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Tools, tyre repair kit and spare wheel

Vehicle Tools

The tools and jack are stored under the floor panel in the

luggage compartment.

– Lift the cover of the luggage compartment, by pulling it up with a

finger in the fitting.

– Remove the tools or jack.

The tool kit includes:

• Hook for removing wheel covers* or hub caps*

• Box spanner for wheel bolts

• Reversible screwdriver with handle (including hexagonal interior) for the

wheel bolts. The screwdriver is a combination tool

• Towing ring*

• Adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolts*

Before replacing the jack in the storage area, wind the arm of the jack down

as far as it will go.

Some of the items listed are only provided on certain models, or are optional

extras.

WARNING

• Do not use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle to tighten

the wheel bolts. It is impossible to tighten the bolts with the torque neces-

sary, risk of accident.

• The jack supplied by the factory is only designed for changing wheels

on this model. On no account attempt to use it for lifting heavier vehicles

or other loads, risk of injury.

• Use the jack only on firm, level ground.

• Never start the engine when the vehicle is on the jack, risk of accident.

• If work is to be carried out underneath the vehicle, this must be secured

by suitable stands. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury in an accident.

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Compact temporary spare wheel

The compact temporary spare wheel is only intended for

temporary use over short distances.

The temporary spare wheel is stored under the floor panel in the luggage

compartment and is attached by a thumbnut.

How to use the compact temporary spare wheel

Should you ever have a punctured tyre, the compact temporary spare wheel

is only intended for temporary use until you can reach a workshop. The

standard-size road wheel should be replaced as soon as possible.

Please note the following restrictions when using the compact temporary

spare wheel. This spare wheel has been specially designed for your vehicle,

thus, it cannot be changed with the spare wheel from another vehicle.

No other type of tyre (normal summer or winter tyre) may be fitted on the

compact temporary spare wheel rim.

Snow chains

For technical reasons, snow chains must not be used on the compact tempo-

rary spare wheel.

If you should have a puncture on one of the front wheels when using snow

chains, fit the compact temporary spare in place of one of the rear wheels.

You can then attach the snow chains to the wheel taken from the rear and use

this wheel to replace the punctured front wheel.

WARNING

• The tyre pressures must be checked and corrected as soon as possible.

The tyre pressure for the spare wheel is 4.2 bar. Failure to do so could result

in an accident.

• Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. Higher speeds can cause an accident.

• Avoid heavy acceleration, hard braking and fast cornering, risk of acci-

dent.

• Never use two or more compact spare tyres at the same time, risk of

accident.

• No other type of tyre (normal summer or winter tyre) may be fitted on

the compact temporary spare wheel rim.

Tyre repair kit

The tyre repair kit is stored under the floor panel in the

luggage compartment.

Your vehicle is equipped with the Tyre Mobility System “Tyre repair kit”.

The tyre repair kit consists of a container with sealing compound to repair

punctures and a compressor to generate the required tyre pressure. The kit

will reliably seal punctures up to a size of about 4 mm caused by the penetra-

tion of a foreign body into the tyre.

Fig. 146 Luggage

compartment. Access to

the spare wheel

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Note

• Seek professional assistance if the repair of a tyre puncture is not

possible with the sealing compound.

Wheel change

Preparation work

What you must do before changing a wheel.

– If you have a flat tyre or puncture, park the vehicle as far away

from the flow of traffic as possible. Choose a location that is as

level as possible.

– All passengers should leave the vehicle. They should wait in a

safe area (for instance behind the roadside crash barrier).

– Switch off the engine. Switch on the hazard warning lights.

–Apply the handbrake firmly.

–Engage the first gear, or put the selector lever to position P for

those vehicles with an automatic gearbox.

– If you are towing a trailer, unhitch it from your vehicle.

–Take the vehicle tools and the spare wheel out of the luggage

compartment.

WARNING

Put the hazard warning lights on and place the warning triangle in position.

This is for your own safety and also warns other road users.

Caution

If you have to change the wheel on a gradient, block the wheel opposite the

wheel being changed by placing a stone or similar object under it to prevent

the vehicle from rolling away.

Note

Please observe legal requirements when doing so.

Changing a wheel

Change the wheel as described below

– Remove the wheel cover. See ⇒ page 218, fig. 147.

–Slacken the wheel bolts.

– Raise the car with the jack in the corresponding zone.

– Take off the wheel and then put on the spare wheel.

– Lower the vehicle.

– Tighten the wheel bolts firmly in diagonal sequence with the box

spanner.

–Replace the cover.

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After changing a wheel

After changing the wheel there are still tasks to complete.

– Put the tools and jack back in the luggage compartment.

– Place the wheel with the defective tyre in the luggage compart-

ment and secure it.

– Check the tyre pressure of the newly fitted tyre as soon as

possible.

– Have the tightening torque of the wheel bolts checked as soon as

possible with a torque wrench. The prescribed torque is 120 Nm.

Note

• If you notice that the wheel bolts are corroded and difficult to turn when

changing a wheel, they must be replaced before having the wheel bolt torque

checked.

• In the interest of safety, drive at moderate speeds until the wheel bolt

torque has been checked.

Wheel trims

The wheel trims must be removed to gain access to the wheel

bolts.

Removing

– Insert the extraction hook from the tool kit into the hole

designed for this and that is situated in one of the bolt caps of

the hubcap ⇒ fig. 147.

–Pull off the wheel cover.

Fig. 147 Changing a

wheel: Removing the

wheel trim

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Wheel covers*

The entire wheel cover must be removed for access to the

wheel bolts.

Removing

– Remove the wheel cover using the spanner and the hook*.

– Hook this into one of the rebates of the wheel cover.

– Put the box spanner over the wheel cover hook and lever gently

and carefully to avoid damage to the paintwork.

Fitting

– Fit the wheel cover onto the wheel rim by pressing it firmly. Put

pressure initially on the point of the rebate for the valve. Then

press the wheel cover onto the steel rim so that it engages all

round.

Loosening the wheel bolts

The wheel bolts must be loosened before raising the vehicle.

Loosening

–Fit the box spanner as far as it will go over the wheel bolt.

– Grasp the box spanner by the end turn it about one full turn to the

left ⇒ fig. 148.

Tightening

– Fit the box spanner as far as it will go over the wheel bolt.

– Grasp the box spanner close to the end and turn the bolt to the

right until it is secured.

– An adapter is required to unscrew or tighten the theft inhibiting

wheel bolts.

Fig. 148 Changing the

wheel: Loosening the

wheel bolts

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WARNING

Loosen the wheel bolts only about one turn before raising the vehicle with

the jack, loosening the wheel bolts more than one turn can result in an acci-

dent.

Note

• Do not use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle to loosen or

tighten the wheel bolts.

• If the wheel bolt is very tight, you may be able to loosen it by pushing

down the end of the spanner carefully with your foot. Hold on to the vehicle

for support and take care not to slip.

Raising the vehicle

The vehicle must be raised with a jack to remove the wheel.

– Locate the jacking point under the door sill closest to the wheel

being changed ⇒ fig. 149.

– Wind up the jack under the jacking point until the arm of the jack

is directly below the vertical rib under the door sill.

– Align the jack so that the arm of the jack fits around the rib under

the door sill and the movable base plate of the jack is flat on the

ground ⇒ fig. 150.

– Raise the vehicle until the defective wheel is just clear of the

ground.

Recesses at the front and rear of the door sills mark the jacking points

⇒ fig. 149. A position has been made for each wheel. Do not fit the jack

anywhere else.

An unstable surface under the jack may cause the vehicle to slip off the jack.

Therefore, the jack must be fitted on solid ground offering good support. Use

Fig. 149 The jacking

points

Fig. 150 Fitting the jack

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a large and stable base, if necessary. On a hard, slippery surface (such as

tiles) use a rubber mat or similar to prevent the jack from slipping.

WARNING

• Take all precautions so that the base of the jack does not slip. Failure to

do so could result in an accident.

• The vehicle can be damaged if the jack is not applied at the correct

jacking points. There is also a risk of injury since the jack can slip off

suddenly if it is not properly engaged.

Removing and fitting the wheel

For removal and fitting the wheel, the following tasks must be

completed.

Change the wheel as described below after loosening the wheel

bolts and raising the vehicle with the jack.

Removing a wheel

– Unscrew the bolts using the hexagonal tool in the handle of the

screwdriver (vehicle tool) and place them on a clean surface

⇒ fig. 151.

Fitting a wheel

– Screw in the wheel bolts and tighten them lightly using the

hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle.

The wheel bolts should be clean and turn easily. Before fitting the spare

wheel, inspect the condition of the wheel and hub mounting surfaces. These

surfaces must be clean before fitting the wheel.

The hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle makes it easier to turn the

wheel bolts when they are loose. The reversible screwdriver blade should be

removed when the tool is used for this purpose.

If tyres with a specific direction of rotation are fitted, note the direction of

rotation.

Note

Do not use the hexagonal socket in the screwdriver handle to loosen or

tighten the wheel bolts.

Fig. 151 Wheel change:

Hexagon socket in screw-

driver handle to turn the

wheel bolts after they

have been loosened

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Theft inhibiting wheel bolts

A special adapter is required to turn the theft inhibiting wheel

bolts.

– Insert the adapter onto the wheel bolt and push it on as far as it

will go ⇒ fig. 152.

– Fit the box spanner as far as it will go over the adapter.

– Loosen or tighten the wheel bolt as appropriate.

Code number

The code number of the anti-theft wheel bolt is stamped on the front of the

adaptor.

The code number should be noted and kept in a safe place, as it is only by

using the code number that a duplicate adaptor can be obtained from an

Authorised Service Centre.

Tyres with directional tread pattern

Tyres with directional tread pattern must be fitted so that they

rotate in the correct direction.

A directional tread pattern can be identified by arrows on the sidewall that

point in the direction of rotation. Always note the direction of rotation indi-

cated when fitting the wheel. This is important so that these tyres can give

maximum grip and avoid excessive noise, tread wear and aquaplaning.

If, in an emergency, you have to mount the spare wheel so it rotates in the

wrong direction, you must drive extremely carefully. The tyre will not give

optimum performance. This is particularly important when driving on wet

roads.

To benefit from the advantages of tyres with this type of tread pattern, the

defective tyre should be replaced as soon as possible so that all tyres again

rotate in the correct direction.

Tyre repair kit (Tyre-Mobility-System)

General information and safety notes

Your vehicle is equipped with a tyre repair kit: the Tyre Mobility System.

In the event of a tyre puncture, sealing compound and an air compressor are

located in the luggage compartment under the floor panel.

The Tyre Mobility System will reliably seal punctures caused by the penetra-

tion of a foreign body of up to about 4 mm in diameter.

It is not necessary to remove the foreign body from the tyre.

Instructions for the sealing compound are located on the sealing compound

container.

Fig. 152 Theft inhibiting

wheel bolts

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Notes for the proper use of the air compressor are included in an additional

instruction leaflet.

WARNING

• Do not attempt to repair a puncture with the sealing compound if the

tyre has been damaged by driving the car after the tyre has lost its air.

• Always observe warnings and follow instructions concerning

compressor and sealing compound carefully.

• Do not drive faster than 80 km/h, avoid heavy acceleration, hard

braking and fast cornering.

• Tyres which have been repaired with sealing compound are only suit-

able for temporary use over a short period. Therefore, please drive carefully

to the next available qualified workshop.

For the sake of the environment

Used sealing compound containers should be disposed of at a proper facility.

Note

Seek professional assistance if the repair of a tyre puncture is not possible

with the sealing compound.

Preparation work

Certain steps must be taken before repairing a tyre.

– If you have a flat tyre or puncture, park the vehicle as far away

from the flow of traffic as possible.

–Apply the handbrake firmly.

– Engage the first gear, of put the selector lever to position P.

– All passengers should leave the vehicle. They should wait in a

safe area (for instance behind the roadside crash barrier).

– Check whether a repair is possible using the Tyre Mobility System

“General information and safety notes”.

– Unscrew inflation cap from the affected wheel.

– Take the tyre repair kit out of the luggage compartment.

WARNING

Put the hazard warning lights on and place the warning triangle in position.

This is for your own safety and also warns other road users.

Caution

Take special care if you have to repair a tyre on a gradient.

Note

Please observe legal requirements when doing so.

Tyre repair

The following sections describe the procedures for repairing

a tyre.

Using the sealing compound

– The instructions on the container give detailed information on

how to use the sealing compound.

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Inflating the tyre

– Remove the air compressor and hose from the container.

– Screw the retaining nut onto the valve.

– Plug the compressor cable into a 12 volt socket.

– Turn on compressor and monitor the pressure shown on the pres-

sure gauge.

Completing the repair

– Remove the compressor hose from the valve.

–Fit the valve cap.

– Unplug the compressor from the socket.

– Return all tools to their proper storing location.

Note

The compressor should never be allowed to run for longer than 6 minutes.

Fuses

Changing a fuse

If a fuse has blown it must be replaced.

Fig. 153 Left side of dash

panel: Fuse box cover

Fig. 154 Fuse box cover

in engine compartment

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Fuse cover underneath the steering wheel

– Switch off the ignition and the component concerned.

– Identify the fuse for the failed component ⇒ page 226.

– Take the plastic clip from inside the fuse cover, fit it onto the

blown fuse and pull the fuse out.

– Replace the blown fuse (which will have a melted metal strip)

with a new fuse of the same ampere rating.

Fuse cover in engine compartment

– Switch off the ignition and the component concerned.

– Prise off the fuse cover in the engine compartment by pressing

the tabs towards the centre of the cover ⇒ page 224, fig. 154.

– Identify the fuse for the failed component ⇒ page 226.

– Take the plastic clip from inside the fuse cover (at left-hand end

of the dash panel), fit it onto the blown fuse and pull the fuse out.

– Replace the blown fuse (which will have a melted metal strip)

with a new fuse of the same ampere rating.

– Carefully fit the fuse cover back on to ensure no water can enter

the fuse box.

The individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses. The fuses are located

behind a cover at the left-hand end of the dash panel and on the left-hand

side of the engine compartment.

The electric windows are protected by circuit breakers. These reset automat-

ically after a few seconds when the overload (caused for example by frozen

windows) has been corrected.

Colour coding of fuses

WARNING

Never “repair” damaged fuses and never replace them with fuses with a

higher rating. Failure to comply could result in fire. This could also cause

damage to other parts of the electrical system.

Note

• If a newly replaced fuse blows again after a short time, the electrical

system must be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible.

• If you replace a fuse with a stronger fuse, you could cause damage to

another location in the electrical system.

• Always keep some spare fuses in the vehicle. These are available from

official Service.

Colour Amperes

light brown 5

red 10

blue 15

yellow 20

natural (white) 25

green 30

orange 40

red 50

white 80

blue 100

grey 150

violet 200

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Fuses on left side of dash panel

Fuses

Number Electrical equipment Amperes

1 Petrol and diesel engine control 10

2ABS/ESP control 5

3 Airbag control 5

4 Heating controls, pressure sensor, heated seats, ESP switch, reverse gear 5

5 Left and right hand side headlight motor, dimmer, GDL control 5

6 Gateway, automatic gearbox lever 5

7 Windscreen relay, heated rear-view mirrors, VDA telephone 5

8 Trailer control 5

9 Vacant

10 Vacant

11 Vacant

12 Door control 10

13 Diagnosis, light switch, brake 10

14 Automatic gearbox 5

15 Wiring control 7,5

16 Heating / air and climate controls 10

17 Rain sensor 5

18 Automatic gearbox, parking aid control 5

19 Vacant

20 ESP control 5

21 D2L (20 147 kW) Engine 10

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22 Heater 40

23 Door control 30

24 Cigarette lighter 25

25 Wiring control 25

26 12 V current sockets 30

27 FSI advance control, petrol relay, EKP 1.6 15

28 Vacant

29 Flow gauge, engine 10

30 Pre-wired 20

31 Vacuum pump 20

32 Door control 30

33 Sunroof 30

34 Convenience controls 25

35 Alarm sensor, horn 5

36 Headlight washer system 20

37 Seats 30

38 Engine 10

39 Automatic gearbox 20

40 Heater 40

41 Tailgate, power 15

42 Wiring control 15

43 Trailer control 15

44 Trailer control 20

45 Trailer control 15

Number Electrical equipment Amperes

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Some of the electrical items listed in the table are only fitted on certain

models or are optional extras.

Please note that the above list, while correct at the time of printing, is subject

to alterations. If discrepancies should occur, please refer to the sticker on the

inside of the fuse cover for the correct information for your model.

Fuses layout, engine compartment, left part

Fuses

46 Heating jets, heating controls, air, climate 5

47 Lambda probe 10

48 Lambda probe 10

49 Light switch 7,5

Number Electrical equipment Amperes

1Cleaning 30

2 Steering column 5

3 Wiring control 5

4ABS 30

5 AQ gearbox 15

6 Kombi 5

7 Vacant

8Radio 15

9 Telephone 5

Principal relay in the FSI engine compartment and diesel/injection module power supply 5

Principal relay in the engine compartment D2L (2.0 FSI 147 kW) 10

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11 Vacant

12 Gateway 5

Petrol injection module power supply 25

Diesel injection module power supply 30

14 Coil 20

T71 / 20 FSI engine 5

Pump relay 10

16 ADS pump 30

17 Horn 15

18 Vacant

19 Cleaning 30

20 Vacant

21 Lambda probe 15

22 Brake pedal, speed sensor 5

1.6 litre engine, principal relay (relay 100) 5

T 71 diesel EGR 10

2.0 D2L High pressure fuel pump 15

24 ARF, gear change valve 10

25 Right lighting 40

26 Left lighting 40

1.6 SLP engine 40

1.9 TDI glow plug relay 50

28 KL15 40

Number Electrical equipment Amperes

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Position in engine compartment: side box

Fuses

Some of the electrical items listed in the table are only fitted on certain

models or are optional extras.

Please note that the above list, while correct at the time of printing, is subject

to alterations.

Electric windows (front and rear) 50

Electric windows (front) 30

30 KLX 40

Number Electrical equipment Amperes

Alternator < 140 W 150

Alternator > 140 W 200

C1 Power steering 80

D1 PTC's (Supplementary electrical heating using air) 100

E1 Electric ventilator < 500 W / Electric ventilator > 500 W 50 / 80

F1 Multiterminal power voltage supply “30”. Internal fuse box 100

G1 Trailer fuse voltage supply in internal fuse box 50

H1 Vacant

Number Electrical equipment Amperes

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Lamp change

General notes

Before changing any lamp first turn off the equipment concerned.

Do not touch the lamp glass. Fingerprints vaporise in the heat, causing a

reduction in the lamp life and condensation on the mirror surface, thus

reducing efficiency.

A lamp should only be placed by one of the same type. The designation is

inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass part or on the base.

It is highly recommended to keep a box of spare lamps in the vehicle. At the

very least, the lamps that most affect road safety should have spares in the

vehicle.

Main headlights

Dipped beam - H7

Full beam - H1

Position - W5W

Indicator - PY21W

Xenon gas discharge headlights

19)

Dipped beam and full headlights - D1S

20)

Light burst and additional full beam - H1

Position W5W

Indicators PY21W

Fog lights

Fog lights - H3

Rear fixed light

Stop/Position - P21W

21)

Indicator - P21W

Rear mobile light unit

Foglight (left hand side) - P21W

Reverse gear light (right hand side) - P21W

Position - W5W

Side turn indicator

Lateral indicator - W5W

Registration plate light

Registration plate light - C5W

Note

• Due to the difficulty involved in accessing certain lamps, any replacement

work should be done by a Technical Service. However, the following is a

description of how to change the lamps except for the fog lights and interior

lamps.

19)

On this type of headlight, the bulb changes must be made by the Technical Service,

given that complex elements must be removed from the vehicle and a reset must be

made on the automatic control system incorporated

20)

The Xenon discharge lamps discharge 2.5 times the light flux and an average lifespan

of 5 times more than that of halogen lamps, this means that, except due to unusual

circumstances, there is no need to change the bulbs for the whole life of the vehicle

21)

Electronically controlled single filament lamp for Stop/Position lamp. If the lamp

blows it will not work in either position or Stop position

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Main headlight lamps

Turn signals

Dipped headlights

Main beam headlights

Side lights

Turn signal lamps

–Raise the bonnet.

– Rotate the lamp holder ⇒ fig. 156 to the left and pull.

– Remove the bulb by pressing on the lamp holder and rotating at

the same time to the left.

– Installation is done in the reverse order.

Fig. 155 Main headlight

lamps

Fig. 156 Turn signal

lamps

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Dipped beam lights

–Raise the bonnet.

– Remove the loops ⇒ fig. 157 in the direction of the arrow and

remove the cover.

– Remove the connector ⇒ fig. 158 from the lamp.

– Disengage the retainer spring ⇒ fig. 158 pressing inwards

and to the right.

– Extract the lamp and fit the replacement so that the rim of the

attachment plate is on the reflector rebate.

Fig. 157 Dipped head-

lights

Fig. 158 Dipped head-

lights

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Main beam lights

– To open the bonnet.

– Remove the cover ⇒ fig. 159 by pulling on this.

– Remove the connector ⇒ fig. 160 from the lamp.

– Press the spring ⇒ fig. 160 inwards and to the right.

– Extract the lamp and fit the replacement so that it sits correctly

into the rebate on the reflector.

– Installation is done in the reverse order.

Fig. 159 Main beam

headlights

Fig. 160 Main beam

headlights

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Side lights

–Raise the bonnet.

– Remove the cover ⇒ fig. 161 by pulling on this.

– Extract the lamp holder ⇒ fig. 162 outwards.

– Replace the bulb by pulling this out and inserting the replace-

ment.

– Installation is done in the reverse order.

Rear lights

• On the bodywork

- Indicator, position and brake light

• On the tailgate

- Left hand side: position and foglight

- Right hand side: position and reverse light

Fig. 161 Side lights

Fig. 162 Side lights

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Indicator, position and brake lights on the bodywork

– Press the side piece towards the exterior and take out the lamp

holder.

– Extract the burned out bulb and change it for a new one.

– To refit follow the steps in reverse order, taking special care when

fitting the lampholder.

Position, fog and rear lights on the tailgate

–Open the tailgate.

Fig. 163 Indicator posi-

tion and brake light on the

bodywork

Fig. 164 Lights on the

tailgate

Fig. 165 Removing the

lamp holders

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– Remove the cover by pulling on it. See the arrow ⇒ page 236,

fig. 164.

– Pull out the lampholder by pressing on the attachment side

pieces and extract it outwards ⇒ page 236, fig. 165.

– Replace the defective lamp, rotating it to the left and outwards.

– Installation is done in the reverse order.

Side indicators

– Press the indicator light on one side and extract it.

– Remove the lampholder from the indicator.

– Remove the broken glass bulb and replace with a new bulb.

– Insert the lampholder in the indicator guide until it clicks into

place.

– First place the indicator in the opening in the bodywork, fixing

the tabs ⇒ fig. 166, arrow .

– Insert the lamp as shown by the arrow ⇒ fig. 166.

Fig. 166 Side turn indi-

cator

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Luggage compartment lights

– Extract the tulip shaped fitting by pressing on the lower edge of

this -arrow- using the flat side of a screwdriver ⇒ fig. 167.

– Press the lamp sideways and remove it from its housing

⇒ fig. 168.

– Installation is done in the reverse order.

Fig. 167 Luggage

compartment light

Fig. 168 Luggage

compartment light

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Registration light

– To remove the tulip shaped fitting, unscrew the bolts ⇒ fig. 169.

– Remove the lamp, moving it in the direction of the arrow and

outwards ⇒ fig. 170.

– Installation is done in the reverse order.

Fig. 169 Registration

plate light

Fig. 170 Registration

plate light

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Sunroof light

– Carefully remove the light, using the flat side of the screwdriver,

as shown in the illustration ⇒ fig. 172.

– Remove the lamp, moving it in the direction of the arrow and

outwards ⇒ fig. 172.

– Installation is done in the reverse order.

Jump-starting

Jump leads

The jump lead must have a sufficient wire cross section.

If the engine fails to start because of a discharged battery, the battery can be

connected to the battery of another vehicle to start the engine.

Jump leads

Jump leads must comply with the standard DIN 72553 (see manufacturer's

documentation). The wire cross section must be at least 25 mm

for petrol

engines and at least 35 mm

for diesel engines.

Note

• The vehicles must not touch each other, otherwise electricity could flow as

soon as the positive terminals are connected.

• The discharged battery must be properly connected to the vehicles elec-

trical system.

Fig. 171 Removing

sunroof light

Fig. 172 Removing

sunroof light

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How to jump start

In ⇒ fig. 173, the flat battery is A and the charged battery B.

Jump lead terminal connections

– Switch off the ignition on both vehicles ⇒ .

1. Connect one end of the red jump lead to the positive ⇒ fig. 173

terminal of the vehicle with the flat battery ⇒

2. Connect the other end of the red jump lead to the positive

terminal in the vehicle providing assistance

3. Connect one end of the black jump lead to the negative terminal

on the battery of the vehicle providing assistance

4. Connect the other end of the black jump lead to a solid metal

component which is bolted on to the engine block, or onto the

engine block itself of the vehicle with the flat battery. Do not

connect it to a point near the battery ⇒

5. Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into

contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment

Starting

6. Start the engine of the vehicle with the boosting battery and let

it run at idling speed

7. Start the engine of the car with the flat battery and wait one or

two minutes until the engine is “running”

Removing the jump leads

8. Before you remove the jump leads, switch off the headlights (if

they are switched on)

9. Turn on the heater blower and rear window heater in the vehicle

with the flat battery. This helps minimise voltage peaks which are

generated when the leads are disconnected

10. When the engine is running, disconnect the leads in reverse

order to the details given above

Connect the battery clamps so they have good metal-to-metal contact with

the battery terminals.

If the engine fails to start, switch off the starter after about 10 seconds and

try again after about half a minute.

Fig. 173 How to connect

the jump leads

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WARNING

• Please note the safety warnings referring to working in the engine

compartment ⇒ page 193, “Working in the engine compartment”.

• The battery providing assistance must have the same voltage as the flat

battery (12V) and approximately the same capacity (see imprint on

battery). Failure to comply could result in an explosion.

• Never use jump leads when one of the batteries is frozen. Danger of

explosion! Even after the battery has thawed, battery acid could leak and

cause chemical burns. If a battery freezes, it should be replaced.

• Keep sparks, flames and lighted cigarettes away from batteries, danger

of explosion. Failure to comply could result in an explosion.

• Observe the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the jump

leads.

• Do not connect the negative cable from the other vehicle directly to the

negative terminal of the flat battery. The gas emitted from the battery could

be ignited by sparks. Danger of explosion.

• Do not attach the negative cable from the other vehicle to parts of the

fuel system or to the brake line.

• The non-insulated parts of the battery clamps must not be allowed to

touch. The jump lead attached to the positive battery terminal must not

touch metal parts of the vehicle, this can cause a short circuit.

• Position the leads in such a way that they cannot come into contact

with any moving parts in the engine compartment.

• Do not bend over the batteries. This could result in chemical burns.

Note

The vehicles must not touch each other, otherwise electricity could flow as

soon as the positive terminals are connected.

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Towing and tow-starting

Tow-starting*

The use of jump leads is preferable to tow-starting.

We recommend that you do not tow-start your vehicle. Jump-starting

is preferable ⇒ page 240.

However, if your vehicle has to be tow-started

– Engage the 2nd or the 3rd gear.

– Keep the clutch pressed down.

– Switch on the ignition.

– Once both vehicles are moving, release the clutch.

– As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and move the gear-

stick into neutral. This helps to prevent driving into the towing

vehicle.

WARNING

The risk of accidents is high when tow-starting. The vehicle being towed

can easily collide with the towing vehicle.

Caution

When tow-starting, fuel could enter the catalytic converter and damage it.

Towing rings

Please observe the following points if you use a tow-rope:

Fig. 174 The front right

section of the vehicle:

Fitting the front towing

eye

Fig. 175 Fitting the

towing ring to the rear of

the vehicle

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Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle

– Drive slowly at first until the tow-rope is taut. Then accelerate

gradually.

– Begin and change gears cautiously. If you are driving an auto-

matic vehicle, accelerate gently.

– Remember that the brake servo and power steering are not

working in the vehicle you are towing. Brake earlier than you

would normally, but with a more gentle pressure on the brake.

Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle

– Ensure that the tow-rope remains taut at all times when towing.

Fitting the towing ring

– Take the towing ring and the box spanner out of the vehicle tool

kit.

– Pull the lower front cover down and leave the cover hanging on

the vehicle.

– Remove the cover of the screw hole, insert a screwdriver into the

lower slot and lever gently.

– Screw the towing ring as shown by arrow anti-clockwise to the

limit position in the front ⇒ page 243, fig. 174 or rear

⇒ page 243, fig. 175 threaded hole.

– Use the wrench for leverage to tighten the towing ring.

Tow-rope or tow-bar

It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow-bar. You should only use a

tow-rope if you do not have a tow-bar.

A tow-rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the loading on both vehicles.

It is advisable to use a tow-rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic

material.

Attach the tow-rope or the tow-bar only to the towing rings provided or a

towing bracket.

Driving style

Towing requires some experience, especially when using a tow-rope. Both

drivers should be familiar with the technique required for towing. Inexperi-

enced drivers should not attempt to tow-start or tow away another vehicle.

Do not pull too hard with the towing vehicle and take care to avoid jerking the

tow-rope. When towing on an unpaved road, there is always a risk of over-

loading and damaging the anchorage points.

The ignition of the vehicle being towed must be switched on to prevent the

steering wheel from locking and also to allow the use of the turn signals,

horn, windscreen wipers and washers.

As the brake servo does not work if the engine is not running, you must apply

considerably more pressure to the brake pedal than you normally would.

As the power assisted steering does not work if the engine is not running, you

will need more strength to steer than you normally would.

Towing vehicles with an automatic gearbox

• Put the selector lever into position “N”.

• Do not drive faster than 50 km/h when towing a vehicle.

• Do not tow further than 50 km.

• If a breakdown vehicle is used, the vehicle must be towed with the front

wheels raised.

Note

• Observe legal requirements when towing or tow-starting.

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• Switch on the hazard warning lights of both vehicles. However, observe

any regulations to the contrary.

• For technical reasons, vehicles with an automatic gearbox must not be

tow-started.

• If damage to your vehicle means that there is no lubricant in the gearbox,

you must raise the drive wheels while the vehicle is being towed.

• If the vehicle has to be towed more than 50 km, the front wheels must be

raised during towing, and towing should be carried out by a qualified person.

• The steering wheel is locked when the vehicle has no electrical power. The

vehicle must then be towed with the front wheels raised. Towing should be

carried out by a qualified person.

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