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Technical Data

General notes on the technical data

Outstanding information

Important considerations

All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence

over this data.

All data provided in this manual are valid for the standard model in Spain. The

vehicle data card included in the Maintenance Programme or the vehicle

registration documents shows which engine is installed in the vehicle.

The figures may be different depending on if additional equipment is fitted,

for different models, for special vehicles and for other countries.

Abbreviations used in this paragraph of the Technical Data

Abbrevia-

tion

Meaning

kW Kilowatt, engine power measurement.

bhp Brake horse power, formerly used to denote engine power

at rpm Revolutions per minute - engine speed.

Nm Newton metres, unit of engine torque.

l/100 km Fuel consumption in litres per 100 km.

g/km Carbon dioxide emissions in grams per km travelled.

Carbon dioxide

CN Cetane number, indication of the diesel combustion power.

RON

Research octane number, indication of the knock resistance

of petrol.

Abbrevia-

tion

Meaning

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Vehicle identification data

The most important data are given on the type plate and the

vehicle data sticker.

Vehicles for certain export countries do not have a type plate.

Type plate

The type plate is located on the left rib inside the engine compartment.

Vehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number (chassis number) can be read from outside

the vehicle through a viewer in the windscreen. This is located on the left-

hand side of the vehicle in the lower area of the windscreen. It is also located

on the right hand side of the engine compartment.

Vehicle data

The data sticker is placed on the inside of the spare wheel recess in the

luggage compartment.

The following information is provided on the vehicle data sticker: ⇒ fig. 179.

These data are also provided in the Maintenance Program.

Production control number

Vehicle identification number (chassis number)

Model code number

Model designation / engine power output

Engine and gearbox code letters

Paintwork number / interior trim code

Optional equipment codes

Consumption values

emissions values

Data from 2 to 9 are also provided in the Maintenance Program.

Consumption figures and CO

Consumption (litres/100 km) / CO

emissions (g/km) urban

Consumption (litres/100 km) / CO

emissions (g/km) motorway

Consumption (l/100 km) / CO

Emissions (g/km) mixed

Fig. 179 Vehicle data

sticker – boot

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Data on fuel consumption

Fuel consumption

The consumption and emission details shown on the vehicle

data sticker differ from one vehicle to another.

The fuel consumption and CO

emissions of the vehicle can be found on the

vehicle data sticker.

The fuel consumption and emissions figures given are based on the vehicle

weight category, which is determined according to the engine/gearbox

combination and the equipment fitted.

The consumption and emission figures are calculated in accordance with the

EC test requirements 1999/100/EC. These test requirements specify a real-

istic test method based on normal everyday driving.

The following test conditions are applied:

Note

• Actual consumption may vary from quoted test values, depending on

personal driving style, road and traffic conditions, the weather and the

vehicle condition.

Weights

Kerb weight refers to the basic model with a fuel tank filled to 90% capacity

and without optional extras. The figure quoted includes 75 kg to allow for the

weight of the driver.

For special versions and optional equipment fittings or for the addition of

accessories, the weight of the vehicle will increase ⇒ .

WARNING

• Please note that the centre of gravity may shift when transporting

heavy objects; this may affect the vehicle's handling and lead to an acci-

dent. Always adjust your speed and driving style to suit road conditions

and requirements.

• Never exceed the gross axle weight rating or the gross vehicle weight

rating. If the allowed axle load or the allowed total weight is exceeded, the

driving characteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents,

injuries and damage to the vehicle.

Urban cycle

The urban cycle starts with an engine cold start. City driving

is then simulated.

Extra urban

cycle

In the extra urban cycle simulation the vehicle frequently

accelerates and brakes in all gears, as in normal everyday

driving. The road speed ranges from 0 to 120 km/h.

Total con-

sumption

The average total consumption is calculated with a weighting

of around 37% for the urban cycle and 63% for the extra

urban cycle.

emis-

sions

The exhaust gases are collected during both driving cycles to

calculate carbon dioxide emissions. The gas composition is

then analysed to evaluate the CO

content and other emis-

sions.

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Towing a trailer

Trailer weights

The trailer weights and drawbar loads approved are selected in intensive

trials according to precisely defined criteria. The approved trailer weights are

valid for vehicles in the EU for maximum speeds of 80 km/h (in certain

circumstances up to 100 km/h). The figures may be different in other coun-

tries. All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these

data ⇒ .

Drawbar load

The maximum permitted weight exerted by the trailer drawbar on the ball joint

of the towing bracket must not exceed 75 kg.

In the interest of road safety, we recommend that you always tow

approaching the maximum drawbar load. The response of the trailer on the

road will be poor if the drawbar load is too small.

If the maximum permissible drawbar load cannot be met (e.g. with small,

empty and light-weight single axle trailers or tandem axle trailers with an axle

base of less than 1 metre), at least 4% of the actual trailer weight is a legal

stipulation for a drawbar load.

WARNING

• For safety reasons, do not exceed the 80 km/h limit. This is also valid in

countries where higher speeds are permitted.

• Never exceed the maximum trailer weights or the draw bar loading. If

the permissible axle load or the permissible total weight is exceeded, the

driving characteristics of the vehicle may change, leading to accidents,

injuries and damage to the vehicle.

Wheels

Tyre pressure, snow chains, wheel bolts

Tyre pressures

The sticker with the tyre pressure values can be found on the inside of the

tank flap. The tyre pressure values given there are for cold tyres. The slightly

raised pressures of warm tyres must not be reduced ⇒ .

Snow chains

Snow chains may be fitted only to the front wheels.

Consult the chapter “wheels” of this manual.

Wheel bolts

After the wheels have been changed, the tightening torque of the wheel bolts

should be checked as soon as possible with a torque wrench ⇒ . The tight-

ening torque for steel and alloy wheels is 120 Nm.

WARNING

• Check the tyre pressure at least once per month. Checking tyre pressure

value is very important. If the tyre pressure is too high or too low, there is

an increased danger of accidents, particularly at high speeds.

• If the torque of the wheel bolts is too low, they could loosen while the

vehicle is in motion. Risk of accident! If the tightening torque is too high,

the wheel bolts and threads can be damaged.

Note

We recommend that you ask your Authorised Service Centre for information

about appropriate wheel, tyre and snow chain size.

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