142Vehicle careBrake fluid9Warning
Brake fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.
The brake fluid level must be between
the MIN and MAX marks.
When topping up, ensure maximum cleanliness as contamination of the
brake fluid can lead to brake system
malfunctions. Have the cause of the
loss of brake fluid remedied by a
workshop.
Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for the vehicle.
Brake and clutch fluid 3 173.
Vehicle battery
The vehicle battery is maintenance-
free provided that the driving profile
allows sufficient charging of the
battery. Short-distance-driving and
frequent engine starts can discharge
the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of
unnecessary electrical consumers.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Laying up the vehicle for more than
four weeks can lead to vehicle battery
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from
the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery.
Ensure the ignition is switched off
before connecting or disconnecting
the vehicle battery.
The anti-theft alarm siren must be
deactivated as follows: Switch the
ignition on then off, disconnect the
vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.
Battery discharge protection 3 103.
Replacing the vehicle battery Notice
Any deviation from the instructions
given in this paragraph may lead to
a temporary deactivation of the stop-
start system.
In vehicles with stop-start system,
ensure the correct battery is used
when replacing the vehicle battery.
We recommend that you have the
vehicle battery replaced by a
workshop.
Stop-start system 3 113.
Vehicle care153Instrument panel fuse box
The fuse box is located behind a
cover on the lower part of the
instrument panel, on the driver's side.
No.CircuitF12Right low beamF13Left low beam/Headlight range
adjustmentF31Fusebox relays/Body control
unit relaysF32Courtesy lightsF36Diagnostic connector/Climate
control system/Infotainment
system/Tyre pressure moni‐
toring system/Alarm sirenF37Instrument panel/Braking
systemF38Central locking systemF43Windscreen washer systemF47Power windowsF48Power windowsF49Exterior mirrors/Infotainment
system/Parking assist/Tyre
pressure monitoring system/
Instrument illumination/Rain
sensor
