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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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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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