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prior to downhill gradients (manual gearbox or Tiptronic mode of the
automatic gearbox) to additionally make use of engine braking. The brake system could otherwise
overheat and fail.
will change because of the
trailer load and the increased combined towing weight of the vehicle and trailer.
When driving with this combination, drive particularly carefully and slowly.
Pulling off on slopes when towing a trailer
Depending on the steepness of the uphill gradient and the total weight of the trailer and vehicle, a
vehicle towing a trailer could roll back a short distance when moving off on a hill.
When towing a trailer, pull off on slopes as follows:
once to switch off the electronic parking brake ⇒ Electronic parking brake .
ly.
⇒ Manual gearbox: selecting a gear or selector lever position D/S⇒ DSG® dual
clutch gearbox .
button and hold it in this position to hold the vehicle and trailer with the electronic
parking brake.
ake pedal.
button only when the engine has sufficient power to move off.
WARNING
Incorrect trailer towing can cause loss of vehicle control and serious personal injury.
and increase the braking distance.
pt your speed and driving style to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
Reduce your speed, particularly when going downhill.
care when overtaking. Reduce your speed immediately if the trailer shows even the
slightest sign of snaking.
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First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
Checklist
Always carry out the following actions for changing a bulb in the given order ⇒ :
Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic.
Switch on the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake.
Turn the light switch to position 0 Switching lights on and off.
Move the turn signal and main beam lever to neutral position Switching turn signals on and off.
Automatic gearbox: move the selector lever to position P DSG® dual clutch gearbox.
Stop the engine and remove the vehicle key from the ignition Starting the engine.
Manual gearbox: select a gear Manual gearbox: selecting a gear.
Allow the orientation lighting to go out Coming Home and Leaving Home function (orientation
lighting).
Leave the defective bulbs to cool down.
Check to see if a fuse has visibly blown Changing fuses.
Follow the instructions to change the affected bulb . Always replace bulbs with identical bulbs of the
same type. The designation is inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass part or on the base.
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Depress and hold the brake pedal until you have switched off the ignition.
Switch on the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake.
Move the gear lever to neutral position Manual gearbox: selecting a gear or move the selector lever
to position P DSG® dual clutch gearbox.
Switch off the ignition and remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock Starting and stopping the
engine.
Allow the engine to cool sufficiently.
Children and other people should be kept well away from the engine compartment.
Ensure that the vehicle cannot roll away unexpectedly.
WARNING
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to severe injuries.
Opening and closing the bonnet
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Changing a wheel can be dangerous, especially when carried out at the side of a road. Please
observe the following steps in order to reduce the risk of serious injuries:
as soon as possible and when safe to do so. Park the vehicle at a safe distance
from moving traffic in order to carry out the wheel change.
work during the wheel change.
board or similar support for the vehicle jack.
urself when you feel confident with carrying out the procedure. If not,
seek expert assistance.
ver
to the position P or select a gear on a manual gearbox in order to reduce the risk of unintended
vehicle movement.
immediately after changing a wheel.
n the case of vehicles with a Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, the system must be re-synchronised
immediately after a wheel change⇒ Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator .
Preparations for changing a wheel
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
Checklist
The following actions must always be carried out in the given order in preparation for changing the
wheel ⇒ :
If your vehicle has a flat tyre, park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from
moving traffic.
Switch on the electronic parking brake Parking and manoeuvring.
DSG® dual clutch gearbox: move the selector lever to position P DSG® dual clutch gearbox.
Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.
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-piece wheel bolts: use only two-piece wheel bolts.
Lifting the vehicle with the jack
Fig. 205 Jacking points.
Fig. 206 Jack fitted at the rear on the left-side of the vehicle.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
The jack may be positioned only at the reinforcements on the underbody, which are located behind
the markings on the body ⇒ Fig. 205 . Always use the jacking point closest to the wheel you are
working on ⇒ .
Checklist
For your own safety, carry out the following points in the specified order ⇒ :
Choose a firm and level surface suitable for lifting the vehicle.
Switch off the engine. Select a gear on vehicles with a manual gearbox or move the selector lever to
position P on vehicles with DSG® dual clutch gearbox DSG® dual clutch gearbox and switch on the
electronic parking brake Parking and manoeuvring.
Chock the wheel diagonally opposite using collapsible chocks or other suitable objects.
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The air compressor from the breakdown set may be operated from the 12-volt socket, even if the
power rating on the type plate of the air compressor exceeds the maximum power rating of the
socket.
Preparations
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction
Checklist
Always carry out the following actions in the given order ⇒ :
If your vehicle has a flat tyre, park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from
moving traffic.
Switch on the electronic parking brake Parking and manoeuvring.
DSG® dual clutch gearbox: move the selector lever to position P DSG® dual clutch gearbox.
Switch off the engine and remove the key from the ignition.
Manual gearbox: select a gear Manual gearbox: selecting a gear.
Ask all vehicle occupants to leave the vehicle and stand at a safe distance away from moving traffic.
Switch on the hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle In an emergency. Observe any
legal requirements.
Check whether the puncture can be repaired with the breakdown set The tyre sealant must not be
used:.
When towing a trailer: unhitch the trailer from the vehicle and park it properly .
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a) In certain European countries, the activation of or permission to use radio technology may be
restricted, not possible, or possible only when additional requirements have been fulfilled.
Technical data
Notes on technical data
Unless otherwise indicated or separately listed, the technical data apply to the basic model. The
values may differ if additional equipment is fitted, for different model versions and for special
vehicles and in the case of country-specific vehicle specifications. All data in the official vehicle
documents take precedence over these data.
Engine
The vehicle data sticker and the official vehicle documents show which engine is installed in your
vehicle.
Weight
The values for the kerb weight in the following tables apply for the road-ready vehicle with driver
(75 kg), service fluids including fuel tank carrying 90% of its capacity and, where applicable, tools and
spare tyre ⇒ . Additional equipment and retrofitted accessories increase the stated kerb weight
and reduce the maximum permitted load accordingly.
The load comprises the weights of the following:
system
Performance figures
In certain vehicles with heavy duty running gear, the engine could be governed to provide a
maximum speed of 210 km/h.
The performance figures were measured without equipment which may negatively influence
performance, such as a roof carrier or mudflaps.
Gross combination weight
The specified gross combination weights are applicable only for altitudes up to 1,000 m above sea
level. The maximum gross combination weight must be reduced by approximately 10% for every
further started 1,000 m in altitude.
Notes on the tables
Gearbox abbreviations: MG = manual gearbox, AG = automatic gearbox, DSG® = DSG® dual clutch
gearbox. MG6 = 6-speed manual gearbox.
WARNING
