156Vehicle caredamaged. Seek the assistance of
a workshop.
Do not run the compressor longer than 20 minutes.
11. Detach the tyre repair kit.
12. Remove any excess sealant using a cloth.
13. Take the label indicating maximum permitted speed from
the sealant bottle and affix in the
driver's field of view.
14. Continue driving immediately so that sealant is evenly distributedin the tyre. After driving approx.
6 miles (but no more than
10 minutes), stop and check tyre
pressure. Screw compressor air
hose directly onto tyre valve and
compressor when doing this.
If tyre pressure is more than
1.8 bar , set it to the correct value.
Repeat the procedure until there
is no more loss of pressure.
If the tyre pressure has fallen
below 1.8 bar, the vehicle must
not be used. Seek the assistance
of a workshop.
15. Stow away tyre repair kit in load compartment.
Notice
The driving characteristics of the
repaired tyre are severely affected, therefore have this tyre replaced.
If unusual noise is heard or the
compressor becomes hot, turn
compressor off and allow to cool.
Note the expiry date of the kit. After
this date its sealing capability is no
longer guaranteed. Pay attention to
storage information on sealant
bottle.
Replace the used sealant bottle.
Dispose of the bottle as prescribed
by applicable laws.
The compressor and sealant can be
used from approx. -20 °C.
Replacing the sealant canister
To replace the sealant canister: 1. Disconnect the compressor air hose.
158Vehicle care
3.Vehicle jacking points are located
at the front and rear.
4. Set the jack to the necessary height. Position it directly below
the jacking point in a manner that
prevents it from slipping.
With the jack correctly aligned,
rotate until wheel is clear of the
ground.
5. Unscrew the wheel nuts. 6. Change the wheel. Spare wheel 3 158.
7. Screw on the wheel nuts.
8. Lower vehicle.
9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring that it locates securely and tighten
each nut in a crosswise
sequence. Tightening torque is
85 Nm (steel wheel) or 120 Nm
(alloy wheel).
10. Align the valve hole in the wheel cover with the tyre valve before
installing.
Install wheel nut caps.
11. Stow the replaced wheel 3 158
and the vehicle tools 3 149.
12. Check the tyre pressure of the installed tyre and the wheel nut
torque as soon as possible.
Have the defective tyre renewed or
repaired as soon as possible.
Spare wheel Some vehicles are equipped with atyre repair kit 3 154 instead of a spare
wheel.
If mounting a spare wheel which is
different from the other wheels, this
wheel might be classified as a
temporary spare wheel and the
corresponding speed limits apply,
even though no label indicates this.
Seek the assistance of a workshop to
check the applicable speed limit.
162Vehicle care3. Connect the black lead to thenegative terminal of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point,
such as the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect as far away from the discharged
battery as possible, however at
least 60 cm.
Route the leads so that they cannot
catch on rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump.
2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of 1 minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads
connected.4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g. headlights, heated rear
window) of the vehicle receiving
the jump start.
5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads.Towing
Towing the vehicle
Release the cap by carefully lifting
with a screwdriver. To prevent
damage, it is recommended to place
a cloth between the screwdriver and
the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 149.
Screw in the towing eye 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.
Vehicle care163Caution
The towing eye must only be usedfor 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.
Notice
If neutral cannot be selected on
vehicles with manual transmission
automated (MTA), the vehicle must
only be towed with the drive wheels
raised off the ground.
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.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace the cap.
Towing another vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
side of the cap. Release the cap by
carefully levering the screwdriver. To
prevent damage it is recommended to place a cloth between the screwdriver
and the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 149.
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
Attach a tow rope – or even better a tow bar – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering a
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap.
Vehicle care165Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover.
When 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.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.
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.Glass panel
Never clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g.
paint cleaner, acetone-containing
solutions etc.), acidic or highly
alkaline media or abrasive pads. Do
not apply wax or polishing agents to
the glass panel.
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 with
a 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.
Natural gas system
Do not direct the steam jet or high-
pressure jet towards natural gas
system components. It is particularly important to protect the natural gastank and the pressure valves on the
vehicle underbody and the bulkhead in the engine compartment.
These components must not be
treated using chemical cleaners or
preservatives.
Have components of the natural gas
system cleaned by a workshop
authorised to carry out maintenance
of natural gas vehicles.
166Vehicle careTowing 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.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.
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.
183Cigarette lighter ........................... 69
Climate control ............................. 14
Climate control systems .............101
Clock....................................... 67, 85
CNG............................................ 178
Control indicators.......................... 73
Control of the vehicle .................107
Controls ........................................ 65
Convex shape .............................. 27
Coolant and antifreeze ...............168
Cruise control ...................... 84, 122
Cupholders .................................. 57
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Date .............................................. 85
Daytime running lights ............85, 95
Declaration of conformity ............180
DIC ............................................... 85
Diesel particle filter ...............81, 113
Distance to next service ...............85
Door locks..................................... 21
Door open .................................... 84
Doors ................................ 23, 24, 25
Drain fuel filter ............................. 83
Driver assistance systems ..........122
Driver Information Centre .............85
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 130
Driving hints ................................ 107E
Eco mode (E).............................. 118
Electric adjustment ......................28
Electrical system......................... 146
Electronic climate control system 103
Electronic driving programmes ..118
Electronic Stability Control ..80, 121
Electronic Stability Control (ESC). 80
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......133
Engine compartment fuse box ...147
Engine coolant ........................... 136
Engine coolant temperature ........81
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 72
Engine data ............................... 173
Engine exhaust .......................... 113
Engine identification ...................171
Engine oil ...........135, 168, 171, 178
Engine oil pressure ......................82
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) 121
Event data recorders ..................180
Exit lighting .................................. 99
Extendable load compartment cover ................................... 58, 62
Exterior care .............................. 164
Exterior light ................................. 84
Exterior lighting ......................11, 94
Exterior mirrors ............................. 27F
Fault ........................................... 118
Fixed air vents ........................... 105
Fog light ....................................... 84
Fog lights ................................... 142
Folding front passenger seat ........35
Folding mirrors ............................. 28
Folding seats .......................... 37, 39
Front airbag system .....................48
Front fog lights ............................. 96
Front passenger seat Folding ...................................... 35
Table position ............................ 35
Front seats.................................... 33
Front turn signal light ..................140
Fuel............................................. 125
Fuel consumption .........................85
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 129
Fuel cut-off system .........76, 91, 109
Fuel for diesel engines ..............126
Fuel for natural gas operation ...126
Fuel for petrol engines ...............125
Fuel gauge ................................... 71
Fuel selector ................................ 72
Fuel system messages .........91, 109
Fuel tank ..................................... 178
Fuses ......................................... 146
186Top-tether fastening eyes ............55
Towing ................................ 130, 162
Towing another vehicle .............163
Towing the vehicle .....................162
Traction Control system ............. 121
Trailer coupling ........................... 130
Trailer towing ............................. 130
Transmission ......................... 15, 79
Transmission display ...........73, 115
Tread depth ............................... 153
Trip computer ......................... 85, 91
Trip odometer .............................. 70
Turn and lane-change signals .....96
Turn signal ................................... 77
Tyre chains ................................ 154
Tyre designations ......................150
Tyre pressure ............................ 151
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 82, 151
Tyre pressures ........................... 179
Tyre repair kit ............................. 154
U
Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 80, 124
Underseat storage .......................57
Unit of measurement ....................85
Upholstery .................................. 166
Upshift .......................................... 80
Using this manual ..........................3V
Vehicle battery ........................... 137
Vehicle checks............................ 134
Vehicle data ................................ 171
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 180
Vehicle dimensions .................... 177
Vehicle Identification Number ....170
Vehicle jack ................................ 149
Vehicle security ............................ 26
Vehicle shutdown ...........76, 91, 109
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 133
Vehicle tools ............................... 149
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6 Vehicle weight ........................... 176
Ventilation ................................... 101
Volume ......................................... 85
W
Warning chime.............................. 85
Warning chimes ........................... 90
Warning lights ............................... 70
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 137
Wheel changing .........................157
Wheel covers ............................. 154
Wheels and tyres .......................150
Windows ....................................... 29
Windscreen................................... 29Windscreen wiper/washer ...........66
Winter tyres ............................... 150
Wiper blade replacement ..........139