67
Instrument panel fuse box .........142
Instrument panel illumination .....139Instrument panel illumination
control ...................................... 92
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............53
Interior care ............................... 159
Interior lighting ........................ 80, 92
Interior lights ........................ 93, 138
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....52
J
Jump starting ............................. 155
K Kerb weight................................... 60Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Language ..................................... 80
Lashing eyes ......................... 59, 60
Light switch .................................. 89
Load compartment ................25, 55
Load compartment cover .............56
Load compartment lighting ...........94
Loading ......................................... 55
Loading information .....................60
Low engine oil level .....................79
Low fuel ....................................... 79M
Malfunction indicator light ............75
Manual adjustment ......................27
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 112
Manual transmission .................. 109
Manual transmission automated 110
Manual windows ..........................29
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .......................92
Multifunction display .....................80
N New vehicle running-in ..............103
Number plate light .....................137
O Object detection systems ...........118
Odometer ..................................... 68
Oil, engine .......................... 162, 165
Operating windows from outside ..29
Outside temperature ....................64
Overhead console .......................54
Overrun cut-off ........................... 105
P Parking ................................ 18, 107
Parking assist ............................ 118
Parking brake ............................ 114
Particulate filter ........................... 108
179
Payload......................................... 60
Performance .............................. 168
Performing work ........................127
Pollen filter ................................. 101
Power outlets ............................... 66
Power steering fluid ....................130
Power windows ............................ 29
Preheating ................................... 77
Puncture ..................................... 150
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 174
Radio info ..................................... 80
Radio remote control ...................20
Rear doors ................................... 23
Rear fog light ............................... 80
Rear fog lights ............................. 92
Rear parcel shelf .......................... 56
Rear seats ............................. 36, 55
Rear storage ................................. 55
Rear windows .............................. 31
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 64
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 162, 165
Refuelling ................................... 121
Reversing lights ........................... 92
Ride control systems ..........115, 116
Roof bars ...................................... 55
Roof load ...................................... 60Roof rack ..................................... 59
Roof racks .................................... 60
S Safety belts ................................... 38
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 33
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................73
Seat belt reminder warning chime 80
Seat belts ..................................... 38
Seat position ................................ 33
Selector lever ............................. 110
Service ............................... 101, 161
Service display ......................70, 80
Service information ....................161
Settings menu............................... 80
Side airbag system ......................45
Sidelights ...................................... 89
Side turn signal lights ................137
Sliding door .................................. 23
Sliding side door ........................... 23
Spare wheel ............................... 152
Speed limit warning chime............ 80
Speedometer ............................... 67
Standard display ........................... 80
Starting and operating ................103
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ............103, 110
Steering ...................................... 102
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 62Steering wheel controls ...............62
Stop-start system.................. 79, 105
Storage ......................................... 53
Storage compartments .................53
Sun visors .................................... 31
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 68
Tailgate ......................................... 25
Tail lights ................................... 136
Temperature ................................. 80
Three-point seat belt .................... 39 Tools .......................................... 143
Top-tether fastening eyes ............52
Towing ................................ 124, 156
Towing another vehicle .............157
Towing the vehicle .....................156
Traction Control system ............. 115
Trailer coupling ........................... 124
Trailer towing ............................. 124
Transmission ......................... 16, 76
Transmission display ...........71, 110
Tread depth ............................... 146
Trip computer ......................... 80, 87
Trip odometer .............................. 68
Turn and lane-change signals .....91
Turn signal ................................... 73
Tyre chains ................................ 147
Tyre designations ......................144
180
Tyre pressure ............................ 144
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 77, 145
Tyre pressures ........................... 172
Tyre repair kit ............................. 148
U Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 76, 118
Underseat storage .......................54
Unit of measurement ....................80
Upholstery .................................. 159
Upshift .......................................... 76
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 131
Vehicle checks............................ 127
Vehicle data ................................ 165
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 173
Vehicle dimensions .................... 170
Vehicle Identification Number ....164
Vehicle jack ................................ 143
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Vehicle shutdown .................86, 104
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 126
Vehicle tools ............................... 143
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 169Ventilation..................................... 96
Volume ......................................... 80
W
Warning chime.............................. 80
Warning chimes ........................... 86
Warning lights ............................... 67
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 130
Wheel changing .........................150
Wheel covers ............................. 147
Wheels and tyres .......................144
Windows ....................................... 29
Windscreen................................... 29
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........63
Winter tyres ............................... 144
Wiper blade replacement ..........132