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172Driving and operating
The permitted trailer loads apply up tothe 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 plate3 226.
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 (55 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Always aim for the maximum load,especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
Rear axle load When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded, the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) for passenger vehicles
may be exceeded by 70 kg for the 5-
door vehicle and 60 kg for the 3-door vehicle, the gross vehicle weight
rating by 55 kg.
If the permitted rear axle load is
exceeded a maximum speed of
60 mph applies. If lower national
maximum speeds are specified for
trailer operation, they must be
complied with.
Towing equipmentCaution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.
Stowage of coupling ball bar
The coupling ball bar is stowed in a
bag in the spare wheel well and
secured to the lashing eyes in the
load compartment.
When inserting, fit protective cap over
rotary knob with key.
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226Technical dataIdentification plate
The identification plate is located on
the left door frame.
Information on identification label:1=manufacturer2=type approval number3=vehicle Identification Number4=permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg5=permissible gross train weight
in kg6=maximum permissible front axle
load in kg7=maximum permissible rear axle
load in kg8=vehicle-specific or country-
specific data
The combined total of front and rear
axle loads must not exceed the
permissible gross vehicle weight. For
example, if the front axle is bearing its
maximum permissible load, the rear
axle can only bear a load that is equal
to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load.
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European
Community standards. We reserve
the right to make modifications.
Specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority over
those given in this manual.
Engine identification The technical data tables show the
engine identifier code. Engine data
3 230.
To identify the respective engine,
refer to the engine power in the EEC
Certificate of Conformity provided
with your vehicle or other national
registration documents.
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232Technical dataPerformanceEngineB10XFLB10XFTB12XELB14XEJB14XELB14NEJMaximum speed4)
[mph]Manual transmission112122101104109115Manual transmission automated––––109–Automatic transmission––––106–4) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum
speed of the vehicle.EngineB13DTCB13DTEMaximum speed 5)
[mph]Manual transmission102113Manual transmission automated–Automatic transmission––5) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum
speed of the vehicle.
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Technical data233Vehicle weight
Kerb weight, 5-door vehicle, basic model without any optional equipmentEngineManual transmissionManual transmission automatedAutomatic transmissionwithout / with air conditioning
[kg]B10XFL1199 / 1214––B10XFT1199 / 1214––B12XEL1163 / 1178––B14XEJ1163 / 1178––B14XEL1163 / 11781163 / 11781199 / 1214B14NEJ1237 / 1252––without / with air conditioning
[kg]B13DTC1237 / 1252––B13DTE1237 / 1331––
Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.
Loading information 3 72.
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234Technical data
Kerb weight, 3-door vehicle, basic model without any optional equipmentEngineManual transmissionManual transmission automatedAutomatic transmissionwithout / with air conditioning
[kg]B10XFL1163 / 1178––B10XFT1163 / 1178––B12XEL1120 / 1135––B14XEJ1141 / 1156––B14XEL1141 / 11561141 / 11561163 / 1178B14NEJ1199 / 1214––without/with air conditioning
[kg]B13DTC1199 / 1214––B13DTE1199 / 1214––
Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.
Loading information 3 72.
Vehicle dimensions5-door vehicle3-door vehicleLength [mm]40214021Width without exterior mirrors [mm]17361736Width with two exterior mirrors [mm]19441944
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VVehicle battery ........................... 182
Vehicle checks............................ 177
Vehicle data ................................ 227
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 240
Vehicle detected ahead ................92
Vehicle dimensions .................... 234
Vehicle Identification Number ....225
Vehicle jack ................................ 198
Vehicle messages .....................100
Vehicle personalisation .............103
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 176
Vehicle tools ............................... 198
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 233
Ventilation ................................... 118
W
Warning chimes .........................102
Warning lights ............................... 82
Warning triangle .......................... 70
Washer and wiper systems .........14
Washer fluid ............................... 181
Wheel changing .........................211
Wheel covers ............................. 205
Wheels and tyres .......................199Windows....................................... 29
Windscreen................................... 29 Windscreen wiper/washer ...........76
Winter tyres ............................... 199
Wiper blade replacement ..........184
X Xenon headlights .......................187
Xenon lighting system ................111