228Vehicle care
Screw in the towing eye anticlockwise
as far as it will go until it stops in a
horizontal position.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
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.
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, when soft top is closed.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards, not faster than 50 mph nor further than 60 miles. In all other
cases and when the transmission is
defective, the front axle must be
raised off the ground.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye
clockwise.
Insert cap at the top and engage
downwards.
Towing another vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
lower bend of the cap. Release the
cap by carefully moving the
screwdriver downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the
vehicle tools 3 209.
230Vehicle careWax painted parts of the vehicleregularly.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint and fabric damage.
If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wiper must be switched off. Remove
additional antenna and external
accessories.
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.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damage.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Caution
After washing or cleaning, the softtop must be completely dried
before opening. If a wet soft top
remains opened for a longer time,
it would be damaged by water
spotting and mould growth.
When cleaning with a high-pressure
jet cleaner ensure a minimum
distance of 30 cm to the rear brand
emblem to prevent unintended
unlocking.
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.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
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 painted parts of 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.
Soft top as well as plastic body parts
must not be treated with wax or
polishing agents.
Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner and insect remover.
Vehicle care231When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.
Remove dirt residues from smearing wiper blades by using a soft cloth and
window cleaner. Also make sure to
remove any residues such as wax,
insect residues and similar from the
window.
Ice residues, pollution and continuous wiping on dry windows will damage or
even destroy the wiper blades.
Wheels and tyres Do not use high-pressure jet
cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.Paintwork damage
Rectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.
Have more extensive damage or rust areas repaired by a workshop.
Underbody
Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other critical areas have a durable
protective wax coating.
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.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.Interior care
Interior and upholstery Only 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.
Technical data245Height (without antenna) [mm]1443Height max. when operating soft top [mm]2103Length of load compartment floor [mm]1121Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm]1818Load compartment width [mm]978Load compartment height [mm] with opened soft top246Load compartment height [mm] with closed soft top453Wheelbase [mm]2695Turning circle diameter [m]12.2
248Technical dataComfort with up to 3 peopleECO with up to 3 peopleWith full loadEngineTyresfrontrearfrontrearfrontrear[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])[kPa/bar]
([psi])A20DTH,
B20DTH,
A20DTR235/55 R17,250/2.5 (36)230/2.3 (34)280/2.8 (41)280/2.8 (41)260/2.6
(38)300/3.0
(44)235/50 R18,245/45 R18,235/45 R19,245/40 R20,225/55 R17AllTemporary spare wheel
125/70 R17420/4.2 (61)420/4.2 (61)––420/4.2
(61)420/4.2
(61)
256IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 188
Active head restraints ...................46
Adaptive forward lighting ....94,
116, 197
AdBlue .................................. 92, 143
Adjustable air vents ...................133
Airbag, belt tensioners and roll bars ........................................... 89
Airbag deactivation ................61, 89
Airbag label................................... 57 Airbag system .............................. 57
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 134
Air conditioning system .............. 126
Air intake .................................... 133
Air vents...................................... 133
Antilock brake system ................ 150
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......91
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Appearance care ........................229
Armrest ......................................... 53
Armrest storage ........................... 70
Ashtrays ....................................... 83
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............113
Automatic locking ........................23
Automatic transmission .............146Autostop..................................... 138
Auxiliary heater ........................... 132
B Battery discharge protection ......124
Battery voltage ........................... 103 BlueInjection ............................... 143
Bonnet ....................................... 189
Brake and clutch fluid .................234
Brake and clutch system .............90
Brake assist ............................... 152
Brake fluid .................................. 193
Brakes ............................... 150, 193
Breakdown.................................. 227
Bulb replacement ....................... 195
C Capacities .................................. 246
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................143
Central locking system ................22
Centre console storage ...............70
Changing tyre and wheel size ...216
Charging system .......................... 89
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 64
Child restraints.............................. 62
Child restraint systems ................62
Cigarette lighter ........................... 82
Climate control ............................. 14
Climate control systems .............125
258Headlight flash ........................... 115
Headlight range adjustment ......115
Headlights................................... 112 Headlights when driving abroad 115
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 45
Heated mirrors ............................. 30
Heated rear window ..................... 33
Heated steering wheel .................77
Heating ........................................ 53
Heating and ventilation system . 125
High beam ........................... 94, 114
High beam assist ..................94, 114
Hill start assist ........................... 153
Horn ....................................... 13, 78
I Identification plate .....................236
Ignition switch positions .............137
Immobiliser ............................ 28, 93
Indicators ...................................... 83
Information displays...................... 95
Instrument cluster ........................83
Instrument panel fuse box .........206
Instrument panel illumination .....203
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 121
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interactive driving system ...........155
Interior care ............................... 231Interior lighting............................ 121
Interior lights ...................... 122, 203
Interior mirrors .............................. 30
Interruption of power supply ......149
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....67
J Jump starting ............................. 226
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lane departure warning .......91, 177
Lashing eyes ............................... 74
Light switch ................................ 112
Load compartment ................24, 71
Load compartment fuse box ......207
Loading information .....................75
Low fuel ....................................... 93
M
Malfunction indicator light ............90
Manual anti-dazzle ......................30
Manual mode ............................. 148
Manual seat adjustment ...............48
Manual transmission .................. 149
Memorised settings ......................21Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................121
N
New vehicle running-in ..............137
Number plate light .....................202
O Object detection systems ...........163
Odometer ..................................... 83
Oil, engine .......................... 234, 238
OnStar ........................................ 107
Operate pedal ............................... 90
Outside temperature ....................80
Overrun cut-off ........................... 138
P Parking ................................ 17, 140
Parking assist ............................ 163
Parking brake ............................ 151
Parking lights ............................. 121
Particulate filter ........................... 142
Performance .............................. 242
Performing work ........................189
Pollen filter ................................. 133
Power outlets ............................... 82
Power seat adjustment ................51
Power steering.............................. 91
Power windows ............................ 31
Preheating ................................... 92
Puncture ..................................... 220
259QQuickheat ................................... 132
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 255
Radio remote control ...................20
Reading lights ............................ 122
Rear floor storage cover ..............73
Rear fog light ............................... 94
Rear fog lights ........................... 120
Rear storage ................................. 73
Rear view camera ...................... 171
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 234, 238
Refuelling ................................... 179
Retained power off .....................137
Reversing lights .........................121
Ride control systems ..................153
Rollover protection system ...........43
S Seat adjustment ............................. 7
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................89
Seat belts ..................................... 54
Seat folding .................................. 50
Seat heating ................................. 53
Seat position ................................ 47
Seat ventilation ............................. 53
Selective catalytic reduction .......143Selector lever ............................. 147
Service ............................... 134, 233
Service display ............................ 85
Service information ....................233
Side airbag system ......................61
Side blind spot alert ....................170
Sidelights .................................... 112
Side turn signal lights ................202
Soft top ........................................ 34
Software acknowledgement .......252
Spare wheel ............................... 222
Speed limiter............................... 158
Speedometer ............................... 83
Starting and operating ................137
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................137
Steering ...................................... 136
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 77
Steering wheel controls ...............77
Stop-start system........................ 138
Storage ......................................... 68
Storage compartments .................68
Sunvisor lights ........................... 122
Sun visors .................................... 33
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachometer ................................. 84
Tail lights ................................... 200
Three-point seat belt .................... 55Tools .......................................... 209
Top-tether fastening eyes ............67
Tow bar....................................... 181
Towing ................................ 181, 227
Towing another vehicle .............228
Towing equipment .....................183
Towing the vehicle .....................227
Traction Control system ............. 153
Traction Control system off........... 92
Traffic sign assistant ...................173
Trailer coupling ........................... 181
Trailer towing ............................. 182
Transmission ............................... 15
Transmission display .................146
Tread depth ............................... 215
Trip odometer .............................. 84
Turn and lane-change signals ...120
Turn signal ................................... 88
Tyre chains ................................ 216
Tyre designations ......................210
Tyre pressure ............................ 214
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 93, 211
Tyre pressures ........................... 247
Tyre repair kit ............................. 217
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 163
Upholstery .................................. 231