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Pull the safety catch, located slightly
left of centre, and open the bonnet.
Pull up the support rod from its holder,
then secure it in the right side hook on the underside of the bonnet.
If the bonnet is opened during an Autostop, the engine will be restarted
automatically for safety reasons.
Stop-start system 3 138.Caution
Ensure the windscreen wiper is
switched off before opening the
bonnet 3 87.
Closing
Before closing the bonnet, press the
support into the holder.
Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch from a low height
(20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is
engaged.
Caution
Do not press the bonnet into the
latch, to avoid dents.
9 Warning
In the event of even a minor head-
on collision, have the bonnet
safety catch checked by a
workshop.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine.
Ensure that the correct specification
of engine oil is used.
Recommended fluids and lubricants
3 225.
The maximum engine oil
consumption is 0.6 l per 600 miles.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 10 minutes.
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Vehicle care221Caution
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.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's
instructions. The windscreen wipers
must be switched off and the exterior
mirrors must be folded in. Remove
antenna and external accessories
such as roof racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of four to nine.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.
Have the door hinges of all doors
greased by a workshop.
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260IndexAAbsorptive Glass Mat battery .....185
Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 179
Active emergency braking ..103, 165
AdBlue ........................ 101, 145, 225
AdBlue gauge ............................... 93
AdBlue tank ................................ 247
Adjustable air vents ...................131
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........98
Airbag deactivation ................63, 98
Airbag label................................... 59 Airbag system .............................. 59
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 132
Air conditioning system .............. 119
Air intake .................................... 132
Air suspension ........................... 142
Air suspension system................ 219
Air vents...................................... 131
Antifreeze ................................... 183
Antilock brake system ................ 156
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....100
Anti-theft alarm system ................36
Anti-theft bolts............................. 212
Anti-theft locking system .............. 35
Anti-theft security lock ..................23
Appearance care ........................221
Armrest ........................................ 51
Ashtrays ....................................... 91Automatic light control ...............110
Automatic locking ...................24, 29
Autostop ....................... 17, 137, 138
Auxiliary heater ........................... 125
B Battery ........................................ 185
Battery discharge protection ......117
Battery, jump starting.................. 217
Belts.............................................. 55
BlueInjection ............................... 145
Bonnet ....................................... 180
Bottle holders................................ 75
Brake assist ............................... 158
Brake fluid .......................... 185, 225
Brakes ............................... 156, 185
Brake system ............................. 100
Breakdown.................................. 219
Bulb replacement ....................... 189
Bus Rear seats ................................. 52
C
Cabin bulkhead grille ....................81
Capacities .................................. 247
Cargo management system ........78
Car Pass ...................................... 21
Catalytic converter .....................144
Central locking system ................24
Centre high-mounted brake light 195
Changing tyre and wheel size ...208