164Vehicle careAppearance careExterior care
Locks The locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, as this has a
degreasing effect and impairs lock function. After using a de-icing agent, have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
Washing The paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences. Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper must be
switched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
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.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
Do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
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.
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 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.
Plastic body parts must not be treated
with wax or polishing agents.
182IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 132
Adjustable air vents ...................105
Airbag activation ........................... 85
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........77
Airbag deactivation ..........49, 78, 85
Airbag label................................... 44 Airbag system .............................. 44
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 106
Air conditioning system .............. 102
Air intake .................................... 106
Air vents...................................... 105
Alert .............................................. 90
Antilock brake system ................ 119
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......79
Anti-Slip Regulator (ASR) ...........121
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Anti-theft security lock ..................21
Appearance care ........................164
Armrest ......................................... 36
Ashtrays ....................................... 70
ASR (Anti-Slip Regulator) ...........121
Audible warning chimes................ 90
Autoclose ...................................... 85
Automatic fuel cut-off ............91, 109
Automatic locking .........................85B
Battery discharge protection ......100
Belts.............................................. 41
Bonnet ....................................... 134
Brake and clutch fluid .................168
Brake assist ............................... 120
Brake fluid .................................. 137
Brake pad wear ............................ 79
Brakes ............................... 119, 137
Brake system ............................... 79
Breakdown.................................. 162
Bulb replacement ....................... 140
C Capacities .................................. 178
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................114
Central locking system ................21
Centre high-mounted brake light 143
Change engine oil .......................82
Changing tyre and wheel size ...153
Charging system .......................... 78
Child locks ................................... 23
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 52
Child restraints.............................. 51
Child restraint systems ................51
Child safety system for rear windows .................................... 29
Chimes ......................................... 90
