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208Driving and operatingTrailer towingTrailer loadsThe permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is
the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In
general, they are valid for gradients
up to 12%.
The permissible trailer load applies
up to the specified incline and at sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross train weight also decreases by 10%
for every 1000 metres of altitude. The
gross train weight does not have to be reduced when driving on roads with
slight inclines (less than 8%, e.g.
motorways).The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is
specified on the identification plate
3 261.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.
The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (75 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Notice
Engines B16DTH, B16DTJ,
B20DTH and B20DTJ: Depending
on the equipment the maximum
permissible vertical coupling load
can be 75 kg or 60 kg.
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.Rear axle load
When the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded, the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) may be exceeded by
60 kg , the gross vehicle weight rating
may be exceeded by 60 kg. If the
permissible rear axle load is
exceeded, a maximum speed of
60 mph applies.
Towing equipmentCaution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.
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Vehicle care235Vehicle tools
Tools
Some tools, the towing eye and (only on vehicles with spare wheel) the
vehicle jacking equipment are placed
in the rear storage in the load
compartment floor.
Open the cover in front of the tailgate.
Wheels and tyres
Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tyre and wheel
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking.
Regularly check the wheels for
damage. Seek the assistance of a workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear.
Winter tyres
Winter tyres improve driving safety at temperatures below 7 °C and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter
tyres 3 273.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.Tyre designations
E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H215:tyre width, mm60:cross-section ratio (tyre height
to tyre width), %R:belt type: RadialRF:type: RunFlat16:wheel diameter, inches95:load index e.g. 95 is equivalent
to 690 kgH:speed code letter
Speed code letter:
Q:up to 100 mphS:up to 112 mphT:up to 118 mphH:up to 130 mphV:up to 150 mphW:up to 168 mph
Choose a tyre appropriate for the
maximum speed of your vehicle.
The maximum speed is achievable at kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus
125 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the maximum speed of
the vehicle.
Performance 3 268.
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Technical data261Technical dataVehicle identification..................261
Vehicle Identification Number ..261
Identification plate ...................261
Engine identification ................262
Vehicle data ............................... 263
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 263
Engine data ............................. 266
Performance ............................ 268
Vehicle weight ......................... 269
Vehicle dimensions .................270
Capacities ................................ 271
Tyre pressures ........................ 273Vehicle identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber
The Vehicle Identification Number
may be stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under thefloor covering, visible under a cover.
The Vehicle Identification Number
may be embossed on the instrument
panel, visible through the windscreen,
or in the engine compartment on the
right body panel.
Identification plate
The identification plate is located on
the front left or right door frame.
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262Technical dataInformation on identification label:1:manufacturer2:type approval number3:vehicle identification number4:permissible gross vehicle weight
rating in kg5:permissible gross train weight
in kg6:maximum permissible front axle
load in kg7:maximum permissible rear axle
load in kg8:vehicle-specific or country-
specific data
The combined total of front and rear
axle loads must not exceed the
permissible gross vehicle weight. For
example, if the front axle is bearing its
maximum permissible load, the rear
axle can only bear a load that is equal
to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load.
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European
Community standards. We reserve
the right to make modifications.
Specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority over
those given in this manual.
Engine identification
The technical data tables show the
engine identifier code. Engine data
3 266.
To identify the respective engine,
refer to the engine power in the EEC
Certificate of Conformity provided
with your vehicle or other national
registration documents.
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268Technical dataPerformanceEngineB14NELB14NET
B14NET
LPGB16XNT
CNG
B16SHLB16SHT
Maximum speed 3)
[mph]Manual transmission
with Stop-start system118
119124
126121
–124
––
––
137Automatic transmission–122––129–3) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.EngineB16DTJB16DTHB20DTJB20DTHMaximum speed 3)
[mph]Manual transmission
with Stop-start system–
116–
119–
–129
129Automatic transmission––1261193) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
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Technical data269Vehicle weightKerb weight, basic model without any optional equipmentEngineManual transmissionAutomatic transmission5-seats/7-seats
[kg]B14NEL1613/1640–B14NET1613/16401613/1640B14NET LPG1664/1691–B16XNT CNG1701/1728–B16SHL–1701/1728B16SHT1664/1691–B16DTJ1701/1728–B16DTH1701/1728–B20DTJ–1788/1815B20DTH1733/17601788/1815
Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.
Loading information 3 93.
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288Traction Control system off......... 113
Traffic sign assistant ...........116, 193
Trailer coupling ........................... 207
Trailer stability assist .................211
Trailer towing ............................. 208
Transmission ............................... 15
Transmission display .................161
Tread depth ............................... 240
Trip odometer ............................ 103
Turn and lane-change signals ...136
Turn signal ................................. 109
Tyre chains ................................ 241
Tyre designations ......................235
Tyre pressure ............................ 236
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................. 114, 237
Tyre pressures ........................... 273
Tyre repair kit ............................. 241
U
Ultrasonic parking assist............. 187
Underseat storage .......................67
Upholstery .................................. 255
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 218
Vehicle checks............................ 214
Vehicle data ................................ 263
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 281Vehicle detected ahead..............116
Vehicle dimensions .................... 270
Vehicle Identification Number ....261
Vehicle jack ................................ 235
Vehicle messages .....................122
Vehicle personalisation .............124
Vehicle security ............................ 25
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 213
Vehicle tools ............................... 235
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 269
Ventilation ................................... 141
W
Warning chimes .........................123
Warning lights ............................. 103
Warning triangle .......................... 91
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 218
Wheel changing .........................244
Wheel covers ............................. 241
Wheels and tyres .......................235
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........97
Winter tyres ............................... 235
Wiper blade replacement ..........220