126Vehicle careVehicle careGeneral Information...................126
Vehicle checks ........................... 127
Bulb replacement .......................133
Electrical system ........................139
Vehicle tools .............................. 143
Wheels and tyres .......................144
Jump starting ............................. 155
Towing ....................................... 156
Appearance care .......................158General Information
Accessories and vehicle
modifications
We recommend the use of genuine parts and accessories and factory
approved parts specific for your
vehicle type. We cannot assess or
guarantee reliability of other products
- even if they have a regulatory or
otherwise granted approval.
Do not make any modifications to the electrical system, e.g. changes of
electronic control units (chip tuning).Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.
■ Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
■ Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
■ Fill up fuel tank completely.
■ Change the engine oil.
■ Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the coolant antifreeze and corrosion protection.
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
■ Park the vehicle in a dry, well ventilated place. Engage first orreverse gear to prevent the vehicle
from rolling.
■ Do not apply the parking brake.
Vehicle care129Caution
It is the owner's responsibility to
maintain the proper level of an
appropriate quality oil in the
engine.
Insert dipstick to the stop on the
handle and make half a turn.
When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
last change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 171.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant
The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures, the factory filled
coolant provides frost protection
down to approx. -37 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
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If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be between the
MIN and MAX 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
If the fluid level in the reservoir falls
below the MIN mark consult a
workshop.
If an unusual noise sounds during
steering or the power steering reacts
conspicuously, seek the assistance of a workshop.
Washer fluid
Fill with clean water mixed with a
suitable quantity of windscreen
washer fluid which contains
antifreeze.
Caution
Only washer fluid with a sufficient
antifreeze concentration provides
protection at low temperatures or
a sudden drop in temperature.
Service and maintenance163
Additional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information on the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature
viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade 3 165.
All of the recommended viscosity grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze Use only antifreeze approved for the
vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very lowtemperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C. This concentration
should be maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Brake and clutch fluid Over time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should therefore be replaced at the specified interval.
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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