266Vehicle care
After the underbody is washed, checkthe 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.
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 tank must be
removed.
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.
Air shutter Clean the shutter system in the front
bumper to maintain correct
functionality.
Interior care Interior and upholsteryOnly 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, like zips or
belts or studded jeans.
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Tools .......................................... 245
Top-tether fastening eyes ............65
Tow bar....................................... 216
Towing ................................ 216, 262
Towing another vehicle .............263
Towing equipment .....................218
Towing the vehicle .....................262
Traction Control system ............. 174
Traction Control system off......... 115
Traffic sign assistant ...................203
Trailer coupling ........................... 216
Trailer stability assist .................220
Trailer towing ............................. 217
Transmission ............................... 17
Transmission display .................167
Tread depth ............................... 250
Trip computer ............................ 128
Trip odometer ............................ 105
Turn and lane-change signals ...143
Turn signal ................................. 111
Tyre chains ................................ 251
Tyre designations ......................245
Tyre pressure ............................ 246
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................. 115, 246
Tyre pressures ........................... 286 Tyre repair kit ............................. 251U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...114, 193
Underseat storage .......................69
Upholstery .................................. 266
Upshift ........................................ 114
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 227
Vehicle checks............................ 222
Vehicle data ................................ 273
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 291
Vehicle detected ahead ..............117
Vehicle dimensions .................... 284
Vehicle Identification Number ....271
Vehicle jack ................................ 245
Vehicle messages .....................124
Vehicle personalisation .............130
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 221
Vehicle tools ............................... 245
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 282
Ventilation ................................... 148
W Warning chimes .........................126
Warning lights ............................. 105Warning triangle .......................... 93
Washer and wiper systems .........15
Washer fluid ............................... 226
Wheel changing .........................254
Wheel covers ............................. 250
Wheels and tyres .......................245
Windows ....................................... 31
Windscreen................................... 31
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........99
Winter tyres ............................... 245
Wiper blade replacement ..........229
