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Vauxhall VIVARO Owner's Manual

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    0 - 1 owner’s manual model year 2013 edition: november 2012 ts 1693-a-13 vauxhall vivaro owner’s manual model year 2013 edition: november 2012 ts 1693-a-13.

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    Introduction .................................... 2 in brief ............................................ 6 keys, doors and windows ............ 18 seats, restraints ........................... 32 storage ........................................ 53 instruments and controls ............. 58 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 under the sections "service and maintenance" and "technical data" as well as on the identification plate. Introduction your vehicle is a designed com...

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    4 introduction 9 warning text marked 9 warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury. Caution text marked caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle. Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols p...

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    Introduction 5.

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    6 in brief in brief initial drive information vehicle unlocking unlocking with key turn the key in the driver's door lock. Open the doors by pulling the handles. Unlocking with remote control press button c (or press and hold) to unlock vehicle. Radio remote control 3 18, central locking system 3 20...

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    In brief 7 seat adjustment seat positioning pull handle, slide seat, release handle. Seat position 3 33, seat adjustment 3 34. 9 danger do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. Seat backrests pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the s...

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    8 in brief head restraint adjustment raise or lower head restraint to the desired height. Head restraints 3 32. 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 app...

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    In brief 9 exterior mirrors manual adjustment swivel mirror in required direction. Exterior mirrors 3 28. Electric adjustment select the relevant exterior mirror and adjust it. Convex exterior mirrors 3 28, electric adjustment 3 28, folding exterior mirrors 3 28, heated exterior mirrors 3 29. Steeri...

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    10 in brief instrument panel overview.

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    In brief 11 1 ashtray .................................. 63 cupholders ........................... 53 fuse box ............................. 126 2 fixed air vents ....................... 89 3 side air vents ........................ 88 4 light switch .......................... 77 rear fog light ........

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    12 in brief 27 auxiliary heater ..................... 85 28 bonnet release lever ........... 113 exterior lighting turn light switch 7 = off 0 = sidelights 9p = headlights > = front fog lights >r = front and rear fog lights lighting 3 77, automatic light control 3 77, headlight warning device 3 73. ...

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    In brief 13 headlight flash, high beam and low beam pull lever. High beam 3 78, headlight flash 3 78. Turn and lane-change signals lever up = right turn signal lever down = left turn signal turn and lane-change signals 3 79. Hazard warning flashers operated with the ¨ button. Hazard warning flashers...

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    14 in brief horn press j. Washer and wiper systems windscreen wiper k = timed interval wiping 1 = slow 2 = fast windscreen wiper 3 59, wiper blade replacement 3 120. Windscreen and headlight washer systems pull lever. Short pull = wiper swipes once long pull = wiper swipes for a few strokes and wash...

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    In brief 15 rear window wiper and washer system turn lever. 0 = off e = wiper f = washer rear window wiper and washer system 3 60, wiper blade replacement 3 120, washer fluid 3 117. Climate control heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors heating is operated by pressing the Ü button. Heated exter...

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    16 in brief transmission manual transmission reverse: with the vehicle stationary, wait 3 seconds after depressing clutch pedal and then pull up the collar on the selector lever and engage the gear. If the gear does not engage, set the lever to neutral, release the clutch pedal and depress again; th...

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    In brief 17 starting the engine ■ turn key to position a ■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock ■ operate clutch and brake ■ do not operate accelerator pedal ■ diesel engines: turn the key to position m for preheating and wait until control indicator ! Extinguishes in ...

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    18 keys, doors and windows keys, doors and windows keys, locks ................................... 18 doors ........................................... 24 vehicle security ............................ 25 exterior mirrors ............................ 28 interior mirrors ............................. ...

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    Keys, doors and windows 19 the remote control has a range of approx. 5 metres. It can be restricted by external influences. The hazard warning flashers confirm operation. Handle with care, protect it from moisture and high temperatures and avoid unnecessary operation. Fault if the central locking sy...

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    20 keys, doors and windows replace screw and tighten. Central locking system unlocks and locks the front doors, sliding side doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. With the 3-button remote control, the front doors and sliding side doors/ load compartment can be unlocked and locked separately....

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    Keys, doors and windows 21 ■ press button c: front doors and sliding side doors are unlocked. Press and hold button c: all doors and the load compartment are unlocked. ■ press button c: driver's door only is unlocked. Press and hold c: all doors and the load compartment are unlocked. If no door is o...

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    22 keys, doors and windows load compartment locking and unlocking load compartment with 2-button remote control depending on vehicle configuration: ■ press button e or c once: load compartment is locked or unlocked. ■ press button e or c twice: load compartment is locked or unlocked. Locking and unl...

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    Keys, doors and windows 23 automatic locking automatic locking after driving off this security feature can be configured to automatically lock the doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap as soon as the vehicle is driven. Activation with the ignition switched on, press and hold e on the central ...

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    24 keys, doors and windows doors sliding door ensure the side door is fully closed and secure before driving the vehicle. The door can be locked from inside the vehicle with the interior lock switch. Rear doors to open the left hand rear door pull the outside handle. The door is opened from inside t...

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    Keys, doors and windows 25 load compartment tailgate opening after unlocking with the remote control, press tailgate button and lift tailgate to the fully open position. The tailgate can be also opened from inside the vehicle by pushing down the tailgate interior release. Note in very cold climates,...

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    26 keys, doors and windows activation press button e twice. - or - turn key in driver's door lock towards rear of vehicle twice. Deactivation unlock the doors with the key or button c on the remote control. Anti-theft alarm system the anti-theft alarm system is operated in conjunction with the centr...

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    Keys, doors and windows 27 press and hold button e; an audible signal will sound as confirmation. The status will remain until the doors are unlocked. Alarm when triggered, the alarm sounds via a separate battery-backed power sounder, and the hazard warning lights flash simultaneously. The number an...

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    28 keys, doors and windows exterior mirrors convex shape the convex exterior mirror contains an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate distances. Manual adjustment adjust mirrors by swivelling in requir...

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    Keys, doors and windows 29 heated operated by pressing the Ü button. Heating functions with the engine running. It is switched off automatically after a short time. Climate control system 3 82. Interior mirrors manual anti-dazzle to reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror hous...

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    30 keys, doors and windows windscreen stickers do not attach stickers such as toll road stickers or similar on the windscreen in the area of the interior mirror. Manual windows the door windows can be opened or closed with the window winders. Power windows 9 warning take care when operating the powe...

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    Keys, doors and windows 31 heated rear window operated by pressing the Ü button. Heating functions with the engine running and is switched off automatically after a short time. Climate control system 3 82. Sun visors the sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent dazzling. If ...

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    32 seats, restraints seats, restraints head restraints ............................ 32 front seats ................................... 33 rear seats ................................... 36 seat belts ..................................... 39 airbag system .............................. 42 child restra...

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    Seats, restraints 33 head restraint removal to remove the head restraints, pull lock tab and pull the restraint upwards. Stow head restraints securely in load compartment. Do not drive with head restraints removed if the seat is occupied. Front seats seat position 9 warning only drive with the seat ...

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    34 seats, restraints seat adjustment 9 danger do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. 9 warning never adjust seats while driving as they could move uncontrollably. Seat positioning pull handle, slide seat, release handle. Seat backrests pull lever, adj...

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    Seats, restraints 35 lumbar support adjust lumbar support using handwheel to suit personal requirements. Rotate handwheel to increase and decrease support. Armrest adjust armrest support to suit personal requirements. ■ raise armrest in increments to desired height. ■ to reposition, fully raise armr...

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    36 seats, restraints seat heating is operational when the engine is running. Rear seats second row seats 9 warning never adjust seats while driving as they could move uncontrollably. When folding or removing the rear seat ensure the armrests are folded away in their most upright position. Also remov...

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    Seats, restraints 37 rear seat access to facilitate access to the rear seats, fold the seat backrest forwards. If necessary release the two-latch seat belt from its buckles. 9 warning ensure that the backrest returns to its correct position and the seat belt buckles engage securely. Fitting seat bel...

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    38 seats, restraints gradually lower the seat assembly, allowing the rear support legs to fold down. Lower the seat completely, ensuring the rear support legs are located, and latched. Raise the backrest, reinstall head restraints and connect the seat belts. 9 warning when installing the seat, ensur...

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    Seats, restraints 39 9 warning when re-installing seats always ensure that the row with the folding access seat b is positioned correctly in front of the fixed seat row a. If the seats are incorrectly positioned, access for passengers is seriously impeded. Seat belts the seat belts are locked during...

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    40 seats, restraints 9 warning incorrect handling (e.G. Removal or fitting of belts) can trigger the belt tensioners with risk of injury. Deployment of the belt tensioners is indicated by continuous illumination of control indicator v 3 68. Triggered belt tensioners must be replaced by a workshop. B...

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    Seats, restraints 41 height adjustment slide adjuster up or down to desired position: ■ press button on adjuster then slide downwards. ■ pull up adjuster without pressing button. Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. It must not lie across the throat or upper arm. Do not adjus...

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    42 seats, restraints 9 warning the seat belt will not be effective in the event of an accident if the lower latch is not correctly fitted. When releasing the seat belt, ensure that the central buckle is always released before the buckle on the side of the seat. Always remove the lower latch plate fr...

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    Seats, restraints 43 each airbag is triggered only once. Have deployed airbags replaced by a workshop. Do not make any modifications to the airbag system as this will invalidate the vehicle type approval. In the event of airbag deployment have the steering wheel, the instrument panel, all panelling ...

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

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    Seats, restraints 45 the airbag deactivation system is indicated by a label on the side of the instrument panel, visible when the front passenger door is open. Front passenger airbag system can be deactivated via a switch located on the front passenger door. With the front passenger door open, press...

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    46 seats, restraints 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 44. Selecting the right system the rear seats are the mos...

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    Seats, restraints 47 child restraint installation locations permissible options for fitting a child restraint system front seats - all variants weight and age class single seat - front passenger side 1) bench seat - front passenger side without airbag with airbag without airbag with airbag centre ou...

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    48 seats, restraints combi - rear seats weight and age class 2nd row seats 3rd row seats 3)4) driver side outer seat centre passenger side outer seat outer centre group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years u, u, u x x group i: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months to...

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    Seats, restraints 49 tour - rear seats weight and age class 2nd row seats 3rd row seats 3)4) driver side outer seat centre passenger side outer seat outer centre group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years u, u, u x x group i: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months to ...

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    50 seats, restraints u = suitable for universal category restraint systems for use in this weight and age class, in conjunction with three-point seat belt. Uf = suitable for universal category forward-facing restraint systems for use in this weight and age class, in conjunction with three-point seat...

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    Seats, restraints 51 permissible options for fitting an isofix child restraint system weight class size class fixture front seats 2nd row seats 3rd row seats driver side outer seat centre passenger side outer seat group 0: up to 10 kg e iso/r1 x il il x x group 0+: up to 13 kg e iso/r1 x il il x x d...

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    52 seats, restraints isofix child restraint systems fasten vehicle-approved isofix child restraint systems to the isofix mounting brackets. When using isofix mounting brackets for seat mounting, universally approved child restraint systems for isofix may be used. Permissible mounting location positi...

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    Storage 53 storage storage compartments ................ 53 load compartment ....................... 54 roof rack system ......................... 56 loading information ..................... 56 storage compartments instrument panel storage storage compartments, pockets and trays are located in the ...

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    54 storage overcab storage the total weight in this compartment must not exceed 30 kg. Load compartment load compartment cover do not place any objects on the cover. Removing lift cover and disconnect from the side guides. Load rails and hooks load anchorage rails mounted in the load compartment pro...

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    Storage 55 ■ release the centre pin of the anchorage point, ensuring the pin is located correctly and the anchorage point is securely locked, ■ cargo can then be secured in position using lashing straps attached to the anchorage point. The maximum load of each anchorage point is 75 kg. To prevent th...

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    56 storage roof rack system roof rack for safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. Note the front roof rack fixing points located above the cab area are for installation of the full roof rack system only and must not be used to attach roof...

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    Storage 57 the permissible roof load (which includes the weight of the roof rack) is 280 kg for standard roof variants and 210 kg for high roof variants (excludes platform cab conversions). The roof load is the combined weight of the roof rack and the load. The permissible roof load on the approved ...

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    58 instruments and controls instruments and controls controls ....................................... 58 warning lights, gauges and indicators ..................................... 63 information displays ..................... 72 vehicle messages ........................ 73 trip computer ..............

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    Instruments and controls 59 horn press j. The horn will sound regardless of ignition switch position. Steering column controls the infotainment system can be also operated via the controls on the steering column. Further information is available in the infotainment manual. Windscreen wiper/washer wi...

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

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    Instruments and controls 61 outside temperature a drop in temperature is indicated immediately and a rise in temperature after a time delay. If outside temperatures drop to 3 °c, the °c flashes in the information display as a warning for icy road conditions. This will continue to flash until tempera...

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    62 instruments and controls power outlets 12 v power outlets are located in the instrument panel and in the rear of the vehicle. Connecting electrical accessories while the engine is off will discharge the battery. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts. Do not connect any current-...

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    Instruments and controls 63 ashtrays caution to be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish. Portable ashtray ashtray container for mobile use in the vehicle. To use, open cover. Warning lights, gauges and indicators speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Maximum speed may be restricted by a ...

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    64 instruments and controls seconds with the ignition on. The display will flash and the value will reset to zero. Tachometer displays the engine speed. Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible. Caution if the needle is in the red warning zone, the maximum permitted engine...

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    Instruments and controls 65 because of the fuel remaining in the tank, the top-up quantity may be less than the specified tank capacity. Engine oil level monitor the engine oil level monitor is correct only if the vehicle is parked on a level surface with a cold engine. If the minimum engine oil lev...

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    66 instruments and controls transmission display the mode or selected gear of the manual transmission automated is shown in the driver information centre. R = reverse gear n = neutral a = automatic mode kg = laden mode v = winter mode t = apply foot brake w = transmission electronics manual transmis...

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    Instruments and controls 67 control indicators in the instrument cluster.

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    68 instruments and controls turn signal o flashes green. Flashes if a turn signal or the hazard warning flashers are activated. Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal light or associated fuse. An audible warning can be heard when the turn signals are on. When towing a trailer, the pitch of the aud...

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    Instruments and controls 69 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. Airbag system 3 42, belt tensioners 3 39, airbag deactivation 3 44. C...

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    70 instruments and controls if the message braking fault appears in the driver information centre there is a fault in the braking system. Seek the assistance of a workshop immediately. Brake system 3 98. Antilock brake system (abs) u illuminates yellow. Illuminates briefly after the ignition is swit...

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    Instruments and controls 71 diesel particle filter 8 illuminates yellow. Illuminates when the diesel particle filter requires cleaning 3 93. Engine oil pressure i illuminates red. Illuminates when the ignition is switched on and goes out shortly after the engine starts. Illuminates when the engine i...

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    72 instruments and controls m illuminates green when a certain speed is stored. U illuminates green when the system is on. Speed limiter u illuminates yellow. U illuminates yellow when the system is on. Cruise control, speed limiter 3 102. Information displays driver information centre depending on ...

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    Instruments and controls 73 vehicle messages messages are shown in the driver information centre, in combination with illumination of control indicator a or c in the instrument cluster. Information messages information messages battery mode: economy esp off auto lights deactivated oil level correct ...

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    74 instruments and controls when the vehicle is parked and/ or the driver's door is opened: ■ when the key has been left in the ignition. ■ with exterior lights on. ■ if the vehicle has manual transmission automated; neutral is not selected or the foot brake has not been depressed. Engine oil level ...

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    Instruments and controls 75 ■ distance travelled ■ average speed ■ distance before service ■ clock ■ cruise control and speed limiter stored speed ■ fault and information messages fuel used displays the amount of fuel consumed since the last reset. The measurement can be restarted at any time by pre...

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    76 instruments and controls interruption of power supply if the power supply has been interrupted or if the battery voltage has dropped too low, the values stored in the trip computer will be lost. Tachograph the tachograph is operated as described in the operating instructions supplied. Observe reg...

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    Lighting 77 lighting exterior lighting ............................ 77 interior lighting ............................. 80 lighting features .......................... 81 exterior lighting light switch turn light switch: 7 = off 0 = sidelights 9p = headlights high beam control indicator p 3 71. Low b...

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    78 lighting 3. Repeat step 2 within approx. 5 seconds. 4. A double acoustic signal sounds for confirmation. Repeat the operation to deactivate. For reasons of safety, it is advisable to have the automatic light control function activated. Daytime running lights daytime running lights increase visibi...

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    Lighting 79 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 to prevent dazzling of oncoming traffic. Have t...

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    80 lighting rear fog lights turn inner switch to position >r. Rear fog light comes on in conjunction with front fog lights and will only operate when the ignition and headlights are switched on. Reversing lights the reversing lights come on when the ignition is on and reverse gear is selected. Miste...

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    Lighting 81 operated by tilting the lens to one of 3 positions, i.E.: ■ on ■ controlled by the function of the front interior light ■ off when the front interior light is functioning as a courtesy light, move the lens of the load compartment light to its central position; the load compartment light ...

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    82 climate control climate control climate control systems ............... 82 air vents ....................................... 88 maintenance ................................ 89 climate control systems heating and ventilation system controls for: ■ temperature ■ fan speed ■ air distribution heated ...

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    Climate control 83 ■ open side air vents as required and direct them towards door windows. ■ for simultaneous warming of the foot well, set air distribution control to j. Air conditioning system additional to the heating and ventilation system, the air conditioning system has: ac = cooling 4 = air r...

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    84 climate control rear heating system the rear passenger compartment heating fan assists air flow to the rear passenger compartment via the rear air vents. Note country-specific version: heating will cease to operate if the vehicle fuel level drops below 11 litres. The rate of air flow is determine...

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    Climate control 85 auxiliary heater coolant heater the eberspächer engine- independent, fuel-powered coolant heater provides rapid heating of the engine coolant to enable heating of the vehicle interior without the engine running. 9 warning do not operate the system when refuelling, when dust or com...

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    86 climate control the control buttons operate identically to the timer unit described previously. To activate the remote control, press activation button x and release it when the menu bar appears in the display. The signal indicator and send appear briefly in the display, followed by the temperatu...

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    Climate control 87 teach remote control if the vehicle battery is reconnected, the led in the instrument panel button illuminates and the system configures the remote control menu automatically. If the led flashes, press ok button on remote control, select add or adde and confirm. Additional remote ...

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    88 climate control desired heating level (eco or high). The system starts automatically between 5 and 60 minutes prior to the programmed departure time. Set weekday, time and heating duration Ö if the vehicle battery is disconnected or its voltage is too low, the unit will need to be reset. ■ select...

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    Climate control 89 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 vents are located beneath the windscreen and door windows and in the foot wells. Rear passenger compartment air vents the air flow is...

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    90 climate control service for optimal cooling performance, it is recommended that the climate control system be checked annually, starting three years after initial vehicle registration, including: ■ functionality and pressure test ■ heating functionality ■ leakage check ■ check of drive belts ■ cl...

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    Driving and operating 91 driving and operating driving hints ................................. 91 starting and operating ................. 91 engine exhaust ............................ 93 manual transmission .................... 94 manual transmission automated .................................... ...

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    92 driving and operating ignition switch positions st = ignition off a = steering wheel lock released, ignition off m = ignition on. Diesel engines: preheating d = starting starting the engine manual transmission: operate clutch. Manual transmission automated: operate brake; transmission automatical...

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    Driving and operating 93 uphill slopes. Operate the foot brake at the same time to reduce operating force. ■ switch off the engine and ignition. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock is felt to engage. ■ if the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage first gear before s...

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    94 driving and operating the starter, running the fuel tank dry and starting the engine by pushing or towing. In the event of misfiring, uneven engine running, a reduction in engine performance or other unusual problems, have the cause of the fault rectified by a workshop as soon as possible. In an ...

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    Driving and operating 95 manual transmission automated this transmission permits manual (manual mode) or automatic gear shifting (automatic mode), both with automatic clutch control. Transmission display shows the mode and current gear. Starting the engine depress the foot brake when starting the en...

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    96 driving and operating released. To start off quickly, release the foot brake and accelerate immediately after engaging a gear. In automatic mode the transmission shifts to other gears automatically, dependent on driving conditions. To engage manual mode, move the selector lever towards a/m. The c...

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    Driving and operating 97 if engine speed is too low, the transmission automatically shifts to a lower gear. If engine speed is too high, the transmission only switches to a higher gear via kickdown. Electronic driving programmes winter mode v activate the winter mode if you have problems starting of...

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    98 driving and operating deactivation the laden mode is switched off by: ■ pressing the kg button again, ■ turning off the ignition. Kickdown if the accelerator pedal is pressed past the pressure point, the transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on engine speed. Full engine power is available...

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    Driving and operating 99 control indicator r 3 69. Vehicle messages 3 73. Antilock brake system antilock brake system (abs) prevents the wheels from locking. Abs starts to regulate brake pressure as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains steerable, even during hard braking. Ab...

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    100 driving and operating brake assist if the brake pedal is depressed quickly and forcefully, maximum brake force is automatically applied (full braking). Maintain steady pressure on the brake pedal for as long as full braking is required. Maximum brake force is automatically reduced when the brake...

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    Driving and operating 101 press the v button. Control indicator v illuminates in the instrument cluster and the message esp off appears in the driver information centre. Tc is reactivated by pressing the v button again. Control indicator v extinguishes in the instrument cluster. Tc is also reactivat...

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    102 driving and operating press the v button. Control indicator v illuminates in the instrument cluster and the message esp off appears in the driver information centre. Esp® plus is reactivated by pressing the v button again. Control indicator v extinguishes in the instrument cluster. Esp® plus is ...

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    Driving and operating 103 accelerate to the desired speed and press switch speed is now stored and maintained and the accelerator pedal can be released. Control indicator m illuminates green in the instrument cluster together with u and a corresponding message appears in the driver information centr...

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    104 driving and operating deactivation press switch §: cruise control is deactivated and the green control indicator u extinguishes in the instrument cluster. Automatic deactivation: ■ vehicle speed drops below 20 mph, ■ the brake pedal is depressed, ■ the clutch pedal is depressed, ■ selector lever...

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    Driving and operating 105 where the limit speed cannot be maintained, e.G. When driving on a steep decline, the limit speed will flash in the driver information centre. Increase limit speed the limit speed can be increased continuously or in small increments by holding down or tapping switch repeate...

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    106 driving and operating note attached parts in the detection area cause system malfunction. Activation when reverse gear is engaged, the system switches itself on automatically. Readiness for operation is indicated by a brief acoustic alarm. An obstacle is indicated by buzzers. The interval betwee...

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    Driving and operating 107 caution when reversing, the area should be free from obstacles which could impact on the underside of the vehicle. Impact to the rear axle, which may not be visible, could lead to uncharacteristic changes in the vehicle handling. In the event of such an impact, consult a wo...

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

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    Driving and operating 109 to open ■ reposition left front seat to access the release cover. ■ remove the release cover and position the seat belt to one side. ■ raise fuel filler release to unlock the fuel filler flap. To close ■ close the fuel filler flap and lower fuel filler release to lock the f...

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    110 driving and operating towing general information only use towing equipment that has been approved for your vehicle. Entrust retrofitting of towing equipment to a workshop. It may be necessary to make changes that affect the cooling system, heat shields or other equipment. Installation dimensions...

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    Driving and operating 111 the maximum permissible vertical coupling load is specified on the towing equipment identification plate and in the vehicle documents. Always aim for the maximum load, especially in the case of heavy trailers. The vertical coupling load should never fall below 25 kg. In the...

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    112 vehicle care vehicle care general information ................... 112 vehicle checks ........................... 113 bulb replacement ....................... 120 electrical system ........................ 125 vehicle tools .............................. 127 wheels and tyres ........................

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    Vehicle care 113 ■ fill up the washer fluid reservoir. ■ check the engine oil level. ■ check the coolant level. ■ fit the number plate, if necessary. End-of-life vehicle recovery information on end-of-life vehicle recovery centres and the recycling of end-of-life vehicles is available on our website...

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    114 vehicle care pull the safety catch and open the bonnet. Secure the bonnet support. Closing before closing the bonnet, press the support into the holder. Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch. Check that the bonnet is engaged. Engine oil check the engine oil level manually on a reg...

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    Vehicle care 115 on f9q engines, the dipstick is mounted on the oil filler cap which must be rotated anticlockwise to open. For m9r engines, rotate cap anticlockwise, remove the dipstick, wipe it clean and re-insert it as far as it will go. When the engine oil level has dropped to the "add oil" mark...

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    116 vehicle care remove the caps and ensure funnel is securely located onto the filler pipe. Ensure the funnel is replaced securely together with both end caps fitted. A stabilization of the engine oil consumption will not take place until the vehicle has been driven several thousand miles. Only the...

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    Vehicle care 117 if the cooling system is cold, the coolant level should be just above the min mark. Top up if the level is low. 9 warning allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open the cap, relieving the pressure slowly. Top up with antifreeze. If no antifreeze is available, us...

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    118 vehicle care caution only washer fluid with a sufficient antifreeze concentration provides protection at low temperatures or a sudden drop in temperature. Brakes a squealing noise indicates that the brake lining is at its minimum thickness. Continued driving is possible but have the brake lining...

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    Vehicle care 119 battery access the battery is located beneath the front left hand seat floor panel 3 135. Battery maintenance 9 danger ensure adequate ventilation when charging the battery. There is a risk of explosion if gases generated during charging are allowed to accumulate! Replacing the batt...

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    120 vehicle care fill the tank with fuel and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the protective cover from the in-line supply pump. 2. Place a suitable container underneath the fuel filter vent screw to collect fuel. 3. Loosen the vent screw (arrowed) by one turn. 4. Manually operate the in-line supply pu...

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    Vehicle care 121 headlights low beam and high beam 1. Remove harness connector. 2. Remove rubber seal. 3. Release retaining clip and remove bulb. 4. Renew bulb and install retaining clip ensuring that bulb is in correct orientation. 5. Install rubber seal and harness connector. Sidelights 1. Remove ...

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    122 vehicle care tail lights rear brake, turn signal and tail lights 1. Remove 3 screws (using the tool supplied). 2. Carefully pull lamp assembly from retaining pins on the outer side and remove. 3. Twist bulb holder to separate from lamp assembly. 4. Renew bulb. 5. Push to install the bulb holder ...

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    Vehicle care 123 reversing light 1. Remove 2 screws (using the tool supplied) and remove lamp assembly. 2. Twist bulb housing to separate from lamp assembly. 3. Renew bulb. 4. Push to install the bulb holder into the lamp assembly - then twist to secure. 5. Install lamp assembly with 2 screws. Numbe...

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    124 vehicle care interior lights front courtesy light 1. Remove lens using a flat blade screwdriver. 2. Renew bulb. 3. Reinstall lens assembly. Load compartment light 1. Remove lamp assembly using a flat blade screwdriver. 2. Gain access to bulb by removing rear cover on lamp assembly. 3. Renew bulb...

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    Vehicle care 125 electrical system fuses data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. The fuse box is located on the left- hand side of the instrument panel, below the cupholder. Before replacing a fuse, turn off the respective switch and the ignition. A blown fuse can be ...

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    126 vehicle care to help in replacing fuses, a fuse extractor is located in the fuse box. Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. Instrument panel fuse box located on the left-hand side of the instrument panel, below the cupholder. Remove the as...

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    Vehicle care 127 symbol application u antilock brake system Ü heated rear windows + clock, interior lights, radio, infotainment system uch inj fuel injection system f rear window washer e rear widow wiper t left-hand sidelight s right-hand sidelight u central locking : electrically adjustable exte‐ ...

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

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    Vehicle care 129 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 permissible minimum tread depth (1.6 mm) has been reached...

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    130 vehicle care tyre chains tyre chains are only permitted on the front wheels. Always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 15 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides (including chain lock). For tyre size 215/65 r16, consult a workshop. 9 warning damage may lead to tyre blowout. Wheel cove...

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    Vehicle care 131 2. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the compartments on the underside of the compressor. 3. Screw the compressor air hose to the connection on the sealant bottle. 4. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor. Set the compressor near the tyre ...

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    132 vehicle care 12. The prescribed tyre pressure should be obtained within 10 minutes. Tyre pressure 3 157. When the correct pressure is obtained, switch off the compressor. If the prescribed tyre pressure is not obtained within 10 minutes, remove the tyre repair kit. Move the vehicle one tyre rota...

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    Vehicle care 133 the vehicle must not be driven. Seek the assistance of a workshop. 18. Stow tyre repair kit under the front seat. 9 warning do not allow the sealant to contact skin, eyes or clothing. If swallowed seek medical assistance immediately. Note the driving characteristics of the repaired ...

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    134 vehicle care 2. Loosen each of the wheel bolts by half a turn using the ratchet and adapter. The ratchet should turn anticlockwise to loosen the bolts. Invert the ratchet if necessary. 3. Raise vehicle by placing lifting pad spigot of the jack under the jacking hole located nearest the wheel con...

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    Vehicle care 135 use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or together with winter tyres could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible. The spare wheel is mounted under the rear underbody and may be secured using a security bolt that can only be rem...

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    136 vehicle care a vehicle with a discharged battery can be started using jump leads and the battery of another vehicle. 9 warning be extremely careful when starting with jump leads. Any deviation from the following instructions can lead to injuries or damage caused by battery explosion or damage to...

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    Vehicle care 137 remove cover plate to access the battery. Jump starting procedure lead connection order: 1. Connect the red lead to the positive terminal of the booster battery. 2. Connect the other end of the red lead to the positive terminal of the discharged battery. 3. Connect the black lead to...

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    138 vehicle care towing towing the vehicle the towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 127. Screw the towing eye fully into the front towing point. Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow rod - to the towing eye, never to the bumper or front suspension units. Caution do not tow the vehicle f...

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    Vehicle care 139 towing another vehicle the fixed towing eye is located under the rear bumper. Vehicles with a towing hitch have a socket for the detachable towing eye. Screw the towing eye, supplied with the vehicle tools, fully into the socket. Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow rod - to th...

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

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    Vehicle care 141 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...

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    142 vehicle care plastic and rubber parts plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with the same cleaner as used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use high- pressure jet cleaners..

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    Service and maintenance 143 service and maintenance general information ................... 143 recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 144 general information service information in order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to maintain the value...

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    144 service and maintenance make sure that the service and warranty booklet is completed correctly as continuous proof of service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met, and is also a benefit when selling the vehicle. Service display the service interval is based on several pa...

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    Service and maintenance 145 additional engine oil additives the use of additional engine oil additives could cause damage and invalidate the warranty. Engine oil viscosity grades the sae viscosity grade gives information of the thickness of the oil. Multigrade oil is indicated by two figures, e.G. S...

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    146 technical data technical data vehicle identification .................. 146 vehicle data ............................... 148 vehicle identification vehicle identification number the vehicle identification number is visible through the windscreen. The vin is also displayed behind a removable plas...

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    Technical data 147 identification plate the identification plate is located on the right hand door pillar. Information on identification plate 1) : 1 = manufacturer, type approval number 2 = vehicle identification number 3 = permissible gross vehicle weight rating 4 = permissible gross combination w...

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    148 technical data vehicle data recommended fluids and lubricants required engine oil quality engine oil quality dexos 2 ✔ in case dexos quality is unavailable in international countries you may use the oil qualities listed below: engine oil quality gm-ll-a-025 petrol engines ✔ gm-ll-b-025 diesel en...

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    Technical data 149 engine oil viscosity grades ambient temperature petrol and diesel engines down to -25 °c sae 5w-30 or sae 5w-40 below -25 °c sae 0w-30 or sae 0w-40 engine data sales designation 2.0 1.9 2.0 engine identifier code f4r 820 f9q 760 m9r 630 2) m9r 692 number of cylinders 4 4 4 piston ...

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    150 technical data sales designation 2.0 1.9 2.0 engine identifier code f4r 820 f9q 760 m9r 630 2) m9r 692 possible 98 possible 91 3) sales designation 2.0 2.0 engine identifier code m9r 786 4) m9r 786 5) m9r 788 number of cylinders 4 4 piston displacement [cm 3 ] 1995 1995 engine power [kw] 66 84 a...

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    Technical data 151 vehicle weight kerb weight, basic model model wheelbase roof payload class engine kerb weight 6)7) van short standard 1000 f4r 1660 f9q 1660 m9r 1678 standard 1200 f4r 1660 f9q 1669 m9r 1688 high 1200 f4r 1695 f9q 1713 m9r 1760 6) kerb weight and gross vehicle weight increase on m...

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    152 technical data model wheelbase roof payload class engine kerb weight 6)7) van long standard 1200 f4r 1660 f9q 1676 m9r 1724 high 1200 f4r 1745 f9q 1761 m9r 1810 6) kerb weight and gross vehicle weight increase on models fitted with bad road equipment package - refer to vin plate. 7) minimum vehi...

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    Technical data 153 model wheelbase roof payload class engine kerb weight 6)7) combi short standard 1000 f4r 1818 f9q 1835 m9r 1883 standard 1200 f4r 1829 f9q 1846 m9r 1893 long standard 1200 f4r 1890 f9q 1906 m9r 1954 6) kerb weight and gross vehicle weight increase on models fitted with bad road eq...

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    154 technical data model wheelbase roof payload class engine kerb weight 6)7) platform cab long standard 1200 f4r 1449 8) f9q 1467 8) m9r 1515 8) tour short standard 900 f4r 1879 f9q - m9r 1944 6) kerb weight and gross vehicle weight increase on models fitted with bad road equipment package - refer ...

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    Technical data 155 vehicle dimensions type van combi/tour 9) platform cab wheelbase short long short long long length [mm] 4782 5182 4782 5182 5130 width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1904 1904 1904 1904 1904 width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2232 2232 2232 2232 2232/2434 10) height - unladen (wi...

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    156 technical data loadspace dimensions wheelbase van short long roof height standard high standard high maximum rear door aperture height [mm] 1335 1818 1335 1818 rear door aperture width (at floor) [mm] 1390 1390 1390 1390 maximum load area height [mm] 1387 1913 1387 1913 maximum load area width [...

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    Technical data 157 capacities engine oil engine f4r f9q m9r engine oil including filter [l] 5.4 4.7 7.7 between min and max [l] 1.5 - 2.0 1.5 - 2.0 1.5 - 2.0 fuel tank fuel tank, nominal capacity [l] 92 tyre pressures tyre tyre pressure with full load 12) front [kpa/bar] (psi) rear [kpa/bar] (psi) 1...

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    158 technical data towing hitch installation dimensions.

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    Customer information 159 customer information vehicle data recording and privacy ....................................... 159 vehicle data recording and privacy event data recorders data storage modules in the vehicle a large number of electronic components of your vehicle contain data storage module...

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

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    Customer information 161.

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    162 index a accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 112 adjustable air vents ..................... 88 airbag and belt tensioners ........... 68 airbag deactivation ................ 44, 68 airbag system .............................. 42 air conditioning regular operation 89 a...

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    163 convex shape .............................. 28 coolant....................................... 116 coolant and antifreeze............... 144 coolant heater.............................. 85 coupling ball bar........................ 111 cruise control ...................... 71, 102 cupholders ........

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    164 i identification plate ..................... 147 ignition switch positions ............... 92 immobiliser .................................. 27 indicators...................................... 63 information displays...................... 72 instrument panel fuse box ......... 126 instrument pan...

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    165 rear window wiper/washer .......... 60 recommended fluids and lubricants ........................ 144, 148 refuelling ................................... 108 remote control............................. 18 reversing light ........................... 123 reversing lights .............................

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    166 vehicle identification number .... 146 vehicle jack................................ 127 vehicle messages ....................... 73 vehicle security............................ 25 vehicle specific data ...................... 3 vehicle storage........................... 112 vehicle tools............