Vehicle care159Changing tyre and wheelsize
If tyres of a different size than those
fitted at the factory are used, it may be necessary to reprogramme the
speedometer as well as the nominal
tyre pressure and make other vehicle modifications.
After converting to a different tyre
size, have the label with tyre
pressures replaced.9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels
may lead to accidents and will
invalidate the vehicle type
approval.
Wheel covers
Wheel covers and tyres that are
factory approved for the respective
vehicle and comply with all of the
relevant wheel and tyre combination requirements must be used.
If the wheel covers and tyres used are
not factory approved, the tyres must
not have a rim protection ridge.
Wheel covers must not impair brake
cooling.9 Warning
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel
covers could lead to sudden
pressure loss and thereby
accidents.
Tyre chains
Tyre chains are only permitted on the
front wheels.
Always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread
and the inboard sides (including chain lock).
Do not exceed 50 km/h when tyre
chains are fitted.9 Warning
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
Tyre repair kit
Minor damage to the tyre tread can be
repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies from
the tyres.
Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repairedwith the tyre repair kit.
9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If you have a flat tyre:
160Vehicle careApply the parking brake and engagefirst or reverse gear.
The tyre repair kit may be located
under the front seat, in the glovebox,
or on the right side of the load
compartment behind a cover.
1. Take the tyre repair kit from the vehicle.
2. Remove the compressor.
3. Set the compressor upright near the tyre.
4. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
5. Screw the flexible filler hose onto the tyre valve.
6. The switch on the compressor must be set to J.
7. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the vehicle
battery, we recommend running
the engine.8. Set the rocker switch on the compressor to I. The tyre is filled
with sealant.
9. All of the sealant is pumped into the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.
Tyre pressure 3 185. When the
correct pressure is obtained,
switch off the compressor.
10. If a pressure of 1.5 bar is not obtained within five minutes,
remove the tyre repair kit. Move
the vehicle one tyre rotation.
Reattach the tyre repair kit and
continue the filling procedure for five minutes. If a pressure of
1.8 bar is still not obtained within
five minutes, the tyre is too badly
162Vehicle care2. Turn the canister anticlockwise tolift it out.
3. Insert the new canister and turn it clockwise.
4. Connect the compressor air hose to the canister and fit the flexible
filler tube into its allocated space.
Wheel changing
Some vehicles are equipped with a
tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel 3 159.
Make the following preparations and
observe the following information:
● Park the vehicle on a level, firm and non-skid surface. The front
wheels must be in the straight-
ahead position.
● Apply the parking brake and engage first or reverse gear.
● Remove the spare wheel 3 163.
● Never change more than one wheel at once.
● Use the jack only to change wheels in case of puncture, not
for seasonal winter or summer
tyre change.● The jack is maintenance-free.
● If the ground on which the vehicle
is standing is soft, a solid board
(max. 1 cm thick) should be
placed under the jack.
● No people or animals may be in the vehicle when it is jacked-up.
● Never crawl under a jacked-up vehicle.
● Do not start the vehicle when it is
raised on the jack.
● Clean wheel nuts and thread with
a clean cloth before mounting the
wheel.9 Warning
Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel
nut and wheel nut cone.
1. Disengage wheel nut caps with a screwdriver and remove. Pull off
the wheel cover using a suitable
tool.
2. Attach wheel wrench securely and loosen each wheel nut by halfa turn.
166Vehicle careJump startingDo not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged battery
can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle.9 Warning
Be extremely careful when starting
with jump leads. Any deviation
from the following instructions can
lead to injuries or damage caused
by battery explosion or damage to the electrical systems of both
vehicles.
9 Warning
Avoid contact of the vehicle
battery with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces. The fluid
contains sulphuric acid which can
cause injuries and damage in the
event of direct contact.
● Never expose the vehicle battery
to naked flames or sparks.
● A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature
of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery
before connecting jump leads.
● Wear eye protection and protective clothing when
handling a vehicle battery.
● Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 Volts). Its
capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged
vehicle battery.
● Use jump leads with insulated terminals and a cross section of
at least 16 mm 2
(25 mm 2
for
diesel engines).
● Do not disconnect the discharged
battery from the vehicle.
● Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers.
● Do not lean over the vehicle battery during jump starting.
● Do not allow the terminals of one
lead to touch those of the other
lead.● The vehicles must not come into contact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral.
Lead connection order:
1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster
battery.
2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the
discharged vehicle battery.
168Vehicle careCaution
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.
Note
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 3 106 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 3 154.
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.
174Service and maintenanceAdditional engine oil additives
The use of additional engine oil
additives could cause damage and
invalidate the warranty.
Engine oil viscosity
The SAE viscosity grade gives
information on the thickness of the oil.
Multigrade oil is indicated by two
figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first
figure, followed by a W, indicates the
low temperature viscosity and the
second figure the high temperature
viscosity.
Select the appropriate viscosity grade depending on the minimum ambient
temperature 3 177.
All of the recommended viscosity
grades are suitable for high ambient
temperatures.
Coolant and antifreeze
Use only antifreeze approved for the
vehicle. Consult a workshop.
The system is factory filled with
coolant designed for excellent
corrosion protection and frost
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
regions with very low temperatures,the factory filled coolant provides frost
protection down to approx. -37 °C.
This concentration should be
maintained all year round.
The use of additional coolant
additives that intend to give additional
corrosion protection or seal against
minor leaks can cause function
problems. Liability for consequences
resulting from the use of additional
coolant additives will be rejected.
Washer fluid
Use only washer fluid approved for
the vehicle to prevent damage of
wiper blades, paintwork, plastic and
rubber parts. Consult a workshop.
Brake and clutch fluidOver time, brake fluid absorbs
moisture which will reduce braking
effectiveness. The brake fluid should
therefore be replaced at the specified interval.
188IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 137
Adjustable air vents ...................109
Airbag activation ........................... 89
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........81
Airbag deactivation ..........52, 82, 89
Airbag label................................... 47 Airbag system .............................. 47
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 110
Air conditioning system .............. 106
Air intake .................................... 110
Air vents...................................... 109
Alert .............................................. 94
Antilock brake system ................ 123
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......83
Anti-Slip Regulator (ASR) ...........125
Anti-theft locking system .............. 29
Appearance care ........................169
Armrest ......................................... 39
Ashtrays ....................................... 74 ASR (Anti-Slip Regulator) ...........125
Audible warning chimes................ 94
Autoclose ...................................... 89
Automatic fuel cut-off ............95, 113
Automatic locking .........................89
Autostop ..................................... 114
AUX socket ................................... 73B
Battery discharge protection ......104
Belts.............................................. 44
Bonnet ....................................... 139
Brake and clutch fluid .................173
Brake assist ............................... 124
Brake fluid .................................. 142 Brake pad wear ............................ 83
Brakes ............................... 123, 142
Brake system ............................... 83
Breakdown.................................. 167
Bulb replacement ....................... 145
C Capacities .................................. 184
Car Pass ...................................... 21
Catalytic converter .....................118
Central locking system ................24
Centre high-mounted brake light 148
Change engine oil .......................87
Changing tyre and wheel size ...159
Charging system .......................... 82
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 55
Child restraints.............................. 54
Child restraint systems ................54
Child safety system for rear windows .................................... 31
Chimes ......................................... 94
190GGauges ......................................... 75
Gear shifting ................................. 84
General information ...................135
Generic warning .............80, 95, 113
Glovebox ..................................... 60
Gross Vehicle Weight ...................66
H
Halogen headlights ....................145
Hand brake ................................. 124
Hazard warning flashers ..............99
Headlamp washer......................... 71
Headlight flash ............................. 98
Headlight range adjustment ........99
Headlights..................................... 98
Headlights when driving abroad ..99
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 35
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ..................... 34
Heating ........................................ 40
Heating and ventilation system . 105
High beam ............................. 88, 98
Hill start assist ...................... 84, 125
Horn ....................................... 14, 69
I
Identification plate .....................175
Ignition switch positions .............112
Immobiliser ............................ 29, 88Indicators...................................... 75
Information displays...................... 89
Initial drive information.................... 6
Installing seats .............................. 42
Instrument cluster ........................75
Instrument panel fuse box .........153
Instrument panel illumination .....150
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 101
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............59
Interior care ............................... 171
Interior lighting ......................89, 101
Interior lights ...................... 102, 149
Interior mirrors .............................. 31
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....58
J Jump starting ............................. 166
K Kerb weight................................... 66Key number .................................. 20
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L Language ..................................... 89
Lashing eyes ......................... 64, 66
Light switch .................................. 98Load compartment ................27, 61
Load compartment cover .............62
Load compartment grille ...............64
Load compartment lighting .........103
Loading ............................. 38, 40, 42
Loading information .....................66
Lock cylinders ............................... 20
Low engine oil level .....................87
Low fuel ....................................... 87
Lumbar support ............................ 37
M
Malfunction indicator light ............82
Manual adjustment ......................30
Manual anti-dazzle ......................31
Manual door locks ........................22
Manual mode ............................. 121
Manual transmission .................. 118
Manual transmission automated 119
Manual windows ..........................31
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................101
Multifunction display .....................89
N Natural gas ................................. 184
New vehicle running-in ..............112
Number plate light .....................148