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254Driving and operatingDriving characteristics andtowing tips
Before attaching a trailer, lubricate the coupling ball. However, do not do
so if a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling ball, is being used to reduce snaking movements.
For trailers with low driving stability
and caravan trailers with a permitted
gross vehicle weight of more than
1300 kg the use of a stabiliser is
strongly recommended when driving
above 50 mph.
If the trailer starts snaking, drive more slowly, do not attempt to correct the
steering and brake sharply if
necessary.
When driving downhill, drive in the
same gear as if driving uphill and
drive at a similar speed.
Adjust tyre pressure to the value
specified for full load 3 319.Trailer towing
Trailer loads The permissible trailer loads are
vehicle and engine-dependent
maximum values which must not be
exceeded. The actual trailer load is the difference between the actual
gross weight of the trailer and the
actual coupling socket load with the
trailer coupled.
The permissible trailer loads are
specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients
up to 12%.
The permissible trailer load applies
up to the specified incline and at sea
level. Since engine power decreases
as altitude increases due to the air
becoming thinner, therefore reducing
climbing ability, the permissible gross
train weight also decreases by 10%
for every 1000 metres of altitude. The gross train weight does not have to be
reduced when driving on roads with
slight inclines (less than 8%, e.g.
motorways).The permissible gross train weight
must not be exceeded. This weight is specified on the identification plate
3 307.
Vertical coupling load
The vertical coupling load is the load
exerted by the trailer on the coupling
ball. It can be varied by changing the
weight distribution when loading the
trailer.
The maximum permissible vertical
coupling load (75 kg) is specified on
the towing equipment identification
plate and in the vehicle documents.
Notice
Engines B16DTH, B16DTJ,
B20DTH and B20DTJ: Depending
on the equipment the maximum
permissible vertical coupling load
can be 75 kg or 60 kg.
Always aim for the maximum load,
especially in the case of heavy
trailers. The vertical coupling load
should never fall below 25 kg.
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Driving and operating255Rear axle loadWhen the trailer is coupled and the
towing vehicle fully loaded, the
permissible rear axle load (see
identification plate or vehicle
documents) may be exceeded by
60 kg , the gross vehicle weight rating
may be exceeded by 60 kg. If the
permissible rear axle load is
exceeded, a maximum speed of
60 mph applies.
Towing equipmentCaution
When operating without a trailer,
remove the coupling ball bar.
Stowage of coupling ball bar
The coupling ball bar is stowed in the
stowage compartment in the right
sidewall.
Fitting the coupling ball bar
Disengage and fold down the socket. Remove the sealing plug from the
opening for the coupling ball bar and
stow it.
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Vehicle care281Vehicle tools
Tools
Some tools, the towing eye and (only on vehicles with spare wheel) the
vehicle jacking equipment are placed
in the rear storage in the load
compartment floor.
Open the cover in front of the tailgate.
Wheels and tyres
Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right
angles if possible. Driving over sharp
edges can cause tyre and wheel
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking.
Regularly check the wheels for
damage. Seek the assistance of a workshop in the event of damage or
unusual wear.
Winter tyres
Winter tyres improve driving safety at temperatures below 7 °C and should
therefore be fitted on all wheels.
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter
tyres 3 319.
In accordance with country-specific
regulations, affix the speed sticker in
the driver's field of view.Tyre designations
E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H215:tyre width, mm60:cross-section ratio (tyre height
to tyre width), %R:belt type: RadialRF:type: RunFlat16:wheel diameter, inches95:load index e.g. 95 is equivalent
to 690 kgH:speed code letter
Speed code letter:
Q:up to 100 mphS:up to 112 mphT:up to 118 mphH:up to 130 mphV:up to 150 mphW:up to 168 mph
Choose a tyre appropriate for the
maximum speed of your vehicle.
The maximum speed is achievable at kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus
125 kg payload. Optional equipment
could reduce the maximum speed of
the vehicle.
Performance 3 314.
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Technical data307Technical dataVehicle identification..................307
Vehicle Identification Number ..307
Identification plate ...................307
Engine identification ................308
Vehicle data ............................... 309
Recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 309
Engine data ............................. 312
Performance ............................ 314
Vehicle weight ......................... 315
Vehicle dimensions .................316
Capacities ................................ 317
Tyre pressures ........................ 319Vehicle identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber
The Vehicle Identification Number
may be stamped on the identification plate and on the floor pan, under thefloor covering, visible under a cover.
The Vehicle Identification Number
may be embossed on the instrument
panel, visible through the windscreen,
or in the engine compartment on the
right body panel.
Identification plate
The identification plate is located on
the front left or right door frame.
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308Technical dataInformation on identification label:1:manufacturer2:operating permit number3:vehicle identification number4:permissible gross vehicle weight
rating in kg5:permissible gross train weight
in kg6:maximum permissible front axle
load in kg7:maximum permissible rear axle
load in kg8:vehicle-specific or country-
specific data
The combined total of front and rear
axle loads must not exceed the
permissible gross vehicle weight. For
example, if the front axle is bearing its
maximum permissible load, the rear
axle can only bear a load that is equal
to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load.
The technical data is determined in
accordance with European
Community standards. We reserve
the right to make modifications.
Specifications in the vehicle
documents always have priority over
those given in this manual.
Engine identification
The technical data tables show the
engine identifier code. Engine data
3 312.
To identify the respective engine,
refer to the engine power in the EEC
Certificate of Conformity provided
with your vehicle or other national
registration documents.
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314Technical dataPerformanceEngineB14NELB14NET
B14NET
LPGB16XNT
CNG
B16SHLB16SHT
Maximum speed 3)
[mph]Manual transmission
with Stop-start system118
119124
126121
–124
––
––
137Automatic transmission–122––129–3) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.EngineB16DTJB16DTHB20DTJB20DTHMaximum speed 3)
[mph]Manual transmission
with Stop-start system–
116–
119–
–129
129Automatic transmission––1261193) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce
the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
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Technical data315Vehicle weightKerb weight, basic model without any optional equipmentEngineManual transmissionAutomatic transmission5-seats/7-seats
[kg]B14NEL1613/1640–B14NET1613/16401613/1640B14NET LPG1664/1691–B16XNT CNG1701/1728–B16SHL–1701/1728B16SHT1664/1691–B16DTJ1701/1728–B16DTH1701/1728–B20DTJ–1788/1815B20DTH1733/17601788/1815
Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight.
Loading information 3 93.
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338Radio....................................... 153
USB ......................................... 158
USB Connecting device ..................158
General information ................158
USB audio menu .....................160
USB movie menu ....................162
USB picture menu ...................161
Using smartphone applications ..163
Using this manual ..........................3
V Vehicle battery ........................... 264
Vehicle checks............................ 260
Vehicle data ................................ 309
Vehicle data recording and privacy ..................................... 330
Vehicle detected ahead ..............116
Vehicle dimensions .................... 316
Vehicle Identification Number ....307
Vehicle jack ................................ 281
Vehicle messages .....................122
Vehicle personalisation .............123
Vehicle security ............................ 25
Vehicle specific data ......................3
Vehicle storage ........................... 259
Vehicle tools ............................... 281
Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6
Vehicle weight ........................... 315
Ventilation ................................... 189Voice guidance........................... 166
Voice recognition ........................179
Volume Auto volume ............................ 150
Maximum startup volume ........150
Mute function........................... 144
Ring tone volume ....................150
Setting the volume ..................144
Speed compensated volume ..150
Touch beep volume ................150
TP volume ............................... 150
Volume limitation at high
temperatures ........................... 144
Volume settings .......................... 150
W
Warning chimes .........................122
Warning lights ............................. 102
Warning triangle .......................... 91
Washer and wiper systems .........13
Washer fluid ............................... 264
Waveband selection ...................153
Wheel changing .........................290
Wheel covers ............................. 287
Wheels and tyres .......................281
Windows ....................................... 30
Windscreen................................... 30
Windscreen wiper/washer ...........97
Winter tyres ............................... 281
Wiper blade replacement ..........266