Driving and operating135Low temperature operationAt temperatures below 0° C, some
diesel products with biodiesel blends
may clog, freeze or gel, which may
affect the fuel supply system. Starting
and engine operation may not work
properly. Make sure to fill winter
grade diesel fuel at ambient
temperatures below 0°C.
Arctic grade diesel fuel can be used
in extreme cold temperatures below
-20° C. Using this fuel grade in warm
or hot climates is not recommended
and may cause engine stalling, poor
starting or damage on the fuel
injection system.
Fuel for natural gas
operation
Use natural gas with a methane
content of approx. 78 - 99%. L-gas
(low) has approx. 78 - 87% and H-gas (high) has approx. 87 - 99%. Biogas
with the same methane content can
also be used if it has been chemically
prepared and desulphurised.
Only use natural gas or biogas that complies with DIN 51624.Liquid gas or LPG must not be used.
Refuelling Fuel filler flap is located at left rearside of vehicle.9 Danger
Before refuelling, switch off engine
and any external heaters with
combustion chambers. Switch off
any mobile phones.
Follow the operating and safety
instructions of the filling station
when refuelling.
9 Danger
Fuel is flammable and explosive.
No smoking. No naked flames or
sparks.
If you can smell fuel in your
vehicle, have the cause of this
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Caution
In case of misfuelling, do not
switch on ignition.
Release the fuel filler flap by pulling
the flap by hand.
Insert ignition key into fuel filler cap
and turn anticlockwise to unlock.
To remove fuel filler cap, rotate
anticlockwise.
Caution
To avoid damage, do not attempt
to operate the sliding side door
when the fuel filler flap is open.
Notice
Depending on model, the sliding
side door may be fitted with a safety system that prevents the door from
being opened fully when the fuel
filler flap is open.
Sliding side door 3 25.
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The fuel filler cap can be retained in
the bracket on the fuel filler flap.
To refuel, fully insert the pump nozzle
and switch it on.
After automatic cut-off, the tank can be topped up by operating the pump
nozzle a maximum of two more times.
Caution
Wipe off any overflowing fuel
immediately.
To close, replace fuel filler cap and
turn clockwise.
Insert ignition key into fuel filler cap
and turn clockwise to lock, then
remove key.
Close the fuel filler flap.
Natural gas refuelling
Open the fuel filler flap.
9 Warning
Refuel only with a maximum
output pressure of 250 bar. Use
only temperature compensated
filling stations.
The refuelling procedure must be
completed, i.e. the filler neck must be vented.
The capacity of the natural gas tank
depends on outside temperature,
filling pressure and type of refuelling
system.
Close the fuel filler flap after
refuelling.
Terms for " natural gas vehicles "
abroad:GermanErdgasfahrzeugeEnglishNGVs = Natural Gas Vehi‐
clesFrenchVéhicules au gaz naturel –
or – Véhicules GNVItalianMetano auto
Terms for " natural gas " abroad:
150Vehicle care
4.Insert new bulb in reflector so that
the bulb aligns with the reflector
recess.
5. Engage wire clip and attach connector onto bulb.
6. Install protective cover.
Sidelight 1. Remove protective cover. Withdraw bulb holder from
reflector by turning anticlockwise.2. Remove bulb from socket, insert new bulb.
3. Insert bulb holder in reflector. 4. Rotate clockwise to engage.
5. Install protective cover.
Daytime running light 1. Remove protective cover.2. Withdraw bulb holder from reflector by turning anticlockwise.
3. Remove bulb from socket, insert new bulb.
4. Insert bulb holder in reflector. 5. Rotate clockwise to engage.
6. Install protective cover.
Front turn signal light 1. Remove protective cover.
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2. Withdraw bulb holder fromreflector by turning anticlockwise.
3. Push bulb into holder slightly, rotate anticlockwise, remove and
renew bulb.
4. Insert bulb holder in reflector.
5. Rotate clockwise to engage.
6. Install protective cover.
Fog lights
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Tail lights
1. Remove the three retaining screws.
2. Remove lamp assembly from vehicle.
3. Disengage connector plug from bulb holder.
4.Unscrew the four retaining screws
using a screwdriver. Turn bulb
holder for reverse light
anticlockwise and replace bulb.
5. Remove bulb holder and seal from lamp assembly.
6. Push bulb into socket slightly, rotate anticlockwise, remove and
renew bulb.
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Brake light (1)
Turn signal light ( 2)
Tail light ( 3)
Tail light/fog light ( 4)
7. Install seal on bulb holder ensuring it is fitted correctly.
Install bulb holder in lamp
assembly ensuring that it
engages correctly. Tighten the
four retaining screws using a
screwdriver.
8. Install reverse light bulb holder and turn clockwise to tighten.
9. Engage connector plug.
10. Insert lamp assembly in body, ensuring correct positioning.
Tighten the three retaining
screws.
11. Switch on ignition, operate and check all lights.
Side turn signal lights
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Centre high-mounted brake light
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.Number plate light
Tailgate
1. Insert screwdriver as indicated by
the arrows, press to the side and
release the bulb housing.
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2.Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise
to remove from the bulb housing.
Remove the bulb by pulling.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Insert bulb holder in bulb housing and rotate clockwise
5. Install the bulb housing ensuring it
engages correctly.
Rear doors
1. Insert screwdriver as indicated by
the arrows, press to the left and
release the bulb housing.
2. Press bulb slightly towards spring
clip and remove.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Install the bulb housing ensuring it
engages correctly.
Interior lights
Front and rear courtesy light
1. Remove lens using a flat blade screwdriver.
2. Open the rear cover. 3. Renew bulb.
4. Close rear cover.
5. Reinstall lens.
166Vehicle careNote the expiry date of the kit. After
this date its sealing capability is no
longer guaranteed. Pay attention to
storage information on sealant
bottle.
Replace the used sealant bottle.
Dispose of the bottle as prescribed
by applicable laws.
The compressor and sealant can be used from approx. -20 °C.
Replacing the sealant canister
To replace the sealant canister: 1. Disconnect the compressor air hose.2. Turn the canister anticlockwise to lift it out.
3. Insert the new canister and turn it clockwise.
4. Connect the compressor air hose to the canister and fit the flexible
filler tube into its allocated space.
Wheel changing
Some vehicles are equipped with a
tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel 3 164.
Make the following preparations and
observe the following information:
● Park the vehicle on a level, firm and non-skid surface. The front
wheels must be in the straight- ahead position.
● Apply the parking brake and engage first or reverse gear.
● Remove the spare wheel 3 168.
● Never change more than one wheel at once.
● Use the jack only to change wheels in case of puncture, not
for seasonal winter or summer
tyre change.● The jack is maintenance-free.
● If the ground on which the vehicle
is standing is soft, a solid board
(max. 1 cm thick) should be
placed under the jack.
● Take heavy objects out of the vehicle before jacking up.
● No people or animals may be in the vehicle when it is jacked-up.
● Never crawl under a jacked-up vehicle.
● Do not start the vehicle when it is
raised on the jack.
● Before screwing in the wheel nuts, clean the nuts and thread
with a clean cloth.9 Warning
Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel
nut and wheel nut cone.
197Chimes......................................... 95
Cigarette lighter ........................... 75
Climate control ............................. 15
Climate control systems .............106
Clock....................................... 72, 90
CNG.............................. 77, 135, 190
Collision damage repair ..............193
Control indicators.......................... 79
Control of the vehicle .................113
Controls ........................................ 70
Convex shape .............................. 29
Coolant and antifreeze ...............178
Cruise control ...................... 90, 130
Cupholders .................................. 61
D
Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Date .............................................. 90
Daytime running lights ..........90, 100
Declaration of conformity ............192
Diesel particle filter ...............86, 120
Distance to next service ...............90
Door open .................................... 90
Doors ...................................... 25, 27
Drain fuel filter ............................. 89
Driver assistance systems ..........130
Driver Information Centre .............90
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 138
Driving hints ................................ 113E
Eco mode (E).............................. 124
Electric adjustment ......................29
Electrical system......................... 155
Electronic climate control system 108
Electronic driving programmes ..124
Electronic Stability Control ..85, 129
Electronic Stability Control (ESC). 85
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......141
Engine compartment fuse box ...156
Engine coolant ........................... 144
Engine coolant temperature ........86
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 78
Engine data ............................... 183
Engine exhaust .......................... 120
Engine identification ...................181
Engine oil ...........143, 178, 182, 190
Engine oil pressure ......................87
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) 129
Event data recorders ..................194
Exit lighting ................................ 105
Extendable load compartment cover ................................... 63, 67
Exterior care .............................. 173
Exterior light ................................. 89
Exterior lighting ......................12, 99
Exterior mirrors ............................. 29F
Fault ........................................... 125
Fixed air vents ........................... 111
Fog light ....................................... 90
Fog lights ................................... 151
Folding front passenger seat ........37
Folding mirrors ............................. 30
Folding seats .......................... 40, 41
Front airbag system .....................51
Front fog lights ........................... 101
Front passenger seat Folding ...................................... 37
Table position ............................ 37
Front seats.................................... 35
Front storage ................................ 61
Front turn signal light ..................149
Fuel............................................. 134
Fuel consumption .........................90
Fuel consumption - CO 2-
Emissions ............................... 137
Fuel cut-off system .........81, 96, 115
Fuel for diesel engines ..............134
Fuel for natural gas operation ...135
Fuel for petrol engines ...............134
Fuel gauge ................................... 77
Fuel selector ................................ 77
Fuel system messages .........96, 115
Fuel tank ..................................... 190
Fuses ......................................... 155