Vehicle care217Ensure that the edge of the body
fits into the notch of the jack.
Attach wheel wrench and with the
jack correctly aligned rotate wheel wrench until wheel is clear of the
ground.
5. Unscrew the wheel nuts. 6. Change the wheel. Spare wheel 3 214.
7. Screw on the wheel nuts.
8. Lower the vehicle and remove jack.
9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring that it is located securely and
tighten each bolt in a crosswise
sequence. Tightening torque is
100 Nm.
If the vehicle is equipped with
alloy wheels, note that the wheel
bolts can also be used for the steel spare wheel. In this case, the
spare wheel is secured by the
conical contact of each bolt.
10. Align the valve hole in the wheel cover with the tyre valve before
installing.
Install wheel nut caps.
11. Stow and secure the replaced wheel 3 214, the vehicle tools
3 205 and the adapter for the
locking wheel nuts.
12. Check the tyre pressure of the installed tyre and the wheel nut
torque as soon as possible.
Stowing a damaged full size
wheel in the load compartment
The spare wheel well is not designed for other tyre sizes than the temporary
spare wheel. A damaged full size
wheel must be stowed in the load
compartment and secured with a
strap.Vehicle tools 3 205.
To secure the wheel: 1. Position the wheel outside up close to one sidewall of the load
compartment.
2. Place the loop end of the strap through the front lashing eye on
the appropriate side.
3. Place the hook end of the strap through the loop and pull it until
the strap is fastened securely to
the lashing eye.
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4. Insert the strap through thespokes of the wheel as shown in
the illustration.
5. Mount the hook to the rear lashing
eye.
6. Tighten the strap and secure it using the buckle.
9 Danger
Always drive with folded up and
engaged rear seat backrests when stowing a damaged full size wheel
in the load compartment.
Jump starting
Do not start with quick charger.
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle
battery can be started using jump
leads and the vehicle 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 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 battery.
● Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 V). 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
vehicle 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.
Vehicle care219● The vehicles must not come intocontact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral,
automatic transmission in P.
Open the positive terminal protection
caps of both vehicle 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 boosterbattery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point
of your vehicle in the engine
compartment.
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 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
Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat
screwdriver to prevent paint damage.
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
bottom of the cap. Release the cap by carefully moving the screwdriver
downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 205.
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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.
Switch the selector lever to neutral.
Release the parking brake.
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 and close the
windows.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: The vehicle must be towed facing
forwards, not faster than 50 mph nor further than 60 miles. In all other
cases and when the transmission is
defective, the front axle must be
raised off the ground.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap with the outer flange into
the recess and fix cap by pushing.
Towing another vehicle
Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat
screwdriver to prevent paint damage. Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
bottom of the cap. Release the cap by carefully moving the screwdriver
downwards.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 205.
Vehicle care221
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will
go until it stops in a horizontal
position.
The lashing eye at the rear
underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye.
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 a
vehicle.
Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap with the upper flange into
the recess and fix cap by pushing.
Appearance care
Exterior care LocksThe locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use a 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.
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 care223Glass panelNever clean with solvents or abrasive
agents, fuels, aggressive media
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-
containing solutions etc.), acidic or
highly alkaline media or abrasive
pads.
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 damage
Rectify 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.
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 tank must be
removed.
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.
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.
253Clock............................................. 76
Control indicators.......................... 87
Control of the vehicle .................130
Controls ........................................ 72
Convex shape .............................. 33
Coolant and antifreeze ...............227
Cruise control ...................... 93, 149
Cupholders .................................. 62
Curtain airbag system .................. 54
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............110
Declaration of conformity ............242
DEF ............................................ 139
Deflation detection system ...........91
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................139
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......191
Diesel particle filter ...............91, 138
Door open .................................... 93
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver alert .................................. 174
Driver assistance systems ..........149
Driver Information Centre .............93
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 181
Driving hints ................................ 130
E
Electric adjustment ......................33
Electrical system......................... 200Electronic climate control system 121
Electronic driving programmes ..144
Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ....90, 148
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system off .......90
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......186
Engine compartment fuse box ...201
Engine coolant ........................... 189
Engine coolant temperature ........91
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 85
Engine data ............................... 234
Engine exhaust .......................... 138
Engine identification ...................230
Engine oil ................... 188, 227, 231
Engine oil level monitor ................86
Engine oil pressure ......................91
Entry lighting .............................. 115
Event data recorders ..................248
Exit lighting ................................ 115
Exterior care .............................. 221
Exterior light ................................. 92
Exterior lighting ....................12, 108
Exterior mirrors ............................. 33
F Fault ........................................... 144
First aid ......................................... 68First aid kit ................................... 68
Fixed air vents ........................... 127
Fog light ....................................... 92
Fog lights ................................... 195
Folding mirrors ............................. 34
Forward collision alert................. 154
Front airbag system .....................53
Front fog lights ........................... 112
Front pedestrian protection ........158
Front seats.................................... 42
Fuel............................................. 175
Fuel for diesel engines ..............175
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......176
Fuel for petrol engines ...............175
Fuel gauge ................................... 84
Fuel selector ................................ 84
Fuses ......................................... 200
G Gauges ......................................... 83
Gear shifting ................................. 90
General information ...................180
Glass panel .................................. 39
Glovebox ..................................... 62
H
Halogen headlights ....................192
Hand brake ......................... 146, 147
Hazard warning flashers ............111
Headlight flash ........................... 109
Headlight range adjustment ......110
255QQuickheat ................................... 125
R
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ..................................... 251
Radio remote control ...................21
Rain sensor .................................. 92
REACH ....................................... 245
Reading lights ............................ 114
Rear floor storage cover ..............66
Rear fog light ....................... 92, 113
Rear seats .................................... 46
Rear view camera ...................... 171
Rear window wiper and washer ..75
Recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 227, 231
Refuelling ................................... 177
Registered trademarks ...............247
Reversing lights .........................113
Ride control systems ..................148
Roof .............................................. 39
Roof load ...................................... 69
Roof rack ..................................... 69
S
Safety belts ................................... 47
Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 43
Seat belt ........................................ 8
Seat belt reminder .......................87
Seat belts ..................................... 47Seat heating ................................. 45
Seat position ................................ 42
Selective catalytic reduction .......139
Selector lever ............................. 142
Service ............................... 128, 225
Service display ............................ 86
Service information ....................225
Service vehicle soon .................... 89
Side airbag system ......................53
Side blind spot alert ..............93, 167
Sidelights .................................... 108
Side turn lights ........................... 199
Software acknowledgement .......245
Software update ......................... 247
Spare wheel ............................... 214
Speed limiter......................... 93, 152
Speedometer ............................... 83
Starting and operating ................130
Starting off ................................... 16
Starting the engine ....................133
Steering ...................................... 130
Steering wheel adjustment ......9, 72
Steering wheel controls ...............72
Stop engine .................................. 89
Stop-start system........................ 135
Storage ......................................... 62
Storage compartments .................62
Sunvisor lights ........................... 115
Sun visors .................................... 39Symbols ......................................... 4
System check ............................... 89
T
Tachometer ................................. 83
Tail lights ................................... 195
Three-point seat belt .................... 48
Tools .......................................... 205
Tow bar....................................... 180 Towing ................................ 180, 219
Towing another vehicle .............220
Towing equipment .....................182
Towing the vehicle .....................219
Trailer coupling ........................... 180
Trailer towing ............................. 181
Transmission ............................... 16
Transmission display .................142
Tread depth ............................... 208
Trip odometer .............................. 83
Turn lights ............................ 87, 112
Tyre chains ................................ 209
Tyre deflation detection system . 207
Tyre designations ......................206
Tyre pressure ............................ 206
Tyre pressures ........................... 240
Tyre repair kit ............................. 210
U Ultrasonic parking assist............. 159
Upholstery .................................. 223
Using this manual ..........................3