192Vehicle careVehicle tools
Tools
The jack, wheel wrench, adapters (for
spare wheel removal), hub cap hook
and towing eye are contained in a
unit, stowed under the front seat.
Note
Depending on vehicle, there may be multiple adapters for spare wheel
removal.
Vehicles with Rear-wheel drive: A hydraulic jack and a set of extension
pieces for use with the jack are also
included.
To access this unit, slide the seat fully forwards and fold down the backrest.
If cover is fitted, raise cover slightly
and slide it backwards to remove.
Note
Do not attempt to remove the unit
from beneath the seat. Risk of injury.
Tyre repair kit 3 198.
Wheel changing 3 201.
Spare wheel 3 203.
Vehicle care205Then tighten cable using the wheel
wrench and adapters by connecting
to the slot position illustrated above
and turning wrench anticlockwise
until the wheel is secured in the fully raised position.9 Warning
Ensure the front of the wheel (side
with tyre valve) is facing upwards
when the spare wheel is
reinstalled below the vehicle
frame.
Temporary spare wheel
Caution
The use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres
could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as
possible.
Only mount one temporary spare
wheel. Do not drive faster than
80 km/h. Take curves slowly. Do not use for a long period of time.
If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the
rear while towing another vehicle,
mount the temporary spare wheel in the front and the full tyre in the rear.
Tyre chains 3 197.
Summer and winter tyres
If you use winter tyres, the spare
wheel may still be fitted with a
summer tyre.
If you use the spare wheel when it is
fitted with a summer tyre the vehicle's driveability may be affected,
especially on slippery road surfaces.
Directional tyres Fit directional tyres such that they rollin the direction of travel. The rolling
direction is indicated by a symbol
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.
The following applies to tyres fitted
opposing the rolling direction:
● Driveability may be affected. Have the defective tyre renewed
or repaired as soon as possible
and fit it instead of the spare
wheel.● Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.
● Drive particularly carefully on wet
and snow-covered road
surfaces.
208Vehicle carefar 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 start.
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 3 192.
Disengage the cover using a suitable
tool and remove.
Screw the towing eye clockwise into
the front towing point and tighten fully using the wheel wrench.
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the towing eye, never to the
bumper or front suspension units.
Caution
Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear. The front towing eye must
only be used for towing and not
recovering a vehicle.
Switch on ignition to permit operation
of brake lights, horn and windscreen
wipers, and move the steering wheel
slightly to release the steering wheel
lock.
Switch off the air suspension system 3 135.
Transmission in neutral.
Caution
Vehicles with manual
transmission automated: If neutral cannot be selected, the vehiclemust only be towed with the drive
wheels raised off the ground.
The vehicle should always be
towed with the ignition switched
off.
Manual transmission automated
3 145.
Vehicle care209Caution
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 fumes
from the towing vehicle, switch on the
air recirculation system 3 113 and
close the windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and refit the cover.
Towing another vehicle
Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow
rod - to the rear towing eye, never to
the rear axle and suspension units.
The rear towing eye must only be
used for towing and not recovering a
vehicle.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
Appearance care
Exterior care Locks
The locks are lubricated at the factory using a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, as this has a
degreasing effect and impairs lock function. After using a de-icing agent,
have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
WashingThe paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing. Restrictions for
filmed or matt painted body parts or
decor tapes, see "Polishing and
waxing".
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.
Vehicle care211For 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.
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.
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.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective
wax coating checked.
Towing equipment Do not clean the coupling ball bar with
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.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 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.
247Child restraint installationlocations ................................... 63
Child restraints.............................. 60
Child restraint systems ................60
Cigarette lighter ........................... 84
Cleaning the vehicle ...................209
Climate control ............................. 16
Climate control systems .............112
Clock ............................................ 83
Coat hooks ................................... 71
Collision damage repair ..............243
Control indicators.......................... 89
Control of the vehicle .................129
Controls ........................................ 80
Convex shape .............................. 35
Coolant ....................................... 173
Coolant and antifreeze ...............215
Coolant heater ............................ 119
Cornering light ....................107, 182
Coupling ball bar ........................167
Cruise control ...................... 97, 154
Cupholders .................................. 71
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Dashboard .................................... 10
Daytime running lights ...............106
Declaration of conformity ............241
DEF ............................................ 138
Demisting and defrosting ..............16Diesel exhaust fluid ....................138
Diesel fuel ................................... 163
Diesel fuel filter .......................... 178
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......178
Diesel particle filter ....................137
Door locks..................................... 22
Door open .................................... 97
Doors ............................................ 27
DPF (diesel particle filter) ...........137
Driver assistance systems ..........154
Driver Information Centre .............98
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 166
Driving economically................... 129
Driving hints ................................ 129
E ECO mode .................................. 129
ecoScoring.................................. 100
Electric adjustment ......................35
Electrical system......................... 187
Electronic climate control system 114
Electronic driving programmes ..147
Electronic Stability Program 95,
152, 167
Electronic Stability Program off ...95
Emergency exit .......................38, 40
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......171
Engine compartment fuse box ...188
Engine coolant ........................... 173Engine coolant temperature ........95
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 87
Engine data ............................... 220
Engine exhaust .......................... 137
Engine identification ...................218
Engine oil ...........172, 215, 219, 238
Engine oil additives ....................215
Engine oil level monitor ................87
Engine oil pressure ......................96
Engine oil viscosity grades .........215
Enhanced Traction function....... ................................ 151, 152, 154
Event data recorders ..................243
Exhaust gases ............................ 137
Exit lighting ................................ 111
Exterior care .............................. 209
Exterior light ................................. 97
Exterior lighting ....................14, 104
Exterior mirrors ............................. 35
F
Fault ........................................... 148
Fire extinguisher ........................... 77
First aid ......................................... 76
First aid kit ................................... 76
Fixed air vents ........................... 126
Fog light ....................................... 97
Fog lights ............................ 108, 182
Folding mirrors ............................. 36
250Seat heating................................. 48
Seat position ................................ 43
Selective catalytic reduction .......138
Selector lever ............................. 146
Service ............................... 126, 213
Service display ......................88, 93
Service information ....................213
Service vehicle soon .................... 93
Side airbag system ......................58
Sidelights .................................... 104
Side turn signal lights ................184
Side windows................................ 38
Sliding door .................................. 27
Spare wheel ............................... 203
Speed limiter......................... 85, 158
Speedometer ............................... 85
Starting and operating ................130
Starting off ................................... 18
Starting the engine .......18, 130, 146
Steering ...................................... 129
Steering column controls ..............80
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 80
Steering wheel controls ...............80
Stop engine .................................. 94
Stop-start system............ 18, 96, 132
Storage ......................................... 70
Storage compartments .................70
Sun visors .................................... 40
Suspension height ......................135
Suspension seat ........................... 44Swivelling shelf............................. 71
Symbols ......................................... 4
T
Tachograph .......................... 97, 102
Tachometer ................................. 86
Tail lights ................................... 183
Technical data ............................ 219
Three-point seat belt .................... 52
Tools .......................................... 192
Top-Tether .................................... 60
Touchscreen ................................. 98
Tow bar....................................... 166
Towing ........................................ 166
Towing another vehicle .............209
Towing a trailer ........................... 166
Towing equipment .....................167
Towing eye ................................. 208
Towing the vehicle .....................208
Traction Control system ............. 151
Trailer coupling ........................... 166
Trailer stability assist .................167
Trailer towing ............................. 166
Transmission ............................... 17
Transmission display ...........88, 145
Tread depth ............................... 196
Trip computer ............................ 100
Trip odometer .............................. 86
Turbo engine warm-up ...............130
Turn and lane-change signals ...107Turn signal ................................... 92
Tyre chains ................................ 197
Tyre changing ............................. 201
Tyre designations ......................193
Tyre pressure ............................ 193
Tyre pressure monitoring system ............................... 95, 194
Tyre pressures ........................... 239
Tyre repair kit ............................. 198
Tyres .......................................... 193
Tyres and wheel size, changing. 197
U
Ultrasonic parking assist............. 158
Underseat storage .......................72
Upholstery .................................. 211
Upshift .......................................... 94
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 175
Vehicle checks............................ 171
Vehicle data ................................ 219
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 243
Vehicle dimensions .................... 229
Vehicle Identification Number ....217
Vehicle jack ................................ 192
Vehicle messages .......................99
Vehicle security ............................ 33
Vehicle specific data ......................3