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Vauxhall ASTRA Owner's Manual

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    0 - 1 vauxhall astra vauxhall astra owner’s manual model year 2012.5 edition: january 2012 ts 1680-b-12.

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    Introduction .................................... 2 in brief ............................................ 6 keys, doors and windows ............ 19 seats, restraints ........................... 35 storage ........................................ 53 instruments and controls ............. 91 lighting ...

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    2 introduction introduction.

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

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

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    Introduction 5.

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    6 in brief in brief initial drive information vehicle unlocking press button c to unlock the doors and load compartment. Open the doors by pulling the handles. To open the tailgate, push the touchpad switch below the handle. Radio remote control 3 20, central locking system 3 21, load compartment 3 ...

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    In brief 7 seat backrests pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the seat to engage audibly. Seat position 3 37, seat adjustment 3 37. Seat height lever pumping motion up = seat higher down = seat lower seat position 3 37, seat adjustment 3 37. Seat inclination lever pumping motion ...

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    8 in brief head restraint adjustment press the button, adjust height and engage. Head restraints 3 35. 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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    In brief 9 exterior mirrors select the relevant exterior mirror and adjust it. Convex exterior mirrors 3 28, electric adjustment 3 28, folding exterior mirrors 3 28, heated exterior mirrors 3 29. Steering wheel adjustment unlock the lever, adjust the steering wheel, then engage the lever and ensure ...

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    10 in brief instrument panel overview.

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    In brief 11 1 power windows ..................... 30 2 exterior mirrors ..................... 28 3 cruise control ..................... 162 4 side air vents ...................... 143 5 turn and lane-change signals, headlight flash, low beam and high beam ... 131 exit lighting .........................

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    12 in brief exterior lighting turn light switch: 7 = lights off 8 = sidelights 9 = headlights automatic light control auto = automatic light control: headlights are switched on and off automatically m = activation or deactivation of the automatic light control 8 = sidelights 9 = headlights fog light...

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    In brief 13 turn and lane-change signals lever up = right turn signal lever down = left turn signal turn and lane-change signals 3 131, parking lights 3 132. Hazard warning flashers operated with the ¨ button. Hazard warning flashers 3 131. Horn press j..

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    14 in brief washer and wiper systems windscreen wiper 2 = fast 1 = slow p = timed interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor § = off for a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Windscreen wiper 3 93, wiper blade replacement 3 188. Windscreen and headlight wash...

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    In brief 15 push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times. Climate control heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors the heating is operated by pressing the Ü button. Heated rear window 3 32. Demisting and defrosting the windows press button v. Set the temp...

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    16 in brief transmission manual transmission reverse: with the vehicle stationary, wait 3 seconds after depressing clutch pedal and then press the release button on the selector lever and engage the gear. If the gear does not engage, set the lever to neutral, release the clutch pedal and depress aga...

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    In brief 17 starting the engine ■ turn key to position 1 ■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock ■ operate clutch and brake ■ automatic transmission in p or n ■ do not operate accelerator pedal ■ diesel engines: turn the key to position 2 for preheating and wait until c...

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    18 in brief selector lever to p before switching off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb. ■ lock the vehicle with button e on the radio remote control. Activate the anti-theft alarm system 3 25. ■ do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high temperature of the ex...

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    Keys, doors and windows 19 keys, doors and windows keys, locks ................................... 19 doors ........................................... 24 vehicle security ............................ 25 exterior mirrors ............................ 28 interior mirrors ............................. ...

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

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    Keys, doors and windows 21 key with foldaway key section extend the key and open the unit. Replace the battery (battery type cr 2032), paying attention to the installation position. Close the unit and synchronise. Radio remote control synchronisation after replacing the battery, unlock the door with...

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

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    Keys, doors and windows 23 fault in radio remote control system unlocking manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. Switch on the ignition and press the central locking button c to unlock all doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. By switching on the ignition, the anti...

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

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    Keys, doors and windows 25 general hints for operating tailgate 9 warning do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.G. When transporting bulky objects, since toxic exhaust gases, which can not be seen or smelled, could enter the vehicle. This can cause unconsciousness and even death. Caution be...

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    26 keys, doors and windows activation ■ self-activated 30 seconds after locking the vehicle (initialisation of the system) ■ directly by pressing e on the radio remote control once more after locking note changes to the vehicle interior such as the use of seat covers, and open windows or sunroof, co...

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    Keys, doors and windows 27 status during the first 30 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation: led illuminates = test, arming delay. Led flashes quickly = doors, tailgate or bonnet not completely closed, or system fault. Status after system is armed: led flashes slowly = system is armed. Seek ...

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    28 keys, doors and windows exterior mirrors convex shape the convex exterior mirror contains an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate distances. Electric adjustment select the relevant exterior mirror ...

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    Keys, doors and windows 29 heated operated by pressing the Ü button. Heating works with the engine running and is switched off automatically after a short time. Interior mirrors manual anti-dazzle to reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing. Automatic anti-dazzle dazzle...

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    30 keys, doors and windows 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. The marked areas of the windscreen behind the interior mirror are not covered with the...

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    Keys, doors and windows 31 safety function if the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened again. Override safety function in the event of closing difficulties due to frost or the like, switch on the ignition, th...

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    32 keys, doors and windows initialising the power windows if the windows cannot be closed automatically (e.G. After disconnecting the vehicle battery), a warning message or a warning code is displayed in the driver information centre. Vehicle messages 3 114. Activate the window electronics as follow...

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    Keys, doors and windows 33 roof sunroof 9 warning take care when operating the sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly to children. Keep a close watch on the movable parts when operating them. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped in them as they move. Switch on ignition to operate the sunroof. Open or ...

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    34 keys, doors and windows closing sunroof from outside the sunroof can be closed remotely from outside the vehicle. Press and hold e button to close the sunroof. Release the button to stop the movement. Initialising after a power failure after a power failure, it may only be possible to operate the...

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    Seats, restraints 35 seats, restraints head restraints ............................ 35 front seats ................................... 37 rear seats ................................... 40 seat belts ..................................... 41 airbag system .............................. 44 child restra...

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

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    Seats, restraints 37 front seats seat position 9 warning only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. ■ sit with buttocks as far back against the backrest as possible. Adjust the distance between the seat and the pedals so that legs are slightly angled when pressing the pedals. Slide the front passe...

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    38 seats, restraints seat positioning pull handle, slide seat, release handle. Seat backrests pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the backrest to engage audibly. Seat height lever pumping motion up = seat higher down = seat lower.

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    Seats, restraints 39 seat inclination lever pumping motion up = front end higher down = front end lower lumbar support adjust lumbar support using the four- way switch to suit personal requirements. Moving support up and down: push switch up or down. Increasing and decreasing support: push switch fo...

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    40 seats, restraints armrest the armrest can be slid forwards by 10 cm. Under the armrest there is a storage compartment. Armrest storage 3 55. Heating adjust heating to the desired setting by pressing the ß button for the respective seat one or more times. The control indicator in the button indica...

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    Seats, restraints 41 seat belts the seat belts are locked during heavy acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle holding the occupants in the sitting position. Therefore the risk of injury is considerably reduced. 9 warning fasten seat belt before each trip. In the event of an accident, people not...

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    42 seats, restraints note 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 pretensioner components as this will invalidate the vehicle type approval. Three-point seat belt fastening withdraw th...

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    Seats, restraints 43 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. Removing 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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    44 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 improperl...

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    Seats, restraints 45 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 3 37. Keep the area in which the airbag inflate...

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    46 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 47 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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    48 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 49 child restraint installation locations permissible options for fitting a child restraint system weight and age class on front passenger seat on rear outboard seats on rear centre seat activated airbag deactivated airbag group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months x u 1 u 2 u group...

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    50 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 e iso/r1 x il x group 0+: up to 13 kg e iso/r1 x il x d iso/r2 x il x c iso/r3 x il x group i:...

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    Seats, restraints 51 isofix size class and seat device a – iso/f3 = forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B – iso/f2 = forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B1 – iso/f2x = forward-facing...

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    52 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 53 storage storage compartments ................ 53 load compartment ....................... 74 roof rack system ......................... 88 loading information ..................... 89 storage compartments glovebox the glovebox features a pen holder, a credit card holder and a coin holder....

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    54 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 56. Additional cupholders are located in the rear armrest. Fold down the armrest. Front storage a storage compartmen...

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    Storage 55 underseat storage press button in the recess and pull out drawer. Maximum load: 3 kg. To close, push in and engage. Depending on the version, the tyre repair kit is stowed in the drawer. Tyre repair kit 3 210. Armrest storage storage under the front armrest press button to fold up the arm...

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    56 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 57 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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    58 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 59 check the cable and lamp position to make sure these are correctly installed and are securely located. Lock the rear carrier system swivel the right clamping lever (1) first, followed by the left clamping lever (2), until a resistance is noticeable. The rear carrier system is locked when ...

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

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    Storage 61 push the release lever on the strap retainer and remove the strap retainer. Prepare the bicycle for attachment note the maximum width for the pedal crank is 38.3 mm and the maximum depth is 14.4 mm. Rotate the left pedal (without a chain cog) vertically downwards. The pedal on the left pe...

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

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    Storage 63 if the two bicycles obstruct one another, the relative positions of the bicycles can be adapted by adjusting the wheel recesses and the rotary lever on the pedal crank recess until the bicycles no longer touch one another. Make sure there is sufficient clearance from the vehicle. Tighten ...

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    64 storage retracting the rear carrier system push the pedal crank mounts into the pedal crank recess like shown in the graphic. 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 ...

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    Storage 65 swivel first the left clamping lever (1), followed by the right clamping lever (2), until they stop. Push the clamping lever down and pull both lamp supports out of the recesses. Fold in the lamp supports on the backs of the tail lamps. First place the front (1) tail lamp, then the rear (...

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    66 storage rear carrier system for four bicycles the rear carrier system (flex-fix system) allows two bicycles to be attached to a pull-out carrier integrated into the vehicle floor. It is possible to attach two further bicycles on an adapter. The transportation of other objects is not permitted. Th...

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    Storage 67 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 enga...

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    68 storage swivel both clamping levers sidewards as far as they will go. Otherwise safe functionality is not guaranteed. Fold out wheel recesses fold out both wheel recesses. Assembling the bicycle rack lift the rack at the rear (1) and pull it backwards. Fold up the rack (2). Push down the rack (1)...

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    Storage 69 1. Rotate the pedals into position as shown in the illustration and put the bicycle on the foremost wheel recess. Make sure that the bicycle stands centrally on the wheel recesses. 2. Attach the short mounting bracket to the bicycle frame. Turn the knob clockwise to fasten. 3. Secure both...

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    70 storage 2. Turn the lever (1) forwards and hold, then lower the adapter (2) at the rear. 3. Release lever and check if the adapter is engaged securely. 4. Guide the strap attached to the adapter underneath the lever for folding back the rear carrier system. Fasten the strap. Attaching further bic...

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    Storage 71 6. Additionally secure both bicycle wheels of the fourth bicycle to the wheel recesses using the tensioning straps. 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 backw...

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    72 storage 9 warning when folding the rear carrier system forwards again, take care that the system is engaged securely. Removing bicycles undo strap retainers on both bicycle tyres. Turn knob anti-clockwise and remove mounting brackets. Detaching adapter detach the adapter before removing the last ...

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    Storage 73 fold the rack backwards, then push forwards until it stops (1). Press the rack down at the rear (2). Fold in wheel recesses fold in both wheel recesses. Stow the strap retainers accurately. Unlock the rear carrier system swivel both clamping levers inwards as far as they will go. Fold in ...

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    74 storage pull release lever up and push the rear carrier system in the bumper until you hear it engage. 9 warning if the system cannot be correctly engaged, please seek the assistance of a workshop. Load compartment the rear seat backrest is divided into two parts. Both parts can be folded down. L...

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    Storage 75 ensure that the seat belts of the outboard seats are placed in the corresponding belt guides. The backrests are properly engaged when the red marks on both sides near the release lever are no longer visible. 9 warning when folding up, ensure that backrests are securely locked in position ...

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    76 storage pull the release lever on one or both sides and fold down the backrests onto the seat cushion. On vehicles with electric seat folding, the rear seats can also be folded from the load compartment. Pull switch on left or right sidewall of the load compartment to fold the corresponding part ...

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    Storage 77 9 warning only drive the vehicle if the backrests are securely locked into position. Otherwise there is a risk of personal injury or damage to the load or vehicle in the event of heavy braking or a collision. The seat belt of the centre seat could be blocked when the backrest is folded up...

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    78 storage to attach, apply seat cushion as shown in the illustration and engage both levers. Open the pass-through in the rear centre backrest fold down the rear armrest. Pull the grip and open the cover. Suitable for loading long, narrow objects. Ensure that the cover engages after folding up. The...

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    Storage 79 5-door hatchback removing unhook retaining straps from tailgate. 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...

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    80 storage cover in upper position push the handle at the end of the cover downwards. The rear of the cover is guided upwards automatically. 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...

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    Storage 81 rear floor storage cover rear floor cover, 5-door hatchback the rear floor cover can be lifted and hooked in with the loop. Caution only use the hook for hanging up the rear floor cover and the height adjustable cover. Height adjustable cover, 5-door hatchback the height adjustable cover ...

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    82 storage lowering to lower the cover, pull the strap backwards and push down the front centre of the cover at the same time. Caution do not lower the height adjustable cover to position 1 in vehicles equipped with subwoofer. The subwoofer could be damaged. Note ■ if mounted in position 2 or 3, the...

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    Storage 83 insert the bar into the recesses at the sidewalls. Caution insert the bar into the rearmost recess when transporting heavy objects in the load compartment. Otherwise the rear floor cover might be damaged. Lashing eyes the lashing eyes are designed to secure items against slippage, e.G. Us...

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    84 storage plate upwards to lock the adapter. To remove, turn the handle plate down and move out of the rail. Variable partition net insert adapters into the required position in the rails. Stick together the halves of the net rods. To install, push rods together a little and insert into the relevan...

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    Storage 85 service box install two hooks in the upper rail. Insert the upper brackets of the box from above into the hooks. 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 r...

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    86 storage passengers must not be transported behind the safety net. Installation behind the rear seats attach lower hook with opening facing backward to eye in the right and left of the floor. Adjust strap length on safety net by attaching the upper hook to the eyes of the strap. Keep strap under t...

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    Storage 87 warning triangle 5-door hatchback stow the warning triangle in the space behind the strap on the right side of the load compartment. Sports tourer fold down straps. Stow the warning triangle in the space behind the straps on the inside of the tailgate. First aid kit 5-door hatchback stow ...

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    88 storage sports tourer fold down strap. Stow the first aid kit in the space behind a strap on the inside of the tailgate. Roof rack system roof rack for safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. For further information contact your worksh...

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    Storage 89 loading information ■ heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed against the seat backrests. Ensure that the backrests are securely engaged. If objects can be stacked, heavier objects should be placed at the bottom. ■ secure objects with lashing straps attached to the lashing ...

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    90 storage vehicle weight (see identification plate 3 229) and the ec kerb weight. To calculate the payload, enter the data for your vehicle in the weights table at the front of this manual. The ec kerb weight includes weights for the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90 % full). O...

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    Instruments and controls 91 instruments and controls controls ....................................... 91 warning lights, gauges and indicators ..................................... 98 information displays ................... 109 vehicle messages ...................... 114 trip computer ................

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

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    Instruments and controls 93 windscreen wiper/washer windscreen wiper 2 = fast 1 = slow p = interval wiping § = off for a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. Switch off in car washes. Adjustable wiper interval wiper lever in posi...

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    94 instruments and controls adjustable sensitivity of the rain sensor turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the sensitivity: low sensitivity = turn adjuster wheel downwards high sensitivity = turn adjuster wheel upwards keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Windscreen and headlight washer pull l...

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    Instruments and controls 95 rear window wiper/washer press the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper: upper position = continuous operation lower position = intermittent operation middle position = off push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times...

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

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    Instruments and controls 97 power outlets a 12 volt power outlet is located in the front console. 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 ...

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    98 instruments and controls the portable ashtray can be placed in the cupholders. 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. Odomet...

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    Instruments and controls 99 tachometer displays the engine speed. Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible. Caution if the needle is in the red warning zone, the maximum permitted engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk. Fuel gauge displays the fuel level or gas level in ...

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    100 instruments and controls as soon as the liquid gas tanks are empty, petrol operation is automatically engaged until the ignition is switched off. Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 170. Engine coolant temperature gauge displays the coolant temperature. Left area = engine operating temperature not y...

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    Instruments and controls 101 press the menu button to select the vehicle information menu. Turn the adjuster wheel to select remaining oil life. The system must be reset every time the engine oil is changed to allow proper functionality. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Press the set/clr button to...

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    102 instruments and controls control indicators in the instrument cluster.

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    Instruments and controls 103 control indicators in the centre console turn signal o illuminates or flashes green. Illuminates briefly the parking lights are switched on. Flashes a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are activated. Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal light or associated f...

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    104 instruments and controls * illuminates yellow. The front passenger airbag is deactivated 3 46. 9 danger risk of fatal injury for a child using a child restraint system together with activated front passenger airbag. Risk of fatal injury for an adult person with deactivated front passenger airbag...

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    Instruments and controls 105 illuminates brake pedal needs to be operated to release the electrical parking brake 3 157. Flashes clutch pedal needs to be operated to start the engine 3 146. Electrical parking brake m illuminates or flashes red. Illuminates electrical parking brake is applied 3 157. ...

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    106 instruments and controls stop-start system 3 148. Illuminates with power steering disabled failure in the power steering system. Consult a workshop. Lane departure warning ) illuminates green or flashes yellow. Illuminates green system is switched on and ready to operate. Flashes yellow system r...

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    Instruments and controls 107 continue driving until % extinguishes. If possible, do not allow engine speed to drop below 2000 rpm. Illuminates the diesel particle filter is full. Start cleaning process as soon as possible. Flashes the maximum filling level of the filter is reached. Start cleaning pr...

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    108 instruments and controls flashes fuel used up. Refuel immediately. Never run the tank dry. Catalytic converter 3 151. Bleeding the diesel fuel system 3 188. Immobiliser d flashes yellow. Fault in the immobiliser system. The engine cannot be started. Reduced engine power # illuminates yellow. The...

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    Instruments and controls 109 door open h illuminates red. A door or the tailgate is open. Information displays driver information centre the driver information centre (dic) is located in the instrument cluster between speedometer and tachometer. It is available as midlevel-display, uplevel-display o...

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    110 instruments and controls in the uplevel-combi-display, the menus can be selected by the menu button, indicated by symbols in the top line of the display: x = vehicle information menu w = trip/fuel information menu some of the displayed functions differ between vehicle driving and standstill and ...

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    Instruments and controls 111 press the set/clr button to select a function or to confirm a message. Vehicle information menu press the menu button to select the vehicle information menu, or on uplevel-combi-display select x. Turn the adjuster wheel to select one of the submenus. Press the set/ clr b...

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    112 instruments and controls graphic-info-display, colour-info-display depending on the vehicle configuration the vehicle has a graphic- or colour-info-display. The info-display is located in the instrument panel above the infotainment system. Graphic-info-display depending on the infotainment syste...

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    Instruments and controls 113 ■ vehicle messages 3 114 ■ settings for vehicle personalisation 3 121 the type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings made. Selecting menus and settings menus and settings are accessed via the display. Selections a...

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    114 instruments and controls vehicle messages messages are indicated mainly in the driver information centre (dic), in some cases together with a warning and signal buzzer. Press the set/clr button, the menu button or turn the adjuster wheel to confirm a message. Vehicle messages on the midlevel-dis...

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    Instruments and controls 115 no. Vehicle message 24 number plate light failure 25 left front turn signal failure 26 left rear turn signal failure 27 right front turn signal failure 28 right rear turn signal failure 29 check trailer brake light 30 check trailer reversing light 31 check left trailer t...

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    116 instruments and controls no. Vehicle message 95 service airbag 128 bonnet open 134 park assist fault, clean bumper 136 service parking assist 145 check washer fluid level 174 low battery 258 park assist off vehicle messages on the uplevel-display or uplevel- combi-display the vehicle messages ar...

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    Instruments and controls 117 warning chimes when starting the engine or whilst driving only one warning chime will sound at a time. The warning chime regarding unfastened seat belts has priority over any other warning chime. ■ if seat belt is not fastened. ■ if a door or the tailgate is not fully cl...

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

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    Instruments and controls 119 ■ trip odometer 1 ■ average consumption 1 ■ average speed 1 ■ trip odometer 2 ■ average consumption 2 ■ average speed 2 ■ digital speed ■ range ■ instantaneous consumption ■ eco drive assistant ■ route guidance trip computer 1 and 2 the information of two trip computers ...

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    120 instruments and controls trip odometer trip odometer displays the recorded distance since a certain reset. Range range is calculated from current fuel tank content and current consumption. The display shows average values. After refuelling, the range is updated automatically after a brief delay....

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    Instruments and controls 121 vehicle personalisation the vehicle's behaviour can be personalised via changing the settings in the info-display. Some of the personal settings for different drivers can be memorised individually for each vehicle key. Memorised settings 3 21. Depending on vehicle equipm...

  • Page 123

    122 instruments and controls sport mode settings the driver can select the functions which will be activated in sport mode 3 160. ■ sport suspension: damping becomes harder. ■ sport powertrain performance: accelerator pedal and gear change characteristics become more responsive. ■ sport steering: st...

  • Page 124

    Instruments and controls 123 rear window wiper when reverse gear is engaged. ■ park assist / collision detection park assist: activates or deactivates the ultrasonic parking assist. ■ exterior ambient lighting duration upon exit of vehicle: activates or deactivates and change the duration of exit li...

  • Page 125

    124 instruments and controls the following settings can be selected by turning and pressing the multifunction knob: ■ sport mode settings ■ languages ■ time & date ■ radio settings ■ phone settings ■ navigation settings ■ vehicle settings ■ display settings in the corresponding submenus the followin...

  • Page 126

    Instruments and controls 125 climate control mode: activates or deactivates cooling when switching on the ignition or uses the last chosen setting. Auto demist: supports windscreen dehumidification by automatically selecting the necessary settings and auto air conditioning mode. Auto rear demist: ac...

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    126 lighting lighting exterior lighting .......................... 126 interior lighting ........................... 133 lighting features ........................ 134 exterior lighting light switch turn light switch: 7 = lights off 8 = sidelights 9 = headlights control indicator 8 3 108. Light swit...

  • Page 128

    Lighting 127 in the driver information centre with uplevel-display or uplevel-combi- display, the current status of the automatic light control is displayed. When switching on the ignition, automatic light control is active. When headlights are on, 8 lights up. Control indicator 8 3 108. Tail lights...

  • Page 129

    128 lighting headlight flash to activate the headlight flash, pull lever. 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 se...

  • Page 130

    Lighting 129 for deactivation operate the same procedure as described above. F will not flash when function is deactivated. Adaptive forward lighting the adaptive forward lighting functions are only available with bi- xenon headlights. Light range, light distribution and intensity of light are varia...

  • Page 131

    130 lighting corner lighting on tight bends or when turning off, depending on the steering angle or the turn signal light, an additional left or right reflector is switched on which illuminates the road at a right angle to the direction of travel. It is activated up to a speed of 25 mph. Control ind...

  • Page 132

    Lighting 131 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 alwayas active after the ignition is switched on. Dynamic auto...

  • Page 133

    132 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 134

    Lighting 133 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 135

    134 lighting operate rocker switch: w = automatic switching on and off. Press u = on. Press v = off. Rear courtesy lights illuminate in conjunction with the front courtesy light depending on rocker switch position. Reading lights operated with s and t buttons in front and rear courtesy lights. Sunvi...

  • Page 136

    Lighting 135 activation or deactivation of this function can be changed in the menu settings in the info-display. Vehicle personalisation 3 121. The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 21. The following lights will additionally switch on when the driver's door is opened: ■ all switches ■ ...

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    136 lighting in the second stage a message which confirms the activation of the battery discharge protection will be displayed in the driver information centre. Switching off electric lights to prevent discharge of the battery when the ignition is switched off, some interior lights are switched off ...

  • Page 138

    Climate control 137 climate control climate control systems ............. 137 air vents ..................................... 143 maintenance .............................. 144 climate control systems heating and ventilation system controls for: ■ temperature ■ air distribution ■ fan speed ■ demisti...

  • Page 139

    138 climate control air conditioning system in addition to the heating and ventilation system, the air conditioning system has controls for: n = cooling 4 = air recirculation heated seats ß 3 40, heated steering wheel * 3 92. Cooling n operated with the n button and is functional only when the engin...

  • Page 140

    Climate control 139 demisting and defrosting the windows v ■ press button v: fan automatically switches to higher speed, the air distribution is directed towards the windscreen. ■ switch cooling n on. ■ set temperature control to warmest level. ■ switch on heated rear window Ü. ■ open side air vents...

  • Page 141

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

  • Page 142

    Climate control 141 if the maximum temperature is set, the climate control system runs at maximum heating. Note if the temperature is reduced 2 °c or more while the engine is in an autostop, the engine will restart automatically. Stop-start system 3 148. Demisting and defrosting the windows v ■ pres...

  • Page 143

    142 climate control cooling n activate or deactivate with the n button. The air conditioning system cools and dehumidifies (dries) when outside temperature is above a specific level. Therefore condensation may form and drip from under the vehicle. If no cooling or drying is required, switch the cool...

  • Page 144

    Climate control 143 auxiliary heater air heater quickheat is an electric auxiliary air heater which automatically warms up the passenger compartment more quickly. 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 towa...

  • Page 145

    144 climate control maintenance air intake the air intake in front of the windscreen in the engine compartment must be kept clear to allow air intake. Remove any leaves, dirt or snow. Pollen filter the pollen filter cleans dust, soot, pollen and spores from the air entering the vehicle through the a...

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    Driving and operating 145 driving and operating driving hints ............................... 145 starting and operating ............... 146 engine exhaust .......................... 150 automatic transmission .............. 152 manual transmission .................. 155 brakes ........................

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

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    Driving and operating 147 do not operate the accelerator pedal. Diesel engine: turn the key to position 2 for preheating until control indicator ! Extinguishes. Turn the key briefly to position 3 and release: an automatic procedure operates the starter with a short delay as long as the engine is run...

  • Page 149

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

  • Page 150

    Driving and operating 149 conditions for an autostop the stop-start system checks if each of the following conditions is fulfilled. Otherwise an autostop will be inhibited. ■ the stop-start system is not manually deactivated ■ the bonnet is fully closed ■ the driver's door is closed or the driver's ...

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    150 driving and operating ■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened and the driver's door is opened ■ the engine temperature is too low ■ the battery is discharged ■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient ■ the vehicle starts to move ■ the climate control system requests an engine start ■ the air condition...

  • Page 152

    Driving and operating 151 take up to 25 minutes. Typically it needs between 7 and 12 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 s...

  • Page 153

    152 driving and operating rectified by a workshop as soon as possible. In an emergency, driving 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 (m...

  • Page 154

    Driving and operating 153 without brake pedal applied, the control indicator j illuminates. If the selector lever is not in p when the ignition is switched off, the control indicators j and p flash. To engage p or r, press the release button. The engine can only be started with the lever in position...

  • Page 155

    154 driving and operating in manual mode no automatic shifting to a higher gear takes place at high engine revolutions. Electronic driving programmes ■ following a cold start, the operating temperature programme increases engine speed to quickly bring the catalytic converter to the required temperat...

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    Driving and operating 155 2. Release the selector lever trim from the centre console at the front, fold it upwards and rotate it to the left. 3. Insert a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go and move the selector lever out of p or n. If p or n is engaged again, the selector lever will b...

  • Page 157

    156 driving and operating brakes the brake system comprises two independent brake circuits. If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can still be braked using the other brake circuit. However, braking effect is achieved only when the brake pedal is depressed firmly. Considerably more force is needed fo...

  • Page 158

    Driving and operating 157 parking brake manual parking brake always apply parking brake firmly without operating the release button, and apply as firmly as possible on a downhill or uphill slope. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the release button and fully lower the l...

  • Page 159

    158 driving and operating dynamic braking when vehicle is moving when the vehicle is moving and the switch m is kept pulled, the electrical parking brake system will decelerate the vehicle, but will not apply statically. As soon as the switch m is released, dynamic braking will be stopped. Fault fai...

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    Driving and operating 159 ride control systems traction control system the traction control system (tc) is a component of the electronic stability control. Tc improves driving stability when necessary, regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip, by preventing the drive wheels from spinning....

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    160 driving and operating 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 3 106. Deactivation for very high-performance driving esc can be deactivated: hold button b depressed for approx. 7 seconds. Co...

  • Page 162

    Driving and operating 161 sport mode the settings of the systems are adapted to a sportier driving style: ■ damping of shock absorbers reacts more stiffly to provide better contact with the road surface. ■ the engine reacts more quickly to the accelerator pedal. ■ steering support is reduced. ■ shif...

  • Page 163

    162 driving and operating driver assistance systems 9 warning driver assistance systems are developed to support the driver and not to replace his attention. The driver accepts fully responsibility when driving the vehicle. When using driver assistance systems, take always care on the traffic situat...

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    Driving and operating 163 deactivation press button y, control indicator m in instrument cluster illuminates white. Cruise control is deactivated. Last used set speed is stored in memory for later speed resume. Automatic deactivation: ■ vehicle speed below approx. 20 mph, ■ vehicle speed above appro...

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    164 driving and operating activation when reverse gear is engaged, the system is activated automatically. The front parking assist can also be activated at a low speed by pressing the r button. An illuminated led in the parking assist button indicates that the system is ready to operate. Depending o...

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    Driving and operating 165 caution performance of the sensor can be reduced when sensors are covered, e.G. By ice or snow. Performance of the parking assist systems can be reduced due to heavy loading. Special conditions apply if there are taller vehicles involved (e.G. Off-road vehicles, mini vans, ...

  • Page 167

    166 driving and operating an exclamation mark in a frame indicates that there is an supplementary sign detected which cannot be recognised by the system. The system is active at an indicated speed above 9 mph and is active up to a speed of 124 mph depending on the lighting conditions. At night the s...

  • Page 168

    Driving and operating 167 speed limits and no passing signs are displayed as pop-up on each page of the menu. Pop-up function the pop-up function can be deactivated on the traffic sign page by pressing the set/clr button on the turn signal lever. Once setting page is displayed, select off to deactiv...

  • Page 169

    168 driving and operating fault the traffic sign assistant system may not operate correctly when: ■ the area of the windscreen, where the front camera is located, is not clean ■ traffic signs are completely or partially covered or difficult to discern ■ there are adverse environmental conditions lik...

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    Driving and operating 169 the lane departure warning system is activated by pressing the ) button. The illuminated led in the button indicates that the system is switched on. When the control indicator ) in the instrument cluster illuminates green, the system is ready to operate. The system is only ...

  • Page 171

    170 driving and operating caution use of fuel that does not comply to en 228 or similar can lead to deposits or engine damage and loss of warranty. Caution use of fuel with too low an octane rating could lead to uncontrolled combustion and engine damage. Fuel for diesel engines only use diesel fuel ...

  • Page 172

    Driving and operating 171 pressing the lpg button switches between petrol and liquid gas operation as soon as the required parameters (coolant temperature, gas temperature and minimum engine speed) have been reached. The requirements are usually fulfilled after around 60 seconds (depending on exteri...

  • Page 173

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

  • Page 174

    Driving and operating 173 the fuel filler flap can only be opened if the vehicle is unlocked. Release the fuel filler flap by pushing the flap. To open, turn the cap slowly to the left. The fuel filler cap can be retained in the bracket on the fuel filler flap. For refuelling, fully insert the pump ...

  • Page 175

    174 driving and operating fit the required adapter. Acme adapter: screw the nut of the filling nozzle onto the adapter. Press locking lever on filler nozzle down. Dish (italy) filler neck: place the filler nozzle into the adapter. Press locking lever on filler nozzle down. Bayonet filler neck: place...

  • Page 176

    Driving and operating 175 acme adapter: belgium, germany, ireland, luxembourg, switzerland bayonet adapter: netherlands, norway, spain, united kingdom euro adapter: spain dish (italy) adapter: bosnia- herzegovina, bulgaria, denmark, estonia, france, greece, italy, croatia, latvia, lithuania, macedon...

  • Page 177

    176 driving and operating the co 2 emission (combined) was not available at time of printing. General information the official fuel consumption and specific co 2 emission figures quoted relate to the eu base model with standard equipment. Fuel consumption data and co 2 emission data are determined a...

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    Driving and operating 177 the permissible trailer loads are specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients up to max. 12 %. The permitted trailer load applies up to the specified incline and up to an altitude of 1000 metres above sea level. Since engine power decreases ...

  • Page 179

    178 driving and operating fitting the coupling ball bar press fastenings inward and remove cover. Disengage and fold down the socket. Remove the sealing plug from the opening for the coupling ball bar and stow it. Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar ■ red marking on rotary knob must poi...

  • Page 180

    Driving and operating 179 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 the coupling ball bar without a gap. 9 warning do not touch rotary...

  • Page 181

    180 driving and operating 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. Replace cover. Trailer stability ...

  • Page 182

    Vehicle care 181 vehicle care general information ................... 181 vehicle checks ........................... 182 bulb replacement ....................... 189 electrical system ........................ 198 vehicle tools .............................. 205 wheels and tyres ........................

  • Page 183

    182 vehicle care ■ disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.G. Anti-theft alarm system. Putting back into operation when the vehicle is to be put back into operation: ■ connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehi...

  • Page 184

    Vehicle care 183 9 danger the ignition system and xenon headlights use extremely high voltage. Do not touch. Bonnet opening pull the release lever and return it to its original position. Push the safety catch to the right and open the bonnet. Secure the bonnet support. If the bonnet is opened during...

  • Page 185

    184 vehicle care caution it is the owner's responsibility to maintain the proper level of an appropriate quality oil in the engine. Insert dipstick to the stop on the handle and make half a turn. Different dipsticks are used depending on engine variant. When the engine oil level has dropped to the m...

  • Page 186

    Vehicle care 185 coolant level caution too low a coolant level can cause engine damage. If the cooling system is cold, the coolant level should be above the filling line mark. Top up if the level is low. 9 warning allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open the cap, relieving the...

  • Page 187

    186 vehicle care brakes in the event of minimum thickness of the brake lining, a squealing noise sounds during braking. Continued driving is possible but have the brake lining replaced as soon as possible. Once new brake linings are installed, do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journe...

  • Page 188

    Vehicle care 187 the anti-theft alarm siren must be deactivated as follows: switch the ignition on then off, disconnect the vehicle's battery within 15 seconds. Battery discharge protection 3 135. Replacing the battery note any deviation from the instructions given in this paragraph may lead to a te...

  • Page 189

    188 vehicle care meaning of symbols: ■ no sparks, naked flames or smoking. ■ always shield eyes. Explosive gases can cause blindness or injury. ■ keep the battery out of reach of children. ■ the battery contains sulfuric acid which could cause blindness or serious burn injuries. ■ see the owner’s ma...

  • Page 190

    Vehicle care 189 lower wiper arm carefully. 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 ...

  • Page 191

    190 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 192

    Vehicle care 191 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. Front turn signal the bulbs are accessible from beneath the vehicle. 1....

  • Page 193

    192 vehicle care 3. Disengage the bulb holder from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 4. Remove and replace the bulb holder with bulb. 5. Attach the plug connector. 6. Insert the bulb holder into the reflector. 7. Swivel the spring clip forwards and engage. Xenon headlights 9 danger x...

  • Page 194

    Vehicle care 193 tail lights saloon/hatchback 1. Release the cover and remove it. 2. Unscrew the plastic securing nut from the inside by hand. 3. Carefully withdraw the light assembly from retaining pins and remove. Make sure that the cable duct remains in position. 4. Detach the cable from the reta...

  • Page 195

    194 vehicle care tail lights (1) brake light (2) turn signal light (3) 8. Insert the bulb carrier into the tail light assembly and screw into place. Connect the wiring plug and press the cable into the retainer. Fit light assembly onto retaining pins and tighten the securing nut. Close the cover and...

  • Page 196

    Vehicle care 195 sports tourer 1. On left-hand side, fold down the blind and remove. 2. Remove cover. 3. Unscrew two plastic securing nuts from the inside by hand. 4. Carefully remove tail light assembly. Take care that the cable duct remains in position. Detach wiring plug from bulb holder. 5. Remo...

  • Page 197

    196 vehicle care when assembling press the blind into the rubber grommets to reach full retention force. 7. Switch on the ignition, operate and check all lights. Tail light in the tailgate 1. Open the tailgate and remove the covers. 2. Unscrew the screws and remove. 3. Remove the tail light assembly...

  • Page 198

    Vehicle care 197 rear fog light / reverse light in the tailgate 1. Remove cover. 2. Remove and replace the bulb of rear fog light. 3. Close cover. For replacing reverse light bulb on the right side of the tailgate, proceed in the same way. Side turn signal lights have bulbs replaced by a workshop. N...

  • Page 199

    198 vehicle care interior lights courtesy light, reading lights have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Load compartment light have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Instrument panel illumination have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Electrical system fuses data on the replacement fuse must match the data on th...

  • Page 200

    Vehicle care 199 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 the cover and fold it upwards until it stops. Remove the cover vertically upwards..

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    200 vehicle care no. Circuit 1 engine control module 2 lambda probe 3 fuel injection, ignition system 4 fuel injection, ignition system 5 – 6 mirror heating 7 fan control 8 lambda probe, engine 9 rear window sensor 10 battery sensor 11 trunk release 12 adaptive forward lighting module 13 – 14 rear w...

  • Page 202

    Vehicle care 201 no. Circuit 34 – 35 power windows 36 – 37 canister vent solenoid 38 vacuum pump 39 fuel system control module 40 windscreen washer, rear window washer system 41 right high beam (halogen) 42 radiator fan 43 windscreen wiper 44 – 45 radiator fan 46 – 47 horn 48 radiator fan 49 fuel pu...

  • Page 203

    202 vehicle care 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 3 exterior lights 4 radio 5 infotainment system, instrument 6 power outlet front 7 power outlet rea...

  • Page 204

    Vehicle care 203 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.

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    204 vehicle care no. Circuit 1 trailer module 2 trailer outlet 3 parking assist 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 – 8 anti-theft alarm system 9 – 10 – 11 trailer module, trailer socket 12 – 13 trailer outlet 14 – 15 – 16 – 17 – no. Circuit 18 – 19 steering wheel heating 20 sunroof 21 seat heating 22 – 23 – 24 – 25 – 26...

  • Page 206

    Vehicle care 205 vehicle tools tools vehicles with tyre repair kit the tools and tyre repair kit are in a storage compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment. Vehicles with spare wheel, variant 1 the jack, the tools and a strap for securing a damaged wheel are in a storage compartment ...

  • Page 207

    206 vehicle care tyres of size 235/40 r 19 and 235/45 r 18 and 225/45 r 18 1) must not be used as winter tyres. Tyres of size 215/60 r 16 2) must not be used as winter tyres on engines a14xel, a14xer, a14net, a16xer, a13dte, a17dtr and a17dtj. In accordance with country-specific regulations, affix t...

  • Page 208

    Vehicle care 207 incorrect tyre pressures will impair safety, vehicle handling, comfort and fuel economy and will increase tyre wear. 9 warning if the pressure is too low, this can result in considerable tyre warm- up and internal damage, leading to tread separation and even to tyre blow-out at high...

  • Page 209

    208 vehicle care control indicator w 3 107. Vehicle messages 3 114. If the tyre pressure shall be reduced or increased, switch off ignition. If a complete set of wheels without sensors is mounted (e.G. Four winter tyres), a message is displayed in the driver information centre. The tyre pressure mon...

  • Page 210

    Vehicle care 209 the legally permissible minimum tread depth (1.6 mm) has been reached when the tread has worn down as far as one of the tread wear indicators (twi). Their position is indicated by markings on the sidewall. If there is more wear at the front than the rear, swap round front wheels and...

  • Page 211

    210 vehicle care tyre chains are only permitted on the front wheels. Always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides (including chain lock). 9 warning damage may lead to tyre blowout. Tyre chains are only permitted on tyres of size 205/55 r 16, 205/60 ...

  • Page 212

    Vehicle care 211 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 213

    212 vehicle care if the prescribed tyre pressure is not obtained within 10 minutes, remove the tyre repair kit. Move the vehicle one tyre rotation. Reattach the tyre repair kit and continue the filling procedure for 10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre pressure is still not obtained, the tyre is too b...

  • Page 214

    Vehicle care 213 note the driving characteristics of the repaired tyre are severely affected, therefore have this tyre replaced. If unusual noise is heard or the compressor becomes hot, turn compressor off for at least 30 minutes. The built-in safety valve opens at a pressure of 102 psi. Note the ex...

  • Page 215

    214 vehicle care the wheel cover with the hook. Vehicle tools 3 205. Alloy wheels: disengage wheel nut caps with a screwdriver and remove. To protect the wheel, place a soft cloth between the screwdriver and the alloy wheel. 2. Variant 1: install the wheel wrench ensuring that it locates securely an...

  • Page 216

    Vehicle care 215 attach jack handle and with the jack correctly aligned rotate handle until wheel is clear of the ground. Variant 2: set the jack to the necessary height. Position it directly below the jacking point in a manner that prevents it from slipping. Attach wheel wrench and with the jack co...

  • Page 217

    216 vehicle care jacking position for lifting platform rear arm position of the lifting platform centrically under the recess of the sill. Front arm position of the lifting platform at the underbody. Spare wheel some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel. The spare wh...

  • Page 218

    Vehicle care 217 compartment after having changed wheels, it needs to be secured with a strap, or, in the sports tourer, with a long bolt. Stowing a damaged wheel in the load compartment, 5-door hatchback a damaged wheel must be stowed in the load compartment and secured with a strap. Vehicle tools ...

  • Page 219

    218 vehicle care the floor cover can be placed on the projecting wheel. Replace the long bolt before fitting the spare wheel in the well after renewing or repairing the defective wheel. 9 warning storing a jack, a wheel or other equipment in the load compartment could cause injury if they are not fi...

  • Page 220

    Vehicle care 219 jump starting do not start with quick charger. A vehicle with a discharged battery can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle. 9 warning be extremely careful when starting with jump leads. Any deviation from the following instructions can lead to injuries or ...

  • Page 221

    220 vehicle care 3. Connect the black lead to the negative terminal of the booster battery. 4. Connect the other end of the black lead to a vehicle grounding point, such as the engine block or an engine mounting bolt. Connect as far away from the discharged battery as possible, however at least 60 c...

  • Page 222

    Vehicle care 221 screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow rod – to the towing eye. The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the vehicle. Switch on ignition to release steering wheel lock ...

  • Page 223

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

  • Page 224

    Vehicle care 223 if using a vehicle wash, comply with the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper must be switched off. Remove antenna and external accessories such as roof racks etc. If you wash your vehicle by hand, make sure that the insides of the whe...

  • Page 225

    224 vehicle care clean rims with a ph-neutral wheel cleaner. 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 ar...

  • Page 226

    Vehicle care 225 caution close velcro fasteners as open velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery. The same applies to clothing with sharp-edged objects, like zips or belts or studded jeans. Plastic and rubber parts plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with the same cleaner as use...

  • Page 227

    226 service and maintenance service and maintenance general information ................... 226 recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 227 general information service information in order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to maintain the value...

  • Page 228

    Service and maintenance 227 make sure that the service and warranty booklet is completed correctly as continuous proof of service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met, and is also a benefit when selling the vehicle. Service interval with remaining engine oil life duration th...

  • Page 229

    228 service and maintenance select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the minimum ambient temperature 3 231. Additional engine oil additives the use of additional engine oil additives could cause damage and invalidate the warranty. Engine oil viscosity grades the sae viscosity gr...

  • Page 230

    Technical data 229 technical data vehicle identification .................. 229 vehicle data ............................... 231 vehicle identification vehicle identification number the vehicle identification number is visible through the windscreen. Identification plate the identification plate is ...

  • Page 231

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

  • Page 232

    Technical data 231 vehicle data recommended fluids and lubricants european service schedule required engine oil quality all european countries (except belarus, moldova, russia, serbia, turkey) only israel engine oil quality petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines petrol engines (incl...

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    232 technical data international service schedule required engine oil quality all countries outside europe except israel only belarus, moldova, russia, serbia, turkey engine oil quality petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines de...

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    Technical data 233 all countries outside europe except israel only belarus, moldova, russia, serbia, turkey engine oil quality petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines petrol engines (including cng, lpg, e85) diesel engines acea a3/b3 ✔ – ✔ – acea a3/b4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ acea c3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ api sm ...

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    234 technical data engine data sales designation 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.6 1.6 engine identifier code a14xel a14xer a14nel a14net a16xer a16let number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 4 piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1398 1398 1364 1364 1598 1598 engine power [kw] 64 74 88 103 85 132 at rpm 6000 6000 4200-6000 4900-60...

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    Technical data 235 sales designation 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.6 1.6 engine identifier code a14xel a14xer a14nel a14net a16xer a16let possible 98 super plus schwefelfrei (98) 98 super plus schwefelfrei (98) 98 super plus schwefelfrei (98) 98 super plus schwefelfrei (98) 98 super plus schwefelfrei (98) 98 su...

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    236 technical data sales designation 1.3 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7 engine identifier code a13dte a17dte a17dtc a17dtf a17dts at rpm 1750-3250 1750-2500 1750-2500 2000-2500 2000-2500 fuel type diesel diesel diesel diesel diesel oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 sales designation 1.7 1.7 2.0 turbo...

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    Technical data 237 performance 5-door hatchback engine a14xel a14xer a14nel a14net a16let a16xer maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 105 3) 111 3) 120 126 138 118 automatic transmission – – – 125 132 114 engine a13dte a17dte a17dtc a17dtf a17dts maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 109 ...

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    238 technical data engine a17dtj a17dtr a20dth maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 113 122 134 automatic transmission – – 131 sports tourer engine a14xer a14nel a14net a16let a16xer maximum speed [mph] 5) manual transmission 109 119 125 138 116 automatic transmission – – 124 131 113 engine a1...

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    Technical data 239 vehicle weight kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 5-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xel 1373/1388 – a14xer 1373/1388 – a14nel 1393/1408 – a14net 1393/1408 –/1453 a16let –/1490 –/1503 a16xer...

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    240 technical data 5-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a17dte 1503/1518 – a17dtf 1503/1518 – a17dtj 1503/1518 – a17dtr 1503/1518 – a17dts 1503/1518 – a20dth 1503/1518 –/1590 a20dth 6) 1503/1518 – 6) with stop-start function..

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    Technical data 241 kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment 5-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xel –/1545 – a14xer –/1545 – a14nel –/1611 – a14net –/1611 –/1613 a16let –/1613 –/1665 a16xer –/1578 –/1613 a13dte –/1571 –...

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    242 technical data 5-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a17dte –/1664 – a17dtf –/1664 – a17dtj –/1684 – a17dtr –/1689 – a17 dts –/1664 a20dth –/1711 –/1731 a20dth 6) –/1701 – 6) with stop-start function..

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    Technical data 243 kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment sports tourer engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1393/1408 – a14nel 1471/1486 –/1503 a14net 1437/1452 –/1503 a16let –/1503 –/1550 a16xer 1437/1452 –/1503 a13dte 1471/14...

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    244 technical data kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment sports tourer engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xer –/1571 – a14nel –/1664 –/1664 a14net –/1664 –/1664 a16let –/1664 –/1701 a16xer –/1613 –/1664 a13dte –/1664 – a17dtj –/1733...

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    Technical data 245 vehicle dimensions 5-door hatchback sports tourer length [mm] 4419 4698 width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1814 1814 width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2013 2013 height (without antenna) [mm] 1510 1535 length of load compartment floor [mm] 836 1069 length of load compartment wi...

  • Page 247

    246 technical data capacities engine oil engine a14xel, a14xer a14nel, a14net a16let, a16xer a13dte ecoflex including filter [l] 4.0 4.0 4.5 3.2 between min and max [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 engine a17dte, a17dtc a17dtf, a17dts a17dtj, a17dtr a20dth including filter [l] 4.0 4.0 5.4 4.5 between min and max...

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    Technical data 247 tyre pressures 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]) a14xer, a14xel 205/55 r16, 220/2.2 (32) 220/2...

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    248 technical data 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, 10)9) 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (...

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    Technical data 249 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]) a17dte, a17dtc, a17dtf, a17dts 205/65 r16, 10)11) 230/2.3 (3...

  • Page 251

    250 technical data 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]) a17dtj 205/65 r16, 10)9) 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (...

  • Page 252

    Technical data 251 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]) a17dtr 205/65 r16, 10)9) 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (...

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    252 technical data 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, 10)9) 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (...

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    Technical data 253 towing hitch installation dimensions 5-door hatchback.

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    254 technical data sports tourer.

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    Customer information 255 customer information vehicle data recording and privacy ....................................... 255 vehicle data recording and privacy event data recorders the vehicle has a number of sophisticated systems that monitor and control several vehicle data. Some data may be store...

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    256 customer information in addition, the manufacturer may use the collected or received diagnostic data: ■ for the manufacturer's research needs ■ to make it available for research needs where appropriate confidentiality is maintained and need is shown ■ to share summary data which is not tied to a...

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    Customer information 257.

  • Page 259

    258 index a accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 181 active head restraints................... 36 adaptive forward lighting ... 108, 129 adjustable air vents ................... 143 airbag and belt tensioners ......... 103 airbag deactivation .............. 46, 103 airbag...

  • Page 260

    259 climate control ............................. 15 climate control systems............. 137 clock............................................. 96 code........................................... 114 control indicators........................ 101 control of the vehicle ................. 145 controls...

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    260 headlight flash ........................... 128 headlight range adjustment ...... 128 headlights................................... 126 headlights when driving abroad 128 head restraint adjustment ............. 8 head restraints ............................ 35 heated ...............................

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    261 power outlets ............................... 97 power steering............................ 105 power windows ............................ 30 preheating ................................. 106 puncture..................................... 213 q quickheat................................... 143 r ra...

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    262 tyre pressure ............................ 206 tyre pressure monitoring system............................. 107, 207 tyre pressures ........................... 247 tyre repair kit ............................. 210 u ultrasonic parking assist . . . 106, 163 underseat storage ........................