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Vehicle care163General 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 or
reverse gear or set selector lever
to P. Prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
● Do not apply the parking brake.● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft
alarm system.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Activate the electronics
of the power windows.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.
End-of-life vehicle recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our
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Vehicle care203Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Liquid gas system9 Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas system must be
completely evacuated.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Rear carrier system Clean the rear carrier system with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner
at least once a year.
Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
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.Caution
Close Velcro fasteners as open
Velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery.
The same applies to clothing with
sharp-edged objects, e.g. zips, 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.
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225Control of the vehicle .................124
Controls ........................................ 71
Convex shape .............................. 27
Coolant and antifreeze ...............205
Cruise control ...................... 88, 139
Cupholders .................................. 55
Curtain airbag system .................. 46
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............109
Declaration of conformity ............219
Delayed locking ............................ 23
Descent control system .......85, 138
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......170
Diesel particle filter ...............86, 129
Door open .................................... 88
Doors ............................................ 24
Driver assistance systems ..........139
Driver Information Centre .............88
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 158
Driving hints ................................ 124
E Electric adjustment ......................27
Electrical system......................... 178
Electronic climate control system 118
Electronic driving programmes ..132
Electronic Stability Control.......... 137Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............86
Electronic Stability Control off....... 85 End-of-life vehicle recovery .......163
Engine compartment fuse box ...178
Engine coolant ........................... 166
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 79
Engine data ............................... 212
Engine exhaust .......................... 129
Engine identification ...................208
Engine oil ................... 165, 205, 209
Engine oil pressure ......................86
Entry lighting .............................. 114
Event data recorders ..................223
Exit lighting ................................ 115
Exterior care .............................. 201
Exterior light ................................. 87
Exterior lighting ....................12, 106
Exterior mirrors ............................. 27
F Fault ........................................... 132
First aid kit ................................... 68
Fixed air vents ........................... 121
Flex-Fix system ............................ 56
Fog light ....................................... 88
Fog lights ................................... 174
Folding mirrors ............................. 27
Forward collision alert................. 141Front airbag system .....................45
Front fog lights ........................... 112
Front seats.................................... 35
Front turn signal lights ...............174
Fuel............................................. 151
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 157
Fuel for diesel engines ..............151
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......152
Fuel for petrol engines ...............151
Fuel gauge ................................... 78
Fuel selector ................................ 78
Fuses ......................................... 178
G Gauges ......................................... 77
General information ...................158
Glovebox ..................................... 55
Glove box lighting .......................114
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 92
H
Halogen headlights ....................171
Hand brake ................................. 135
Hazard warning flashers ............111
Headlight flash ........................... 108
Headlight range adjustment ......108
Headlights when driving abroad 108
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 34