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Vauxhall Astra 2014 Owner's Manual

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    0 - 1 owner’s manual model year 2014.5 edition: january 2014 kta-2685/9-vx-en vauxhall astra owner’s manual model year 2014.5 edition: january 2014 kta-2685/9-vx-en.

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    Introduction .................................... 2 in brief ............................................ 6 keys, doors and windows ............ 21 seats, restraints ........................... 38 storage ........................................ 60 instruments and controls ........... 100 lighting ....

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    2 introduction introduction.

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    Introduction 3 vehicle specific data please enter your vehicle's data on the previous page to keep it easily accessible. This information is available in the sections "service and maintenance" and "technical data" as well as on the identification plate. Introduction your vehicle is a designed combin...

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    4 introduction danger, warnings and cautions 9 danger text marked 9 danger provides information on risk of fatal injury. Disregarding this information may endanger life. 9 warning text marked 9 warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to inju...

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    Introduction 5.

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    6 in brief in brief initial drive information vehicle unlocking press button c to unlock the doors and load compartment. Open the doors by pulling the handles. 5-door hatchback, sports tourer to open the tailgate, push the touchpad switch below the brand emblem..

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    In brief 7 3-door hatchback to open the tailgate, push the brand emblem at the bottom half. Press button x on remote control to unlock and open the tailgate. The doors remain locked. 4-door saloon press button x on the remote control for at least 2 seconds; the boot lid opens slightly. Radio remote ...

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    8 in brief seat backrests pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the seat to engage audibly. Seat position 3 40, seat adjustment 3 40, seat folding 3 43. Seat height lever pumping motion up = seat higher down = seat lower seat position 3 40, seat adjustment 3 40. Seat inclination le...

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    In brief 9 power seat adjustment operate switch 1: forwards/ backwards = length adjustment upwards/ downwards = height adjustment upwards/ downwards at front = inclination adjustment operate switch 2: forwards/ backwards at the top = backrest adjustment power seat adjustment 3 44, seat folding 3 43....

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    10 in brief seat belt pull out the seat belt and engage in belt buckle. The seat belt must not be twisted and must fit close against the body. The backrest must not be tilted back too far (maximum approx. 25 °). To release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Seat position 3 40, seat belts 3 47, a...

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    In brief 11 steering wheel adjustment unlock the lever, adjust the steering wheel, then engage the lever and ensure it is fully locked. Do not adjust the steering wheel unless the vehicle is stationary and the steering wheel lock has been released. Airbag system 3 50, ignition positions 3 161..

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    12 in brief instrument panel overview.

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    In brief 13 1 power windows ..................... 33 2 exterior mirrors ..................... 31 3 cruise control ..................... 179 speed limiter ....................... 181 adaptive cruise control ....... 182 forward collision alert ......... 189 4 side air vents ...................... 158 ...

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    14 in brief rear fog light ...................... 146 instrument illumination ....... 147 exterior lighting turn light switch: 7 = lights off 8 = sidelights 9 = low beam automatic light control auto = automatic light control: exterior lighting is switched on and off automatically m = activation or d...

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    In brief 15 headlight flash, high beam and low beam headlight flash = pull lever high beam = push lever low beam = push or pull lever automatic light control 3 139, high beam 3 139, headlight flash 3 140, adaptive forward lighting 3 141. Turn and lane-change signals lever up = right turn signal leve...

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    16 in brief horn press j. Washer and wiper systems windscreen wiper 2 = fast 1 = slow p = interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor § = off for a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Windscreen wiper 3 102, wiper blade replacement 3 228. Windscreen and headl...

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    In brief 17 rear window wiper press the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper: upper switch = continuous operation lower switch = intermittent operation middle posi‐ tion = off rear window washer push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times. Rear w...

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    18 in brief demisting and defrosting the windows press button v. Set the temperature control to the highest level. Cooling n on. Heated rear window Ü on. Climate control system 3 151. Transmission manual transmission reverse: with the vehicle stationary, wait 3 seconds after depressing clutch pedal ...

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    In brief 19 starting off check before starting off ■ tyre pressure and condition 3 257, 3 306. ■ engine oil level and fluid levels 3 223. ■ all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational. ■ proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat be...

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    20 in brief parking ■ always apply the parking brake. Activate the manual parking brake without pressing the release button. Apply as firmly as possible on a downhill slope or uphill slope. Depress foot brake at the same time to reduce operating force. For vehicles with electric parking brake, pull ...

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    Keys, doors and windows 21 keys, doors and windows keys, locks ................................... 21 doors ........................................... 26 vehicle security ............................ 28 exterior mirrors ............................ 31 interior mirrors ............................. ...

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    22 keys, doors and windows radio remote control used to operate: ■ central locking system ■ anti-theft locking system ■ anti-theft alarm system ■ power windows ■ sunroof the radio remote control has a range of approx. 20 metres. It can be restricted by external influences. The hazard warning flasher...

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    Keys, doors and windows 23 key with foldaway key section extend the key and open the unit. Replace the battery (battery type cr 2032), paying attention to the installation position. Close the unit and synchronise. Radio remote control synchronisation after replacing the battery, unlock the door with...

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    24 keys, doors and windows unlocking press button c. Two settings are selectable: ■ to unlock only the driver's door, load compartment and fuel filler flap, press button c once. To unlock all doors, press button c twice or ■ press button c once to unlock all doors, load compartment and fuel filler f...

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    Keys, doors and windows 25 fault in radio remote control system unlocking manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. Switch on the ignition and press the central locking button c to unlock the other doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. By switching on the ignition, th...

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    26 keys, doors and windows 9 warning use the child locks whenever children are occupying the rear seats. Using a key or suitable screwdriver, turn the child lock in the rear door to the horizontal position. The door cannot be opened from the inside. To deactivate, turn the child lock to the vertical...

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    Keys, doors and windows 27 pressing button x opens the tailgate even if the doors are locked. Sports tourer after unlocking, push the touchpad switch under the tailgate moulding and open the tailgate. Central locking system 3 23. 4-door saloon to unlock the boot lid, press button x on the remote con...

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    28 keys, doors and windows closing use one of the interior handles. Do not push the touchpad switch or the emblem whilst closing as this will unlock the tailgate again. Central locking system 3 23. General hints for operating tailgate 9 danger do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.G. When t...

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    Keys, doors and windows 29 activating press e on the radio remote control twice within 15 seconds. Anti-theft alarm system the anti-theft alarm system is combined with the central locking system. It monitors: ■ doors, tailgate, bonnet ■ passenger compartment including adjoining load compartment ■ ve...

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    30 keys, doors and windows 1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows and sunroof. 2. Press button o. Led in the button o illuminates for a maximum of 10 minutes. 3. Close doors. 4. Activate the anti-theft alarm system. Status message is displayed in the driver information centre. Status led status led is i...

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    Keys, doors and windows 31 immobiliser the system is part of the ignition switch and checks whether the vehicle is allowed to be started with the key being used. The immobiliser is activated automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch. If the control indicator d flashes whe...

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    32 keys, doors and windows electric folding turn control to 0, then push the control down. Both exterior mirrors will fold. Push the control down again - both exterior mirrors return to their original position. If an electrically folded mirror is manually extended, pressing down the control will onl...

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    Keys, doors and windows 33 automatic anti-dazzle dazzle from following vehicles at night is automatically reduced. Windows windscreen heat-reflecting windscreen the heat-reflecting windscreen has a coating which reflects solar radiation. Also data signals, e.G. From toll stations, might be reflected...

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    34 keys, doors and windows keep a close watch on the windows when closing them. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped in them as they move. Switch on ignition to operate power windows. Retained power off 3 161. Operate the switch for the respective window by pushing to open or pulling to close. Pushin...

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    Keys, doors and windows 35 press and hold c button to open windows. Press and hold e button to close windows. Release button to stop window movement. If the windows are fully opened or closed, the hazard warning lights will flash twice. Overload if the windows are repeatedly operated within short in...

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    36 keys, doors and windows a ticket holder is located on the backside of the sun visor. Roof sunroof 9 warning take care when operating the sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly to children. Keep a close watch on the movable parts when operating them. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped in them as t...

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    Keys, doors and windows 37 if the sunroof is raised, it can be opened in one step by pressing p. Sunblind the sunblind is manually operated. Close or open the sunblind by sliding. When the sunroof is open, the sunblind is always open. General hints safety function if the sunroof encounters resistanc...

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    38 seats, restraints seats, restraints head restraints ............................ 38 front seats ................................... 40 rear seats ................................... 47 seat belts ..................................... 47 airbag system .............................. 50 child restra...

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    Seats, restraints 39 horizontal adjustment to adjust horizontally, pull the head restraint forwards. It engages in several positions. To return to its rearmost position, pull fully forwards and release. Head restraints on rear seats height adjustment pull the head restraint upwards or press the catc...

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    40 seats, restraints front seats seat position 9 warning only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. ■ sit with buttocks as far back against the backrest as possible. Adjust the distance between the seat and the pedals so that legs are slightly angled when pressing the pedals. Slide the front passe...

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    Seats, restraints 41 9 warning never store any subjects under the seats. Drive only with engaged seats and backrests. Seat positioning pull handle, slide seat, release handle. Seat backrests pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the backrest to engage audibly. Seat height lever pum...

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    42 seats, restraints seat inclination lever pumping motion up = front end higher down = front end lower lumbar support adjust lumbar support using the four- way switch to suit personal requirements. Moving support up and down: push switch up or down. Increasing and decreasing support: push switch fo...

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    Seats, restraints 43 side bolster, vxr version adjust seat width and backrest width using the switches to suit personal requirements. Operate front rocker switch to change seat width. Operate rear rocker switch to change backrest width. Seat folding caution when seat height is in highest position, p...

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    44 seats, restraints 9 danger move the backrest to an upright position before folding to avoid injury. Seat folding on power seats lift release lever and fold backrest forwards. The seat slides automatically forwards to the stop. To restore lift backrest to upright position and engage. The seat slid...

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    Seats, restraints 45 seat height move switch upwards/downwards. Seat inclination move front of switch upwards/ downwards. Seat backrests turn switch forwards/backwards. Lumbar support adjust lumbar support using the four- way switch to suit personal requirements. Moving support up and down: push swi...

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    46 seats, restraints adjustable thigh support pull the lever and slide the thigh support. Overload if the seat setting is electrically overloaded, the power supply is automatically cut-off for a short time. Armrest the armrest can be slid forwards by 10 cm. Under the armrest there is a storage compa...

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    Seats, restraints 47 rear seats armrest fold armrest down. The armrest contains cupholders and a storage box. Seat belts the seat belts are locked during heavy acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle holding the occupants in the sitting position. Therefore the risk of injury is considerably redu...

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    48 seats, restraints seat belt reminder front seats are equipped with a seat belt reminder, indicated for driver seat as control indicator x in the tachometer 3 113 and for passenger seat in the centre console 3 111. Belt force limiters on the front seats, stress on the body is reduced by the gradua...

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    Seats, restraints 49 9 warning the belt must not rest against hard or fragile objects in the pockets of your clothing. Seat belt reminder x 3 113. Height adjustment 1. Pull belt out slightly. 2. Press button. 3. Adjust height and engage. Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. I...

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    50 seats, restraints using the seat belt while pregnant 9 warning the lap belt must be positioned as low as possible across the pelvis to prevent pressure on the abdomen. Airbag system the airbag system consists of a number of individual systems depending on the scope of equipment. When triggered, t...

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    Seats, restraints 51 additionally there is a warning label on the side of the instrument panel, visible when the front passenger door is open, or on the front passenger sun visor. The front airbag system is triggered in the event of a front-end impact of a certain severity. The ignition must be swit...

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    52 seats, restraints the inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis in the event of a side-on collision considerably. 9 warning keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions. Note only use protective seat covers that have ...

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    Seats, restraints 53 the front passenger airbag system can be deactivated via a key- operated switch on the right side of the instrument panel. Use the ignition key to choose the position: *off = front passenger airbag is deactivated and will not inflate in the event of a collision. Control indicato...

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    54 seats, restraints change status only when the vehicle is stopped with the ignition off. Status remains until the next change. Control indicator for airbag deactivation 3 113. Child restraints child restraint systems we recommend the vauxhall child restraint system which is tailored specifically t...

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    Seats, restraints 55 ensure that the mounting location of the child restraint system within the vehicle is correct, see following tables. Allow children to enter and exit the vehicle only on the side facing away from the traffic. When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a ...

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    56 seats, restraints child restraint installation locations permissible options for fitting a child restraint system weight and age class on front passenger seat on rear outboard seats on rear centre seat activated airbag deactivated airbag group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months x u 1 u 2 u group...

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    Seats, restraints 57 permissible options for fitting an isofix child restraint system weight class size class fixture on front passenger seat on rear outboard seats on rear centre seat group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months e iso/r1 x il x group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years e iso/r1 x il x ...

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    58 seats, restraints il = suitable for particular isofix restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories. The isofix restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type. Iuf = suitable for isofix forward-facing child restraint systems of universal...

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    Seats, restraints 59 isofix child restraint systems fasten vehicle-approved isofix child restraint systems to the isofix mounting brackets. Specific vehicle isofix child restraint system positions are marked in the table by il. Isofix mounting brackets are indicated by a label on the backrest. Top-t...

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    60 storage storage storage compartments ................ 60 load compartment ....................... 82 roof rack system ......................... 97 loading information ..................... 98 storage compartments 9 warning do not store heavy or sharp objects in the storage compartments. Otherwise...

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    Storage 61 depending on the version, cupholders are located under a cover in the centre console. Slide cover backwards. Bottles can be stowed after folding up the intermediate shelf 3 63. Additional cupholders are located in the rear armrest. Fold down the armrest. Front storage a storage compartmen...

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    62 storage underseat storage press button in the recess and pull out drawer. Maximum load: 3 kg. To close, push in and engage. On version with rear carrier system 3 64, the tyre repair kit is stowed in the drawer. Tyre repair kit 3 262. Armrest storage storage under the front armrest press button to...

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    Storage 63 centre console storage front console the storage container can be used to store small items. Depending on the version, a storage compartment is located under a cover. Slide cover backwards. Press button to remove the frame of the cupholder. The frame can be stowed in the glovebox. A furth...

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    64 storage rear carrier system rear carrier system for two bicycles the rear carrier system (flex-fix system) allows bicycles to be attached to a pull-out carrier integrated into the vehicle floor. The transportation of other objects is not permitted. The maximum load of the rear carrier system is 4...

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    Storage 65 completely pull out the rear carrier system until you hear it engage. Ensure that it is not possible to push in the rear carrier system without pulling the release lever again 9 warning it is only permissible to fit objects to the rear carrier system if the system has been correctly engag...

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    66 storage check the cable and lamp position to make sure these are correctly installed and are securely located. Lock the rear carrier system swivel the right clamping lever (1) first, followed by the left clamping lever (2), until a resistance is noticeable. The rear carrier system is locked when ...

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    Storage 67 unfold pedal crank recesses fold one or both pedal crank recesses upwards until the diagonal support engages. Remove the pedal crank mounts from the pedal crank recesses. Adapting the rear carrier system to a bicycle press the release lever and withdraw the wheel recesses..

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    68 storage push the release lever on the strap retainer and remove the strap retainer. Prepare the bicycle for attachment note the maximum width for the pedal crank is 38.3 mm and the maximum depth is 14.4 mm. Rotate the left pedal (without a chain cog) vertically downwards. The pedal on the left pe...

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    Storage 69 put on the bicycle. The pedal crank here must be placed in the pedal crank recess opening, as shown in the illustration. Caution make sure that the pedal does not touch the surface of the rear end carrier. Otherwise the crankset might be damaged during the transport. Insert pedal crank mo...

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    70 storage align the bicycle in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle: slightly loosen the pedal mount. Place the bicycle upright using the rotary lever on the pedal crank recess. If the two bicycles obstruct one another, the relative positions of the bicycles can be adapted by adjusting the whe...

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    Storage 71 removing a bicycle from the rear carrier system undo strap retainers on both bicycle tyres. Hold on to the bicycle, loosen the attachment screw for the pedal bearing mount, then lift the pedal bearing mount to remove it. Retracting the rear carrier system push the pedal crank mounts into ...

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    72 storage disengage the locking lever on the diagonal support and fold both pedal crank recesses down. 9 warning risk of pinching. Swivel first the left clamping lever (1), followed by the right clamping lever (2), until they stop. Push the clamping lever down and pull both lamp supports out of the...

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    Storage 73 push the release lever up and hold. Lift the system slightly and push it into the bumper until it engages. Release lever must return to original position. 9 warning if the system cannot be correctly engaged, please seek the assistance of a workshop. Rear carrier system for four bicycles t...

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    74 storage caution consult your bicycle dealer before attaching bicycles with carbon frames. The bicycles might get damaged. Extending open the tailgate. 9 warning no-one should be in the extension zone of the rear carrier system, risk of injury. Pull release lever up. The system disengages and trav...

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    Storage 75 fold out tail lamps fold out both tail lamps. Lock the rear carrier system swivel both clamping levers sidewards as far as they will go. Otherwise safe functionality is not guaranteed. Fold out wheel recesses fold out both wheel recesses. Assembling the bicycle rack lift the rack at the r...

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    76 storage push down the rack (1) and swivel handle (2) backwards to engage. Attaching the first bicycle 1. Rotate the pedals into position (as shown in the illustration) and put the bicycle on the foremost wheel recess. Make sure that the bicycle stands centrally on the wheel recesses. 2. Attach th...

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    Storage 77 attaching the adapter when carrying more than two bicycles, the adapter must be fixed before the second bicycle is attached. 1. Apply the adapter to the rear carrier system as shown in the illustration. 2. Turn the lever (1) forwards and hold, then lower the adapter (2) at the rear. 3. Re...

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    78 storage 3. Position the bicycles on the rear carrier system alternately aligned to the left and to the right. 4. Align the bicycles to the one attached before. The wheel hubs of the bicycles must not touch each other. 5. Attach the bicycles with mounting brackets and strap retainers as described ...

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    Storage 79 it is recommended to attach a warning sign at the rearmost bicycle to increase visibility. Fold the rear carrier system backwards the rear carrier system can be folded backwards to get access to the load compartment. ■ without attached adapter: push the lever (1) to disengage and hold. Pu...

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    80 storage 2. Unbutton the strap. 3. Turn the lever (1) forwards and hold. 4. Lift the adapter (2) at the rear and remove. Disassembling the bicycle rack arrange mounting brackets as shown in the illustration. Swivel handle (1) forwards to disengage and lift the rack (2). Fold the rack backwards, th...

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    Storage 81 stow the strap retainers accurately. Unlock the rear carrier system swivel both clamping levers inwards as far as they will go. Fold in tail lamps swivel in both tail lamps. Fold in number plate holder lift the number plate holder and fold it forwards. Retracting the rear carrier system c...

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    82 storage load compartment the rear seat backrest is divided into two parts. Both parts can be folded down. Load compartmentextension, 3-door and 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon ■ only 3-door and 5-door hatchback: remove the load compartment cover if necessary. ■ press and hold the catch to push th...

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    Storage 83 or damage to the load or vehicle in the event of hard braking or a collision. The seat belt of the centre seat could be blocked when the backrest is folded up too quickly. To unlock the retractor, push in the seat belt or pull it out by approx. 20 mm then release. Load compartment extensi...

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    84 storage if the vehicle is to be loaded via a rear door, take the seat belt out of the seat backrest guide and put it behind the retainer (as shown in the illustration). ■ to fold up, raise the backrests and guide them into an upright position until they engage audibly. Ensure that the seat belts ...

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    Storage 85 raise the seat cushion and fold the backrest ■ pull the strap on one or both seat cushions and lift the rear of the cushion forwards. ■ press and hold the catch to push the head restraints down 3 38. ■ pull the release lever on one or both sides of the backrests and fold down onto the sea...

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    86 storage the closed cover can be secured from the side of the load compartment. Turn the knob 90°: knob hori‐ zontal = cover secured from the side of the passenger compartment knob vertical = cover not secured rear storage 3-door hatchback press both buttons and fold down cover. Maximum load: 0.5 ...

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    Storage 87 lift cover at the rear and push it upwards at the front. Remove the cover. If the height adjustable cover is mounted in the middle or upper position, the load compartment cover can be stowed below it. Height adjustable cover 3 88. Fitting engage cover in side guides and fold downwards. At...

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    88 storage removing cover open the load compartment cover. Pull the release lever on the right side up and hold it. Lift the cover first on the right side and remove from retainers. The removed cover can be stored under the rear floor cover like shown in the graphic. Rear floor storage cover 3 88. I...

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    Storage 89 height adjustable cover, 3-door hatchback, 5-door hatchback the height adjustable cover can be mounted in three positions: ■ directly above the rear floor cover (1), ■ in a middle position (2) ■ in an upper position (3). Caution ensure that the front and rear end of the height adjustable ...

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    90 storage note ■ if mounted in position 2 or 3, the space between the rear floor cover and the height adjustable cover can be used as a stowage compartment. ■ the height adjustable cover can be lifted and hooked in with the strap when it is mounted in position 1 or 2. ■ if mounted in position 2, an...

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    Storage 91 lashing eyes the lashing eyes are designed to secure items against slippage, e.G. Using lashing straps or luggage net. Cargo management system the flexorganizer is a flexible system for dividing up the load compartment. The system consists of: ■ adapters, ■ mesh pockets, ■ hooks, ■ servic...

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    92 storage net pocket insert adapters into the required position in the rails. The net pocket can be suspended from the adapters. Installation of hooks in the rails insert the hook in the desired position first in the upper groove of the rail and then press in the lower groove. To remove, first pull...

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    Storage 93 alternatively install both hooks in the lower rail. Plug in the lower brackets of the box from above into the lower hooks. Strap set insert the adapters of the strap set in a rail. Make sure that the belt is not twisted. The strap set has two locks to open. The belt can be tightened. Safe...

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    94 storage behind the front seats attach strap to eyes underneath the rear seat cushion. Fold backrests forward. To get a flat load bay, first fold seat cushion before attaching the safety net. Move front seats forward to ease tension if necessary. Installation of the rod there are two installation ...

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    Storage 95 sports tourer fold down straps. Stow the warning triangle in the space behind the straps on the inside of the tailgate. 4-door saloon stow the warning triangle in the recess on the left side of the load compartment. First aid kit 5-door hatchback stow the first aid kit in the stowage comp...

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    96 storage 3-door hatchback stow the first aid kit in the stowage compartment behind the warning triangle. Use the recesses to fold down the cover. Depending on the equipment, the first aid kit can be stored in the rear storage 3 86. Sports tourer fold down strap. Stow the first aid kit in the space...

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    Storage 97 roof rack system roof rack for safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. For further information contact your workshop. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in use. Mounting roof rack detach the ...

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    98 storage loading information ■ heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed against the seat backrests. Ensure that the backrests are securely engaged. If objects can be stacked, heavier objects should be placed at the bottom. ■ secure objects with lashing straps attached to the lashing ...

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    Storage 99 vehicle weight (see identification plate 3 284) and the ec kerb weight. To calculate the payload, enter the data for your vehicle in the weights table at the front of this manual. The ec kerb weight includes weights for the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90 % full). O...

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    100 instruments and controls instruments and controls controls ..................................... 100 warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ......................................... 108 information displays ................... 119 vehicle messages ...................... 126 trip computer .........

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    Instruments and controls 101 heated steering wheel activate heating by pressing * button. Activation is indicated by the led in the button. The recommended grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker and to a higher temperature than the other areas. Heating is operational when the engine is ...

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    102 instruments and controls windscreen wiper/washer windscreen wiper 2 = fast 1 = slow p = interval wiping § = off for a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. Switch off in car washes. Adjustable wiper interval wiper lever in pos...

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    Instruments and controls 103 adjustable sensitivity of the rain sensor turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the sensitivity: low sensi‐ tivity = turn adjuster wheel downwards high sensi‐ tivity = turn adjuster wheel upwards keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Windscreen and headlight washer p...

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    104 instruments and controls rear window wiper/washer press the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper: upper posi‐ tion = continuous operation lower posi‐ tion = intermittent operation middle posi‐ tion = off push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear window and the wiper wipes a fe...

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    Instruments and controls 105 if outside temperature drops to 3 °c, a warning message is displayed in the driver information centre with uplevel-display or uplevel-combi- display. 9 warning the road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above 0 °c. Clock date and ...

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    106 instruments and controls note if rds auto time adjust is activated, time and date are automatically set by the system. See infotainment system manual for further information. Set time to adjust the time settings, select the set time menu item. Turn the multifunction knob to adjust the first sett...

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    Instruments and controls 107 a further 12 volt power outlet is located in the rear console. Fold the cover downwards. Sports tourer: a 12 volt power outlet is located at the left sidewall in the load compartment. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts. With ignition off, the power ...

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    108 instruments and controls warning lights, gauges and indicators instrument cluster in some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched on. Speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer the bottom line displays the recorded distance in ...

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    Instruments and controls 109 caution if the needle is in the red warning zone, the maximum permitted engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk. Fuel gauge displays the fuel level or gas level in the tank depending on the operation mode. Control indicator i illuminates if the level in the tank is low....

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    110 instruments and controls displays the coolant temperature. Left area = engine operating temperature not yet reached central area = normal operating temperature right area = temperature too high caution if engine coolant temperature is too high, stop vehicle, switch off engine. Danger to engine. ...

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    Instruments and controls 111 code appears in the driver information centre. Have engine oil and filter changed by a workshop within one week or 300 miles (whichever occurs first). Driver information centre 3 119. Service information 3 281. Control indicators the control indicators described are not ...

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    112 instruments and controls control indicators in the instrument cluster.

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    Instruments and controls 113 control indicators in the centre console turn signal o illuminates or flashes green. Illuminates briefly the parking lights are switched on. Flashes a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are activated. Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal light or associated f...

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    114 instruments and controls * illuminates yellow. The front passenger airbag is deactivated 3 52. 9 danger risk of fatal injury for a child using a child restraint system together with activated front passenger airbag. Risk of fatal injury for an adult person with deactivated front passenger airbag...

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    Instruments and controls 115 9 warning stop. Do not continue your journey. Consult a workshop. Illuminates after the ignition is switched on if the manual parking brake is applied 3 172. Operate pedal - illuminates or flashes yellow. Illuminates brake pedal needs to be depressed to release the elect...

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    116 instruments and controls upshift [ illuminates green as control indicator, or is shown as a symbol in the driver information centre with uplevel-display or uplevel-combi- display, when upshifting is recommended for fuel saving reasons. On some versions gear shift indication is popped up as full ...

  • Page 118

    Instruments and controls 117 have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. Flashes the system is actively engaged. Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked automatically to a small degree. Electronic stability control 3 175, traction control system 3 174. Traction control sys...

  • Page 119

    118 instruments and controls 3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without impeding other vehicles. 4. Switch off ignition. 9 warning when the engine is off, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. During an autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational. D...

  • Page 120

    Instruments and controls 119 fog light > illuminates green. The front fog lights are on 3 145. Rear fog light r illuminates yellow. The rear fog light is on 3 146. Low washer fluid g illuminates yellow. The washer fluid level is low. Washer fluid 3 226. Cruise control m illuminates white or green. I...

  • Page 121

    120 instruments and controls ■ trip/fuel information ■ vehicle messages, displayed as code numbers 3 126. In the uplevel-display the following main menus can be selected by pushing the menu button: ■ vehicle information menu ■ trip/fuel information menu ■ performance menu in the uplevel-combi-displa...

  • Page 122

    Instruments and controls 121 turn the adjuster wheel to highlight a menu option or to set a numeric value. Press the set/clr button to select a function or to confirm a message. Vehicle information menu press the menu button to select the vehicle information menu, or on uplevel-combi-display select ...

  • Page 123

    122 instruments and controls ■ speed warning: if exceeding the preset speed, a warning chime will be activated ■ traffic sign assistant: displays detected traffic signs for the current route section 3 204 ■ following dist.: displays the distance to a preceding moving vehicle 3 192 selection and indi...

  • Page 124

    Instruments and controls 123 submenus are: ■ shift indication: current gear is indicated inside an arrow. The figure above recommends upshifting for fuel saving reasons. Eco index display: the current fuel consumption is indicated on a segment display. For economical driving adapt your driving chara...

  • Page 125

    124 instruments and controls performance menu press the menu button to select the performance menu, or select c on uplevel-combi-display. Turn the adjuster wheel to select a submenu. Press the set/clr button to confirm. Submenus are: ■ acceleration: display of current acceleration in all directions....

  • Page 126

    Instruments and controls 125 colour-info-display the colour-info-display indicates in colour: ■ time 3 105 ■ outside temperature 3 104 ■ date 3 105 ■ infotainment system, see description in the infotainment system manual ■ navigation, see description in the infotainment system manual ■ system settin...

  • Page 127

    126 instruments and controls press (the outer ring) ■ to select or activate the marked option ■ to confirm a set value ■ to switch a system function on/off back button press button to: ■ exit a menu without changing settings ■ return from a submenu to a higher menu level ■ delete the last character ...

  • Page 128

    Instruments and controls 127 no. Vehicle message 6 depress brake pedal to release electric parking brake 7 turn steering wheel, switch ignition off and then on 9 turn steering wheel, start engine again 12 vehicle overloaded 13 compressor overheated 15 centre high-mounted brake light failure 16 brake...

  • Page 129

    128 instruments and controls no. Vehicle message 68 service power steering 69 service suspension system 70 service level control system 71 service rear axle 74 service afl 75 service air conditioning 76 service side blind zone alert system 77 service lane departure warning 79 top up engine oil 81 se...

  • Page 130

    Instruments and controls 129 vehicle messages on the colour-info-display some important messages appear additionally in the colour-info-display. Press the multifunction knob to confirm a message. Some messages only pop up for a few seconds. Warning chimes when starting the engine or whilst driving o...

  • Page 131

    130 instruments and controls trip computer the menus and functions can be selected via the buttons on the turn signal lever 3 119. Press the menu button to select the trip/fuel information menu, or select w on the uplevel-combi-display. Trip/fuel information menu on uplevel-display turn the adjuster...

  • Page 132

    Instruments and controls 131 ■ trip odometer 1 ■ average consumption 1 ■ average speed 1 ■ trip odometer 2 ■ average consumption 2 ■ average speed 2 ■ digital speed ■ range ■ instantaneous consumption ■ route guidance trip computer 1 and 2 the information of two trip computers can be reset separatel...

  • Page 133

    132 instruments and controls range range is calculated from current fuel tank content and current consumption. The display shows average values. After refuelling, the range is updated automatically after a brief delay. When the fuel level in the tank is low, a message appears on vehicles with upleve...

  • Page 134

    Instruments and controls 133 press the config button. The menu settings is displayed. The following settings can be selected by turning and pressing the multifunction knob: ■ sport mode settings ■ languages ■ time date ■ radio settings ■ phone settings ■ vehicle settings in the corresponding submenu...

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    134 instruments and controls vehicle settings ■ climate and air quality auto fan speed: modifies the level of the cabin airflow of the climate control in automatic mode. Climate control mode: controls the state of the cooling compressor when the vehicle is started. Last setting (recommended) or at v...

  • Page 136

    Instruments and controls 135 stop door lock if door open: activates or deactivates the automatic door locking function while a door is open. Delayed door lock: activates or deactivates the delayed door locking function. ■ remote locking, unlocking, starting remote unlock feedback: activates or deact...

  • Page 137

    136 instruments and controls phone settings see infotainment system manual for further information. Navigation settings see infotainment system manual for further information. Display settings ■ home page menu: see infotainment system manual for further information. ■ rear camera options: press to a...

  • Page 138

    Instruments and controls 137 the automatic door locking function after driving-off. Delay door lock: activates or deactivates the delayed door locking function. ■ remote lock/unlock/start remote lock feedback: activates or deactivates the hazard warning flasher feedback whilst locking. Remote unlock...

  • Page 139

    138 lighting lighting exterior lighting .......................... 138 interior lighting ........................... 147 lighting features ........................ 148 exterior lighting light switch turn light switch: 7 = lights off 8 = sidelights 9 = low beam control indicator 8 3 118. Light switch...

  • Page 140

    Lighting 139 in the driver information centre with uplevel-display or uplevel-combi- display, the current status of the automatic light control is displayed. When switching on the ignition, automatic light control is active. When low beam is on, 8 lights up. Control indicator 8 3 118. Tail lights ta...

  • Page 141

    140 lighting it switches to low beam when: ■ a sensor detects the lights of oncoming or preceding vehicles ■ the vehicle speed is slower than 12 mph ■ it is foggy or snowy ■ driving in urban areas if there are no restrictions detected, the system switches back to high beam. Activation the high beam ...

  • Page 142

    Lighting 141 dynamic automatic headlight levelling 3 141. Headlights when driving abroad the asymmetrical headlight beam extends visibility at the edge of the road at the passenger side. However, when driving in countries where traffic drives on the opposite side of the road, adjust the headlights t...

  • Page 143

    142 lighting with the light switch in position auto all lighting functions are available. The following functions are available also with light switch in position 9: ■ dynamic curve lighting ■ cornering light ■ reversing function ■ dynamic automatic headlight levelling playstreet lighting activated ...

  • Page 144

    Lighting 143 control indicator f 3 118. Reversing function if the headlights are on and reverse gear is engaged, both corner lights are switched on. They remain illuminated for 20 seconds after disengaging reverse gear or until driving faster than 10 mph in a forward gear. High beam assist this feat...

  • Page 145

    144 lighting if there are no restrictions detected, the system switches back to high beam. When the system is active, the front camera monitors the area ahead of the vehicle and ensures an optimum light distribution for maximum driver vision during almost all conditions. Intelligent light ranging wi...

  • Page 146

    Lighting 145 fault in adaptive forward lighting system when the system detects a failure in the adaptive forward lighting system, the system moves to a preset position to avoid dazzling of oncoming traffic. If this is not possible the affected headlight will be automatically switched off. In any cas...

  • Page 147

    146 lighting light switch in position auto: switching on front fog lights will switch headlights on automatically. Rear fog lights operated with the r button. Light switch in position auto: switching on rear fog light will switch headlights on automatically. Light switch in position 8: rear fog ligh...

  • Page 148

    Lighting 147 interior lighting instrument panel illumination control brightness of the following lights can be adjusted when the exterior lights are on: ■ instrument panel illumination ■ info-display ■ illuminated switches and operation elements. Turn thumb wheel a and hold until the desired brightn...

  • Page 149

    148 lighting rear courtesy lights illuminates in conjunction with the front courtesy light depending on rocker switch position. Press s or t to switch on manually. Reading lights operated with s and t buttons in front and rear courtesy lights. Sunvisor lights illuminates when the cover is opened. Li...

  • Page 150

    Lighting 149 activation or deactivation of this function can be changed in the menu settings in the info-display. Vehicle personalisation 3 132. The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 23. The following lights will additionally switch on when the driver's door is opened: ■ all switches ■ ...

  • Page 151

    150 lighting ■ auxiliary heater ■ heated rear window and mirrors ■ heated seats ■ fan in the second stage a message which confirms the activation of the vehicle battery discharge protection will be displayed in the driver information centre. Switching off electric lights to prevent discharge of the ...

  • Page 152

    Climate control 151 climate control climate control systems ............. 151 air vents ..................................... 158 maintenance .............................. 159 climate control systems heating and ventilation system controls for: ■ temperature ■ air distribution ■ fan speed ■ demisti...

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    152 climate control demisting and defrosting ■ press button v: fan automatically switches to higher speed, the air distribution is directed towards the windscreen. ■ set temperature control to warmest level. ■ switch on heated rear window Ü. ■ open side air vents as required and direct them towards ...

  • Page 154

    Climate control 153 if no cooling or drying is required, switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. Activated cooling might inhibit autostops. Air recirculation system 4 press button 4 to activate air recirculation mode. Activation is indicated by the led in the button. Press button 4 ag...

  • Page 155

    154 climate control demisting and defrosting the windows v ■ press button v: fan automatically switches to higher speed, the air distribution is directed towards the windscreen. ■ switch cooling n on. ■ set temperature control to warmest level. ■ switch on heated rear window Ü. ■ open side air vents...

  • Page 156

    Climate control 155 each change of settings is shown in the info-display for a few seconds. The electronic climate control system is only fully operational when the engine is running. Automatic mode auto basic setting for maximum comfort: ■ press auto button, the air distribution and fan speed are r...

  • Page 157

    156 climate control if the minimum temperature lo is set, the climate control system runs at maximum cooling, if cooling n is switched on. If the maximum temperature hi is set, the climate control system runs at maximum heating. Note if n is switched on, reducing the set cabin temperature can cause ...

  • Page 158

    Climate control 157 pressing the upper button longer: the fan runs at maximum speed. To return to automatic mode: press auto button. Air distribution s, m, k press appropriate button for desired adjustment. Activation is indicated by the led in the button. S = to windscreen and front door windows. M...

  • Page 159

    158 climate control air recirculation mode 4 press button 4 to activate the air recirculation mode. Activation is indicated by the led in the button. Press button 4 again to deactivate recirculation mode. 9 warning the exchange of fresh air is reduced in air recirculation mode. In operation without ...

  • Page 160

    Climate control 159 direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. To close the vent, turn the adjuster wheel towards the smaller w symbol. 9 warning do not attach any objects to the slats of the air vents. Risk of damage and injury in case of an accident. Fixed air vents additional air...

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    160 driving and operating driving and operating driving hints ............................... 160 starting and operating ............... 161 engine exhaust .......................... 166 automatic transmission .............. 167 manual transmission .................. 171 brakes ........................

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    Driving and operating 161 starting and operating new vehicle running-in do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys. During the first drive, smoke may occur because of wax and oil evaporating off the exhaust system. Park the vehicle in the open for a while after the first drive and av...

  • Page 163

    162 driving and operating do not operate the accelerator pedal. Diesel engine: turn the key to position 2 for preheating until control indicator ! Extinguishes. Turn the key briefly to position 3 and release: an automatic procedure operates the starter with a short delay as long as the engine is run...

  • Page 164

    Driving and operating 163 stop-start system the stop-start system helps to save fuel and to reduce the exhaust emissions. When conditions allow, it switches off the engine as soon as the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill, e.G. At a traffic light or in a traffic jam. It starts the engine a...

  • Page 165

    164 driving and operating conditions for an autostop the stop-start system checks if each of the following conditions is fulfilled: ■ the stop-start system is not manually deactivated ■ the bonnet is fully closed ■ the driver's door is closed or the driver's seat belt is fastened ■ the vehicle batte...

  • Page 166

    Driving and operating 165 ■ the engine temperature is too low ■ the charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level ■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient ■ the vehicle is driven at least at walking speed ■ the climate control system requests an engine start ■ the air conditioning is ma...

  • Page 167

    166 driving and operating engine exhaust 9 danger engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases enter the interior of the vehicle, open the windows. Have the cause of the fault rectified by a workshop. Avoid ...

  • Page 168

    Driving and operating 167 cleaning takes place quickest at high engine speeds and loads. The control indicator % extinguishes as soon as the self-cleaning operation is complete. Catalytic converter the catalytic converter reduces the amount of harmful substances in the exhaust gases. Caution fuel gr...

  • Page 169

    168 driving and operating selector lever p = park position, wheels are locked, engage only when the vehicle is stationary and the parking brake is applied r = reverse gear, engage only when the vehicle is stationary n = neutral d = automatic mode with all gears the selector lever is locked in p and ...

  • Page 170

    Driving and operating 169 manual mode move selector lever out of position d towards the left and then forwards or backwards. = shift to a higher gear. ] = shift to a lower gear. If a higher gear is selected when vehicle speed is too low, or a lower gear when vehicle speed is too high, the shift is n...

  • Page 171

    170 driving and operating only the highest gear is available. Depending on the fault, 2nd gear may also be available in manual mode. Shift only when vehicle is at a standstill. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. Interruption of power supply in the event of an interruption of power s...

  • Page 172

    Driving and operating 171 manual transmission to engage reverse, with the vehicle stationary wait 3 seconds after depressing the clutch pedal and then press the release button on the selector lever and engage the gear. If the gear does not engage, set the lever to neutral, release the clutch pedal a...

  • Page 173

    172 driving and operating abs starts to regulate brake pressure as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains steerable, even during hard braking. Abs control is made apparent through a pulse in the brake pedal and the noise of the regulation process. For optimum braking, keep the...

  • Page 174

    Driving and operating 173 electric parking brake applying when vehicle is stationary pull switch m for approx. One second, the electric parking brake operates automatically with an adequate force. For maximum force, e.G. Parking with trailer or on inclines, pull switch m twice. The electric parking ...

  • Page 175

    174 driving and operating control indicator m flashes: electric parking brake is not fully applied or released. When continuously flashing, release electric parking brake and retry applying. Brake assist if the brake pedal is depressed quickly and forcefully, maximum brake force is automatically app...

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    Driving and operating 175 9 warning do not let this special safety feature tempt you into taking risks when driving. Adapt speed to the road conditions. Control indicator b 3 116. Deactivation tc can be switched off when spinning of drive wheels is required: press button b briefly to deactivate tc, ...

  • Page 177

    176 driving and operating for a more sporty behaviour esc and tc can be deactivated separately: ■ press button b briefly: only traction control system is inactive, esc remains active, k illuminates ■ hold button b pressed for min. 5 seconds: tc and esc are deactivated, k and n illuminate. Additional...

  • Page 178

    Driving and operating 177 interactive driving system flex ride flex ride driving system allows the driver to select between three driving modes: ■ sport mode: press button sport, led illuminates. ■ tour mode: press button tour, led illuminates. ■ normal mode: both buttons sport and tour are not pres...

  • Page 179

    178 driving and operating automatically changes the settings within the selected driving mode or, when recognising greater variations, the driving mode is changed for the length of variation. If, for example, normal mode is selected and dmc detects a sporty driving behaviour, dmc changes several set...

  • Page 180

    Driving and operating 179 normal mode in normal mode, when neither sport nor vxr button is pressed, all settings of the systems are adapted to standard values. Sport mode the settings of the systems are adapted to a sportier driving style. Vxr mode the drive dynamic characteristics are adapted to hi...

  • Page 181

    180 driving and operating activation accelerate to the desired speed and turn thumb wheel to set/-, the current speed is stored and maintained. Control indicator m in instrument cluster illuminates green. Accelerator pedal can be released. Vehicle speed can be increased by depressing the accelerator...

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    Driving and operating 181 speed limiter the speed limiter prevents the vehicle exceeding a preset maximum speed. The maximum speed can be set at a speed above 15 mph. The driver can only accelerate up to the preset speed. Deviations from the limited speed may occur when driving downhill. The preset ...

  • Page 183

    182 driving and operating the limited speed will flash in the driver information centre and, depending on the vehicle, additionally a chime sounds during this period. Release the accelerator pedal and the speed limiter function is reactivated once a speed lower than the limit speed is obtained. Deac...

  • Page 184

    Driving and operating 183 9 warning the complete driver attention is always required while driving with adaptive cruise control. The driver stays fully in control of the vehicle because the brake pedal, the accelerator pedal and the cancel switch have priority over any adaptive cruise control operat...

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    184 driving and operating increase speed with adaptive cruise control active, hold thumb wheel turned to res/+: speed increases continuously in large increments, or activate repeatedly res/+: speed increases in small increments. If the vehicle is driven with adaptive cruise control active much faste...

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    Driving and operating 185 the selected following distance is indicated by filled distance bars in the adaptive cruise control page. Note that the following distance setting is shared with the sensitivity setting of forward collision alert. Example: if setting 3 (far) is selected, then the driver is ...

  • Page 187

    186 driving and operating ■ electronic stability control is operating, ■ there is no traffic and nothing detected on the road sides for several minutes. In this case there are no radar echoes and the sensor may report that it is blocked, ■ collision imminent braking is applying the brakes, ■ radar s...

  • Page 188

    Driving and operating 187 so if a new vehicle is detected, the system may accelerate instead of braking. ■ adaptive cruise control does ignore the oncoming traffic. ■ adaptive cruise control does not brake for stopped vehicles, pedestrians or animals. Bends the adaptive cruise control calculates a p...

  • Page 189

    188 driving and operating hill and trailer considerations system performance on hills and when towing a trailer depends on your vehicle speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions and the road gradient. It may not detect a vehicle in your path while driving on hills. On steep hills, you may have to use ...

  • Page 190

    Driving and operating 189 vehicle messages 3 126. Forward collision alert the forward collision alert can help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. A vehicle ahead is indicated by a control indicator a. If a vehicle directly ahead is approached too quickly, a warning chime and al...

  • Page 191

    190 driving and operating press button e; the current setting is shown on the driver information centre. Press button e again to change the alert sensitivity. The setting is also displayed in the top line of the driver information centre. Note that the alert timing sensitivity setting is shared with...

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    Driving and operating 191 settings settings can be changed in the auto collision preparation menu in the vehicle personalisation 3 132. Forward collision alert based on front camera system forward collision alert uses the front camera system in the windscreen to detect a vehicle directly ahead, in y...

  • Page 193

    192 driving and operating deactivation the system can be deactivated. Press button v repeatedly until the following message appears in the driver information centre. General information for both variants of forward collision alert 9 warning forward collision alert is just a warning system and does n...

  • Page 194

    Driving and operating 193 the minimum indicated distance is 0.5 s. If there is no vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is out of range, two dashes will be displayed: -.- s. Active emergency braking active emergency braking can help to reduce the damage from crashes with vehicles and obstacles directly...

  • Page 195

    194 driving and operating results immediately in a strong braking. This function helps the driver brake quicker and stronger before the imminent collision. 9 warning active emergency braking is not designed to apply strong autonomous braking or to avoid automatically a collision. It is designed to r...

  • Page 196

    Driving and operating 195 parking assist the parking assist makes parking easier by measuring the distance between the vehicle and obstacles, and giving acoustic signals. It is the driver, however, who bears full responsibility for the parking manoeuvre. The system consists of four ultrasonic parkin...

  • Page 197

    196 driving and operating the front parking assist can also be activated at a low speed by pressing the parking assist button r or d briefly. An illuminated led in the parking assist button indicates that the system is ready to operate. Indication the system warns the driver with acoustic signals ag...

  • Page 198

    Driving and operating 197 fault in the event of a fault in the system, r illuminates or a message is displayed in the driver information centre. If the system does not work due to temporary conditions like snow covered sensors, r illuminates or a message is displayed in the driver information centre...

  • Page 199

    198 driving and operating advanced parking assist the advanced parking assist system manoeuvres the driver into a parking slot by giving instructions on the driver information centre and acoustic signals. It is the driver, however, who bears full responsibility for accepting the parking slot suggest...

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    Driving and operating 199 functionality when the vehicle passes a row of cars and the system is activated, the advanced parking assist system begins looking for a suitable parking slot. When a suitable slot is detected, a visual feedback on the driver information centre and an acoustic signal are gi...

  • Page 201

    200 driving and operating if the driver does not stop the vehicle within 10 metres after a parking slot is proposed, the system starts to search for another suitable parking slot. Changing the parking side the system is configured to detect parking slots on the passenger side. To detect parking slot...

  • Page 202

    Driving and operating 201 caution performance of the sensor can be reduced when sensors are covered, e.G. By ice or snow. Performance of the parking assist system can be reduced due to heavy loading. Special conditions apply if there are taller vehicles involved (e.G. Off-road vehicles, mini vans, v...

  • Page 203

    202 driving and operating side blind spot alert is active from speeds of 6 mph up to 87 mph. Driving faster than 87 mph deactivates the system, indicated by low lighting warning symbols b in both exterior mirrors. Reducing the speed again will extinguish the warning symbols. If a vehicle is then det...

  • Page 204

    Driving and operating 203 e.G. Below the bumper or underneath the vehicle, are not displayed. Do not reverse the vehicle by only looking at the info-display and check the surrounding area behind and around the vehicle before reversing. Activation rear view camera is automatically activated when reve...

  • Page 205

    204 driving and operating deactivation the camera is deactivated when a certain forward speed is exceeded or if reverse gear is not engaged for approx. 10 seconds. Activation or deactivation of the rear view camera can be changed in the menu settings in the info-display. Vehicle personalisation 3 13...

  • Page 206

    Driving and operating 205 combinations of more signs in the display are possible. An exclamation mark in a frame indicates that there is an add on sign detected which cannot be recognised by the system. The system is active up to a speed of 124 mph depending on the lighting conditions. At night the ...

  • Page 207

    206 driving and operating the content of the traffic sign page is also cleared during driving by pushing the set/clr button on the turn signal lever for a longer time. Pop-up function speed limits and no passing signs are displayed as pop-ups on each page of the driver information centre. The pop-up...

  • Page 208

    Driving and operating 207 ■ traffic signs are incorrectly mounted or damaged ■ traffic signs do not comply with the vienna convention on traffic signs (wiener Übereinkommen über straßenverkehrszeichen) caution the system is intended to help the driver within a defined speed range to discern certain ...

  • Page 209

    208 driving and operating when the system recognises an unintended lane change, the control indicator ) changes to yellow and flashes. Simultaneously a chime sound is activated. Deactivation the system is deactivated by pressing ) button, the led in the button extinguishes. At speeds below 35 mph th...

  • Page 210

    Driving and operating 209 caution use of fuel that does not comply to en 228 or e din 51626-1 or equivalent can lead to deposits or engine damage and may affect your warranty. Caution use of fuel with too low an octane rating could lead to uncontrolled combustion and engine damage. Fuel for diesel e...

  • Page 211

    210 driving and operating pressing the lpg button switches between petrol and liquid gas operation as soon as the required parameters (coolant temperature, gas temperature and minimum engine speed) have been reached. The requirements are usually fulfilled after around 60 seconds (depending on exteri...

  • Page 212

    Driving and operating 211 turn the thumb wheel clockwise. If no further gas odour is perceptible when the manual shut-off valve is closed, the vehicle can be used in petrol mode. If the gas odour persists, do not start the engine. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. When using underg...

  • Page 213

    212 driving and operating the fuel filler flap can only be opened if the vehicle is unlocked. Release the fuel filler flap by pushing the flap. To open, turn the cap slowly to the left. The fuel filler cap can be retained in the bracket on the fuel filler flap. For refuelling, fully insert the pump ...

  • Page 214

    Driving and operating 213 screw the required adapter hand- tight onto the filler neck. Acme adapter: screw the nut of the filling nozzle onto the adapter. Press locking lever on filler nozzle down. Dish (italy) filler neck: place the filler nozzle into the adapter. Press locking lever on filler nozz...

  • Page 215

    214 driving and operating acme adapter: belgium, germany, ireland, luxembourg, switzerland bayonet adapter: netherlands, norway, spain, united kingdom euro adapter: spain dish (italy) adapter: bosnia- herzegovina, bulgaria, denmark, estonia, france, greece, italy, croatia, latvia, lithuania, macedon...

  • Page 216

    Driving and operating 215 general information the official fuel consumption and specific co 2 emission figures quoted relate to the eu base model with standard equipment. Fuel consumption data and co 2 emission data are determined according to regulation r (ec) no. 715/2007 (in the latest applicable...

  • Page 217

    216 driving and operating 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 trail...

  • Page 218

    Driving and operating 217 stowage of coupling ball bar the bag with the coupling ball bar is stowed in the rear stowage compartment on the floor. Place the strap through the lashing eye, wrap around twice and tighten the strap to secure the bag. Fitting the coupling ball bar all versions except 3-do...

  • Page 219

    218 driving and operating checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar ■ red marking on rotary knob must point towards green marking on coupling ball bar. ■ the gap between the rotary knob and the coupling ball bar must be approx. 6 mm. ■ the key must be in position c. Otherwise, the coupling ba...

  • Page 220

    Driving and operating 219 eye for break-away stopping cable attach breakaway stopping cable to eye. Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly installed ■ green marking on rotary knob must point towards green marking on coupling ball bar. ■ there must be no gap between the rotary handle and the c...

  • Page 221

    220 driving and operating trailer stability assist if the system detects snaking movements, engine power is reduced and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking ceases. While system is working keep steering wheel as still as possible. Trailer stability assist (tsa) is ...

  • Page 222

    Vehicle care 221 vehicle care general information ................... 221 vehicle checks ........................... 222 bulb replacement ....................... 229 electrical system ........................ 249 vehicle tools .............................. 255 wheels and tyres ........................

  • Page 223

    222 vehicle care ■ 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:...

  • Page 224

    Vehicle care 223 9 danger the ignition system and xenon headlights use extremely high voltage. Do not touch. Bonnet opening pull the release lever and return it to its original position. Move the safety catch sideways to the left vehicle side and open the bonnet. Secure the bonnet support. If the bo...

  • Page 225

    224 vehicle care pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull out and read the engine oil level. Caution it is the owner's responsibility to maintain the proper level of an appropriate quality oil in the engine. Insert dipstick to the stop on the handle and make ha...

  • Page 226

    Vehicle care 225 coolant level caution 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...

  • Page 227

    226 vehicle care washer fluid fill with clean water mixed with a suitable quantity of windscreen washer fluid which contains antifreeze. Caution only washer fluid with a sufficient antifreeze concentration provides protection at low temperatures or a sudden drop in temperature. Brakes in the event o...

  • Page 228

    Vehicle care 227 the vehicle battery is maintenance- free provided that the driving profile allows sufficient charging of the battery. Short-distance-driving and frequent engine starts can discharge the battery. Avoid the use of unnecessary electrical consumers. Batteries do not belong in household ...

  • Page 229

    228 vehicle care charging the vehicle battery 9 warning on vehicles with stop-start system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.6 volts when using a battery charger. Otherwise the vehicle battery might be damaged. Jump starting 3 274. Warning label meaning of symbols: ■ no sparks, ...

  • Page 230

    Vehicle care 229 lift the wiper arm until it stays in the raised position, press button to disengage the wiper blade and remove. Attach the wiper blade slightly angled to the wiper arm and push until it engages. Lower wiper arm carefully. Wiper blade on the rear window lift wiper arm. Disengage wipe...

  • Page 231

    230 vehicle care halogen headlights 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer halogen headlights with separate bulbs for low beam and high beam. Low beam (1) outer bulb. High beam (2) inner bulb. Sidelight/daytime running light (3). Low beam (1) 1. Rotate the cap (1) anticlockwise and remove it...

  • Page 232

    Vehicle care 231 high beam (2) 1. Rotate the cap (2) anticlockwise and remove it. 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 3. Detach the bulb from the bulb holder and replace the bulb. 4. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the...

  • Page 233

    232 vehicle care 3-door hatchback bi-halogen headlight (1) with one bulb for low and high beam. Sidelight/daytime running light (2). Low/high beam (1) 1. Rotate the cap (1) anticlockwise and remove it. 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector....

  • Page 234

    Vehicle care 233 sidelight/daytime running light (2) 1. Rotate bulb socket (2) anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb socket from the reflector. 2. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling. 3. Replace and insert new bulb into socket. 4. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector and turn clo...

  • Page 235

    234 vehicle care corner lighting 1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and remove it. 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 3. Disengage the bulb from the plug connector by pulling. 4. Replace the bulb and connect bulb holder with the plug conne...

  • Page 236

    Vehicle care 235 2. Unscrew both screws and remove turn light assembly from the bumper. 3. Unscrew three screws and remove fog light assembly from the bumper. 4. Turn the bulb socket anti- clockwise and remove it from the reflector. 5. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing th...

  • Page 237

    236 vehicle care 2. Unscrew both screws and remove light assembly from the bumper. 3. Turn the bulb socket anti- clockwise and remove it from the reflector. 4. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 5. Remove and replace the bulb socket with bulb and attach ...

  • Page 238

    Vehicle care 237 2. Unscrew both screws and remove light assembly from the bumper. 3. Disengage the bulb socket from the reflector by pressing both retaining lugs. 4. Disengage the plug connector from the bulb socket by pressing the retaining lug. 5. Remove and replace the bulb socket with bulb. 6. ...

  • Page 239

    238 vehicle care 3. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 4. Remove and replace the bulb socket with bulb. 5. Attach the plug connector. 6. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector. 7. Swivel the spring clip forwards and engage. 3-door hatchback 1. Rotate ...

  • Page 240

    Vehicle care 239 tail lights 5-door hatchback 1. Release the cover on the respective side and remove it. 2. Unscrew the plastic securing nut from the inside by hand. 3. Carefully withdraw the tail light assembly from recesses and remove. Make sure that the cable duct remains in position. 4. Detach t...

  • Page 241

    240 vehicle care 7. Remove and replace the bulb by withdrawing or pushing the bulb slightly into the socket and rotating anticlockwise: tail light (1) brake light (2) turn signal light (3) 8. Insert the bulb carrier into the tail light assembly and screw into place. Connect the wiring plug and press...

  • Page 242

    Vehicle care 241 5. Remove and replace the bulb by withdrawing or pushing the bulb slightly into the socket and rotating anticlockwise: tail light (1) rear fog light/reverse light (2), depending on the side. 6. Insert the bulb carrier into the tail light assembly. Fit light assembly on the tailgate ...

  • Page 243

    242 vehicle care turn signal light (2) 6. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. Connect the wiring plug. Fit light assembly with the retaining pins into the recesses of the car body and tighten the securing nuts from the inside of the load compartment. Attach cover. Light assembly in the tailgate 1...

  • Page 244

    Vehicle care 243 2. Remove cover on the respective side. 3. Unscrew two plastic securing nuts from the inside by hand. 4. Carefully withdraw tail light assembly from recesses and remove. Make sure that the cable duct remains in position. 5. Detach wiring plug from bulb carrier. 6. Remove the bulb ho...

  • Page 245

    244 vehicle care light assembly in the tailgate 1. Open the tailgate and remove the blind covers on the respective side. 2. Unscrew and remove the screws. 3. Remove the tail light assembly and detach wiring plug from the bulb carrier. 4. Remove the bulb holder by turning anticlockwise and replace th...

  • Page 246

    Vehicle care 245 3-door hatchback 1. Release the cover on the respective side and remove it. 2. Unscrew both plastic securing nuts from the inside by hand. 3. Carefully withdraw the light assembly from the recesses and remove. 4. Detach wiring plug from bulb carrier. 5. Remove the bulb holder by tur...

  • Page 247

    246 vehicle care only turn signal light (2) can be changed. 6. Insert and turn bulb holder clockwise into the tail light assembly. Connect the wiring plug with the light assembly. Fit light assembly with the retaining pins into the recesses of the car body and tighten the securing nuts from the insi...

  • Page 248

    Vehicle care 247 1. Slide lamp to its left side and remove with its right end. 2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove from housing. 3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to the left and insert right end. 5-...

  • Page 249

    248 vehicle care 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to the left and insert right end. Number plate light 1. Insert screwdriver in recess of the cover, press to the side and release spring. 2. Remove lamp downwards, taking care not to pull on the cable. 3....

  • Page 250

    Vehicle care 249 electrical system fuses data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. There are three fuse boxes in the vehicle: ■ in the front left of the engine compartment, ■ in left-hand drive vehicles, in the interior behind the storage compartment, or, in right-hand ...

  • Page 251

    250 vehicle care engine compartment fuse box the fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage the cover and fold it upwards until it stops. Remove the cover vertically upwards. No. Circuit 1 engine control module 2 lambda sensor 3 fuel injection, ignition system 4 fuel injectio...

  • Page 252

    Vehicle care 251 no. Circuit 15 engine control module 16 starter 17 transmission control module 18 heated rear window 19 front power windows 20 rear power windows 21 rear electrical centre 22 left high beam (halogen) 23 headlamp washer system 24 right low beam (xenon) 25 left low beam (xenon) 26 fro...

  • Page 253

    252 vehicle care instrument panel fuse box in left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is behind the storage compartment in the instrument panel. Open the compartment and push it to the left to unlock. Fold the compartment down and remove it. In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behin...

  • Page 254

    Vehicle care 253 no. Circuit 14 diagnostic connector 15 airbag 16 power outlet 17 air conditioning system 18 logistics 19 body control module 20 body control module 21 instrument panel cluster, anti- theft alarm system 22 ignition sensor 23 body control module 24 body control module 25 – 26 power ou...

  • Page 255

    254 vehicle care fuse assignments no. Circuit 1 – 2 trailer outlet 3 parking assist 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 power seat 8 – 9 – 10 – 11 trailer module, trailer socket 12 trailer module 13 trailer outlet 14 rear seat, electrical folding 15 – 16 inside mirror, rear view camera 17 power outlet no. Circuit 18 – 19...

  • Page 256

    Vehicle care 255 when assembling press the blind into the rubber grommets to reach full retention force. Vehicle tools tools vehicles with tyre repair kit some tools and the towing eye are located together with the tyre repair kit in a tool box in the load compartment below the floor cover. 3-door a...

  • Page 257

    256 vehicle care vehicles with spare wheel variant 1a: 3-door and 5-door hatchback with rigid wheel wrench the jack, the tools and a strap for securing a damaged wheel are in the tool box below the spare wheel in the load compartment. The wheel wrench and the towing eye are in the tool bag located i...

  • Page 258

    Vehicle care 257 variant 3: 4-door saloon the jack and the tools are in the tool box below the spare wheel in the load compartment. The wheel wrench, the towing eye and an extension bolt for securing a damaged wheel (only vehicles with temporary spare wheel) are in the tool bag located in the spare ...

  • Page 259

    258 vehicle care tyre pressure 3 306 and on the label on the front left or right door frame. The tyre pressure data refers to cold tyres. It applies to summer and winter tyres. Always inflate the spare tyre to the pressure specified for full load. The eco tyre pressure serves to achieve the smallest...

  • Page 260

    Vehicle care 259 note in countries where the tyre pressure monitoring system is legally required, the use of wheels without pressure sensors will invalidate the vehicle type approval. The current tyre pressures can be shown in the vehicle information menu in the driver information centre. The menu c...

  • Page 261

    260 vehicle care if the tyre pressure must be reduced or increased, switch off ignition. Only mount wheels with pressure sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure will not be displayed and w illuminates continuously. A spare wheel or temporary spare wheel is not equipped with pressure sensors. The tyre p...

  • Page 262

    Vehicle care 261 tread depth check tread depth at regular intervals. Tyres should be replaced for safety reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm (4 mm for winter tyres). For safety reasons it is recommended that the tread depth of the tyres on one axle should not vary by more than 2 mm. The legally permi...

  • Page 263

    262 vehicle care vehicles with steel wheels: when using locking wheel nuts, the wheel covers might not be attached to the steel wheels. Tyre chains use tyre chains only on front wheels. 9 warning damage may lead to tyre blowout. 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer always use fine mesh cha...

  • Page 264

    Vehicle care 263 the tyre repair kit is in a compartment under the floor cover in the load compartment or, on version with rear carrier system, in the drawer under the passenger seat 3 62. The illustrations show different versions. 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the compartment. 2. Remove the comp...

  • Page 265

    264 vehicle care 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective tyre. 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve. 8. The switch on the compressor must be set to j. 9. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette lighter socket. To avoid discharging the battery, we recommend running the engine. ...

  • Page 266

    Vehicle care 265 14. 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. 15. Remove any excess sealant using...

  • Page 267

    266 vehicle care make the following preparations and observe the following information: ■ park the vehicle on a level, firm and non-skid surface. The front wheels must be in the straight-ahead position. ■ apply the parking brake and engage first gear, reverse gear or p. ■ remove the spare wheel 3 26...

  • Page 268

    Vehicle care 267 install the wheel wrench ensuring that it locates securely and loosen each wheel nut by half a turn. Variants 1b, 2 and 3 with foldable wheel wrench: fold out the wheel wrench and install ensuring that it locates securely and loosen each wheel nut by half a turn. The wheels might be...

  • Page 269

    268 vehicle care set the jack to the necessary height. Position it directly below the jacking point in a manner that prevents it from slipping. Attach jack handle and with the jack correctly aligned rotate handle until wheel is clear of the ground. Sports tourer, jack variant 2, 3 255: set the jack ...

  • Page 270

    Vehicle care 269 10. Align the valve hole in the wheel cover with the tyre valve before installing. Install wheel nut caps. Install centre cap on alloy wheels. 11. Install vehicle jacking point cover on versions with sill panelling. 12. Stow the replaced wheel 3 269, the vehicle tools 3 255 and the ...

  • Page 271

    270 vehicle care the spare wheel has always a steel rim. Caution the use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible. The spare wheel is located in the load compartment bene...

  • Page 272

    Vehicle care 271 2. Place the loop end of the strap through the front lashing eye on the appropriate side. 3. Place the hook end of the strap through the loop and pull it until the strap is fastened securely to the lashing eye. 4. Insert the strap through the spokes of the wheel as shown in the illu...

  • Page 273

    272 vehicle care vehicles equipped with a temporary spare wheel: secure a damaged full size wheel outside up with the wing nut in the spare wheel well after exchanging the thread bolt by an extension bolt, placed in the tool bag 3 255. To replace the bolt: 1. Install the hexagon key of the wheel wre...

  • Page 274

    Vehicle care 273 only 3-door hatchback: position the excentric conus in the recess of the spare wheel before turning the wing nut right back. 5. Close floor cover and insert rear storage (only 3-door hatchback). 9 warning storing a jack, a wheel or other equipment in the load compartment could cause...

  • Page 275

    274 vehicle care jump starting do not start with quick charger. A vehicle with a discharged vehicle battery can be started using jump leads and the vehicle battery of another vehicle. 9 warning be extremely careful when starting with jump leads. Any deviation from the following instructions can lead...

  • Page 276

    Vehicle care 275 lead connection order: 1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster vehicle battery. 2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the discharged vehicle battery. 3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal of the booster vehicle batt...

  • Page 277

    276 vehicle care screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow rod – to the towing eye. The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the vehicle. Switch on ignition to release steering wheel lock ...

  • Page 278

    Vehicle care 277 screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. The lashing eye at the rear underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye. Attach a tow rope – or even better a tow bar – to the towing eye. The towing eye must only be used for towing ...

  • Page 279

    278 vehicle care if using a vehicle wash, comply with the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper must be switched off. Remove antenna and external accessories such as roof racks etc. If you wash your vehicle by hand, make sure that the insides of the whe...

  • Page 280

    Vehicle care 279 sunroof never clean with solvents or abrasive agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.G. Paint cleaner, acetone- containing solutions etc.), acidic or highly alkaline media or abrasive pads. Do not apply wax or polishing agents to the sunroof. Glass panel never clean with solvents or abr...

  • Page 281

    280 vehicle care air shutter clean the shutter system in the front bumper to maintain correct functionality. 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 ...

  • Page 282

    Service and maintenance 281 service and maintenance general information ................... 281 recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 282 general information service information in order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to maintain the value...

  • Page 283

    282 service and maintenance make sure that the service and warranty booklet is completed correctly as continuous proof of service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met, and is also a benefit when selling the vehicle. Service interval with remaining engine oil life duration th...

  • Page 284

    Service and maintenance 283 select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the minimum ambient temperature 3 286. Additional engine oil additives the use of additional engine oil additives could cause damage and invalidate the warranty. Engine oil viscosity grades the sae viscosity gr...

  • Page 285

    284 technical data technical data vehicle identification .................. 284 vehicle data ............................... 286 vehicle identification vehicle identification number the vehicle identification number is visible through the windscreen. Identification plate the identification plate is ...

  • Page 286

    Technical data 285 information on identification label: 1 = manufacturer 2 = type approval number 3 = vehicle identification number 4 = permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg 5 = permissible gross train weight in kg 6 = maximum permissible front axle load in kg 7 = maximum permissible rear ax...

  • Page 287

    286 technical data vehicle data recommended fluids and lubricants european service schedule required engine oil quality all european countries (except belarus, moldova, russia, turkey) only israel engine oil quality petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines petrol engines (including cn...

  • Page 288

    Technical data 287 international service schedule required engine oil quality all countries outside europe except israel only belarus, moldova, russia, turkey engine oil quality petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines dexos 1 ✔ ...

  • Page 289

    288 technical data all countries outside europe except israel only belarus, moldova, russia, turkey engine oil quality petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines acea a3/b3 ✔ – ✔ – acea a3/b4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ acea c3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ api sm ✔ – ✔ – ...

  • Page 290

    Technical data 289 engine data sales designation 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.6 1.6 1.6 engine identifier code a14xel a14xer a14nel a14net lpg a16xer a16let a16xht number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1398 1398 1364 1364 1598 1598 1598 engine power [kw] 64 74 88 103 85 132 125 at rpm 6...

  • Page 291

    290 technical data sales designation 1.6 1.8 2.0 vxr 1.3 1.6 1.7 1.7 engine identifier code a16sht a18xer a20nft a13dte b16dth a17dtn a17dtc number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1598 1796 1998 1248 1598 1686 1686 engine power [kw] 147 103 206 70 100 74 81 at rpm 5500 6300 53...

  • Page 292

    Technical data 291 sales designation 1.7 1.7 1.7 2.0 turbo 2.0 turbo engine identifier code a17dte a17dtf a17dts a20dth a20dtr number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1686 1686 1686 1956 1956 engine power [kw] 81 96 96 121 143 at rpm 4000 4000 4000 4000 4000 torque [nm] 280 300 300...

  • Page 293

    292 technical data performance 3-door hatchback engine a14xer a14nel a14net a16let a16xht a16sht maximum speed 4) [mph] manual transmission 111 5) 120 125 137 136 143 automatic transmission – – 124 – 130 – 4) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg paylo...

  • Page 294

    Technical data 293 engine a17dts a20dth a20dtr maximum speed 4) [mph] manual transmission 122 134 140 automatic transmission – 131 – 4) 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 ve...

  • Page 295

    294 technical data engine a16xht a13dte b16dth a17dte a17dtc a17dtf maximum speed 4) [mph] manual transmission 137 109 124 117 116 125 automatic transmission 132 – – – – – 4) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduc...

  • Page 296

    Technical data 295 4-door saloon engine a14xer a14net a16let a16xer a16xht maximum speed 4) [mph] manual transmission 114 5) 129 139 120 138 automatic transmission – 127 132 115 133 4) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment c...

  • Page 297

    296 technical data engine a17dts a20dth maximum speed 4) [mph] manual transmission 126 134 automatic transmission – 130 4) 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. Sports...

  • Page 298

    Technical data 297 engine a13dte b16dth a17dtn a17dte a17dtf maximum speed 4) [mph] manual transmission 108 124 113 116 123 automatic transmission – – – – – 4) the maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified...

  • Page 299

    298 technical data vehicle weight kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 3-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1393 – a14nel 1437 – a14net 1437 1471 a16let 1471 – a16xht 1503 1503 a16sht 1503 – a18xer 1437 – a20nft 1550 ...

  • Page 300

    Technical data 299 kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 5-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xel 1373/1388 – a14xer 1373/1388 – a14nel 1393/1408 – a14net 1393/1408 –/1453 a14net lpg 1503/1518 – a16let –/1490 –/150...

  • Page 301

    300 technical data 5-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] b16dth –/1503 – a17dtc 1503/1518 – a17dte 1503/1518 – a17dtf 1503/1518 – a17dts 1503/1518 – a20dth 1503/1518 –/1590 a20dtr 1571 –.

  • Page 302

    Technical data 301 kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment 4-door saloon engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1393/1405 – a14net 1437/1449 1483 a16let –/1471 1503 a16xer 1393/1405 1449 a16xht –/1503 1503 a13dte 1471/1483 – b16dth –/...

  • Page 303

    302 technical data kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment sports tourer engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1393/1408 – a14nel 1437/1452 – a14net 1437/1452 –/1503 a14net lpg 1503/1518 – a16let –/1503 –/1550 a16xer 1437/1452 –/1...

  • Page 304

    Technical data 303 sports tourer engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a17dtc 1550/1565 – a17dts 1550/1565 – a20dth 1550/1565 –/1613 a20dtr –/1613 – optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight. Loading information 3 98. Vehicle dimension...

  • Page 305

    304 technical data 3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback 4-door saloon sports tourer wheelbase [mm] 2695 2685 2685 2685 turning circle diameter [m] 11.4 11.5 11.5 11.5.

  • Page 306

    Technical data 305 capacities engine oil engine a14xel, a14xer a14nel, a14net a16let, a16xer a16xht a18xer a20nft including filter [l] 4.0 4.0 4.5 5.5 4.5 6.0 between min and max [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 engine a13dte ecoflex b16dth a17dte, a17dtc a17dtf, a17dts a20dth, a20dtr including filter [l...

  • Page 307

    306 technical data tyre pressures tyre pressures differ depending on the model variant. The order of the listed car models is as follows: ■ 3-door hatchback ■ 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer refer to the table header to find the correct tyre pressure for your model. 3-door hatchback c...

  • Page 308

    Technical data 307 3-door hatchback comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a14nel, a14net 225/55 r17, 210/2.1 (30) 210...

  • Page 309

    308 technical data 3-door hatchback comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a17dtf, a17dts, a17dtc 225/55 r17, 210/2.1 ...

  • Page 310

    Technical data 309 3-door hatchback comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) 245/35 r20 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 28...

  • Page 311

    310 technical data 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a14net, a14ne...

  • Page 312

    Technical data 311 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a16let 205/65...

  • Page 313

    312 technical data 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) b16dth 205/60...

  • Page 314

    Technical data 313 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a17dtc, a17dt...

  • Page 315

    314 technical data 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a16xht, a17dt...

  • Page 316

    Technical data 315 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a20dth 205/65...

  • Page 317

    316 technical data 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) 235/40 r19 27...

  • Page 318

    Customer information 317 customer information customer information ................ 317 vehicle data recording and pri‐ vacy ........................................... 319 customer information declaration of conformity this vehicle has systems that transmit and/or receive radio waves subject to dir...

  • Page 319

    318 customer information.

  • Page 320

    Customer information 319 vehicle data recording and privacy event data recorders data storage modules in the vehicle a large number of electronic components of your vehicle contain data storage modules temporarily or permanently storing technical data about the condition of the vehicle, events and e...

  • Page 321

    320 customer information radio frequency identification (rfid) rfid technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tyre pressure monitoring and ignition system security. It is also used in connection with conveniences such as radio remote controls for door locking/unlocking and starting, ...

  • Page 322

    Customer information 321.

  • Page 323

    322 index a accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 221 active emergency braking......... 193 active head restraints................... 39 adaptive cruise control....... 119, 182 adaptive forward lighting .......... ................................ 118, 141, 233 adjustable a...

  • Page 324

    323 child restraints.............................. 54 child restraint systems ................ 54 cigarette lighter ......................... 107 climate control ............................. 17 climate control systems............. 151 clock........................................... 105 code..........

  • Page 325

    324 glass panel .................................. 37 glovebox ..................................... 60 graphic-info-display, colour- info-display ............................ 124 h halogen headlights .................... 230 hand brake......................... 171, 172 hazard warning flashers ........

  • Page 326

    325 p parking ................................ 20, 165 parking assist ............................ 195 parking brake ............................ 172 parking lights ............................. 146 particulate filter........................... 166 performance .............................. 292 perf...

  • Page 327

    326 towing the vehicle ..................... 275 traction control system ............. 174 traction control system off......... 117 traffic sign assistant................... 204 trailer coupling........................... 215 trailer stability assist ................. 220 trailer towing ...............