Get Vehicle Care Guide for Vauxhall Frontera SUV Third Generation (2024-2026)

Vehicle Care

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Tyre pressure................................. 148

Tread depth....................................149

Changing Tire And Wheel Size...... 149

Wheel covers..................................149

Tyre chains.....................................150

Tire Repair Kit................................ 150

Wheel Changing.............................153

Spare Wheel...................................154

Jump starting.................................... 157

Towing.............................................. 158

Towing The Vehicle........................158

Towing Another Vehicle................. 159

Appearance Care..............................160

Exterior care...................................160

Interior care.................................... 161

Floor mats...................................... 161

Vehicle Care

General Information

General Information..........................137

Accessories And Vehicle

Modifications

Modifications.................................. 137

Vehicle storage...............................138

End-Of-life Vehicle Recovery......... 139

Vehicle checks..................................140

Performing work............................. 140

Bonnet............................................140

Engine oil........................................141

Engine Coolant...............................142

Washer fluid................................... 143

Brakes............................................ 143

Brake Fluid..................................... 143

Vehicle battery................................143

Wiper blade replacement............... 145

Bulb replacement..............................145

Light-Emitting Diode (LED)

Headlights And Lights.................... 146

Front Fog Lights............................. 146

Rear Fog Lights..............................146

Tail Lights.......................................146

Centre High-Mounted Brake

Light................................................147

Number Plate Light.........................147

Interior lights...................................147

Electric System................................. 147

Fuses..............................................147

Vehicle Tools.................................... 147

Wheels And Tires............................. 147

Winter tyres.................................... 147

Tire Designations........................... 148

We recommend the use of genuine parts

andaccessories 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, CO₂emissions and

other emissions of the vehicle and cause

the vehicle to no longer conform to the

operating permit, impacting the validity of

your vehicle registration.

Caution

Access to the diagnostic socket

associated with the on-board

electronics is reserved for qualified

technicians and approved tools.

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Caution

standards GSM 900/1800/1900 and

UMTS is only permitted if the maximum

transmission power of the mobile

telephone is 2W for GSM 900 or 1W for

the other types.

For reasons of safety, do not use the

phone while driving. Even use of a

hands-free set can be a distraction while

driving.

● Have the wax in the engine

compartment and underbody checked.

When transporting the vehicle on a train

or on a recovery vehicle, the mud flaps

might be damaged.

● Clean and preserve the rubber seals.

● ICE/Hybrid 48 V: Fill up fuel tank

completely

Mobile phones and CB radio

equipment

● ICE/Hybrid 48 V: Change the engine oil

● Drain the washer fluid reservoir.

The vehicle specific installation

instructions and the operating guidelines

of the mobile phone and hands-free

manufacturer must be observed when

installing and operating a mobile

telephone. Failure to do so could

invalidate the vehicle type approval.

Recommendations for fault-free

operation:

● Check the coolant antifreeze and

Warning

corrosion protection.

Operation of radio equipment and

mobile telephones that fail to meet

above mentioned mobile telephone

standards is only permitted using an

antenna located outside of the vehicle.

● Adjust tyre pressure to the value

specified for full load.

● Park the vehicle in a dry, well

ventilated place. Engage first or

engage P. Prevent the vehicle from

rolling.

Caution

● Professionally installed exterior

antenna to obtain the maximum range

possible.

● Do not apply the parking brake.

Mobile telephones and radio equipment

may lead to malfunctions in the vehicle

electronics when operated inside the

vehicle with no exterior antenna, unless

the above mentioned regulations are

observed.

● Switch off ignition and all electrical

consumers.

● Maximum transmission power 10W.

● Installation of the phone in a suitable

spot, consider the area in which the

airbag inflates ðpage24

● Wait four minutes

● Open the bonnet, close all doors and

lock the vehicle.

Seek advice on predetermined

Anti-theft alarm system ðpage9

Storage BEV up to four weeks

Plug in the charging cable.

Vehicle Storage

Storage for a long period of time

If the vehicle is to be stored for several

months:

installation points for the external

antenna or equipment holder and ways of

using devices with a transmission power

exceeding 10W.

Use of a hands-free attachment without

external antenna with mobile telephone

● Wash the vehicle.

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Storage BEV up to twelve months

1. Connect the clamp to the positive

terminal of the vehicle battery in the

engine compartment.

● Discharge the high-voltage battery until

30 percent remain on the battery

range indicator (battery symbol) on the

cluster.

2. Initialize the power windows

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● Check tyre pressure.

● Do not plug in the charging cable.

● Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

● Always store the vehicle in a place with

temperatures between -10 °C and 30

°C.

● ICE / Hybrid 48 V: Check the engine oil

level.

● Vehicle storage at extreme

temperatures may cause damage to

the high-voltage battery.

● Check the coolant level.

● Fit the number plate if necessary.

For further information see propulsion

types ðpage3 .

High-voltage battery

● Remove the black negative (−) cable

from the 12 V vehicle battery and

attach a trickle charger to the vehicle

battery terminals, or keep the 12 V

vehicle battery cables connected and

trickle charge from the positive (+) and

negative (−) terminals in the engine

compartment.

The high voltage battery is designed

for the life of the vehicle if the

recommendations are followed. If it

End-Of-Life Vehicle Recovery

becomes necessary to replace the high

voltage battery, contact a workshop for

instructions on its disposal. Improper

disposal carries the risk of severe

burns, electric shock and damage to the

environment.

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.

● Every three months, check the high

voltage battery's state of charge. If the

state of charge is below 30 percent,

recharge the high voltage battery to 30

percent.

Putting back into operation

When the vehicle is to be put back into

operation:

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cut or modify high-voltage cable or

wiring.

Vehicle checks

Performing Work

Caution

Even small amounts of contamination

to the liquids can cause damage

to vehicle systems. Do not allow

contaminants to contact the fluids,

reservoir caps or dipsticks.

Bonnet

Danger

Opening

Open the left front door.

Never try to perform maintenance work

on high-voltage components yourself.

You may be injured and the vehicle

may be damaged. Service and repair of

these high-voltage components should

only be performed by a trained service

technician with proper knowledge and

tools. Exposure to high voltage may

cause shock, burns and even death.

The high-voltage components in the

vehicle can only be serviced by

Warning

Only perform engine compartment

checks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may start operating

even if the ignition is off.

BEV

Danger

technicians with special training.

High-voltage components are identified

by labels. Do not remove, open, take

apart or modify these components.

High-voltage cable or wiring has orange

covering. Do not probe, tamper with,

The ignition system uses extremely

high voltage. Do not touch.

Pull the release lever and return it to its

original position.

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Caution

Because of the presence of electric

equipment under the bonnet, it is

strongly recommended that exposure to

water (rain, washing, etc.) be limited.

MAX

MIN

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the latch

to avoid dents.

Engine Oil

Lift the exterior safety catch and raise the

bonnet.

Unclip the bonnet support from its

housing and place it in the support slot

to hold the bonnet open.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

reinsert it fully, pull out and read the

engine oil level.

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

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Different dipsticks are used depending on

engine variant.

Closing

Warning

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

five minutes.

Hold the bonnet and pull out the bonnet

support from the support slot.

Clip the bonnet support in its housing.

Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the

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

Insert dipstick fully up to the stop on the

handle.

Ensure that no engine oil gets into the

engine compartment, as this increases

risk of fire.

Caution

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 oil

change.

Do not press the bonnet into the latch

to avoid dents.

Check that the bonnet is engaged.

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Caution

An excessively low coolant level can

cause damage to the high-voltage

components.

Using the wrong engine coolant can

cause severe damage to the high-

voltage battery. Only experienced

mechanics are allowed to open the

coolant reservoir and top up coolant.

Caution

Propulsion types ðpage3

Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant level ICE and hybrid 48 V

If the cooling system is cold, the coolant

level should be above the MIN mark. Top

up if the level is low.

Coolant and antifreeze ðpage163

Coolant level BEV

The engine oil level must not exceed the

MAX mark on the dipstick.

Warning

Caution

Allow the engine to cool before opening

the cap. Carefully open the cap,

relieving the pressure slowly.

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.

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.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

Capacities ðpage169

Have the coolant concentration checked

and have the cause of the coolant loss

remedied by a workshop.

Engine Coolant

The factory filled coolant provides freeze

protection down to approx. -37 °C.

If the coolant level is at the MIN mark

or below, seek the assistance of a

workshop to have the engine coolant

topped up.

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It may be necessary to have the

condition of the brakes checked, even

between vehicle services.

If fluid level is below MIN, seek the

assistance of a workshop.

Brake fluid ðpage163

Washer Fluid

Unless there is a leak in the circuit, a

drop in the brake fluid level indicates that

the brake pads are worn.

Once new brake linings are installed, do

not brake unnecessarily hard for the first

few journeys.

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 unnecessary electric

consumers.

Brake Fluid

Warning

Brake fluid is poisonous and corrosive.

Avoid contact with eyes, skin, fabrics

and painted surfaces.

Fill with clean water mixed with a suitable

quantity of approved windscreen washer

fluid that contains antifreeze.

Batteries do not belong in household

waste. They must be disposed of at an

appropriate recycling collection point.

Not using the vehicle for more than four

weeks can lead to battery discharge.

Disconnect the clamp from the negative

terminal of the vehicle battery.

Caution

Only washer fluid with a sufficient

antifreeze concentration provides

protection at low temperatures or a

sudden drop in temperature.

Ensure the ignition is switched off before

connecting or disconnecting the vehicle

battery.

Battery discharge protection ðpage82

Anti-theft alarm system ðpage9

Washer fluid ðpage163

Brakes

Depending on the driving style, the brake

wear may vary significantly.The brake

wear may increase when the vehicle is

driven over short distances, e.g. in the

city.

The brake fluid level must be between

the MIN and MAX marks.

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deactivation or disturbance of the stop-

start system.

Warning label

Discharge protection

Battery voltage

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 negative terminal must

be opened.

When the vehicle battery voltage is

running low, a warning message will

appear on the cluster.

When the vehicle is being driven,

the load reduction function temporarily

deactivates certain functions, e.g. the

heated rear window, the heated steering

wheel, etc.

Ensure that the vehicle battery is always

replaced with the same type of battery.

All battery information

The deactivated functions are reactivated

automatically as soon as conditions

permit.

Meaning of symbols:

can be found online

at

OVddb/OV/index.html

● No sparks, naked flames or smoking.

Idle boost

● Always shield eyes. Explosive gases

The vehicle battery must be replaced by

a workshop.

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 that may be audible.

can cause blindness or injury.

● Keep the vehicle battery out of reach of

children.

Stop-start system ðpage91

Charging the vehicle battery

Warning

● The vehicle battery contains sulphuric

acid which could cause blindness or

serious burn injuries.

A message appears on the cluster.

Power outlet

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.

● See the Owner's Manual for further

information.

The power outlets are deactivated in the

event of low vehicle battery voltage.

● Explosive gas may be present in the

vicinity of the vehicle battery.

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,

Replacing the vehicle battery

Note

Any deviation from the instructions given

in this section may lead to temporary

Jump starting ðpage157

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low beam headlights, courtesy light, etc.

can be used for a total maximum time

of about 40 minutes after ignition is

switched off.

Rear window

Wiper Blade Replacement

Windscreen

Changing into power saving mode

When power saving mode is activated, a

message appears on the cluster, when

the ignition has been switched off.

An active telephone call using the hands-

free option will be maintained for around

10 minutes longer.

Deactivating power saving mode

Power saving mode is deactivated

automatically when the engine is

restarted. Run the engine for a sufficient

charge:

Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade as

shown in illustration and remove.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled to

the wiper arm and push until it engages.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Switch off ignition.

Within one minute after switching off

ignition, operate the wiper lever to

position the wiper blades vertically on the

windscreen.

● 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

Bulb replacement

Before replacing a bulb, ensure that all

exterior and interior lights and the ignition

are switched off.

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.

Lift the wiper arm until it stays in

the raised position, press button to

disengage the wiper blade and remove.

Attach the new wiper blade to the wiper

arm and push until it engages.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Heating functionalities

Note

Individual heating functionalities, such as

heated seats or heated steering wheel,

may be temporarily unavailable in the

event of electric loading constraints.

Functions will be resumed after some

minutes.

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Turn the three screws anticlockwise

and take them out.

Bulb check

Tail Light Assembly

Switch on the ignition, operate and check

the lights.

Remove the bulb carrier from the tail

light assembly.

Light-Emitting Diode (LED)

Headlights And Lights

2

Headlights for low and high beam,

daytime running lights and turn lights

are designed as LEDs and cannot be

changed.

Have lights repaired by a workshop in

case of failure.

3

1.

Front Fog Lights

Fog lights are designed as LEDs.

Have the lights repaired by a workshop in

the event of failure.

1

4

Open the tailgate then unclip the

access cover on the relevant side.

3.

Remove and replace the bulbs:

1 Position light / Stop light

2 Position light

3 Turn light

4 Reverse light

Rear Fog Lights

Fog lights are designed as LEDs.

Have the lights repaired by a workshop in

the event of failure.

4. Insert the bulb carrier into the tail light

assembly.

Tail Lights

LED Tail Lights

Insert the three screws and turn them

clockwise.

Attach the plug to the light assembly.

Attach the cover.

Have lights repaired by a workshop in

case of failure.

2.

Carefully detach the plug from the

retainer.

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● instrument cluster illumination

Centre High-Mounted Brake

Light

Have lights repaired by a workshop in

case of failure.

3 Towing eye

4 Wheel bolt cover remover

5 Chock

Electric System

Fuses

6 Adapter for the locking wheel nuts

Number Plate Light

A defective fuse must be replaced by a

workshop.

Depending on version, the chock, the

towing eye and the adapter for the

locking wheel nuts may be located in

a bag together with the tyre repair kit.

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Vehicle Tools

Depending on the version, the vehicle

tools are located in a toolbag in the load

compartment either behind the third row

or below the floor cover.

For vehicles with spare wheel the jack

and wheel wrench is located in a toolbox

inside the spare wheel. ðpage154

Wheels And Tires

Tyre condition, wheel condition

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.

● Insert a screwdriver in the recess of the

cover and remove it.

● Pull the bulb from the bulb holder and

replace it.

● Attach the cover.

Interior Lights

Have the following bulbs replaced by a

workshop:

Winter Tyres

Winter tyres improve driving safety at

temperatures below 7 °C and should

therefore be fitted on all wheels.

1 Jack

● courtesy light, reading lights

● load compartment light

2 Wheel wrench

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In accordance with country-specific

regulations, affix the speed sticker in the

driver's field of view, if the tyre speed

code is below the maximum speed of the

vehicle.

W

: up to 168 mph

Choose a tyre appropriate for the

maximum speed of the vehicle.

The maximum speed is achievable at

kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus

125 kg payload. Optional equipment

could reduce the maximum speed of the

vehicle.

All tyre sizes are permitted as winter

tyres ðpage170

Tire Designations

E.g. 215/60 R17 96H

Directional tyres

Directional tyres should be mounted so

that they rotate in the correct direction.

The proper rotation direction is indicated

by a symbol (e.g. an arrow) on the

sidewall.

215 : tyre width, mm

60 : cross-section ratio (tyre height to

tyre width), %

The tyre pressure information label on

the left or right door frame indicates

the original equipment tyres and the

corresponding tyre pressures.

The tyre pressure data refers to cold

tyres. It applies to summer and winter

tyres.

Always inflate the spare tyre to the

pressure specified for full load.

Incorrect tyre pressures will impair

safety, vehicle handling, comfort and fuel

economy and will increase tyre wear.

Tyre pressures differ depending on

various options. For the correct tyre

pressure value, follow the procedure

below:

R

: belt type: Radial

Tyre Pressure

Check the pressure of cold tyres at

least every 14 days and before any long

journey.

Do not forget the spare wheel.

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This also applies to vehicles with tyre

deflation detection system.

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RF : type: RunFlat

15 : wheel diameter, inches

91 : load index e.g. 95 is equivalent to

615 kg

T

: speed code letter

Speed code letter:

Q

S

T

: up to 100 mph

: up to 112 mph

: up to 118 mph

: up to 130 mph

: up to 150 mph

1. Identify the respective tyre.

H

V

2. Identify the engine identifier code.

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Tyre pressure values provided on the

tyre information label and tyre pressure

chart are valid for cold tyres, which

means at 20 °C.

The pressure increases by nearly 10 kPa

for a 10 °C temperature increase. This

must be considered when warm tyres are

checked.

position is indicated by markings on the

sidewall.

ðpage167

The tyre pressure tables show all

possible tyre combinations.

ðpage170

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.

For the tyres approved for your vehicle,

refer to the Certificate of Conformity

provided with your vehicle or other

national registration documents.

The driver is responsible for correct

adjustment of tyre pressure.

Tread Depth

Check tread depth at regular intervals.

For safety reasons, it is recommended

that the tread depth of the tyres on one

axle should not vary by more than 2 mm.

Changing Tire And Wheel Size

Warning

If tyres of a different size than those

fitted at the factory are used, it may be

necessary to reprogramme systems and

make other vehicle modifications.

Have the label with tyre pressures

replaced.

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.

Warning

The use of unsuitable tyres or wheels

may lead to accidents and will

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.

invalidate the vehicle operating permit.

Wheel Covers

Never exceed the maximum tyre

pressure as indicated on the tyre.

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.

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

Temperature dependency

The tyre pressure depends on the

temperature of the tyre. During driving,

tyre temperature and pressure increase.

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If the wheel covers and tyres used are

not factory approved, the tyres must not

have a rim protection ridge.

Wheel covers must not impair brake

cooling.

Tyre chains are only permitted on the

front wheels.

Tire Repair Kit

Minor damage to the tire tread can be

repaired with the tire repair kit.

Do not remove foreign bodies from the

tires.

Only use tyre chains designed to be used

with tyre type of the vehicle:

● For 16 inch and 17 inch tyres, only use

fine mesh tyre chains that add no more

than 9 mm to the tyre tread and the

inboard sides (including chain lock).

Tire damage exceeding 4 mm or that is

at tire's sidewall cannot be repaired with

the tire repair kit.

Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel covers

could lead to sudden pressure loss and

thereby accidents.

● For 18 inch tyres, only use Polaire

PSGB 60 tyre chains.

Warning

Do not drive faster than 50 mph. Do not

use for a lengthy period.Steering and

handling may be affected.

Vehicles with steel wheel rims: When

using locking wheel nuts, do not attach

wheel covers.

Note

The use of tyre chains and the maximum

allowed speed is regulated by country-

specific legislation.

Temporary spare wheel: Do not use

wheel covers

In the case of a flat tire:

When fitting the tyre chains follow the

instructions provided by the manufacturer

of the tyre chains.

After having fitted the tyre chains, stop

the vehicle after having driven a short

distance and make sure that the tyre

chains are correctly tightened.

Apply the parking brake and engage first

gear, reverse gear or P.

Tyre Chains

Depending on version the location of the

tire repair kit is different:

● at the left side of the load compartment

● below the third row seats with the seats

folded

Warning

● behind the third row seat with the seats

unfolded.

Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

1. Remove the sealant bottle and the

compressor.

Temporary spare wheel

The use of tyre chains is not permitted on

the temporary spare wheel.

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2. Pull the speed limit label from the

sealant bottle and place it in driver's

visible area.

2

1

5. First, insert the sealant bottle into

the compressor and align the triangle

symbols. Then, push down the

sealant bottle and turn it to the lock

position.

8. Screw the filler hose to the tire valve.

9. The switch on the compressor must

be set to O.

3. Remove the electric connection cable

(1) and air hose (2) from the stowage

compartments on the underside of the

compressor.

6. Set the compressor near the tire in

such a way that the sealant bottle is

upright.

7. Unscrew the valve cap from the

defective tire.

4. Open the sealant bottle and lift the lid.

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10. Connect the compressor plug to the

12 V power outlet.

Screw the filler hose to the free

connection of the sealant bottle.

This prevents the sealant from

escaping. Stow the tire repair kit in its

designated position.

Tire pressure ðpage170

When the correct pressure is

obtained, switch off the compressor.

If the prescribed tire pressure is not

obtained within ten minutes, remove

the tire repair kit. Move the vehicle

one tire rotation.

To avoid discharging the vehicle

battery, we recommend to use the tire

repair kit only when the combustion

engine is running or when the electric

engine is ready.

16. Remove any excess sealant using a

cloth.

Reattach the tire repair kit and

continue the filling procedure for

ten minutes. If the prescribed tire

pressure is still not obtained, the

tire is too badly damaged. Seek the

assistance of a workshop.

17. Continue driving immediately so that

sealant is evenly distributed in the

tire. Drive between 12 mph and

38 mph. After driving approx. 3

miles but no more than ten minutes,

stop and check tire pressure. Screw

compressor air hose directly onto tire

valve when doing this. Fill tire as

described before. Drain excess tire

pressure with the button on the air

hose.

If tire pressure hasn't decreased

under 200 kPa (2 bar), set it to the

correct value. Otherwise the vehicle

must not be used. Seek assistance of

a workshop.

Repeat the checking procedure once

more after driving further 6 miles but

no more than ten minutes to check

that there is no more loss of pressure.

If the tire pressure has fallen below

200 kPa (2 bar), the vehicle must not

be used. Seek the assistance of a

workshop.

11. Set the rocker switch on the

compressor to I. The tire is filled with

sealant.

12. The compressor pressure gauge

briefly indicates up to 600 kPa (6

bar) whilst the sealant bottle is

emptying (approx. 30 seconds). Then

the pressure starts to drop.

Drain excess tire pressure with the

button on the air hose.

Do not run the compressor longer

than ten minutes.

13. All of the sealant is pumped into the

tire. Then the tire is being inflated.

15. Detach the tire repair kit. Remove the

sealant bottle from the compressor.

14. The prescribed tire pressure should

be obtained within ten minutes.

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18. Stow the tire repair kit in its

designated position.

Depending on the wheel rim material, two

different bolts are available.

● Place a chock under the wheel

diagonally opposite the wheel to be

changed.

Note

The driving characteristics of the repaired

tire are severely affected, therefore have

this tire replaced.

If unusual noise is heard or the

compressor becomes hot, turn the

compressor off for at least 30 min.

The built-in safety valve opens at a

pressure of 700 kPa (7 bar).

● 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.

Note the expiry date of the kit. After this

date its sealing capability is no longer

guaranteed. Pay attention to the storage

information on the sealant bottle.

Replace the used sealant bottle.

Dispose of the bottle as prescribed by

applicable laws.

● Never crawl under a jacked-up vehicle.

● Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

Tightening torque for alloy wheel rims is

115 Nm.

● Before screwing in the wheel bolts,

clean them.

The compressor and sealant can be used

from approx. -30 °C.

Warning

Wheel Changing

Do not grease wheel bolts.

Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

Tightening torques

Warning

● Park the vehicle on a level, firm and

non-skid surface. The front wheels

must be in the straight-ahead position.

Ensure to use always the correct wheel

bolts if changing the wheels. When

installing the spare wheel for temporary

usage, the bolts for alloy wheel rims

can also be used.

● Apply the parking brake and engage

first gear, reverse gear or P.

Tightening torque for steel wheel rims is

125 Nm.

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Use the correct wheel bolts for the

respective wheel rims.

Caution

The use of a spare wheel that is smaller

than the other wheels or in combination

with winter tires could affect driveability.

Have the defective tire replaced as

soon as possible.

Jacking positions

The jacking positions shown refer to the

use of lifting arms and accessory jacks

used for changing winter / summer tyres.

Depending on version the spare wheel is

located in the load compartment beneath

the floor covering or in a holder beneath

the vehicle floor.

The front arm position of the lifting

platform is 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.

If there is a label on the spare wheel, the

permissible speed still depends on the

country regulations.

The rear arm position of the lifting

platform is centrically under the relevant

vehicle jacking point.

To remove:

1. Open the floor cover.

2. Unclip the toolbox

Only mount one temporary spare wheel.

Take curves slowly. Do not use for a long

period of time.

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3. The spare wheel is secured with a

wing nut. Unscrew nut and take out

the spare wheel.

● If the ground on which the vehicle is

standing is soft, a solid board

(max. 1 cm thick) should be placed

under the jack.

4. If, after a wheel change, no wheel is

placed in the spare wheel well, fasten

the wing nut and close the floor cover.

● Take heavy objects out of the vehicle

before jacking up.

5. 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.

● 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

Fitting the spare wheel

Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

raised on the jack.

● Before screwing in the wheel bolts,

clean them.

Note that the spare wheel is secured by

the conical contact of each bolt if the

wheel bolts for the alloy wheel rims are

used. In this case, the washers do not

come into contact with the spare wheel.

● Park the vehicle on a level, firm and

non-skid surface. The front wheels

must be in the straight-ahead position.

Warning

Do not grease wheel bolts.

● Apply the parking brake and engage

first gear, reverse gear or P.

● Place a chock under the wheel

diagonally opposite the wheel to be

changed.

Warning

Ensure to use always the correct wheel

bolts if changing the wheels. When

installing the spare wheel for temporary

usage, the bolts for alloy wheel rims

can also be used.

● Remove the spare wheel.

● Never change more than one wheel at

once.

● Use the jack only to change wheels

in case of puncture, not for seasonal

winter or summer tire change.

● The jack is maintenance-free.

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1. Disengage wheel bolt caps with the

wheel bolt cover remover.

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5. Ensure that the edge of the body fits

into the notch of the jack.

6. With the jack correctly aligned, jack

up until wheel is clear of the ground.

Steel wheel rims with cover: Pull off

the wheel cover.

7. Unscrew the wheel nuts.

8. Change the wheel.

9. Screw on the wheel nuts.

10. Lower the vehicle and remove jack.

11. 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.

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4. Set the jack to the necessary height.

Position it directly below the jacking

point in a manner that prevents it from

slipping.

2. Attach the wheel wrench and loosen

each wheel bolt by half a turn.

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 for the locking wheel

nuts may be located in a toolbag in

the load compartment or in a bag

together with the tire repair kit.

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12. If the vehicle is equipped with alloy

wheel rims, note that the wheel bolts

can also be used for the spare wheel.

In this case, the spare wheel is

secured by the conical contact of

each bolt.

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13. Install wheel nut caps.

● Use jump leads with insulated

terminals and a cross section of at

least 16 mm².

Warning

14. Stow and secure the replaced wheel

and the tools.

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.

● Do not disconnect the discharged

vehicle battery from the vehicle.

15. Check the tire pressure of the

installed tire and the tightening torque

as soon as possible.

● Switch off all unnecessary electric

consumers.

Stowing a damaged full size wheel in

the load compartment

● Do not lean over the vehicle battery

during jump starting.

The spare wheel well is not designed for

other tire sizes than the spare wheel. A

damaged full size wheel must be stowed

in the load compartment and secured

properly.

Warning

● Do not allow the terminals of one lead

to touch those of the other lead.

Avoid contact of the battery with eyes,

skin, fabrics and painted surfaces. The

fluid contains sulphuric acid, which can

cause injury and damage in the event

of direct contact.

● The vehicles must not come into

contact with each other during the jump

starting process.

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● Apply the parking brake, automatic

transmission in P.

Jump starting

● Never expose the vehicle battery to

naked flames or sparks.

Caution

● A discharged vehicle battery can

already freeze at a temperature of 0

°C. Defrost the frozen battery before

connecting jump leads.

Only jump start another vehicle with an

ICE vehicle.

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.

● 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.

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Open the positive terminal protection

caps of both vehicle batteries.

Lead connection order:

4. Switch on electric consumers e.g.

headlights, heated rear window.

5. Reverse above sequence exactly

when removing leads.

1. Connect the red lead to the positive

terminal of the booster battery (1).

2. Connect the other end of the red

lead to the positive terminal of the

discharged battery (2).

Towing

Towing The Vehicle

Front cap

3. Connect the black lead to the

negative terminal of the booster

battery (3).

4. Connect the other end of the

black lead to a vehicle earthing

point of your vehicle in the engine

compartment (4).

Screw in the towing eye as far as it will

go, until it stops in a horizontal position.

Attach the tow rod to the towing eye.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering the vehicle.

Switch on ignition to release steering

wheel lock and to permit operation of

brake lights, horn and windscreen wiper.

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.

Caution

Deactivate the driver assistance

systems, such as active emergency

braking, otherwise the vehicle may

automatically brake during towing.

2. After five minutes, start the other

engine. Start attempts should be

made for no longer than 15 seconds

at an interval of one minute.

Remove the cap.

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Front towing eye

3. Allow both engines to idle for

approx. three minutes with the leads

connected.

Switch the selector lever to neutral.

Release the parking brake.

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Insert cap with the outer flange into the

recess and fix cap by pushing.

Rear towing eye

Caution

Drive slowly.

Do not drive jerkily.

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Rear cap

When the engine is not running,

considerably more force is needed to

brake and steer.

To prevent the entry of exhaust gases

from the towing vehicle, switch on the air

recirculation and close the windows.

Screw in the towing eyeas 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.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering a vehicle.

Remove the cap.

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Caution

Drive slowly.

Do not drive jerkily.

When towing a BEV, a Hybrid 48 V

vehicle or a vehicle equipped with an

automatic transmission, transport the

vehicle on a platform or tow it with the

front wheels lifted.

Seek the assistance of a workshop.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Insert cap with the upper flange into the

recess and fix cap by pushing.

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Caution

aerial and external accessories such as

roof racks etc.

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.

If the vehicle is washed by hand, make

sure that the insides of the wheel

housings are also thoroughly rinsed out.

Clean edges and folds on opened doors

and the bonnet as well as the areas they

cover.

For Hybrid (MHEV) (>2500 m asl)

towing capacity is restricted as it may

affect vehicle performance.

Polishing and waxing

Polishing is necessary only if the paint

has become dull or if solid deposits have

become attached to it.

Appearance Care

Clean bright metal mouldings with a

cleaning solution approved for aluminium

to avoid damage.

Exterior Care

Locks

Plastic body parts must not be treated

with wax or polishing agents.

Caution

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.

Windows and windscreen wiper

blades

Switch off wipers before handling in their

areas.

Always use a cleaning agent with a

pH value of four to nine. Do not use

cleaning agents on hot surfaces.

Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois

leather together with window cleaner and

insect remover.

Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the

vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use

separate leathers for painted and glass

surfaces: remnants of wax on the

windows will impair vision.

Have the door hinges of all doors

greased by a workshop.

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.

Washing

The paintwork is exposed to

environmental influences.

Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,

pollen and the like should be cleaned off

immediately, as they contain aggressive

constituents which can cause paint

damage.

Do not use hard objects to remove spots

of tar. Use tar removal spray on painted

surfaces.

If using a vehicle wash, comply with the

vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions.

The windscreen wiper and rear window

wiper must be switched off. Remove

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Ice residues, pollution and continuous

wiping on dry windows will damage or

even destroy the wiper blades.

The same applies to clothing with

sharp-edged objects, like zips or belts

or studded jeans.

Towing equipment

Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a

steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner.

Wheels and tyres

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.

The instrument cluster and the displays

should only be cleaned using a soft damp

cloth. If necessary use a weak soap

solution.

Clean fabric upholstery with a vacuum

cleaner and brush. Remove stains with

an upholstery cleaner.

Clothing fabrics may not be colour-fast.

This could cause visible discolourations,

especially on light-coloured upholstery.

Removable stains and discolourations

should be cleaned as soon as possible.

Clean seat belts with lukewarm water or

interior cleaner.

Plastic and rubber parts

Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners.

Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel

cleaner.

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.

Rims are painted and can be treated with

the same agents as the body.

Paintwork damage

Rectify minor paintwork damage with a

touch-up pen before rust forms.

Have more extensive damage or rust

areas repaired by a workshop.

Floor Mats

Warning

If a floor mat has the wrong

Underbody

size or is not properly installed, it

can interfere with pedals, potentially

causing unintended acceleration or

increased stopping distance that may

result in collision and injury.

Some areas of the vehicle underbody

have a PVC undercoating, whereas other

critical areas have a durable protective

wax coating.

After the underbody is washed, check

the underbody and have it waxed if

necessary.

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.

Use the following guidelines for proper

floor mat usage.

● The original equipment floor mats

were designed for this vehicle. If the

floor mats need to be replaced, it

is recommended to buy certified floor

mats that fit properly and are fixed

by the retainers on the driver side.

Always check that the floor mats do not

interfere with the pedals.

Caution

Close Velcro fasteners as open Velcro

fasteners on clothing could damage

seat upholstery.

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1. Move the seat backwards as far as

possible.

● Use the floor mat with the correct side

up. Do not turn it over.

2. Pull the floor mat upwards to remove.

● Do not place anything on top of the

driver's side floor mat.

Warning

● Use only a single floor mat on the

driver's side.

To avoid any risk of jamming the

pedals:

● Only use mats which are suited to the

fixings already present in the vehicle;

these fixings must be used.

Installing and removing the floor

mats

The driver's side floor mat is held in place

by two retainers.

To install the floor mat:

● Never fit one mat on top of another.

1. Move the seat backwards as far as

possible.

The use of mats not approved by the

Manufacturer may interfere with access

to the pedals and hinder the operation

of the cruise control/speed limiter.The

approved mats have two fasteners

located underneath the seat.

2. Align slots in the mat with the

retainers, as shown.

3. Push the mat to the floor.

To remove the floor mat:

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