Raising the vehicleFig. 347
Jacking points for the jack
Fig. 348
Attach lifting jack
Before the vehicle is raised, the safety instructions must be observed »
.
Use the jack from the tool kit to raise the vehicle. Position the jack at the jack-
ing point closest to the flat tyre.
The runner connectors for the jack are located directly below the marking on
the lower loading edge of the vehicle » Fig. 347.
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Insert the crank
5
into the mount on the jack
4
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Support the base plate of the jack with its full area resting on level ground
and ensure that the jack is located in a vertical position at the jacking point
» Fig. 348 -
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Use the crank to raise the jack until its claw encloses the bar
» Fig. 348 -
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Continue to lift the vehicle until the wheel is just off the floor.
WARNINGObserve the following instructions, otherwise there is risk of injury.■Secure the vehicle from unexpectedly rolling away.■
Always ensure the base plate of the lifting jack cannot slip.
■ Provide a wide and stable base under the jack on loose surfaces (e.g.
such as gravel). ■ Create a non-slip base (e.g. a rubber floor mat) under the jack on a
smooth surface (e.g. cobblestones).
■
Always raise the vehicle with the doors closed.
■
Never position any body parts, such as arms or legs, under the vehicle,
while the vehicle is raised with a lifting jack.
■
When the vehicle is raised, never start the engine.
CAUTION
It is important to ensure that the jack is correctly attached to the bar of the
lower beam, as otherwise there is a risk of damage to the vehicle.
Puncture repair kit
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Description of puncture repair kit
296
Preparing to use the puncture repair kit
296
Sealing and inflating tyres
296
Information for driving with repaired tyres
297
The following information applies to the factory-fitted puncture repair kit.
Use the puncture repair kit to seal tyre punctures with a diameter of up to
about 4 mm.
Performing a repair with the breakdown kit not at all intended to replace a
permanent repair on the tyre. Its purpose is to get you to the nearest specialist
garage.
Immediately replace the tyre that was repaired using the puncture repair kit, or
consult a specialist garage about repair options.
Do not remove foreign bodies which have penetrated into the tyre (e.g. nails etc.).
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