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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
6483. Press the new wiper blade until it clicks
into place. Check to make sure the blade is securely in place.
4. Fold the wiper arm back toward the win- dow.
CAUTION
Check the blades regularly. Neglected maintenance shortens the life of theblades.
Related information
Using the rain sensor (p. 181)
Using the windshield and headlight wash- ers (p. 183)
Using automatic rear window wipingwhen backing up (p. 185)
Using the rain sensor's memory function(p. 182)
Using the rear window wiper/washer(p. 184)
Filling washer fluid (p. 650)
Putting the wiper blades in service posi-tion (p. 649)
Replacing windshield wiper blades(p. 648)
Using the windshield wipers (p. 180)
Wiper blades and washer fluid (p. 180)
Replacing windshield wiper blades
The wiper blades help remove water from the windshield and rear window. Along with thewasher fluid, they are designed to clean theglass and help improve visibility while driving.The windshield and rear window wiperblades can be replaced.
Raise the wiper arms to the service position. Service position is activated/deactivated viathe function view in the center display whenthe car is stationary and the windshield wipersare not on.
Put the wiper blade in removal position by folding it out from the wiper arm until itclicks.
Press and hold the lock button on the wiper blade attachment.
While holding the button down, pull the blade straight out, parallel with the wiperarm.
4. Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks into place.
5. Fold the blade back toward the arm until it clicks into place. The blade is no longer inits removal position and can once again bemoved.
6. Check to make sure the wiper blade is securely in place.
7. Press the wiper blade back against the windshield.
Wiper blades come in varying lengths
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SPECIFICATIONS
659
WeightsThe following table lists important weight data for your vehicle.
Category USA
(lbs) Canada
(kg)
Gross vehicle weight 5860 2660
Capacity weight 950 430
Permissible axle weights, front 2930 1330
Permissible axle weights, rear 3020 1370
Curb weight 3990–4750 1870–2160
Max. roof load 220 100
CAUTION
When loading the vehicle, the maxi- mum gross vehicle weight and permis-sible axle weights may not be excee-ded.
Related information
Type designations (p. 654)
Towing capacity and tongue weight (p. 660)
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SPECIFICATIONS
* Option/accessory.
660
Towing capacity and tongue weight Towing capacity and tongue weight are shown in the tables below.
Category
USA
(lbs) Canada
(kg)
Max. trailer weights Without brakes: 1650 750 With brakes:
3500 1580
Max. tongue weight 350 150
CAUTION
The maximum trailer weights listed are only applicable for altitudes up to3280 ft (1,000 m) above sea level.With increasing altitude the enginepower and therefore the car's climbingability are impaired because of thereduced air density, so the maximumtrailer weight has to be reducedaccordingly. The weight of the car andtrailer must be reduced by 10% forevery further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (orpart thereof).
Related information
Type designations (p. 654)
Weights (p. 659)
Driving with a trailer (p. 457)
Trailer Stability Assist
* (p. 459)
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INDEX
671
Driver Alert Control 346
activating/deactivating 347
limitations 348
rest stop guidance 347
Driver performance 94 settings 95
Driver profile 139 edit 140, 141, 143
select 140
Driver support system 272 Drive mode 305
Drive systems 422 Driving cooling system 450
with a trailer 457
Driving economy 438
Driving through standing water 443 driving with a trailer towball load 660
towing capacity 660
E
Economical driving 438
Electrical outlet 572use 574
Electrical system 607
Electric drive motor specifications 661
electric motor 422 Range 439
Electric parking brake 411
Electronic immobilizer 251
emergency brake lights 164
Emission inspection readiness 590Energy distribution using map data 429
Engine automatic start and stop of combus-
tion engine 423
overheating 450
start 402
turn off 404
Engine braking 407, 418, 436 Engine compartment coolant 604
engine oil 602
overview 601
Engine drag control 273
Engine oil 602 filling 603
filter 602
grade and volume 662
Engine shutdown 404Engine specifications 661 Engine temperature high 450
Environment 30Ethanol content max. 10% by volume 446
Exterior dimensions 657
Extra heater (Auxiliary heater) 233
F
Federal Clean Air Act 590
Ferry transport 430
Flooded road 443
Fluids, volumes 650, 664
Fluids and oils 663, 664 Fog lights rear 163
Four-C 430 Front seat blower 222
climate 215
heating 216, 217
temperature 223
ventilation 217
Front seat manual 188
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INDEX
680Tire tread 541
Tools 552Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems) 75
Top view 135
Total airing function 238
Towbar 455
removable, attaching, installing,
mounting 455
removable, removing, detaching 455
retractable 453
Towing 461
Towing capacity and towball load 660
Towing eyelet 461TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-
tem 547
Traction control 273
Traffic information 478 Trailer driving with a trailer 457
Lamps 460
swaying 459
Trailer Stability Assist 274 trailer 459
Trailer stabilizer 274, 459
Trailer towing trailer hitch 455
Transmission 416 automatic 417, 418
Transmission fluid grade 663
Travel Link 486 Fuel 489
Notifications 488
Sports 490
weather 487
Tread depth 541 winter tires 559
Tread wear indicator 541
Trip computer 91 display in instrument panel 93
Trip odometer 91
Trip odometer resetting 94
Trip statistics 94 settings 95
Troubleshooting Adaptive Cruise Control 287
Camera unit 313
City Safety 328
Radar unit 313
TSA - Trailer Stability Assist 459
Tunnel detection 159Turn off engine 404
Turn signals 162Twin Engine general 384
Type approval HomeLink ® 466
radar system 310
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 544
Units 135 Unlocking settings 241
with key blade 250
USB socket for connecting media 498
V
Vehicle care 638, 639, 641, 642, 643, 644
leather upholstery 636
Vehicle Event Data 35 Vehicle functions in the center display 125
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WARNING
California Proposition 65 Operating, servicing and maintaining a pas- senger vehicle can expose you to chemicalsincluding engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,phthalates, and lead, which are known tothe State of California to cause cancer andbirth defects or other reproductive harm. Tominimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,do not idle the engine except as necessary,service your vehicle in a well ventilated areaand wear gloves or wash your hands fre-quently when servicing your vehicle. Formore information go towww.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.