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Driving and operating235The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is
specified on the identification plate
3 287.
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 of 60 kg
(engines B20DTH: 90 kg) is specified
on the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
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 70 kg (engines B20DTH: 80 kg), the
gross vehicle weight rating must not
be exceeded. If the permissible rear
axle load is exceeded, a maximum
speed of 60 mph applies.
Towing equipmentCaution
The folding coupling ball bar
cannot be removed from the
vehicle. When driving without a
trailer, fold in the coupling ball bar.
9 Warning
Make sure that no one is in the
pivot zone of the coupling ball bar. Risk of body injury.
When releasing the stowed
coupling ball bar, make sure to
stand left of the grip.
Release stowed coupling ball bar
Pull the grip located left to the number
plate under the rear bumper fascia at an angle of approx. 45° to the ground.
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262Vehicle careVehicles with audio speaker system
The screwdriver and the towing eye
are located below the floor cover in
the load compartment, beside the
round speaker system component.
Tyre repair kit 3 267.
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 shouldtherefore be fitted on all wheels.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter
tyres 3 300.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 3 294.
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Technical data287Technical dataVehicle identification..................287
Vehicle Identification Number ..287
Identification plate ...................287
Engine identification ................288
Vehicle data ............................... 289
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 289
Engine data ............................. 292
Performance ............................ 294
Vehicle weight ......................... 296
Vehicle dimensions .................297
Capacities ................................ 299
Tyre pressures ........................ 300
Towing hitch installation dimensions ............................. 305Vehicle identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber
The Vehicle Identification Number is
visible through the windscreen.
The Vehicle Identification Number
may be stamped on the identification
plate and on the floor pan, under the floor covering, visible under a cover,
or in the engine compartment on the
right body panel.
Identification plate
The identification label is located on
the front left or right door frame.
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288Technical dataInformation on identification plate: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, e.g. MY = model
year
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 use the
engine identifier code. The engine
data table additionally shows the
engineering code. Engine data
3 292.
To identify the respective engine,
refer to the EEC Certificate of
Conformity provided with your vehicle
or other national registration
documents.
The Certificate of Conformity shows the engine identifier code, other
national publications may show the
engineering code. Check piston
displacement and engine power to
identify the respective engine.
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296Technical dataVehicle weight
Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipmentGrand SportEngineManual transmissionAutomatic transmission[kg]B15XHL1440/1456–B15XHT1441/14721472B20NFT–1649[kg]B16DTE1503–B16DTH15031522B20DTH1582–B20DTH
AWD 4)1683–4)
All wheel drive
Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.
Loading information 3 84.
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Technical data297Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipmentSports TourerEngineManual transmissionAutomatic transmission[kg]B15XHL1487–B15XHT1487/15031522B20NFT–1683[kg]B20DTH1633–
Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.
Loading information 3 84.
Vehicle dimensionsGrand SportSports TourerLength [mm]48974986Width with folded exterior mirrors [mm]19411941Width with unfolded exterior mirrors [mm]20932093Height (without antenna) [mm]14551500Vehicle height - Rear compartment open [mm]21232065Length of load compartment floor [mm]11331178Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm]19402005Load compartment width [mm]10301030
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318Transmission ............................... 16
Tread depth ............................... 266
Trip odometer ............................ 102
Turn and lane-change signals ...141
Turn signal ................................. 105
Tyre chains ................................ 267
Tyre designations ......................262
Tyre pressure ............................ 263
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................. 109, 264
Tyre pressures ........................... 300
Tyre repair kit ............................. 267
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 206
Upholstery .................................. 281
Uplevel display ........................... 112
Using this manual ..........................3
V
Valet mode ................................. 119
Vehicle battery ........................... 244
Vehicle checks............................ 240
Vehicle data ................................ 289
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 312
Vehicle detected ahead ..............111
Vehicle dimensions .................... 297
Vehicle Identification Number ....287
Vehicle jack ................................ 261
Vehicle messages .....................123Vehicle personalisation .............125
Vehicle security ............................ 32
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 239
Vehicle tools ............................... 261
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 296
Ventilating ..................................... 52
W
Warning chimes .........................124
Warning lights ............................. 101
Warning triangle .......................... 82
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 243
Wheel changing .........................272
Wheel covers ............................. 267
Wheels and tyres .......................262
Windows ....................................... 37
Windscreen................................... 37
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........88
Winter tyres ............................... 262
Wiper blade replacement ..........246