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13. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push

catch on bracket to remove

sealant bottle from bracket. Screw

the tyre inflation hose to the free

connection of the sealant bottle.

This prevents sealant from

escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in

load compartment.

14. Remove any excess sealant

using a cloth.

15. Take the label indicating

maximum permitted speed from

Set the rocker switch on the

If the prescribed tyre pressure is

the sealant bottle and affix in the

compressor to I. The tyre is filled

not obtained within ten minutes,

driver's field of view.

with sealant.

remove the tyre repair kit. Move

the vehicle one tyre rotation.

16. Continue driving immediately so

10. The compressor pressure gauge

Reattach the tyre repair kit and

that sealant is evenly distributed

briefly indicates up to six bar

continue the filling procedure for

in the tyre. After driving approx.

whilst the sealant bottle is

ten minutes. If the prescribed tyre

six miles (but no more than ten

emptying (approx. 30 seconds).

pressure is still not obtained, the

minutes), stop and check tyre

Then the pressure starts to drop.

tyre is too badly damaged. Seek

pressure. Screw compressor air

11. All of the sealant is pumped into

the assistance of a workshop.

hose directly onto tyre valve and

the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.

compressor when doing this.

Drain excess tyre pressure with

12. The prescribed tyre pressure

the button over the pressure

should be obtained within ten

indicator.

minutes. Tyre pressure 3 182.

Do not run the compressor for

When the correct pressure is

longer than ten minutes.

obtained, switch off the

compressor.

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If unusual noise is heard or the

Make the following preparations and

compressor becomes hot, turn

observe the following information:

compressor off for at least

●

Park the vehicle on a level, firm

30 minutes.

and non-skid surface. The front

The built-in safety valve opens at a

wheels must be in the straight-

pressure of seven bar (102 psi).

ahead position.

Note the expiry date of the kit. After

●

Apply the parking brake and

this date its sealing capability is no

engage first gear or reverse gear.

longer guaranteed. Pay attention to

●

Never change more than one

storage information on sealant

wheel at once.

bottle.

●

Use the jack only to change

If tyre pressure is more than

Replace the used sealant bottle.

wheels in case of puncture, not

1.3 bar, set it to the correct value.

Dispose of the bottle as prescribed

for seasonal winter or summer

Repeat the procedure until there

by applicable laws.

tyre change.

is no more loss of pressure.

The compressor and sealant can be

●

The jack is maintenance-free.

If the tyre pressure has fallen

used from approx. -30 °C.

●

If the ground on which the vehicle

below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must

The adapters supplied can be used

is standing is soft, a solid board

not be used. Seek the assistance

to pump up other items e.g.

(max. 1 cm thick) should be

of a workshop.

footballs, air mattresses, inflatable

placed under the jack.

17. Stow away tyre repair kit in load

dinghies etc. They are located on the

●

Take heavy objects out of the

compartment.

underside of the compressor. To

vehicle before jacking up.

remove, screw on compressor air

Reinstall floor cover. Rear floor

hose and withdraw adapter.

●

No people or animals may be in

storage cover 3 53.

the vehicle when it is jacked-up.

Notice

Wheel changing

●

Never crawl under a jacked-up

The driving characteristics of the

Some vehicles are equipped with a

vehicle.

repaired tyre are severely affected,

tyre repair kit instead of a spare

therefore have this tyre replaced.

wheel.

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● Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

● Clean wheel nuts and thread with

a clean cloth before mounting the

wheel.

9 Warning

Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel

nut and wheel nut cone.

1. Steel wheels:

Pull off the wheel cover.

2. Install the wheel wrench ensuring

3. Ensure the jack is correctly

that it locates securely and loosen

positioned under the relevant

Alloy wheels with bolt caps

each wheel bolt by half a turn.

vehicle jacking point.

Disengage wheel bolt caps with a

The wheels might be protected by

screwdriver and remove. To

locking wheel bolts. To loosen

protect the wheel, place a soft

these specific bolts, first attach

cloth between the screwdriver

the adapter for the locking wheel

and the alloy wheel.

bolts onto the head of the bolt

Alloy wheels with centre cap

before installing the wheel

Insert extractor in the open slot of

wrench. The adapter is located in

the centre cap and remove the

the glovebox.

cap from the wheel. Vehicle tools

3 149.

4. Set the jack to the necessary

height. Position it directly below

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the jacking point in a manner that

Have the defective tyre renewed or

prevents it from slipping.

repaired as soon as possible.

Attach jack handle and with the

Jacking position for lifting platform

jack correctly aligned rotate

handle until wheel is clear of the

ground.

5. Unscrew the wheel bolts.

6. Change the wheel.

7. Screw on the wheel bolts.

8. Lower vehicle.

9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring

that it locates securely and tighten

Front arm position of the lifting

each bolt in a crosswise

platform at the underbody.

sequence. Tightening torque is

140 Nm.

Spare wheel

10. Align the valve hole in the wheel

Rear arm position of the lifting

Some vehicles are equipped with a

cover of the steel wheel with the

platform, located centrally under the

tyre repair kit instead of a spare

tyre valve before installing.

recess of the sill.

wheel.

Install wheel bolt caps or centre

If mounting a spare wheel, which is

cap on alloy wheel.

different from the other wheels, this

11. Stow and secure the replaced

wheel might be classified as a

wheel, the vehicle tools 3 149 and

temporary spare wheel and the

the adapter for the locking wheel

corresponding speed limits apply,

bolts 3 49.

even though no label indicates this.

Seek the assistance of a workshop to

12. Check the tyre pressure of the

check the applicable speed limit.

installed tyre and the wheel bolt

torque as soon as possible.

The spare wheel has a steel rim.

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in the spare wheel well after changing

1. Remove load compartment cover

Caution

wheels, the floor cover can be placed

and lift up load compartment floor.

on the projecting wheel.

Position the tool box and the

The use of a spare wheel that is

damaged wheel to stand upright

smaller than the other wheels or in

Temporary spare wheel

into the tool box spare.

combination with winter tyres

2. Pull up the release knob on top of

could affect driveability. Have the

Caution

the rear seat and move backrest

defective tyre replaced as soon as

forwards.

possible.

The use of the temporary spare

wheel could affect driveability.

Have the defective tyre renewed

or repaired as soon as possible.

Only mount one temporary spare

wheel. Do not drive faster than

50 mph. Take curves slowly. Do not

use for a long period of time.

If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the

rear while towing another vehicle,

mount the temporary spare wheel in

the front and the full size tyre in the

3. Place the loop end of the strap

rear.

from the tool box through the

The spare wheel is located in the load

Tyre chains 3 156.

backrest latch.

compartment beneath the floor

covering. It is secured in the recess

Storing a damaged wheel in the

4. Place the hook end of the strap

with a wing bolt.

through the loop and pull it until

load compartment using a strap

the strap is fastened securely to

The spare wheel well is not designed

Use the strap placed in the tool box.

the backrest latch.

for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel

Vehicle tools 3 149.

wider than the spare must be stowed

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Store jack and tools always in the

Jump starting

respective storage compartments

and secure them by fixing.

Do not start with a quick charger.

Damaged wheel placed in the load

A vehicle with a discharged vehicle

compartment must always be

battery can be started using jump

secured by the strap.

leads and the vehicle battery of

another vehicle.

9 Warning

Be extremely careful when starting

with jump leads. Any deviation

5. Pull back the backrests.

from the following instructions can

6. Mount the hook to the tailgate

lead to injuries or damage caused

latch.

by battery explosion or damage to

7. Tighten the strap and secure it

the electrical systems of both

using the buckle.

vehicles.

9 Warning

Storing a jack, a wheel or other

Avoid contact of the battery with

equipment in the load

eyes, skin, fabrics and painted

compartment could cause injury if

surfaces. The fluid contains

they are not fixed properly. During

sulphuric acid which can cause

a sudden stop or a collision, loose

injuries and damage in the event

equipment could strike someone.

of direct contact.

● Never expose the battery to

naked flames or sparks.

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●

A discharged vehicle battery can

●

Apply the parking brake,

3. Connect the black lead to the

already freeze at a temperature

transmission in neutral.

negative terminal of the booster

of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery

battery.

●

Open the positive terminal

before connecting jump leads.

protection caps of both vehicle

4. Connect the other end of the black

●

Wear eye protection and

batteries.

lead to a vehicle grounding point,

protective clothing when

such as the engine block or an

handling a battery.

engine mounting bolt. Connect as

far away from the discharged

●

Use a booster battery with the

vehicle battery as possible,

same voltage (12 Volts). Its

however at least 60 cm.

capacity (Ah) must not be much

less than that of the discharged

Route the leads so that they cannot

battery.

catch on rotating parts in the engine

compartment.

●

Use jump leads with insulated

terminals and a cross section of

To start the engine:

at least 16 mm².

1. Start the engine of the vehicle

●

Do not disconnect the discharged

providing the jump.

vehicle battery from the vehicle.

2. After five minutes, start the other

●

Switch off all unnecessary

Lead connection order:

engine. Start attempts should be

electrical consumers.

made for no longer than

1. Connect the red lead to the

15 seconds at an interval of

●

Do not lean over the battery

positive terminal of the booster

one minute.

during jump starting.

battery.

3. Allow both engines to idle for

●

Do not allow the terminals of one

2. Connect the other end of the red

approx. three minutes with the

lead to touch those of the other

lead to the positive terminal of the

leads connected.

lead.

discharged battery.

●

The vehicles must not come into

contact with each other during

the jump starting process.

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4. Switch on electrical consumers

Towing

(e.g. headlights, heated rear

window) of the vehicle receiving

Towing the vehicle

the jump start.

The towing eye is stowed with the

5. Reverse above sequence exactly

vehicle tools 3 149.

when removing leads.

2. Screw in the towing eye as far as

it will go until it stops in a

horizontal position.

3. Attach a tow rope - or better still a

tow rod - to the towing eye.

General

1. Disengage cap by using the

The towing eye must only be used for

screwdriver and remove the cap.

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.

Transmission in neutral.

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If using a car wash, comply with the

Appearance care

Caution

car wash manufacturer's instructions.

The windscreen wiper and rear

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Exterior care

window wiper must be switched off.

Excessive tractive force can

Remove antenna and external

Locks

damage the vehicle.

accessories such as roof racks etc.

The locks are lubricated at the factory

If you wash your vehicle by hand,

When the engine is not running,

using a high quality lock cylinder

make sure that the insides of the

considerably more force is needed to

grease. Use a de-icing agent only

wheel housings are also thoroughly

brake and steer.

when absolutely necessary, as this

rinsed out.

To prevent the entry of exhaust gases

has a degreasing effect and impairs

Clean edges and folds on opened

from the towing vehicle, switch on the

lock function. After using a de-icing

doors and the bonnet as well as the

air recirculation and close the

agent, have the locks regreased by a

areas they cover.

windows.

workshop.

Clean bright metal mouldings with a

The vehicle must be towed facing

Washing

cleaning solution approved for

forward, not faster than 88 km/h. In all

aluminium to avoid damages.

other cases and when the

The paintwork of your vehicle is

transmission is defective, the front

exposed to environmental influences.

axle must be raised off the ground.

Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.

Caution

When using automatic vehicle

Seek the assistance of a workshop.

washes, select a programme that

Always use a cleaning agent with

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

a pH value of four to nine.

includes waxing.

Insert cap and engage in the front

Do not use cleaning agents on hot

Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,

bumper.

surfaces.

pollen and the like should be cleaned

off immediately, as they contain

aggressive constituents which can

Have the door hinges of all doors

cause paint damage.

greased by a workshop.

Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

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Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the

Windows and windscreen wiper

Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel

vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use

blades

cleaner.

separate leathers for painted and

Rims are painted and can be treated

glass surfaces: remnants of wax on

Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois

with the same agents as the body.

the windows will impair vision.

leather together with window cleaner

and insect remover.

Paintwork damage

Exterior lights

When cleaning the rear window from

Rectify minor paintwork damage with

inside, always wipe in parallel to the

Headlight and other light covers are

a touch-up pen before rust forms.

heating element to prevent damage.

made of plastic. Do not use any

Have more extensive damage or rust

abrasive or caustic agents, do not use

For mechanical removal of ice, use a

areas repaired by a workshop.

an ice scraper, and do not clean them

sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the

dry.

scraper firmly against the glass so

Underbody

that no dirt can get under it and

Polishing and waxing

Some areas of the vehicle underbody

scratch the glass.

have a PVC undercoating while other

Wax painted parts of the vehicle

Clean smearing wiper blades with a

critical areas have a durable

regularly (at the latest when water no

soft cloth and window cleaner.

protective wax coating.

longer beads). Otherwise, the

Sunroof

After the underbody is washed, check

paintwork will dry out.

the underbody and have it waxed if

Polishing is necessary only if the paint

Never clean with solvents or abrasive

necessary.

has become dull or if solid deposits

agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g.

Bitumen/rubber materials could

have become attached to it.

paint cleaner, acetone-containing

damage the PVC coating. Have

solutions etc.), acidic or highly

Paintwork polish with silicone forms a

underbody work carried out by a

alkaline media or abrasive pads. Do

protective film, making waxing

workshop.

not apply wax or polishing agents to

unnecessary.

the sunroof.

Before and after winter, wash the

Unpainted plastic body parts must not

underbody and have the protective

be treated with wax or polishing

Wheels and tyres

wax coating checked.

agents.

Do not use high-pressure jet

cleaners.

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Liquid gas system

The instrument cluster and the

Plastic and rubber parts

displays should only be cleaned using

Plastic and rubber parts can be

a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a

9 Danger

cleaned with the same cleaner as

weak soap solution.

used to clean the body. Use interior

Liquid gas is heavier than air and

Clean fabric upholstery with a

cleaner if necessary. Do not use any

can collect in sink points.

vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove

other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol

stains with an upholstery cleaner.

Take care when performing work

in particular. Do not use high-

at the underbody in a pit.

Clothing fabrics may not be

pressure jet cleaners.

colourfast. This could cause visible

For painting work and when using a

discolourations, especially on light-

drying booth at a temperature above

coloured upholstery. Removable

60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be

stains and discolourations should be

removed.

cleaned as soon as possible.

Do not make any modifications to the

Clean seat belts with lukewarm water

liquid gas system.

or interior cleaner.

Caution

Interior care

Interior and upholstery

Close Velcro fasteners as open

Velcro fasteners on clothing could

Only clean the vehicle interior,

damage seat upholstery.

including the instrument panel fascia

The same applies to clothing with

and panelling, with a dry cloth or

sharp-edged objects, like zips or

interior cleaner.

belts or studded jeans.

Clean the leather upholstery with

clear water and a soft cloth. In case of

heavy soiling, use leather care.

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Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-

Service and

General information

Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,

maintenance

Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,

Service information

Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,

In order to ensure economical and

Greece, Greenland, Hungary,

safe vehicle operation and to

Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,

General information

169

maintain the value of your vehicle, it

Liechtenstein, Lithuania,

Service information

169

is of vital importance that all

Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta,

maintenance work is carried out at the

Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands,

Recommended fluids, lubricants

proper intervals as specified.

Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,

and parts

170

Recommended fluids and

The detailed, up-to-date service

San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia,

lubricants

170

schedule for your vehicle is available

Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,

at the workshop.

Switzerland, United Kingdom.

Service display 3 64.

European service intervals

International service intervals

Maintenance of your vehicle is

required every 20,000 miles or after

required every 10,000 miles or after

one year, whichever occurs first,

unless otherwise indicated in the

service display.

A shorter service interval can be valid

The international service intervals are

for severe driving behaviour, e.g. for

valid for the countries which are not

taxis and police vehicles.

listed in the European service

intervals.

The European service intervals are

valid for the following countries:

Service display 3 64.

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Service and maintenance

Confirmations

Dexos is the newest engine oil quality

Recommended fluids,

that provides optimum protection for

Confirmation of service is recorded in

lubricants and parts

petrol engines. If it is unavailable,

the Service and Warranty Booklet.

engine oils of other listed qualities

The date and mileage is completed

Recommended fluids and

have to be used. Recommendations

with the stamp and signature of the

lubricants

for petrol engines are also valid for

servicing workshop.

Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) and

Only use products that meet the

Make sure that the Service and

Ethanol (E85) fuelled engines.

recommended specifications.

Warranty Booklet is completed

Select the appropriate engine oil

correctly as continuous proof of

based on its quality and on the

9 Warning

service is essential if any warranty or

minimum ambient temperature

goodwill claims are to be met, and is

3 174.

Operating materials are

also a benefit when selling the

hazardous and could be

vehicle.

Topping up engine oil

poisonous. Handle with care. Pay

Engine oils of different manufacturers

Service interval with remaining

attention to information given on

and brands can be mixed as long as

the containers.

engine oil life duration

they comply with the required engine

The service interval is based on

oil quality and viscosity.

Engine oil

several parameters depending on

Use of engine oil with only

usage.

Engine oil is identified by its quality

ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is

and its viscosity. Quality is more

prohibited, since it can cause long-

The service display lets you know

important than viscosity when

term engine damage under certain

when to change the engine oil.

selecting which engine oil to use. The

operating conditions.

Service display 3 64.

oil quality ensures e.g. engine

Select the appropriate engine oil

cleanliness, wear protection and oil

based on its quality and on the

aging control, whereas viscosity

minimum ambient temperature

grade gives information on the oil's

3 174.

thickness over a temperature range.

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Additional engine oil additives

northern countries with very low

The use of additional engine oil

temperatures the factory filled coolant

additives could cause damage and

provides frost protection down to

invalidate the warranty.

approx. -50 °C. This concentration

should be maintained all year round.

Engine oil viscosity grades

The use of additional coolant

The SAE viscosity grade gives

additives that intend to give additional

information of the thickness of the oil.

corrosion protection or seal against

minor leaks can cause function

Multigrade oil is indicated by two

problems. Liability for consequences

figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first

resulting from the use of additional

figure, followed by a W, indicates the

coolant additives will be rejected.

low temperature viscosity and the

second figure the high temperature

Brake and clutch fluid

viscosity.

Select the appropriate viscosity grade

Over time, brake fluid absorbs

depending on the minimum ambient

moisture which will reduce braking

temperature 3 174.

effectiveness. The brake fluid should

therefore be replaced at the specified

All of the recommended viscosity

interval.

grades are suitable for high ambient

temperatures.

Coolant and antifreeze

Use only silicate-free long life coolant

(LLC) antifreeze approved for the

vehicle. Consult a workshop.

The system is factory filled with

coolant designed for excellent

corrosion protection and frost

protection down to approx. -36 °C. In

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Vehicle identification

Vehicle Identification

Number

Vehicle identification

172

Vehicle Identification Number .. 172

Identification plate

173

Engine identification

173

Vehicle data

174

Recommended fluids and

lubricants

174

Engine data

177

Performance

178

The Vehicle Identification Number

Vehicle weight

179

may be embossed on the instrument

Vehicle dimensions

180

panel, visible through the windscreen.

Capacities

181

Tyre pressures

182

The Vehicle Identification Number is

located in the engine compartment.

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Information on identification label:

Identification plate

Engine identification

1 : manufacturer

The technical data tables use the

2 : type approval number

engine identifier code. Engine data

3 : vehicle identification number

3 177.

4 : permissible gross vehicle weight

To identify the respective engine,

rating in kg

refer to the EEC Certificate of

5 : permissible gross train weight

Conformity provided with your vehicle

in kg

or other national registration

6 : maximum permissible front axle

documents.

load in kg

7 : maximum permissible rear axle

The Certificate of Conformity shows

load in kg

the engine identifier code, other

national publications may show the

The combined total of front and rear

engineering code. Check piston

axle loads must not exceed the

displacement and engine power to

The identification plate is located on

permissible gross vehicle weight. For

identify the respective engine.

the left door frame.

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.

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Technical data

Vehicle data

Recommended fluids and lubricants

European service schedule

Required engine oil quality

All European countries with European service interval 3 169

Engine oil quality

Petrol engines

(including LPG, E85)

dexos 1

dexos 2

✔

In case dexos quality is unavailable, you may use max. 1 litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oil change.

Engine oil viscosity grades

All European countries with European service interval 3 169

Ambient temperature

Petrol engines

down to -25 °C

SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40

below -25 °C

SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40

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