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Vauxhall ASTRA Owner's Manual

Summary of ASTRA

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    Vauxhall astra owner's manual.

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    Introduction .................................... 2 in brief ............................................ 6 keys, doors and windows ............ 20 seats, restraints ........................... 37 storage ........................................ 61 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 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 x on remote control to unlock and open the tailgate. The doors remain locked. 4-door saloon press x on the remote control for at least two seconds; the boot lid opens slightly. Radio remote control 3 21...

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    8 in brief backrest inclination pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the seat to engage audibly. Seat position 3 39, manual seat adjustment 3 42, power seat adjustment 3 46, seat folding 3 45. Seat height lever pumping motion up : seat higher down : seat lower seat position 3 39, ...

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    In brief 9 head restraint adjustment press release button, adjust height, engage. Head restraints 3 37. 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 ...

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    10 in brief exterior mirrors select the relevant exterior mirror and adjust it. Convex exterior mirrors 3 30, electric adjustment 3 30, folding exterior mirrors 3 30, heated exterior mirrors 3 31. Steering wheel adjustment unlock the lever, adjust the steering wheel, then engage the lever and ensure...

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    In brief 11 instrument panel overview.

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    12 in brief 1 power windows ..................... 33 2 exterior mirrors ..................... 30 3 cruise control ..................... 185 speed limiter ....................... 187 adaptive cruise control ....... 188 forward collision alert ......... 195 4 side air vents ...................... 163 ...

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    In brief 13 rear fog light ...................... 150 instrument illumination ....... 151 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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    14 in brief headlight flash, high beam and low beam headlight flash : pull lever high beam : push lever low beam : push or pull lever automatic light control 3 143, high beam 3 144, headlight flash 3 144, adaptive forward lighting 3 146. Turn and lane-change signals lever up : right turn signal leve...

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    In brief 15 horn press j. Climate control heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors the heating is operated by pressing Ü . Heated rear window 3 35. Demisting and defrosting the windows press v. Set the temperature control to the highest level. Heated rear window Ü on. Climate control system 3 155...

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    16 in brief washer and wiper systems windscreen wiper hi : fast lo : slow int : interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor off : off for a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down to position 1x. Windscreen wiper 3 102, wiper blade replacement 3 236. Windscreen an...

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    In brief 17 rear window washer push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times. Rear window wiper/washer 3 104. Transmission manual transmission reverse: with the vehicle stationary, depress clutch pedal, press the release button on the selector lever and engag...

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    18 in brief starting off check before starting off ● tyre pressure and condition 3 264, 3 308. ● engine oil level and fluid levels 3 231. ● 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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    In brief 19 parking 9 warning ● do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high temperature of the exhaust system could ignite the surface. ● always apply the parking brake. Activate the manual parking brake without pressing the release button. Apply as firmly as possible on a downh...

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    20 keys, doors and windows keys, doors and windows keys, locks ................................... 20 keys .......................................... 20 car pass .................................... 21 radio remote control ................. 21 memorised settings ................... 22 central lockin...

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    Keys, doors and windows 21 lock cylinders designed to free-wheel if they are forcefully rotated without the correct key or if the correct key is not fully inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with the correct key until its slot is vertical, remove key and then re-insert it. If the cylinder still free-w...

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    22 keys, doors and windows unlocking 3 23. Basic settings some settings can be changed in the settings menu in the info-display. Vehicle personalisation 3 132. Radio remote control battery replacement replace the battery as soon as the range reduces. Batteries do not belong in household waste. They ...

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    Keys, doors and windows 23 central locking system unlocks and locks doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. A pull on an interior door handle unlocks the respective door. Pulling the handle once more opens the door. Notice in the event of an accident in which airbags or belt pretensioners are ...

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    24 keys, doors and windows central locking buttons locks or unlocks all doors, the load compartment and fuel filler flap from inside the passenger compartment. Press e to lock. Press c to unlock. Fault in radio remote control system unlocking manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in t...

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    Keys, doors and windows 25 transmission) or the selector lever is moved to position p (automatic transmission). Settings can be changed in the settings menu in the info-display. Vehicle personalisation 3 132. The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 22. Child locks 9 warning use the child ...

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    26 keys, doors and windows 3-door hatchback press x on radio remote control or push the brand emblem at the bottom half to unlock and open the tailgate. Pressing x opens the tailgate even if the doors are locked. Sports tourer after unlocking, push the touchpad switch under the tailgate moulding and...

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    Keys, doors and windows 27 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 transport...

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    28 keys, doors and windows 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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    Keys, doors and windows 29 3. Close doors. 4. Activate the anti-theft alarm system. Status message is displayed in the driver information centre. Status led status led is integrated in the sensor on top of the instrument panel. Status during the first 30 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation...

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    30 keys, doors and windows if the control indicator d flashes when the ignition is on, there is a fault in the system; the engine cannot be started. Switch off the ignition and repeat the start attempt. If the control indicator continues flashing, attempt to start the engine using the spare key and ...

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    Keys, doors and windows 31 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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    32 keys, doors and windows 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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    Keys, doors and windows 33 power windows 9 warning take care when operating the power windows. Risk of injury, particularly to children. If there are children on the rear seats, switch on the child safety system for the power windows. Keep a close watch on the windows when closing them. Ensure that ...

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    34 keys, doors and windows child safety system for rear windows press z to deactivate rear door power windows; the led illuminates. To activate, press z again. Operating windows from outside the windows can be operated remotely from outside the vehicle. Press and hold c to open windows. Press and ho...

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    Keys, doors and windows 35 heated rear window operated by pressing Ü. Heating works with the engine running and is switched off automatically after a short time. Sun visors the sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent dazzling. If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mi...

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    36 keys, doors and windows 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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    Seats, restraints 37 seats, restraints head restraints ............................ 37 active head restraints ................ 38 front seats ................................... 39 seat position .............................. 39 seat adjustment ........................ 40 manual seat adjustment .......

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    38 seats, restraints adjustment head restraints on front seats height adjustment press release button, adjust height, engage. 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 r...

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    Seats, restraints 39 forwards. Thus the head is supported so that the risk of whiplash injury is reduced. Notice approved accessories may only be attached if the seat is not in use. Front seats seat position 9 warning only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. 9 warning never adjust seats while dr...

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    40 seats, restraints ● sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that it is possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between shoulders and the backrest when turning the steering wheel. Do not angle the backr...

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    Seats, restraints 41 seat height lever pumping motion up : seat higher down : seat lower 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 ...

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    42 seats, restraints adjustable thigh support pull the lever and slide the thigh support. 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 w...

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    Seats, restraints 43 backrest inclination pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the backrest to engage audibly. Seat height lever pumping motion up : seat higher down : seat lower seat inclination lever pumping motion up : front end higher down : front end lower.

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    44 seats, restraints 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 forwards or backwards. Adjustable thigh support pull the lever and slide the thigh su...

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    Seats, restraints 45 seat folding caution when seat height is in highest position, push head restraints down and lift up sun visors before folding backrest forwards. Seat folding on manual operated seats lift release lever and fold backrest forwards, then slide seat forwards to the stop. To restore,...

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    46 seats, restraints 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 slides automatically backwards to the original position. In case the head restraint o...

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    Seats, restraints 47 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 switch up or dow...

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    48 seats, restraints armrest the armrest can be slid forwards by 10 cm. Under the armrest there is a storage compartment. Armrest storage 3 63. Heating adjust heating to the desired setting by pressing ß for the respective seat one or more times. The control indicator in the button indicates the set...

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    Seats, restraints 49 seat belts the seat belts are locked during hard acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle holding the occupants in the sitting position. Therefore the risk of injury is considerably reduced. 9 warning fasten seat belt before each trip. In the event of an accident, people not ...

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    50 seats, restraints triggered belt pretensioners must be replaced by a workshop. Belt pretensioners can only be triggered once. Notice do not affix or install accessories or other objects that may interfere with the operation of the belt pretensioners. Do not make any modifications to belt pretensi...

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    Seats, restraints 51 adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. It must not lie across the throat or upper arm. Do not adjust while driving. Unfasten to release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Seat belts on the rear seats the seat belt for the rear centre seat can only be wi...

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    52 seats, restraints airbag system the airbag system consists of a number of individual systems depending on the scope of equipment. When triggered, the airbags inflate within milliseconds. They also deflate so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision. 9 warning if handled improper...

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    Seats, restraints 53 the inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and head of the front seat occupants considerably. 9 warning optimum protection is only provided when the seat is in the proper position. Seat position 3 39. Keep the area in which the...

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    54 seats, restraints curtain airbag system the curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each side. This can be identified by the word airbag on the roof pillars. The curtain airbag system is triggered in the event of a side-on impact of a certain severity. The ignition must b...

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    Seats, restraints 55 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 indicator *off illuminates continuously in the centre console. A child restraint system can be installed in accordance with the cha...

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    56 seats, restraints child restraints child restraint systems we recommend the vauxhall child restraint system which is tailored specifically to the vehicle. When a child restraint system is being used, pay attention to the following usage and installation instructions and also those supplied with t...

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    Seats, restraints 57 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 u group 0...

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    58 seats, restraints 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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    Seats, restraints 59 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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    60 seats, restraints 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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    Storage 61 storage storage compartments ................ 61 glovebox ................................... 61 cupholders ................................ 61 front storage ............................. 62 underseat storage ..................... 63 armrest storage ......................... 63 centre con...

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    62 storage 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 64. Additional cupholders are located in the rear armrest. Fold down the armrest. Front storage a storage compartmen...

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    Storage 63 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 65, the tyre repair kit is stowed in the drawer. Tyre repair kit 3 270. Armrest storage storage under the front armrest press button to...

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    64 storage 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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    Storage 65 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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    66 storage 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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    Storage 67 check the cable and lamp position to ensure 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 the...

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    68 storage 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. Push the release lever on the strap retainer and remove the strap retainer. Prepare the bicycle for attachment notice the max...

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    Storage 69 with the rotary lever on the pedal crank recess, roughly adapt the adjustable pedal crank unit to the protrusion of the pedal crank. If the bicycle has straight pedal cranks, unscrew the pedal crank unit completely (position 5). If the bicycle has curved pedal cranks, screw in the pedal c...

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    70 storage attach the pedal crank by rotating the attachment screw on the pedal crank mount. Place the wheel recesses such that the bicycle is more or less horizontal. Here, the distance between the pedals and the tailgate should be at least 5 cm. Both bicycle tyres must be in the wheel recesses. Ca...

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    Storage 71 caution ensure gap between bicycle and vehicle is at least 5 cm. If necessary, loosen handlebar and swivel sideways. The settings for the wheel recesses and on the rotary lever on the pedal crank recess should be noted and saved for each bicycle. Correct presetting will facilitate refitti...

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    72 storage insert the strap retainer and pull tightly downwards as far as possible. Press release lever and slide in wheel recesses all the way as far as they will go. Disengage the locking lever on the diagonal support and fold both pedal crank recesses down. 9 warning risk of pinching. Swivel firs...

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    Storage 73 push the clamping lever down and pull both lamp supports out of the recesses. Fold in the lamp supports on the backs of the tail lamps. First place the front (1) tail lamp, then the rear (2) tail lamp in the recesses and push down as far as possible. Push cables all the way into all guide...

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    74 storage the attachment of electrically- powered bicycles to the pull-out carrier. The maximum load per bicycle on the adapter is 20 kg. The wheelbase of a bicycle must not exceed 1.15 metres. Otherwise the secure fastening of a bicycle is not possible. If not in use, the carrier system must be sl...

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    Storage 75 objects to the system and slide the system back. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Unfold number plate holder lift the number plate holder and fold it backwards. Fold out tail lamps fold out both tail lamps. Lock the rear carrier system swivel both clamping levers sidewards as far as the...

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    76 storage assembling the bicycle rack lift the rack at the rear (1) and pull it backwards. Fold up the rack (2). 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...

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    Storage 77 3. Secure both bicycle wheels to the wheel recesses using the strap retainers. 4. Check the bicycle to make sure it is secure. Caution ensure gap between bicycle and vehicle is at least 5 cm. If necessary, loosen handlebar and swivel sidewards. Attaching the adapter when carrying more tha...

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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 compartment extension, 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 t...

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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 loop 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 37. ● pull the release lever on one or both sides of the backrests and fold down onto the seat...

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    86 storage the closed cover can be secured from the side of the load compartment. Turn the knob 90°: knob horizontal : 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 kg...

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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 co...

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    90 storage notice ● 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, ...

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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. The lashing eyes are only accessible if the rear floor storage cover is in the lower position 3 88. Cargo management system the flexorganizer is a flexible system for div...

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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 installation of the rod there are two installation openings in the roof frame: suspend and engage rod of net at one side, compress rod and suspend and engage at other side. Load compartment 3 82. Removal unhook the safety net rods from the brackets in the roof frame. Detach straps from th...

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    Storage 95 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 compartment behind the warning triangle. Before first use, press in the interior trim at the top and at the sides of the per...

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    96 storage sports tourer fold down strap. Stow the first aid kit in the space behind a strap on the inside of the tailgate. 4-door saloon stow the first aid kit in the space behind the mesh net on the right side of the load compartment. Roof rack system roof rack for safety reasons and to avoid dama...

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    Storage 97 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon 3-door hatchback sports tourer with roof railing fasten the roof rack in the area of the holes, indicated by the arrows in the illustration. Loading information ● heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed against the seat backrests. Ensure that...

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    98 storage ● use the four hooks on the sidewalls of the load compartment for hanging up carrier bags. Maximum load: 5 kg per hook. ● sports tourer: use the hooks on the sidewalls of the load compartment for hanging up carrier bags. Press to fold out the hook. ● secure loose objects in the load compa...

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    Storage 99 hatchback and 4-door saloon, for the sports tourer it is 100 kg. The roof load is the combined weight of the roof rack and the load..

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    100 instruments and controls instruments and controls controls ..................................... 101 steering wheel adjustment ...... 101 steering wheel controls ........... 101 heated steering wheel ............. 101 horn ......................................... 102 windscreen wiper/washer ......

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    Instruments and controls 101 controls steering wheel adjustment unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked. Do not adjust steering wheel unless vehicle is stationary and steering wheel lock has been released. Steering wheel controls the infotainment system, ...

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    102 instruments and controls 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 running and during an autostop. Stop-start system 3 168. Horn press j. Windscreen wiper/washer windscreen wiper...

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    Instruments and controls 103 automatic wiping with rain sensor int : automatic wiping with rain sensor the rain sensor detects the amount of water on the windscreen and automatically regulates the frequency of the windscreen wiper. If the wiper frequency is above 20 seconds, the wiper arm moves slig...

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    104 instruments and controls pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windscreen and the wiper wipes a few times. If the headlights are on, washer fluid is also sprayed onto the headlights, provided that the lever is pulled sufficiently long. Afterwards, the headlight washer system is inoperable...

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    Instruments and controls 105 a drop in temperature is indicated immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. If outside temperature drops to 3 °c, a warning message is displayed in the driver information centre with uplevel-combi-display. 9 warning the road surface may already be icy ev...

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    106 instruments and controls notice if rds auto time adjust is activated, time and date are automatically set by the system. See infotainment 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 setting. ...

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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 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. Refuel immediately if it flashes. During liquid gas operation, the system automatically switches over to petrol o...

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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 control indicators the control indicators described are not present in all vehicles. The description applies to all instrument versions. Depending on the equipment, the position of the control indicators may vary. When the ignition is switched on, most control indicators...

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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 overview o turn signal 3 114 x seat belt reminder 3 114 v airbag and belt tensioners 3 114 v airbag deactivation 3 114 p charging system 3 115 z malfunction indicator light 3 115 g service vehicle soon 3 115 r brake and clutch sys...

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    114 instruments and controls 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 fuse, failure of turn signal light on trai...

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    Instruments and controls 115 charging system p illuminates red. Illuminates when the ignition is switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts. Illuminates when the engine is running stop, switch off engine. Vehicle battery is not charging. Engine cooling may be interrupted. The brake...

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    116 instruments and controls illuminates electric parking brake is applied 3 178. Flashes electric parking brake is not fully applied or released. Switch on ignition, depress brake pedal and attempt to reset the system by first releasing and then applying the electric parking brake. If m remains fla...

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    Instruments and controls 117 illuminates green system is switched on and ready to operate. Flashes yellow system recognises an unintended lane change. Ultrasonic parking assist r illuminates yellow. Fault in system or fault due to sensors that are dirty or covered by ice or snow or interference due ...

  • Page 120

    118 instruments and controls flashes the maximum filling level of the filter is reached. Start cleaning process immediately to avoid damage to the engine. Diesel particle filter 3 171, stop-start system 3 168. Tyre pressure monitoring system w illuminates or flashes yellow. Illuminates tyre pressure...

  • Page 121

    Instruments and controls 119 immobiliser d flashes yellow. Fault in the immobiliser system. The engine cannot be started. Reduced engine power # illuminates yellow. The engine power is limited. Consult a workshop. Exterior light 8 illuminates green. The exterior lights are on 3 142. High beam c illu...

  • Page 122

    120 instruments and controls illuminates green adaptive cruise control is active. Adaptive cruise control 3 188. Vehicle detected ahead a illuminates green. A vehicle ahead is detected in the same lane. Adaptive cruise control 3 188, forward collision alert 3 195. Door open h illuminates red. A door...

  • Page 123

    Instruments and controls 121 some of the displayed functions differ when the vehicle is being driven or at a standstill. Some functions are only available when the vehicle is being driven. Vehicle personalisation 3 132. Memorised settings 3 22. Selecting menus and functions the menus and functions c...

  • Page 124

    122 instruments and controls ● remaining oil life: indicates when to change the engine oil and filter 3 110. ● 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. 3 211 ● following d...

  • Page 125

    Instruments and controls 123 reset knob between speedometer and driver information centre with the ignition on. On vehicles with trip computer, more submenus are available. Selection and indication can be different between midlevel-display and uplevel-combi-display. Trip/fuel information menu, trip ...

  • Page 126

    124 instruments and controls ● economy trend: displays the average consumption development over a distance of 50 miles. Filled segments display the consumption in 5 mile steps and shows the effect of topography or driving behaviour on fuel consumption. Performance menu press menu to select the perfo...

  • Page 127

    Instruments and controls 125 depending on the infotainment system, the graphic-info-display is available in two versions. Graphic-info-display indicates: ● time 3 105 ● outside temperature 3 104 ● date 3 105 ● infotainment system, see description in the infotainment manual ● settings for vehicle per...

  • Page 128

    126 instruments and controls selecting with the infotainment system select a function via the infotainment system buttons. The menu of the selected function is displayed. The multifunction knob is used to select an item and to confirm. Multifunction knob the multifunction knob is the central control...

  • Page 129

    Instruments and controls 127 vehicle messages on the midlevel-display the vehicle messages are displayed as code numbers. No. Vehicle message 2 no radio remote control detected, depress clutch pedal to restart 4 air conditioning off 5 steering wheel is locked 6 depress brake pedal to release electri...

  • Page 130

    128 instruments and controls no. Vehicle message 56 tyre pressure imbalance on front axle 57 tyre pressure imbalance on rear axle 58 tyres without tpms sensors detected 59 open then close driver window 60 open then close front passenger window 61 open then close rear left window 62 open then close r...

  • Page 131

    Instruments and controls 129 the system displays messages regarding the following topics: ● fluid levels ● anti-theft alarm system ● brakes ● drive systems ● ride control systems ● cruise control ● object detection systems ● lighting, bulb replacement ● wiper/washer system ● doors, windows ● radio r...

  • Page 132

    130 instruments and controls 1. Switch off immediately any electric consumers which are not required for a safe ride, e.G. Seat heating, heated rear window or other main consumers. 2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or by using a charging device. The warning message or...

  • Page 133

    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 134

    132 instruments and controls when the fuel level in the tank is low, a message appears on vehicles with uplevel-combi-display. When the tank needs to be refuelled immediately, a warning code or warning message is displayed on vehicles with midlevel-display or uplevel-combi-display. Additionally, con...

  • Page 135

    Instruments and controls 133 press config. 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 submenus the follo...

  • Page 136

    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 137

    Instruments and controls 135 deactivates the automatic door locking function after driving-off. 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 lock...

  • Page 138

    136 instruments and controls radio settings see infotainment manual for further information. Phone settings see infotainment manual for further information. Navigation settings see infotainment manual for further information. Display settings ● home page menu: see infotainment manual for further inf...

  • Page 139

    Instruments and controls 137 automatic door locking function while a door is open. Auto door lock: activates or deactivates the automatic door unlocking function after switching off ignition. Activates or deactivates the automatic door locking function after driving-off. Delay door lock: activates o...

  • Page 140

    138 instruments and controls ● smartphone application ● remote control, e.G. Location of the vehicle, activation of horn and lights, control of central locking system ● stolen vehicle assistance ● vehicle diagnostics ● destination download notice the onstar module of the vehicle is deactivated after...

  • Page 141

    Instruments and controls 139 wi-fi hotspot the wi-fi hotspot of the vehicle provides internet connectivity with a maximum speed of 4g/lte. Notice the wi-fi hotspot functionality is not available for all markets. Up to seven devices may be connected. To connect a mobile device with the wi-fi hotspot:...

  • Page 142

    140 instruments and controls restart prevention by sending remote signals, onstar can prevent the vehicle from restarting once it has been turned off. On-demand diagnostics at any time e.G. If the vehicle displays a vehicle message, press z to contact an advisor and ask to complete a real-time diagn...

  • Page 143

    Instruments and controls 141 the deactivation is indicated by the status light flashing red and green for a short period of time and each time the vehicle is started. Notice if the transmission of the vehicle location is deactivated, some services are no longer available. Notice the vehicle location...

  • Page 144

    142 lighting lighting exterior lighting .......................... 142 light switch .............................. 142 automatic light control ............. 143 high beam ............................... 144 high beam assist ..................... 144 headlight flash ......................... 144 head...

  • Page 145

    Lighting 143 light switch with automatic light control turn light switch: auto : automatic light control: low beam is switched on and off automatically depending on external lighting conditions m : activation or deactivation of the automatic light control. Switch turns back to auto 8 : sidelights 9 ...

  • Page 146

    144 lighting high beam to switch from low to high beam, push lever. To switch to low beam, push lever again or pull. High beam assist description for version with halogen headlights. High beam assist with adaptive forward lighting 3 146. This feature allows high beam to function as the main driving ...

  • Page 147

    Lighting 145 headlight range adjustment manual headlight range adjustment to adapt headlight range to the vehicle load to prevent dazzling: turn thumb wheel ? To required position. 0 : front seats occupied 1 : all seats occupied 2 : all seats occupied and load compartment laden 3 : driver's seat occ...

  • Page 148

    146 lighting for deactivation, operate the same procedure as described above. F will not flash when function is deactivated. Daytime running lights daytime running lights increase visibility of the vehicle during daylight. They are switched on automatically when ignition is on. If the vehicle is equ...

  • Page 149

    Lighting 147 dynamic curve lighting the light beam pivots based on steering wheel angle and speed, improving lighting in curves. Control indicator f 3 119. Corner lighting on tight bends or when turning off, depending on the steering angle or the turn signal light, an additional left or right reflec...

  • Page 150

    148 lighting if a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is on, the high beam assist will be deactivated. If a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is off, the high beam assist will stay activated. High beam assist is always active after the ignition is switched on. Intelligent l...

  • Page 151

    Lighting 149 automatic high beam activation operates at a speed above 25 mph and deactivates below 12 mph. Intelligent light ranging operates above 35 mph. The green control indicator l illuminates continuously when the function is activated, the blue one 7 illuminates when high beam switches on aut...

  • Page 152

    150 lighting for three flashes, e.G. When changing lanes, press the lever until resistance is felt and then release. When a trailer is connected, turn signal flashes six times when pressing the lever until resistance is felt and then releasing. Move the lever to the resistance point and hold for lon...

  • Page 153

    Lighting 151 reversing lights the reversing light comes on when the ignition is on and reverse gear is selected. Misted light covers the inside of the light housing may mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold weather conditions, in heavy rain or after washing. The mist disappears quickly by itself; to...

  • Page 154

    152 lighting operate rocker switch: w : automatic switching on and off press u : on press v : off courtesy light on version with panorama roof left and right lamps are separately switchable. Operate rocker switches: centre posi‐ tion : automatic switching on and off press i : on press 0 : off rear c...

  • Page 155

    Lighting 153 lighting features centre console lighting spotlight incorporated in the interior lighting comes on when headlights are switched on. Entry lighting welcome lighting the following lights are switched on for a short time by unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control: ● headlights ...

  • Page 156

    154 lighting exit lighting is switched off immediately if the turn signal lever is pulled while the driver's door is open. Activation, deactivation and duration of this function can be changed in the settings menu in the info-display. Vehicle personalisation 3 132. The settings can be saved for the ...

  • Page 157

    Climate control 155 climate control climate control systems ............. 155 heating and ventilation system 155 air conditioning system ........... 156 electronic climate control system .................................... 158 auxiliary heater ........................ 162 air vents ...................

  • Page 158

    156 climate control demisting and defrosting ● press 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 the doo...

  • Page 159

    Climate control 157 if no cooling or drying is required, switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. Activated cooling may inhibit autostops. Stop-start system 3 168. Air recirculation system 4 press 4 to activate air recirculation mode. Activation is indicated by the led in the button. P...

  • Page 160

    158 climate control demisting and defrosting the windows v ● press 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 t...

  • Page 161

    Climate control 159 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, the air distribution and fan speed are regulate...

  • Page 162

    160 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. Notice if n is switched on, reducing the set cabin temperature can caus...

  • Page 163

    Climate control 161 fan speed z press lower button to decrease or upper button to increase fan speed as shown in the illustration. The fan speed is indicated by the number of segments in the display. Pressing the lower button for longer: fan and cooling are switched off. Pressing the upper button fo...

  • Page 164

    162 climate control system is switched off, no engine restart will be requested by the climate control system during an autostop. Exception: defrost system is activated and outside temperature above 0 °c. The display will indicate acon when cooling is activated or acoff when the cooling is deactivat...

  • Page 165

    Climate control 163 air vents adjustable air vents at least one air vent must be open while the cooling is on. To open the vent, turn the adjuster wheel towards the bigger w symbol. Adjust the air amount at the vent outlet by turning the adjuster wheel. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelli...

  • Page 166

    164 climate control air conditioning regular operation in order to ensure continuously efficient performance, cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with cooling is not possible when the outside temperature is too low. Service...

  • Page 167

    Driving and operating 165 driving and operating driving hints ............................... 166 control of the vehicle ............... 166 steering ................................... 166 starting and operating ............... 166 new vehicle running-in ............ 166 ignition switch positions ....

  • Page 168

    166 driving and operating driving hints control of the vehicle never coast with engine not running (except during autostop) many systems will not function in this situation (e.G. Brake servo unit, power steering). Driving in this manner is a danger to yourself and others. All systems function during...

  • Page 169

    Driving and operating 167 ignition switch positions 0 : ignition off 1 : steering wheel lock released, ignition off 2 : ignition on, for diesel engine: preheating 3 : starting retained power off the following electronic systems can work until the driver's door is opened or at the latest for ten minu...

  • Page 170

    168 driving and operating automatic starter control this function controls the engine starting procedure. The driver does not need to hold the key in position 3. Once applied, the system will go on starting automatically until the engine is running. Because of the checking procedure, the engine star...

  • Page 171

    Driving and operating 169 the engine will be switched off while the ignition stays on. An autostop is indicated by the needle at the autostop position in the tachometer. During an autostop, the heating and brake performance will be maintained. Caution the power steering assist may be reduced during ...

  • Page 172

    170 driving and operating the engine start is indicated by the needle at the idle speed position in the tachometer. If the selector lever is shifted out of neutral before depressing the clutch first, control indicator - illuminates or is shown as a symbol in the driver information centre. Control in...

  • Page 173

    Driving and operating 171 key. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb. ● close the windows and the sunroof. ● remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock is felt to engage. For vehicles with automatic transmission, the key can only be remov...

  • Page 174

    172 driving and operating needs between seven and twelve minutes. Autostop is not available and fuel consumption may be higher during this period. The emission of smells and smoke during this process is normal. Under certain driving conditions, e.G. Short distances, the system cannot clean itself au...

  • Page 175

    Driving and operating 173 can be continued for a short period, keeping vehicle speed and engine speed low. Automatic transmission the automatic transmission permits automatic gearshifting (automatic mode) or manual gearshifting (manual mode). Manual shifting is possible in manual mode by tapping the...

  • Page 176

    174 driving and operating selector lever p : park position, press release button, wheels are locked, engage only when the vehicle is stationary and parking brake is applied r : reverse gear, press release button, engage only when vehicle is stationary n : neutral d : automatic mode m : manual mode: ...

  • Page 177

    Driving and operating 175 parking apply the parking brake and engage p. The ignition key can only be removed when the selector lever is in position p. Manual mode move selector lever out of position d towards the left to select manual mode m. Tap selector lever forwards backwards ] : shift to a lowe...

  • Page 178

    176 driving and operating the transmission no longer shifts automatically. Continued travel is possible with manual shifting. 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 f...

  • Page 179

    Driving and operating 177 manual transmission to engage reverse, with the vehicle stationary, depress clutch pedal, 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 and depress again; then repeat gear ...

  • Page 180

    178 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 181

    Driving and operating 179 to reduce the operating forces of the parking brake, depress the brake pedal at the same time. Control indicator r 3 115. Electric parking brake applying when vehicle is stationary 9 warning pull switch m for approx. One second, the electric parking brake operates automatic...

  • Page 182

    180 driving and operating apply electric parking brake: pull and hold the switch m for more than five seconds . If control indicator m illuminates, electric parking brake is applied. Release electric parking brake: push and hold the switch m for more than two seconds. If control indicator m extingui...

  • Page 183

    Driving and operating 181 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 3 117. Deactivation tc can be switched off when spinning of drive wheels is required: press b briefly to deactivate tc, k illum...

  • Page 184

    182 driving and operating for a more sporty behaviour esc and tc can be deactivated separately: ● press b briefly: only traction control system is inactive, esc remains active, k illuminates. ● press and hold b for min. Five seconds: tc and esc are deactivated, k and n illuminate. Additionally, the ...

  • Page 185

    Driving and operating 183 deactivate sport mode and tour mode by pressing the corresponding button once more. In each driving mode, flex ride networks the following electronic systems: ● continuous damping control ● accelerator pedal control ● steering control ● electronic stability control (esc) ● ...

  • Page 186

    184 driving and operating into sporty settings. The dmc changes to sport mode in case of very sporty driving behaviour. If, for example, tour mode is selected and whilst driving on a winding road a sudden hard brake is necessary, dmc will detect the dynamic vehicle condition and changes the settings...

  • Page 187

    Driving and operating 185 normal mode in normal mode, when neither sport nor vxr 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 high perf...

  • Page 188

    186 driving and operating maintained. Control indicator m in instrument cluster illuminates green. Accelerator pedal can be released. Vehicle speed can be increased by depressing the accelerator pedal. When the accelerator pedal is released, the previously stored speed is resumed. Cruise control rem...

  • Page 189

    Driving and operating 187 pressing l for activating speed limiter or switching off the ignition also switches off cruise control and deletes the stored speed. 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. ...

  • Page 190

    188 driving and operating change speed limit with speed limiter active, turn thumb wheel to res/+ to increase or set/- to decrease the desired maximum speed. Exceeding the speed limit in the event of an emergency, it is possible to exceed the speed limit by depressing the accelerator pedal firmly be...

  • Page 191

    Driving and operating 189 adaptive cruise control uses a radar sensor to detect the vehicles ahead. If no vehicle is detected in the driving path, the adaptive cruise control will behave like a traditional cruise control. For safety reasons, the system cannot be activated before the brake pedal has ...

  • Page 192

    190 driving and operating once the system is activated, adaptive cruise control decelerates or brakes if it detects a vehicle ahead, which is slower or closer than the desired following distance. 9 warning accelerating by the driver deactivates automatic braking by the system. This is indicated as a...

  • Page 193

    Driving and operating 191 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 194

    192 driving and 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. ● the collision imminent braking system is applying the brakes. ● the radar sensor is blocked by an ice or...

  • Page 195

    Driving and operating 193 ● after a sudden lane change, the system needs a certain time to detect the next preceding vehicle. 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 ...

  • Page 196

    194 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 197

    Driving and operating 195 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 198

    196 driving and operating press e; the current setting is shown in the driver information centre. Press 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 the following...

  • Page 199

    Driving and operating 197 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 200

    198 driving and operating deactivation the system can be deactivated. Press 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 not appl...

  • Page 201

    Driving and operating 199 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 202

    200 driving and operating 9 warning active emergency braking is not designed to apply strong autonomous braking or to avoid automatically a collision. It is designed to reduce the vehicle speed before collision. It may not react on stopped vehicles, pedestrians or animals. After a sudden lane change...

  • Page 203

    Driving and operating 201 parking assist rear parking assist 9 warning the driver bears full responsibility for the parking manoeuvre. Always check the surrounding area while reversing and using the rear parking assist system. The rear parking assist makes parking easier by measuring the distance be...

  • Page 204

    202 driving and operating fault in the event of a fault in the system or if the system does not work due to temporary conditions, e.G. Ice covered sensors, control indicator r illuminates or a message is displayed in the driver information centre. Vehicle messages 3 126. Control indicator r 3 117. F...

  • Page 205

    Driving and operating 203 activation when reverse gear is engaged, the front and rear parking assist is ready to operate. The front parking assist is also activated automatically at a speed up to 7 mph. An illuminated led in the parking assist button r or d indicates that the system is ready to oper...

  • Page 206

    204 driving and operating when the system is deactivated, the led in the button extinguishes. Additionally, park assist off pops-up in the driver information centre when the system is deactivated manually. After a manual deactivation, the front parking assist is activated again if r or d is pressed ...

  • Page 207

    Driving and operating 205 ● advanced parking assist is active: short press activates front-rear parking assist. ● advanced parking assist is active: long press deactivates advanced parking assist. ● advanced parking assist and front-rear parking assist are active: short press deactivates both system...

  • Page 208

    206 driving and operating the instructions in the display show: ● a hint when driving faster than 18 mph. ● the demand to stop the vehicle, when a parking slot is detected. ● the direction of driving during the parking manoeuvre. ● the steering wheel position during parking. ● for some of the instru...

  • Page 209

    Driving and operating 207 deactivation by the driver or by the system during manoeuvring will be indicated by parking deactivated in the driver information centre. Fault a message appears in the driver information centre when: ● there is a fault in the system. ● the driver did not successfully compl...

  • Page 210

    208 driving and operating notice the parking assist system automatically detects factory-fitted towing equipment. It is deactivated when the connector is plugged in. It is possible that the sensor detects a non-existing object (echo disturbance) caused by external acoustical or mechanic disturbances...

  • Page 211

    Driving and operating 209 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 212

    210 driving and operating 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 213

    Driving and operating 211 display settings navi 650/navi 950: brightness can be set by first pressing and then turning the outer ring of the multifunction knob. Cd 600: brightness can be set by first pressing and then turning the multifunction knob. Deactivation the camera is deactivated when a cert...

  • Page 214

    212 driving and operating road signs beginning and end of: ● motorways ● a-roads ● play streets add-on signs ● additional hints to traffic signs ● restriction of trailer towing ● tractor constraints ● wet warning ● ice warning ● direction arrows speed limit signs are displayed in the driver informat...

  • Page 215

    Driving and operating 213 select settings x by pressing menu and select traffic sign detection via the adjuster wheel on the turn signal lever 3 120. When another page on the driver information centre menu was selected and then traffic sign detection page is chosen again, the last recognised traffic...

  • Page 216

    214 driving and operating when the settings page is displayed, select off to deactivate alert function. Reactivate by selecting on. When switching on the ignition, alert function is deactivated. Pop-up indication is displayed for approx. Eight seconds in the driver information centre. System reset t...

  • Page 217

    Driving and operating 215 the driver assistance systems do not relieve the driver from full responsibility for vehicle operation. Lane departure warning the lane departure warning system observes the lane markings between which the vehicle is driving via a front camera. The system detects lane chang...

  • Page 218

    216 driving and operating the system can not operate when no lane marking is detected. Fuel fuel for petrol engines only use unleaded fuel that complies with european standard en 228 or e din 51626-1 or equivalent. The engine is capable of running with fuel that contains up to 10% ethanol (e.G. Name...

  • Page 219

    Driving and operating 217 caution use of fuel that does not comply to en 590 or similar can lead to engine powerloss, increased wear or engine damage and may affect your warranty. Do not use marine diesel oils, heating oils, aquazole and similar diesel- water emulsions. Diesel fuels must not be dilu...

  • Page 220

    218 driving and operating the selected fuel mode is stored and reactivated at the next ignition cycle if conditions allow. As soon as the liquid gas tanks are empty, petrol operation is automatically engaged until the ignition is switched off. When switching automatically between petrol or gas opera...

  • Page 221

    Driving and operating 219 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 underground car parks, follow the inst...

  • Page 222

    220 driving and operating the fuel filler cap can be retained in the bracket on the fuel filler flap. To refuel, fully insert the pump nozzle and switch it on. After automatic cut-off, it can be topped up by operating the pump nozzle maximally two more times. Caution wipe off any overflowing fuel im...

  • Page 223

    Driving and operating 221 press the button of the liquid gas supply point. The filling system stops or begins to run slowly when 80% of the tank volume is reached (maximum fill level). Release button on filling system to stop the filling process. Release the locking lever and remove the filler nozzl...

  • Page 224

    222 driving and operating dish adapter: bosnia-herzegovina, bulgaria, denmark, estonia, france, greece, italy, croatia, latvia, lithuania, macedonia, austria, poland, portugal, romania, sweden, switzerland, serbia, slovakia, slovenia, czech republic, turkey, ukraine, hungary fuel filler cap only use...

  • Page 225

    Driving and operating 223 trailer hitch general information only use towing equipment that has been approved for your vehicle. Entrust retrofitting of towing equipment to a workshop. It may be necessary to make changes that affect the cooling system, heat shields or other equipment. The bulb outage ...

  • Page 226

    224 driving and operating the permissible gross train weight must not be exceeded. This weight is specified on the identification plate 3 292. Vertical coupling load the vertical coupling load is the load exerted by the trailer on the coupling ball. It can be varied by changing the weight distributi...

  • Page 227

    Driving and operating 225 fitting the coupling ball bar all versions except 3-door hatchback: press fastenings inward and fold the cover downward at the front. Remove cover. Disengage and fold down the socket. Remove the sealing plug from the opening for the coupling ball bar and stow it. Checking t...

  • Page 228

    226 driving and operating ● pull out rotary knob and turn clockwise as far as it will go. Inserting the coupling ball bar insert the tensioned coupling ball bar in the opening and push firmly upwards until it audibly engages. The rotary handle snaps back into its original position resting against th...

  • Page 229

    Driving and operating 227 dismounting the coupling ball bar open the protective flap and turn the key to position c to unlock the coupling ball bar. Pull out rotary handle and turn clockwise as far as it will go. Pull out coupling ball bar downwards. Insert sealing plug in opening. Fold away socket....

  • Page 230

    228 vehicle care vehicle care general information ................... 229 accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 229 vehicle storage ........................ 229 end-of-life vehicle recovery ..... 229 vehicle checks ........................... 230 performing work .............

  • Page 231

    Vehicle care 229 general information accessories and vehicle modifications we recommend the use of genuine parts and accessories and factory approved parts specific for your vehicle type. We cannot assess or guarantee reliability of other products - even if they have a regulatory or otherwise grante...

  • Page 232

    230 vehicle care website, where legally required. Only entrust this work to an authorised recycling centre. Gas vehicles must be recycled by a service centre authorised for gas vehicles. Vehicle checks performing work 9 warning only perform engine compartment checks when the ignition is off. The coo...

  • Page 233

    Vehicle care 231 move the safety catch sideways to the left vehicle side and open the bonnet. Secure the bonnet support. If the bonnet is opened during an autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons. Closing before closing the bonnet, press the support into the holder. Lo...

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    232 vehicle care different dipsticks are used depending on engine variant. When the engine oil level has dropped to the min mark, top up engine oil. We recommend the use of the same grade of engine oil that was used at last change. The engine oil level must not exceed the max mark on the dipstick. C...

  • Page 235

    Vehicle care 233 if the cooling system is cold, the coolant level should be above the filling line mark. Top up if the level is low. 9 warning allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open the cap, relieving the pressure slowly. To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of approved coolant conc...

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    234 vehicle care caution only washer fluid with a sufficient antifreeze concentration provides protection at low temperatures or a sudden drop in temperature. Use of washer fluid containing isopropanol can damage exterior lamps. Brakes in the event of minimum thickness of the brake lining, a squeali...

  • Page 237

    Vehicle care 235 the anti-theft alarm siren must be deactivated as follows: switch the ignition on then off, disconnect the vehicle's battery within 15 seconds. Vehicle battery discharge protection 3 154. Replacing the vehicle battery notice any deviation from the instructions given in this section ...

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    236 vehicle care meaning of symbols: ● no sparks, naked flames or smoking. ● always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury. ● keep the vehicle battery out of reach of children. ● the vehicle battery contains sulphuric acid which could cause blindness or serious burn injuries. ● s...

  • Page 239

    Vehicle care 237 bulb replacement switch off the ignition and switch off the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base. Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands. Use only the same bulb type for replacement. Replace headlight bulbs from within the engine compartment. Bul...

  • Page 240

    238 vehicle care 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 reflector and rotate clockwise to secure. 5. Fit the cap and rot...

  • Page 241

    Vehicle care 239 2. Press latches together and withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket and replace the bulb. 4. Insert the bulb holder into the reflector. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise. 3-door hatchback bi-halogen headlight (1) with one bulb for low and hig...

  • Page 242

    240 vehicle care 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 3. Disengage the bulb holder from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 4. Replace the bulb and connect bulb holder with the plug connector. 5. Insert the bulb holder, enga...

  • Page 243

    Vehicle care 241 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 244

    242 vehicle care 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 anticlockwise and remove it from the reflector. 5. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the ...

  • Page 245

    Vehicle care 243 2. Unscrew both screws and remove light assembly from the bumper. 3. Turn the bulb socket anticlockwise 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 th...

  • Page 246

    244 vehicle care 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 247

    Vehicle care 245 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 248

    246 vehicle care 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 the cable from the retainer. 5. Detach the wiring plug from the bulb carrier. 6. Unscrew ...

  • Page 249

    Vehicle care 247 from the inside of the load compartment. Close the cover and engage. Light assembly in the tailgate 1. Open the tailgate and remove the cover and both blind cover on the respective side. 2. Unscrew and remove three screws. 3. Remove the light assembly. Make sure that the cable duct ...

  • Page 250

    248 vehicle care 2. Unscrew two plastic securing nuts from the inside by hand. 3. Carefully withdraw tail light assembly from recesses and remove. Make sure that the cable duct remains in position. 4. Detach wiring plug from bulb carrier. 5. Remove the bulb holder by turning and replace the bulb by ...

  • Page 251

    Vehicle care 249 2. Remove the bulb holder by turning 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. 3. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. Attach cover. Sports to...

  • Page 252

    250 vehicle care 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 holder by turning anticlockwise and replace the bulb by withdrawing or pushing the bulb slightly into th...

  • Page 253

    Vehicle care 251 4. Remove the bulb holder by turning anticlockwise 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. 5. Fit the light assembly in the tailgate and tight...

  • Page 254

    252 vehicle care 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 turning and replace the bulb by withdrawing or pushing the bulb slightly into t...

  • Page 255

    Vehicle care 253 slightly into the socket and rotating anticlockwise: tail light (1) rear fog light/reverse light (2), depending on the side. Version with light emitting diode (led) only rear fog light respectively reverse light (2), depending on the side, can be changed. 5. Insert and turn bulb hol...

  • Page 256

    254 vehicle care 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to the left and insert right end. 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer to replace bulb, remove lamp housing: 1. Slide lamp to its left side and remove with its right end. 2. Turn bulb holder an...

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    Vehicle care 255 2. Remove lamp downwards, taking care not to pull on the cable. 3. Remove bulb holder from lamp housing by turning anticlockwise. 4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise. 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let engage. Inte...

  • Page 258

    256 vehicle care fuse extractor a fuse extractor may be located in the fuse box in the engine compartment. Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. Engine compartment fuse box the fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage...

  • Page 259

    Vehicle care 257 no. Circuit 1 engine control module 2 lambda sensor 3 fuel injection/ignition system 4 fuel injection/ignition system 5 – 6 mirror heating/anti-theft alarm system 7 fan control/engine control module/transmission control module 8 lambda sensor/engine cooling 9 rear window sensor 10 v...

  • Page 260

    258 vehicle care no. Circuit 33 adaptive forward lighting/auto‐ matic light control 34 exhaust gas recirculation 35 exterior mirror/rain sensor 36 climate control 37 canister vent solenoid 38 vacuum pump 39 central control module 40 windscreen washer/rear window washer system 41 right high beam (hal...

  • Page 261

    Vehicle care 259 in right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behind a cover in the glovebox. Open the glovebox, then open the cover and fold it down. No. Circuit 1 displays 2 exterior lights/body control module 3 exterior lights/body control module 4 infotainment system 5 infotainment syst...

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    260 vehicle care remove the cover. Sports tourer the fuse box is on the left side of the load compartment behind a cover. Fold down the blind and remove. Remove the cover. Fuse assignments.

  • Page 263

    Vehicle care 261 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 interior mirror/rear view camera no. Circuit 17 power outlet 18 – 19 steering wheel he...

  • Page 264

    262 vehicle care 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 and 5-door hatchback sports tourer and 4-door saloon on version with rear carrier system ...

  • Page 265

    Vehicle care 263 variant 1b: 3-door and 5-door hatchback with foldable wheel wrench same content as variant 1a, but with a foldable wheel wrench instead of the rigid wheel wrench located in the tool bag. Variant 2: sports tourer the jack, the tools and the towing eye are in the tool box below the sp...

  • Page 266

    264 vehicle care wheels and tyres tyre condition, wheel condition drive over edges slowly and at right angles if possible. Driving over sharp edges can cause tyre and wheel damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking. Regularly check the wheels for damage. Seek the assistance of a workshop in...

  • Page 267

    Vehicle care 265 tyre pressure 3 308. The tyre pressure information label on the front left or right door frame indicates the original equipment tyres and the correspondent tyre pressures. The tyre pressure data refers to cold tyres. It applies to summer and winter tyres. Always inflate the spare ty...

  • Page 268

    266 vehicle care values provided on the tyre information label and tyre pressure chart are valid for cold tyres, which means at 20 °c. The pressure increases by nearly 1.5 psi for a 10 °c temperature increase. This must be considered when warm tyres are checked. The tyre pressure value displayed in ...

  • Page 269

    Vehicle care 267 a detected low tyre pressure condition is indicated by control indicator w 3 118. If w illuminates, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tyres as recommended 3 308. If w flashes for 60-90 seconds and then illuminates continuously, there is a fault in the system. Consult a worksh...

  • Page 270

    268 vehicle care select: ● light for comfort pressure up to 3 people. ● eco for eco pressure up to 3 people. ● max for full load. Tyre pressure sensor matching process each tyre pressure sensor has a unique identification code. The identification code must be matched to a new wheel position after ro...

  • Page 271

    Vehicle care 269 9. Proceed to the right side front wheel, and repeat the procedure in step 8. 10. Proceed to the right side rear wheel, and repeat the procedure in step 8. 11. Proceed to the left side rear wheel, and repeat the procedure in step 8. The horn sounds twice to indicate the sensor ident...

  • Page 272

    270 vehicle care wheel covers wheel covers and tyres that are factory approved for the respective vehicle and comply with all of the relevant wheel and tyre combination requirements must be used. If the wheel covers and tyres used are not factory approved, the tyres must not have a rim protection ri...

  • Page 273

    Vehicle care 271 tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired with the tyre repair kit. 9 warning do not drive faster than 50 mph. Do not use for a lengthy period. Steering and handling may be affected. If you have a flat tyre: apply the parking brake and engage first ...

  • Page 274

    272 vehicle care 4. Screw the compressor air hose to the connection on the sealant bottle. 5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor. Set the compressor near the tyre in such a way that the sealant bottle is upright. 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective tyre. 7. Screw the filler h...

  • Page 275

    Vehicle care 273 drain excess tyre pressure with the button over the pressure indicator. Do not run the compressor longer than ten minutes. 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...

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    274 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 2...

  • Page 277

    Vehicle care 275 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 278

    276 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 3 262: set the jack t...

  • Page 279

    Vehicle care 277 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 3 277, the vehicle tools 3 262 and the ...

  • Page 280

    278 vehicle care the spare wheel is located in the load compartment beneath the floor covering. It is secured with a wing nut. To remove: 1. Open the floor cover. 2. Only 3-door hatchback: remove rear storage by pressing both buttons. Fold down cover and extract storage upwards. 3. The spare wheel i...

  • Page 281

    Vehicle care 279 4. Insert the strap through the spokes of the wheel as shown in the illustration. 5. Mount the hook to the rear lashing eye. 6. Tighten the strap and secure it using the buckle. 9 danger always drive with folded up and engaged rear seat backrests when stowing a damaged full size whe...

  • Page 282

    280 vehicle care 3. Take the extension bolt from the tool bag 3 262 and screw it in hand-tight using the hexagon key of the wheel wrench. 4. Store the tool box and the damaged wheel outside up in the spare wheel well and secure it by turning the wing nut clockwise on the bolt. The floor cover can be...

  • Page 283

    Vehicle care 281 they are not fixed properly. During a sudden stop or a collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store jack and tools always in the respective storage compartments and secure them by fixing. Damaged wheel placed in the load compartment must always be secured by the strap. Tem...

  • Page 284

    282 vehicle care ● a discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature of 0 °c. Defrost the frozen vehicle battery before connecting jump leads. ● wear eye protection and protective clothing when handling a vehicle battery. ● use a booster vehicle battery with the same voltage (12 volts...

  • Page 285

    Vehicle care 283 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.G. Headlights, heated rear window) of the vehicle receiving the jump start. 5. Reverse above sequence exactly when removing leads. Towing towing the vehicle insert a screwdriver in the slot at the lower part of the cap. Release the cap by careful...

  • Page 286

    284 vehicle care caution drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. When the engine is not running, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation and close...

  • Page 287

    Vehicle care 285 caution drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. After towing, unscrew the towing eye. Insert cap at the top and engage downwards. Appearance care exterior care locks the locks are lubricated at the factory using a high quality lock cylind...

  • Page 288

    286 vehicle care do not clean the engine compartment with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner. On vehicles with emblem touchpad: when cleaning with a high-pressure jet cleaner ensure a minimum distance of 30 cm when working around the tailgate to prevent unintended unlocking. Thoroughly rinse a...

  • Page 289

    Vehicle care 287 rims are painted and can be treated with the same agents as the body. Paintwork damage rectify minor paintwork damage with a touch-up pen before rust forms. Have more extensive damage or rust areas repaired by a workshop. Underbody some areas of the vehicle underbody have a pvc unde...

  • Page 290

    288 vehicle care clothing fabrics may not be colourfast. This could cause visible discolourations, especially on light- coloured upholstery. Removable stains and discolourations should be cleaned as soon as possible. Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or interior cleaner. Caution close velcro fast...

  • Page 291

    Service and maintenance 289 service and maintenance general information ................... 289 service information .................. 289 recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 290 recommended fluids and lubricants ................................ 290 general ...

  • Page 292

    290 service and maintenance confirmations confirmation of service is recorded in the service and warranty booklet. The date and mileage is completed with the stamp and signature of the servicing workshop. Make sure that the service and warranty booklet is completed correctly as continuous proof of s...

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    Service and maintenance 291 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 grade gives information of the thickness of the oil. Multigrade oil is indicated by two figures, e.G. S...

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    292 technical data technical data vehicle identification .................. 292 vehicle identification number .. 292 identification plate ................... 292 engine identification ................ 293 vehicle data ............................... 294 recommended fluids and lubricants ...............

  • Page 295

    Technical data 293 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...

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    294 technical data vehicle data recommended fluids and lubricants european service schedule required engine oil quality all european countries with european service interval 3 289 engine oil quality petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines dexos 1 – – dexos 2 ✔ ✔ in case dexos quality...

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    Technical data 295 international service schedule required engine oil quality all countries with international service interval 3 289 engine oil quality petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines dexos 1 (if available) ✔ – dexos 2 ✔ ✔ in case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the...

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    296 technical data all countries with international service interval 3 289 acea c3 ✔ ✔ api sm ✔ – api sn resource conserving ✔ – engine oil viscosity grades all countries with international service interval 3 289 ambient temperature petrol and diesel engines down to -25 °c sae 5w-30 or sae 5w-40 bel...

  • Page 299

    Technical data 297 engine data engine identifier code a14xer, b14xer b14nel b14net lpg, b14net b16xer a16xht b16shl b16sht sales designation 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.6 1.6 1.6 1.6 engineering code a14xer b14net b14net b16xer b16sht b16sht piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1398 1364 1364 1598 1598 1598 1598 engine po...

  • Page 300

    298 technical data sales designation 1.6 1.8 2.0 vxr 1.3 1.6 1.6 engine identifier code a16let a18xer b20nft a13dte b16dth b16dtl engineering code a18xer b20nft b16dth b16dtl piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1598 1796 1998 1248 1598 1598 engine power [kw] 132 103 206 70 100 81 at rpm 5500 6300 5300 4000 ...

  • Page 301

    Technical data 299 sales designation 1.7 1.7 1.7 2.0 turbo 2.0 turbo 2.0 turbo engine identifier code a17dtn a17dtc a17dts a20dth 121 kw a20dth 96 kw a20dtr engineering code piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1686 1686 1686 1956 1956 1956 engine power [kw] 74 81 96 121/117 4) 96 143 at rpm 4000 4000 4000 4...

  • Page 302

    300 technical data performance 3-door hatchback engine a14xer b14nel b14net a16let a16xht b16sht b16shl maximum speed [mph] manual transmission 111 5) 120 125 137 136 143 – automatic transmission – – 124 – – – 134 5) 4th gear. Engine a18xer b20nft b16dth b16dtl a20dth 121 kw a20dth 96 kw a20dtr maxi...

  • Page 303

    Technical data 301 4-door saloon engine b14xer b14net b14net lpg a16let b16xer a16xht maximum speed [mph] manual transmission 114 5) 129 126 139 120 138 automatic transmission – 127 – 132 115 133 5) 4th gear. Engine a13dte b16dth b16dtl b16shl maximum speed [mph] manual transmission 112 127 118 – au...

  • Page 304

    302 technical data engine a13dte b16dth b16dtl a17dtn a20dth a20dtr maximum speed [mph] manual transmission 108 124 114 113 132 139 automatic transmission – – – – 129 –.

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    Technical data 303 vehicle weight kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 3-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1393/1408 – b14nel –/1437 – b14net –/1437 –/1471 a16let 1471 – a16xht –/1503 – b16sht –/1503 – b16shl...

  • Page 306

    304 technical data kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 4-door saloon engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] b14xer 1393/1405 – b14net 1437/1449 –/1483 b14net lpg 1503/1515 – a16let –/1471 1503 b16xer 1393/1405 –/1449 a16xht –/1503 –/1...

  • Page 307

    Technical data 305 kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment sports tourer engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] b14xer 1393/1408 – b14nel 1437/1452 – b14net 1437/1452 –/1503 b14net lpg 1503/1518 – a16let –/1503 –/1550 b16xer 1437/1452 –/1...

  • Page 308

    306 technical data vehicle dimensions 3-door hatchback 4-door saloon sports tourer length [mm] 4466 4658 4698 width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1840 1814 1814 width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2020 2013 2013 height (without antenna) [mm] 1482 1500 1535 length of load compartment floor [mm] 855 ...

  • Page 309

    Technical data 307 capacities engine oil engine a14xer, b14xer, b14nel, b14net lpg, b14net a16let, b16xer, a18xer a16xht, b16sht, b16shl b20nft including filter [l] 4.0 4.5 5.5 6.0 between min and max [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 engine a13dte ecoflex b16dth, b16dtl a17dtc, a17dtn, a17dts a20dth, a20dtr incl...

  • Page 310

    308 technical data fuel tank petrol/diesel, refilling quantity [l] 56 7) lpg, refilling quantity [l] 34 8) 7) a13dte diesel engine in combination with special equipment: 46 litres. 8) sports tourer: 33 litres. Tyre pressures tyre pressures differ depending on the model variant. The order of the list...

  • Page 311

    Technical data 309 refer to the table header to find the correct tyre pressure for your model. 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]) [kp...

  • Page 312

    310 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]) b14nel, b14net 225/55 r17, 210/2.1 (30) 210...

  • Page 313

    Technical data 311 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) 280/2....

  • Page 314

    312 technical data 4-door saloon 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]) b14xer 205/60 r16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 2...

  • Page 315

    Technical data 313 4-door saloon 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]) b16xer 205/60 r16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 2...

  • Page 316

    314 technical data 4-door saloon 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, b16dth, b16dtl 215/60 r16, 230/2.3 (33...

  • Page 317

    Technical data 315 4-door saloon 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]) b16shl 215/60 r16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 2...

  • Page 318

    316 technical data 4-door saloon 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]) a13dte 205/60 r16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 2...

  • Page 319

    Technical data 317 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]) b14net lpg, b14net, b14nel 205/55 r16, 220/2.2...

  • Page 320

    318 technical data 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 r16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 2...

  • Page 321

    Technical data 319 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]) b16xer 205/55 r16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 2...

  • Page 322

    320 technical data 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, b16dtl 215/60 r16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2....

  • Page 323

    Technical data 321 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]) b16shl 215/60 r16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 2...

  • Page 324

    322 technical data 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]) a17dtn 205/65 r16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 2...

  • Page 325

    Technical data 323 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 r16, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 2...

  • Page 326

    324 customer information customer information customer information ................ 324 declaration of conformity ......... 324 software acknowledgement .... 331 vehicle data recording and pri‐ vacy ........................................... 333 event data recorders ............... 333 collision da...

  • Page 327

    Customer information 325.

  • Page 328

    326 customer information jack, 3-door and 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon.

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    Customer information 327 translation of the original declaration of conformity declaration of conformity according to ec directive 2006/42/ec we declare that the product: product designation: jack type/gm part number: 13576735 is in compliance with the provisions of directive 2006/42/ec. Applied tec...

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    328 customer information jack, 3-door and 5-door hatchback, 4-door notchback.

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    Customer information 329 translation of the original declaration of conformity declaration of conformity according to ec directive 2006/42/ec we declare that the product: product designation: jack type/gm part number: 13576735 is in compliance with the provisions of directive 2006/42/ec. Applied tec...

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    330 customer information jack, sports tourer.

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    Customer information 331 translation of the original declaration of conformity declaration of conformity according to ec directive 2006/42/ec we declare that the product: product designation: jack type/gm part number: 13348505, 13504504 is in compliance with the provisions of directive 2006/42/ec. A...

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    332 customer information unzip this is version 2005-feb-10 of the info-zip copyright and license. The definitive version of this document should be available at ftp://ftp.Info- zip.Org/pub/infozip/license.Html indefinitely. Copyright (c) 1990-2005 info-zip. All rights reserved. For the purposes of t...

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    Customer information 333 use of the zip-bugs or info-zip e- mail addresses or of the info-zip url(s). 4. Info-zip retains the right to use the names “info-zip,” “zip,” “unzip,” “unzipsfx,” “wiz,” “pocket unzip,” “pocket zip,” and “maczip” for its own source and binary releases. Vehicle data recordin...

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    334 customer information when using the vehicle, situations may occur in which these technical data related to other information (accident report, damages on the vehicle, witness statements etc.) may be associated with a specific person - possibly, with the assistance of an expert. Additional functi...

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    Customer information 335.

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    336 index a accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 229 active emergency braking......... 199 active head restraints .................. 38 adaptive cruise control....... 119, 188 adaptive forward lighting . . 119, 146, 240 adjustable air vents ................... 163 airbag ...

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    337 child restraint systems ................ 56 cigarette lighter ......................... 107 climate control ............................. 15 climate control systems............. 155 clock........................................... 105 code........................................... 126 collision...

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    338 glovebox ..................................... 61 graphic-info-display, colour- info-display ............................ 124 h halogen headlights .................... 237 hand brake......................... 177, 178 hazard warning flashers ............ 149 headlight flash .........................

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    339 p parking ................................ 19, 170 parking assist ............................ 201 parking brake ............................ 178 parking lights ............................. 150 particulate filter........................... 171 performance .............................. 300 perf...

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    340 towing equipment ..................... 224 towing the vehicle ..................... 283 traction control system ............. 180 traction control system off ........ 117 traffic sign assistant................... 211 trailer coupling........................... 223 trailer stability assist .........

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    Copyright by general motors uk ltd. The information contained in this publication is effective as of the date indicated below. General motors uk ltd. Reserves the right to make changes to the technical specifications, features and design of the vehicles relative to the information contained in this ...