Get Vehicle care Guide for Vauxhall Crossland SUV First Generation (2020-2024)

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Electrical system ........................ 191

Fuses ....................................... 191

Engine compartment fuse box . 191

Instrument panel fuse box ....... 193

Vehicle tools .............................. 195

Tools ........................................ 195

Wheels and tyres ....................... 196

Winter tyres ............................. 196

Tyre designations .................... 196

Tyre pressure .......................... 196

Tyre deflation detection

system .................................... 197

Tread depth ............................. 198

Changing tyre and wheel size . 199

Wheel covers ........................... 199

Tyre chains .............................. 199

Tyre repair kit .......................... 200

Wheel changing ....................... 203

Spare wheel ............................ 204

General Information

Accessories and vehicle

modifications

We recommend the use of genuine

parts and accessories and factory

approved parts specific for this

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, CO₂

emissions 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 ................... 174

Accessories and vehicle

modifications .......................... 174

Vehicle storage ........................ 175

End-of-life vehicle recovery ..... 175

Vehicle checks ........................... 176

Performing work ...................... 176

Bonnet ..................................... 176

Engine oil ................................. 177

Engine coolant ......................... 178

Washer fluid ............................ 178

Brakes ..................................... 179

Brake fluid ............................... 179

Vehicle battery ......................... 179

Diesel fuel system bleeding ..... 181

Wiper blade replacement ........ 181

Bulb replacement ....................... 182

Halogen headlights .................. 182

LED headlights ........................ 185

Front fog lights ......................... 185

Tail lights ................................. 186

Side turn lights ......................... 190

Number plate light ................... 190

Interior lights ............................ 190

Jump starting ............................. 208

Towing ....................................... 209

Towing the vehicle ................... 209

Towing another vehicle ........... 210

Appearance care ....................... 211

Exterior care ............................ 211

Interior care ............................. 213

Floor mats ............................... 214

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Park the vehicle in a dry, well

ventilated place. Prevent the

vehicle from rolling.

Engage first or reverse gear or

set selector lever to P.

Do not apply the parking brake.

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. central locking

system.

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Check the coolant level.

Fit the number plate if necessary.

Caution

When transporting the vehicle on

a train or on a recovery vehicle, the

mud flaps might be damaged.

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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Vehicle storage

Storage for a long period of time

If the vehicle is to be stored for several

months:

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Wash and wax the vehicle.

Have the wax in the engine

compartment and underbody

checked.

Anti-theft alarm system 3 31.

Putting back into operation

When the vehicle is to be put back into

operation:

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Clean and preserve the rubber

seals.

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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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Connect the clamp to the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Initialize the power

windows 3 36.

Check tyre pressure.

Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the engine oil level.

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Adjust tyre pressure to the value

specified for full load.

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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.

Move the safety catch sideways to the

left vehicle side and open the bonnet.

Secure the bonnet support.

Closing

9 Warning

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.

Only perform engine compartment

checks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may start

operating even if the ignition is off.

Pull the lever and return it to its

original position.

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the

latch to avoid dents.

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Different dipsticks are used

depending on engine variant.

When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top up the

engine oil. We recommend the use of

the same grade of engine oil that was

used at last change.

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.

Recommended fluids and lubricants

3 219.

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 minutes.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

reinsert it fully, pull out and read the

engine oil level.

Caution

It is the owner's responsibility to

maintain the proper level of an

appropriate quality engine oil in

the engine.

The engine oil level must not exceed

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

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Caution

the coolant concentration checked

and have the cause of the coolant

loss remedied by a workshop.

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.

Washer fluid

Capacities 3 228.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

Engine coolant

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the

MIN mark. Top up if the level is low.

The factory filled coolant provides

freeze protection down to approx.

-37 °C.

9 Warning

Caution

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.

Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant and antifreeze 3 219.

Coolant level

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

Caution

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

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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.

Ensure the ignition is switched off

before connecting or disconnecting

the vehicle battery.

Battery discharge protection 3 109.

Anti-theft alarm system 3 31.

Washer fluid 3 219.

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 MIN and MAX marks.

If fluid level is below MIN 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.

Brake fluid 3 219.

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

Brake fluid

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.

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, 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

Discharge protection

Warning label

Battery voltage

When the vehicle battery voltage is

running low, a warning message will

appear in the Driver Information

Centre.

negative terminal must be opened.

When the vehicle is being driven, the

load reduction function temporarily

deactivates certain functions, e.g. the

heated rear window.

Ensure that the vehicle battery is

always replaced by the same type of

battery.

The vehicle battery has to be

The deactivated functions are

reactivated automatically as soon as

conditions permit.

replaced by a workshop.

Stop-start system 3 126.

Meaning of symbols:

Idle boost

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No sparks, naked flames or

smoking.

Charging the vehicle battery

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.

9 Warning

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.

●

Keep the vehicle battery out of

A message appears in the Driver

Information Centre.

reach of children.

The vehicle battery contains

sulphuric acid which could cause

blindness or serious burn

injuries.

Power outlet

The power outlets are deactivated in

the event of low vehicle battery

voltage.

Jump starting 3 208.

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See the Owner's Manual for

further information.

Explosive gas may be present in

the vicinity of the vehicle battery.

Within one minute after switching off

ignition, operate the wiper lever to

positon 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.

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

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.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Wiper blade replacement

Windscreen

Rear window

Deactivating power saving mode

Power saving mode is deactivated

automatically when the engine is

restarted. Run the engine for a

sufficient charge:

●

for less than 10 minutes to use

the consumers for approx.

5 minutes

●

for more than 10 minutes to use

the consumers for up to approx.

30 minutes

Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade

as shown in illustration and remove.

Switch off ignition.

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Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

Halogen headlights

Bulb replacement

Switch off the ignition and switch off

the relevant switch or close the doors.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

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.

Replace headlight bulbs from within

the engine compartment.

Bulb check

After a bulb replacement switch on

the ignition, operate and check the

lights.

1 : high beam, turn light

2 : low beam

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2. Withdraw the upper bulb socket

from the reflector housing.

High beam

Turn light

1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

remove it.

1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

remove it.

3. Remove the bulb from the plug

connector by pulling.

4. Replace the bulb and connect it to

the plug connector.

5. Insert and push the bulb socket

into the reflector housing by

setting the lug into position.

6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

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2. Rotate the lower bulb socket

anticlockwise to disengage.

Withdraw the bulb socket from the

reflector housing.

2. Lift the retainer, then pull the plug

connector backwards.

3. Fold down the retainer and

remove the bulb from the reflector

housing.

Low beam

1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

remove it.

3. Press latch and remove the bulb

from the bulb socket.

4. Replace the bulb and push it into

the reflector housing by setting

the lug into position.

4. Replace the bulb and attach it to

the bulb socket.

5. Insert the bulb socket into the

reflector housing and rotate

clockwise.

5. Fold up the retainer and hold in

position.

6. Attach the plug connector to the

bulb and fix it with the retainer.

6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

7. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

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1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and

remove it.

3. Remove the bulb from the plug

connector by pulling.

Sidelight / daytime running light

In case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

4. Replace the bulb and connect it to

the plug connector.

5. Insert the bulb socket into the

reflector housing and push it

forwards until it engages.

LED headlights

Headlights for low and high beam,

sidelights, daytime running lights and

turn lights are designed as LEDs and

cannot be changed.

6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

Front fog lights

Have lights repaired by a workshop in

case of failure.

The bulbs are accessible from the

underside of the vehicle.

Eco-LED headlights

2. Push the bulb socket to the left

and withdraw it from the reflector

housing.

The turn lights are designed as bulbs.

1. Turn the bulb holder anti-

clockwise and remove it from the

reflector housing.

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2. Remove the light assembly by

pulling it straight back.

3. Remove the bulb socket.

a) Version without LED:

Light assembly in the body

Detaching the light assembly

2. Disengage the bulb socket from

the plug connector by pressing

the retaining lug.

3. Remove and replace the bulb

socket with bulb and attach the

plug connector.

1. Unscrew the two screws that

secure the light assembly.

Remove the three screws and

take out.

b) Version with LED:

4. Insert the bulb socket into the

reflector housing by turning

clockwise and engage.

Tail lights

Depending on version, tail lights and

brake lights are designed as LEDs. In

case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

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1 : tail light / brake light

2 : turn light

b) Version with LED:

Remove from the light assembly

by turning it anticlockwise.

4. Remove the bulb.

2. Attach the light assembly to the

vehicle body and secure with the

two screws.

a) Version without LED:

Pull straight out to remove from

the socket and replace.

Attaching the light assembly

1. Depending on version, attach the

bulb carrier to the light assembly

and secure with the three screws

or attach turn light bulb socket.

Pull and replace.

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2. Unscrew the plastic nut by hand.

Light assembly in the tailgate

Detaching the light assembly

Press latch to release and remove

bulb socket.

b) Version with LED:

3. Carefully withdraw the light

assembly from the recesses and

remove.

1. Release the cover in the tailgate

and remove it.

4. Remove bulb socket.

a) Version without LED:

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Remove the reverse light bulb

socket from the light assembly by

turning it anticlockwise.

5. Remove bulb.

a) Version without LED:

Pull straight out to remove and

replace.

2. Attach the light assembly to the

tailgate.

3. Secure the light assembly with the

Attaching the light assembly

1. Depending on version, attach the

bulb carrier to the light assembly

or attach the reverse light bulb

socket.

plastic nut.

4. Attach the cover to the tailgate.

Remove and replace.

1 : tail light

2 : rear fog light or reverse light

b) Version with LED:

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4. Insert bulb socket and turn

clockwise.

5. Insert left end of the light

assembly, slide to the left and

insert right end.

Side turn lights

To replace bulb, remove light

assembly:

Number plate light

The number plate light is designed as

LEDs and cannot be changed. In

case of defective LEDs, have them

replaced by a workshop.

2. Turn bulb socket anticlockwise

and remove from light assembly.

Interior lights

Have the following bulbs replaced by

a workshop:

1. Slide the light assembly forward

and remove it at the back.

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courtesy light, reading lights

load compartment light

instrument panel illumination

3. Pull bulb from bulb socket and

replace it.

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Fuse extractor

Engine compartment fuse

box

Electrical system

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.

Fuses

Data on the replacement fuse must

match the data on the defective fuse.

The three fuse boxes are located in:

●

engine compartment

instrument panel

Before replacing a fuse, turn off the

respective switch and the ignition.

A blown fuse can be recognised by its

melted wire.

Caution

The fuse box is in the front left of the

engine compartment.

Disengage the cover and remove it.

Do not replace the fuse until the

cause of the fault has been

remedied.

Grab the fuse with the fuse extractor

and withdraw the fuse.

Some functions are protected by

several fuses.

Fuses may also be inserted without

existence of a function.

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No. Circuit

10 Engine control

27 Body control module

28 Engine control module

29 Front wiper

11 Engine control

12 Engine cooling unit

13 Body control module

14 Intelligent battery sensor

30 Body control module

After having changed defective fuses,

close the fuse box cover and press

until it engages.

If the fuse box cover is not closed

correctly, malfunction may occur.

15

16 Front fog lights

17

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No. Circuit

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1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Fan climate control system

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18 High beam right

19 High beam left

20 Engine control fuel pump

21 Starter

Body fuse box

–

Instrument panel fuse box

Engine cooling unit

Body control module

Engine control fuel pump

Engine control

22

–

23 Starter

24 Trailer hitch

25 Instrument panel fuse box

26 Transmission control module

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No. Circuit

Instrument panel fuse box

7

8

9

Heated steering wheel

Fuse box on the left side of the

instrument panel

Rear wiper

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10 Central locking system

11 Central locking system

12 Instrument cluster

13 Climate control system, USB

14 BTA module

No. Circuit

1

Interior mirror, exhaust system,

15 Instrument cluster, climate

control system

electric power steering, clutch

sensor, LPG, exterior mirror

adjustment, inductive charging

16 Brake, starter, retained power

off

In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse

box is located behind a cover in the

glovebox. Open the glovebox and

remove the cover.

2

3

4

5

–

17 Instrument cluster

Trailer hitch

Horn

18 Advanced parking assist

19 Top column module, trailer

control module

Windscreen washer pump

front / rear

20

–

6

Windscreen washer pump

front / rear

21 Anti-theft alarm system, start

button

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No. Circuit

22 Rain sensor, front camera

23 Door module

35 Instrument cluster, light switch,

advanced parking assist, trans‐

mission control module

24 Advanced parking assist,

camera, Infotainment

36 Courtesy lights, sun visor lights,

glovebox light

25 Airbag

Fuse box on the right side of the

instrument panel

26 Top column module

27 Anti-theft alarm system

28

29 Infotainment

30

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No. Circuit

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Heated rear window

–

Heated exterior mirrors

Front power window

Driver's door control unit

Rear power window

Heated seats

–

31 Infotainment

32 Power outlet front

33

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34 Heated exterior mirrors, door

module

In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse

box is behind a cover in the

instrument panel. Disengage cover at

the side and remove.

Infotainment

–

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Vehicles without spare wheel

No. Circuit

Vehicle tools

Tools

10 Power outlet rear

11

12

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Vehicles with spare wheel

The screwdriver and the towing eye

are located in a box below the floor

cover in the load compartment.

Tyre repair kit 3 200.

The jack, tools, a strap for securing a

damaged wheel and the towing eye

are placed in the tool box in the right

wall of the load compartment.

Spare wheel 3 204.

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Directional tyres

Tyre designations

Wheels and tyres

E.g. 195/65 R 15 91 T

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.

195 : tyre width, mm

Tyre condition, wheel condition

65 : 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

15 : wheel diameter, inches

91 : load index e.g. 95 is equivalent

to 615 kg

Tyre pressure

Check the pressure of cold tyres at

least every 14 days and before any

long journey.

T

: speed code letter

Speed code letter:

Do not forget the spare wheel.

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

Winter tyres

Winter tyres improve driving safety at

temperatures below 7 °C and should

therefore be fitted on all wheels.

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 3 229.

Choose a tyre appropriate for the

maximum speed of this vehicle. Refer

to the EEC Certificate of Conformity

provided with the vehicle or other

national registration documents.

Optional equipment could reduce the

maximum speed of the vehicle.

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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 pressure increases by nearly

1.5 psi for a 10 °C temperature

increase. This must be considered

when warm tyres are checked.

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.

Tyre deflation detection

system

Always inflate the spare tyre to the

pressure specified for full load.

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.

9 Warning

The ECO tyre pressure serves to

achieve the smallest amount of fuel

consumption possible.

Incorrect tyre pressures will impair

safety, vehicle handling, comfort and

fuel economy and will increase tyre

wear.

The tyre pressure table indicates the

required pressure for a specific tyre

size only and shows all possible tyre

combinations 3 229.

For the tyres approved for this

vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of

Conformity provided with the vehicle

or other national registration

documents.

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.

If a tyre loses pressure the control

indicator w illuminates and a warning

message is displayed in the Driver

Information Centre.

In this case reduce speed, avoid

sharp cornering and strong braking.

Stop at next safe opportunity and

check tyre pressure.

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

information label and tyre pressure

chart are valid for cold tyres, which

means at 20 °C.

Control indicator w 3 86.

After adjusting tyre pressure initialise

system to extinguish the control

indicator and restart system.

The driver is responsible for correct

adjustment of tyre pressure.

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After initialisation system

System initialisation

automatically calibrates to new tyre

pressures during driving. After longer

drive the system will adopt and

monitor new pressures.

Deflation detection system warns

just about low tyre pressure

condition and does not replace

regular tyre maintenance by the

driver.

Always check tyre pressure with cold

tyres.

System has to be reinitialised when:

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.

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.

●

tyre pressure has been changed

load condition has been changed

wheels have been swapped or

exchanged

The system will not warn

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

3 229.

instantaneously on a tyre blow out or

a rapid deflation. This is due to

required calculation time.

Tread depth

Check tread depth at regular

intervals.

2. Apply parking brake.

Tyres should be replaced for safety

reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm

(4 mm for winter tyres).

3.

Press w to reset deflation

detection system.

4. Reset is confirmed by pop-up

For safety reasons, it is

Once the road tyre has been refitted,

check the tyre pressure with cold

tyres and initialise the system.

indication.

recommended that the tread depth of

the tyres on one axle should not vary

by more than 2 mm.

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Wheel covers must not impair brake

cooling.

Changing tyre and wheel

size

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.

9 Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel

covers could lead to sudden

pressure loss and thereby

accidents.

Tyre deflation detection system

3 197.

Have the label with tyre pressures

replaced.

Vehicles with steel wheels: When

using locking wheel nuts, do not

attach wheel covers.

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.

9 Warning

Tyre chains

The use of unsuitable tyres or

wheels may lead to accidents and

will invalidate the vehicle

operating permit.

If there is more wear at the front than

the rear, swap round front wheels and

rear wheels periodically. If directional

tyres are mounted, ensure that the

direction of rotation of the wheels

remains the same.

Tyres age, even if they are not used.

We recommend tyre replacement

every 6 years.

Wheel covers

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.

If the wheel covers and tyres used are

not factory approved, the tyres must

not have a rim protection ridge.

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Tyre chains are only permitted on the

front wheels.

Always use fine mesh chains that add

no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread

and the inboard sides (including chain

lock).

2. Pull speed limit label from sealant

bottle and place it in driver's

visible area.

9 Warning

Do not drive faster than 50 mph.

Do not use for a lengthy period.

Steering and handling may be

affected.

9 Warning

If you have a flat tyre:

Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

Apply the parking brake and engage

first gear, reverse gear or P.

Tyre chains are only permitted on

tyres of size 195/65 R15 91 and

195/60 R16 89

Temporary spare wheel

The use of tyre chains is not permitted

on the temporary spare wheel.

3. Remove the electrical connection

cable and air hose from the

storage compartments on the

underside of the compressor.

Tyre repair kit

Minor damage to the tyre tread can be

repaired with the tyre repair kit.

Do not remove foreign bodies from

The tyre repair kit is in the load

the tyres.

compartment below the floor cover.

Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that

is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repaired

with the tyre repair kit.

1. Remove the sealant bottle and the

compressor.

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4. Screw the compressor air hose to

the connection on the sealant

bottle.

7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre

valve.

10. Set the rocker switch on the

compressor to I. The tyre is filled

with sealant.

8. The switch on the compressor

5. Fit the sealant bottle into the

must be set to J.

11. The compressor pressure gauge

briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilst

the sealant bottle is emptying

(approx. 30 seconds). Then the

pressure starts to drop.

12. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is being

inflated.

bracket on the compressor.

9. Connect the compressor plug to

Set the compressor near the tyre

in such a way that the sealant

bottle is upright.

the power outlet 3 74.

To avoid discharging the battery,

we recommend running the

engine.

6. Unscrew valve cap from defective

tyre.

13. The prescribed tyre pressure

should be obtained within

10 minutes.

Tyre pressure 3 229.

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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.

14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Remove

sealant bottle from bracket. Screw

the filler hose to the free

before. Drain excess tyre

pressure with the button on the air

hose.

If tyre pressure hasn't decreased

under 1.5 bar, set it to the correct

value. Otherwise the vehicle must

not be used. Seek assistance of a

workshop.

connection of the sealant bottle.

This prevents sealant from

escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in

load compartment.

15. Remove any excess sealant

using a cloth.

Repeat the checking procedure

once more after driving further

6 miles (but no more than

10 minutes) to check that there is

no more loss of pressure.

If the tyre pressure has fallen

below 1.5 bar, the vehicle must

not be used. Seek the assistance

of a workshop.

17. Stow away tyre repair kit in load

compartment.

Notice

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 minutes.

16. Continue driving immediately so

that sealant is evenly distributed

in the tyre. After driving approx.

3 miles (but no more than 10 min),

stop and check tyre pressure.

Screw compressor air hose

Drain excess tyre pressure with

the button on the air hose.

Do not run the compressor longer

than 10 minutes.

directly onto tyre valve when

doing this. Fill tyre as described

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The built-in safety valve opens at a

pressure of 7 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.

Replace the used sealant bottle.

Dispose of the bottle as prescribed

by applicable laws.

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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.

There are two different types of

wheels with two different bolts and

tightening torques.

●

Tightening torque for alloy wheels is

100 Nm.

The compressor and sealant can be

used from approx. -30 °C.

Wheel changing

Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

9 Warning

●

Park the vehicle on a level, firm

and non-skid surface. The front

wheels must be in the straight-

ahead position.

Do not grease wheel bolts.

Tightening torques

Caution

Tightening torque for steel wheels is

115 Nm.

●

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.

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.

If the vehicle is equipped with alloy

wheels, tighten the wheel bolts

manually at least for the first five

turns.

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Jacking positions

Caution

The jacking positions shown refer to

the use of lifting arms and accessory

jacks used for changing winter /

summer tyres.

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.

Front arm position of the lifting

platform centrically under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

Spare wheel

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.

Rear arm position of the lifting

platform centrically under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

The spare wheel is located in the load

compartment:

1. Open the floor cover.

2. The spare wheel is secured with a

wing nut. Unscrew nut and take

out the spare wheel.

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There is a box with tools in the

right wall of the load

compartment.

Fitting the spare wheel

Make the preparations given for

wheel changing 3 203 and observe

the following information:

Vehicle tools 3 195.

3. When, after a wheel change, no

wheel is placed in the spare wheel

well, fasten the wing nut and close

the floor cover.

4. After a wheel change back to a full

size wheel, place the spare wheel

outside up in the well and secure

with the wing nut.

●

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.

●

The jack is maintenance-free.

2. Fold out the wheel wrench and

install ensuring that it locates

securely and loosen each wheel

bolt by half a turn.

1. Disengage wheel bolt caps with a

Temporary spare wheel

Caution

screwdriver and remove.

Steel wheels with cover: Pull off

the wheel cover.

The wheels might be protected by

locking wheel bolts. To loosen

these specific bolts, first attach

the adapter for the locking wheel

bolts onto the head of the bolt

before installing the wheel

wrench. The adapter is located in

the glovebox or in the load

compartment under the rear floor

cover.

Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel

bolt caps with a screwdriver and

remove. To protect the wheel,

place a soft cloth between the

screwdriver and the alloy wheel.

If driving with a temporary spare

wheel, active emergency braking

has to deactivated.

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.

Do not drive faster than 50 mph. Take

curves slowly. Do not use for a long

period of time.

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the jacking point in a manner that

prevents it from slipping.

Attach wheel wrench and 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

100 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

4. Set the jack to the necessary

height. Position it directly below

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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. In this

case, the washers do not come

into contact with the spare wheel.

To secure the wheel:

1. Position the wheel outside up

close to one sidewall of the load

compartment.

10. Align the valve hole in the wheel

cover with the tyre valve before

installing.

Install wheel nut caps.

11. Stow and secure the replaced

wheel and the tools.

4. Insert the strap through the

12. Check the tyre pressure of the

installed tyre and the tightening

torque as soon as possible.

spokes of the wheel as shown in

the illustration.

5. Mount the hook to the rear lashing

eye.

2. Place the loop end of the strap

through the front lashing eye on

the appropriate side.

3. Place the hook end of the strap

through the loop and pull it until

the strap is fastened securely to

the lashing eye.

Stowing a damaged full size

wheel in the load compartment

6. Tighten the strap and secure it

using the buckle.

The spare wheel well is not designed

for other tyre sizes than the temporary

spare wheel. A damaged full size

wheel must be stowed in the load

compartment and secured with a

strap.

If no strap is available, make sure to

store the wheel securely in the load

compartment.

Loading information 3 67

Vehicle tools 3 195.

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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.

Use jump leads with insulated

terminals and a cross section of

at least 16 mm²(25 mm²for

diesel engines).

Do not disconnect the discharged

vehicle battery from the vehicle.

Switch off all unnecessary

electrical consumers.

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.

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.

9 Danger

Always drive with folded up and

engaged rear seat backrests when

stowing a damaged full size wheel

in the load compartment.

●

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.

●

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.

●

Never expose the vehicle battery

to naked flames or sparks.

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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.

3. Connect the black lead to the

negative terminal of the booster

battery.

4. Connect the other end of the black

lead to a vehicle grounding point

of your vehicle in the engine

compartment.

Towing

Towing the vehicle

Route the leads so that they cannot

catch on rotating parts in the engine

compartment.

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.

3. Allow both engines to idle for

approx. 3 minutes with the leads

connected.

Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat

screwdriver to prevent paint damage.

Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the

bottom of the cap. Release the cap by

carefully moving the screwdriver

downwards.

Open the positive terminal protection

caps of both vehicle batteries.

Lead connection order:

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 195.

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.

4. Switch on electrical consumers

(e.g. headlights, heated rear

window) of the vehicle receiving

the jump start.

5. Reverse above sequence exactly

when removing leads.

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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.

Caution

Deactivate the driver assistance

systems like active emergency

braking 3 147, otherwise the

vehicle may automatically brake

during towing.

Insert cap with the outer flange into

the recess and fix cap by pushing.

Switch the selector lever to neutral.

Release the parking brake.

Towing another vehicle

Caution

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

rod – to the towing eye.

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

When the engine is not running,

considerably more force is needed to

brake and steer.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering the

vehicle.

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

Switch on ignition to release steering

wheel lock and to permit operation of

brake lights, horn and windscreen

wiper.

Wrap a cloth around the tip of a flat

screwdriver to prevent paint damage.

Insert a screwdriver in the slot at the

bottom of the cap. Release the cap by

carefully moving the screwdriver

downwards.

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The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 195.

Appearance care

Caution

Exterior care

Locks

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.

Excessive tractive force can

damage the vehicle.

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.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Insert cap with the upper flange into

the recess and fix cap by pushing.

Washing

The paintwork is exposed to

environmental influences. Wash and

wax the vehicle regularly. When using

automatic vehicle washes, select a

programme that includes waxing.

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.

Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,

pollen and the like should be cleaned

off immediately, as they contain

aggressive constituents which can

cause paint damage.

If using a vehicle wash, comply with

the vehicle wash manufacturer's

instructions. The windscreen wiper

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.

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and rear window wiper must be

switched off. Remove antenna and

external accessories such as roof

racks etc.

If the vehicle is washed by hand,

make sure that the insides of the

wheel housings are also thoroughly

rinsed out.

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.

Have the door hinges of all doors

greased by a workshop.

Do not use hard objects to remove

spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on

painted surfaces.

Plastic body parts must not be treated

with wax or polishing agents.

Windows and windscreen 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.

Wax painted parts of the vehicle

regularly.

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.

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.

Ice residues, pollution and continuous

wiping on dry windows will damage or

even destroy the wiper blades.

Exterior lights

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.

Caution

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.

Always use a cleaning agent with

a pH value of four to nine.

Do not use cleaning agents on hot

surfaces.

Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

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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.

Clean fabric upholstery with a

Glass panel

Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois

leather together with window cleaner

to clean the glass panel.

vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove

stains with an upholstery cleaner.

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.

Wheels and tyres

Do not use high-pressure jet

cleaners.

Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel

cleaner.

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.

Rims are painted and can be treated

with the same agents as the body.

Caution

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.

Paintwork damage

Close Velcro fasteners as open

Velcro fasteners on clothing could

damage seat upholstery.

The same applies to clothing with

sharp-edged objects, like zips or

belts or studded jeans.

Rectify minor paintwork damage with

a touch-up pen before rust forms.

Have more extensive damage or rust

areas repaired by a workshop.

Underbody

Some areas of the vehicle underbody

have a PVC undercoating while other

critical areas have a durable

The instrument cluster and the

displays should only be cleaned using

a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a

weak soap solution.

protective wax coating.

After the underbody is washed, check

the underbody and have it waxed if

necessary.

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replaced by certified floor mats.

Always check that the floor mats

do not interfere with the pedals.

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.

Plastic and rubber parts

Plastic and rubber parts can be

cleaned with the same cleaner as

used to clean the body. Use interior

cleaner if necessary. Do not use any

other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol

in particular. Do not use high-

pressure jet cleaners.

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Floor mats

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.

9 Warning

2. Align slots in the mat with the

retainers, as shown.

3. Push the mat to the floor.

To remove the floor mat:

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

and/or increased stopping

distance which can cause a crash

and injury.

To install the floor mat:

1. Move the seat backwards as far

as possible.

2. Pull the floor mat upwards to

remove.

Use the following guidelines for

proper floor mat usage.

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The original equipped floor mats

were designed for your vehicle.

Have damaged floor mats only

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