200Vehicle careCaution
The use of a spare wheel that issmaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres
could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as
possible.
The spare wheel is located in a holder
beneath the vehicle floor.
1. Open the load compartment floor 3 65.
Remove storage box if equipped
3 63.
2. Remove the wheel wrench from the tool box.
3. Fit the wheel wrench on the hexagon bolt near the tool box
and turn it anticlockwise until a
resistance is noticeable.
4. Lift the spare wheel holder slightly
by hand and unhook the catch.
5. Lower the spare wheel holder.
6. Lift the spare wheel holder slightly
by hand and detach the safety
cable.
Vehicle care2053. 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
vehicle 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 five minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be
made for no longer than
15 seconds at an interval of
one minute.
3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. three 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 The towing eye is stowed with thevehicle tools 3 185.Adam
1. Disengage the cap by pushing at
the marked position.
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2. Screw in the towing eye as far asit will go until it stops in a
horizontal position.
3. Attach a tow rope – or better still a
tow rod – to the towing eye.
Adam Rocks
1. Disengage the small cap with a screwdriver at the marked
position.
2. Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a
horizontal position.
3. Attach a tow rope – or better still a
tow rod – to the towing eye.General
The towing eye must only be used for
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.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.
Vehicle care209Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
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.
On vehicles with emblem touchpad:
when cleaning with a high-pressure
jet cleaner ensure a minimum
distance of 30 cm when working
around the tailgate to prevent
unintended unlocking.
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 painted parts of the vehicle
regularly (at the latest when water no longer beads). Otherwise, the
paintwork will dry out.
The foldable sunroof must not be
polished or waxed. When using
automatic car washes, select a
programme without wax additives.
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.
Unpainted plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Matt filmed body parts or decor tapes must not be polished, to avoid
gleaming. Do not use hot waxprogrammes in automatic car washes
if the vehicle is equipped with these
parts.
Matt painted decor parts, e.g. mirror
housing cover, must not be polished.
Otherwise these parts would become agleam or the colour would be
dissolved.
Windows 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.
Vehicle care211Clothing 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.
234IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 163
Adjustable air vents ...................123
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........85
Airbag deactivation ................44, 85
Airbag label................................... 39 Airbag system .............................. 39
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 124
Air conditioning system .............. 116
Air intake .................................... 123
Air vents...................................... 123
Antilock brake system ................ 136
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......87
Anti-theft alarm system ................25
Anti-theft locking system .............. 25
Appearance care ........................208
Ashtrays ....................................... 78
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................28
Automatic light control ...............108
Automatic locking ........................23
Autostop ..................................... 128
B Battery discharge protection ......114
Battery voltage ............................. 98 Belts.............................................. 37
Bicycle rack .................................. 53
Bonnet ....................................... 165Brake and clutch fluid.................213
Brake and clutch system .............86
Brake assist ............................... 137
Brake fluid .................................. 168
Brakes ............................... 136, 168
Breakdown.................................. 205
Bulb replacement ....................... 171
C Capacities .................................. 225
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................131
Central locking system ................22
Changing tyre and wheel size ...192
Charging system .......................... 85
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 47
Child restraints.............................. 45
Child restraint systems ................45
Cigarette lighter ........................... 78
City mode ................................... 140
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............115
Clock ............................................ 75
Code ............................................. 96
Collision damage repair ..............230
Colour-Info-Display .......................94
Control indicators.......................... 82
Control of the vehicle .................125
Controls ........................................ 71
235Convex shape .............................. 27
Coolant and antifreeze ...............213
Cruise control ...................... 89, 142
Cupholders .................................. 51
Curtain airbag system .................. 44
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............109
Declaration of conformity ............228
Door open .................................... 89
Doors ............................................ 24
Driver assistance systems ..........142
Driver Information Centre .............89
Driving hints ................................ 125
E Electric adjustment ......................27
Electrical system......................... 180
Electronic climate control system 118
Electronic driving programmes ..135
Electronic Stability Control.......... 139
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............87
Electronic Stability Control off....... 87 End-of-life vehicle recovery .......164
Engine compartment fuse box ...181
Engine coolant ........................... 167
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 80
Engine data ............................... 220Engine exhaust .......................... 131
Engine identification ...................216
Engine oil ................... 166, 213, 217
Engine oil pressure ......................88
Entry lighting .............................. 113
Event data recorders ..................232
Exit lighting ................................ 113
Exterior care .............................. 208
Exterior light ................................. 89
Exterior lighting ....................12, 107
Exterior mirrors ............................. 27
F Fault ........................................... 135
First aid ......................................... 67
First aid kit ................................... 67
Fixed air vents ........................... 123
Flex-Fix system ............................ 53
Folding mirrors ............................. 27
Front airbag system .....................42
Front seats.................................... 33 Front storage ................................ 52
Front turn signal lights ...............173
Fuel............................................. 155
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 162
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......156
Fuel for petrol engines ...............155
Fuel gauge ................................... 79Fuel selector ................................ 80
Fuses ......................................... 180
G Gauges ......................................... 78
Glass panel .................................. 31
Glovebox ..................................... 51
Graphic-Info-Display .....................95
H Halogen headlights ....................171
Hand brake ......................... 136, 137
Hazard warning flashers ............109
Headlight flash ........................... 108
Headlight range adjustment ......109
Headlights................................... 107
Headlights when driving abroad 109
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 32
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 30
Heated steering wheel .................71
Heating ........................................ 36
Heating and ventilation system . 115
High beam ........................... 89, 108
Hill start assist ........................... 137
Horn ....................................... 13, 72
I
Identification plate .....................216
Ignition switch positions .............126
236Immobiliser ............................ 26, 89
Indicators ...................................... 78
Inductive charging ........................77
Information displays...................... 89
Instrument cluster ........................78
Instrument panel fuse box .........183
Instrument panel illumination .....179
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 111
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 210
Interior lighting ............................ 111
Interior lights ...................... 111, 179
Interior mirrors .............................. 28
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....50
J Jump starting ............................. 204
K Key, memorised settings ..............21
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 66
Light switch ................................ 107
Load compartment ................24, 62
Load compartment cover .............64Loading information .....................68
Low fuel ....................................... 88
M Malfunction indicator light ............86
Manual anti-dazzle ......................28
Manual mode ............................. 135
Manual transmission .................. 132
Manual transmission automated 132
Memorised settings ......................21
Midlevel-Display ........................... 89
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................111
N
New vehicle running-in ..............126
Number plate light .....................178
O Object detection systems ...........145
Odometer ..................................... 79
Oil, engine .......................... 213, 217
OnStar ........................................ 102
Operate pedal ............................... 86
Outside temperature ....................74
Overrun cut-off ........................... 127
P Parking ................................ 18, 130
Parking assist ............................ 145
Parking brake ............................ 137Parking lights ............................. 110
Performance .............................. 222
Performing work ........................165
Pollen filter ................................. 123
Power outlets ............................... 77
Power steering.............................. 87
Power windows ............................ 29
Puncture ..................................... 197
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 233
Radio remote control ...................20
Rear carrier system ......................53
Rear floor storage cover ..............65
Rear fog light ............................... 89
Rear fog lights ........................... 110
Rear storage ................................. 63
Rear window wiper/washer .......... 73 Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 213, 217
Refuelling ................................... 158 Registered trademarks ...............232
Retained power off .....................126
Reversing lights .........................111
Ride control systems ..................138
Roof load ...................................... 68
Roof rack ..................................... 67