158Vehicle careNo.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 systemF41-F43Windscreen washer systemF45-F46-F47Power windowsF48Power windowsNo.CircuitF49Exterior mirrors/Infotainment
system/Parking assist/Tyre
pressure monitoring system/
Instrument illumination/Rain
sensorF50-F51Infotainment system/Braking
system/Clutch/Interior heaterF53Instrument panelF90-F91-F92-F93-F94Power outlet load compartmentF95Cigarette lighter/Power outletF96Cigarette lighter/Power outletF97Heated front seatF98Heated front seatThe single panel of fuses may be
located on the right-hand side of the
fuse compartment in right-hand drive
vehicles.
After having changed defective fuses,
refit the cover.
If the fuse box cover is not closed
correctly, malfunction may occur.
164Vehicle careAlways use fine mesh chains that addno more than 10 mm to the tyre tread
and the inboard sides (including chain
lock).
Do not exceed 30 mph when tyre
chains are fitted.9 Warning
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
Tyre repair kit
Minor damage to the tyre tread can be
repaired with the tyre repair kit.
Do not remove foreign bodies from
the tyres.
Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repairedwith the tyre repair kit.
9 Warning
Do not drive faster than 50 mph.
Do not use for a lengthy period.
Steering and handling may be
affected.
If you have a flat tyre:
Apply the parking brake and engage
first or reverse gear.
The tyre repair kit may be located
under the front seat, in the glovebox,
or on the right side of the load
compartment behind a cover.
1. Take the tyre repair kit from the vehicle.
2. Remove the compressor.
3. Set the compressor upright near the tyre.
4. Unscrew valve cap from defective
tyre.
5. Screw the flexible filler hose onto the tyre valve.
6. The switch on the compressor must be set to J.
7. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette
lighter socket.
To avoid discharging the vehicle
battery, we recommend running
the engine.
Vehicle care171● The vehicles must not come intocontact with each other during
the jump starting process.
● Apply the parking brake, transmission in neutral.
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 vehicle battery.
3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the other end of the black
lead to a vehicle grounding point,
such as the engine block or an
engine mounting bolt. Connect as far away from the discharged
vehicle battery as possible,
however at least 60 cm.
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.
172Vehicle careTowingTowing the vehicle
Release the cap by carefully lifting
with a screwdriver. To prevent
damage, it is recommended to place
a cloth between the screwdriver and
the frame.
The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 159.
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.
Caution
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.
Notice
If neutral cannot be selected on
vehicles with manual transmission
automated (MTA), the vehicle must
only be towed with the drive wheels
raised off the ground.
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 3 107 and close the
windows.
Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye
and replace the cap.
Towing another vehicle
Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the
side of the cap. Release the cap by
carefully levering the screwdriver. To
prevent damage it is recommended to place a cloth between the screwdriver
and the frame.
174Vehicle careDo not clean the engine compartmentwith a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use
separate leathers for painted and
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on
the windows will impair vision.
Exterior lights
Headlight and other light covers are
made of plastic. Do not use any
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use
an ice scraper, and do not clean them
dry.
Polishing and waxing
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the
latest when water no longer beads).
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.
Polishing is necessary only if the paint
has become dull or if solid deposits
have become attached to it.
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a
protective film, making waxing
unnecessary.Unpainted plastic body parts must not be treated with wax or polishing
agents.
Matt filmed body parts or decor tapes must not be polished, to avoid
gleaming. Do not use hot wax
programmes in automatic car washes
if the vehicle is equipped with these
parts.
Matt painted decor parts, e.g. mirror
housing cover, must not be polished.
Otherwise these parts would become agleam or the colour would be
dissolved.
Windows and windscreen wiper
blades
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois
leather together with window cleaner
and insect remover.
When cleaning the rear window from
inside, always wipe in parallel to the
heating element to prevent damage.
For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so
that no dirt can get under it and
scratch the glass.Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner.
Remove dirt residues from smearing
wiper blades by using a soft cloth and window cleaner. Also make sure to
remove any residues such as wax,
insect residues and similar from the
window.
Ice residues, pollution and continuous wiping on dry windows will damage or
even destroy the wiper blades.
Glass panel
Never 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. Do
not apply wax or polishing agents to
the glass panel.
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.
Vehicle care175Paintwork damageRectify minor paintwork damage witha 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.
Natural gas system
Do not direct the steam jet or high-
pressure jet towards natural gas
system components. It is particularly
important to protect the natural gastank and the pressure valves on the
vehicle underbody and the bulkhead in the engine compartment.
These components must not be
treated using chemical cleaners or
preservatives.
Have components of the natural gas
system cleaned by a workshop
authorised to carry out maintenance
of natural gas vehicles.
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.
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.
196IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 140
Adjustable air vents ...................110
Airbag activation ........................... 90
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........82
Airbag deactivation ..........52, 83, 90
Airbag label............................. 47, 52
Airbag system .............................. 47
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 111
Air conditioning system .............. 107
Air intake .................................... 111
Air vents...................................... 110
Alert .............................................. 95
Antilock brake system ................ 126
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......84
Anti-Slip Regulator (ASR) ...........128
Anti-theft locking system .............. 28
Appearance care ........................173
Armrest ......................................... 39
Ashtrays ....................................... 75
ASR (Anti-Slip Regulator) ...........128
Audible warning chimes................ 95
Autoclose ...................................... 90
Automatic fuel cut-off ............96, 115
Automatic locking .........................90
Autostop ..................................... 116
AUX socket ................................... 74B
Battery ........................................ 146
Battery discharge protection ......105
Belts.............................................. 44
Bonnet ....................................... 142
Brake and clutch fluid .................178
Brake assist ............................... 127
Brake fluid .................................. 146
Brake pad wear ............................ 84
Brakes ............................... 126, 145
Brake system ............................... 84
Breakdown.................................. 172
Bulb replacement ....................... 149
C Capacities .................................. 190
Car Pass ...................................... 20
Catalytic converter .....................120
Central locking system ................23
Centre high-mounted brake light 152
Change engine oil .......................88
Changing tyre and wheel size ...163
Charging system .......................... 83
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 57
Child restraints.............................. 54
Child restraint systems ................54
Child safety system for rear windows .................................... 31
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