192Vehicle care3. Remove the electrical connectioncable (1) and air hose (2) from the
stowage compartments on the
underside of the compressor.
4. Screw the compressor air hose to
the connection on the sealant
bottle.
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor.
Set the compressor near the tyre
in such a way that the sealant
bottle is upright.
6. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve.
8. The switch on the compressor must be set to J.
9. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the battery, we recommend running the
engine.10. Set the rocker switch on the compressor to I. The tyre is filled
with sealant.
11. The compressor pressure gauge briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilstthe sealant bottle is emptying
(approx. 30 seconds). Then the
pressure starts to drop.
12. All of the sealant is pumped into the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.
13. The prescribed tyre pressure should be obtained within
ten minutes. Tyre pressure
3 218 . When the correct pressure
is obtained, switch off the
compressor.
Vehicle care199● Apply the parking brake,transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission in P.
● Open the positive terminal protection caps of both batteries.
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 battery.
3. Connect the black lead to the negative 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 five 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. 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.
200Vehicle careTowingTowing the vehicle
Disengage cap by using a
screwdriver and remove.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 184.
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.
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
Never tow a vehicle equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) with the
front or rear tyres on the road. If
you tow a vehicle equipped with
AWD while the front or rear tyres
are rolling on the road, the drive
system in the vehicle could be
severely damaged. When towing
vehicles equipped with AWD, all
four tyres must not be in contact
with the road.
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 system 3 118 and
close the windows.
Vehicle care203Thoroughly 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.
Do not use hard objects to remove
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on
painted surfaces.
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 the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
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.
Plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing agents.Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamoisleather 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.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 damageRectify 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.
204Vehicle careBefore and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Liquid gas system9 Danger
Liquid gas is heavier than air and
can collect in sink points.
Take care when performing work
at the underbody in a pit.
For painting work and when using a
drying booth at a temperature above
60 °C, the liquid gas system must be
completely evacuated.
Do not make any modifications to the
liquid gas system.
Towing equipment
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Rear carrier system Clean the rear carrier system with a
steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner
at least once a year.
Operate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
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, e.g. zips, 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.
226IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 164
Adaptive forward lighting .....88, 110
Adjustable air vents ...................122
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........84
Airbag deactivation ................48, 84
Airbag label................................... 43 Airbag system .............................. 43
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 123
Air conditioning system .............. 118
Air intake .................................... 123
Air vents...................................... 122
All-wheel drive ........................... 135
Antilock brake system ................ 136
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......85
Anti-theft alarm system ................26
Anti-theft locking system .............. 26
Appearance care ........................202
Automatic anti-dazzle ..................30
Automatic light control ...............108
Automatic locking ........................24
Automatic transmission .............131
Autostop ..................................... 127
Auxiliary heater ........................... 122
B Battery discharge protection ......116
Battery voltage ............................. 96Bicycle rack .................................. 57
Bonnet ....................................... 165
Bonnet open ................................. 89
Brake and clutch fluid .................206
Brake and clutch system .............85
Brake assist ............................... 137
Brake fluid .................................. 169
Brakes ............................... 136, 169
Breakdown.................................. 200
Bulb replacement ....................... 172
C Capacities .................................. 217
Catalytic converter .....................131
Central locking system ................22
Centre console storage ...............57
Centre high-mounted brake light 177
Changing tyre and wheel size ...190
Charging system .......................... 85
Child locks ................................... 25
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 50
Child restraints.............................. 49
Child restraint systems ................49
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............117
Clock ............................................ 76
Code ............................................. 94
Collision damage repair ..............222
Control indicators.......................... 81
227Control of the vehicle .................125
Controls ........................................ 72
Convex shape .............................. 28
Coolant and antifreeze ...............206
Cruise control ...................... 89, 140
Cupholders .................................. 56
Curtain airbag system .................. 47
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............110
Declaration of conformity ............220
Delayed locking ............................ 24
Descent control system .......86, 139
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......171
Diesel particle filter ...............87, 130
Door open .................................... 89
Doors ............................................ 25
Driver assistance systems ..........140
Driver Information Centre .............89
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 159
Driving hints ................................ 125
E Electric adjustment ......................28
Electrical system......................... 179
Electronic climate control system 119
Electronic driving programmes ..133
Electronic Stability Control.......... 138Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............87
Electronic Stability Control off....... 86 End-of-life vehicle recovery .......164
Engine compartment fuse box ...179
Engine coolant ........................... 167
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 80
Engine data ............................... 213
Engine exhaust .......................... 130
Engine identification ...................209
Engine oil ................... 166, 206, 210
Engine oil pressure ......................87
Entry lighting .............................. 115
Event data recorders ..................224
Exit lighting ................................ 116
Exterior care .............................. 202
Exterior light ................................. 88
Exterior lighting ....................13, 107
Exterior mirrors ............................. 28
F Fault ........................................... 133
First aid kit ................................... 69
Fixed air vents ........................... 122
Flex-Fix system ............................ 57
Fog light ....................................... 89
Fog lights ................................... 175
Folding mirrors ............................. 28
Forward collision alert................. 142Front airbag system .....................46
Front fog lights ........................... 113
Front seats.................................... 36
Front turn signal lights ...............175
Fuel............................................. 152
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 158
Fuel for diesel engines ..............152
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......153
Fuel for petrol engines ...............152
Fuel gauge ................................... 79
Fuel selector ................................ 79
Fuses ......................................... 179
G Gauges ......................................... 78
General information ...................159
Glovebox ..................................... 56
Glove box lighting .......................115
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 93
H
Halogen headlights ....................172
Hand brake ................................. 136
Hazard warning flashers ............112
Headlight flash ........................... 109
Headlight range adjustment ......109
Headlights when driving abroad 109
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 35
228Heated mirrors ............................. 29
Heated rear window ..................... 32
Heated steering wheel .................72
Heating ........................................ 39
Heating and ventilation system . 117
High beam ........................... 88, 108
Hill start assist ........................... 137
Horn ....................................... 14, 73
I
Identification plate .....................208
Ignition switch positions .............126
Immobiliser ............................ 27, 88
Indicators ...................................... 78
Information displays...................... 89
Initial drive information.................... 6 Instrument panel fuse box .........181
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 114
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage ..............55
Interior care ............................... 204
Interior lighting ............................ 114
Interior lights ...................... 114, 178
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Interruption of power supply ......133
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....53
J
Jump starting ............................. 198K
Key, memorised settings ..............22
Keys ............................................. 20
Keys, locks ................................... 20
L
Lane departure warning .......86, 151
Lashing eyes ............................... 69
Lighting features .........................115
Light switch ................................ 107
Load compartment ................25, 66
Load compartment cover .............68
Load compartment fuse box ......182
Loading information .....................70
Low fuel ....................................... 88
M Malfunction indicator light ............85
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................. 133
Manual transmission .................. 134
Manual windows ..........................30
Memorised settings ......................22
Midlevel-Display ........................... 89
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8
Misted light covers .....................114
N New vehicle running-in ..............125
Number plate light .....................178O
Object detection systems ...........144
Odometer ..................................... 78
Oil, engine .......................... 206, 210
OnStar ........................................ 103
Operate pedal ............................... 85
Outside temperature ....................75
Overrun cut-off ........................... 127
P
Parking ................................ 18, 129
Parking assist ............................ 144
Parking brake ............................ 136
Particulate filter ........................... 130
Performance .............................. 214
Performing work ........................165
Pollen filter ................................. 123
Power outlets ............................... 77
Power steering.............................. 86
Power steering fluid ....................168
Power windows ............................ 31
Preheating ................................... 87
Puncture ..................................... 194
R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 225
Radio remote control ...................21
Reading lights ............................ 115
Rear carrier system ......................57
Rear floor storage cover ..............68