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Vehicle care231Caution
When transporting the vehicle on
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the
mud flaps might be damaged.
Vehicle storage
Storage for a long period of time
If the vehicle is to be stored for several months:
● Wash and wax the vehicle.
● Have the wax in the engine compartment and underbody
checked.
● Clean and preserve the rubber seals.
● Fill up fuel tank completely.
● Change the engine oil.
● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the coolant antifreeze and
corrosion protection.
● Adjust tyre pressure to the value specified for full load.
● Park the vehicle in a dry, wellventilated place. Engage first or
reverse gear or set selector lever
to P. Prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
● Do not apply the parking brake.
● Open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle.
● Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems
are not functional, e.g. anti-theft
alarm system.
Putting back into operation
When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
● Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Activate the electronics
of the power windows.
● Check tyre pressure.
● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
● Check the engine oil level.
● Check the coolant level.
● Fit the number plate if necessary.End-of-life vehicle recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.
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234Vehicle careWhen the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.
We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
last change.Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 296.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
cold regions with very low
temperatures, the factory filled
coolant provides frost protection
down to approx. -37 °C.
Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant and antifreeze 3 280.
Coolant levelCaution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.
If the cooling system is cold, the
coolant level should be above the
filling line mark. Top up if the level is
low.
9 Warning
Allow the engine to cool before
opening the cap. Carefully open
the cap, relieving the pressure
slowly.
To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of
released coolant concentrate mixed
with clean tap water. If no coolant
concentrate is available, use clean
tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have
the coolant concentration checked
and have the cause of the coolant
loss remedied by a workshop.
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278Vehicle careClean 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, like zips or
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.
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313CNG.................................... 105, 222
Control indicators........................ 108
Control of the vehicle .................157
Controls ........................................ 90
Convex shape .............................. 38
Coolant and antifreeze ...............280
Cruise control ....................114, 184
Cupholders .................................. 70
Curtain airbag system .................. 62
Curve lighting.............................. 137
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............137
Declaration of conformity ............300
DEF ............................................ 168
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................168
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......237
Door open .................................. 114
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver assistance systems ..........184
Driver Information Centre ...........115
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 225
Driving hints ................................ 157
E Electric adjustment ......................38
Electrical system......................... 248
Electric parking brake .........110, 179
Electric parking brake fault .........110Electronic climate control system 149
Electronic driving programmes . ........................................ 173, 178
Electronic key system ...................21
Electronic Stability Control.......... 182
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ..........111
Electronic Stability Control off..... 111
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......231
Engine compartment fuse box ...249
Engine coolant ........................... 234
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................................... 106
Engine data ............................... 288
Engine exhaust .......................... 167
Engine identification ...................284
Engine oil ................... 233, 280, 285
Engine oil pressure ....................112
Entry lighting .............................. 144
Event data recorders ..................307
Exhaust filter ....................... 112, 167
Exit lighting ................................ 144
Exterior care .............................. 276
Exterior light ............................... 113
Exterior lighting ....................12, 135
Exterior mirrors ............................. 38
F
Fault ................................... 173, 178
First aid kit ................................... 86Fixed air vents ........................... 154
Fog light ..................................... 114
Fog lights ................................... 240
Folding mirrors ............................. 38
Following distance ......................111
Following distance indication ......198
Forward collision alert................. 195
Fragrance diffuser ........................98
Front airbag system .....................61
Front fog lights ........................... 141
Front seats.................................... 46
Front storage ................................ 71
Fuel............................................. 220
Fuel for diesel engines ..............221
Fuel for natural gas operation ...222
Fuel for petrol engines ...............220
Fuel gauge ................................. 105
Fuel selector .............................. 105
Fuses ......................................... 248
G
Gauges ....................................... 103
Gear shifting ............................... 111
General information ...................225
Glovebox ..................................... 70
H Halogen headlights ....................238
Hand brake ......................... 178, 179
Hazard warning flashers ............140
Headlight flash ........................... 136