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Vehicle care175Caution
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.
Gas vehicles must be recycled by a
service centre authorised for gas
vehicles.
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178Vehicle careThe engine oil filler cap is located on
the camshaft cover.Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out. If the oil exceeds the maximum level, do
not start the vehicle and contact a
workshop.
Capacities 3 227.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -30 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -40 °C.
Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant and antifreeze 3 216.
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.
Power steering fluid
Caution
Extremely small amounts of
contamination can cause steering
system damage and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow
contaminates to contact the fluid
side of the reservoir cap / dipstick
or from entering the reservoir.
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214Vehicle careOperate the rear carrier system
periodically if not in regular use, in
particular during winter.
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, e.g. zips, 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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241Control indicators.......................... 87
Control of the vehicle .................128
Controls ........................................ 76
Convex shape .............................. 32
Coolant and antifreeze ...............216
Cruise control ...................... 95, 149
Cupholders .................................. 58
Curtain airbag system .................. 50
D Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...4
Daytime running lights ...............114
Declaration of conformity ............230
DEF ............................................ 138
Delayed locking ............................ 27
Descent control system .......93, 148
Diesel exhaust fluid ....................138
Diesel fuel system bleeding .......181
Door open .................................... 96
Doors ............................................ 29
Driver assistance systems ..........149
Driver Information Centre .............96
Driving characteristics and towing tips .............................. 170
Driving hints ................................ 128
E Electric adjustment ......................32
Electrical system......................... 187
Electronic climate control system 123
Electronic driving programmes ..142Electronic key system ...................22
Electronic Stability Control.......... 147
Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control system ............93
Electronic Stability Control off....... 93
End-of-life vehicle recovery .......175
Engine compartment fuse box ...188
Engine coolant ........................... 178
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 86
Engine data ............................... 223
Engine exhaust .......................... 136
Engine identification ...................219
Engine oil ................... 177, 216, 220
Engine oil pressure ......................94
Entry lighting .............................. 119
Event data recorders ..................235
Exhaust filter ............................... 136
Exit lighting ................................ 120
Exterior care .............................. 212
Exterior light ................................. 95
Exterior lighting ....................12, 110
Exterior mirrors ............................. 32
F
Fault ........................................... 142
First aid kit ................................... 72
Fixed air vents ........................... 126
Flex-Fix system ............................ 60
Folding mirrors ............................. 32Following distance indication ......154
Forward collision alert................. 152
Front airbag system .....................49
Front fog lights .............95, 117, 184
Front seats.................................... 39
Front storage ................................ 59
Fuel............................................. 163
Fuel for diesel engines ..............165
Fuel for liquid gas operation .......165
Fuel for petrol engines ...............163
Fuel gauge ................................... 84
Fuel selector ................................ 85
Fuses ......................................... 187
G
Gauges ......................................... 83
Gear shifting ................................. 93
General information ...................170
Glovebox ..................................... 58
Glove box lighting .......................119
H Halogen headlights ....................183
Hand brake ................................. 145
Hazard warning flashers ............116
Headlight flash ........................... 112
Headlight range adjustment ......113
Headlights when driving abroad 113
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 38
Heated mirrors ............................. 33