Get Vehicle care Guide for Vauxhall Grandland X SUV 2020

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Electrical system ........................ 225

Fuses ....................................... 225

Engine compartment fuse box . 226

Instrument panel fuse box ....... 227

Vehicle tools .............................. 229

Tools ........................................ 229

Wheels and tyres ....................... 230

Winter tyres ............................. 230

Tyre designations .................... 230

Tyre pressure .......................... 231

Tyre deflation detection

system .................................... 232

Tread depth ............................. 233

Changing tyre and wheel size . 233

Wheel covers ........................... 234

Tyre chains .............................. 234

Tyre repair kit .......................... 234

Wheel changing ....................... 237

Spare wheel ............................ 239

General Information

Accessories and vehicle

modifications

We recommend the use of genuine

parts and accessories and factory

approved parts specific for your

vehicle type. We cannot assess or

guarantee reliability of other products

- even if they have a regulatory or

otherwise granted approval.

Any modification, conversion or other

changes made to standard vehicle

specifications (including, without

limitation, software modifications,

modifications of the electronic control

units) may invalidate the warranty

offered by Vauxhall. Furthermore,

such changes may affect driver

assistance systems, may impact fuel

consumption, CO₂emissions and

other emissions of the vehicle and

cause the vehicle to no longer

conform to the operating permit,

impacting the validity of your vehicle

registration.

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General Information ................... 210

Accessories and vehicle

modifications .......................... 210

Vehicle storage ........................ 212

End-of-life vehicle recovery ..... 212

Vehicle checks ........................... 213

Performing work ...................... 213

Bonnet ..................................... 213

Engine oil ................................. 214

Engine coolant ......................... 215

Washer fluid ............................ 215

Brakes ..................................... 216

Brake fluid ............................... 216

Vehicle battery ......................... 216

Diesel fuel system bleeding ..... 218

Wiper blade replacement ........ 218

Bulb replacement ....................... 219

Halogen headlights .................. 219

LED headlights ........................ 221

Front fog lights ......................... 221

Tail lights ................................. 221

Side turn lights ......................... 224

Number plate light ................... 225

Interior lights ............................ 225

Jump starting ............................. 242

Towing ....................................... 244

Towing the vehicle ................... 244

Towing another vehicle ........... 245

Appearance care ....................... 246

Exterior care ............................ 246

Interior care ............................. 248

Floor mats ............................... 248

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Deinstallation

Caution

When transporting the vehicle on

a train or on a recovery vehicle, the

mud flaps might be damaged.

Cold protection covers

It is recommended to have the

protection covers installed by a

workshop.

Caution

2. Press the lower part of the

protection cover against the slat of

the grille. Ensure that the

1. With your hand behind the grille,

push the brackets of the

The protection covers must be

removed when one of the

following conditions occurs:

protection cover is fixed securely.

protection cover upwards to

3. Repeat the procedure for the

release the protection cover.

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The ambient temperature is

above 10 °C.

other protection covers.

2. Pull the protection cover upwards

and remove it.

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When the vehicle is towed.

The vehicle is driven at speeds

above 75 mph.

3. Repeat the procedure for the

other protection covers.

Installation

1. Install the protection cover as

shown.

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Open the bonnet, close all doors

and lock the vehicle.

Disconnect the clamp from the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Note that all systems are

not functional, e.g. anti-theft

alarm system.

Vehicle storage

Storage for a long period of time

If the vehicle is to be stored for several

months:

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, where legally required. Only

entrust this work to an authorised

recycling centre.

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Wash and wax the vehicle.

Have the wax in the engine

compartment and underbody

checked.

Putting back into operation

When the vehicle is to be put back into

operation:

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Clean and preserve the rubber

seals.

●

Connect the clamp to the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Initialize the power

windows 3 39.

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Fill up fuel tank completely.

Change the engine oil.

Drain the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the coolant antifreeze and

corrosion protection.

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Check tyre pressure.

Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the engine oil level.

Check the coolant level.

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Adjust tyre pressure to the value

specified for full load.

Park the vehicle in a dry, well

ventilated place. Engage first or

reverse gear or set selector lever

to P. Prevent the vehicle from

rolling.

Fit the number plate if necessary.

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Do not apply the parking brake.

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Vehicle checks

9 Danger

Performing work

The ignition system uses

extremely high voltage. Do not

touch.

Bonnet

Opening

Open the driver's door.

Push the safety catch upwards and

open the bonnet.

9 Warning

Only perform engine compartment

checks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may start

operating even if the ignition is off.

Pull the release lever and return it to

its original position.

Secure the bonnet support.

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We recommend the use of the same

grade of engine oil that was used at

last change.

Closing

Caution

Before closing the bonnet, press the

support into the holder.

Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the

latch from a low height (20-25 cm).

Check that the bonnet is engaged.

It is the owner's responsibility to

maintain the proper level of an

appropriate quality engine oil in

the engine.

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the

latch to avoid dents.

Engine oil

Check the engine oil level manually

on a regular basis to prevent damage

to the engine. Ensure that the correct

specification of engine oil is used.

The engine oil level must not exceed

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

Recommended fluids and lubricants

Caution

3 254.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

reinsert it fully, pull out and read the

engine oil level.

When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top up the

engine oil.

Overfilled engine oil must be

drained or suctioned out. If the

engine oil exceeds the maximum

level, do not start the vehicle and

contact a workshop.

The maximum engine oil

consumption is 0.6 l per 600 miles.

Check with the vehicle on a level

surface. The engine must be at

operating temperature and switched

off for at least 5 min.

Different dipsticks are used

depending on engine variant.

Capacities 3 265.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

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the coolant concentration checked

and have the cause of the coolant

loss remedied by a workshop.

Engine coolant

The factory filled coolant provides

freeze protection down to approx.

-37 °C.

Washer fluid

Caution

Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant and antifreeze 3 254.

Coolant level

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the

MIN mark. Top up if the level is low.

Caution

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

9 Warning

Allow the engine to cool before

opening the cap. Carefully open

the cap, relieving the pressure

slowly.

Fill with clean water mixed with a

suitable quantity of approved

windscreen washer fluid which

contains antifreeze.

To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of

released coolant concentrate mixed

with clean tap water. If no coolant

concentrate is available, use clean

tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have

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Caution

Only washer fluid with a sufficient

antifreeze concentration provides

protection at low temperatures or

a sudden drop in temperature.

Batteries do not belong in household

waste. They must be disposed of at

an appropriate recycling collection

point.

Laying up the vehicle for more than

four weeks can lead to battery

discharge. Disconnect the clamp from

the negative terminal of the vehicle

battery.

Washer fluid 3 254.

Brakes

In the event of minimum thickness of

the brake lining, a squealing noise

sounds during braking.

The brake fluid level must be between

the DANGER and MAX marks.

If fluid level is below DANGER seek

the assistance of a workshop.

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 journeys.

Ensure the ignition is switched off

before connecting or disconnecting

the vehicle battery.

Brake and clutch fluid 3 254.

Battery discharge protection 3 121.

Vehicle battery

The vehicle battery is maintenance-

free provided that the driving profile

allows sufficient charging of the

battery. Short-distance-driving and

frequent engine starts can discharge

the battery. Avoid the use of

Replacing the vehicle battery

Notice

Any deviation from the instructions

given in this section may lead to

temporary deactivation or

disturbance of the stop-start system.

Brake fluid

9 Warning

Brake fluid is poisonous and

corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,

skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.

unnecessary electrical consumers.

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When the vehicle battery is being

replaced, please ensure that there

are no open ventilation holes in the

vicinity of the positive terminal. If a

ventilation hole is open in this area, it

must be closed off with a dummy cap,

and the ventilation in the vicinity of the

negative terminal must be opened.

Ensure that the battery is always

replaced by the same type of battery.

The vehicle battery has to be

replaced by a workshop.

Discharge protection

Warning label

Battery voltage

When the vehicle battery voltage is

running low, a warning message will

appear in the Driver Information

Centre.

When the vehicle is being driven, the

load reduction function temporarily

deactivates certain functions, such as

the air conditioning, the heated rear

window, heated steering wheel, etc.

The deactivated functions are

reactivated automatically as soon as

conditions permit.

Stop-start system 3 138.

Meaning of symbols:

Charging the vehicle battery

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No sparks, naked flames or

smoking.

Idle boost

9 Warning

If charging of the vehicle battery is

required due to battery condition, the

power output of the generator must

be increased. This will be achieved by

an idle boost which may be audible.

●

Always shield eyes. Explosive

gases can cause blindness or

injury.

On vehicles with stop-start

system, ensure that the charging

potential does not exceed 14.6 V

when using a battery charger.

Otherwise the vehicle battery may

be damaged.

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The vehicle battery contains

sulphuric acid which could cause

blindness or serious burn

injuries.

Keep the vehicle battery out of

reach of children.

A message appears in the Driver

Information Centre.

Power outlet

Jump starting 3 242.

The power outlets are deactivated in

the event of low vehicle battery

voltage.

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See the Owner's Manual for

further information.

Explosive gas may be present in

the vicinity of the vehicle battery.

Deactivating power saving mode

Power saving mode is deactivated

automatically when the engine is

restarted. Run the engine for a

sufficient charge:

Diesel fuel system bleeding

If the tank has been run dry, the diesel

fuel system must be bled. Switch on

the ignition three times for

●

15 seconds at a time. Then crank the

engine for a maximum of

40 seconds. Repeat this process after

no less than 5 seconds. If the engine

fails to start, seek the assistance of a

workshop.

Power saving mode

●

for less than 10 minutes to use

the consumers for approx.

5 minutes

This mode deactivates electrical

consumers to avoid excessive

discharging of the vehicle battery.

These consumers, such as the

Infotainment system, windscreen

wipers, low beam headlights,

courtesy light, etc. can be used for a

total maximum time of about

40 minutes after ignition is switched

off.

●

for more than 10 minutes to use

the consumers for up to approx.

30 minutes

Wiper blade replacement

Windscreen

Heating functionalities

Notice

Individual heating functionalities,

such as heated seats or heated

steering wheel, may be temporarily

unavailable in the event of electrical

loading constraints. Functions will

be resumed after some minutes.

Changing into power saving mode

When power saving mode is

activated, a message appears in the

Driver Information Centre.

An active telephone call using the

hands-free option will be maintained

for around 10 minutes longer.

Switch off ignition.

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Within one minute after switching off

ignition, operate the wiper lever to

position the wiper blades vertically on

the windscreen.

Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the

raised position, press button to

disengage the wiper blade and

remove.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

Bulb replacement

Switch off the ignition and switch off

the relevant switch or close the doors.

Only hold a new bulb at the base. Do

not touch the bulb glass with bare

hands.

Use only the same bulb type for

replacement.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

Replace headlight bulbs from within

the engine compartment.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Bulb check

Rear window

After a bulb replacement switch on

the ignition, operate and check the

lights.

Halogen headlights

Halogen headlights with separate

bulbs for low beam and high beam.

Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade

as shown in illustration and remove.

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1. Remove the protective cover by

pulling.

3. Detach the bulb from the bulb

socket and replace the bulb.

4. Insert the bulb socket into the

reflector housing.

5. Fit the protective cover on.

Low beam (2)

High beam (1) inner bulb.

Low beam (2) outer bulb.

2. Press retaining clip downwards

and pull the bulb socket toward

the rear.

High beam (1)

1. Remove the protective cover by

pulling.

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4. Insert the bulb socket into the

reflector housing.

5. Fit the protective cover on.

Tail lights

Tail lights, daytime running lights and

3rd-brake light are designed as LEDs.

In case of failure, have LEDs replaced

by a workshop.

Front turn lights

In case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

Light assembly in the body

Side light

In case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

2. Press retaining clip upwards and

pull the bulb socket toward the

rear.

Daytime running light

In case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

LED headlights

Headlights for low and high beam,

sidelights, daytime running lights and

turn lights are designed as LEDs and

cannot be changed.

1. Open the tailgate then unclip the

access cover on the relevant side.

Have lights repaired by a workshop in

case of failure.

Front fog lights

3. Detach the bulb from the bulb

socket and replace the bulb.

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

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2. Slacken the light fixing nut using a

box spanner or socket.

5. From the outside, carefully

withdraw the light assembly from

recess and remove. Take care

that the cable duct remains in

position.

6. Turn the bulb socket

anticlockwise and remove it from

the light assembly.

7. Detach the bulb from the bulb

socket and replace the bulb.

To avoid losing the nut if it drops

into the wing trim, first place a

cloth below it.

3. Manually unscrew and remove

the light fixing nut.

4. Disengage the retaining clip,

while pushing the light out slightly.

Brake light(1)

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2. Slacken the light fixing nut using a

box spanner or socket.

Light assembly in the tailgate

3. Manually unscrew and remove

the light fixing nut.

4. Disengage the retaining clip,

while pushing the light assembly

out slightly.

5. From the outside, carefully

withdraw light assembly from

recess and remove. Take care

that the cable duct remains in

position.

Turn light (2)

8. Insert the bulb socket into the light

assembly. Fit the light assembly in

the recess and tighten the light

fixing nut from the inside. Attach

the cover.

1. Open the tailgate and remove the

cover.

6. Turn the bulb socket

anticlockwise and remove it from

the light assembly.

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7. Detach the bulb from the bulb

socket and replace the bulb:

Rear fog light (2)

Side turn lights

8. Insert the bulb socket into the light

assembly. Fit the light assembly in

the recess and tighten the light

fixing nut from the inside. Attach

the cover.

To replace bulb, remove light

assembly:

3rd-brake light

The 3rd-brake light is designed as

LED and can not be changed.

Have lights repaired by a workshop in

case of failure.

Bulb check

Reverse light (1)

Switch on the ignition, operate and

check all lights.

1. Slide the light assembly forward

and remove it at the back.

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4. Insert bulb socket and turn

anticlockwise.

Electrical system

5. Insert left end of the light

assembly, slide to the left and

insert right end.

Fuses

Data on the replacement fuse must

match the data on the defective fuse.

There are two fuse boxes in the

Number plate light

vehicle:

Number plate lights are designed as

LEDs and can not be changed.

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engine compartment

instrument panel

Have lights repaired by a workshop in

case of failure.

Before replacing a fuse, turn off the

respective switch and the ignition.

2. Turn bulb socket clockwise and

remove from light assembly.

A blown fuse can be recognised by its

melted wire.

Interior lights

Have the following bulbs replaced by

a workshop:

Caution

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courtesy light, reading lights

load compartment light

instrument panel illumination

Do not replace the fuse until the

cause of the fault has been

remedied.

Some functions are protected by

several fuses.

Fuses may also be inserted without

existence of a function.

3. Detach the bulb from the bulb

socket and replace the bulb.

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Fuse extractor

Engine compartment fuse

box

A fuse extractor may be located in the

fuse box in the engine compartment.

The extractor has two sides, each

side is designed for a different type of

fuses.

No. Circuit

9

Anti-theft alarm system

The fuse box is in the front left of the

engine compartment.

Disengage the cover and remove it.

Depending on the version, different

engine compartment fuse boxes are

available:

10 Stop-start system

11 Diesel exhaust system

13 Stop-start system

15 Electric power steering / Radar

22 Horn

Grab the fuse with the fuse extractor

and withdraw the fuse.

29 Starter

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Depending on the version, different

instrument panel fuse boxes are

available:

No. Circuit

22 Heated windscreen

26 Additional Heater / Heated

windscreen

After having changed defective fuses,

close the fuse box cover and lock it.

If the fuse box cover is not closed

correctly, malfunction may occur.

Instrument panel fuse box

No. Circuit

1

2

4

6

Climate control

Steering wheel

Electric parking brake

Air vent

No. Circuit

1

Electronic key system / Anti-

theft alarm system

4

5

Stop-start system

16 Front fog lights

Advanced parking assist /

Camera / Transmission control

module

18 Right high beam (Halogen) /

Right headlight (LED)

19 Left high beam (Halogen) /

Right headlight (LED)

7

8

Amplifier

In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse

box is located behind a cover in the

glovebox. Open the glovebox and

remove the cover.

Rear wiper

21 Starter

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No. Circuit

10 Central locking system

11 Central locking system

13 Anti-theft alarm system

16 Electrical power steering wheel

18 BTA module

33 Power outlet front

36 Infotainment

5

6

7

Windscreen washer

Power outlet rear

10 Doors lock / Tailgate lock

11 Doors lock / Tailgate lock

21 Interior lights

12 Stop-start system / Diagnostic

connector module / Brake

system

22 Glovebox light

23 Blind spot alert system / Exterior

mirror adjustment / Inductive

charging

13 Infotainment / Climate control

system

14 Alarm siren

24 Column electrical assembly

25 Interior mirror

15 Climate control system

No. Circuit

16 Stop-start system / Brake

system

26 Seat belt reminder

1

Interior mirror / Electrical power

steering wheel / Selective ride

control / Radar / Diesel exhaust

system

27 Camera / Rain sensor / Auto‐

matic light control

17 Instrument cluster

19 Column electrical assembly /

Steering wheel controls

28 USB / Infotainment

31 Airbag

3

4

Trailer provisions control

module

21 Anti-theft alarm system

Horn

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Vehicles without spare wheel

No. Circuit

Vehicle tools

Tools

22 Camera / Rain sensor / Auto‐

matic light control

Vehicles with spare wheel

23 Seat belt reminder

Open the floor cover of the load

24 Automatic transmission /

Advanced parking assist /

Panoramic view system

compartment 3 72.

Remove the cover of the tool box.

25 Airbag

26 Electronic Stability Control

27 Alarm

The towing eye and the chocks are

located in a box below the floor cover

in the load compartment.

28 BTA module

29 Infotainment

Tyre repair kit 3 234.

32 Cigarette lighter / Power outlet

front

34 Heated rear window / Heated

windscreen / Inductive charging

The jack, the towing eye, chocks and

the tools are located in the tool box.

35 Light switch / Diagnostic

connector module

36 Lighting

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Vehicles with audio speaker system

Tyre designations

Wheels and tyres

E.g. 225/55 R 18 98 V

225 : tyre width, mm

Tyre condition, wheel condition

55 : cross-section ratio (tyre height

to tyre width), %

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 the event of damage or

unusual wear.

R

: belt type: Radial

RF : type: RunFlat

18 : wheel diameter, inches

98 : load index e.g. 98 is equivalent

to 750 kg

V

: speed code letter

Speed code letter:

Q : up to 100 mph

S : up to 112 mph

T : up to 118 mph

H : up to 130 mph

V : up to 150 mph

W : up to 168 mph

The towing eye and the chocks are

located in a box below the floor cover

in the load compartment.

Winter tyres

Winter tyres improve driving safety at

temperatures below 7 °C and should

therefore be fitted on all wheels.

Tyre repair kit 3 234.

In accordance with country-specific

regulations, affix the speed sticker in

the driver's field of view.

All tyre sizes are permitted as winter

tyres 3 266.

Choose a tyre appropriate for the

maximum speed of your vehicle.

The maximum speed is achievable at

kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus

125 kg payload. Optional equipment

could reduce the maximum speed of

the vehicle.

Performance 3 263.

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The tyre pressure information label

on the left door frame indicates the

original equipment tyres and the

correspondent tyre pressures.

The tyre pressure data refers to cold

tyres. It applies to summer and winter

tyres.

The driver is responsible for correct

adjustment of tyre pressure.

Directional tyres

Directional tyres should be mounted

so that they rotate in the correct

direction. The proper rotation

direction is indicated by a symbol

(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.

9 Warning

If the pressure is too low, this can

result in considerable tyre warm-

up and internal damage, leading to

tread separation and even to tyre

blow-out at high speeds.

Always inflate the spare tyre to the

pressure specified for full load.

Tyre pressure

Check the pressure of cold tyres at

least every 14 days and before any

long journey. Do not forget the spare

wheel. This also applies to vehicles

with tyre pressure monitoring system.

Incorrect tyre pressures will impair

safety, vehicle handling, comfort and

fuel economy and will increase tyre

wear.

Tyre pressures differ depending on

various options. For the correct tyre

pressure value, follow the procedure

below:

9 Warning

For specific tyres the

recommended tyre pressure as

shown in the tyre pressure table

may exceed the maximum tyre

pressure as indicated on the tyre.

Never exceed the maximum tyre

pressure as indicated on the tyre.

1. Identify the engine identifier code.

Engine data 3 260.

2. Identify the respective tyre.

The tyre pressure tables show all

possible tyre combinations 3 266.

For the tyres approved for your

vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of

Conformity provided with your vehicle

or other national registration

documents.

Temperature dependency

The tyre pressure depends on the

temperature of the tyre. During

driving, tyre temperature and

pressure increase. Tyre pressure

values provided on the tyre

Tyre pressure 3 266.

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information label and tyre pressure

chart are valid for cold tyres, which

means at 20 °C.

After adjusting tyre pressure initialise

system to extinguish the control

indicator and restart system.

System initialisation

The pressure increases by nearly

1.5 psi for a 10 °C temperature

increase. This must be considered

when warm tyres are checked.

Caution

Deflation detection system warns

just about low tyre pressure

condition and does not replace

regular tyre maintenance by the

driver.

Tyre deflation detection

system

The tyre deflation detection system

continually checks the rotation speed

of all four wheels and warns on low

tyre pressure condition once vehicle

is driving. This is achieved by

comparing tyre rolling circumference

with reference values and further

signals.

If a tyre loses pressure the control

indicator w illuminates and a warning

message is displayed in the Driver

Information Centre.

In case of a system malfunction a

message is displayed in the Driver

Information Centre. Set correct tyre

pressure and reinitialise system. If the

failure continues to be displayed,

contact a workshop. The system is

inoperable when ABS or ESC has a

malfunction or a temporary spare

wheel is used. Once the road tyre has

been refitted, check the tyre pressure

with cold tyres and initialise the

system.

After tyre pressure correction or

wheel change, the system must be

initialised to learn new circumference

reference values:

1. Always ensure that all four tyres

have correct tyre pressure

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2. Apply parking brake.

3.

Press w to reset deflation

detection system.

In this case reduce speed, avoid

sharp cornering and strong braking.

Stop at next safe opportunity and

check tyre pressure.

4. Reset is confirmed by pop-up

indication.

Control indicator w 3 98.

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After initialisation system

For safety reasons, it is

Tyres age, even if they are not used.

We recommend tyre replacement

every 6 years.

automatically calibrates to new tyre

pressures during driving. After longer

drive the system will adopt and

monitor new pressures.

recommended that the tread depth of

the tyres on one axle should not vary

by more than 2 mm.

Changing tyre and wheel

size

Always check tyre pressure with cold

tyres.

System has to be reinitialised when:

If tyres of a different size than those

fitted at the factory are used, it may be

necessary to reprogramme the tyre

deflation detection system and make

other vehicle modifications.

●

Tyre pressure has been changed

Load condition has been

changed

Tyre deflation detection system

3 232.

●

Wheels have been swapped or

exchanged

Have the label with tyre pressures

replaced.

The system will not warn

instantaneously on a tyre blow out or

a rapid deflation. This is due to

required calculation time.

The legally permissible minimum

tread depth (1.6 mm) has been

reached when the tread has worn

down as far as one of the tread wear

indicators (TWI). Their position is

indicated by markings on the

sidewall.

If there is more wear at the front than

the rear, swap round front wheels and

rear wheels periodically. Ensure that

the direction of rotation of the wheels

remains the same.

9 Warning

The use of unsuitable tyres or

wheels may lead to accidents and

will invalidate the vehicle

operating permit.

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).

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Temporary spare wheel

The use of tyre chains is not permitted

on the temporary spare wheel.

Wheel covers

Tyre chains

Wheel covers and tyres that are

factory approved for the respective

vehicle and comply with all of the

relevant wheel and tyre combination

requirements must be used.

Tyre repair kit

Minor damage to the tyre tread can be

repaired with the tyre repair kit.

If the wheel covers and tyres used are

not factory approved, the tyres must

not have a rim protection ridge.

Wheel covers must not impair brake

cooling.

Do not remove foreign bodies from

the tyres.

Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that

is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired

with the tyre repair kit.

9 Warning

Tyre chains are only permitted on the

front wheels.

Always use fine mesh chains that add

no more than 9 mm to the tyre tread

and the inboard sides (including chain

lock).

9 Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel

covers could lead to sudden

pressure loss and thereby

accidents.

Do not drive faster than 50 mph.

Do not use for a lengthy period.

Steering and handling may be

affected.

Vehicles with steel wheels: When

using locking wheel nuts, do not

attach wheel covers.

9 Warning

In the case of a flat tyre:

Apply the parking brake and engage

first gear, reverse gear or P.

Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of

size 215/70R16, 215/65 R17,

225/55 R18 and 205/55 R19.

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4. Screw the compressor air hose to

the connection on the sealant

bottle.

5. Fit the sealant bottle into the

bracket on the compressor.

Set the compressor near the tyre

in such a way that the sealant

bottle is upright.

6. Unscrew valve cap from defective

tyre.

3. Remove the electrical connection

cable and air hose from the

The tyre repair kit is in the load

compartment below the floor cover.

storage compartments on the

underside of the compressor.

1. Remove the sealant bottle and the

compressor.

2. Pull speed limit label from sealant

bottle and place it in driver's

visible area.

7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre

valve.

8. The switch on the compressor

must be set to J.

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9. Connect the compressor plug to

the power outlet or cigarette

lighter socket.

bottle is emptying (approx.

30 seconds). Then the pressure

starts to drop.

The tyre repair kit may only be

plugged in to the front 12 V power

outlet, in order to work properly.

12. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is being

inflated.

To avoid discharging the battery,

we recommend running the

engine.

13. The prescribed tyre pressure

should be obtained within

10 minutes.

Tyre pressure 3 266.

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 rotation.

Reattach the tyre repair kit and

continue the filling procedure for

10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre

pressure is still not obtained, the

tyre is too badly damaged. Seek

the assistance of a workshop.

Drain excess tyre pressure with

the button on the air hose.

Do not run the compressor longer

than 10 minutes.

14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Remove

sealant bottle from bracket. Screw

the filler hose to the free

connection of the sealant bottle.

This prevents sealant from

escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in

load compartment.

10. Set the rocker switch on the

compressor to I. The tyre is filled

with sealant.

15. Remove any excess sealant

using a cloth.

11. The compressor pressure gauge

briefly indicates up to

600 kPa (6 bar) whilst the sealant

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Repeat the checking procedure

once more after driving further

3 miles but no more than

Replace the used sealant bottle.

Dispose of the bottle as prescribed

by applicable laws.

The compressor and sealant can be

used from approx. -30 °C.

10 minutes to check that there is

no more loss of pressure.

If the tyre pressure has fallen

below 150 kPa (1.5 bar), the

vehicle must not be used. Seek

the assistance of a workshop.

Wheel changing

Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

17. Stow away tyre repair kit in load

●

Park the vehicle on a level, firm

and non-skid surface. The front

wheels must be in the straight-

ahead position.

If necessary, place a chock under

the wheel diagonally opposite the

wheel to be changed.

Apply the parking brake and

engage first gear, reverse gear or

P.

If the ground on which the vehicle

is standing is soft, a solid board

(max. 1 cm thick) should be

placed under the jack.

compartment.

Notice

16. Continue driving immediately so

that sealant is evenly distributed

in the tyre. After driving approx.

3 miles but no more than

The driving characteristics of the

repaired tyre are severely affected,

therefore have this tyre replaced.

●

If unusual noise is heard or the

compressor becomes hot, turn

compressor off for at least 30 min.

The built-in safety valve opens at a

pressure of seven bar (102 psi).

Note the expiry date of the kit. After

this date its sealing capability is no

longer guaranteed. Pay attention to

storage information on sealant

bottle.

10 minutes, stop and check tyre

pressure. Screw compressor air

hose directly onto tyre valve when

doing this. Fill tyre as described

before. Drain excess tyre

pressure with the button on the air

hose.

If tyre pressure hasn't decreased

under 150 kPa (1.5 bar), set it to

the correct value. Otherwise the

vehicle must not be used. Seek

assistance of a workshop 3 266.

●

Take heavy objects out of the

vehicle before jacking up.

No people or animals may be in

the vehicle when it is jacked-up.

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●

Never crawl under a jacked-up

vehicle.

Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

Before screwing in the wheel

bolts, clean them.

Tightening torque for alloy wheels is

100 Nm.

9 Warning

Do not grease wheel bolts.

Tightening torques

Caution

Rear arm position of the lifting

platform centrically under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

Tightening torque for steel wheels is

115 Nm.

Use the correct wheel bolts for the

respective wheels.

If the vehicle is equipped with alloy

wheels, tighten the wheel bolts

manually at least for the first five

turns.

Jacking positions

There are two different types of

wheels with two different bolts and

tightening torques.

The jacking positions shown refer to

the use of lifting arms and accessory

jacks used for changing winter /

summer tyres.

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Front arm position of the lifting

platform centrically under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

4. When, after a wheel change, no

wheel is placed in the spare wheel

well, secure the tool box by

tightening the wing nut as far as it

will go and close floor cover.

Spare wheel

5. After wheel change back to full

size wheel, place the temporary

spare wheel outside up in the well

and secure with the wing nut.

Only mount one temporary spare

wheel. The permissible maximum

speed on the label on the temporary

spare wheel is only valid for the

factory-fitted tyre size.

The spare wheel can be classified as

a temporary spare wheel depending

on the size compared to the other

mounted wheels and country

regulations. In this case a permissible

maximum speed applies, even

though no label at the spare wheel

indicates this.

The spare wheel is located in the load

compartment beneath the floor

covering.

To remove:

1. Open the floor cover 3 72.

2. Remove the tool box.

3. The temporary spare wheel is

secured with a wing nut. Unscrew

nut and take out the spare wheel.

Only mount one temporary spare

wheel. Do not drive faster than

50 mph. Take curves slowly. Do not

use for a long period of time.

Fitting the spare wheel

Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

Caution

●

Park the vehicle on a level, firm

and non-skid surface. The front

wheels must be in the straight-

ahead position.

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.

●

If necessary, place a chock under

the wheel diagonally opposite the

wheel to be changed.

Apply the parking brake and

engage first gear, reverse gear or

P.

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●

Remove the spare wheel.

Never change more than one

wheel at once.

Use the jack only to change

wheels in case of puncture, not

for seasonal winter or summer

tyre change.

Vehicle tools 3 229.

Steel wheels with cover: Pull off

the wheel cover.

Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel

bolt caps with the wheel bolt cover

remover.

9 Warning

Ensure to use always the correct

wheel bolts if changing the

wheels. When installing the spare

wheel, the bolts for alloy wheels

can also be used.

●

The jack is maintenance-free.

If the ground on which the vehicle

is standing is soft, a solid board

(max. 1 cm thick) should be

placed under the jack.

●

Take heavy objects out of the

vehicle before jacking up.

No people or animals may be in

the vehicle when it is jacked-up.

Never crawl under a jacked-up

vehicle.

Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

Before screwing in the wheel

bolts, clean them.

2. Attach the wheel wrench and

loosen each wheel bolt by half a

turn.

●

Note that the spare wheel is

secured by the conical contact of

each bolt if the wheel bolts for the

alloy wheels are used. In this

case, the washers do not come

into contact with the spare wheel.

The wheels might be protected by

locking wheel nuts. To loosen

these specific nuts first attach the

adapter onto the head of the nut

before installing the wheel

wrench. The adapter is located in

the tool box 3 229.

9 Warning

1. Disengage wheel bolt caps with

Do not grease wheel bolts.

the wheel bolt cover remover.

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the jacking point in a manner that

prevents it from slipping.

With the jack correctly aligned

rotate wheel wrench until wheel is

clear of the ground.

5. Unscrew the wheel nuts.

6. Change the wheel.

7. Screw on the wheel nuts.

8. Lower the vehicle and remove

jack.

9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring

that it is located securely and

tighten each bolt in a crosswise

sequence. Tightening torque is

115 Nm.

3. Ensure the jack is correctly

positioned under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

Ensure that the edge of the body

fits into the notch of the jack.

If the vehicle is equipped with

alloy wheels, note that the wheel

bolts can also be used for the steel

spare wheel. In this case, the

spare wheel is secured by the

conical contact of each bolt.

10. Align the valve hole in the wheel

cover with the tyre valve before

installing.

Install wheel nut caps.

4. Set the jack to the necessary

height. Position it directly below

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11. Stow the replaced wheel, the

vehicle tools 3 229 and the

1. Remove centre cap with the brand

emblem by pushing from the

inside.

Jump starting

Do not start with quick charger.

A vehicle with a discharged vehicle

battery can be started using jump

leads and the vehicle battery of

another vehicle.

adapter for the locking wheel nuts.

2. Position the wheel outside down

12. Check the tyre pressure of the

installed tyre and the wheel nut

torque as soon as possible.

in the wheel well.

3. Secure the defective wheel with

the wing nut.

4. Depending on the tyre size, the

floor cover can be placed on the

projecting wheel.

Stowing a damaged full size

wheel in the load compartment

All permitted wheel sizes can be

stowed in the spare wheel well. To

secure the wheel:

Caution

Never jump start another vehicle

with a hybrid 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

the electrical systems of both

vehicles.

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●

Do not disconnect the discharged

vehicle battery from the vehicle.

Switch off all unnecessary

electrical consumers.

Open the positive terminal protection

caps of both vehicle batteries.

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 the

negative terminal of the booster

battery.

4. Connect the other end of the black

lead to the vehicle grounding point

of your vehicle in the engine

compartment.

Route the leads so that they cannot

catch on rotating parts in the engine

compartment.

9 Warning

Avoid contact of the battery with

eyes, skin, fabrics and painted

surfaces. The fluid contains

sulphuric acid which can cause

injuries and damage in the event

of direct contact.

Do not lean over the vehicle

battery during jump starting.

Do not allow the terminals of one

lead to touch those of the other

lead.

The vehicles must not come into

contact with each other during

the jump starting process.

Apply the parking brake,

transmission in neutral,

automatic transmission in P.

●

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 battery

before connecting jump leads.

Wear eye protection and

protective clothing when

handling a battery.

Use a booster battery with the

same voltage (12 V). Its capacity

(Ah) must not be much less than

that of the discharged vehicle

battery.

●

To start the engine:

1. Start the engine of the vehicle

providing the jump.

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.

●

Use jump leads with insulated

terminals and a cross section of

at least 16 mm²(25 mm²for

diesel engines).

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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 of the vehicle receiving

the jump start.

Towing

Towing the vehicle

5. Reverse above sequence exactly

when removing leads.

Screw in the towing eye as far as it will

go until it stops in a horizontal

position.

Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow

Remove the cap.

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 229.

rod – to the towing eye.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering the

vehicle.

Switch on ignition to release steering

wheel lock and to permit operation of

brake lights, horn and windscreen

wiper.

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cases and when the transmission is

defective, the front axle must be

raised off the ground.

Seek the assistance of a workshop.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Towing another vehicle

Caution

Deactivate the driver assistance

systems like active emergency

braking 3 172, otherwise the

vehicle may automatically brake

during towing.

Insert cap with the flange into the

recess and fix cap by pushing.

Switch the selector lever to neutral.

Release the parking brake.

Towing a hybrid vehicle

9 Warning

Caution

Always tow the vehicle on a

platform. Avoid towing the vehicle

with two or four wheels on the

ground.

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

Remove the cap.

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 229.

If necessary, the vehicle can be

moved a few metres at a speed

below 6 mph.

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 the

windows.

Vehicles with automatic transmission:

The vehicle must be towed facing

forwards, not faster than 50 mph nor

further than 60 miles. In all other

Before moving the car: Switch on

ignition, depress the brake pedal,

shift to N and switch off ignition.

Ensure the vehicle is only towed

by well trained technicians.

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Screw in the towing eye as far as it will

go until it stops in a horizontal

position.

The lashing eye at the rear

underneath the vehicle must never be

used as a towing eye.

Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow

rod – to the towing eye.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering a

vehicle.

If using a vehicle wash, comply with

the vehicle wash manufacturer's

instructions. The windscreen wiper

and rear window wiper must be

switched off. Remove antenna and

external accessories such as roof

racks etc.

If you wash your vehicle by hand,

make sure that the insides of the

wheel housings are also thoroughly

rinsed out.

Appearance care

Exterior care

Locks

The locks are lubricated at the factory

using a high quality lock cylinder

grease. Use a de-icing agent only

when absolutely necessary, as this

has a degreasing effect and impairs

lock function. After using a de-icing

agent, have the locks regreased by a

workshop.

Wax painted parts of the vehicle

regularly.

Caution

Clean edges and folds on opened

doors and the bonnet as well as the

areas they cover.

Clean bright metal mouldings with a

cleaning solution approved for

aluminium to avoid damages.

Washing

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

The paintwork of your vehicle is

exposed to environmental influences.

Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.

When using automatic vehicle

washes, select a programme that

includes waxing.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Insert cap with the upper flange into

the recess and fix cap by pushing.

Caution

Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,

pollen and the like should be cleaned

off immediately, as they contain

aggressive constituents which can

cause paint damage.

Always use a cleaning agent with

a pH value of 4 to 9.

Do not use cleaning agents on hot

surfaces.

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Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the

vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use

separate leathers for painted and

glass surfaces: remnants of wax on

the windows will impair vision.

Plastic body parts must not be treated

with wax or polishing agents.

Glass panel

Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois

leather together with window cleaner

to clean the glass panel.

Windows and wiper blades

Switch off wipers before handling in

their areas.

Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois

leather together with window cleaner

and insect remover.

When cleaning the rear window from

inside, always wipe in parallel to the

heating element to prevent damage.

For mechanical removal of ice, use a

sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the

scraper firmly against the glass so

that no dirt can get under it and

scratch the glass.

Clean smearing wiper blades with a

soft cloth and window cleaner. Also

make sure to remove any residues

such as wax, insect residues and

similar from the window.

Wheels and tyres

Do not use high-pressure jet

cleaners.

Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel

cleaner.

Have the door hinges of all doors

greased by a workshop.

Exterior lights

Rims are painted and can be treated

with the same agents as the body.

Headlight and other light covers are

made of plastic. Do not use any

abrasive or caustic agents, do not use

an ice scraper, and do not clean them

dry.

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.

Polishing and waxing

Wax the vehicle regularly at the latest

when water no longer beads.

Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.

Polishing is necessary only if the paint

has become dull or if solid deposits

have become attached to it.

Paintwork polish with silicone forms a

protective film, making waxing

unnecessary.

Underbody

Some areas of the vehicle underbody

have a PVC undercoating while other

critical areas have a durable

Ice residues, pollution and continuous

wiping on dry windows will damage or

even destroy the wiper blades.

protective wax coating.

After the underbody is washed, check

the underbody and have it waxed if

necessary.

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Bitumen / rubber materials could

damage the PVC coating. Have

underbody work carried out by a

workshop.

Before and after winter, wash the

underbody and have the protective

wax coating checked.

Interior care

Interior and upholstery

Only clean the vehicle interior,

including the instrument panel fascia

and panelling, with a dry cloth or

interior cleaner.

Clean the leather upholstery with

clear water and a soft cloth. In case of

heavy soiling, use leather care.

Caution

Close Velcro fasteners and open

Velcro fasteners on clothing could

damage seat upholstery.

The same applies to clothing with

sharp-edged objects, e.g. zips,

belts or studded jeans.

Liquid gas system

Plastic and rubber parts

9 Danger

The instrument cluster and the

displays should only be cleaned using

a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a

weak soap solution.

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.

Liquid gas is heavier than air and

can collect in sink points.

Take care when performing work

at the underbody in a pit.

Clean fabric upholstery with a

vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove

stains with an upholstery cleaner.

For painting work and when using a

drying booth at a temperature above

60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be

removed.

Do not make any modifications to the

liquid gas system.

Clothing fabrics may not be

colourfast. This could cause visible

discolourations, especially on light-

coloured upholstery. Removable

stains and discolourations should be

cleaned as soon as possible.

Floor mats

9 Warning

If a floor mat has the wrong size or

is not properly installed, it can

interfere with the accelerator pedal

and/or brake pedal, what can

cause unintended acceleration

Towing equipment

Do not clean the coupling ball bar with

a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

Clean seat belts with lukewarm water

or interior cleaner.

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and/or increased stopping

distance which can cause a crash

and injury.

Use the following guidelines for

proper floor mat usage.

●

The original equipped floor mats

were designed for your vehicle.

Have damaged floor mats only

replaced by certified floor mats.

Always check that the floor mats

do not interfere with the pedals.

2. Align slots in the mat with the

retainers, as shown.

3. Push the mat to the floor.

To remove the floor mat:

●

Use the floor mat with the correct

side up. Do not turn it over.

Do not place anything on top of

the driver's side floor mat.

Use only a single floor mat on the

driver's side.

1. Move the seat backwards as far

as possible.

2. Pull the floor mat upwards to

remove.

Installing and removing the floor

mats

The driver's side floor mat and the

passenger's side floor mat are each

held in place by two retainers.

To install the floor mat:

1. Move the seat backwards as far

as possible.

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