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Vauxhall KTA-2685/8-VX-en Owner's Manual

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    0 - 1 owner’s manual model year 2014 edition: july 2013 kta-2685/8-vx-en vauxhall astra owner’s manual model year 2014 edition: july 2013 kta-2685/8-vx-en.

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

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    2 introduction introduction.

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

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

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    Introduction 5.

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

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

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

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

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

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    In brief 11 steering wheel adjustment unlock the lever, adjust the steering wheel, then engage the lever and ensure it is fully locked. Do not adjust the steering wheel unless the vehicle is stationary and the steering wheel lock has been released. Airbag system 3 50, ignition positions 3 163..

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    12 in brief instrument panel overview.

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    In brief 13 1 power windows ..................... 33 2 exterior mirrors ..................... 31 3 cruise control ..................... 181 speed limiter ....................... 183 adaptive cruise control ....... 184 forward collision alert ......... 191 4 side air vents ...................... 160 ...

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    14 in brief rear fog light ...................... 148 instrument illumination ....... 149 exterior lighting turn light switch: 7 = lights off 8 = sidelights 9 = low beam automatic light control auto = automatic light control: exterior lighting is switched on and off automatically m = activation or d...

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    In brief 15 headlight flash, high beam and low beam headlight flash = pull lever high beam = push lever low beam = push or pull lever automatic light control 3 141, high beam 3 141, headlight flash 3 142, adaptive forward lighting 3 143. Turn and lane-change signals lever up = right turn signal leve...

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    16 in brief horn press j. Washer and wiper systems windscreen wiper 2 = fast 1 = slow p = interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor § = off for a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Windscreen wiper 3 102, wiper blade replacement 3 229. Windscreen and headl...

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

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    18 in brief demisting and defrosting the windows press button v. Set the temperature control to the highest level. Cooling n on. Heated rear window Ü on. Climate control system 3 153. Transmission manual transmission reverse: with the vehicle stationary, wait 3 seconds after depressing clutch pedal ...

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    In brief 19 starting off check before starting off ■ tyre pressure and condition 3 258, 3 307. ■ engine oil level and fluid levels 3 224. ■ all windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational. ■ proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat be...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    34 keys, doors and windows keep a close watch on the windows when closing them. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped in them as they move. Switch on ignition to operate power windows. Retained power off 3 163. Operate the switch for the respective window by pushing to open or pulling to close. Pushin...

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

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

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    Keys, doors and windows 37 raise or close press q or r: sunroof is raised or closed automatically with safety function enabled. 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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    Seats, restraints 45 seat height move switch upwards/downwards. Seat inclination move front of switch upwards/ downwards. Seat backrests turn switch forwards/backwards..

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    46 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 47 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 indicates the setting. Prolonged use of the highest setting for people with sensitive skin is not recommended. Seat heating is op...

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    48 seats, restraints seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. Child restraint system 3 54. Periodically check all parts of the belt system for damage, pollution and proper functionality. Have damaged components replaced. After an accident, have the belts and triggered belt pr...

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    Seats, restraints 49 withdraw the belt from the retractor, guide it untwisted across the body and insert the latch plate into the buckle. Tighten the lap belt regularly whilst driving by pulling the shoulder belt. Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place objects su...

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    50 seats, restraints 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 withdrawn from the retractor if the backrest is engaged in upright position. Using the seat belt while pregnant 9 warning the lap belt must ...

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    Seats, restraints 51 each airbag is triggered only once. Have deployed airbags replaced by a workshop. Furthermore, it may be necessary to have the steering wheel, the instrument panel, parts of the panelling, the door seals, handles and the seats replaced. Do not make any modifications to the airba...

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    52 seats, restraints fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then the airbag is able to protect. Side airbag system the side airbag system consists of an airbag in each front seat backrest. This can be identified by the word airbag. The side airbag system is triggered in the event of a...

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    Seats, restraints 53 9 warning keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions. The hooks on the handles in the roof frame are only suitable for hanging up light articles of clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these clothes. Airbag deactivation the front passeng...

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    54 seats, restraints 9 danger risk of fatal injury for a child using a child restraint system on a seat with activated front passenger airbag. Risk of fatal injury for an adult person on a seat with deactivated front passenger airbag. If the control indicator v illuminates for approx. 60 seconds aft...

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    Seats, restraints 55 deactivated; if not, the triggering of the airbags poses a risk of fatal injury to the child. This is especially the case if rear- facing child restraint systems are used on the front passenger seat. Airbag deactivation 3 53. Selecting the right system the rear seats are the mos...

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

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    Seats, restraints 57 permissible options for fitting an isofix child restraint system weight class size class fixture on front passenger seat on rear outboard seats on rear centre seat group 0: up to 10 kg 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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    58 seats, restraints 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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    Seats, restraints 59 isofix child restraint systems fasten vehicle-approved isofix child restraint systems to the isofix mounting brackets. Specific vehicle isofix child restraint system positions are marked in the table by il. Isofix mounting brackets are indicated by a label on the backrest. Top-t...

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

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

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    62 storage underseat storage press button in the recess and pull out drawer. Maximum load: 3 kg. To close, push in and engage. On version with rear carrier system 3 64, the tyre repair kit is stowed in the drawer. Tyre repair kit 3 263. Armrest storage storage under the front armrest press button to...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    Storage 99 vehicle weight (see identification plate 3 285) and the ec kerb weight. To calculate the payload, enter the data for your vehicle in the weights table at the front of this manual. The ec kerb weight includes weights for the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90 % full). O...

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

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

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

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    Instruments and controls 103 adjustable sensitivity of the rain sensor turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the sensitivity: low 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 ...

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    104 instruments and controls 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 time...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    Instruments and controls 111 code appears in the driver information centre. Have engine oil and filter changed by a workshop within one week or 300 miles (whichever occurs first). Driver information centre 3 119. Service information 3 282. Control indicators the control indicators described are not ...

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    112 instruments and controls control indicators in the instrument cluster.

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

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    114 instruments and controls * illuminates yellow. The front passenger airbag is deactivated 3 53. 9 danger risk of fatal injury for a child using a child restraint system together with activated front passenger airbag. Risk of fatal injury for an adult person with deactivated front passenger airbag...

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    Instruments and controls 115 9 warning stop. Do not continue your journey. Consult a workshop. Illuminates after the ignition is switched on if the manual parking brake is applied 3 174. Operate pedal - illuminates or flashes yellow. Clutch pedal must be operated to start the engine. Stop-start syst...

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    116 instruments and controls display, when upshifting is recommended for fuel saving reasons. On some versions gear shift indication is popped up as full page in the driver information centre. Ecoflex drive assistant 3 130. Power steering c illuminates yellow. Illuminates with power steering reduced...

  • Page 118

    Instruments and controls 117 electronic stability control 3 177, traction control system 3 176. Traction control system off k illuminates yellow. The system is deactivated. Preheating ! Illuminates yellow. Preheating is activated. Only activates when outside temperature is low. Diesel particle filte...

  • Page 119

    118 instruments and controls 9 warning when the engine is off, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. During an autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational. Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steering wheel lock could engage unexpectedly. Check oi...

  • Page 120

    Instruments and controls 119 rear fog light r illuminates yellow. The rear fog light is on 3 148. Low washer fluid g illuminates yellow. The washer fluid level is low. Washer fluid 3 226. Cruise control m illuminates white or green. Illuminates white the system is on. Illuminates green cruise contro...

  • Page 121

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

  • Page 122

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

  • Page 123

    122 instruments and controls ■ speed warning: if exceeding the preset speed, a warning chime will be activated ■ traffic sign assistant: displays detected traffic signs for the current route section 3 206 ■ following dist.: displays the distance to a preceding moving vehicle 3 194 selection and indi...

  • Page 124

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

  • Page 125

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

  • Page 126

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

  • Page 127

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

  • Page 128

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

  • Page 129

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

  • Page 130

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

  • Page 131

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

  • Page 132

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

  • Page 133

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

  • Page 134

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

  • Page 135

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

  • Page 136

    Instruments and controls 135 automatic door locking function while a door is open. Delayed door lock: activates or deactivates the delayed door locking function. ■ remote locking, unlocking, starting remote unlock feedback: activates or deactivates the hazard warning flasher feedback whilst unlockin...

  • Page 137

    136 instruments and controls ■ sport steering: steering support is reduced. ■ swap backlight colour main instr.: change of instrument illumination colour. Languages selection of the desired language. Time & date see clock 3 105. Radio settings see description for infotainment system in the infotainm...

  • Page 138

    Instruments and controls 137 vehicle in the event of imminent collision danger. The following is selectable: the system will take over brake control, warn by chimes only or is deactivated. Side blind zone alert: changes the settings for the side blind spot alert system. ■ exterior ambient lighting d...

  • Page 139

    138 instruments and controls ■ sport mode profile ■ languages ■ time and date ■ radio settings ■ phone settings ■ navigation settings ■ display settings ■ vehicle settings in the corresponding submenus the following settings can be changed: sport mode profile ■ engine sport performance: accelerator ...

  • Page 140

    Instruments and controls 139 on the ignition or uses the last chosen setting. Auto demist: activate or deactivate auto demist. Auto rear demist: activates automatically the rear heated window. ■ comfort and convenience chime volume: change the volume of warning chimes. Personalisation by driver: act...

  • Page 141

    140 lighting lighting exterior lighting .......................... 140 interior lighting ........................... 149 lighting features ........................ 150 exterior lighting light switch turn light switch: 7 = lights off 8 = sidelights 9 = low beam control indicator 8 3 118. Light switch...

  • Page 142

    Lighting 141 in the driver information centre with uplevel-display or uplevel-combi- display, the current status of the automatic light control is displayed. When switching on the ignition, automatic light control is active. When low beam is on, 8 lights up. Control indicator 8 3 118. Tail lights ta...

  • Page 143

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

  • Page 144

    Lighting 143 dynamic automatic headlight levelling 3 143. Headlights when driving abroad the asymmetrical headlight beam extends visibility at the edge of the road at the passenger side. However, when driving in countries where traffic drives on the opposite side of the road, adjust the headlights t...

  • Page 145

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

  • Page 146

    Lighting 145 control indicator f 3 118. Reversing function if the headlights are on and reverse gear is engaged, both corner lights are switched on. They remain illuminated for 20 seconds after disengaging reverse gear or until driving faster than 10 mph in a forward gear. High beam assist this feat...

  • Page 147

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

  • Page 148

    Lighting 147 fault in adaptive forward lighting system when the system detects a failure in the adaptive forward lighting system, the system moves to a preset position to avoid dazzling of oncoming traffic. If this is not possible the affected headlight will be automatically switched off. In any cas...

  • Page 149

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

  • Page 150

    Lighting 149 interior lighting instrument panel illumination control brightness of the following lights can be adjusted when the exterior lights are on: ■ instrument panel illumination ■ info-display ■ illuminated switches and operation elements. Turn thumb wheel a and hold until the desired brightn...

  • Page 151

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

  • Page 152

    Lighting 151 the lighting switches off immediately when the ignition key is turned to position 1 3 163. Activation or deactivation of this function can be changed in the menu settings in the info-display. Vehicle personalisation 3 132. The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 23. The follo...

  • Page 153

    152 lighting to prevent discharge of the vehicle battery when driving, the following systems are reduced automatically in two stages and finally switched off: ■ auxiliary heater ■ heated rear window and mirrors ■ heated seats ■ fan in the second stage a message which confirms the activation of the v...

  • Page 154

    Climate control 153 climate control climate control systems ............. 153 air vents ..................................... 160 maintenance .............................. 161 climate control systems heating and ventilation system controls for: ■ temperature ■ air distribution ■ fan speed ■ demisti...

  • Page 155

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

  • Page 156

    Climate control 155 if no cooling or drying is required, switch the cooling system off to save fuel. Activated cooling might inhibit autostops. Air recirculation system 4 press button 4 to activate air recirculation mode. Activation is indicated by the led in the button. Press button 4 again to deac...

  • Page 157

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

  • Page 158

    Climate control 157 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 159

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

  • Page 160

    Climate control 159 pressing the upper button longer: the fan runs at maximum speed. To return to automatic mode: press auto button. Air distribution s, m, k press appropriate button for desired adjustment. Activation is indicated by the led in the button. S = to windscreen and front door windows. M...

  • Page 161

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

  • Page 162

    Climate control 161 direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. To close the vent, turn the adjuster wheel towards the smaller w symbol. 9 warning do not attach any objects to the slats of the air vents. Risk of damage and injury in case of an accident. Fixed air vents additional air...

  • Page 163

    162 driving and operating driving and operating driving hints ............................... 162 starting and operating ............... 163 engine exhaust .......................... 168 automatic transmission .............. 169 manual transmission .................. 173 brakes ........................

  • Page 164

    Driving and operating 163 starting and operating new vehicle running-in do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys. During the first drive, smoke may occur because of wax and oil evaporating off the exhaust system. Park the vehicle in the open for a while after the first drive and av...

  • Page 165

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

  • Page 166

    Driving and operating 165 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 167

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

  • Page 168

    Driving and operating 167 ■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened and the driver's door is opened ■ the engine temperature is too low ■ the charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level ■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient ■ the vehicle is driven at least at walking speed ■ the clima...

  • Page 169

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

  • Page 170

    Driving and operating 169 cleaning takes place quickest at high engine speeds and loads. The control indicator % extinguishes as soon as the self-cleaning operation is complete. Catalytic converter the catalytic converter reduces the amount of harmful substances in the exhaust gases. Caution fuel gr...

  • Page 171

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

  • Page 172

    Driving and operating 171 manual mode move selector lever out of position d towards the left and then forwards or backwards. = shift to a higher gear. ] = shift to a lower gear. If a higher gear is selected when vehicle speed is too low, or a lower gear when vehicle speed is too high, the shift is n...

  • Page 173

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

  • Page 174

    Driving and operating 173 manual transmission to engage reverse, with the vehicle stationary wait 3 seconds after depressing the clutch pedal and then press the release button on the selector lever and engage the gear. If the gear does not engage, set the lever to neutral, release the clutch pedal a...

  • Page 175

    174 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 176

    Driving and operating 175 electric parking brake applying when vehicle is stationary pull switch m for approx. One second, the electric parking brake operates automatically with an adequate force. For maximum force, e.G. Parking with trailer or on inclines, pull switch m twice. The electric parking ...

  • Page 177

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

  • Page 178

    Driving and operating 177 9 warning do not let this special safety feature tempt you into taking risks when driving. Adapt speed to the road conditions. Control indicator b 3 116. Deactivation tc can be switched off when spinning of drive wheels is required: press button b briefly to deactivate tc, ...

  • Page 179

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

  • Page 180

    Driving and operating 179 interactive driving system flex ride flex ride driving system allows the driver to select between three driving modes: ■ sport mode: press button sport, led illuminates. ■ tour mode: press button tour, led illuminates. ■ normal mode: both buttons sport and tour are not pres...

  • Page 181

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

  • Page 182

    Driving and operating 181 normal mode in normal mode, when neither sport nor vxr button is pressed, all settings of the systems are adapted to standard values. Sport mode the settings of the systems are adapted to a sportier driving style. Vxr mode the drive dynamic characteristics are adapted to hi...

  • Page 183

    182 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...

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    Driving and operating 183 speed limiter the speed limiter prevents the vehicle exceeding a preset maximum speed. The maximum speed can be set at a speed above 15 mph. The driver can only accelerate up to the preset speed. Deviations from the limited speed may occur when driving downhill. The preset ...

  • Page 185

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

  • Page 186

    Driving and operating 185 9 warning the complete driver attention is always required while driving with adaptive cruise control. The driver stays fully in control of the vehicle because the brake pedal, the accelerator pedal and the cancel switch have priority over any adaptive cruise control operat...

  • Page 187

    186 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 188

    Driving and operating 187 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 189

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

  • Page 190

    Driving and operating 189 so if a new vehicle is detected, the system may accelerate instead of braking. ■ adaptive cruise control does ignore the oncoming traffic. ■ adaptive cruise control does not brake for stopped vehicles, pedestrians or animals. Bends the adaptive cruise control calculates a p...

  • Page 191

    190 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 192

    Driving and operating 191 vehicle messages 3 126. Forward collision alert the forward collision alert can help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. If a vehicle directly ahead is approached too quickly, a warning chime and alert in the driver information centre is provided. The g...

  • Page 193

    192 driving and operating note that the alert timing sensitivity setting is shared with the following distance setting of the adaptive cruise control. So changing the alert timing sensitivity changes the adaptive cruise control following distance setting. Alerting the driver when approaching another...

  • Page 194

    Driving and operating 193 press button v; the current setting is shown on the driver information centre. Press button v again to change the alert sensitivity. Alerting the driver when approaching another vehicle too rapidly, the collision alert warning page will be indicated in the driver informatio...

  • Page 195

    194 driving and operating the complete attention of the driver is always required while driving. The driver must always be ready to take action and apply the brakes. System limitations the system is designed to warn only for vehicles, but may react also to other metallic objects. In the following ca...

  • Page 196

    Driving and operating 195 the system includes: ■ brake preparation system ■ emergency automatic braking ■ forward looking brake assist 9 warning this system is not intended to replace the driver responsibility of driving the vehicle and looking ahead. Its function is limited to supplemental use only...

  • Page 197

    196 driving and operating acceptable operation, the vehicle does not need service. Firmly apply the accelerator pedal to override the automatic braking. Settings settings can be changed in the auto collision preparation menu in the vehicle personalisation, 3 132. Fault in the event of a system servi...

  • Page 198

    Driving and operating 197 parking assist will be activated and deactivated by pressing the parking assist button r. If the vehicle is additionally equipped with advanced parking assist 3 199 parking assist is equipped with button d. In this case both systems will be operated by button d. For activat...

  • Page 199

    198 driving and operating on version with uplevel-combi- display, the distance to a front and rear obstacle is indicated by changing distance lines around the vehicle. The distance indication in the display can be inhibited by vehicle messages with a higher priority. Once the distance indication was...

  • Page 200

    Driving and operating 199 objects with a very small reflection cross section, like objects of narrow size or soft materials, may not be detected by the system. Parking assist will not detect objects out of the detection range. Note the parking assist system automatically detects factory-fitted towin...

  • Page 201

    200 driving and operating when looking for a parking slot, the system has to be activated by pushing the button d for approx. One second. The system can only be activated at a speed up to 18 mph and the system searches for a parking slot at a speed up to 18 mph. The maximum allowed parallel distance...

  • Page 202

    Driving and operating 201 the instructions 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 instructions a progre...

  • Page 203

    202 driving and operating fault a message appears in the driver information centre when: ■ there is a fault in the system ■ the driver did not successfully complete the parking manoeuvre ■ the system is not operational if an object is detected during parking instructions, stop is indicated in the dr...

  • Page 204

    Driving and operating 203 vans). Object identification in the upper part of these vehicles cannot be guaranteed. Objects with a very small reflection cross section, like objects of narrow size or soft materials, may not be detected by the system. Parking assist will not detect objects out of the det...

  • Page 205

    204 driving and operating speed again will extinguish the warning symbols. If a vehicle is then detected in the blind zone, the warning symbols b will illuminate as normal on the relevant side. When the vehicle is started, both exterior mirror displays will briefly come on to indicate that the syste...

  • Page 206

    Driving and operating 205 functionality the camera is mounted in the tailgate handle and has a viewing angle of 130°. Due to the high position of the camera the rear bumper can be seen on the display as a guide to position. The area displayed by the camera is limited. The distance of the image that ...

  • Page 207

    206 driving and operating display settings brightness can be set with the up/ down buttons of the multifunction knob. Contrast can be set with left/right buttons of the multifunction knob. Deactivation the camera is deactivated when a certain forward speed is exceeded or if reverse gear is not engag...

  • Page 208

    Driving and operating 207 road signs beginning and end of: ■ motorways ■ a-roads ■ play streets add on signs ■ additional hints to traffic signs ■ restriction of trailer towing ■ wet warning ■ ice warning ■ direction arrows speed limit signs are displayed in the driver information centre until the n...

  • Page 209

    208 driving and operating traffic signs are displayed on the page traffic sign detection on the driver information centre, chosen via the adjuster wheel on the turn signal lever 3 119. When another function on the driver information centre menu was selected and then traffic sign detection page is ch...

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    Driving and operating 209 once setting page is displayed, select off to deactivate pop-up function. Reactivated by selecting on. When switching on the ignition, pop-up function is deactivated. Pop-up indication is displayed for approx. 8 seconds in the driver information centre. Fault the traffic si...

  • Page 211

    210 driving and operating activation 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 syst...

  • Page 212

    Driving and operating 211 fuel fuel for petrol engines only use unleaded fuel that complies with european standard en 228 or e din 51626-1 or equivalent. Your engine is capable to run with e10 fuel that fulfills these standards. E10 fuel contains up to 10 % bioethanol. Use fuel with the recommended ...

  • Page 213

    212 driving and operating the boiling point depends on the pressure and mixing ratio. At ambient pressure, it is between -42 °c (pure propane) and -0.5 °c (pure butane). Caution the system works at an ambient temperature of approx. -8 °c to 100 °c. Full function of the lpg system can only be guarant...

  • Page 214

    Driving and operating 213 caution repairs and adjustments may only be made by trained specialists in order to maintain the safety and warranty on the lpg system. Liquid gas is given a particular odour (odorised) so that any leaks can be detected easily. 9 warning if you smell gas in the vehicle or i...

  • Page 215

    214 driving and operating 9 danger fuel is flammable and explosive. No smoking. No naked flames or sparks. If you can smell fuel in your vehicle, have the cause of this remedied immediately by an authorized dealer. Caution in case of misfuelling, do not switch on ignition. Fuel filler flap is locate...

  • Page 216

    Driving and operating 215 liquid gas refuelling follow the operating and safety instructions of the filling station when refuelling. The filling valve for the liquid gas is behind the fuel filler cap. Unscrew protective cap from the filler neck. Fit the required adapter. Acme adapter: screw the nut ...

  • Page 217

    216 driving and operating 9 warning due to the system design, an escape of liquid gas after releasing the locking lever is unavoidable. Avoid inhaling. 9 warning the liquid gas tank may only be filled to 80% for safety reasons. The multivalve on the liquid gas tank automatically limits the fill quan...

  • Page 218

    Driving and operating 217 croatia, latvia, lithuania, macedonia, austria, poland, portugal, romania, sweden, switzerland, serbia, slovakia, slovenia, czech republic, turkey, ukraine, hungary fuel filler cap only use genuine fuel filler caps. Diesel-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps. Fue...

  • Page 219

    218 driving and operating driving characteristics and towing tips before attaching a trailer, lubricate the coupling ball. However, do not do so if a stabiliser, which acts on the coupling ball, is being used to reduce snaking movements. For trailers with low driving stability and caravan trailers w...

  • Page 220

    Driving and operating 219 rear axle load when the trailer is coupled and the towing vehicle fully loaded, the permissible rear axle load (see identification plate or vehicle documents) may be exceeded by 60 kg, the gross vehicle weight rating may be exceeded by 60 kg. If the permissible rear axle lo...

  • Page 221

    220 driving and operating 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 point towards green marking on coupling ball bar. ■ the gap between the rot...

  • Page 222

    Driving and operating 221 eye for break-away stopping cable attach breakaway stopping cable to eye. Check that the coupling ball bar is correctly installed ■ green marking on rotary knob must point towards green marking on coupling ball bar. ■ there must be no gap between the rotary handle and the c...

  • Page 223

    222 vehicle care vehicle care general information ................... 222 vehicle checks ........................... 223 bulb replacement ....................... 230 electrical system ........................ 250 vehicle tools .............................. 256 wheels and tyres ........................

  • Page 224

    Vehicle care 223 ■ open the bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. ■ disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.G. Anti-theft alarm system. Putting back into operation when the vehicle is to be put back into operation:...

  • Page 225

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

  • Page 226

    Vehicle care 225 pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull out and read the engine oil level. Caution it is the owner's responsibility to maintain the proper level of an appropriate quality oil in the engine. Insert dipstick to the stop on the handle and make ha...

  • Page 227

    226 vehicle care 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 228

    Vehicle care 227 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 229

    228 vehicle care laying up the vehicle for more than 4 weeks can lead to battery discharge. Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Ensure the ignition is switched off before connecting or disconnecting the vehicle battery. The anti-theft alarm siren must be deactivat...

  • Page 230

    Vehicle care 229 warning label 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...

  • Page 231

    230 vehicle care wiper blade on the rear window lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as shown in illustration and remove. Attach the wiper blade slightly angled to the wiper arm and push until it engages. Lower wiper arm carefully. Bulb replacement switch off the ignition and switch off the relevan...

  • Page 232

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

  • Page 233

    232 vehicle care sidelights/daytime running light (3) 1. Rotate the cap (3) anticlockwise and remove it. Use the screwdriver to rotate the cap. 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 holde...

  • Page 234

    Vehicle care 233 low/high beam (1) 1. Rotate the cap (1) anticlockwise and remove it. 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 3. Disengage the bulb holder from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 4. Replace the bulb and connect...

  • Page 235

    234 vehicle care 2. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling. 3. Replace and insert new bulb into socket. 4. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector and turn clockwise. Adaptive forward lighting 9 danger adaptive forward lighting system uses xenon headlights. Xenon headlights work under extremel...

  • Page 236

    Vehicle care 235 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 connector. 5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the...

  • Page 237

    236 vehicle care 3. Unscrew three screws and remove fog light assembly from the bumper. 4. Turn the bulb socket anti- clockwise and remove it from the reflector. 5. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 6. Replace and insert bulb socket into the reflector, ...

  • Page 238

    Vehicle care 237 3. Turn the bulb socket anti- clockwise and remove it from the reflector. 4. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 5. Remove and replace the bulb socket with bulb and attach the plug connector. 6. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector b...

  • Page 239

    238 vehicle care 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. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector and attach the plug conn...

  • Page 240

    Vehicle care 239 3-door hatchback 1. Rotate cap (1) anticlockwise and remove it. 2. Rotate bulb socket anticlockwise to disengage and withdraw from the reflector. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by turning anticlockwise. 4. Replace and insert new bulb into socket by turning clockwise. 5. Insert t...

  • Page 241

    240 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 242

    Vehicle care 241 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 remains in position. 4. Press the retaini...

  • Page 243

    242 vehicle care 1. Remove cover on the responding side. 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 ho...

  • Page 244

    Vehicle care 243 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 245

    244 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 246

    Vehicle care 245 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 247

    246 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 248

    Vehicle care 247 2. Unscrew three screws. 3. Remove the tail light assembly from tailgate. 4. 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 t...

  • Page 249

    248 vehicle care 3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. 5. On left side: insert front end into front wing, slide forward and insert rear end. On right side: insert rear end into front wing, slide rearward and insert front end. 5-door hatchback, 4-door...

  • Page 250

    Vehicle care 249 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. 5. On left side: insert front end into front wing, slide forward and insert rear end. On right side: insert rear end into front wing, slide rearward and insert front end. Number plate light 1. Insert screwdriver in recess of the cover, press...

  • Page 251

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

  • Page 252

    Vehicle care 251 engine compartment fuse box the fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage the cover and fold it upwards until it stops. Remove the cover vertically upwards. No. Circuit 1 engine control module 2 lambda sensor 3 fuel injection, ignition system 4 fuel injectio...

  • Page 253

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

  • Page 254

    Vehicle care 253 instrument panel fuse box in left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is behind the storage compartment in the instrument panel. Open the compartment and push it to the left to unlock. Fold the compartment down and remove it. In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behin...

  • Page 255

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

  • Page 256

    Vehicle care 255 fuse assignments no. Circuit 1 – 2 trailer outlet 3 parking assist 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 power seat 8 – 9 – 10 – 11 trailer module, trailer socket 12 trailer module 13 trailer outlet 14 rear seat, electrical folding 15 – 16 inside mirror, rear view camera 17 power outlet no. Circuit 18 – 19...

  • Page 257

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

  • Page 258

    Vehicle care 257 vehicles with spare wheel variant 1a: 3-door and 5-door hatchback with rigid wheel wrench the jack, the tools and a strap for securing a damaged wheel are in the tool box below the spare wheel in the load compartment. The wheel wrench and the towing eye are in the tool bag located i...

  • Page 259

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

  • Page 260

    Vehicle care 259 tyre pressure 3 307 and on the label on the front left or right door frame. The tyre pressure data refers to cold tyres. It applies to summer and winter tyres. Always inflate the spare tyre to the pressure specified for full load. The eco tyre pressure serves to achieve the smallest...

  • Page 261

    260 vehicle care the menu can be selected by the buttons on the turn signal lever. Press the menu button to select the vehicle information menux. Turn the adjuster wheel to select the tyre pressure monitoring system. System status and pressure warnings are displayed by a message with the correspondi...

  • Page 262

    Vehicle care 261 if the tyre pressure must be reduced or increased, switch off ignition. Only mount wheels with pressure sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure will not be displayed and w illuminates continuously. A spare wheel or temporary spare wheel is not equipped with pressure sensors. The tyre p...

  • Page 263

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

  • Page 264

    Vehicle care 263 tyre chains use tyre chains only on front wheels. 9 warning damage may lead to tyre blowout. 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides (including chain lock). Tyre chains are only pe...

  • Page 265

    264 vehicle care the illustrations show different versions. 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the compartment. 2. Remove the compressor. 3. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the stowage compartments on the underside of the compressor. 4. Screw the compressor air hose to the con...

  • Page 266

    Vehicle care 265 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective tyre. 7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre valve. 8. The switch on the compressor must be set to j. 9. Connect the compressor plug to the power outlet or cigarette lighter socket. To avoid discharging the battery, we recommend running the engine. ...

  • Page 267

    266 vehicle care 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push catch on bracket to remove sealant bottle from bracket. Screw the tyre inflation hose to the free connection of the sealant bottle. This prevents sealant from escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in load compartment. 15. Remove any excess sealant using...

  • Page 268

    Vehicle care 267 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 27...

  • Page 269

    268 vehicle care install the wheel wrench ensuring that it locates securely and loosen each wheel nut by half a turn. Variants1b, 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. 3. Ensure the jack i...

  • Page 270

    Vehicle care 269 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, 3 256: set the jack ...

  • Page 271

    270 vehicle care 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 3 270 and the vehicle tools 3 256. 13. ...

  • Page 272

    Vehicle care 271 caution the use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible. The spare wheel is located in the load compartment beneath the floor covering. It is secured wi...

  • Page 273

    272 vehicle care 3. Place the hook end of the strap through the loop and pull it until the strap is fastened securely to the lashing eye. 4. Insert the strap through the spokes of the wheel as shown in the illustration. 5. Mount the hook to the rear lashing eye. 6. Tighten the strap and secure it us...

  • Page 274

    Vehicle care 273 1. Install the hexagon key of the wheel wrench ensuring that it locates securely on the bolt. 2. Turn the wheel wrench anticlockwise to loosen the bolt. Remove the bolt. 3. Take the extension bolt from the tool bag 3 256 and screw it in hand-tight using the hexagon key of the wheel ...

  • Page 275

    274 vehicle care 9 warning storing a jack, a wheel or other equipment in the load compartment could cause injury if 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 th...

  • Page 276

    Vehicle care 275 ■ never expose the vehicle battery to naked flames or sparks. ■ 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. ■...

  • Page 277

    276 vehicle care 2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be made for no longer than 15 seconds at an interval of 1 minute. 3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads connected. 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.G. Headlights, heated rear window) o...

  • Page 278

    Vehicle care 277 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 279

    278 vehicle care 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 280

    Vehicle care 279 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 and leather-off the vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use separate leathers for pai...

  • Page 281

    280 vehicle care 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 undercoating while other critical areas have a durable protective wax coat...

  • Page 282

    Vehicle care 281 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 fasteners as open velcro fasteners on clothing could damage seat upholstery. The same applies to clothing w...

  • Page 283

    282 service and maintenance service and maintenance general information ................... 282 recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 283 general information service information in order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to maintain the value...

  • Page 284

    Service and maintenance 283 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...

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    284 service and maintenance select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the minimum ambient temperature 3 287. 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 286

    Technical data 285 technical data vehicle identification .................. 285 vehicle data ............................... 287 vehicle identification vehicle identification number the vehicle identification number is visible through the windscreen. Identification plate the identification plate is ...

  • Page 287

    286 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 288

    Technical data 287 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...

  • Page 289

    288 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 289 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 ...

  • Page 291

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

  • Page 292

    Technical data 291 sales designation 1.8 2.0 vxr 1.3 1.7 1.7 1.7 engine identifier code a18xer a20nft a13dte a17dte a17dtc a17dtf number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 4 piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1796 1998 1248 1686 1686 1686 engine power [kw] 103 206 70 81 81 96 at rpm 6300 5300 4000 4000 4000 4000 torqu...

  • Page 293

    292 technical data sales designation 1.7 2.0 turbo 2.0 turbo engine identifier code a17dts a20dth a20dtr number of cylinders 4 4 4 piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1686 1956 1956 engine power [kw] 96 121 143 at rpm 4000 4000 4000 torque [nm] 300 350 400 at rpm 2000-2500 1750-2500 1750-2500 fuel type dies...

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    Technical data 293 performance 3-door hatchback engine a14xer a14nel a14net a16let a16xht maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 111 3) 120 125 137 136 automatic transmission – – 124 – 130 engine a18xer a20nft a17dte a17dtc a17dtf maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 124 155 114 113 122 au...

  • Page 295

    294 technical data 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 – – – 125 131 114 engine a16xht a13dte a17dte a17dtc a17dtf maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 137 109 117 116 ...

  • Page 296

    Technical data 295 4-door saloon engine a14xer a14net a16let a16xer a16xht maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 111 3) 126 137 117 automatic transmission – 124 131 113 – engine a13dte a17dte a17dtc a17dtf maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 109 119 117 128 automatic transmission – – – –...

  • Page 297

    296 technical data sports tourer engine a14xer a14nel a14net a16let a16xer a16xht maximum speed [mph] 2) manual transmission 109 118 124 137 115 137 automatic transmission – – 123 130 112 131 engine a13dte a17dte a17dtf a17dtc a17dts maximum speed 2) [mph] manual transmission 108 116 123 114 121 aut...

  • Page 298

    Technical data 297 vehicle weight kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 3-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1393 – a14nel 1437 – a14net 1437 1471 a16let 1471 – a16xht 1503 1503 a18xer 1437 – a20nft 1550 – a17dte 1503 ...

  • Page 299

    298 technical data kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment 3-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1503 – a14nel 1571 – a14net 1571 1613 a16let 1613 – a16xht 1664 1664 a18xer 1571 – a20nft 1701 – a17dte 1664 – a17dts 1664 – wi...

  • Page 300

    Technical data 299 kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 5-door hatchback engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xel 1373/1388 – a14xer 1373/1388 – a14nel 1393/1408 – a14net 1393/1408 –/1453 a16let –/1490 –/1503 a16xer 1393/1408 –/14...

  • Page 301

    300 technical data 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 a16xht –/1664 –...

  • Page 302

    Technical data 301 kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 4-door saloon engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1393 – a14net 1437 1483 a16let 1471 1503 a16xer 1393 1449 a16xht 1503 – a13dte 1471 – a17dte 1503 – a17dtc 1503 – a17dt...

  • Page 303

    302 technical data kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment 4-door saloon engine manual transmission automatic transmission without/with air conditioning [kg] a14xer 1550 – a14net 1613 1613 a16let 1613 1664 a16xer 1571 1613 a16xht 1644 – a13dte 1613 – a17dte 1701 – a17dtc 1701 – a17dtf 1...

  • Page 304

    Technical data 303 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 a16xht –/1550 ...

  • Page 305

    304 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 a16xht –/1733 – a13dte –/1664...

  • Page 306

    Technical data 305 vehicle dimensions 3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback 4-door saloon sports tourer length [mm] 4466 4419 4658 4698 width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1840 1814 1814 1814 width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2020 2013 2013 2013 height (without antenna) [mm] 1482 1510 1500 1535 lengt...

  • Page 307

    306 technical data capacities engine oil engine a14xel, a14xer a14nel, a14net a16let, a16xer a16xht a18xer a20nft including filter [l] 4.0 4.0 4.5 5.5 4.5 6.0 between min and max [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 engine a13dte ecoflex a17dte, a17dtc a17dtf, a17dts a20dth, a20dtr including filter [l] 3.5 5...

  • Page 308

    Technical data 307 tyre pressures tyre pressures differ depending on the model variant. The order of the listed car models is as follows: ■ 3-door hatchback ■ 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer refer to the table header to find the correct tyre pressure for your model. 3-door hatchback c...

  • Page 309

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

  • Page 310

    Technical data 309 3-door hatchback comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a17dte 225/55 r17, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30...

  • Page 311

    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]) a16xht, a20dth, a20dtr 225/55 r17, 230/2.3 ...

  • Page 312

    Technical data 311 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a14xer, a14xe...

  • Page 313

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

  • Page 314

    Technical data 313 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a16let 205/65...

  • Page 315

    314 technical data 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a13dte 205/60...

  • Page 316

    Technical data 315 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a17dtc, a17dt...

  • Page 317

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

  • Page 318

    Technical data 317 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) a20dth 205/65...

  • Page 319

    318 technical data 5-door hatchback, 4-door saloon, sports tourer comfort with up to 3 people eco with up to 3 people with full load engine tyres front rear front rear front rear [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) [kpa/bar] ([psi]) 235/40 r19 10...

  • Page 320

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

  • Page 321

    320 customer information ■ vehicle reactions in particular driving situations (e.G. Inflation of an airbag, activation of the stability regulation system) ■ environmental conditions (e.G. Temperature) these data are exclusively technical and help identifying and correcting errors as well as optimizi...

  • Page 322

    Customer information 321.

  • Page 323

    322 index a accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 222 active emergency braking......... 194 active head restraints................... 39 adaptive cruise control....... 119, 184 adaptive forward lighting .......... ................................ 118, 143, 234 adjustable a...

  • Page 324

    323 child restraints.............................. 54 child restraint systems ................ 54 cigarette lighter ......................... 107 climate control ............................. 17 climate control systems............. 153 clock........................................... 105 code..........

  • Page 325

    324 glass panel .................................. 37 glovebox ..................................... 60 graphic-info-display, colour- info-display ............................ 124 h halogen headlights .................... 230 hand brake......................... 173, 174 hazard warning flashers ........

  • Page 326

    325 p parking ................................ 20, 167 parking assist ............................ 196 parking brake ............................ 174 parking lights ............................. 148 particulate filter........................... 168 performance .............................. 293 perf...

  • Page 327

    326 traction control system ............. 176 traction control system off......... 117 traffic sign assistant................... 206 trailer coupling........................... 217 trailer stability assist ................. 221 trailer towing ............................. 218 transmission .............